Verification of qualifications and background checks for SACAA.
Ntombizodwa Duma
In plain English
The SACAA is procuring services for verification of qualifications and background checks for three years. Bidders must comply with tax obligations and submit a B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit.
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The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) invites bids for the provision of qualification verification and background screening services. The contract will run for a period of three years. The service provider will perform various checks, including credit records, criminal history, driver licenses, identity verification, and educational qualifications from both local and international institutions. Additional tasks include social media screening and fingerprint checks. Reports must be delivered within 5 to 10 days for local requests and 4 to 6 weeks for international checks. The work will be based at the SACAA offices in Centurion.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- 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 (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Minimum five years of relevant industry experience
- Three signed reference letters for similar services
- Membership with SABSA or an equivalent professional body
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ntombizodwa Duma
Email: tenders@caa.co.za
Phone: 011-545-1262
How to apply: Submit your proposal in three separate sealed envelopes (Mandatory, Technical, and Price/B-BBEE) to the SACAA Bid Committee at Byls Bridge Office Park, Centurion. You must obtain a security access code via WhatsApp from the provided contact numbers before arrival. Submissions must be deposited in bid box 2 by 11h00 on 19 August 2026.
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