Request for quotation: excel training services for statistics south africa

• Quotation closing date: 02 June 2026.
• Quotation closing time: 16:00.

• Department: Statistics South Africa.
• Contact person: SCMRFQ Office.
• Email for submissions and queries: [email protected].

• Submit quotations exclusively via email to [email protected].
• Deadline: 02 June 2026 at 16:00. Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Required documents to include in your submission:

• Quotation with a reference number, validity period, delivery period, CSD Master registration number (MAAA), and tax compliance status PIN.
• Completed and signed SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) form. Failure to submit this may result in disqualification.
• E-filing copy of a valid Tax Clearance Certificate.
• Certified copy of ID document.
• Original or certified copy of company registration (CIPC).

• Quote must be on company letterhead, indicating VAT registration number if applicable.
• If you cannot quote, you must provide written reasons via the same email address.
• Stats SA may request additional information after submission; you must comply within the given timeframe or your quote may be considered non-responsive.

• Quotations will be evaluated on an 80/20 scoring system:

• 80 points for price.
• 20 points for Specific Goals and Preferential Points.

• Preferential points are allocated as follows (proof required for each claim):

• Black ownership: 10 points maximum.
• Women ownership: 5 points maximum.
• Disabled ownership: 2 points maximum (requires medical certificate from HPCSA-registered practitioner).
• Youth ownership (below 35 years): 3 points maximum.

• Points for equity ownership by Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDIs) are calculated using a provided formula.
• Mandatory requirements for evaluation include:

• Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
• Submission of all required documents (SBD 4, Tax Clearance, ID, CIPC).
• Submission before the closing date and time.

• Scope: Provide a quote for 'Introduction to Excel Training'.
• Deliverable: Training services.
• Quantity: 8 units (each).

• Your quote must be detailed, specifying the services and all costs.
• Prices must be valid (firm) for the duration of the order.
• Market-related prices will be negotiated with the preferred service provider.
• If prices depend on exchange rates, you must factor in potential price escalations.
• Payment terms: No upfront payment. Payment will be made within 30 days of receiving a valid invoice, after goods/services are received.

• Mandatory registrations and documents:

• Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD). Provide your CSD Master registration number (MAAA).
• Tax Compliance Status PIN and a valid Tax Clearance Certificate (e-filing copy).
• Certified copy of ID document.
• Original or certified copy of company registration (CIPC).

• If your company is VAT registered, you must indicate your VAT registration number on your quotation.
• Proof of B-BBEE status (for preferential points) requires certified IDs, CIPC documents, and, for disability claims, an HPCSA medical certificate.

• Open to natural or juristic persons (including joint ventures/consortia).
• Bidders listed in the Tender Defaulters Register or Restricted Suppliers List will be automatically disqualified.
• Bidders must declare any state employment, controlling interests, or relationships with procuring institution staff.
• Bidders found guilty of collusion, fraud, or corrupt activities will be disqualified and may face penalties.

• Must complete a Declaration of Interest form (SBD 4).
• Disclose if the bidder or any director/trustee/shareholder/member/partner (or person with controlling interest) is employed by the state. If yes, provide full names, ID numbers, and state employee numbers.
• Disclose any relationship between the bidder (or connected persons) and employees of the procuring institution (Stats SA). If yes, provide particulars.
• Disclose if the bidder or any director/trustee/shareholder/member/partner has an interest in another enterprise bidding for this contract. If yes, provide particulars.
• Certify that the bid was prepared independently, without collusion with competitors or officials of Stats SA (except for clarification requests).
• Confirm no prior involvement in drafting specifications or terms of reference for this bid.
• False or incomplete declarations may lead to bid rejection, administrative penalties, criminal investigation, or a 10-year public sector restriction.

Scoring system: 80/20 or 90/10 preference point system applies (determined by tender value or lowest/highest acceptable tender). Points allocated as follows: Price (80 or 90 points), Specific Goals (20 or 10 points). Specific Goals points: 10 for 51%+ Black ownership, 5 for 51%+ women ownership, 3 for 51%+ youth ownership, 2 for 51%+ ownership by persons with disabilities. Tenderers must submit proof of claims with their bid. Failure to submit proof results in zero points for Specific Goals. Organ of state may require further substantiation of claims at any stage.

• Must complete and submit the SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form with the tender.
• Must be a registered entity (e.g., Pty Ltd, sole proprietorship, partnership, close corporation, etc.).
• Must provide documentary proof to support claims for Specific Goals (B-BBEE ownership categories).
• Organ of state reserves the right to verify claims and may disqualify, cancel contracts, or pursue legal action for fraudulent claims.