Appointment of Security Services for uMsunduzi Museum
Msizi Mfeka
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
20 October 2026 at 11:00 · uMsunduzi Museum, 351 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201
In plain English
The tender is for the procurement of 24/7 security services for the uMsunduzi and Ncome Museums for a period of three years. Eligible bidders must be registered with PSIRA and comply with various documentation and experience requirements.
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The uMsunduzi and Ncome Museums are seeking a security service provider for a 36-month contract. The work involves providing 24/7 security at the uMsunduzi Museum in Pietermaritzburg. Key duties include visitor control, CCTV monitoring, patrolling, and equipment inspections. The provider must supply guards with specific equipment and maintain a local 24-hour control room with two armed response vehicles. The service requires a minimum of three guards on weekdays and four guards on weekends and public holidays. Guards must hold at least a Grade C qualification, while the site supervisor must hold a Grade B qualification. The tender closes on 02 November 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Company and personnel must hold valid PSIRA registration
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Minimum five years relevant industry experience with three contactable references
- Must maintain a local office and 24-hour control room
- Must own or lease two armed response vehicles
Contact & how to apply
Name: Msizi Mfeka
Email: mmfeka@msunduzimuseum.org.za
Phone: 033-394-6834
How to apply: Bids must be physically deposited into the tender box located at the uMsunduzi Museum, 351 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201. Faxed or emailed submissions will not be accepted.
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