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Summary
This tender, issued by the passenger rail agency of south africa (PRASA), seeks the supply of ticket materials including itix ticket rolls, pitix (portable) ticket rolls, and thermal ribbons for use in rail ticketing systems. Suppliers must meet strict technical, security, and quality specifications to ensure compatibility with prasaβs printing and ticket-issuing equipment.
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Award analysis coverage
0 of 2 source documents fully reviewed. Unstated details are identified only after complete source review.
technical scope
32 sourced criteria
financial capacity
8 sourced criteria
pricing
Source analysis requires completion or review
compliance returnables
10 sourced criteria
evaluation
13 sourced criteria
experience
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personnel
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equipment capacity
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delivery contract
3 sourced criteria
equity registrations
4 sourced criteria
What the buyer was looking for
1Inferred operational need
ITix Ticket Material:
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 ZAR.
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Evaluation Criteria
Source: Ticket Material Specification PR10370666.pdf
Eligibility and evaluation guidance (document-derived):
Must have manufacturing capability for thermal ticket materials (ITix, Pitix, and thermal ribbons).
Must meet PRASAβs security printing requirements, including security backgrounds (e.g., "PRASA" at 45Β° angle, unique colours like neon/metallic inks).
Must supply all three product categories: ITix ticket material, Pitix (portable) ticket material, and thermal ribbons.
Must have quality control systems to ensure consistent material performance (e.g., defect-free base material, durability, print longevity).
Must propose security background colours that impede photocopying or electronic scanning.
Technical Specifications
Source: Ticket Material Specification PR10370666.pdf
ITix Ticket Material:
Construction: Single or multi-layer; layers must not separate under normal use.
Both sides must accept printed information; pre-printed info/background allowed.
Supplied in continuous rolls (no joints/splices) on a central circular core (cardboard, 76mm inner diameter, 5mm thickness, 86mm external diameter, 86.5mm width).
Wound clockwise (printing surface outward) with 3mm black line every 54mm.
Base material: Free of holes, conductive particles, dust, chemicals, slime spots, joints, cracks, burrs, translucent areas, wrinkles, or creases. Must not cause injury or machine wear.
Static-treated, magnetically neutral, cleanly cuttable without dust/burring.
Printing surface: High resolution (6 dots/mm), absorbent for thermal ink, dimensionally stable, non-smearing, durable (5+ weeks without fading).
Security: Background printing ("PRASA" at 45Β°, official font, non-repeating alignment). Supplier must suggest colours (e.g., neon/metallic) to prevent photocopying/scanning. Additional features: metallic/coin-reactive/fluorescent inks, Oyster Covert ink.
Reverse side: PRASA conditions of sale (provided by PRASA), short messages, and 35mm x 25mm colour advert space.
Regional name and roll number printed at 90Β° on right side; each roll uniquely numbered (e.g., CWN 99999).
Packing: Rolls upright, individually shrink-wrapped (moisture-proof), 3 rolls per corrugated carton. Labels: contents, material type/colour, batch/order number, "For ITix".
Deadline: Quotation must be fully completed, labelled, and reach the address by the closing date and time. Late submissions will not be considered.
Required format: Submit on official forms provided (do not re-type). Follow the prescribed manner in the bid document.
Envelope: Bids must be enclosed in a sealed envelope.
Returnable documents: Mandatory returnable documents must be submitted by the closing date. Failure to do so may disqualify your bid.
Disqualification risks: Submitting to an incorrect address, emailing the quotation, or canvassing SCM officers/employees during the evaluation period.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Latest RFQ Document PR 10370666 - Ticket Material Request for Quotation.pdf
Evaluation stages:
Stage 1A: Mandatory Requirements (automatic disqualification if not met). Includes CIDB grading (if applicable) and Bid Bond (if applicable).
Stage 1B: Other Mandatory Requirements (3-day grace period to submit missing documents). Includes COIDA Letter of Good Standing, valid SARS PIN, completion of all RFQ documentation, CSD registration number, and Joint Venture/Consortium Agreements (if applicable).
Stage 2: Technical/Functional Requirements (minimum threshold: 60%). Criteria: Organizational Experience (40 points), Qualifications and Experience of Key Personnel (30 points), Project Approach and Methodology (30 points).
Stage 3: Price (80 points) and Specific Goals (20 points). Uses 80/20 Preference Point System.
Specific Goals: Points allocated for Black Women Owned (4), EME/QSE 51% Black Owned (4), 51% Black Owned (4), B-BBEE (4), Black Youth Owned (4). Supporting documentation required (e.g., B-BBEE certificates, affidavits, ID copies).
Administrative Responsiveness: Bids must be complete, with all returnable documents, certificates, and formalities. Incomplete bids will be disqualified.
Objective Criteria: PRASA may award to a lower-scoring bidder based on track record, spreading awards, or avoiding concentration of contracts.
Technical Specifications
Source: Latest RFQ Document PR 10370666 - Ticket Material Request for Quotation.pdf
Scope: Purchase of ticket materials (Pitix, Itix, and Itix thermal ribbons).
Deliverables: Must adhere to attached ticket specifications and delivery instructions.
Delivery: Suppliers must offer their earliest possible delivery period. Delivery will be within a specified number of working days from the date of order (to be completed by the service provider).
