Upholstery and Restoration of Theatre Furniture
City of Johannesburg
In plain English
Upholstery services for old furniture at Joburg City Theatres are being procured. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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Joburg City Theatres is seeking a service provider for the upholstery, refurbishment, and restoration of furniture across the Mandela, Lesedi, and Roodepoort Theatres. The project involves collecting furniture, repairing timber frames, replacing foam and springs, and installing new fabric. The successful bidder must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and transport to ensure the furniture is restored to a safe and functional condition. The work must be completed to a high aesthetic standard. The tender is issued by Joburg City Theatres and the work will take place at their various facilities within the Johannesburg Municipality.
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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 2 General Building (2GB)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on the Centralised Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Minimum CIDB grading of 2GB
- Proof of five similar completed projects with reference letters
Contact & how to apply
Name: Keabetswe Senne
Email: kea@joburgtheatre.com
Phone: 011-877-6800
How to apply: Bidders must submit their applications in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the bid number and description. The envelope must be deposited into the tender box located at the Reception Area, 1st Floor, Joburg Theatre, 163 Civic Boulevard, Braamfontein, by 12h00 on 31 August 2026.
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