Appointment of Travel Management Company for MQA.
Wicky Mkhize
In plain English
The Mining Qualifications Authority is seeking proposals for a Travel Management Company to provide comprehensive travel management services. Eligible bidders must meet the requirements outlined in the tender document.
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The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is seeking to appoint a Travel Management Company (TMC) to provide comprehensive travel services. The scope of work includes managing bookings for accommodation, car rentals, shuttle services, airline ticketing, visa processing, and emergency travel support. The successful bidder will be required to provide both online and manual booking tools, manage third-party service provider accounts, and offer 24/7/365 emergency assistance. The contract will run until 31 March 2030. Key deliverables include monthly, quarterly, and annual travel spend analysis, savings reports, and SLA performance reviews. The service provider must maintain a dedicated account management structure to ensure policy enforcement and provide training for MQA staff. The work will be performed for the MQA, with the head office located in Parktown, Johannesburg.
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 (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Valid ASATA and IATA memberships
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Minimum of three signed and dated client reference letters
- Proposed personnel must hold relevant certified qualifications
- SAQA certificate of evaluation for all foreign qualifications
Contact & how to apply
Name: Wicky Mkhize
Email: WickyM@mqa.org.za
Phone: 011-547-2600
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted electronically to TENDERS@MQA.ORG.ZA or deposited in the bid box at the MQA Head Office, Block B Reception, No.7 Anerley Road, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193, by 11:00 on 7 December 2026.
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