CoT RFP Event PROCUREMENT OF PROTECTION OFFICERS,

The City of Tshwane, through the Office of the Speaker, is soliciting quotations under solicitation number Q18-01-2026-27 for the procurement of twenty PSIRA-compliant protection officers, consisting of 15 males and 5 females, and two 2-way radios. These council orderlies will be responsible for maintaining safety, security, and order during Ordinary, Special, and Continuation Council meetings in Tshwane-Pretoria. Key duties include managing access control, protecting councillors and municipal assets, performing conflict de-escalation, and the lawful removal of disorderly persons in accordance with the City of Tshwane Rules and Orders By-Laws of 2012. The response deadline for this solicitation is October 29, 2026. To qualify, bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including a company registration certificate, tax clearance or SARS PIN, B-BBEE certificate, CSD summary report, and proof of municipal financial standing. Personnel requirements are stringent, requiring South African citizenship, a minimum of three years of specialized security experience, and PSIRA registration (Grade C for officers and Grade B or A for supervisors). Additionally, all personnel must possess a SAPS Police Clearance Certificate not older than six months, crowd control management certification, and proficiency in English and at least one other official South African language. Bidders must also demonstrate financial capacity with access to funding of at least R300,000 and provide three contactable reference letters. The evaluation process consists of three stages: administrative compliance, mandatory functional requirements, and a preference point system based on B-BBEE status and local economic participation. Awarded providers must ensure all staff adhere to a strict professional dress code and comply with Occupational Health and Safety requirements. Payment for services will be rendered within 30 days following the receipt of an invoice.