The Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure
(1)
(a) The Board of Trustees on the 26 August 2022, resolved to approve the provision of security for the Acting Chief Executive Officer (ACEO).
(b) The procurement process was undertaken through the IDT’s SCM processes allowing for urgency and a single source bid.
(2) The approval was granted based on the ACEO’s report tabled to the Board on 26 August 2022. The CEO reported that the Hawks were conducting a risk assessment and the Board directed that the risk assessment by the by the relevant law enforcement agencies should be comprehensive in context so that it is treated with the seriousness it deserves.
(3) Yes, the need for continued security services will be reviewed as and when necessary. The Board will assess the security services at the Board meeting of 31 May 2023.
(4)
(a) Duration of contract: 1 year starting from 01 November 2022.
(b) Expenditure to date is R855 600.00