191 Prince Alfred Street - Pietermaritzburg - Pietermaritzburg - 3201
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
27 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-157311
Summary
The KZN department of public works & infrastructure invites bids from capable print media companies to provide newspaper advertising services for a three-month period. This tender is open to suppliers meeting b-bbee criteria, with a preference for 100% black-owned entities.
Key Requirements
Submit bids using only the official tender document (no retyped/redrafted versions accepted).
Download tender documents for free from www.Kznworks.gov.za or collect physically with proof of payment.
Closing date: 02 June 2026 at 11h00 (late submissions rejected).
Evaluation uses an 80/20 preference point system (80 for price, 20 for 100% Black ownership).
Provide a sworn affidavit (signed/dated by Commissioner of Oaths) for B-BBEE compliance.
Hard copies must be physically delivered; faxed/emailed bids are not accepted.
Refer to Section L of the bid document for full technical specifications.
Suitable and capable print media companies are hereby invited to provide newspaper advertising services for the period of three (3) months for the KZN department of public works and infrastructure, oliver tambo house, 191 prince alfred street, pietermaritzburg.
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Description
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf
Important Dates
27 May
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
02 Jun
2026
DEADLINE
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Procurement Rules & Compliance ContextThis tender may be governed by South African public procurement rules covering fairness, transparency, preferential procurement, anti-corruption, administrative justice and access to information.
9 rules
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Core procurement rules
These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
7
Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
high
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
high
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites suitable print media companies to provide newspaper advertising services for a three-month period. The tender uses an 80/20 preference point system, where 80 points are allocated for price and 20 points for specific goals (100% Black Ownership). The closing date is 02 June 2026 at 11:00. Bids must be submitted physically at the specified address; electronic submissions are not accepted.
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works & Infrastructure (Head Office) invites bids from print media companies to provide newspaper advertising services for a three-month period. The tender uses an 80/20 preference point system (80 for price, 20 for Black ownership).
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Bid-ready summary
Provide newspaper advertising services for a period of three (3) months for the KZN Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, based at Oliver Tambo House, 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg.
Important Dates
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf (TENDER)
Closing date: 02 June 2026.
Closing time: 11h00.
Bid validity period: 120 days from the closing date.
Contact Information
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf (TENDER)
Bid document enquiries: Ms L Ngcobo, Tel: 033 355 5440.
Technical enquiries: Ms S. Mbhense, Tel: 033 260 3733.
Submission Guidelines
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf (TENDER)
Use only the official tender document issued by the KZN Department of Public Works & Infrastructure. Retyped or redrafted bids will be rejected.
Download tender documents for free from the Departmental website: www.Kznworks.gov.za.
If collecting a physical bid document from O.R. Tambo House, 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, provide proof of payment.
Late submissions will not be accepted. Submit by the closing date and time (02 June 2026, 11h00).
Faxed or emailed bids are not accepted. Hard copies must be physically delivered.
Follow all requirements for sealing, addressing, delivery, opening, and assessment as outlined in the tender document.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf (TENDER)
Evaluation uses the 80/20 preference point system:
80 points allocated for price.
20 points allocated for specific goals.
Specific goal: 100% ownership by Black People (20 points).
Documentary proof required for B-BBEE points: a sworn affidavit signed and dated by a Commissioner of Oaths.
Bids are subject to a detailed risk assessment by the Department prior to award.
Technical Specifications
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf (TENDER)
Provide newspaper advertising services for a period of three (3) months.
Services are for the KZN Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, based at Oliver Tambo House, 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg.
Bidders must be suitable and capable print media companies.
Refer to Section L of the bid document for full terms of reference and specifications.
Compliance Requirements
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf (TENDER)
Bids must be submitted on the official tender document issued by the Department.
For B-BBEE preference points: 100% ownership by Black People is required (20 points).
Documentary proof: sworn affidavit signed and dated by a Commissioner of Oaths.
Bidders must refer to Section L of the bid document for full terms of reference and specifications.
The Department will conduct a detailed risk assessment prior to award.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf (TENDER)
Specific goal for preference points: 100% ownership by Black People (20 points).
Documentary proof required: sworn affidavit signed and dated by a Commissioner of Oaths.
