Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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This tender closed on 9 February 2026. Submissions are no longer accepted. The tender lifecycle continues — check the awards section for updates.
Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
ARC Nietvoorbij, R44 Klapmuts Road, - Stellenbosch - Stellenbosch - 7256
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
02 Feb 2026
The agricultural research council (arc) in the western cape seeks quotations for comprehensive wine analysis services, including tests for alcohol, ph, acidity, sugar content, and sulfur dioxide levels. This RFQ is open to registered suppliers on the central supplier database (csd) and will be evaluated under the 80/20 preference point system.
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ARC Nietvoorbij, R44 Klapmuts Road, - Stellenbosch - Stellenbosch - 7256
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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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SPECS WINE ANALYSIS INF012602RFQ02.pdf
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Date & Time
Monday, 09 February 2026 - 11:00
Venue
null
This briefing session took place during the tender period.
ADDRESS ARC Nietvoorbij
Category: technical
R44 Klapmuts Road
Category: technical
Stellenbosch
Category: technical
No specific requirements found
MandatoryCategory: compliance
B-BBEE Minimum Level: 1
MandatoryCategory: compliance
02 Feb
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
09 Feb
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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09 Feb
2026
Submissions Closed
No further submissions were accepted after this date.
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R 1 616 619
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Important Dates
Source: SPECS WINE ANALYSIS INF012602RFQ02.pdfClosing date: 09 February 2026 at 09:00. No compulsory site briefing or other dates specified.
Contact Information
Source: SPECS WINE ANALYSIS INF012602RFQ02.pdfEnquiries: Maxine Jacobs. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 021 809 3092. Submission email: [email protected]. Delivery address: ARC Nietvoorbij, R44 Klapmuts Road, Stellenbosch.
Submission Guidelines
Source: SPECS WINE ANALYSIS INF012602RFQ02.pdfSubmit a written quotation via email to [email protected]. Include: (1) Completed and signed Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) forms; (2) CSD registration number and full CSD report; (3) Quotation on official letterhead, duly signed; (4) Validity period of quotation; (5) Delivery date; (6) Warranty/guarantee details for goods or relevant experience documentation for services. Quotations must comply with the specification (indicate 'Yes' or 'No' for each test, with deviations noted). Prices must be in ZAR, inclusive of VAT, delivery, insurance, and taxes. No price adjustments will be considered. Failure to submit SBD forms may result in disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: SPECS WINE ANALYSIS INF012602RFQ02.pdfEvaluation uses the 80/20 preference point system under the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act. Price accounts for 80 points (lowest acceptable price scores 80). Specific goals account for 20 points, allocated as follows: HDI ownership (51%+): 6 points; Women ownership (51%+): 4 points; Youth ownership (51%+): 4 points; Persons with Disabilities (PwD) ownership (51%+): 2 points; B-BBEE Status Level 1-4: 2 points; Promotion of SMMEs (RDP Goals): 2 points. Total possible: 100 points. Bidders must claim specific goals and submit proof to score these points.
Technical Specifications
Source: SPECS WINE ANALYSIS INF012602RFQ02.pdfScope: Wine analysis services. Required tests and quantities: Alcohol (Picnometer): 20; pH: 30; Total Acidity: 30; Protein Stability: 15; Pinking: 5; Volatile Acidity: 30; Residual Sugar >8g/L: 15; Residual Sugar <8g/L: 15; Balling: 16; Tartrate Stability (Freezer, 72 hours): 15; Free SO2 (Aspiration): 30; Total SO2 (Aspiration): 30; Free SO2 (Ripper): 16; Total SO2 (Ripper): 16. Bidders must confirm compliance with each test (Yes/No) and note deviations.
Financial Requirements
Source: SPECS WINE ANALYSIS INF012602RFQ02.pdfPricing must be in South African Rand (ZAR), inclusive of VAT, delivery, insurance, and all taxes. Quotations must include: unit price, total price per item, subtotal, VAT, and grand total. Validity period of the quotation must be specified. No price adjustments or amendments to delivery particulars will be accepted. Payment terms: goods/services supplied upon receipt of a purchase order from ARC.
Compliance Requirements
Source: SPECS WINE ANALYSIS INF012602RFQ02.pdfMandatory: (1) Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) with CSD number and full report included in the bid; (2) Completed and signed Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) forms; (3) B-BBEE Status Level 1-4 (2 points awarded under specific goals). Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers. Fraudulent claims for preference points may result in disqualification, contract cancellation, or legal action.
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