What are the submission requirements for this tender (Ref: LG-01 2026-2027)?

- Submit bids in a clearly marked envelope with bidder’s address details on the back. - Use official bid forms only (do not re-type or separate). Non-compliance may disqualify the bid. - Deposit bids in the blue tender box marked "Local Government" at: Ground Floor, 80 St Georges Mall, Waldorf Building, Cape Town, 8000. - The bid box is accessible 24/7. Bidders are responsible for ensuring timely and correct submission. - Late bids will not be accepted. No telegraphic, telex, facsimile, or emailed bids are permitted.

How will bids be evaluated?

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What are the technical specifications?

- Scope: Appointment of a service provider to render aerial fire-fighting support services or disaster-related event support in the Western Cape. - Contract period: 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030. - Service basis: - On standby during high fire seasons for the contract duration. - Available on an "as and when needed" basis during low fire seasons for the contract duration.

What compliance and legal requirements must bidders meet?

- Bid is subject to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any applicable special conditions. - Successful bidder must complete and sign a written contract form (WCBD 7.1) and/or a Service Level Agreement if applicable.

What are the important dates and deadlines for this tender?

- Advertisement date: 3 July 2026. - Closing date and time: 14 August 2026 at 11:00. - Bid validity period: 60 days from closing date.

Who should be contacted for queries about this tender?

- Administrative and specification enquiries: - Ms. C. Johnson: lg.finance@westerncape.gov.za - Mr. A. Seale: lg.finance@westerncape.gov.za - Mr. E. Du Toit: lg.finance@westerncape.gov.za - Submission address: Department of Local Government, Ground Floor, 80 St Georges Mall, Waldorf Building, Cape Town, 8000. - Website: www.westerncape.gov.za

Western Cape Aerial Firefighting Services Tender

- Submit bids in official forms, clearly marked, by 14 august 2026 at 11:00 to the blue tender box at 80 st georges mall, cape town. Late or non-compliant submissions will be disqualified. - Provide aerial firefighting and disaster support services in the western cape for a 3-year period (2027-2030). - maintain standby readiness during high fire seasons and availability on an as-needed basis during low fire seasons. - Comply with the general conditions of contract (gcc) and any special conditions. - Successful bidder must sign a written contract (wcbd 7.1) And/or service level agreement. - Bids must remain valid for 60 days from the closing date. - NO electronic submissions (email, fax, etc.) Are accepted; physical delivery is mandatory.

Appointment of a service provider to render aerial fire fighting support services or any other disaster related events in the western cape for the period 01 april 2027 up to and including 31 march 2030 on a “call when needed” basis (on standby for the high fire seasons for the duration of contract). The services may also be required on an “as and when needed basis” for the low fire seasons for the duration of the contract.

Advertisement date: 3 July 2026.
Closing date and time: 14 August 2026 at 11:00.
Bid validity period: 60 days from closing date.

Advertisement date: 3 July 2026.

Administrative and specification enquiries:
Ms. C. Johnson: [email protected]
Mr. A. Seale: [email protected]
Mr. E. Du Toit: [email protected]
Submission address: Department of Local Government, Ground Floor, 80 St Georges Mall, Waldorf Building, Cape Town, 8000.
Website: www.westerncape.gov.za

Submit bids in a clearly marked envelope with bidder’s address details on the back.
Use official bid forms only (do not re-type or separate). Non-compliance may disqualify the bid.
Deposit bids in the blue tender box marked "Local Government" at: Ground Floor, 80 St Georges Mall, Waldorf Building, Cape Town, 8000.
The bid box is accessible 24/7. Bidders are responsible for ensuring timely and correct submission.
Late bids will not be accepted. No telegraphic, telex, facsimile, or emailed bids are permitted.

Bids must be submitted in a clearly marked envelope with the bidder’s address details on the back.
Use official bid forms only (do not re-type or separate). Failure to adhere may result in disqualification.

Scope: Appointment of a service provider to render aerial fire-fighting support services or disaster-related event support in the Western Cape.
Contract period: 1 April 2027 to 31 March 2030.
Service basis:
On standby during high fire seasons for the contract duration.
Available on an "as and when needed" basis during low fire seasons for the contract duration.

Bid is subject to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any applicable special conditions.
Successful bidder must complete and sign a written contract form (WCBD 7.1) and/or a Service Level Agreement if applicable.

Bid Specification Committee and Supply Chain Management contacts available via www.westerncape.gov.za

Aerial firefighting and disaster support services for western cape (2027-2030)

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Western Cape - Local Government

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