Financial Requirements
Source: Latest RFQ Document PR 10370666 - Ticket Material Request for Quotation.pdf
Pricing: Quoted in South African Rand (ZAR), inclusive of all applicable taxes, on a fixed price basis.
Pricing Schedule: Must complete the attached schedule strictly. Deviations may result in disqualification.
Cost Breakdown: Must be provided. Include price escalation basis and formula if applicable.
Discounts: Unconditional discounts will only be considered in the final evaluation stage.
Payment Terms: PRASA pays within 30 days of receipt of a correct tax invoice.
Bid Bond: May be required from a South African Bank (check applicability).
Market-Related Pricing: PRASA may negotiate market-related prices with top-scoring bidders if the quoted price is not deemed market-related.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Latest RFQ Document PR 10370666 - Ticket Material Request for Quotation.pdf
Tax Compliance: Submit SARS Personal Identification Number (PIN) or Tax Compliance Status (TCS) certificate. If registered on CSD, provide CSD number. Consortia/JVs must submit separate TCS certificates/PINs/CSD numbers for each party.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Mandatory registration for local suppliers. Foreign suppliers without a local entity are exempt.
B-BBEE: Points allocated for specific goals (Black Women Owned, EME/QSE 51% Black Owned, 51% Black Owned, B-BBEE, Black Youth Owned). Submit supporting documents (B-BBEE certificates, affidavits, CIPC documents, ID copies).
CIDB Grading: Proof may be required (check applicability).
COIDA: Letter of Good Standing may be required (check applicability).
Declarations: Complete all SBD forms (SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1). Disclose relationships with Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) or Prominent Influential Persons (PIPs). Confirm no conflicts of interest (e.g., state employment).
Foreign Suppliers: Must disclose tax residency, branch/permanent establishment in RSA, or income sources in RSA. If no local presence, justify tax status.
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.
2Mandatory requirement
Construction: Single or multi-layer; layers must not separate under normal use.
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
4Inferred operational need
Supplied in continuous rolls (no joints/splices) on a central circular core (cardboard, 76mm inner diameter, 5mm thickness, 86mm external diameter, 86.5mm width).
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
8Mandatory requirement
Base material: Free of holes, conductive particles, dust, chemicals, slime spots, joints, cracks, burrs, translucent areas, wrinkles, or creases. Must not cause injury or machine wear.
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
33Scored criterion
Must supply all three product categories: ITix ticket material, Pitix portable ticket material, and thermal ribbons. | Must meet precise physical and material specifications (e.g., dimensions, thickness, weight, thermal coating standards). | Must incorporate security features such as background printing (e.g., "PRASA" at 45Β° angle), unique colours (neon/metallic inks), and anti-counterfeiting measures (e.g., fluorescent, coin-reactive inks). | Must ensure print durability (5+ weeks without fading) and resistance to heat, rubbing, solvents, and smudging. | Must provide quality control systems to guarantee defect-free materials and consistent performance. | Must comply with packing and labelling requirements, including moisture-proof shrink-wrapping and clear carton markings. | Must propose security background colours that prevent photocopying or electronic scanning.
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 Β· requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
34Inferred operational need
Pricing: Quoted in South African Rand (ZAR), inclusive of all applicable taxes, on a fixed price basis.
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
46Mandatory requirement
Tax Compliance: Submit SARS Personal Identification Number (PIN) or Tax Compliance Status (TCS) certificate. If registered on CSD, provide CSD number. Consortia/JVs must submit separate TCS certificates/PINs/CSD numbers for each party.
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
49Inferred operational need
Declarations: Complete all SBD forms (SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1). Disclose relationships with Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) or Prominent Influential Persons (PIPs). Confirm no conflicts of interest (e.g., state employment).
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
50Mandatory requirement
Foreign Suppliers: Must disclose tax residency, branch/permanent establishment in RSA, or income sources in RSA. If no local presence, justify tax status.
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
53Scored criterion
Must meet PRASAβs security printing requirements, including security backgrounds (e.g., "PRASA" at 45Β° angle, unique colours like neon/metallic inks).
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
59Mandatory requirementConflicting classification
Stage 1B: Other Mandatory Requirements (3-day grace period to submit missing documents). Includes COIDA Letter of Good Standing, valid SARS PIN, completion of all RFQ documentation, CSD registration number, and Joint Venture/Consortium Agreements (if applicable).
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
62Scored criterion
Administrative Responsiveness: Bids must be complete, with all returnable documents, certificates, and formalities. Incomplete bids will be disqualified.
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
66Mandatory requirement
Delivery: Suppliers must offer their earliest possible delivery period. Delivery will be within a specified number of working days from the date of order (to be completed by the service provider).
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Conflicting evidence
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
Relevant records disagree; review the cited sources and dates.
68Scored criterion
Specific Goals: Points allocated for Black Women Owned (4), EME/QSE 51% Black Owned (4), 51% Black Owned (4), B-BBEE (4), Black Youth Owned (4). Supporting documentation required (e.g., B-BBEE certificates, affidavits, ID copies).
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
69Inferred operational need
B-BBEE: Points allocated for specific goals (Black Women Owned, EME/QSE 51% Black Owned, 51% Black Owned, B-BBEE, Black Youth Owned). Submit supporting documents (B-BBEE certificates, affidavits, CIPC documents, ID copies).
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 AMANGWEVU CONSULTING as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 4778951.5 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.
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