Service Provider for UAS Maintenance Technician Course
Lucia Maluleke
In plain English
The SAEON is procuring Unmanned Aerial System Maintenance Technician (UASMT) Certification for one employee. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with B-BBEE requirements.
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The National Research Foundation (NRF) and SAEON are seeking a service provider to deliver an Unmanned Aerial System Maintenance Technician (UASMT) training course. This project involves training one SAEON employee who already holds a Remote Pilot Certificate. The preferred training method is an online course. Key deliverables include the completion of the training, the issuance of a full certification, and the delivery of the certificate to Gqeberha. The contract is for a once-off supply and must be completed by the appointed service provider.
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.
- 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
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or SARS PIN
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- SACAA accreditation for training facilities
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COID Act)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lucia Maluleke
Email: scm@saeon.nrf.ac.za
Phone: 021-019-5155
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via email to SCM@saeon.nrf.ac.za. All documents must be provided in PDF format.
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