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.
Issuing Organization
Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training AuthorityLocation
Gauteng
Closing Date
21 Sept 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
17 Bradford Road - Bedforfview - Gauteng - 2074
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
28 Aug 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-167405
Hwseta seeks a service provider to lease office space for its eastern cape provincial office from 1 february 2027 to 31 march 2030. The premises must be a single, contiguous space of 395–434 m² gla in an existing building within 0–15 km of 3-33 phillip frame road, chiselhurst, east london, with beneficial occupation before the lease start for fit-out. The single most consequential requirement is that bidders must score at least 80% on both the technical/functional evaluation (phase 2) and the site inspection (phase 3) to proceed to price and preference scoring; failure to meet either threshold results in immediate disqualification.
Closing date and time: 21 September 2026 at 11h00; bids must be delivered in a sealed envelope to HWSETA Eastern Cape Provincial Office, Portion of Phase 4B (next to Bank SETA), Waverly Office Park, No 3-33 Phillip Frame Road, Chiselhurst, East London, 5247 (original plus six copies).
Compulsory briefing session: 9 September 2026 at 14:00 via Microsoft Teams; attendance is mandatory.
Mandatory returnable documents: SBD 1 (signed), SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN, SBD 4 (signed), SBD 6.1 (signed), completed Annexure A pricing schedule (VAT shown separately, prices inclusive of 15% VAT), detailed CSD report with MAAA number, General Conditions of Contract initialled on every page, proof of CIPC registration, title deed proving property ownership (or Power of Attorney/Letter of Authority if agent), Certificate of Occupancy, and evaluation criteria supporting documents.
Eligibility thresholds: Valid CSD registration with MAAA number; valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN (each JV/consortium member and sub-contractor must submit separate PIN/CSD number); CIPC/CIPRO registration; B-BBEE verification (Sworn Affidavit for EME/QSE or SANAS-accredited certificate) to claim specific goal points; no bids from persons in the service of the state or entities with directors/members in the service of the state.
Technical/functional minimum: Must answer "YES" to all 10 criteria in Table 1 and achieve ≥80% on Phase 2 technical evaluation (space size 395–434 m² single floor, location radius, toilet facilities, elevator with backup power, 10 parking bays, alternate energy supply, lessor maintenance obligations, tenant installation allowance of one month's gross rent per lease year, fit-out by landlord's professional team, title deed/occupancy certificate).
Site inspection minimum: Must achieve ≥80% on Phase 3 site evaluation/inspection to proceed to price and preference scoring.
Evaluation method: 80/20 preference point system (price up to R50 million); price maximum 80 points, specific goals maximum 20 points (Black woman ownership 51–100% = 3, disability ownership ≥20% = 4, Black youth ownership 30–100% = 5, QSE/EME = 5, Black ownership 51–100% = 3). Proof required for specific goals: Sworn Affidavit or SANAS B-BBEE certificate; disability points require certified disability certificate or medical/functional assessment report ≤3 months old.
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Date & Time
Monday, 21 September 2026 - 11:00
Venue
ONLINE
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Online briefing session compulsory
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Description
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf28 Aug
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
21 Sept
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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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.
Eastern Cape FINAL HWSETA SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.docx
The Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA) is appointing a service provider to provide office space for its Eastern Cape provincial office. The tender follows the 80/20 preference point system, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals.
Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf
HWSETA is seeking a suitably qualified service provider to lease office space for its Eastern Cape provincial office. The lease will be for a period of 01 February 2026 to 31 March 2026, located within a specified radius in East London. The successful bidder will be responsible for providing fully-serviced office accommodation that meets specific technical and functional requirements.
Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf
The Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA) seeks to appoint a service provider to supply office space for its Eastern Cape provincial office. The contract is governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) for government procurement, covering performance security, warranties, payment, and termination provisions.
Eastern Cape NEW HWSETA SBD 4 FORM INTERNAL AUDIT 002-2025.doc
The Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA) seeks a service provider to supply office space for its Eastern Cape provincial office. The tender is open to bidders who can provide suitable premises and must include a completed declaration of interest form.
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Bid response documents may be deposited in the bid box situated at (street address)
Portion of Phase 4B (next to Bank SETA) Waverly Office Park No 3-33 Phillip Frame Road Chiselhurst East London, 5247
Bidding procedure enquiries may be directed to technical enquiries may be directed to:
Contact person nolwazi luthuli contact person shalendra ballasur
Telephone number (011) 607 6944 telephone number (011) 607 6900
Facsimile number facsimile number
E-mail address [email protected] E-mail address [email protected]
Supplier information
Name of bidder
Postal address
Street address
Telephone number code number
Cellphone number
Facsimile number code number
E-mail address
VAT registration
Number
Supplier tax central
Compliance status compliance supplier
Or
System pin: database
No: MAAA
Are you the
Accredited
Are you a foreign based
REPRESENTATIVE IN Yes No
Supplier for the goods
SOUTH AFRICA FOR Yes No
/Services offered?
The goods [if yes, answer the
/Services [if yes enclose proof] questionnaire below]
Offered?
Questionnaire to bidding foreign suppliers
Is the entity a resident of the republic of south africa (RSA)? yes NO
Does the entity have a branch in the RSA? yes NO
Does the entity have a permanent establishment in the RSA? yes NO
Does the entity have any source of income in the RSA? yes NO
Is the entity liable in the RSA for any form of taxation? Yes NO
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If the answer is “NO” to all of the above, then IT is not a requirement to register for a tax compliance status
System pin code from the south african revenue service (SARS) and if not register as per 2.3 Below.
Part a
Terms and conditions for bidding
1.1. Bids must be delivered by the stipulated time to the correct address. Late bids will not
Be accepted for consideration.
1.2. All bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not to be re-typed) or in the
Manner prescribed in the bid document.
1.3. This bid is subject to the preferential procurement policy framework act, 2000 and the
Preferential procurement regulations, the general conditions of contract (gcc) and,
If applicable, any other special conditions of contract.
1.4. The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written contract form
(Sbd7).
2.1 Bidders must ensure compliance with their tax obligations.
2.2 Bidders are required to submit their unique personal identification number (pin) issued
By SARS to enable the organ of state to verify the taxpayer’s profile and tax status.
