Provision of burial services for paupers in Polokwane.
Mr. David Morapi
In plain English
Polokwane Municipality is seeking an accredited or qualified funeral undertaker for burial services of paupers for three years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and comply with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Polokwane Municipality invites bids for the appointment of a qualified funeral undertaker to provide burial services for paupers. This contract will run for a period of three years. The service provider will collect bodies from the Limpopo Provincial Government Mortuary, register deaths, provide coffins, transport remains, and perform burials. Services must be completed within ten days of a request. Burials will take place at designated cemeteries in Seshego Zone 8, Sebayeng, and Mankweng, where the provider must also install granite grave markers. The work is performed on an as-and-when-required basis.
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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid Certificate of Competence for funeral services
- Registered with NFDA, SAFPA, IFDA, or FFPSA
- Minimum of 2 to 4 years relevant industry experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr. David Morapi
Email: gilanim@polokwane.gov.za
Phone: 015-290-2491
How to apply: Bids must be placed in the official bid box at the Polokwane Municipality, Civic Centre, corner of Bodenstein and Landdros Mare Street. Submissions via email, fax, or internet are not accepted.
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