Safeguarding and Security Services for Southern Region Office.
Department of Public Works
In plain English
The KZN Department of Public Works is seeking a service provider for safeguarding and security services for 36 months at the Southern Region Office in Pietermaritzburg. Eligible bidders must be registered with the Central Suppliers Database and PSIRA, and meet other specified requirements.
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The KZN Department of Public Works invites bids for the provision of safeguarding and security services at the Southern Region Office in Pietermaritzburg. The contract covers a period of 36 months and requires 24-hour security, including access control, patrolling, and monitoring of premises. The service provider must supply 10 Grade C security guards, along with necessary equipment such as radios, scanners, and metal detectors. The project requires a company with a functional 24-hour office and a fleet of at least five company-owned vehicles. The successful bidder must ensure the safety of all personnel and assets against theft and vandalism. The closing date for this tender is 25 November 2026 at 11:00.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- UIF registration — Registration with the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Valid PSIRA entity registration and Grade A or B owner/director grading
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registered and compliant with the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)
- Registered and compliant with the Private Security Sector Provident Fund (PSSPF)
- Valid ICASA license or radio equipment registration
- Public Liability Insurance policy of at least R10,000,000
- Proof of three completed contracts within the last 5 years (one valued R5m+)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms J. Ngidi
Email: janet.ngidi@kznworks.gov.za
Phone: 072-514-5484
How to apply: Submit physical bids in a sealed envelope to the Department of Public Works, Southern Region, 10 Prince Alfred Street Extension, Pietermaritzburg, Tender Box 2. Faxed or emailed applications are not accepted.
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