2.3 Application for tax compliance status (tcs) pin may be made via e-filing through the SARS
Website www.SARS.GOV.ZA.
2.4 Bidders may also submit a printed tcs certificate together with the bid.
2.5 In bids where consortia / joint ventures / sub-contractors are involved; each party must
Submit a separate tcs certificate / pin / csd number.
2.6 Where NO tcs pin is available but the bidder is registered on the central supplier
Database (csd), a csd number must be provided.
2.7 NO bids will be considered from persons in the service of the state, companies with
Directors who are persons in the service of the state, or close corporations with
Members persons in the service of the state.”
Nb: failure to provide / or comply with any of the above particulars may render the bid
Invalid.
Signature of bidder:
...................................................
Capacity under which this bid is signed:
...................................................
(Proof of authority must be submitted e.g. company resolution)
Date: .................................
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Consent in terms of section 11 of the protection of personal information act, 2013
(“Popia”)
In order for Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority ("HWSETA”) to consider the bidder’s
response to the tender advertisement to become a Service Provider of HWSETA, it will be necessary for
HWSETA to Process Service Provider’ personal information which may be shared with HWSETA for the
purposes of the bid and publication of comprehensive information on all the tenders awarded by HWSETA, in
line with the National treasury Instruction No. /2023.
HWSETA is committed to transparency and accountability in its procurement processes. As part of our mandate,
we ensure that all tender awards are published within the prescribed number of working days of the successful
bidder accepting the bid award in writing. This information is made available on the e-Tender Portal, the
HWSETA website and other media platforms where the bids were originally advertised.
HWSETA will process the Service Provider’s Personal Information in accordance with its Privacy Policy, which
can be accessed on HWSETA website. Access to your Personal Information and Purpose Specification:
Personal Information will be processed by the HWSETA for purposes of assessing the Service Provider's
submission in relation to the advertised tender and the purposes of assessing current Services required by the
HWSETA. We may also share the Service Provider’s Personal Information with third parties within the Republic
of South Africa, including to carry out verification and background checks. In this regard, the Service Provider
acknowledges that HWSETA’s authorized verification agent(s) and Service Providers will access Personal
Information and conduct background screening.
Consent:
Consent: By [ticking] "Yes" and signing below, the Service Provider agrees and voluntarily consents to HWSETA
and/or its associated third parties appointed by it’s processing of its Personal Information for the purposes of
evaluating the submitted bid, publication of personal information on the platforms mentioned above, including to
confirm and verify any information provided in the submission and Service Provider gives HWSETA permission
to do so. The Service Provider understands that it is free to withdraw its consent on written notice to HWSETA in
accordance with HWSETA Privacy Policy and the Service Provider agrees that the Personal Information may be
disclosed by the HWSETA to third parties. Please note that if the Service Provider withdraws consent at any
stage, HWSETA may be unable to process the bid submitted, confirm the information provided with third parties
and render the purpose impossible.
Select your response YES NO
Supplier Name
Date D MM YYYY
Important Dates
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf (TENDER)Closing date and time: 21 September 2026 at 11h00.
Compulsory briefing session: 9 September 2026 at 14:00 via Microsoft Teams (attendance is mandatory).
Lease period: Beneficial occupation before 1 February 2027 for renovations and installations; lease runs from 1 February 2027 to 31 March 2030.
Bid validity: 180 days from the closing date.
Clarification requests: Must be submitted in writing via email to [email protected] before the closing date; telephonic requests are not accepted.
Contact Information
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf (TENDER)SCM / Bidding procedure enquiries: Nolwazi Luthuli, telephone (011) 607 6944, email [email protected] or [email protected].
Technical enquiries: Shalendra Ballasur, telephone (011) 607 6900, email [email protected].
Submission address: HWSETA Eastern Cape Provincial Office, Portion of Phase 4B (next to Bank SETA), Waverly Office Park, No 3-33 Phillip Frame Road, Chiselhurst, East London, 5247.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf (TENDER)Submission method: Bids must be delivered in a sealed envelope to the HWSETA Eastern Cape Provincial Office, Portion of Phase 4B (next to Bank SETA), Waverly Office Park, No 3-33 Phillip Frame Road, Chiselhurst, East London, 5247. The envelope must be marked with the bid number (HWSETA010/2026), closing date and time (21 September 2026 at 11h00), and a glossary with page numbers.
Delivery window: Bids can be delivered between 07:30 and 16:00, Mondays to Fridays, prior to the closing date, and between 09:00 and 11:00 on the closing date. Late bids will not be accepted under any circumstances and will be returned unopened.
Format: An original plus six copies (seven documents in total) must be submitted. All pages must be clearly numbered in sequential order. Bids must be completed on the official forms provided (not re-typed).
Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted):
Disqualification risks: Missing any mandatory document, unsigned forms, pricing schedule not in the required format, late submission, counter-conditions or amendments to bid conditions, failure to submit six copies plus original.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf (TENDER)Evaluation follows a four-phase process:
Phase 1 – Administrative and Mandatory Requirements: Bidders must comply with Parts 1–4, Part 6, Part 8 and the mandatory requirements in Part 9. Non-compliance leads to elimination. Bidders have five working days to remedy missing administrative documents (unsigned bid, missing copies, missing SBD 4, missing CIPC registration, missing SBD 1, missing SBD 6.1, missing General Conditions of Contract, missing CSD proof, missing JV/consortium tax pins).
Phase 2 – Technical and Functional Evaluation: Bidders must score at least 80 out of 100 points on the technical criteria (Table 1, criteria 1–10) to proceed. The bidder must answer "YES" to all ten criteria and fully complete Table 1 with supporting documentation page references.
Phase 3 – Site Evaluation/Inspection: Bidders must score at least 80 out of 100 points on the site inspection to proceed.
Phase 4 – Price and HWSETA Specific Goals: Evaluated on the 80/20 preference point system (price up to R50 million). Price: maximum 80 points using the formula Ps = 80(1 – (Pt – Pmin)/Pmin). Specific goals: maximum 20 points allocated as follows:
Total specific goals = 20 points. Proof required: Sworn Affidavit (EME/QSE) or SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate; for disability, certified disability certificate or medical/functional assessment report not older than three months. Only bidders who complete and sign the declaration on SBD 6.1 are considered for specific goal points.
