The south african bureau of standards (sabs) invites qualified service providers to submit quotations for a 36-month contract to deliver comprehensive gardening, landscaping, and grounds maintenance services at its durban premises. The contract requires full-service maintenance, including daily, weekly, and seasonal tasks, with strict adherence to security, safety, and waste disposal standards.
Key Requirements
Submit quotation via email by 29 July 2026 at 11:00 am with mandatory documents: CSD registration, B-BBEE certificate, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1 forms.
Attend compulsory briefing session on 24 July 2026 at 11:00 am at SABS Durban Office.
Provide fixed pricing for 36 months, inclusive of VAT, labour, materials, equipment, and transport costs.
Demonstrate functionality compliance (minimum 70% score) across experience, track record, supervisor/horticulturist qualifications, and delivery capability.
Ensure all staff wear PPE, maintain 2m security clearance zones, and dispose of garden waste at approved facilities daily.
Adjust maintenance frequency during heavy rainfall or rapid growth at no additional cost.
Provide public liability insurance and a valid COIDA registration before contract start.
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Company Registration (CIPC)
Tax Clearance Certificate
B-BBEE Certificate
CSD Registration
Company Profile
CIDB Registration Certificate
NHBRC Registration (if applicable)
Health & Safety Plan
Insurance Certificates
Previous Project Completion Certificates
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) invites bids for the appointment of a service provider to deliver comprehensive gardening, landscaping, and grounds maintenance services at its Durban premises for a period of 36 months. The contract includes routine maintenance, waste handling, vegetation management, and adherence to strict safety and security standards. Bids will be evaluated based on functionality (70% threshold) and the 80/20 Preferential Procurement Regulations (price and specific goals).
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SABS invites bids for gardening services at its Durban premises for 36 months.
The goal is to maintain the premises in a clean, safe, and aesthetically acceptable condition year-round, considering Durban's high rainfall and rapid vegetation growth.
The service provider must supply all labour, supervision, equipment, tools, and consumables.
Submit your quotation via email only. Do not use links, 'we transfer', or any other method.
The closing date and time is 29 July 2026 at 11:00 am. No late submissions will be accepted.
Your quotation must remain valid for 120 days from the closing date. SABS may extend this by 60 days via written notice without requiring your consent.
You must include these mandatory documents with your quotation:
National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration report.
A valid B-BBEE certificate or Sworn Affidavit to claim specific goals.
SBD 4 Bidder's Disclosure Form.
SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form (Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022).
SABS reserves the right to reject any submission that does not conform to instructions or to not select any bidder.
You are responsible for ensuring your quotation is received on time. SABS is not liable for any costs you incur in preparing or submitting your bid.
Security Clearance: Maintain 2m clear zones inside and outside perimeter fence; no vegetation within 2m above fence top.
Reporting: Submit monthly reports with photos, task checklist, issues log, and waste disposal proof. Provide an Account Manager and attend monthly reviews.
Company Experience: Demonstrate years in gardening/landscaping (scored 1-5).
Track Record: Provide contactable reference letters from clients over the past 7 years (scored 0-5).
Supervisor: Must have a minimum matric qualification and relevant management experience in gardening/landscaping (scored 0-5). Submit CV and proof.
Horticulturist: Key personnel must have a minimum National Diploma (NQF 6) in Horticulture, Landscaping, Botany or related field, and relevant experience (scored 0-5). Submit CV and proof.
Delivery Capability: Submit an organogram showing at least Supervisor, Safety Officer/Rep, and Horticulturist (scored 0-5).
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