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South african tourism requires a 360 integrated marketing and communication agency to promote south africa as a leisure tourism destination in the north america market (us and canada). The successful bidder will deliver strategy, creative, media planning and buying, digital marketing, content, campaign analysis, reporting and community management over a 36-month contract. Bidders must price in USD for a three-year term using the prescribed resource rate cards and media buy costing tables, and must meet strict compliance, tax and b-bbee requirements. The most consequential consideration is that pricing must follow the exact annexure c format and include all listed resources, as any deviation leads to automatic disqualification.
Submission method: as specified in the RFP (not detailed in this part). Closing time: 2026-12-14t17:00:00.000Z (17:00). Returnable forms (all must be completed, signed, and submitted): - annexure a / sbd 1 (invitation to bid): complete and sign as the offer cover page. If missing, sat may allow correction within two working days; failure to do so disqualifies the bid. - Annexure e / sbd 4 (declaration of interest): disclose any conflict of interest; same two-working-day correction and disqualification rule applies. - Confirmation of valid tax status: written confirmation that us federal, state, local and all related tax returns are filed and recorded. SA tourism may disclose the bidder's tax compliance status during the contract. - All relevant tax compliance certificates with a tax number. - Proof of valid business address: e.g., Company registration, utility bill showing the address, lease agreement, or another formal document. Disqualification risks: - non-submission of any mandatory document in phase 1b leads to disqualification. - Bidders must have a physical presence and operate in the usa. Agencies based outside the usa or affiliate agencies will not be considered.
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The state information technology agency (SITA) requires a full-service marketing agency to develop and execute a go-to-market strategy for its packaged services over a six-month period. The scope covers strategic consulting, creative production, digital platform development, media buying, brand activation, sales enablement, thought leadership, reporting, and account management, with specific deliverables and quantities defined in the pricing schedule. Bidders must submit fixed unit rates for each line item, as the rates form a rate card and SITA does not guarantee any minimum volumes; services will be procured on an as-and-when-required basis.
Submission method: electronic only, via the SITA ERP supplier portal (link provided in the invitation letter). - Bidders must register as a supplier on the ERP system before submitting. - The bid response must be submitted through the ERP platform within the stipulated date and time; responses submitted otherwise will not be considered valid. - The complete bid response pack must be submitted in the correct format as original documents. - Bidders must complete the bid pricing schedule using the provided excel format and include IT as an original document in the response pack. - Each line-item price must be recorded directly within the ERP system as part of the submission. - Bidders must be registered on the central supplier database (csd) and ensure all company details are updated. - Registration queries: [email protected] - ERP queries: [email protected] - Supplier user guide available at: https://www.sita.co.za/content/erp-isupplier-ecatalogue-guidelines
Emakhazeni local municipality seeks to appoint a panel of advertising agencies for a 36-month period to provide print and online media advertising, digital marketing, public relations, broadcasting, and graphic design services. Bidders must pass a functionality stage (minimum 70% or 63 of 90 points) before being evaluated on the 80/20 preference point system. The most consequential consideration is that functionality evidence, including appointment letters and the account executive's qualifications, is compulsory and non-submission leads to automatic disqualification.
Submission method: completed tenders in black ink, sealed in an envelope, endorsed with 'project NO: elm 26-27/10/04: appointment of a panel of advertising agencies for a period of thirty-six (36) months', deposited in the tender box at emakhazeni local municipality, SCM office, 25 scheepers street, belfast, 1100. Closing time: 24 november 2026 at 12h00. Late, faxed, emailed, or telegraphic tenders will not be accepted. Bids must be submitted on official forms, not retyped. All pages and returnable schedules must be completed and signed; failure results in automatic disqualification. Returnable documents (all compulsory): - form a: compulsory enterprise questionnaire (per partner for joint ventures) - form a2: compulsory enterprise questionnaire for consortia/joint ventures, incl. Special resolution - form b: record of addenda to tender documents - form c: authority of signatory (with company resolution, or sole trader proof) - form d: declaration of interest (discloses any state employment connections) - form e: declaration of past supply chain management practices - form f: declaration of good standing regarding tax - form g: declaration of procurement above r10 million (VAT included) - form h: declaration of tenderer's litigation history - form i: certificate of independent bid determination (NO collusion) - form j: declaration of municipal account - form k: preference schedule (b-bbee claims) - form l: financial references/credit rating and bank details - form m: proposed key personnel - form n: schedule of proposed sub-consultants - form o: schedule of previous experience - form p: schedule of current commitments - form q: tenderer's project structure - form r: form of indemnity also attach: company/cc registration certificate (both parties for joint venture), joint venture agreement (if applicable), tax compliance status pin, csd registration report, and any addenda recorded. Mbd1 (invitation to bid) and mbd7 (contract form) must also be completed and signed. Disqualification risks: - late, incomplete, unsigned, faxed, emailed, or electronically submitted tenders. - Tenders not completed in black ink, or with tippex, erasable ink, or unauthorised alterations not initialled. - Missing company registration certificates, tax compliance pin, or csd number. - Failure to fully complete schedule of quantities or returnable forms. - Scratching out without initialling, or writing over rates. - Tampering with the tender document. - NO authority of signatory submitted. - Attempts to influence evaluation or award. - Municipal rates/services arrears exceeding three months. - Poor performance on a previous municipal or state contract in the last five years (after written notice). - Incomplete or false declaration of interest.
