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GDRT Seeks Herbicide and Pest Control Providers for 36 Months

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The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport (GDRT) has issued an open tender (DRT 09/09/2026) to establish a panel of service providers for the supply and application of herbicides on roads, as well as pest control and fumigation services across all departmental facilities. This strategic three-year contract, operating on an as-and-when-required basis, aims to ensure sustainable vegetation management and maintain high hygiene and safety standards across the province’s road infrastructure and government buildings.

Scope of Services

The appointed panel members will be required to deliver specialized services under two distinct schedules:

  • Schedule A: Supply and professional application of herbicides on provincial road infrastructure to control invasive vegetation and ensure road safety.
  • Schedule B: Comprehensive pest control and fumigation services across all GDRT facilities, including offices, laboratories, workshops, and perimeter areas.
  • Adherence to strict environmental management, waste control, and occupational health and safety regulations during all operations.

Compulsory Briefing Session

Attendance at the official briefing session is strictly mandatory. Failure to attend will result in the immediate disqualification of the bid. The session is scheduled for Friday, 23 October 2026, at 10:00. It will be held at the Main Boardroom, Department of Roads and Transport, 1215 Nico Smit Street, Koedoespoort, Pretoria.

Mandatory Compliance Requirements

Failure to submit the following required documents will render the bidder’s tender disqualified:

  • Certified copy of valid Pest Control Operator (PCO) registration certificate (Schedule A – Industrial Vegetation and Noxious Weeds; Schedule B – Structural)
  • South African Pest Control Association (SAPCA) affiliation certificate or registration confirmation letter
  • Valid Letter of Good Standing from Department of Labour (COIDA)
  • Safety Officer registration with SACPCMP as a Safety Officer or Safety Manager (Schedule A only)
  • Complete and signed SBD 4 document
  • Attendance at the compulsory site briefing (attendance register will be used as proof)
  • In the case of joint ventures and consortia, a detailed signed agreement with percentage revenue split
  • Tax compliance status PIN
  • CIPC registration documents or Master of the High Court registration
  • Certified ID copies of company members and shareholders
  • CSD summary report or MAAA number
  • Completed and signed Integrity Pact document

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will undergo a rigorous two-stage evaluation process. Bidders must first achieve a minimum functionality threshold of 70 out of 100 points, based on company experience, key personnel qualifications, and environmental quality assurance methodologies. Qualifying bids will then be adjudicated using the applicable preference point system (80/20 or 90/10), balancing price competitiveness with specific transformation goals.

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Submission Guidelines and Documents

Completed bid documents must be placed in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the tender number (DRT 09/09/2026) and the project description. Envelopes must be deposited in the designated tender box at the Ground Floor, Life Centre Building, 45 Commissioner Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2107. The strict closing time is 11:00 on Friday, 06 November 2026. Late, faxed, or emailed submissions will not be accepted. For technical enquiries, contact Supply Chain Management at 011-355-7437 or SCMBIDADMIN.SCMBIDADMIN@gauteng.gov.za.

Prospective bidders can access the complete tender documentation free of charge via the official National Treasury eTender portal:

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