# APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO RENDER 24 HOUR SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES AT ISITHEBE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE IN KWA-ZULU NATAL FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS.

> This tender closed on 2026-09-16.

- **Reference:** RFP08/26
- **Issuer:** [Ithala Development Finance Corporation](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/ithala-development-finance-corporation.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-08-19
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-16 11:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-09-03 12:00 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Other professional services](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/M74.md), [Other personal services](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/S96.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO RENDER 24 HOUR SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES AT ISITHEBE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE IN KWAZULU NATAL FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS.** The contract requires a 24/7 security service with unarmed Grade C guards, armed supervisors, dedicated patrol vehicles, a 24-hour control room, and an active guard monitoring system. Bidders must be PSIRA-registered, in good standing with SARS, and compliant with CSD, PSSPF, and COIDA; the contract includes a 36-month term, staffing levels (e.g., 37 day guards and 37 night guards per shift, plus armed supervisors), and site-specific equipment/CCTV monitoring. A compulsory online briefing is part of the process. 

#### Requirements
- Compliance with Central Supplier Database (CSD) and SARS tax status (including PIN) and, for consortia, separate PIN/CSD per party. 
- PSIRA registration and valid PSIRA certificates for guards; 13A/PSSPF and COIDA good standing. 
- Proof of Public Liability Insurance (minimum R5,000,000) and ongoing coverage for the contract duration. 
- Completion of mandatory bid documents (SBD1, SBD4, etc.) and attendance at the compulsory online briefing. 
- Site staffing and equipment plan (37 Grade C guards day, 37 Grade C guards night, 2 armed supervisors day, 2 armed supervisors night) plus 2 dedicated 24-hour patrol vehicles and a guard monitoring system. 
- VAT status where applicable and compliance with price/bargaining council requirements. 
- Bid validity period of 120 days. 

#### How to Apply
- Obtain bid documents online from the IDFC website and National Treasury e-tender portal at no cost. Documents must be submitted on the official forms; one original and one electronic copy (USB). 
- Submission: sealed bid box at Ithala Trade Centre, 29 Canal Quay Road, Point Waterfront, Durban; closing 16 September 2026 at 11:00. Telegraphic, telephonic, facsimile, or late bids will not be accepted. 
- Documents to submit (at minimum): SBD 1, SBD 4, SARS PIN/CSD verification, PSIRA proof, PSSPF and COIDA letters, tax clearance, declarations of interest, and JV/consortium agreements if applicable. 
- Pre-qualifications: CSD registration, SARS tax status, and related SARS eFiling PIN; for consortia, each party must be compliant. 
- Briefing: Compulsory online briefing on 3 September 2026 at 10:00 (Teams link provided in the tender pack). 
- Where to obtain bid documents if not attached: IDFC website or ETender portal (RFP08/26). (RFP08-26-APPOINTMENT-OF-A-SERVICE-PROVIDER-TO-RENDER-24-HOUR-SECURITY-GUARDING-SERVICES-AT-ISITHEBE-INDUSTRIAL-ESTATE-IN-KWA-ZULU-NATAL-FOR-A-PERIOD-OF-36-MONTHS-19-8-26.pdf)

## Description

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO RENDER 24 HOUR SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES AT ISITHEBE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE IN KWA-ZULU NATAL FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS.

## Documents

- RFP08-26 - APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO RENDER 24 HOUR SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES AT ISITHEBE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE IN KWA-ZULU NATAL FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS-19-8-26+.pdf..pdf
- RFP08-26-APPOINTMENT-OF-A-SERVICE-PROVIDER-TO-RENDER-24-HOUR-SECURITY-GUARDING-SERVICES-AT-ISITHEBE-INDUSTRIAL-ESTATE-IN-KWA-ZULU-NATAL-FOR-A-PERIOD-OF-36-MONTHS-19-8-26.pdf

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## Published on

- [Ithala Development Finance Corporation](https://ithala.co.za)
- [eTenders.gov.za](https://www.etenders.gov.za)

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