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Cleaning Services Tenders in South Africa

Find cleaning services tenders in South Africa. Search for janitorial contracts, office cleaning RFQs, and facility maintenance services from government.

Average Tender Values
R200,000 - R3+ million annually (depending on facility size)

Industry Overview

Cleaning services tenders cover daily office cleaning, specialized cleaning (hospitals, labs), window cleaning, carpet cleaning, and waste management. Government buildings, schools, hospitals, and public facilities require regular professional cleaning. Contracts are typically 12-36 months with performance-based renewals. The sector is labor-intensive and requires adherence to occupational health and safety standards.

Common Tender Types

  • ✓Daily Office Cleaning Services
  • ✓Hospital & Healthcare Facility Cleaning
  • ✓School & Educational Facility Cleaning
  • ✓Window Cleaning (high-rise and regular)
  • ✓Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
  • ✓Specialized Laboratory Cleaning
  • ✓Waste Management & Removal
  • ✓Floor Maintenance & Polishing
  • ✓Restroom Sanitation Services
  • ✓Post-Construction Cleaning
  • ✓Deep Cleaning & Disinfection
  • ✓Green Cleaning Services

Common Buyers & Departments

  • •Department of Public Works (government offices)
  • •Department of Health (hospitals, clinics)
  • •Department of Education (schools)
  • •Metropolitan and Local Municipalities (civic centers)
  • •Provincial Legislatures
  • •Courts and Magistrate Offices
  • •Libraries and Community Centers
  • •Government Departments (various)
  • •Universities and TVET Colleges
  • •SAPS Stations

Cleaning Services Requirements

✓Company registration and tax clearance
✓B-BBEE certificate
✓Public liability insurance
✓Occupational Health & Safety compliance
✓SABS or ISO certifications (ISO 9001 advantageous)
✓Staff training certificates
✓Cleaning equipment and supplies
✓Supervision and quality control systems
✓Labor compliance (minimum wages, UIF, etc.)
✓References from previous clients
✓Green/eco-friendly products (increasingly required)

Key Considerations

⚠Labor compliance and fair wages critical
⚠Quality control and supervision structures
⚠Staff vetting and background checks
⚠Cleaning schedules and frequency specified
⚠Products and equipment standards
⚠Health and safety training for staff
⚠Environmental and green cleaning requirements
⚠Performance KPIs and penalty clauses
⚠Replacement staff during leave or illness
⚠Uniforms and protective equipment

Current Cleaning Services Tenders

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Tips for Success

💡Demonstrate compliance with labor laws and fair wages
💡Highlight quality control and inspection systems
💡Showcase training programs for cleaning staff
💡Competitive pricing with sustainable margins
💡Use of eco-friendly, approved cleaning products
💡Strong supervision and management structures
💡References from government or large institutions
💡Emergency cleaning and rapid response capability
💡Technology use (inspection apps, reporting systems)
💡Emphasis on consistency and reliability

BEE & Empowerment Opportunities in Cleaning Services

Find cleaning services tenders with BEE preferential points, set-aside opportunities for SMMEs, and empowerment-focused procurement.

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Level 1-4 BEE Preferred
Tenders with preferential points for high BEE contributors
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SMME Set-Asides
Opportunities reserved exclusively for small businesses
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Women-Owned Business Preferences
Additional points for women-owned enterprises
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Youth-Owned Business Opportunities
Special consideration for youth entrepreneurs
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