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.
Issuing Organization
South African National Biodiversity InstituteLocation
Gauteng
Closing Date
17 Jun 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
2 Cussonia Avenue - Brummeria - Pretoria - 0184
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
22 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-156909
This tender invites bids for the supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms to the south african national biodiversity institute (sanbi) across five national botanical gardens over a five-year period. IT is open to compliant suppliers who meet strict ethical, tax, and regulatory requirements.
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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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SANBI G574 2025.pdf
SANBI seeks a service provider to supply branded PPE and uniforms to five botanical gardens across three provinces for a 5-year period. The contract requires on-demand delivery, fixed pricing, and includes a wide range of specified items.
Special Conditions of a Contract.pdf
Five-year contract to supply personal protective equipment and uniforms to five national botanical gardens across South Africa. The tender emphasizes compliance, ethical conduct, and adherence to strict contractual conditions.
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R 16 405 757
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Important Dates
Source: Special Conditions of a Contract.pdfClosing date: 17 June 2026 at 11:00. Appeals must be submitted within 10 working days from the award date.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Special Conditions of a Contract.pdfSubmit the following returnable documents with your bid: Signed General Conditions of Contract, duly completed and signed Bid Cover Letter (SBD1), Technical Response including declarations as per Section 4 (honesty, fairness, resource adequacy, conflict of interest avoidance, statutory compliance, transparency, confidentiality), Proposed amendments to Service Level Indicators (SLA) or Milestones (if any) with explanations and tracked changes, Tax Clearance Certificate, CSD registration proof, B-BBEE certificate. Ensure all documents are prepared at your own cost. SANBI reserves the right to disqualify bids for non-compliance, misrepresentation, conflict of interest, collusive practices, or fraud. Bids must be submitted by the closing date; late submissions will not be accepted.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Special Conditions of a Contract.pdfEvaluation is based on compliance with mandatory requirements: Tax compliance (valid Tax Clearance Certificate), CSD registration, B-BBEE certificate, no listing on National Treasury’s Register of Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers, no history of corrupt practices (collusion, bribery, fraud), submission of required declarations, and acceptance of Special Conditions of Contract as minimum terms. SANBI reserves the right to award to a bidder that did not score the highest points (per PPPFA Act), negotiate with preferred bidders, accept partial tenders, or award to multiple bidders based on size or geographic considerations. Misrepresentation in the tender may lead to contract termination and claims by SANBI.
Technical Specifications
Source: Special Conditions of a Contract.pdfScope: Supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) and uniforms to SANBI’s national botanical gardens (Harold Porter, Karoo Desert, Kirstenbosch, Kwelera, Hantam) for a period of 5 years, as and when required. Key requirements: Bidder must review, comment on, and propose amendments to draft Service Level Indicators (SLIs) or Milestones, with explanations and tracked changes for clarity. SANBI may modify SLIs/Milestones during negotiations. Final Service Level Agreement (SLA) will be concluded post-award. Bidder must: Demonstrate adequate resources, procedures, and technological systems for service delivery; act transparently, avoid conflicts of interest, and prioritize SANBI’s needs; ensure sub-contractors (if used) comply with all bid conditions. SANBI may conduct site inspections or product evaluations to verify quality.
Financial Requirements
Source: Special Conditions of a Contract.pdfBidder bears all costs for bid preparation, submission, presentation, and participation in the bid process. SANBI will not compensate for any costs, expenses, or losses incurred. Payment terms and pricing format are not specified in the provided document; refer to the full bid pack for details. SANBI may terminate or suspend the contract if funds become unavailable, with payment for services rendered up to the termination date. Bidder indemnifies SANBI for any costs or damages resulting from breach of bid conditions.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Special Conditions of a Contract.pdfMandatory compliance: Valid Tax Clearance Certificate (non-compliance at any stage may result in award withdrawal or contract cancellation), registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), valid B-BBEE certificate. Bidders must not be listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters or National Treasury’s List of Restricted Suppliers. Must declare no access to SANBI proprietary information or unfair advantages. Must comply with all statutory and common law requirements. Sub-contractors remain the bidder’s responsibility. Bidder must confirm adherence to ethical standards, including no fraud, forgery, or corrupt practices.
Important Dates
Source: SANBI G574 2025.pdfClosing date: 17 June 2026 at 11:00. Compulsory briefing session: 01 June 2026 at 10:00 (Microsoft Teams: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/378656912003768?p=zCBp96LIfXuRmGeXv5). Clarification deadline: 08 June 2026 (no responses after this date). Offer validity: 120 days from closing date.
Contact Information
Source: SANBI G574 2025.pdfBidding procedure enquiries: [email protected]. Technical enquiries: [email protected]. Submission addresses: (1) Biodiversity Centre, Pretoria National Botanical Garden, 2 Cussonia Avenue, Brummeria, Pretoria, or (2) Deputy Director: Supply Chain Management, SANBI, Private Bag X101, Silverton, 0184.
