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Summary
The department of public works in kwazulu-natal requires the supply and delivery of protective clothing for its logistics services, including jackets, shirts, trousers, shoes, boots, socks, belts, gloves, raincoats, and embroidered items with the department logo. Bidders must submit firm prices on the official pricing schedule, valid for 90 days, and the contract will be awarded using the 80/20 preference point system, with 20 points available for specific goals (black ownership and disability ownership). The most consequential consideration is that bidders must be registered on the central supplier database (csd) at closing time and submit all required compliance documents, as failure leads to immediate disqualification.
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Description
Source: Bid doc 4.doc (unknown)
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technical scope
19 sourced criteria
financial capacity
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pricing
4 sourced criteria
compliance returnables
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evaluation
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experience
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personnel
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delivery contract
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equity registrations
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What the buyer was looking for
1Inferred operational need
Closing date and time: 09 October 2026 at 11:00; submit a sealed envelope to the bid box at Department of Public Works, Midlands Regional Office, No. 40 Shepstone Road, Ladysmith, 3370. Late, telephonic, telegraphic, telex, facsimile, email and post-dated bids will not be accepted.
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
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Bid-ready summary
The department requires the supply and delivery of protective clothing for its logistics services. The scope covers a range of clothing items and accessories as listed in the pricing schedule, including jackets, t-shirts, trousers, shoes, boots, coats, socks, belts, gloves, and embroidery of the department logo and official names.
Important Dates
Source: Bid doc 4.doc (unknown)
Closing date: 09 October 2026 at 11:00.
No briefing session will be conducted for this bid.
Alternative technical contact (from pricing schedule):
Contact: Ms D Hlongwane
Telephone: 036 638 8000
Submission address:
Department of Public Works
Midlands Regional Office
No. 40 Shepstone Road
Ladysmith, 3370
Submission Guidelines
Source: Bid doc 4.doc (unknown)
Submission method: sealed envelope deposited in the bid box at the Department of Public Works, Midlands Regional Office, No. 40 Shepstone Road, Ladysmith, 3370. The envelope must show the bidder's name and address, the bid number (ZNQ012/2026) and the closing date. Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not retyped), with original signatures on any photocopies. Each page must be initialled. Alterations must be initialled; correcting fluid is prohibited. Bids must not be included in packages containing samples. Late, telephonic, telegraphic, telex, facsimile, email and post-dated bids will not be accepted. Bids will be opened in public after closing.
Returnable documents (all must be completed and signed):
SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid): signed as the offer cover page with bidder details.
SBD 3.1 (Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices): completed with firm prices, valid for 90 days from closing date.
SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure): declares any employment by an organ of state, relationships with the procuring institution, and all CSD-registered companies linked to directors. Failure to disclose all such companies leads to disqualification.
SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form): claims specific goal points, with documentary proof.
SBD 7 (Contract Form): to be signed by the successful bidder.
Authority to sign (e.g. company resolution) must be submitted.
Proof of CSD registration and tax compliance (TCS PIN or CSD number).
B-BBEE verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) to qualify for preference points.
Documentary proof for specific goals: sworn affidavit for Black ownership; medical certificate and ID copy for disability ownership.
Compliance with bid regulations, including CSD registration and other prescripts.
Failure to meet this phase leads to immediate disqualification.
Bidders not registered on the CSD at closing time are disqualified.
Phase 2 – Preference points (80/20 system):
Price: 80 points.
Specific goals: 20 points total.
Ownership by Black People: 10 points. Proof: sworn affidavit signed and dated by a Commissioner of Oaths.
Ownership by People living with Disabilities: 10 points. Proof: original or certified copy of a medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner, plus certified copy of ID document.
The department reserves the right not to award to the lowest bidder.
Technical Specifications
Source: Bid doc 4.doc (unknown)
Supply and delivery of protective clothing for logistics services. The pricing schedule lists the following items (quantities in brackets):
Softshell jacket navy, size L (2 units)
Men's golf t-shirts navy long sleeve, sizes M and L (4 units total, 2 each)
Men's golf t-shirts blue short sleeve, sizes M and L (4 units total, 2 each)
Trousers navy 100% cotton chinos, sizes 34 and 36 (4 units total, 2 each)
Shoes black Parabellum formal office shoes, size 7 (1 pair)
Maluti boots size 3 (1 pair)
Caterpillar low shoes size 8 (1 pair)
Women's golf t-shirts long sleeve, small (1 unit)
Women's golf t-shirts short sleeve, small (1 unit)
Dust coat blue, size 36 (1 unit)
Rain coat extra strength navy, one size fit all (3 units)
Male anklet socks black, size 8 (8 pairs)
Female socks black, size 5 (4 pairs)
Leather belt black (2 units)
Gloves nitrile green, one size fit all (100 units)
Embroidery with department logo on the right-hand side and name of official (13 units)
All delivery costs must be included in the bid price. Delivery basis and period to be stated. The offer must comply with the attached specification; deviations must be indicated.
