Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
14 Merriam- Makeba Street - Bloemfontein - Bloemfontein - 9300
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
29 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-157537
The free state department of social development seeks to appoint service provider(s) for a 3-year contract to manage air travel, car hire, shuttle services, and accommodation for domestic and international official travel. The tender targets travel agencies and tour operators capable of delivering cost-effective, compliant, and high-quality travel solutions under strict policy and reporting requirements.
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Date & Time
Tuesday, 30 June 2026 - 11:00
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14 Merriam- Makeba Street - Bloemfontein - Bloemfontein - 9300
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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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FSDSD T 002 2026 TRAVEL AGENCY TENDER FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS 29 May 2026.pdf
The Free State Department of Social Development invites bids for the appointment of service provider(s) to manage air travel, car hire, shuttle services, and accommodation (domestic/international) for a 3-year period. The tender (FSDSD (T) 002/2026) closes on 30 June 2026 at 11:00 AM. The contract aims to ensure cost-effective, reliable travel management services aligned with government policies, including compliance with tax, B-BBEE, and preferential procurement regulations.
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Important Dates
Source: FSDSD T 002 2026 TRAVEL AGENCY TENDER FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS 29 May 2026.pdfClosing date and time: 30 June 2026 at 11:00 AM. Bid validity period: 120 days from closing date.
Contact Information
Source: FSDSD T 002 2026 TRAVEL AGENCY TENDER FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS 29 May 2026.pdfBidding procedure enquiries: Nthabiseng Mabula, Tel: 051 409 0533, Email: [email protected]. Technical enquiries: Patrice Nkhatho, Tel: 051 409 0535, Email: [email protected]. Submission address: Bid Box, Main Entrance Foyer, Civilia Building, 14 Merriam Makeba Street, Bloemfontein, 9300.
Submission Guidelines
Source: FSDSD T 002 2026 TRAVEL AGENCY TENDER FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS 29 May 2026.pdfSubmit bids by 30 June 2026 at 11:00 AM to the bid box at Main Entrance Foyer, Civilia Building, 14 Merriam Makeba Street, Bloemfontein, 9300. Use official forms (SBD 1, SBD 3.1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1) without re-typing. Late bids are disqualified. Bids must include: company name, CSD registration number, and completed checklist (Sections 1-3, Attachments). Joint ventures must submit Annexure A. Bids from state employees or their companies are disqualified. Failure to comply with submission requirements may invalidate the bid.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: FSDSD T 002 2026 TRAVEL AGENCY TENDER FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS 29 May 2026.pdfEvaluation uses the 80/20 preference point system. 80 points for price (lowest acceptable bid scores highest), 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals: 51%+ Black Women-owned (5 pts), 51%+ Youth-owned (5 pts), Disability-owned (5 pts), SMME (5 pts). Proof required: CIPC certificate, DTIC sworn affidavit, SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate, or medical certificate (disability). Bids are disqualified if: bidder is a state employee or linked to one, listed in Register for Tender Defaulters/Restricted Suppliers, or fails to submit required tax compliance (TCS PIN/CSD number). Price must be firm and valid for 120 days.
Technical Specifications
Source: FSDSD T 002 2026 TRAVEL AGENCY TENDER FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS 29 May 2026.pdfScope: Provide travel management services (air travel, car hire, shuttle services, accommodation) for domestic/international travel for Free State Department of Social Development for 3 years. Services include: reservations (minimum 3 price comparisons per request), air travel (full-service/low-cost carriers, charter flights, e-ticket management, tracking unused tickets), accommodation (booking within National Treasury rate matrix, vouchers, cancellations, proof of rate compliance), car rental/shuttle (approved categories, transfers, rail/bus, negotiated rates), after-hours/emergency services (24/7 call centre, VIP support, standard operating procedures), financial management (30-day bill-back, invoice consolidation, cost savings reporting, pre-payments), technology (GDS capability, data feed to National Treasury, Excel reports, secure data), account management (dedicated manager, SLA reports, training). Must adhere to Free State Social Development Travel Policy and National Treasury Cost Containment Instructions. Value-added services: destination info, SMS notifications, travel advisories, risk management, VIP services.
Financial Requirements
Source: FSDSD T 002 2026 TRAVEL AGENCY TENDER FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS 29 May 2026.pdfPricing: Submit firm prices only (non-firm prices disqualified). Pricing schedule (SBD 3.1) must include fixed fees per service (e.g., booking fees, admin fees, cancellation fees) for domestic/international air travel, accommodation, car hire, shuttle, charters, bundles. Escalation percentages for years 2 and 3 must be specified. Payment terms: 30-day bill-back account facility for accommodation/ground transport. Pre-payments processed by TMC for same-day bookings. Invoices must include Travel Authorisation/Purchase Order and supporting documentation. Transaction fees must be fixed amounts (not percentages of third-party costs). All prices must include VAT.
Compliance Requirements
Source: FSDSD T 002 2026 TRAVEL AGENCY TENDER FOR A PERIOD OF THREE YEARS 29 May 2026.pdfTax compliance: Submit TCS PIN (via SARS e-filing) or CSD registration number. If no TCS PIN, CSD number is mandatory. Consortia/JVs: Each party must submit separate TCS/CSD proof. B-BBEE: Preference points for 51%+ Black Women-owned (5 pts), 51%+ Youth-owned (5 pts), Disability-owned (5 pts), SMME (5 pts). Proof: CIPC certificate, DTIC affidavit, or SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate. Disability: Medical certificate. CSD registration: All bidders must provide CSD number. Disqualifications: State employees, companies with state-employed directors/members, or entities listed in Register for Tender Defaulters/Restricted Suppliers. Declaration of Interest (SBD 4) and Preference Points Claim Form (SBD 6.1) must be completed. Foreign bidders must have a RSA branch/permanent establishment or income source unless exempt.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
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Act 2 of 2000
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Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
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HSRC Building, 134 Pretorius St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa
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Contact
051-409-0535[email protected]www.dsd.gov.zaHSRC Building, 134 Pretorius St, Pretoria Central, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa
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