Development of National Hazard Assessment for Nuclear Emergencies.
Gji Samuel Msiza
In plain English
The Department of Electricity and Energy is seeking a service provider to develop a National Hazard Assessment for Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies in South Africa over a period of ten weeks. Bidders must have experience in nuclear/disaster risk assessment and meet a minimum functionality threshold of 70%.
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The Department of Electricity and Energy (DEE) is inviting bids for the development of a National Hazard Assessment for Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies in South Africa. The project requires the service provider to identify and characterize nuclear hazard sources, quantify disaster risks, and develop a monitoring framework aligned with international standards. The work must be completed within 10 weeks of contract signing. A compulsory briefing session will be held on 23 November 2026 at 10h00 at the Department of Electricity and Energy, 192 Visagie Street, Pretoria. The closing date for submissions is 08 December 2026 at 11h00. Bidders must provide a detailed pricing schedule including man-days and phase costs. The project aims to integrate findings into the DEE Sector Disaster Management Plan to improve national emergency preparedness.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Professional qualifications in Disaster Risk Management, Nuclear Engineering, or Radiation Sciences
- Proven experience in nuclear or disaster risk assessment projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Gji Samuel Msiza
Email: samuel.msiza@dee.gov.za
Phone: 012-406-7910
How to apply: Submit one original and two copies of the proposal in the tender box at the Department of Electricity and Energy, 192 Matimba House Building, Corner Visagie and Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria, by 08 December 2026 at 11h00.
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