Final adjudication: Highest total points wins; tie-break on specific goals, then drawing of lots. HWSETA reserves the right to award to a lower-scoring bid on justifiable grounds, negotiate with preferred bidders, accept part of a tender, or cancel the process at any stage.
Technical Specifications
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf (TENDER)Scope: Provision of office space for the HWSETA Eastern Cape Provincial Office.
Location: Business environment within a 0–15 km radius of 3-33 Phillip Frame Road, Chiselhurst, East London.
Lease period: 1 February 2027 to 31 March 2030 (beneficial occupation before start date for fit-out).
Space requirements: Gross Lettable Area (GLA) between 395 m² and 434 m², single contiguous space on one floor in an existing complete building.
Toilet facilities: Minimum 2 separate male toilets, 2 separate female toilets, 1 disability-friendly toilet conveniently accessible.
Elevator: Functional elevator for movement of goods, persons and disabled persons between floors; elevator must be connected to backup power supply.
Parking: 8 dedicated covered staff parking bays, 1 dedicated open visitor bay, 1 dedicated demarcated disability-friendly open bay (total 10 bays).
Business continuity: Alternate energy supply must be provided for the office space in the event of electricity interruptions.
Maintenance (lessor responsibility for full lease duration):
Tenant Installation Allowance: Equal to one month's gross rent for every year of the lease term; HWSETA reserves the right to view fit-out invoices.
Fit-out: Landlord hires professional team for internal fit-out; all fees and costs deducted from Tenant Installation Allowance. Team responsibilities include layout designs, spatial planning, core drilling for network cables, HVAC supply and installation, municipal approvals, statutory compliance, turnkey solution to HWSETA's satisfaction.
Mandatory property documents: Copy of title deed proving ownership; if bidder is an agent, formal Power of Attorney or Letter of Authority signed by property owner; Certificate of Occupancy.
Current tenants: Names and detailed description of business nature of current tenants must be submitted for HWSETA's assessment of conduciveness to operations.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf20.1 Company Profile
Quality Management
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf1.3 HWSETA reserves the right:
1.3.1 To award this tender to a bidder that did not score the highest total number of points,
only in accordance with section 2 (1) (f) of the PPPFA (Act )
1.3.2 To negotiate with one or more preferred bidder(s) identified in the evaluation process,
regarding any terms and conditions, including price without offering the same
opportunity to any other bidder(s) who has not been awarded the status of the preferred
bidder(s).
1.3.3 To accept part of a tender rather than the whole tender.
1.3.4 To carry out site inspections, product evaluations or explanatory meetings in order to
verify the nature and quality of the services offered by the bidder(s), whether before or
after Adjudication of the Bid.
1.3.5 To correct any mistakes at any stage of the tender that may have been in the Bid
documents or occurred at any stage of the tender process.
1.3.6 To cancel and /or terminate the tender process at any stage, including after the closing
date and/ or after presentations have been made, and or after tenders have been
evaluated and/or after the preferred bidder(s) have been notified of their status as such.
1.3.7 Award to multiple bidders based either on size or geographic considerations.
1.3.8 To award the tender to the second highest point scorer should the highest point scorer
fail to deliver or turn down the offer.
1.4 The HWSETA reserves the right to conduct supplier due diligence prior to final award or at any time during
the contract period. This may include site visits and request for additional information. Additional information
may include but not limited to requesting the Occupancy Certificate
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2.1 The General Conditions of Contract must be accepted.
2.2 Any award made to a bidder(s) under this bid is conditional, amongst others, upon-
2.2.1 The bidder(s) accepting the terms and conditions contained in the General Conditions of Contract as the
minimum terms and conditions upon which HWSETA is prepared to enter into a contract with the
successful Bidder.
2.2.2 The bidder submitting the General conditions of Contract to the HWSETA together with its bid, duly signed
by an authorised representative of the bidder.
2.2.3 To carry out site inspections, product evaluations or explanatory meetings in order to verify the nature and
quality of the services offered by the bidder(s), whether before or after Adjudication of the Bid.
Phase 1: Administrative and Mandatory Requirements (Part A)
Bidders must comply with the administrative requirements as per Parts 1– 4, Part 6 and Part 8
read with 3.1 of the condition of contract as well as the mandatory requirements as per
paragraph 15.1, Part 9. Bidders who comply with these requirements will qualify for evaluation
in Phase 2: Technical and Functional Requirements.
Phase 2: Technical and Functional Requirements
In Phase 2: Technical and Functional Requirements, bidders are required to achieve 80 points
out of 100 to qualify for evaluation in Phase 3: Site Evaluation/Inspection.
Phase 3: Site Evaluation/Inspection
In Phase 3: Site Evaluation/Inspection, bidders are required to achieve 80 points out of 100 to
qualify for evaluation in Phase 4: Price and HWSETA specific goals.
Phase 4: Price and HWSETA Specific Goals
All proposals submitted will be evaluated in accordance with either the 80/20 or 90/10
preference point system where the lowest acceptable tender will be used to determine the
applicable preference point system.
Section 3: phase 2 – technical and functional evaluation
In Phase 2: Technical and Functional Requirements, bidders are required to achieve 80 points
out of 100 to qualify for evaluation in Phase 3: Site Evaluation/Inspection.
Table 1: technical & functional requirements. Criteria 1 – 10.
Pricing Schedule
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdfYES NO A fully completed Annexure A: Pricing Schedule
must be submitted. Additional information may
be attached to the Pricing Schedule template.
Failure to complete the attached template shall 6
lead to disqualification.
Bids submitted that do not comply with the following may not be considered for evaluation:
A bid without all mandatory required documents.
Pricing schedules not in the required format.
Shortlisted bidders might be invited to make a presentation if applicable, to the HWSETA before
a final decision is made to award. The presentation will either be virtual via TEAMS or physically
at the HWSETA Head Office situated at 17 Bradford Road, Bedfordview.
15.1 Bidders must complete the necessary bid document. The bid document comprises of the following:
Part 1: HWSETA Invitation to Bid SBD 1(must be completed and signed)
Part 2: SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
Part 3: Declaration of interest SBD4 (completed fully and signed)
Part 4:Preference Points Claim Form in terms of the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022
SBD6.1(completed and signed)
Part 5: Pricing schedule (be detailed)
Part 6 Proof of registration as a Service Provider on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD).
