Accredited Drone Pilot Training Services.
State Theatre Tender Office
In plain English
The South African State Theatre is seeking a service provider to provide accredited drone pilot training. Bidders must ensure compliance with tax obligations and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The South African State Theatre is seeking an accredited service provider to conduct drone pilot training for three employees. The training covers essential topics including air law, flight planning, meteorology, and navigation, and must lead to a drone license. The service provider must be a certified Aviation Training Organization or a declared training organization recognized by the South African Civil Aviation Authority. The scope includes all training materials, examination fees, and daily catering for the trainees. The project must be completed in accordance with industry standards for drone operations.
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
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Three contactable references for similar training services
- Instructors must have CVs and 2+ years experience
- Valid SACAA Aviation Training Organization (ATO) accreditation
- Proof of valid COIDA registration
Contact & how to apply
Name: State Theatre Tender Office
Email: RFQ@statetheatre.co.za
Phone: 012-392-4019
How to apply: Submit all bid documents and an official company quote via email to RFQ@statetheatre.co.za. Ensure the email subject line clearly states the tender number: SAST/RFQ/2026/487.
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