Newcastle Local Municipality has issued an open tender (A042-2025/26) for the provision of external security services. This strategic 36-month contract targets PSIRA-registered security firms to safeguard municipal assets, personnel, and critical infrastructure across KwaZulu-Natal.
Scope of Works and Zonal Deployment
The appointed security service provider will deliver armed guarding and visible patrol services across Newcastle Municipality’s assets .
The contract covers four zones :
- Zone 1 (Newcastle North and West 1): 43 Security Officers, 2 Zone Supervisors, 1 Operations Manager across 9 sites .
- Zone 2 (Newcastle West 2): 59 Security Officers, 2 Zone Supervisors, 1 Operations Manager across 24 sites .
- Zone 3 (Electrical and Water Pump Stations): 42 Security Officers, 2 Zone Supervisors, 1 Operations Manager across 20 sites .
- Zone 4 (Madadeni and Osizweni): 60 Security Officers, 2 Zone Supervisors, 1 Operations Manager across 28 sites .
Mandatory Functionality and Compliance
Bidders must achieve a minimum functionality score of 80% to qualify for evaluation. Strict compliance with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) and the Basic Conditions of Employment Act is non-negotiable. The municipality requires detailed threat and risk assessment reports for all listed sites within the respective zones.
Mandatory Requirements
The following requirements are mandatory and failure to comply will result in disqualification :
- Valid PSIRA Company Registration Certificate and Grade A Certificates for all directors and members .
- Valid Letter of Good Standing with PSIRA .
- Company Firearms Registration and Compliance Inspection Report from SAPS .
- Public Liability Insurance worth minimum R10 million .
- Letter of Good Standing with Provident Fund .
- ICASA registration for handheld radios and base stations .
- Roadworthy and branded LDV vehicles .
- Firearms training and competency certificates for all security personnel
Compulsory Briefing Session
Attendance at the mandatory pre-bid clarification meeting is strictly enforced. Bidders who fail to attend will be automatically disqualified from the evaluation process.
- Date: Tuesday, 28 July 2026
- Time: 10:00
- Venue: The Newcastle Town Hall, Scott Street, Newcastle
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Submission Guidelines and Venue
Sealed bid documents must be deposited in the official tender box. Late or unmarked submissions will be immediately disqualified.
- Closing Date: Wednesday, 05 August 2026
- Closing Time: 12:00
- Venue: Municipal Civic Centre (Rates Hall), 37 Murchison Street, Newcastle
Enquiries and Document Access
For technical and supply chain queries, contact Chief Security Services Mr. Pieter Marais at Pieter.marais@newcastle.gov.za or 034-328-4704. Download A042-2025/26 Security Services Bid Document
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