(Supply a copy of a detailed CSD report with MAAA number)
Part 7 Required evaluation criteria submission documents
Part 8 General Condition of Contract to be submitted with the bid document
Part 9 Mandatory requirements MUST be provided (Failure to submit any of the below mandatory documents
together with your proposal submission will lead to disqualification)
Annexure A: pricing schedule must be submitted . The HWSETA Pricing Schedule template must be
completed in full. Additional information may be provided by the bidder which must be attached to the
A copy of the title deed to prove ownership of the property must be submitted
If the bidder is an agent, a formal Power of Attorney or letter of Authority, signed by the property owner,
must be submitted
15.2 PART 1: Invitation to Bid
Bidders must complete and submit the “Invitation to Bid” document and sign it where specified.
15.3 PART 2: SARS Tax Pin (to be obtained from SARS)
15.3.1 A valid SARS Tax status pin must accompany Service Provider’s proposal. In case of a consortium/ joint
venture, or where sub-Service providers are utilised, a valid SARS Tax status pin for each consortium/ joint
venture member and/or sub-contractor (individual) must be submitted. No tender shall be awarded to a
bidder who is not tax compliant. HWSETA reserves the right to cancel a contract with a successful bidder
in the event that such bidder does not remain tax compliant for the full term of the contract.
15.4 PART 3: Declaration of Interest (Annexure C)
15.4.1 Each party to the bid must complete and submit the Declaration of Interest and sign it.
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15.4.2 Note: The HWSETA prohibits an award to the following persons:
15..4.2.1 Persons who are in the service of the State.
15.4.2.2 To a natural person, of which any Director, Manager, Principal stakeholder or stakeholder is a person
in the service of the State or who is an advisor or consultant contracted with the HWSETA
15.4.3 Bidders providing false or fraudulent information of documentation shall subject themselves to immediate
disqualification
15.5 PART 4: Preference Points Claim Form in terms of the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022
(Annexure D) SBD 6.1
15.5.1 Bidders must complete and submit the Preference Points Claim Form (Purchases).
15.5.2 for a consortium or joint venture:
A consolidated B-BBEE certificate must be submitted
15.6 Part 5: pricing schedule
Value Added Tax must be included and shown separately.
All bid prices must be inclusive of 15% value-Added Tax where applicable
The pricing schedule included in the bid document must be completed in full and submitted in Part 5. The bidder
may attach any other document to further compliment the pricing schedule.
15.7 Part 6: proof of csd registration
A detailed copy of the CSD report together with the MAAA number must be submitted in Part 6.
15.8 Part 7: evalution criteria evidence
All the supporting evaluation criteria supporting documents must be submitted under Part 7 of the proposal
15.9 Part 8: general conditions of contract(annexture a
The fully initialled (on each page) General Conditions of Contract must be submitted under Part 8 of the
15.10 Part 9: mandatory requirements
Annexure A: pricing schedule template must be completed in full. Additional information may be
provided by the bidder must be attached to the HWSETA Pricing schedule
A copy of the title deed to prove ownership of the property must be submitted
If the bidder is an agent, a formal Power of Attorney or letter of Authority, signed by the property owner,
must be submitted
(Failure to submit any of the above listed mandatory documents together with your proposal submission will lead
to disqualification)
18.2 If the bidder fails to provide detailed costing as required in the pricing schedule.
18.3 If the bidder is prohibited from being awarded a tender in terms of paragraph 15.4
18.4 If the bidder is not registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database.
reference.
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21.2.2 Bidders must, as part of their bid documents, submit supportive documentation for all technical
requirements as indicated- hereunder. The panel responsible for scoring the respective bids will
evaluate and score all bids based on their submissions and the information provided.
21.2.3 Bidders will not rate themselves but need to ensure that all information is supplied as required. The
bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) will evaluate and score all responsive bids and will verify all
documents submitted by the bidders.
21.3 FUNCTIONAL EVALUATION CRITERIA (refer to PART B of the RFB))
21.3.1 The value scored for each criterion will be multiplied with the specified weighting for the relevant
criterion to obtain- the marks scored for each criterion.
21.3.2 The scores will be converted to a percentage and only bidders that have met or exceeded
the minimum threshold of 80% for functionality will be evaluated and scored in terms of pricing and
negotiate rates submitted by bidders. The pricing schedule must include the total bid price for the stated
scope of work.
In terms of Regulation 4 of the Preferential Regulations pertaining to the Preferential Procurement Policy
Framework Act 2000 (Act ) Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022 responsive bids will be
adjudicated by the state on the 80/20 preference point for Specific goals in terms of which points are awarded
to the bidders on the bases of:
The bidder’s price (maximum 80 points)
Specific goals (maximum 20 points)
bidders Operational Cost that must be specified in 5
Annexure A: Pricing Schedule.
property owner, must be submitted.
YES NO A fully completed Annexure A: Pricing Schedule
must be submitted. Additional information may
be attached to the Pricing Schedule template.
Failure to complete the attached template shall 6
lead to disqualification.
Financial Requirements
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf (TENDER)Pricing format: Fixed pricing schedule (Annexure A) must be completed in full; additional information may be attached. VAT (15%) must be shown separately; all bid prices inclusive of VAT where applicable. Total bid price for the stated scope must be included.
Payment terms: HWSETA pays the fee as set out in the final contract; no additional amounts payable. Invoices must comply with Section 20 of the VAT Act. Payment made into bidder's bank account normally 30 days after receipt of an acceptable, valid invoice. Banking details to be submitted on award.
Tenant Installation Allowance: One month's gross rent per year of lease term; fit-out costs deducted from this allowance.
Operational costs: Maintenance and servicing costs (alternate energy, health & safety equipment, HVAC, elevators/escalators) must be specified in Annexure A as part of the bidder's Operational Cost.
Financial capacity: No explicit turnover threshold stated. HWSETA reserves the right to negotiate rates submitted by bidders.
