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Issuing Organization
Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (merSETA)Location
Gauteng
Closing Date
28 May 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Proposal
Delivery Location
8 Hillside road - Park Town - Johannesburg - 2193
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
25 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-157055
This tender seeks proposals for the provision of directors and officers (d&o) liability insurance cover for the manufacturing, engineering and related services seta (merseta). The policy will operate on a 'claims made' basis, covering claims first made and notified during the policy period, with a current limit of indemnity set at r10 million.
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Request for Proposal
8 Hillside road - Park Town - Johannesburg - 2193
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25 May
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
28 May
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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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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Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A ( (3) (4) (2) (2) (1) (2) (1).doc
The tender is for the provision of Directors and Officers (D&O) liability insurance cover for the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (merSETA) in the Northern Cape. The bid requires a detailed disclosure form to ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical compliance as per South African legislation.
SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022 with goals (3) (2) (2) (2) (1) (2) (1).docx
Director's liability FORM.pdf
The tender is for the provision of Directors and Officers (D&O) Liability Insurance Cover for the Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (merSETA). The insurance must cover directors and officers against claims arising from their managerial decisions. The policy operates on a 'claims-made' basis, and applicants must disclose all material information accurately to avoid claim repudiation.
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Evaluation Criteria
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A ( (3) (4) (2) (2) (1) (2) (1).docTechnical Specifications
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A ( (3) (4) (2) (2) (1) (2) (1).docCompliance Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4_Annexure A ( (3) (4) (2) (2) (1) (2) (1).docContact Information
Source: Director's liability FORM.pdfPrimary contact: Prince Sambo, email: [email protected], phone: 010 219 3373. Underwriter contact: A C and E PI & Liability Underwriting Managers (Pty) Ltd, phone: 011 615 7529, fax: 011 615 9360, address: 7th Floor Office Tower, Bedford Centre, Smith Street, Bedfordview, P O Box 752189, Gardenview, 2047. Website: www.engineeringace.co.za. Managing Director: Anne-Marie Fourie.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Director's liability FORM.pdfSubmit the completed Directors and Officers Liability Insurance Proposal Form. Required returnables: (1) Fully answered proposal form with all applicable questions completed accurately. (2) Latest annual financial statements of the applicant/company. (3) Additional sheets if more space is needed for answers. Disqualification risk: Failure to disclose material information or incomplete answers may result in claim repudiation. Note: Submission does not bind the proposer or insurers to complete the insurance. All communication must be channelled through a licensed intermediary (Broker) as per SAUMA Code of Conduct.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Director's liability FORM.pdfEvaluation is based on: (1) Legal registration: Applicant must be a legally registered entity with valid company registration and VAT number (if applicable). (2) Completeness of information: Full details of directors/officers to be covered must be provided. (3) Financial disclosure: Latest annual financial statements, revenue, and assets for the applicant and all subsidiaries must be submitted. (4) Insurance history: Disclosure of any current or previous D&O liability insurance, including limits, premiums, retroactive dates, policy periods, and reasons for cancellation (if applicable). (5) Claims history: Declaration of any past or pending claims or circumstances that may lead to claims. (6) Broker requirement: Must engage with the underwriter exclusively through a licensed broker, as per SAUMA regulations.
Technical Specifications
Source: Director's liability FORM.pdfScope: Provision of Directors and Officers (D&O) Liability Insurance Cover for merSETA. Policy basis: Claims Made (covers claims first made against the insured and notified during the policy period). Exclusions: (1) Events prior to the retroactive date. (2) Claims notified or arising from facts/circumstances in previous policies or proposal forms. (3) Claims made/threatened prior to policy commencement. (4) Known facts/circumstances with potential to give rise to a claim. Coverage details: Current limit of indemnity for merSETA is R10 Million. Optional: Outside directorship coverage (specify director and entity names if required).
Financial Requirements
Source: Director's liability FORM.pdfProvide latest annual financial statements as part of the proposal. Specify desired limit of indemnity (e.g., R10 Million). Disclose current premium, retroactive date, and policy period if previously insured. Include revenue and assets of the applicant/company and all subsidiaries (if applicable).
Compliance Requirements
Source: Director's liability FORM.pdfCompliance with POPIA for data handling. Must comply with SAUMA Code of Conduct: All communication must be through an intermediary (Broker). Insurer (A C and E PI & Liability Underwriting Managers) is a licensed Financial Service Provider (FSP 45553).
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Website
www.merseta.org.za/
Address
Block C, Metropolitan Park, 8 Hillside Rd, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193, South Africa
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High source confidence
Official source
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Documents found
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Last checked
05 Jun 2026
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Contact
069-008-3800[email protected]www.merseta.org.zaBlock C, Metropolitan Park, 8 Hillside Rd, Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193, South Africa
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