Tour Operating Services for Familiarisation Trips.
City of Johannesburg
In plain English
The City of Johannesburg is seeking a service provider for tour operating services for familiarisation trips over 30 months. Eligible bidders must be suitably qualified service providers.
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The Joburg Tourism Company is seeking service providers for two separate projects. The first project involves the design, production, storage, setup, and breakdown of a modular exhibition stand for tourism promotion over an 18-month period. The second project requires a tour operator to manage familiarisation trips for media, buyers, and tourism stakeholders for 30 months on an as-needed basis. Both projects are based in Johannesburg. Interested parties must attend non-compulsory briefing sessions at the Sandton Library in September 2026. Proposals must be submitted by mid-October 2026. These contracts aim to enhance the marketing and tourism profile of Johannesburg through professional exhibition management and logistical support for visiting trade partners.
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
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of municipal account payments for firm and directors
- Public or passenger liability insurance
- Valid Road Transportation Permits (Public Operating License)
- Valid Public Driving Permits (PDPs) for all drivers
- Valid Tourist Guide Certificates
- Joint Venture or Consortium agreement if applicable
Contact & how to apply
Name: Dumisani Shawe
Email: DumisaniS@joburgtourism.com
Phone: 011-407-6283
How to apply: Download documents from www.joburg.org.za or www.etenders.gov.za. Submit sealed bids in the tender box at the JTC Offices, 4th Floor, Sandton Library, Nelson Mandela Square, Sandton, before 10:30 AM on the respective closing dates.
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