Security services for SARAO/SKAO facilities.
SARAO Tender Enquiries
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
1 September 2026 at 09:00 · Klerefontein Engineering Operations Centre
In plain English
The tender is for the appointment of a registered National Key Point security service provider for SARAO/SKAO facilities in the Karoo for five years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) invites bids for the appointment of a registered National Key Point (NKP) security service provider for SARAO/SKAO facilities located in the Karoo, near Carnarvon, Northern Cape. The contract will span a period of five years. The scope of work involves providing comprehensive 24/7 security services across multiple sites, including the SKA Site Complex, Klerefontein Engineering Operations Centre, and various support facilities. Key deliverables include access control, patrolling, incident reporting, and the management of specialized security personnel. Bidders must attend a mandatory two-day site briefing on 1 and 2 September 2026. The project is critical for the protection of national infrastructure. The tender is governed by the 90/10 price and preference points system. The contract is expected to commence on 1 February 2027, with a validity period of 90 days from the closing date of 16 September 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- 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 National Key Point (NKP) security service provider
- Valid PSiRA registration for company and personnel
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Mandatory attendance at the two-day site briefing
- Valid SASSETA training accreditation and SAPS NKP training registration
- Valid Public Liability and Errors and Omissions insurance
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Audited annual financial statements for the preceding two years
- Minimum five years of proven NKP security experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: SARAO Tender Enquiries
Email: tender-enquiries@sarao.ac.za
Phone: 021-506-7300
How to apply: Bids must be submitted exclusively via the National Treasury e-submission portal at https://admin.etenders.gov.za. Bidders must log in using their CSD credentials, search for tender number NRF/SARAO SKAR/17/2026-27, and follow the 'start e-submission' process. Late or alternative submissions will not be accepted.
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