Provision of Debt and Legal Collection Services.
SABS
In plain English
The South African Bureau of Standards is procuring debt collection and legal collection services for twelve months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database and provide a valid BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is seeking two service providers for debt collection and legal collection services over a 12-month period. The work involves pre-legal collections on a contingency basis, formal legal litigation in Magistrates and High Courts, tracing services for absconded debtors, and regular reporting on account status. The project expects an initial handover of 2,000 to 3,000 cases, followed by 500 to 1,000 cases annually. Services must include debt recovery, drafting legal documents, and court appearances. The contract aims to improve SABS revenue through professional collection strategies.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- 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
- Registered with the Council for Debt Collectors for firm and staff
- Valid Fidelity Fund Certificate for all attorneys
- Letter of Good Standing from the Legal Practice Council
- Documented POPIA compliance policies and procedures
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tshehofatso Maba
Email: mabaT@sabs.co.za
Phone: 011-238-2303
How to apply: Responses must be submitted via email to MabaT@sabs.co.za. Submissions sent via WeTransfer or external file-sharing links will not be accepted.
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