Fabrication of Curved Display Platforms for Iziko Museums.
Noleen Donson
In plain English
Iziko Museums is seeking a service provider with carpentry skills for the fabrication and installation of curved display platforms for an exhibition. Bidders must be registered on the CSD and provide a B-BBEE status level of contribution.
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Iziko Museums of South Africa invites service providers to bid for the fabrication and installation of curved display platforms for the Amanzi eAfrica exhibition. The work will take place at the Iziko South African Museum in Cape Town. The project involves structural carpentry, including the creation of curved edges, trap doors, integrated seating, and interactive elements using moisture-resistant materials. MDF and chipboard are strictly prohibited. The successful bidder must perform on-site measurements, provide shop drawings, and ensure all installations meet high-quality joinery standards. The project is scheduled to begin on 5 October 2026, with final completion of all interactive components by 1 December 2026. Bidders must demonstrate experience in shopfitting or exhibition carpentry through a portfolio of at least five similar projects completed within the last five years.
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.
Full requirements
- Active Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Portfolio of comparable carpentry or shopfitting projects
- Contactable references for projects completed within the last five years
- Compliance with National Building Regulations (SANS 10400)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Noleen Donson
Email: ndonson@iziko.org.za
Phone: 021-481-3917
How to apply: Quotes and all required documentation must be submitted via email to scm@iziko.org.za and ndonson@iziko.org.za by 29 September 2026 at 11:00 am.
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