APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO CONDUCT HERPETOLOGICAL SURVEYSClosed

Overview

SAFCOL seeks a service provider to conduct herpetological surveys on selected plantations for the 2026/27 period. The project covers Nelshoogte, Witklip and Brooklands plantations in Mpumalanga, requires desktop and field components, and must deliver a final concise report by 15 March 2027 with invoicing on completion and payment within 30 days. The assignment begins on receipt of a Purchase Order.

Requirements

• SACNASP registration for the project manager/leader; proof of current registration.
• Latest BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit; must be included with quotation.
• Valid Tax Clearance certificate.
• Proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) with Supplier Number and Unique Registration Reference; ensure tax status is up to date on the CSD.
• Demonstrated past experience in herpetological monitoring (within the last five years); at least one reference letter.
• CV for the project manager/leader showing relevant qualifications (environmental/conservation/ecology/zoology).
• Quotation to be submitted by 31 August 2026; all SBD documents to be signed and included.
• Evidence of required registration and pre-qualifications as specified by SAFCOL.
• Note: KLF SHEQ will supply plantation shapefiles on signing a confidentiality agreement; access permits may be required.

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 31 August 2026 (RFQ 890/SHEQ/10/2026; RFQ closing time per document is 12:00 PM).
• Submission method: email quotations to RFQCentralNSP@safcol.co.za; queries to zakira@safcol.co.za (subject line must include the RFQ number and description).
• Documents to submit: completed RFQ document on company letterhead; SBD forms; BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit; Tax Clearance; CSD registration details (Supplier Number and Unique Registration Reference); SACNASP registration proof; CV of project manager; at least one reference letter; proof of past experience; any other mandatory documents as per SAFCOL requirements.
• Use a contactable quotation format and ensure all information matches the order details (VAT where applicable).
• Note: Specific documents and steps referenced are from RFQ 890/SHEQ/10/2026 (RFQ pdf).