Spatial Audio Engineer for Exhibition Installations
Noleen Donson
In plain English
Iziko Museums is procuring a spatial audio engineer to install and configure AV elements for an exhibition. Bidders must be registered on the CSD and provide a B-BBEE certificate.
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Iziko Museums of South Africa invites tenders for the appointment of a Spatial Audio Engineer to install and configure audio-visual elements for the MTN UJ and Amanzi eAfrica exhibitions. The project involves acoustic assessment, system calibration, and the installation of multi-channel sound systems, including speakers, subwoofers, and playback equipment. Key deliverables include shop drawings, technical manuals, and the successful calibration of soundscapes for specific gallery spaces. Work will take place at the Iziko South African National Gallery in Cape Town. The project requires strict adherence to SANS 10400 building regulations. Installation for the MTN UJ exhibition must be completed by 20 November 2026, while the Amanzi eAfrica exhibition requires on-site calibration between 7 and 11 December 2026. A compulsory site briefing is scheduled for 14 October 2026, and the final submission deadline is 23 October 2026.
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.
Full requirements
- Active CSD registration with valid MAAA number
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Three relevant spatial audio or gallery projects completed within five years
- Compliance with National Building Regulations (SANS 10400)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Noleen Donson
Email: ndonson@iziko.org.za
Phone: 021-481-3917
How to apply: Proposals and all required documentation must be submitted via email to scm@iziko.org.za, ndonson@iziko.org.za, ammaledu@iziko.org.za, and nmazibuko@iziko.org.za by the closing date and time.
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