Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Status: Closed — No Longer Accepting Submissions
This tender closed on 25 May 2021. Submissions are no longer accepted. The tender lifecycle continues — check the awards section for updates.
Tender Type
RFQ
Published
18 Jan 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-617
This tender is for the procurement of international rectifier scr model s38b12a (or equivalent) to repair power supply systems at ithemba labs. IT is open to suppliers capable of providing the specified thyristor with precise technical parameters.
Continue with tenders sharing this issuer, category, or province.
Return to this tender’s issuing organisation, province, or category.
Continue with tenders sharing this issuer, category, or province.
AI Document Analysis Stages
We refine every tender document through these stages so you can brief your team and prepare your bid with confidence. Anything marked as "in progress" will be upgraded automatically — no action required from you.
AI Document Analysis Stages
Review in progress
The information shown on this card is preliminary. Our procurement team is currently finalising the submission guidelines, evaluation criteria, technical specifications, financial requirements, and compliance sections so you have a clean, bid-ready summary to work from. Document being finalised: RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdf. You don’t need to refresh — this page will pick up the updated review automatically.
These references help suppliers understand the public-procurement framework around this opportunity. They are generated from the tender category, issuing organisation type and procurement context.
These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdf
To download these documents and access AI-powered analysis, visit the main tender page.
Organization
National Treasury (OCDS)Matched by category & region
Free guidance to prepare before you bid
Not sure if your business is ready for this tender? Check CSD, CIDB, and B-BBEE requirements, run a readiness assessment, and move from opportunity to submission.
Open Supplier Readiness HubLearn how to submit a winning bid with these related articles
We refine every tender document through these stages so you can brief your team and prepare your bid with confidence. Anything marked as "in progress" will be upgraded automatically — no action required from you.
Important Dates
Source: RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdfClosing date: 25 May 2021. Closing time: 11:00 am. Goods/services required by: May 2021.
Contact Information
Source: RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdfTechnical contact: Mr. Chris Lussi, Tel: 021 843 1000, Email: [email protected]. Supply Chain Management contact: Mr. Luyolo Sabsana, Email: [email protected]. Submission address: iThemba LABS, ATT: Tender Box, Main Security Gate, Old Faure Road, Faure, Western Cape 7131. Postal address: PO Box 722, Somerset West, 7129, South Africa. Tel: 021 843 1000, Fax: 021 843 3525. Website: http://www.tlabs.ac.za.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdfSubmit via email to: [email protected] and [email protected]. Required documents: SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim), SBD 8 (Declaration of Past SCM Practices), SBD 9 (Certificate of Independent Bid Determination). Include original or certified B-BBEE certificate (SANAS-accredited) and CSD Summary Report. Failure to submit these may disqualify the bid. Quoted prices must be valid for 30 days, firm, and inclusive of VAT. Indicate a firm delivery period.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdfEvaluation stages: administrative compliance, functionality, price, and B-BBEE. Scoring: 80/20 preference point system (80 points for price, 20 for B-BBEE). Price scoring formula: Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), where Pt = bid price, Pmin = lowest acceptable bid price. B-BBEE points awarded per status level (80/20 system): Level 1 = 20, Level 2 = 18, Level 3 = 14, Level 4 = 12, Level 5 = 8, Level 6 = 6, Level 7 = 4, Level 8 = 2, Non-compliant = 0. Total points cannot exceed 100. If all bids exceed R500k, the RFQ may be cancelled and re-issued. Functionality: ability to meet technical specifications.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdfRequired item: International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A (or equivalent). Technical specifications: Vdrm = 1200V, It(RMS) = 1525A, It(AV) = 970A, V(TM) = 1.49V, Igt = 150mA, Vgt = 2.5V, max operating temperature = 70°C, casing = TO-200AC. Supplier must provide price per unit (incl. VAT), total quantity, brand/model (if applicable), packaging charge, freight and shipping costs. Brochure/technical specifications may be submitted.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdfPricing: Must be firm, inclusive of VAT, and valid for 30 days from the date of offer. Payment terms: 30 days from date of invoice. Currency: Not specified (assume ZAR). Validity of quotation: 30 days. Sub-contracting: If applicable, declare percentage, sub-contractor name, B-BBEE status, and whether EME/QSE.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ - Procurement of International Rectifier SCR model S38B12A.pdfMandatory: Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). Submit CSD Summary Report and CSD Unique Registration Reference Number. B-BBEE: Submit original or certified B-BBEE certificate (SANAS-accredited) to claim preference points. Failure to submit proof of B-BBEE status results in zero points for B-BBEE. Required forms: SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim), SBD 8 (Past SCM Practices), SBD 9 (Independent Bid Determination). Local content: If applicable, submit SBD 6.2 (Local Production and Content Declaration) and Annex C, D, E as per SATS 1286:2011. National Treasury contact for CSD: +27 (0) 12 406 9222 or [email protected].
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
1
Last checked
05 Jun 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
This tender has strong source evidence, including source metadata and supporting tender information synced from the government tender portal.
Tenders SA is not the issuing authority. All tenders are automatically synced from the official government tender portal. Always confirm final submission details, closing dates, briefing sessions, eligibility requirements, and documents on the official government portal before applying.
💡 Want more tendering tips and strategies?
Explore Our BlogMedian Estimate
R 3 868 085
Range
Based on 25 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
* Estimates are based on historical data and do not guarantee actual award values.