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 5 March 2026. Submissions are no longer accepted. The tender lifecycle continues — check the awards section for updates.
Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
Meiring Naude Road - Brummeria - Pretoria - 0001
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Feb 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-146103
This tender invites suppliers to provide, install, and maintain a bulk liquid nitrogen storage and delivery system for DENEL dynamics’ detek facility at the csir pretoria campus. The contract spans 60 months, requiring a minimum monthly supply of ±4000 kg of liquid nitrogen on an as-and-when-required basis, with strict compliance to safety, technical, and regulatory standards.
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The service provider shall inspect and examine the site and its surroundings and satisfy himself/herself before submitting his/her quotation as to the layout of the area for the installation of the vessel and the practicality thereof. The service provider must inspect the means of access to the site and in general shall obtain all necessary information as to the risks, contingencies and other circumstances which may influence or affect his/her work. The service provider shall be deemed to have satisfied himself/herself before submitting the quotation as to the correctness and sufficiency of his/her quotation for the work, rates and prices he/she has stated in the quotation.
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Meiring Naude Road - Brummeria - Pretoria - 0001
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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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Appointment of Supplier - Nitrogen Gas Jan 2026.pdf
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Date & Time
Thursday, 05 March 2026 - 11:00
Venue
The CSIR Pretoria site, Meiring Naude Road, Building 43 E
This briefing session took place during the tender period.
No specific requirements found
MandatoryCategory: compliance
03 Feb
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
05 Mar
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Pending
Awaiting Award of Contract
This tender has not yet been awarded. The contracting authority is expected to publish the award notice in due course.
05 Mar
2026
Submissions Closed
No further submissions were accepted after this date.
Organization
DENEL (Pty) LtdDenel is South Africa's state-owned defence and aerospace company.
Contact Person
Patrick Tsotetsi
Phone
012-671-1680
Denel is South Africa's state-owned defence and aerospace company.
Matched by category & region
Median Estimate
R 4 600 000
Range
Based on General government tender averages. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
* Estimates are based on historical data and do not guarantee actual award values.
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Important Dates
Source: Appointment of Supplier - Nitrogen Gas Jan 2026.pdfCompulsory Briefing Session: 12 February 2026, 10H00–11H30. RFP Closing Date: 05 March 2026, 11H00. Issue Date: 03 February 2026.
Contact Information
Source: Appointment of Supplier - Nitrogen Gas Jan 2026.pdf{"name": null, "email": "[email protected]", "phone": null, "department": "Supply Chain Management", "address": "DENEL SOC LTD, Nellmapius Drive, IRENE, 0157"}
Submission Guidelines
Source: Appointment of Supplier - Nitrogen Gas Jan 2026.pdfSubmit one (1) fully completed and signed original bid document in a sealed envelope, marked as confidential, for the attention of the Supply Chain Management Office. Submit one (1) copy in PDF on a USB. Place bids in the Tender Box at: DENEL SOC LTD, Nellmapius Drive, IRENE, 0157. Late submissions will not be considered. All submissions must be in English. Failure to attend the compulsory briefing session on 12 February 2026 (10H00–11H30) will disqualify your bid. Ensure all information is delivered to the correct email address ([email protected]). Denel Dynamics may seek clarification; failure to respond satisfactorily may lead to disqualification. Do not remove any pages from the original tender document.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Appointment of Supplier - Nitrogen Gas Jan 2026.pdfEvaluation occurs in four stages: (1) Administrative Requirements, (2) Mandatory Requirements, (3) Technical Functionality, (4) Price and Specific Goals. Bidders must qualify at each stage to proceed. Minimum functional score to advance: 70 points. Technical Functionality (25 points per criterion): (a) History of supplying ≥4000 kg/month liquid nitrogen (1–5 points based on number of verifiable client references). (b) Ability to supply/install/maintain a safe bulk liquid nitrogen storage vessel (1–5 points, requires SAQCC gas certification and AIA third-party certification). (c) Safe and reliable delivery plan with proof of cryogenic tanker fleet (1–5 points). (d) Project plan, risk management, quality management, and technical backing (1–5 points). Mandatory Requirements: CIDB grading 4ME or higher, attendance of compulsory briefing, three (3) original letters of recommendation for ≥4000 kg/month supply, submission of one original + one PDF copy on USB.
Technical Specifications
Source: Appointment of Supplier - Nitrogen Gas Jan 2026.pdfSupply, deliver, install, and commission a bulk liquid nitrogen storage vessel to supply ±4000 kg/month to Denel Dynamics’ DETEK facility (CSIR Pretoria campus) for 60 months on an as-and-when-required basis. Vessel must: (a) Comply with Pressure Equipment Regulations and industry safety standards. (b) Have minimum capacity of 6.4m³ (6400L). (c) Deliver liquid nitrogen at 8–10 Bar pressure. (d) Include all necessary valves, pipes, and electrical connections for cryogenic tanker offloading. Supplier must: (a) Own and maintain the vessel. (b) Provide training on safe tank operation. (c) Ensure foundation supports a fully filled vessel. (d) Install access gates if existing fencing is inadequate. Site location: CSIR Pretoria, GPS 25.45.191° S, 28.16.649°E, Building 43E. Supplier must inspect site, arrange labor/transport, and handle all logistics. Work must comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993, and other relevant legislation.
Financial Requirements
Source: Appointment of Supplier - Nitrogen Gas Jan 2026.pdfFixed-price tender in ZAR. Submit detailed costing on official company letterhead. Include all costs (removal, installation, rental of equipment) per month and per year for 5 years. No price adjustments allowed post-closure. Use one-envelope tendering system (price in same envelope).
Compliance Requirements
Source: Appointment of Supplier - Nitrogen Gas Jan 2026.pdfAdministrative: (1) SARS Tax PIN, (2) CSD Full Report with verified banking details, (3) Completed and signed SCM compliance documents, (4) Certified B-BBEE certificate or Commissioner of Oaths affidavit. Mandatory: (1) CIDB grading 4ME or higher, (2) Compulsory briefing attendance, (3) Three (3) original letters of recommendation for ≥4000 kg/month liquid nitrogen supply (template provided), (4) Submit one original bid + one PDF copy on USB. Special Conditions: (1) Valid COIDA certificate, (2) Safety File submission within 10 working days of award, (3) Provisional project plan required (non-submission may disqualify), (4) All work/materials must comply with OHSA, National Building Regulations, and SANS. Supplier must provide: company profile, certified ID copies of directors, and supplier declaration (Annexure D).
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
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
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Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
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These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.
Act 4 of 2006
Relevant to electricity, generation, transmission, distribution and energy-service procurement.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance. Relevant because this tender appears to involve petroleum, oil, gas, fuel, or energy-resource services.
Act 107 of 1998
Relevant where environmental authorisations, EIAs or environmental compliance may apply.
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Act 85 of 1993
Sets health and safety duties for contractors, employers and service providers working on public-sector sites.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance. Relevant because this tender appears to involve petroleum, oil, gas, fuel, or energy-resource services.
Act 28 of 2002
Relevant to mineral resources, mining rights, prospecting and mining-related procurement.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve petroleum, oil, gas, fuel, or energy-resource services.
Act 40 of 2004
Relevant to regulated electricity, piped-gas and petroleum-pipeline activities.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance.
Address
R1 Building, Denel Aviation, Atlas Road, O.R. Tambo, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
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Last checked
05 Jun 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
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Contact
012-671-1680[email protected]www.denel.co.zaR1 Building, Denel Aviation, Atlas Road, O.R. Tambo, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa
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