Home-based care services at Sivuyile Residential Facility.
Eastern Cape Department of Social Development
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
2 September 2026 at 10:00
In plain English
The Department of Social Development is procuring home-based care services for the Sivuyile Residential Facility for five years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have at least two years of relevant experience.
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The Department of Social Development is seeking a service provider to deliver home-based care services at the Sivuyile Residential Facility, located at Stikland Hospital. The project involves providing 24-hour care for 110 residents with severe intellectual and physical disabilities. Key responsibilities include hygiene care, feeding, stimulation programs, and constant supervision. The successful bidder must provide a team of 40 staff members to cover day and night shifts. This contract will run for a period of five years. The service must be available seven days a week, including weekends and public holidays. Bidders must attend a compulsory site inspection to qualify for the tender.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- UIF registration — Registration with the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
- 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 COIDA Letter of Good Standing and UIF compliance certificate
- Valid B-BBEE status certificate or sworn affidavit
- Minimum two years relevant experience in home-based or frail care
- Staff must hold SETA-accredited Home-Based Care qualifications
- Staff must have police and National Child Protection Register clearances
- Proof of Hepatitis B vaccinations for all staff
- Valid Public Liability Insurance
Contact & how to apply
Name: DSD Bid Admin
Email: DSD.BidAdmin@westerncape.gov.za
Phone: 021-483-9143
How to apply: Bids must be hand-delivered or sent via courier to the bid box located at the Ground Floor, 14 Queen Victoria Street, Union House, Cape Town, 8001.
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