Comprehensive Hygiene and Cleaning Services for Robben Island Museum
Molefi Machela
Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 29 September 2026 at 09:00 · Robben Island Museum. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
Robben Island Museum is procuring comprehensive hygiene and cleaning services for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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The Robben Island Museum is seeking a service provider for comprehensive hygiene and cleaning services over a 36-month period. The work will take place at various locations, including the Nelson Mandela Gateway, the Clock Tower, and across Robben Island. Key tasks include general cleaning of interior and exterior surfaces, window cleaning, laundry services, and the maintenance of hygiene equipment. The provider must also manage event setups and housekeeping for accommodation facilities. The project requires a dedicated team of 25 staff members and the supply of all necessary equipment and SABS-approved chemicals. All laundry must be processed on the mainland.
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.
- 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 with a recognized Cleaning Industry Association
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Public Liability Insurance cover of at least R20,000,000
- Audited financial statements for the past three years
- Minimum four years of relevant industry experience
- Three written reference letters from previous clients
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN or CSD report
- Supervisors must have at least two years of experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: Molefi Machela
Email: molefim@robben-island.org.za
Phone: 021-413-4246
How to apply: Bids must be submitted online via the e-Tender portal at https://www.etenders.gov.za/. Submissions via email or fax are not permitted. Technical and financial proposals must be prepared as separate documents.
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