# THE APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES FOR THE SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI) AT KWAZULU NATAL NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDEN FOR A PERIOD OF THREE (3) YEARS.

> This tender closed on 2026-07-10.

- **Reference:** SANBI:G577/2026
- **Issuer:** [South African National Biodiversity Institute](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/south-african-national-biodiversity-institute.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-06-15
- **Closing date:** 2026-07-10 13:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-06-22 12:00 SAST (compulsory)

## Summary

#### Overview
**The procurement seeks a service provider to provide security guarding services for SANBI at the KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden for a period of three years.** Bidders must be PSIRA-registered security companies, capable of 24/7 guarding, access control, patrols, incident response, and garden-specific compliance.

#### Requirements
- PSIRA registration for the service provider and for company owners/managers; valid throughout the contract. CSD registration; SARS tax PIN or CSD number. COIDA good standing; health and safety policy; liability insurance min R5 million; ICASA licence or contract for PTT; SBD forms; site briefing certificate. (see Annexure A/B, ToR)
- KwaZulu-Natal-based operations with documentary proof of local address. Compulsory induction, staff training, and ongoing supervision; 12-hour shifts (summer/winter) and 24/7 coverage; language proficiency (English plus another official language); equipment and uniforms; control room, clocking, and incident reporting requirements. 
- Staffing specifics: multiple gates with Grade C PSIRA officers, required equipment (radios, clocking system, panic buttons, Taser/pepper spray, etc.), and event staffing as needed.
- Evaluation criteria emphasize functionality (experience, track record, references, financial capacity, qualifications, training plan) and price, with 80/20 weighting and a minimum functionality score (70/100). Specific goals for B-BBEE ownership may apply.

#### How to Apply
- Tender documents available at SANBI website; submission deadline 10 July 2026, 11:00. (see Annexure D; Pricing Schedule)
- Compulsory briefing: 22 June 2026, 10:00, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden Curio Shop; health and safety protocols apply. (ToR for Guarding Services for the KZNNBG TS..pdf)
- Submissions: via the specified Bid Box (Biodiversity Centre, Pretoria National Botanical Garden, 2 Cussonia Avenue, Brummeria, Pretoria). (ToR)
- Required documents: CSD report; PSIRA certificates (provider and site manager); ICASA/licence for PTT; proof of KwaZulu-Natal local office; COIDA letter; health and safety policy; liability insurance; completed SBD forms; signed site briefing certificate; Annexure D pricing; CVs for PM and supervisors; five client reference letters; training plan; audited financials; ISO 9001 (optional). (Annexure A; Annexure D; 5.1–5.2)
- Pricing: Firm prices for all items; 120-day bid validity; PSIRA wage increases projected (9% per year). (Annexure D)

Documents referenced: ToR for Guarding Services for the KZNNBG TS..pdf; Special Conditions of Contract.pdf..pdf; ANNEXURE D. PRICING SCHEDULE.

## Description

THE APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES FOR THE SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI) AT KWAZULU NATAL NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDEN FOR A PERIOD OF THREE (3) YEARS.

THE APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE SECURITY GUARDING SERVICES FOR THE SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL BIODIVERSITY INSTITUTE (SANBI) AT KWAZULU NATAL NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDEN FOR A PERIOD OF THREE (3) YEARS.

Conditions: N/A Briefing Venue: KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden’s Curio Shop (2 Zwartkops road, Prestbury, Pietermaritzburg)

## Documents

- ToR for Guarding Services for the KZNNBG TS..pdf..pdf
- Special Conditions of a Contract.pdf..pdf

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## Published on

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

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