Cape Metropole: Pest Control Two Year Contract – Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this contract is to secure a consistent, compliant, and cost-efficient pest management service across the Cape Metropole municipality. The contract aims to safeguard public health, preserve municipal infrastructure, and maintain hygienic conditions in public and institutional spaces through proactive monitoring, targeted interventions, and continuous improvement over a fixed two-year term.

Scope of Work

The scope covers end-to-end pest control operations for municipal assets and public environments, including:

• Scheduled inspections and preventive treatments for rodents, cockroaches, flies, mosquitoes, and other urban pests
• Rapid-response interventions for reported infestations in municipal buildings, parks, drainage systems, and waste facilities
• Habitat modification, exclusion works, and sanitation recommendations to reduce pest breeding grounds
• Regular compilation of service logs, pest activity trends, and corrective action reports
• Coordination with relevant municipal departments to align service delivery with operational calendars and emergency protocols

Technical Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate capacity to meet stringent technical and regulatory standards, including:

• Use of chemicals registered with the South African Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, and compliant with SABS guidelines
• Implementation of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) frameworks to prioritise non-chemical controls
• GPS-tracked service fleets and digital job-management systems for real-time dispatch and verification
• Maintenance of calibrated application equipment with documented calibration and servicing records
• Full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including provision of appropriate PPE and safe handling procedures
• Submission of monthly performance dashboards, chemical usage registers, and audit-ready documentation

Skills and Personnel Requirements

The contractor must deploy adequately qualified and supervised staff, including:

• Pest control operators registered with SAPCA or equivalent recognised bodies
• Certified pesticide applicators holding valid competency credentials
• A dedicated contract manager with demonstrated experience in municipal service delivery and SLA compliance
• Field technicians trained in species identification, safe chemical application, and record-keeping
• Administrative and data-handling personnel to manage reporting, client liaison, and compliance tracking

Explanation of Key Terms

Integrated Pest Management (IPM): A systematic, environmentally conscious approach that relies on monitoring, prevention, and mechanical/biological controls before considering chemical treatments. Pesticides are applied selectively, in minimal quantities, and only when necessary to meet established thresholds.

Two-Year Performance-Based Contract: A fixed-term agreement where service quality, response times, and compliance metrics are continuously measured. Payment structures and contract continuity are tied to verified performance outcomes, with defined remedies for underperformance and mechanisms for periodic review.

Note: Comprehensive pricing schedules, evaluation matrices, legal terms, and annexures are detailed in the official tender package released by the procuring authority.