Background Screening and Vetting Services for PRASA.
PRASA
In plain English
PRASA is seeking a service provider for background screening and candidate vetting on an 'as and when' basis for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is seeking a service provider for background screening and vetting of candidates. This contract will run on an as-and-when basis for 36 months in the Johannesburg area. The successful bidder will perform various checks, including criminal records, academic qualifications, credit history, citizenship, driver’s licenses, and employment history. Reports must be delivered online within 2 to 15 business days, depending on the complexity of the request. The tender closes on 27 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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SAQA verification accreditation certificate
- Registration certificate with the National Credit Bureau
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
Contact & how to apply
Name: Moipone Mosiapane
Email: mosiapanem@gmail.com
Phone: 011-013-1584
How to apply: Bid documents must be hand-delivered to Umjantshi House, 30 Wolmaraans, Braamfontein, Johannesburg. Bidders are required to sign the submission register upon delivery.
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