What the tender required and what the award supports
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Summary
The electoral commission (iec) seeks to procure 5,000 flat-pack cardboard furniture packs (1 table + 2 chairs each) for use at voting stations during elections. Suppliers must provide recyclable, double-walled cardboard furniture that meets strict dimensional, weight, and stability specifications, with delivery to iec warehouses by 28 august 2026.
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Award analysis coverage
0 of 1 source documents fully reviewed. Unstated details are identified only after complete source review.
technical scope
24 sourced criteria
financial capacity
4 sourced criteria
pricing
Source analysis requires completion or review
compliance returnables
17 sourced criteria
evaluation
16 sourced criteria
experience
Source analysis requires completion or review
personnel
Source analysis requires completion or review
equipment capacity
1 sourced criteria
delivery contract
3 sourced criteria
equity registrations
3 sourced criteria
What the buyer was looking for
1Mandatory requirement
Must be registered on the IEC eProcurement system (https://votaquotes.elections.org.za) and National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3247532 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
An award confirms appointment. It does not prove why a supplier was selected, that every qualification remains current, or that delivery was completed successfully.
Bid-ready summary. The submission guidelines, evaluation criteria, technical, financial, and compliance sections are refined into professional, easy-to-scan prose. This is the final version you can rely on when preparing your bid or briefing your team.
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Submit your bid online via the IEC eProcurement system (https://votaquotes.elections.org.za). You must be registered and approved on this system to place a bid.
Closing date/time: As stipulated on the eProcurement system. This is the deadline for online bids, physical sample submission, and written proposal.
Mandatory submissions: One full-size sample (1 table + 2 chairs in a protective box) and a written proposal. Both must conform to technical specifications and demonstrate printing capability.
Label samples clearly with your bidder name and tender number (0010567530). Unmarked samples risk disqualification.
Late submissions (online bid, sample, or proposal) will not be accepted. No reminders will be sent.
Samples will not be returned after evaluation.
All enquiries must be submitted exclusively via the VotaQuotes platform (www.votaquotes.elections.org.za). No telephonic, email, or other communication methods are accepted.
Form: Supplied flat-packed for easy assembly. Assembly must require no tools or additional materials (e.g., tape). Clear assembly instructions/diagrams must be printed on each item.
Table requirements:
Robust, stable, functional. Accommodates two persons side-by-side with ~650mm leg space under the table.
Working surface: Height 750mm (±10mm), area 1200mm x 600mm (±10mm).
Must sustain 75kg total weight without deflecting; 15kg static load at any corner without deforming.
Must withstand reasonable sideways loading (e.g., person standing up).
Designed for normal use over at least 5 days.
Chair requirements:
Robust, stable, functional, with a backrest (not a stool).
Must sustain 120kg live weight without distorting; remain functional over 5 days of use, including repeated lifting/moving.
Ergonomically compatible with the table.
Printing: Exterior panels in white with IEC blue printing (3-colour, including IEC logo). Printing covers ~1/3 of surface area (excluding horizontal working surfaces). Final artwork provided by IEC upon order. Universal recycling symbol (30mm x 30mm ±2mm) must be printed.
Packaging for delivery:
Each pack (1 table + 2 chairs) in a protective cardboard box with ≥2 supportive strappings. Box labelled with provider name and 'PACK OF 1 TABLE AND 2 CHAIRS'.
Packs bundled, stacked on 1000mm x 1200mm four-way single-sided pallets, strapped. Max stack height: 1500mm; max weight: 500kg per pallet.
Pallets labelled with green A4 label (contents, quantities, weight, provider details), then plastic-wrapped and strapped to prevent shifting.
Delivery: To IEC provincial warehouses (addresses in Section 18). No third-party deliveries. Partial deliveries require prior IEC approval. Late deliveries rejected.
Pricing unit: One (1) pack = 1 table + 2 chairs. Bid price must be for this unit.
Inclusions: Price must include VAT, all production costs, packaging (pallets become IEC property), and delivery to all specified IEC warehouses.
Bidding errors: Erroneous low bids (e.g., unit price instead of total, missing zeros) cannot be corrected. Verify calculations carefully.
Payment terms: Payment within 30 days of receipt of valid tax invoice and signed delivery notes, after successful delivery and acceptance. No payment before delivery or without required documentation.
National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration (no bid accepted without this).
Tax compliance (verified via National Treasury; non-compliance at award stage = disqualification).
IEC eProcurement system registration (https://votaquotes.elections.org.za).
B-BBEE: 80/20 Preference Point System applies. Submit supporting documents to claim points (Level 1: 20, Level 2: 18, ..., Level 8: 2; non-compliant: 0).
Legal/ethical:
Not an employee of the state (unless permitted).
Not listed as a tender defaulter or restricted supplier (checked against National Treasury registers).
SBD4 form must be submitted, certifying no transgressions of Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act or Competition Act.
Industry requirements:
Established operator in cardboard furniture industry with control over design/production.
Subcontracting discouraged; if proposed, requires formal written agreement and IEC approval. Bidder must demonstrate capacity to execute the contract.
Due diligence: Successful bidders may undergo audits and site inspections before contract award.
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
2Inferred operational need
Submit a full-size sample (1 table + 2 chairs in a protective box) and written proposal by the closing date/time on the eProcurement system.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
3Mandatory requirement
Furniture must be flat-packed, made of recyclable double-walled white-faced cardboard (1,050gsm), with assembly instructions printed on each item.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
4Scored criterion
Table must support 75kg total weight, accommodate two people, and meet dimensions: 750mm height (±10mm), 1200mm x 600mm surface (±10mm).
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
5Mandatory requirement
Chair must support 120kg, include a backrest, and meet dimensions: 450mm seat height (±10mm), 400mm x 400mm seat area (±10mm), 900mm backrest height (±10mm).
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3247532 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
6Mandatory requirement
Packaging must include protective boxes, pallet strapping, and green A4 labels with provider details. Deliver 5,000 packs to IEC warehouses by 28 August 2026.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
7Inferred operational need
Product: One pack = 1 cardboard table + 2 cardboard chairs. Total quantity: 5,000 packs.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
9Mandatory requirement
Form: Supplied flat-packed for easy assembly. Assembly must require no tools or additional materials (e.g., tape). Clear assembly instructions/diagrams must be printed on each item.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
21Mandatory requirement
Printing: Exterior panels in white with IEC blue printing (3-colour, including IEC logo). Printing covers ~1/3 of surface area (excluding horizontal working surfaces). Final artwork provided by IEC upon order. Universal recycling symbol (30mm x 30mm ±2mm) must be printed.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3247532 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
22Inferred operational need
Each pack (1 table + 2 chairs) in a protective cardboard box with ≥2 supportive strappings. Box labelled with provider name and 'PACK OF 1 TABLE AND 2 CHAIRS'.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3247532 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
28Inferred operational need
Payment terms: Payment within 30 days of receipt of valid tax invoice and signed delivery notes, after successful delivery and acceptance. No payment before delivery or without required documentation.
Threshold: 30 days
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3247532 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
29Mandatory requirement
Submit your bid online via the IEC eProcurement system (https://votaquotes.elections.org.za). You must be registered and approved on this system to place a bid.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3247532 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
31Mandatory requirement
Mandatory submissions: One full-size sample (1 table + 2 chairs in a protective box) and a written proposal. Both must conform to technical specifications and demonstrate printing capability.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records CORRUSEAL CORRUGATED KZN as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3247532 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
34Mandatory requirement
All enquiries must be submitted exclusively via the VotaQuotes platform (www.votaquotes.elections.org.za). No telephonic, email, or other communication methods are accepted.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.