Service Provider for Pre-Employment Screening for PRASA KZN.
PRASA
In plain English
PRASA is seeking a service provider for pre-employment screening in the KZN region for 36 months. Bidders must be POPIA compliant and registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is seeking a service provider to perform pre-employment screening and vetting for the KZN Region. The work involves verifying candidate qualifications, criminal records, driver licenses, financial status, identity documents, business interests, and employment history. The successful bidder will provide these services on an as-needed basis for a period of 36 months. The service provider must deliver a detailed report for every candidate vetted. Requests for screening will be issued five days before the required date. This contract aims to ensure all new appointments and promotions within the region are thoroughly vetted.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Five reference letters for pre-employment screening experience
- Certified POPIA compliance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Cornelia Pieterse
Email: cpieterse2@metrorail.co.za
Phone: 031-813-0194
How to apply: Submit your bid in a sealed envelope to the PRASA Regional Office Foyer Area Helpdesk located at 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, KwaZulu Natal, before 12:00 PM on 21 August 2026.
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