Submission Guidelines
Source: SANBI G574 2025.pdfSubmit one (1) sealed envelope containing original bid documents (technical and financial proposals) + one (1) USB with identical electronic copies. Label both with Bid Number (SANBI: G574/2026) and Bidder’s Name. Submission options: (1) Hand-deliver to Biodiversity Centre, Pretoria National Botanical Garden, 2 Cussonia Avenue, Brummeria, Pretoria (08:00–16:00), or (2) Post to Deputy Director: Supply Chain Management, SANBI, Private Bag X101, Silverton, 0184. Emailed or faxed submissions are NOT accepted. Late submissions are disqualified. Mandatory: Signed compulsory briefing session attendance certificate. Failure to submit in the prescribed manner (e.g., missing envelope/USB, incorrect labeling) = disqualification. Non-mandatory documents (e.g., company profile, financials, track record) if missing = non-responsive (not disqualified but evaluated as incomplete).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: SANBI G574 2025.pdfTwo-stage evaluation: (1) Functionality (minimum 70/100 required to proceed): Company experience (20 pts: >10 yrs=20, 5-10 yrs=15, 3-5 yrs=10, 1-3 yrs=5, <1 yr=0), Team capabilities (20 pts: Contract Manager >6 yrs=10, 3-6 yrs=6, 1-3 yrs=3, <1 yr=0; Salesperson >6 yrs=10, 3-6 yrs=6, 1-3 yrs=3, <1 yr=0), Track record (20 pts: >5 references=20, 3-5=15, 1-2=8, none=0), Financial capability (25 pts: Audited financials >2 yrs=15, 1-2 yrs=12, <1 yr=8, unsigned=5, none=0; Bank rating code A=10, B=8, C=6, D=4, E=2, none=0), Implementation plan (15 pts: Comprehensive=15, 4/5 requirements=12, 3/5=8, <3=5, none=0). (2) Price (80 pts) + Specific Goals (20 pts: B-BBEE Black Ownership=10, Female Ownership=10). Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022 (80/20 system) apply. Disqualification: State employees, directors/members in state service, tender defaulters, or restricted suppliers. Foreign suppliers must meet RSA tax liability criteria if applicable.
Technical Specifications
Source: SANBI G574 2025.pdfSupply branded PPE and uniforms to 5 SANBI botanical gardens (Harold Porter, Karoo Desert, Kirstenbosch, Kwelera, Hantam) for 5 years. Items include: Overalls (emerald green, grey, denim), safety boots, orthopaedic shoes, T-shirts, golf shirts, garden gloves, hats (wide-brimmed, bush, peak caps), skirts, shirts, trousers, jackets, chinos, cargo pants/shorts, chainsaw pants, antivibration gloves, helmets with visors, safety goggles, ear muffs, waders, gumboots, rainsuits, disposable overalls, earplugs, dust masks, respirators (with filter cartridges), beanies, welding PPE (aprons, jackets, headshields, gloves, glasses), firefighting PPE (hoods, gloves, flame-retardant overalls, helmets, goggles), denim aprons, rubber gloves (household, latex/nitrile), conti jackets, bush shirts, safety glasses, security gear (jackets, boots, combat trousers/shirts/belts), elbow-length leather gloves, cut-resistant gloves, premium latex-coated gloves. Specifications: SABS-approved where applicable (e.g., safety boots, overalls), embroidered SANBI logo, size ranges provided (e.g., 77-147 for overalls, 3-12 for boots). Delivery: Multi-province (Western Cape, Eastern Cape, Northern Cape). Must include: Textile data sheets for all items, warranties (applicable SANS/ISO compliance), OH&S risk management plans. Pricing: Fixed for 5 years (includes VAT, transport, all costs).
Financial Requirements
Source: SANBI G574 2025.pdfFirm pricing only (non-firm prices disqualified). Pricing must include all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, SDL). Submit pricing in Annexure B for all line items in Annexure A. Separate pricing schedules required for different delivery points if applicable. Offer valid for 120 days from closing date. Delivery costs must be included in bid price. Payment terms: Not specified. Contract period: 5 years with fixed pricing (no escalations or ad hoc costs).
Compliance Requirements
Source: SANBI G574 2025.pdfMandatory: CSD registration report, valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing (from Department of Labour), completed/signed SBD forms (SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD7), Liability Insurance Cover (valid for contract duration), Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number (if no TCS PIN). B-BBEE: Submit B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) to qualify for preference points (Black Ownership=10, Female Ownership=10). Foreign suppliers: Must disclose RSA residency/branch/permanent establishment status; if none, no SARS TCS PIN required. Disqualification: State employees, companies with state-employed directors/members, tender defaulters, or restricted suppliers. Proof of authority (e.g., company resolution) required for bid signing. Consortia/JVs: Each party must submit separate TCS/CSD documentation.
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.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Website
www.sanbi.org/
Address
2 Cussonia Ave, Brummeria, Pretoria, 0184, South Africa
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
2
Last checked
05 Jun 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
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Contact
012-002-5201[email protected]www.sanbi.org2 Cussonia Ave, Brummeria, Pretoria, 0184, South Africa
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