Cnr 497 Sophie de Bruyn & Jeff Masemola Streets - Pretoria Central - Pretoria - 0002
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
01 Jul 2026
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ocds-9t57fa-160888
Summary
Postbank soc ltd seeks a creative agency to conceptualize, design, edit, and produce its 2026 annual report (180-200 pages), including printing 40 copies and supplying branded corporate gifts for the agm. The project requires proven experience in annual report design, corporate branding, and end-to-end print production.
Key Requirements
Submit quotations by 08 July 2026 at 11:00am via email to [email protected] and [email protected]. Late or incorrectly addressed submissions will be disqualified.
Mandatory: 5+ years’ experience in annual report or similar corporate publication design, with a portfolio and 3 signed client reference letters (dated within 12 months).
Provide 3 distinct creative concepts, full design/layout, content integration, proofreading, and professional printing of 40 high-quality copies.
Deliver 50 branded executive pens and 50 A4 notebooks for the AGM, all aligned with Postbank’s corporate standards.
Submit a detailed cost breakdown (VAT inclusive, in ZAR) covering all scope items, including concept development, design, printing, and branded gifts.
Meet the 70/100 minimum functionality score in Phase 2 evaluation, with points awarded for bidder experience, reference letters, and team qualifications.
Comply with tax obligations, National Treasury’s General Conditions of Contract, and submit valid tax clearance and company registration documents.
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Postbank SOC Limited invites quotations from creative agencies for the design, production, and printing of its 2026 Annual Report (estimated 180-200 pages), including concept development, layout, content integration, proofreading, and supply of 40 printed copies plus 50 branded corporate gifts for the AGM. The tender follows a three-phase evaluation process with strict mandatory requirements.
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Postbank seeks a creative agency to design and produce its 2026 Annual Report.
Objective: Deliver a high-quality, visually compelling publication reflecting Postbank’s financial performance, strategic progress, governance, and achievements.
Scope includes concept development, design, layout, content integration, editing, proofing, printing, and supply of corporate gifts for the AGM.
The report is estimated at 180-200 pages and requires alignment with Postbank’s brand identity.
Phase 1: Mandatory Requirements (Pass/Fail). Failure on any item leads to disqualification. Requirements are:
Minimum 5 years' proven experience in annual report or similar corporate publication design.
Submission of a detailed company profile and portfolio of relevant work.
Three signed client reference letters on official letterhead, dated within the last 12 months, confirming similar services rendered in the last 5 years.
Acknowledgement of project timelines and submission of a project plan demonstrating ability to meet them.
Demonstration of capability and capacity with a detailed resource list and a signed undertaking.
Phase 2: Functionality (Scored out of 100). Minimum qualifying score is 70 points. Scoring breakdown:
Bidder Experience (40 points): More than 5 years = 40 points; 5 years = 25 points; less than 5 years = 0 points.
Reference Letters (30 points): More than three signed letters = 30 points; three signed letters = 20 points; zero letters = 0 points.
Team Experience & Qualifications (30 points): Awarded for submission of detailed, relevant CVs for Creative Director, Project Manager, Copywriter, and Editor.
Phase 3: Price and Specific Goals (80/20). Price accounts for 80 points; Specific Goals (e.g., B-BBEE) account for 20 points.
Scope: End-to-end creative development and production of Postbank’s 2026 Annual Report (estimated 180-200 pages).
Concept Development: Provide at least three distinct creative concepts demonstrating theme, layout, typography, imagery, and alignment with Postbank’s brand.
Design and Layout: Full design ensuring consistency across all sections (executive messages, financials, governance, performance highlights, annexures). Include high-quality infographics and charts.
Content Integration: Work with Postbank’s internal team to integrate supplied text, financial tables, and images.
Editing and Proofing: Provide professional proofreading for accuracy, consistency, and correct grammar.
Printing: Professionally print 40 high-quality, bound copies for the AGM with full-colour printing and durable binding.
Additional Deliverables: Source and supply 50 executive pens and 50 A4 notebooks, both branded with Postbank logo, for the AGM. Items must be high quality.
Mandatory Requirements:
Demonstrate proven experience in designing annual reports or similar corporate publications.
Provide a portfolio of previous work, specifically annual reports or integrated reports.
Show capability to handle large-format documents (150+ pages).
Demonstrate experience in corporate branding and publication design.
Be able to provide both creative design and print production services.
The bidder must acknowledge the project timelines for concept development, design, review rounds, final artwork, print-ready files, and delivery of printed copies.
Submit a project plan demonstrating the ability to meet these timelines.
Provide a minimum of three signed reference letters with contactable references for annual report design services rendered in the last 5 years. Letters must be on client letterhead, dated within 12 months of the bid closing, and include company name, contact details, description of services, project duration, and referee details.
Complete a bidder’s declaration disclosing any state employment, relationships with Postbank officials, or interests in other related enterprises.
Bidders are required to complete and sign all Standard Bidding Documents (SBDs) and Annexures and adhere to General Conditions of Contract.
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