Tax compliance: Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN required; each JV/consortium member and sub-contractor must submit separate PIN/CSD number. Non-compliant bidders have 7 days to update tax status or face disqualification. HWSETA may cancel contract if successful bidder does not remain tax compliant for the full term.
CSD registration: Detailed CSD report with MAAA number mandatory.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf (TENDER)Mandatory registrations and certifications:
Eligibility restrictions: No bids from persons in the service of the state, companies with directors in the service of the state, or close corporations with members in the service of the state. False or fraudulent information leads to immediate disqualification and reporting to National Treasury.
Minimum functionality threshold: 80% on technical evaluation (Phase 2) and 80% on site inspection (Phase 3).
Health & Safety
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdfwe ensure that all tender awards are published within the prescribed number of working days of the successful
bidder accepting the bid award in writing. This information is made available on the e-Tender Portal, the
Section 1: introduction and background
training and skills development of the health, social development and veterinary sectors. The HWSETA
seeks to achieve the following within the sector:
a) Develop and implement the Sector Skills Plan.
b) Skills development planning, programs, and initiatives.
c) Monitoring of education and training.
d) Identification of workplaces for practical work experience.
e) Support and facilitate the development of the National Skills Development Strategy.
f) Disbursement of levies collected.
g) Forge links with all stakeholders and relevant bodies.
h) Account for the effective and efficient use of public monies in line with the provisions of the
building health and safety equipment and
systems.
fire extinguishers, fire hoses, fire alarm systems,
fire sprinkler systems, smoke detector systems,
and access control systems.
Contractual Terms
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf5.1 Copyright of all customised/developed documentation relating to this contract belongs to the HWSETA. The
successful bidder may not disclose any information, documentation or products to other clients without the
written approval of the HWSETA.
5.2 All the intellectual property rights arising from the execution of this Agreement relating to any
customisation/development for the HWSETA, shall vest in HWSETA who shall be entitled to cede and assign
such to the Department of Higher Education and Training and the Service provider undertakes to honour such
intellectual property rights and all future rights by keeping the know-how and all published and unpublished
material confidential.
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5.3 In the event that the service provider would like to use information or data generated by the service, prior written
permission must be obtained from HWSETA.
5.4 HWSETA shall own all materials produced by the Service provider during the course of, or as part of the service
including without limitation, deliverables, computer programmes (source code and object code), programming aids
and tools, documentation, reports, data, designs, concepts and other information whether capable of being
copyrighted or not (“IP”) which IP HWSETA shall be entitled to freely cede and assign to the Department of Higher
give effect to this cession, assignment or transfer.
5.6 The Service provider hereby irrevocably cedes, assigns and transfers to HWSETA or the Department of Higher
Education and Training, as HWSETA directs, all rights, title and interest in and to all IP (which includes, but is not
limited to methodologies and products) connected with or applicable to the Services.
5.7 The Service provider acknowledges and agrees that:
5.7.1 Each provision of this clause is separate, and separately enforceable from any other provisions of this
agreement.
5.7.3 The invalidity or non-enforceability of any one or more provision hereof, shall not prejudice or effect the
enforceability and validity of the remaining provisions of this agreement; and
5.7.4 This contract contains various stipulatio alteri in favour of the Department of Higher Education and Training,
which rights shall continue in effect after termination of this Agreement, and which rights can be exercised
and enforced at any time by the Department of Higher Education and Training.
5.8 Clause 5.7.3 shall survive termination of this agreement.
9.1 The waiver (whether express or implied) by any Party of any breach of the terms or conditions of this contract by the
other Party shall not prejudice any remedy of the waiving party in respect of any continuing or other breach of the
terms and conditions hereof.
9.2 No favour, delay, relaxation, or indulgence on the part of any Party in exercising any power or right conferred on such
Section
Source: Eastern Cape. TOR (2).pdf21.4 HWSETA SPECIFIC GOALS (Phase 1c)
For this tenderer will be allocating 20 points for the HWSETA specific goals stated in the table below as
may be supported by proof/documentation stated in the condition of this tender.
Note to the tenders: the tenderer must indicate how they claim the points for each preference point
system – Refer to the attached SBD 6.1 form)
Hwseta specific definition point
No.
Goals allocation
Classification
ownership is a generic term which
percentage 51% means African woman,
to 100% (3 Coloured woman and
points) Indian woman
Less than 51%
(0 points)
disability term or recurring physical
ownership or mental impairment
percentage 20% which substantially limits
or more (4 their prospects of entry
points) Less into, or advancement in,
than 20% (0 employment.
points)
ownership ages of 14 and 35
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percentage
30%-100%
ownership (5
points) Less
than 30% (0
points)
A Qualifying Small Business 4 QSE/EME (5 5
points) Enterprise (QSE) in terms of a code
of good practise on black economic
empowerment issued in terms of
section 9(1) of the Broad-Based
Black Economic Empowerment Act
An Exempted Micro
Enterprise (EME)in terms
of the code of good
practise on black
economic empowerment
issued in terms of section
9(1) of the Broad -Based
Black Economic
Empowerment Act
Black ownership Is a generic term which
51%-100% (3 Coloureds and Indians
points) Less
than 51% (0
points
Total maximum points 20
NB: Points will be allocated based on ownership to the company (main tendering entity). Please
attach proof/required documents.
Sworn Affidavit (EME/QSE) or
B-BBEE certificate by SANAS accredited agency
Certified disability certificate issued by a registered medical professional in case of claiming
points for disability. This certificate should clearly state the nature and severity of your
disability, confirming that you’re unable to work.
Or
A medical report and functional assessment report completed by a registered doctor and
should not be older than three months.
Note to tenderers: the tenderer must indicate how they claim points for each preference point system)
Failure on the part of a tenderer to submit proof or documentation required in terms of this tender to claim points for
specific goals with the tender, will be interpreted to mean that preference points for specific goals are not claimed.
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HWSETA reserves the right to require of a tenderer, either before a tender is adjudicated or at any time subsequently,
to substantiate any claim in regard to preferences, in any manner required.
The points scored by a bidder in respect of points indicated above will be added to the points scored for price.
Bidders are requested to complete the various specific goals forms in order to claim points.
Only a bidder who has completed and signed the declaration part of the preference claim form will be considered for
specific goal points.
