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Security Services
Compliance for guarding, CCTV, alarm monitoring, and integrated security services tenders.
Compliance Roadmap
Mandatory laws and accreditations for security services tenders.
1
PSIRA Act
Regulates the private security industry, requiring registration for all security service providers.
- Register security company with PSIRA and obtain registration certificate
- Ensure all security personnel hold valid PSIRA registration
- Verify that officer grades match tender requirements
2
PPPFA
Establishes the preferential procurement points system (80/20 and 90/10) to promote socio-economic transformation.
- Confirm correct preference points system (80/20 or 90/10) for the tender value
- Prepare valid B-BBEE affidavit or certificate from accredited verification agency
- Complete declaration of specific goals as required in bid documents
3
B-BBEE Act
Promotes economic transformation by requiring B-BBEE compliance and status verification in procurement.
- Determine your B-BBEE status level through SANAS-accredited verification or sworn affidavit
- Register with the B-BBEE Commission if required
- Prepare valid B-BBEE certificate or affidavit for each tender submission
Key Accreditations & Registrations
Essential certifications and registrations required for security services tenders.
PSIRA Company Registration
PSIRA Site Manager Grade A/B
SASSETA Accreditation
Security Officers Registration (Individual)
Common Compliance Pitfalls
Why bids in this sector usually fail and how to avoid these mistakes.
- Operating without valid PSIRA company registration
- Deploying unregistered or incorrectly graded security officers
- Insufficient armed response protocols for high-risk sites
- Underpricing to the point where PSIRA minimum wage requirements cannot be met
Practical Guides & Articles
Expert-written guides for security services compliance.