Guarding Services for SAPO in Western Cape.
Desigan Pillay
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
24 July 2026 at 11:00 · Zoom link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89275086731?pwd=7uudMiZ53fEhbe18V3uqFPcKa5Vbvx.1
In plain English
Guarding services are being procured for the South African Post Office in the Western Cape Province. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and comply with tax obligations.
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The South African Post Office (SAPO) is seeking a security company to provide armed and unarmed guarding services for its workplaces across the Western Cape Province. The contract will run on a month-to-month basis for a maximum of twelve months. The successful bidder must provide physical security, access control, and risk management to protect SAPO assets, staff, and customers. Key deliverables include 12-hour shifts, the use of electronic guard monitoring systems with real-time alerts, and regular site supervision by managers. The service provider must maintain a fully operational branch in the Western Cape, including a secure firearm vault and a 24-hour control room. The tender closing date is 11 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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- PSIRA registration (minimum 1 year) with valid Statement of Good Standing
- Minimum 1 year relevant guarding experience within the last 2 years
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Operational Western Cape branch with secure firearm vault and 24-hour control room
- Valid firearm competency certificates, handling procedures, inventory register, and permits
- Proof of functional communication and electronic patrol systems
Contact & how to apply
Name: Desigan Pillay
Email: desigan.pillay@postoffice.co.za
Phone: 011-281-3328
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted as one original in an arch lever file and one electronic copy on a USB. Packages must be sealed, clearly marked with the RFP number and bidder details, and hand-delivered to the SAPO Supply Chain Management tender box at Cnr James Drive & Moreleta Street, Silverton, 0184.
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