Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
1 - Hermanus - Hermanus - 7200
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
18 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-156309
The south african national space agency (sansa) is inviting quotations for the supply and delivery of prefabricated shipping containers to its gauteng facilities. This RFQ is open to manufacturers and suppliers of fabricated metal products who can meet sansa’s delivery and compliance requirements.
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1 - Hermanus - Hermanus - 7200
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18 May
2026
Tender Published
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27 May
2026
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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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Prefab_Container_Diagram.pdf
RFQ_Prefabricated_Shipping_Container.pdf
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Median Estimate
R 4 246 806
Range
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Important Dates
Source: RFQ_Prefabricated_Shipping_Container.pdfClosing date: 27/05/2026 at 12:00PM. Successful bidder must deliver within 1 week of purchase order issuance. Validity period: 30 days from closing date.
Contact Information
Source: RFQ_Prefabricated_Shipping_Container.pdfSubmission contact: N Strauss, email: [email protected]. SCM enquiries: [email protected]. POPIA/PAIA enquiries: [email protected]. Physical address: SANSA, Hospital Street, Hermanus, 7200.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ_Prefabricated_Shipping_Container.pdfSubmit via email to [email protected] by 27/05/2026 at 12:00PM. Required documents: Signed quotation (all pages), cost breakdown (VAT inclusive), SBD 4 form, CSD registration summary (compliant tax status), B-BBEE certificate, proof of specific goals (if claiming preference points). Emailed submissions are accepted but bidders must confirm receipt. Alterations to tender documents (other than filling in details/price) will disqualify. Late submissions or incomplete documents (e.g., missing CSD/tax compliance) will be disqualified. All pages must be signed by an authorised person. Offer valid for 30 days from closing date.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ_Prefabricated_Shipping_Container.pdfTwo-stage evaluation: 1) Functionality (quality) must score ≥80/100 to proceed. Criteria: Technical Capability & Experience (40 pts: 0=none, 15=≤3 references, 30=3-5 references, 40=>5 references), Project Delivery & Methodology (30 pts: 0=none, 15=timelines only, 30=full proposal with timelines/quality control/SANS adherence), Design Quality (30 pts: 0=none, 15=limited detail, 30=full design with layout/insulation/materials/weatherproofing/ergonomics). Design submission must include: layout drawing (1:50 scale), material/insulation descriptions, cable tray/electrical layout, external modifications, visual rendering (if possible). 2) 80/20 preference system: 80 pts for price, 20 pts for B-BBEE goals (51% black owned=10 pts, 40% black women owned=6 pts, 51% black designated groups=4 pts). Proof of claims (CSD report, CIPC registration, ID copies, share certificates, B-BBEE certificate/affidavit) must be submitted; failure results in zero points for that goal.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ_Prefabricated_Shipping_Container.pdfSupply and deliver a 6m (20ft) High Cube prefabricated shipping container (new or one-trip, structurally sound) to SANSA Hermanus within 3 months of award. Must comply with SANS standards (electrical, safety, structural). Container must withstand polar conditions (extreme cold, high winds, moisture). Requirements: Reinforced sheet metal roof (snow/ice load-bearing), Arctic/Antarctic-grade sealant on all joints, 2 curved roof air vents, sealable steel personnel door (replacing original doors), extended steel flanges for weather-tight connection to existing wooden structure, rear cable entry/joint box (800mm x 500mm) with mounting surfaces for cable glands. Interior: high-density polar-grade insulation (walls/ceiling/floor), fire-resistant panels, SANS-compliant electrical installation (ceiling-mounted LED lights, 8 double sockets (4 per side wall), wiring in conduits, galvanised steel cable trays (1x short-length rear, 2x parallel lengthwise, 300mm wide)), desktop/bench (mid-length), shelving above desktop. Exterior: blue marine-grade paint, SANSA logo on both long sides, corrosion/salt/low-temperature treatment. Final certification (structural, electrical, safety) and warranty required.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ_Prefabricated_Shipping_Container.pdfPricing must include all costs (no unspecified items). Price all items in the schedule: 1) Supply container to spec, 2) Materials cost, 3) Complete build/finishes, 4) Delivery to SANSA Hermanus. Submit total price (excl. VAT), VAT (15%), and total (incl. VAT). Payment based on deliverables/proven progress; invoices required. Offer valid for 30 days from closing date. Payment terms: progress-based, invoice-driven.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ_Prefabricated_Shipping_Container.pdfMandatory: CSD registration with compliant tax status, B-BBEE certificate, SBD 4 form (disclosure of state employment, conflicts of interest, collusion). Bidders listed on Register of Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers are disqualified. Vetting process applies (SANSA Hermanus is a National Key Point). Proof of specific goals (if claiming preference points) must include: CSD report, CIPC registration, ID copies, share certificates/register, B-BBEE certificate/affidavit. Fronting is a criminal offence under B-BBEE Act. Suppliers must confirm no convictions for fraud/corruption in past 5 years and no conflicts of interest.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Prefab_Container_Diagram.pdfInsufficient searchable text - AI extraction recommended
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Website
www.sansa.org.za/category/spaceoperations/
Address
Farm No 502 JQ, Hartebeeshoek, Krugersdorp, 1740, South Africa
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Contact
012-334-5000[email protected]www.sansa.org.za/category/spaceoperationsFarm No 502 JQ, Hartebeeshoek, Krugersdorp, 1740, South Africa
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