Operation of lodges and infrastructure in Kruger Park.
SANParks
This tender closed on 5 October 2026
Bidding is no longer open. Browse open food & beverage tenders or see the related tenders below.
In plain English
SANParks is seeking proposals for a public-private partnership to finance, refurbish, operate, and maintain the Jock of the Bushveld Concession Area in Kruger National Park. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with B-BBEE obligations and socio-economic transformation goals.
Always check the official documentDescription
This tender is issued by South African National Parks (SANParks) for a 25-year Public Private Partnership (PPP) at the Jock of the Bushveld Concession in the Kruger National Park. The successful bidder will be responsible for financing, refurbishing, operating, and maintaining the concession area, which covers 5,846 hectares. Key deliverables include managing Jock Safari Lodge and Fitzpatrick’s Lodge, providing hospitality services, conducting game drives, and maintaining all infrastructure, including 35km of game drive roads. The project aims to generate revenue for SANParks while promoting tourism and biodiversity conservation. Bidders must demonstrate at least 5 years of experience in luxury lodge operations and possess a minimum net asset value of R10 million. The project requires the formation of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) with a technical partner holding at least 30% equity. The submission deadline is 5 October 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.
- 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 clearance certificate
- Minimum B-BBEE Level 4 contributor status
- Relevant industry certifications (TGCSA, Electrical CoC, or Food Hygiene)
- Must appoint an independent Environmental Control Officer (ECO)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Jabulile Galane
Email: jabulile.galane@sanparks.org
Phone: 012-426-5083
How to apply: Submit two separate sealed envelopes (one for the Technical Proposal and one for the Financial and B-BBEE Proposal) to Jabulile Galane, Project Administrator, SANParks, 643 Leyds Street, Muckleneuk, Pretoria.
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