Development of community-based solutions using earth observation and other space technologies

Fixed pricing for 12 months, including all costs (travel, accommodation). Offer valid for 120 days from closing date.

Threshold: 12 months

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Submit electronically via the National Treasury eTender Portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/). Steps: 1) Search for tender EO/017/06/2026 under South African National Space Agency. 2) Expand tender details and start e-submission. 3) Log in using CSD credentials (contact [email protected] for login issues). 4) Select supplier, check submission checklist, and attach compulsory documents. 5) Confirm and proceed. Bids must be submitted on original forms (do not re-type or convert from PDF). Late submissions are not accepted. Submit at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues. For portal issues, contact eTenders Contact Centre: +27(0)12 406 9222 / 012 406-9229 / 012 312-5000 or [email protected]. Required returnable documents: SBD1 (Bidder’s Information), Certificate of Authority of Signatory, SBD4 (Bidder’s Disclosure), SBD6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), SCC, GCC, fully completed and signed Bid Document, proof of company registration, CSD Registration Summary. Pricing Schedule and Offer portion of Form of Offer and Acceptance must be submitted in a separate sealed envelope (clearly marked with company name, bid name, and number).

Threshold: at least one day before closing to avoid technical issues

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Submit proposals electronically via the National Treasury eTender Portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/) by 03 July 2026 at 11:00. No physical submissions accepted.

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Compliance requirements: Provide Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number, CSD Registration Summary, proof of company registration, and complete SBD forms (SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1).

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Evaluation: Two-stage process—functionality (minimum 80 points to qualify) followed by 80/20 preference points (80 for price, 20 for specific goals).

Threshold: minimum 80 points to qualify) followed by 80/20 preference points (8

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Develop community-based solutions using Earth Observation (EO) and other space technologies to address socioeconomic, climate, and environmental challenges. Objectives: co-develop EO/space-based solutions for community challenges, improve municipal planning via community-validated spatial information, and strengthen spatial data reliability through community-driven collection/validation. Expected activities: develop high-impact geospatial products/services (outputs on dashboards/online platforms), collaborate with stakeholders (decision-makers, municipalities, traditional leaders, community members), and conduct capacity building/knowledge transfer. Target groups: South African start-ups, MSMEs, NPCs/NGOs in environmental monitoring, geospatial analysis, data science, remote sensing, or community development. Technical proposal requirements (minimum 6 A4 pages): 1) Project title and summary (objectives, impact). 2) Innovation and technical approach (methodologies, technologies, EO data, alignment with objectives). 3) Implementation plan (phases, timelines, milestones, dependencies, risks, mitigation). 4) Community engagement and impact. 5) Project team and expertise (qualifications, experience, partnerships). 6) Budget and funding needs (breakdown, justification). Eligibility: Must include a detailed proposal and at least one team member with GIS or Remote Sensing qualification (attach CV).

Threshold: minimum 6 A4 pages): 1) Project title and summary (objectives

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Technical proposal must be at least 6 A4 pages, covering project title, innovation approach, implementation plan, community engagement, team expertise, and budget.

Threshold: at least 6 A4 pages

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Mandatory eligibility: Include a detailed proposal and attach a CV for at least one team member with GIS or Remote Sensing qualifications.

Threshold: at least one team member with GIS or Remote Sensing qualifications

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B-BBEE preference points: 51% black-owned (10 pts), 40% black women-owned (6 pts), 51% black youth-owned (4 pts). Proof of ownership (e.g., CSD report, CIPC registration, B-BBEE certificate) is required.

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Evaluation follows a two-stage process: 1) Functionality (quality) assessment with a minimum threshold of 80 points. Bids scoring below 80 points are disqualified. 2) Qualifying bids are evaluated using the 80/20 preference point system: 80 points for price (lowest acceptable tender scores highest) and 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals and points: 51% black-owned (10 points), 40% black women-owned (6 points), 51% owned by black youth (4 points). Proof of ownership (e.g., CSD report, CIPC registration, ID copies, share certificates, B-BBEE certificate/sworn affidavit) must be submitted to claim points. Bidders listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers are disqualified. Bids from state employees or entities with state-employed directors/members are disqualified.

Threshold: minimum threshold of 80 points

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Tax Compliance: Submit Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN (via SARS e-filing at www.sars.gov.za) or printed TCS certificate. If no TCS PIN, provide CSD number. Consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors must each submit separate TCS PIN/CSD number. No bids accepted from persons in state service or entities with directors/members in state service. B-BBEE: Preference points for specific goals (51% black owned: 10 points; 40% black women owned: 6 points; 51% black youth owned: 4 points). Proof required: CSD Report, CIPC registration, ID copies, share certificates/register (if applicable), B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit. CSD Registration: Mandatory (CSD Supplier Number/MA Number required). Bidder’s Disclosure (SBD4): Declare any state employment, relationships with procuring institution staff, or interests in related enterprises. Failure to comply with any compliance requirement may result in disqualification.

Threshold: 10 points

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