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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
iThemba Old Faure Rd Cape Town 7130 - Cape Town - Cape Town - 7130
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-158007
The national research foundation (nrf), via ithemba labs, invites quotations for the supply of 20 reels of metalised (aluminium) pet non-adhesive tape (100 µm thick, 12mm wide, 76mm core diameter, 480m per reel). This tender is open to compliant suppliers registered on the central supplier database (csd).
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 10 June 2026 - 11:00
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Metalised (alu.) Pet 100 μm thick x 12mm wide, non- adhesive tape. Core diameter 76mm length per reel 480m
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iThemba Old Faure Rd Cape Town 7130 - Cape Town - Cape Town - 7130
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Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf03 Jun
2026
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10 Jun
2026
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RFQ for Metalise.pdf
The National Research Foundation (NRF), through iThemba LABS, is requesting quotations for the supply of Metalised (Aluminum) PET tape with specific dimensions: 100 µm thick, 12mm wide, non-adhesive, with a core diameter of 76mm and a length of 480m per reel. A total of 20 reels are required. The tender is governed by the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and uses the 80/20 preference point system (80 points for price, 20 for B-BBEE status).
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iThemba LABS requires the supply of 20 reels of Metalised (Aluminium) PET tape with the following specifications: 100 µm thick, 12mm wide, non-adhesive, core diameter 76mm, and length per reel 480m.
Important Dates
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 10 June 2026 at 11:00 am. Prices quoted must remain valid for at least 60 days from the closing date.
Contact Information
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)For technical or SCM queries, email [email protected]. Submission email: [email protected]. Delivery address: iThemba LABS, ATT: SCM Department, Old Faure Road, Faure, 7131. 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 for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)Submit your quotation via email to [email protected] by 10 June 2026 at 11:00 am. Late submissions will not be accepted. Mandatory returnable documents: SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure, signed and completed), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim, signed and completed with B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit), CSD Summary Report (from www.csd.gov.za), and pricing schedule (or official quotation). Changes to the RFQ template or its terms after the closing date/time will not be considered. Failure to provide mandatory documents may result in disqualification. Bidders must certify that their submission is independent and free from collusion, as per the SBD 4 disclosure form. Any false or incomplete disclosure may result in disqualification or legal action under the Competition Act or Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
Returnable Documents
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)CSD Supplier Number: MAAA................................................
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation is based on functionality, price, and B-BBEE. The 80/20 preference point system applies: 80 points for price (calculated as Ps = (Pmin / Pt)
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)Supply 20 reels of Metalised (Aluminium) PET tape with the following specifications: thickness 100 µm, width 12mm, non-adhesive, core diameter 76mm, and length per reel 480m. Include a datasheet for the product with your quotation.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdfComplete the pricing schedule in ZAR, inclusive of VAT. Include: price per unit (or equivalent), quantity (20 reels), total price per unit (incl. VAT), delivery fee to iThemba LABS, and total amount (VAT inclusive). Prices must remain valid for 60 days from the closing date.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)Pricing must be in ZAR, inclusive of VAT, and firm for 60 days from the closing date. Complete the pricing schedule with: price per unit (or equivalent), quantity (20 reels), total price per unit (incl. VAT), delivery fee to iThemba LABS, and total amount (VAT inclusive). Payment terms are 30 days from the date of invoice receipt. For advance payments, a payment guarantee approved by iThemba Labs Finance is required. If proposing shorter payment terms (e.g., 7 or 14 days from delivery), mutually agree on this with iThemba LABS at the time of submitting your pricing proposal and provide a Payment Guarantee to mitigate risks. Clearly indicate a firm delivery period in your quotation.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory compliance: Bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). CSD registration is compulsory; bids from unregistered bidders will not be considered. Tax compliance: Provide a valid tax compliance status PIN. CSD and tax compliance PIN are the only approved methods for verifying tax compliance. Submit SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure, signed and completed) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim, signed and completed with B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit). Bidders must declare any state employment, relationships with procuring institution employees, or interests in related enterprises. Bidders listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers will be disqualified. Contract is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022, as well as the General Conditions of Contract (GCC).
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)B-BBEE preference points (20 points total) are allocated based on the bidder's B-BBEE status level: Level 1-3: 8 points, Level 4-6: 6 points, Level 7-8: 2 points. Additional points may be claimed for: 51% Black-owned (3 points), 51% Black female-owned (3 points), 51% Black youth-owned (1 point), 51% owned by People with Disabilities (1 point), EME/QSE (4 points). Submit a SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit to claim points. Failure to submit proof will result in no preference points being awarded. The organ of state may request substantiation of claims at any time.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdfContract is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022, as well as the General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Special conditions may apply. For advance payments, a payment guarantee approved by iThemba Labs Finance is required. Payment terms are 30 days from invoice receipt unless shorter terms (7 or 14 days from delivery) are mutually agreed upon, in which case a Payment Guarantee must be submitted to mitigate risks. A firm delivery period must be indicated in the quotation. Late submissions will not be accepted. Changes to the RFQ template or terms after the closing date/time will not be considered. Bidders failing to provide mandatory requirements may be disqualified. Fraudulent claims or non-compliance with contract conditions may result in disqualification, cost recovery, contract cancellation, or restriction from public sector business for up to 10 years.
Special Conditions
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 10 June 2026 at 11:00 am. Late submissions will not be accepted. Bidders must certify that their submission is independent and free from collusion, as per the SBD 4 disclosure form. Any false or incomplete disclosure may result in disqualification or legal action under the Competition Act or Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
Requirements
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory requirements: Bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). Tax compliance status must be verified via CSD and tax compliance PIN. Submit SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) forms. Bidders must declare any state employment, relationships with procuring institution employees, or interests in related enterprises. False or incomplete declarations may lead to disqualification or legal consequences.
Section
Source: RFQ for Metalise.pdfEvaluation is based on functionality, price, and B-BBEE. The 80/20 preference point system applies: 80 points for price and 20 points for B-BBEE. If all bids exceed R1,000,000.00, the request is automatically cancelled. The contract will be awarded to the tenderer scoring the highest points, subject to section 2(1)(f) of the PPPFA. Points for price are calculated as Ps = (Pmin / Pt)
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