Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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This tender closed on 24 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-741
This tender invites suppliers to provide 50 COVID-19 serological point-of-care test kits (SARS-CoV-2 igg/igm rapid test) to ithemba labs, a national research foundation facility. IT is open to registered suppliers on the central supplier database, with evaluation based on price (80 points) and b-bbee status (20 points).
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Submit quotes electronically to [email protected] by 24 May 2021, 11:00 am, with all required SBD forms (4, 6.1, 6.2, 8, 9) and a valid SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate if claiming points. Test kits must meet technical specs: detect IgG/IgM antibodies, >85% clinical sensitivity, >98% IgG specificity, no cross-reactivity with other coronaviruses, and use capillary/venous blood samples. Supplier must hold a Section 22C(1)(b) Medicines Act license for distributing IVDs, with SAHPRA-recognized approvals. Prices must be firm, VAT-inclusive, valid for 30 days, and include delivery to iThemba LABS, Old Faure Road, Faure. Mandatory registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) with submission of a CSD Summary Report.
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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)
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RFQ - COVID-19 Serology Tests.pdf
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Important Dates
Source: RFQ - COVID-19 Serology Tests.pdfClosing date: 24 May 2021. Closing time: 11:00 am. Goods/services required by: 31 May 2021.
Contact Information
Source: RFQ - COVID-19 Serology Tests.pdfTechnical queries: Julian ([email protected]) or Philip ([email protected]). SCM queries: Khanyisa Maqwara ([email protected] or [email protected]). Submission email: [email protected]. Postal address: PO Box 722, Somerset West, 7129. Phone: 021 843 1000. Fax: 021 843 3525. Website: http://www.tlabs.ac.za.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ - COVID-19 Serology Tests.pdfSubmit quotes electronically to: [email protected]. Required forms: SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim), SBD 6.2 (Local Content Declaration, if applicable), SBD 8 (Past SCM Practices), SBD 9 (Independent Bid Determination). Prices must be valid for 30 days, firm, and VAT-inclusive. Delivery address: iThemba LABS, ATT: SCM Department, Old Faure Road, Faure, 7131. Failure to submit required forms or valid B-BBEE certificate (if claiming points) may result in disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ - COVID-19 Serology Tests.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. B-BBEE points allocated per status level (e.g., Level 1 = 20 points, Level 8 = 2 points). If all bids exceed R500,000, the RFQ may be cancelled and re-issued. Functionality: ability to meet technical specifications (see technicalSpecifications).
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ - COVID-19 Serology Tests.pdfSupply and deliver 50 COVID-19 Serological Point-of-Care Test Kits (SARS-CoV-2 IgG/IgM Rapid Test). Requirements: detect at least IgG and IgM antibodies; no cross-reactivity with seasonal/non-SARS-CoV-2 viruses; clinical sensitivity >85% (vs. PCR, 95% CI); clinical specificity >98% for IgG (vs. PCR, 95% CI); no cross-reactivity with other coronaviruses; sample type: capillary whole blood (finger prick) or venous blood/serum/plasma; format: single-use disposable rapid diagnostic test cassette. Supplier must hold a license to distribute medical devices/IVDs under Section 22C(1)(b) of the Medicines Act, with SAHPRA-recognized approvals. Delivery charge to iThemba LABS, Old Faure Road, Faure, Cape Town.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ - COVID-19 Serology Tests.pdfPricing must be in ZAR, firm, and VAT-inclusive. Valid for 30 days from submission. Indicate lead time for delivery. Total cost must include delivery charge to iThemba LABS. Payment terms: subject to General Conditions of Contract (GCC). No bonds or guarantees explicitly required.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ - COVID-19 Serology Tests.pdfMandatory: Registration on Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). Submit CSD Summary Report. Required forms: SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD 6.1 (B-BBEE Preference Points Claim), SBD 6.2 (Local Content Declaration, if applicable), SBD 8 (Past SCM Practices), SBD 9 (Independent Bid Determination). Valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS-accredited) required if claiming B-BBEE points; otherwise, zero points allocated. Tax compliance: VAT and tax reference numbers must be provided. No explicit CIDB or professional registration requirements stated.
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