21.5. PRICE/FINANCIAL FORMULAR AND POINTS ALLOCATION (Phase 1d)
The Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022 were gazetted on 4 November 2022 (No.47452) with
effect from 16 January 2023. The 80/20 preference points systems will be applied in accordance with
the formula and applicable points provided for in the respective status level contributor tables in the
Regulations.
Price/financial proposals must be submitted in South African rand. HWSETA reserves the right to
negotiate rates submitted by bidders. The pricing schedule must include the total bid price for the stated
scope of work.
In terms of Regulation 4 of the Preferential Regulations pertaining to the Preferential Procurement Policy
Framework Act 2000 (Act ) Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022 responsive bids will be
adjudicated by the state on the 80/20 preference point for Specific goals in terms of which points are awarded
to the bidders on the bases of:
The bidder’s price (maximum 80 points)
Specific goals (maximum 20 points)
The following formula will be used to calculate the points for price in respect of bidders with Rand value up to
R50 000 000:
− bddd
ɐe = 80(1 −be bddd )
Where
Ps= Points scored for price of tender under consideration;
Pt= Price for tender under consideration; and
Pmin = Price of lowest acceptable tender
A maximum of 80 points may be allocated for price and 20 points may be awarded to a tenderer for the specific goal
specified for the tender. The points scored for the specific goal must be added to the points scored for the price and
the total must be rounded off to the nearest two decimal places. Subject to section 2(1) (f) of the Act, the contract
must be awarded to the tenderer scoring- the highest points.
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21.6 Adjudication of bid
HWSETA reserves the right to arrange contracts with more than one contractor.
In the event that two or more bids have sored equal total points, the contract will be awarded to the bidder
scoring the highest number of points for specific goals. Should two or more bids be equal in all respects, the
award shall be decided by drawing of lots.
A contract may, on reasonable and justifiable grounds, be awarded to a bid that did not score the highest
number of points.
The Board will consider the recommendations of the Bid Adjudication Committee as well as the Tender
Standing Committee and make the final award.
The successful bidder will usually be the service provider scoring the highest number of points, or it may be
a lower scoring bid on justifiable grounds, or no award at all.
Part a evaluation criteria
The bids will be evaluated on functionality separately first. Bids scoring less than 80% on the functionality will not be
considered further in the evaluation and will be disregarded.
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Appointment of a service provider to provide office space for the health
And welfare sector education and training authority (hwseta) eastern
Cape provincial office.
Part b
Section 1: introduction and background
training and skills development of the health, social development and veterinary sectors. The HWSETA
seeks to achieve the following within the sector:
a) Develop and implement the Sector Skills Plan.
b) Skills development planning, programs, and initiatives.
c) Monitoring of education and training.
d) Identification of workplaces for practical work experience.
e) Support and facilitate the development of the National Skills Development Strategy.
f) Disbursement of levies collected.
g) Forge links with all stakeholders and relevant bodies.
h) Account for the effective and efficient use of public monies in line with the provisions of the
Public Finance Management Act.
i) Promotion of the employment of disabled persons.
Provincial Office.
Chiselhurst, East London.
Section 2: evaluation criteria
Bids will be evaluated in four phases:
Phase 1: Administrative and Mandatory Requirements (Part A)
Bidders must comply with the administrative requirements as per Parts 1– 4, Part 6 and Part 8
read with 3.1 of the condition of contract as well as the mandatory requirements as per
paragraph 15.1, Part 9. Bidders who comply with these requirements will qualify for evaluation
in Phase 2: Technical and Functional Requirements.
Phase 2: Technical and Functional Requirements
In Phase 2: Technical and Functional Requirements, bidders are required to achieve 80 points
out of 100 to qualify for evaluation in Phase 3: Site Evaluation/Inspection.
Phase 3: Site Evaluation/Inspection
In Phase 3: Site Evaluation/Inspection, bidders are required to achieve 80 points out of 100 to
qualify for evaluation in Phase 4: Price and HWSETA specific goals.
Phase 4: Price and HWSETA Specific Goals
All proposals submitted will be evaluated in accordance with either the 80/20 or 90/10
preference point system where the lowest acceptable tender will be used to determine the
applicable preference point system.
Section 3: phase 2 – technical and functional evaluation
In Phase 2: Technical and Functional Requirements, bidders are required to achieve 80 points
out of 100 to qualify for evaluation in Phase 3: Site Evaluation/Inspection.
Table 1: technical & functional requirements. Criteria 1 – 10.
Instructions:
The bidder is required to complete Table 1, which details the first 10 (ten) technical & functional
requirements of the bid. Please indicate the page in the bid where the supporting information and or
documentation can be found. If the bidder does not answer “YES” to the first ten criteria and
if Table 1 is not fully completed, the bid will unfortunately not be considered further.
Table 1
Technical & functional supporting information and / or
Requirements documentation
Yes NO
The bidder agrees to the lease period of 01
February 2027 up until 31 March 2030, with
beneficial occupation provided before the
start date of the lease for renovations and
installations.
Please provide the buildings’ The office space is in a business environment
YES NO address details:
0-15km radius of 3-33 Phillip Frame Road,
Chiselhurst, East London.
YES NO Please indicate the actual size of The office space size is between 395m2 to 434m2
the office space in m2 (GLA) that is Gross Lettable Area.
being tendered.
The proposed space must not be split
between two separate floors or two separate m2
buildings. It must be one single space.
The office space is in an existing building that is a YES NO
complete built structure.
Toilet facilities:
NO yes
Separate Male (minimum quantity of 2),
Separate Female (minimum quantity of 2),
disability friendly toilet (minimum quantity
of 1) that is conveniently accessible. 3
movement of goods, persons, and disabled
persons between floors.
power supply in the building.
Tenants in building: NO
YES Please indicate page in the The names of the current tenants together with,
a detailed description of the nature of the bid were information on the
respective tenants’ business must be submitted. tenants in the building can be
reviewed.
Note:
The current tenants of the proposed building/s Page:
will be evaluated by determining if the nature of
their business is conducive to the HWSETA ____________________
operations and shall be deemed acceptable
by the HWSETA in its sole and absolute
discretion, e.g. if a neighboring business
poses a security risk.
The bidder shall provide the following: YES NO
available as covered parking.