Obp requires a marketing, public relations and communication service provider for a three-year term, covering brand identity and refresh, exhibition stands, digital and creative services, website development and hosting, media planning and buying, pr strategy, crisis communications, market research and campaign performance reporting. The provider must supply a qualified marketer and a communications/pr specialist, each at nqf level 7 or higher, plus a graphic designer and a nominated account coordinator who manages the obp account. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing at onderstepoort on 2 november 2026 at 11:30 in PPE, and must score at least 80 out of 100 on functionality before price and specific goals are evaluated. The biggest risk is automatic disqualification for any missing compulsory document, including proof of five years' marketing, communication and pr experience for clients with a marketing budget of at least r3 million per annum.
Submission method - hand delivery or courier only. Faxed or emailed bids will not be accepted. - International bidders with NO office or representation in south africa may submit by fax or email before the closing time, provided the original signed documents reach obp within three working days of closing and proof of NO south african presence is submitted; otherwise the bid is disqualified. - One original plus three copies of the tender documents. Delivery address onderstepoort biological products soc ltd 100 old soutpan road onderstepoort pretoria attention: the supply chain manager submission register - every bidder must sign the tender submission register kept at obp reception when handing in the bid. - The bidder's name and address must appear on the outside of the tender documents and on the envelope. Document handling - tender forms may be photocopied but must not be retyped or redrafted; only documents bearing an original signature in black ink are accepted. - Complete all bid documents in black ink. - Bidders must check page numbering for missing or duplicated pages; obp accepts NO liability for this. Returnable documents (missing items disqualify the bid) - csd registration and tax compliance (south african companies). - Sbd 1 (invitation to bid) — foreign/international companies only; bidder and contact details signed as the offer cover page. - Sbd 4 (declaration of interest) — discloses state employment or relationships involving directors, shareholders or the procuring institution. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim) — claims specific-goal points under the 80/20 system. - Sbd 8 (declaration of bidder's past supply chain management practices) — discloses past contract defaults and restrictions. - Sbd 9 (certificate of independent bid determination) — certifies the price was set without collusion. - Detailed company profile. - Proof of experience in pharmaceuticals. - Proof of experience in similar projects (minimum three projects). - Coid letter of good standing. - Attendance at the compulsory site briefing. - The same documents must be submitted for every company in a consortium. Disqualification risks - any compulsory document omitted or left unsigned. - Bids received after the closing time. - Incomplete or unclear service documentation. - Fraudulent or inaccurate information, including false b-bbee credentials or experience claims.
Supply and delivery of branded diaries and calendars for the unemployment insurance fund: 1,650 a4 diaries, 1,650 a5 diaries and 3,300 a5 tent card calendars, delivered to 230 lillian ngoyi street, pretoria central. The supplier designs and lays out the diaries and calendars, while uif supplies print-ready cover artwork and logos, and samples must be approved before bulk printing. Quotations go through the e-tender portal only and close on 11 november 2026 at 11:00, priced on firm prices on the supplied sbd 3.1 With a 90-day validity. The most consequential risk is immediate disqualification for quoting on any pricing document other than the supplied sbd 3.1, Or for failing to attach at least one stamped reference letter with its matching purchase order for branding or printing work completed in the past three years.
Submission channel - electronic submission through the e-tender portal only; NO physical delivery or emailed bids. - Late submissions are not accepted. Returnable documents - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): bidder details and signed offer cover page. - Sbd 3.1 (Pricing schedule – firm prices): mandatory; quoting on any other pricing document disqualifies the bid. - Sbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses state employment or relationships with the procuring institution. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims the 80/20 preference points for specific goals. - Proof of authority to sign, such as a company resolution. - SARS tax compliance status pin, or a csd number where NO pin is available. - At least one reference letter together with its matching purchase order. - Sbd 7 (contract form) is completed and signed by the successful bidder only. Disqualification risks - quoting on anything other than the supplied sbd 3.1. - Omitting or leaving unsigned any returnable form. - Missing the reference letter or its matching purchase order. - Submitting after the closing time.
Makhuduthamaga local municipality requires a 36-month lease of speed and red light cameras together with a fines management system, deployed on roads within the municipality, re-advertised under project number Lim473/speed cameras-lease/26/27/R001. bids close on 20 november 2026 at 12:00 and must be deposited in the tender box at the municipal offices in jane furse in a sealed envelope marked with the project number and description. Award follows the preferential procurement policy framework act 5 of 2000 and the revised procurement regulations effective 16 january 2023, scored on 100 points for functionality plus an 80/20 split of 80 points for price and 20 points for municipal specific goals, with the functionality criteria and specific goals set out in the bid document. The bid document costs a non-refundable r560.00 At the municipal cashiers or can be downloaded free from www.etender.gov.za.
Submission method - sealed envelope deposited in the tender box at makhuduthamaga local municipality offices, jane furse. - Envelope must be marked with the project number (Lim473/speed cameras-lease/26/27/R001) and the project description. - Must be deposited before the closing date and time. Obtaining the bid document - collect from the makhuduthamaga local municipality cashiers from 20 october 2026, monday to friday, 08:00–16:30. - Non-refundable deposit: r560.00, Payable in cash or by bank-guaranteed cheque. - Free download from www.etender.gov.za. Document completion - every page of the tender document must be initialled and signed where required. - Bids that are not fully completed may be excluded from consideration. - Bid validity: 90 days.
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