Conservation Consultancy Services for Iziko Museums.
Kagiso Themba
In plain English
Conservation consultancy services for the Materiality Exhibition at Iziko Museums of South Africa are being procured. Bidders must be registered on the CSD and provide a B-BBEE certificate.
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Iziko Museums of South Africa invites proposals for a conservation consultancy to support the Materiality 2 exhibition. The work will take place at the Iziko South African National Gallery in Cape Town. The successful provider will assess approximately 110 artworks, including paintings, textiles, and sculptures, and provide detailed condition reports. Key deliverables include performing minor conservation interventions, offering professional guidance on artwork treatment, and advising on best practices for installation. The project runs from August 2026 to June 2027. Bidders must provide a detailed pricing structure for services rendered.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Professional conservation qualifications and training certifications
- Proven project experience in conservation
- CV of proposed conservator
- Two contactable references for similar work
Contact & how to apply
Name: Kagiso Themba
Email: kthemba@izko.org.za
Phone: 021-481-3833
How to apply: Submit your quotes, proposals, and all required documentation via email to Kagiso Themba at kthemba@iziko.org.za and scm@iziko.org.za, with a copy to Andrea Lewis at alewis@iziko.org.za before the closing date of 14 July 2026 at 11:00 am.
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