Procurement of Protection Officers and Equipment for Council Meetings
City of Tshwane
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The City of Tshwane is procuring protection officers, council orderlies, and required equipment for council meetings. Only bidders registered on the central supplier database (CSD) and compliant with PSIRA can bid.
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The City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality invites bids for the procurement of 20 protection officers and council orderlies. The service provider will manage security, crowd control, and order during council meetings. Key deliverables include deploying 15 male and 5 female officers, providing communication equipment, and ensuring reliable transport for staff. Personnel must be trained, PSIRA-compliant, and capable of managing security threats and conflict de-escalation. Services are required on an as-and-when-needed basis, including weekends and public holidays. The contract requires a minimum of three years of relevant experience in specialized security and crowd control management. All personnel must be South African citizens, physically fit, and proficient in English and another official language. The closing date for this tender is 20 November 2026.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Active PSIRA registration for company and personnel
- Valid COIDA registration and Letter of Good Standing
- Personnel must hold SASSETA-aligned crowd control training certification
- Three contactable reference letters for similar projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Samuel Vis
Email: SamuelVi@tshwane.gov.za
Phone: 012-358-1420
How to apply: Bidders must submit their responses exclusively through the City of Tshwane e-tender portal. Do not deposit bid responses into a physical tender box. Ensure all documents are completed using a black pen.
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