HWSETA visitor.
disability friendly open parking bay.
Total = 10
Electricity Outage: YES NO
The bidder agrees to provide an alternate energy
supply for the proposed office space in the event of
electricity interruptions. 4
Lessor maintenance obligations
Yes NO
The Lessor shall assume full financial and
operational responsibility for the installation,
servicing, maintenance, repair, and
replacement of all building equipment and
systems detailed below for the entire duration
of the lease.
Alternate energy supply system
service the alternate energy supply system.
Health and safety equipment
building health and safety equipment and
systems.
fire extinguishers, fire hoses, fire alarm systems,
fire sprinkler systems, smoke detector systems,
and access control systems.
Heating, ventilation, and air
Conditioning (HVAC)
decentralized HVAC system upon completion
of the fit-out.
including the supply and installation of any
additional air-conditioning units, shall be funded
through the Tenant Installation Allowance.
replacement costs for the HVAC system shall
be borne entirely by the Bidder.
Elevators and escalators
all elevators and escalators within the building.
Note:
Maintenance and servicing costs will form part of the
bidders Operational Cost that must be specified in 5
Annexure A: Pricing Schedule.
The bidder agrees to provide a Tenant
Installation Allowance of an amount equal to
one month’s gross rent for every year of the YES NO
lease term.
The HWSETA reserves the right to view the
invoices received by the bidder for the fit out
of the premises.
The landlord will hire a professional team to
complete the internal fit-out of the office
premises. All fees for this team and all fit-
out costs will be deducted from the Tenant
Installation Allowance. YES NO
The team's responsibilities include, but are not
limited to, the following activities:
compliant with all South African Statutory
Regulations and Acts.
satisfaction of the HWSETA.
A copy of the title deed to prove ownership of the YES NO property must be submitted.
If the bidder is an agent, a formal Power of
Attorney or Letter of Authority, signed by the
property owner, must be submitted.
Description
Source: Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf (TENDER)provisions
in the SCC shall prevail.
Table of clauses
Submission Guidelines
Source: Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf (TENDER)Returnable documents are not specified in the available document. The document only provides general conditions of contract and does not list specific returnable forms.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf (TENDER)Bidders must have a valid tax clearance certificate issued by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) prior to award. No contract will be concluded with a bidder whose tax matters are not in order. The supplier must not be prohibited from doing business with the public sector. The bidder must comply with the NIP Programme if applicable. The supplier must not assign obligations without prior written consent. The bidder must not have engaged in corrupt or fraudulent practices.
Technical Specifications
Source: Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf (TENDER)The document provides general conditions of contract but does not specify technical requirements for the office space. It mentions that goods supplied shall conform to standards mentioned in bidding documents and specifications, but no specific standards are listed.
Financial Requirements
Source: Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf (TENDER)Performance security must be furnished within thirty (30) days of receipt of notification of contract award, in the amount specified in the Special Conditions of Contract (SCC). The performance security may be a bank guarantee, irrevocable letter of credit, cashier's or certified cheque. Payment will be made in Rand unless otherwise stipulated in SCC, and payments shall be made no later than thirty (30) days after submission of invoice or claim.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf (TENDER)The bidder must have a valid tax clearance certificate issued by SARS prior to award. The supplier must not be prohibited from doing business with the public sector. The bidder must comply with the NIP Programme if applicable. The supplier must not assign obligations without prior written consent. The bidder must not have engaged in corrupt or fraudulent practices.
Health & Safety
Source: Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf (TENDER)1.1 “Closing time” means the date and hour specified in the bidding
documents for the receipt of bids.
1.2 “Contract” means the written agreement entered into between the
purchaser and the supplier, as recorded in the contract form signed by
the parties, including all attachments and appendices thereto and all
documents incorporated by reference therein.
1.3 “Contract price” means the price payable to the supplier under the
contract for the full and proper performance of his contractual
obligations.
1.4 “Corrupt practice” means the offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting
of any thing of value to influence the action of a public official in the
procurement process or in contract execution.
1.5 "Countervailing duties" are imposed in cases where an enterprise
abroad is subsidized by its government and encouraged to market its
products internationally.
1.6 “Country of origin” means the place where the goods were mined,
grown or produced or from which the services are supplied. Goods are
produced when, through manufacturing, processing or substantial and
major assembly of components, a commercially recognized new
product results that is substantially different in basic characteristics or
in purpose or utility from its components.
1.7 “Day” means calendar day.
1.8 “Delivery” means delivery in compliance of the conditions of the
contract or order.
1.9 “Delivery ex stock” means immediate delivery directly from stock
actually on hand.
1.10 “Delivery into consignees store or to his site” means delivered and
unloaded in the specified store or depot or on the specified site in
compliance with the conditions of the contract or order, the supplier
bearing all risks and charges involved until the supplies are so
delivered and a valid receipt is obtained.
1.11 "Dumping" occurs when a private enterprise abroad market its goods
on own initiative in the RSA at lower prices than that of the country of
origin and which have the potential to harm the local industries in the
in its sovereign capacity, wars or revolutions, fires, floods, epidemics,
quarantine restrictions and freight embargoes.
1.13 “Fraudulent practice” means a misrepresentation of facts in order to
influence a procurement process or the execution of a contract to the
detriment of any bidder, and includes collusive practice among bidders
(prior to or after bid submission) designed to establish bid prices at
artificial non-competitive levels and to deprive the bidder of the
benefits of free and open competition.
1.14 “GCC” means the General Conditions of Contract.
1.15 “Goods” means all of the equipment, machinery, and/or other materials
that the supplier is required to supply to the purchaser under the
contract.
1.16 “Imported content” means that portion of the bidding price represented
by the cost of components, parts or materials which have been or are
still to be imported (whether by the supplier or his subcontractors) and
which costs are inclusive of the costs abroad, plus freight and other
direct importation costs such as landing costs, dock dues, import duty,
sales duty or other similar tax or duty at the South African place of
entry as well as transportation and handling charges to the factory in
the Republic where the supplies covered by the bid will be
manufactured.
1.17 “Local content” means that portion of the bidding price which is not
included in the imported content provided that local manufacture does
take place.
1.18 “Manufacture” means the production of products in a factory using
labour, materials, components and machinery and includes other
related value-adding activities.
