# APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISION OF TERRAIN MAINTENANCE AND GARDENING SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF THREE (3) YEARS AT TIMBADOLA SAWMILL.

> This tender closed on 2026-10-16.

- **Reference:** RFB016/2026
- **Issuer:** [South African Forestry Company SOC Limited](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/south-african-forestry-company-soc-limited.md)
- **Region:** Limpopo
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-09-25
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-16 14:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-10-02 13:00 SAST (compulsory)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of a service provider to deliver terrain maintenance and gardening services for Timbadola Sawmill for a period of three years.** Suitable for firms with landscaping/grounds maintenance capabilities, experienced in multi-year site contracts, and able to comply with SA public‑procurement requirements (CSD, tax clearance, B-BBEE, etc.). The contract references NEC4 Term Service Contract as the intended form (Draft NEC4 TSC Terrain Maintenance.pdf).

#### Requirements
- Submit bids on official forms (SBD 1, SBD 3.1 Pricing Schedule, SBD 4, SBD 6.1) with authorized signatures (checklist in the RFB).  
- Register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD); provide CSD number or TCS/PIN per SARS requirements; B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.  
- Tax clearance status or PIN; separate proofs for consortium/Joint Venture members; total bid must be VAT inclusive.  
- Mandatory briefing attendance; failure to attend leads to disqualification (RFB016/2026).  
- Compliance with PPPFA, GCC, and any applicable special conditions; National Treasury CSD rules apply (RFB016/2026).  
- Security clearances for staff as required; non-disclosure and confidentiality obligations; insurance and COIDA coverage.  
- If subcontracting, signed agreements with subcontractors must be attached; performance and safety obligations per NEC4 data.  
- Contracts may follow NEC4 TSC Option A with associated data; timelines, progression meetings, early warning, and audit elements apply (Draft NEC4 TSC Terrain Maintenance.pdf).

#### How to Apply
- Bid deadline: 16 October 2026 at 12:00; bids must be hand-delivered/couriered to SAFCOL Nelspruit Office, Absa Square, 3rd Floor Reception, 20 Paul Kruger Street, Mbombela (RFB016/2026). Compulsory briefing 2 October 2026, 11:00–12:30, via Microsoft Teams (link provided in the RFB).  
- Questions deadline: 9 October 2026 at 12:00.  
- Documents to submit: Original bid and copies; SBD 1, SBD 3.1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1; CSD/SARS/B-BBEE evidence; proof of tax compliance; Central Supplier Database registration; SANAS/SCC where applicable. (Checklist and forms are in the RFB; see RFB016/2026.pdf).  
- Pricing: Complete the SBD 3.1 Pricing Schedule; VAT inclusive; indicate if rates are firm for the full contract period; provide cost breakdown and any price adjustments basis (Costing Guide template attached) (Costing_Guide_3_Years_contract.xlsx).  
- Where documents are sourced: RFB016/2026 terrain maintenance PDF and attached NEC4 Terrain Maintenance draft; reference annexes and pricing templates via etenders.gov.za.

Documents referenced: RFB016.2026 - TERRAIN MAINTANANCE.pdf; Draft NEC4 TSC Terrain Maintenance.pdf; Reference Template Annexure 1 Terrain Maintenance.docx; Costing Guide - 3 Years contract - blank.xlsx.

## Description

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISION OF TERRAIN MAINTENANCE AND GARDENING SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF THREE (3) YEARS AT TIMBADOLA SAWMILL.

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISION OF TERRAIN MAINTENANCE AND GARDENING SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF THREE (3) YEARS AT TIMBADOLA SAWMILL.

Conditions: N/A Briefing Venue: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/330742612727370?p=OHiTu55w6q0OBL2QcN

## Documents

- Reference Template\_ Annexure 1 Terrain Maintenance.docx..docx
- RFB016.2026 - TERRAIN MAINTANANCE.pdf..pdf
- Draft NEC4 TSC Terrain Maintenance .pdf..pdf
- Costing Guide - 3 Years contract - blank.xlsx..xlsx

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## Published on

- [eTenders.gov.za](https://www.etenders.gov.za)

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