EMS Aeromedical and Air Ambulance Services.
Department of Health
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
11 August 2026 at 12:00 · Lyndhurst Auditorium, Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital Complex, Du Toitspan Road, Belgravia, Kimberley
In plain English
The Northern Cape Department of Health is procuring EMS aeromedical services (air ambulance services). Bidders must be registered on the Centralized Suppliers Database (CSD) and provide a Tax Compliance Status PIN code.
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The Northern Cape Department of Health is seeking a service provider for 24/7 Air Ambulance and Outreach services. The project requires two twin-turbine, pressurized aircraft capable of landing on unpaved strips. The service provider must maintain an operational base in Kimberley, including a hangar and medical equipment room. Key deliverables include patient transport, outreach personnel transport, and backup helicopter disaster response. The provider must also manage road ambulance flight support across five Northern Cape districts. The contract requires 10 years of industry experience, specialized aviation-certified medical equipment, and a qualified crew of pilots and medical officers. The service must be available 24/7, with strict adherence to aviation safety, maintenance, and infection control protocols. The contract duration is three years, with a closing date of 26 August 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
- Registered on the Centralized Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Minimum 10 years relevant industry experience with references
- Aviation licenses: Class III, Type G7, Part 135 and Part 138
- Valid Aircraft Certificate of Airworthiness and stretcher STC
- Valid AMO Certificates, Ops Specs, and qualified flight crew
- Registered ambulance service provider with Northern Cape Department of Health
- Proof of valid insurance and indemnity cover
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr. Gordin Mokwa
Email: thapelogordinmokwa@ymail.com
Phone: 072-578-5015
How to apply: Submit completed bid documents in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the Bid Number and service description. Deposit the envelope into the Bid Box at the Reception area of the James Exum Building, Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital Complex, Du Toitspan Road, Belgravia, Kimberley, 8300. Fax or email submissions are not accepted.
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