1.19 “Order” means an official written order issued for the supply of goods
or works or the rendering of a service.
1.20 “Project site,” where applicable, means the place indicated in bidding
documents.
1.21 “Purchaser” means the organization purchasing the goods.
1.22 “Republic” means the Republic of South Africa.
1.23 “SCC” means the Special Conditions of Contract.
1.24 “Services” means those functional services ancillary to the supply of
the goods, such as transportation and any other incidental services,
such as installation, commissioning, provision of technical assistance,
training, catering, gardening, security, maintenance and other such
obligations of the supplier covered under the contract.
1.25 “Written” or “in writing” means handwritten in ink or any form of
electronic or mechanical writing.
including bids for functional and professional services, sales, hiring,
letting and the granting or acquiring of rights, but excluding
immovable property, unless otherwise indicated in the bidding
documents.
2.2 Where applicable, special conditions of contract are also laid down to
cover specific supplies, services or works.
2.3 Where such special conditions of contract are in conflict with these
general conditions, the special conditions shall apply.
shall not be liable for any expense incurred in the preparation and
submission of a bid. Where applicable a non-refundable fee for
documents may be charged.
3.2 With certain exceptions, invitations to bid are only published in the
also be applicable to any other enterprise or any partner, manager,
director or other person who wholly or partly exercises or exercised or
may exercise control over the enterprise of the first-mentioned person,
and with which enterprise or person the first-mentioned person, is or was
in the opinion of the Accounting Officer / Authority actively associated.
23.6 If a restriction is imposed, the purchaser must, within five (5) working
days of such imposition, furnish the National Treasury, with the
following information:
(i) the name and address of the supplier and / or person restricted by the
purchaser;
(ii) the date of commencement of the restriction
(iii) the period of restriction; and
(iv) the reasons for the restriction.
These details will be loaded in the National Treasury’s central database
of suppliers or persons prohibited from doing business with the public
sector.
23.7 If a court of law convicts a person of an offence as contemplated in
sections 12 or 13 of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities
Act, No. , the court may also rule that such person’s name be
endorsed on the Register for Tender Defaulters. When a person’s name
has been endorsed on the Register, the person will be prohibited from
doing business with the public sector for a period not less than five years
and not more than 10 years. The National Treasury is empowered to
determine the period of restriction and each case will be dealt with on its
own merits. According to section 32 of the Act the Register must be
open to the public. The Register can be perused on the National Treasury
website.
duties and rights provisional payment or anti-dumping or countervailing right is
increased in respect of any dumped or subsidized import, the State is
not liable for any amount so required or imposed, or for the amount of
any such increase. When, after the said date, such a provisional
payment is no longer required or any such anti-dumping or
countervailing right is abolished, or where the amount of such
provisional payment or any such right is reduced, any such favourable
difference shall on demand be paid forthwith by the contractor to the
State or the State may deduct such amounts from moneys (if any)
which may otherwise be due to the contractor in regard to supplies or
services which he delivered or rendered, or is to deliver or render in
terms of the contract or any other contract or any other amount which
may be due to him
Contractual Terms
Source: Easten Cape HWSETA GENERAL CONDITION OF CONTRACT.pdf (TENDER)The contract is governed by the General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Special Conditions of Contract (SCC) supplement the GCC and prevail in case of conflict. The supplier must provide performance security within 30 days of contract award, in the amount specified in SCC. The supplier warrants goods are new and free from defects for 12 months after delivery or 18 months after shipment, whichever is earlier. Payment is due within 30 days of invoice. The supplier may not assign obligations without prior written consent. The purchaser may terminate for default, and the supplier may be restricted from doing business with the public sector for up to 10 years. Disputes are resolved through consultation, then mediation, then South African courts. The contract is written in English and interpreted under South African law.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Eastern Cape NEW HWSETA SBD 4 FORM INTERNAL AUDIT 002-2025.doc (unknown)Returnable documents: SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) must be completed, signed, and submitted with the bid. The form requires disclosure of any state employment, relationships with procuring institution staff, and interests in related enterprises. False or incomplete disclosure disqualifies the bid. Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers are automatically disqualified.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Eastern Cape NEW HWSETA SBD 4 FORM INTERNAL AUDIT 002-2025.doc (unknown)Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers. Bidders must disclose any director, trustee, shareholder, member, partner, or controlling person employed by the state. Bidders must disclose any relationship with a person employed by the procuring institution. Bidders must disclose any interest in another related enterprise. Bidders must not engage in collusive bidding or disclose bid terms to competitors. Suspicious bids are reported to the Competition Commission and may be restricted from public sector business for up to 10 years.
Technical Specifications
Source: Eastern Cape NEW HWSETA SBD 4 FORM INTERNAL AUDIT 002-2025.doc (unknown)Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In line with the principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and further expressed in various pieces of legislation, it is required for the bidder to make this declaration in respect of the details required hereunder.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Eastern Cape NEW HWSETA SBD 4 FORM INTERNAL AUDIT 002-2025.doc (unknown)SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) must be completed and signed. Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers.
Description
Source: Eastern Cape FINAL HWSETA SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.docx (unknown)The document is the SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form for the tender. It sets out the preference point system and specific goals for this tender.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Eastern Cape FINAL HWSETA SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.docx (unknown)Returnable documents: SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form, completed and signed. The form must be submitted with the tender; failure to submit proof or documentation for claimed specific goals will result in those points not being awarded.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Eastern Cape FINAL HWSETA SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.docx (unknown)The 80/20 preference point system applies. Price is allocated a maximum of 80 points; specific goals are allocated a maximum of 20 points. Specific goals and their points: Black woman ownership (3), People with disability ownership (4), Black youth ownership (5), QSE/EME (5), Black ownership (3). Bidders must indicate how they claim points for each specific goal and provide supporting documentation. The organ of state may require substantiation of any preference claim before or after adjudication.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Eastern Cape FINAL HWSETA SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.docx (unknown)SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form: must be completed and submitted to claim specific goal points. The form requires company name, registration number, and type of company/firm. Bidders must certify that the information is true and correct; fraudulent claims may lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, recovery of damages, restriction from doing business with the state for up to 10 years, and criminal prosecution.
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.
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.
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