Financial Requirements
Source: Bid doc 4.doc (unknown)
Pricing must be on SBD 3.1 (firm prices). Only firm prices will be accepted; non-firm prices (including those subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered. The bid price must include VAT at 15% and all applicable taxes. The offer must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date. A separate pricing schedule is required for each delivery point if pricing differs.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Bid doc 4.doc (unknown)
CSD registration: mandatory for all suppliers of goods/services to the State. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database at closing time; failure leads to disqualification. Bidders must declare that CSD information is correct and up to date.
Tax compliance: bidders must submit their SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN, or a printed TCS certificate, or a CSD number if no TCS PIN is available. For consortia, joint ventures or sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
B-BBEE: a valid B-BBEE status level verification certificate, or a sworn affidavit for EMEs and QSEs, must be submitted to qualify for preference points.
State employment: bids will not be considered from persons in the service of the state, companies with directors who are state employees, or close corporations with members who are state employees.
Restricted suppliers: any person listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers is automatically disqualified.
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.
2Inferred operational need
No briefing session will be conducted for this bid.
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
The linked award records THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
3Inferred operational need
Bids will not be considered from persons in the service of the state, companies with directors who are state employees, or close corporations with members who are state employees. Any bidder on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers is automatically disqualified.
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
The linked award records THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
4Inferred operational need
Softshell jacket navy, size L (2 units)
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
20Mandatory requirement
Pricing must be on SBD 3.1 (firm prices). Only firm prices will be accepted; non-firm prices (including those subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered. The bid price must include VAT at 15% and all applicable taxes. The offer must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date. A separate pricing schedule is required for each delivery point if pricing differs.
Threshold: 90 days
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
21Mandatory requirement
Pricing: complete SBD 3.1 with firm prices only; non-firm prices will not be considered. Bid price must include VAT at 15% and all applicable taxes, and the offer must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date. All delivery costs must be included.
Threshold: 90 days
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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
The department requires the supply and delivery of protective clothing for its logistics services. The scope covers a range of clothing items and accessories as listed in the pricing schedule, including jackets, t-shirts, trousers, shoes, boots, coats, socks, belts, gloves, and embroidery of the department logo and official names.
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.
The linked award records THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
25Mandatory requirement
CSD registration is mandatory; bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database at closing time or they will be disqualified. Submit proof of CSD registration and a declaration that CSD information is correct and up to date.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
26Mandatory requirement
Tax compliance: submit a SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN, a printed TCS certificate, or a CSD number. For consortia, joint ventures or sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
27Mandatory requirement
Returnable documents: complete and sign SBD 1, SBD 3.1, SBD 4 (disclose all CSD-registered companies linked to directors), SBD 6.1, and provide proof of authority to sign (e.g. company resolution). Bids must be on official forms, each page initialled, alterations initialled, and no correcting fluid.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
28Mandatory requirement
Submission method: sealed envelope deposited in the bid box at the Department of Public Works, Midlands Regional Office, No. 40 Shepstone Road, Ladysmith, 3370. The envelope must show the bidder's name and address, the bid number (ZNQ012/2026) and the closing date. Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not retyped), with original signatures on any photocopies. Each page must be initialled. Alterations must be initialled; correcting fluid is prohibited. Bids must not be included in packages containing samples. Late, telephonic, telegraphic, telex, facsimile, email and post-dated bids will not be accepted. Bids will be opened in public after closing.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
31Inferred operational need
SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure): declares any employment by an organ of state, relationships with the procuring institution, and all CSD-registered companies linked to directors. Failure to disclose all such companies leads to disqualification.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
35Mandatory requirement
CSD registration: mandatory for all suppliers of goods/services to the State. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database at closing time; failure leads to disqualification. Bidders must declare that CSD information is correct and up to date.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
36Mandatory requirement
Tax compliance: bidders must submit their SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN, or a printed TCS certificate, or a CSD number if no TCS PIN is available. For consortia, joint ventures or sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
37Inferred operational need
State employment: bids will not be considered from persons in the service of the state, companies with directors who are state employees, or close corporations with members who are state employees.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
50Scored criterion
Ownership by People living with Disabilities: 10 points. Proof: original or certified copy of a medical certificate from a registered medical practitioner, plus certified copy of ID document.
Threshold: 10 points
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.
The linked award records THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
53Mandatory requirement
All delivery costs must be included in the bid price. Delivery basis and period to be stated. The offer must comply with the attached specification; deviations must be indicated.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
54Inferred operational need
B-BBEE: submit a valid B-BBEE status level verification certificate, or a sworn affidavit for EMEs and QSEs, to qualify for preference points. Specific goals: 10 points for Black ownership (sworn affidavit signed by Commissioner of Oaths) and 10 points for ownership by people living with disabilities (original or certified medical certificate plus certified ID copy).
Threshold: 10 points
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
The linked award records THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
55Inferred operational need
B-BBEE verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) to qualify for preference points.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
56Mandatory requirement
B-BBEE: a valid B-BBEE status level verification certificate, or a sworn affidavit for EMEs and QSEs, must be submitted to qualify for preference points.
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 THUMAN CONSTRUCTION N PROJECTS as appointed for this tender.
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.
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