Requirements
Source: ZNQ 20-26-27 advert.pdf (TENDER)
Use only the official tender document issued by the Department. Retyped or redrafted bids will be rejected.
Physical submission address: Bid box at Department of Public Works KZN Oliver Tambo House Head Office, 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg 3200.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
Submit your bid by 11:00 on 02 June 2026. No late submissions will be accepted.
Deliver the bid in a sealed envelope to the bid box at: Department of Public Works KZN Oliver Tambo House Head Office, 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg 3200.
The envelope must clearly display: bidder’s name and address, quotation number (ZNQ: 20/26/27), and closing date.
Accepted submission methods: Physical delivery only. Postal, telefax, telegraphic, email, or electronic submissions are not accepted.
Use the official bid forms provided (SBD 1, SBD 3, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, SBD 7). Do not retype forms; photocopies are allowed but must bear original signatures.
Ensure the bid is complete and includes all required documents. Initial every page; initial all alterations. Do not use correcting fluid.
Failure to comply with these instructions will result in immediate disqualification.
Returnable Documents
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
Tender documents may be downloaded from the Departmental website: www.kznworks.gov.za.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
Eligibility: Must be a suitable and capable print media company. Must not be a person in the service of the state, or a company/close corporation with directors/members in the service of the state.
Compliance: Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and tax compliant (SARS TCS PIN or CSD number).
Mandatory criteria (Phase 2): Submit three reference letters for similar projects of similar value and a confirmation letter for Friday publication if required. Failure to meet these leads to immediate disqualification.
Scoring: 80/20 preference point system applies.
Price: 80 points. Formula: Ps = 80
(1 - (Pt - Pmin) / Pmin).
Specific goals: 20 points. Goal: 100% ownership by Black People. Proof required: Sworn affidavit signed and dated by Commissioner of Oaths.
Foreign suppliers: Must complete the foreign supplier questionnaire and comply with tax requirements if applicable.
Technical Specifications
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
Scope: Provide newspaper advertising services for the KZN Department of Public Works and Infrastructure for three (3) months.
Deliverables: Layout, design, and printing of one newspaper advertisement per week.
Advertisement specifications: Size 32x5, black and white, placed in the classified section.
Detailed specifications are provided in Section L of the tender document.
Financial Requirements
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
Submit firm prices only on the official SBD 3.1 form (Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices). Non-firm prices will not be considered.
Offer must be valid for 120 days from the closing date of the quotation.
Bid price must include VAT at 15% and all other applicable taxes.
Provide a grand total bid price in RSA currency with all taxes included.
For professional services (if applicable): Detail personnel hourly/daily rates, project phases, man-days, and travel expenses. Only actual costs are recoverable, supported by proof. Certified invoices must be rendered.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
CSD registration: Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database by the closing time of the bid. Submit a declaration (Section C) confirming CSD information is correct and up to date. Failure to register results in disqualification.
Tax compliance: Submit SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN or printed TCS certificate. If no PIN is available but registered on CSD, provide CSD number. For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors, each party must submit separate TCS/CSD documentation.
B-BBEE: Submit a B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs) to qualify for preference points.
Foreign suppliers: Complete the foreign supplier questionnaire. If all answers are 'no', a SARS PIN is not required.
Contract form: Successful bidder must sign SBD 7 (Contract Form). Contract includes bidding documents, tax clearance, pricing schedule, technical specs, B-BBEE claims, bidder’s disclosure, and special/general conditions.
Fraudulent claims: May lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, cost recovery, restriction from public sector business for up to 10 years, and criminal prosecution.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs) must be submitted to qualify for preference points.
Tick applicable B-BBEE status level box and provide required documentation.
Contractual Terms
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf
Successful bidder must sign SBD 7 (Contract Form).
Bidder certifies correctness of bid and accepts responsibility for execution.
Fraudulent claims may result in disqualification, contract cancellation, cost recovery, restriction from public sector business for up to 10 years, and criminal prosecution.
Special Conditions
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
Closing time for receipt of tenders: 11:00. No late, posted, telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile, or email submissions will be accepted.
Requirements
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf (TENDER)
Phase 2 (Mandatory criteria): Submit three reference letters for similar projects of similar value and a confirmation letter for Friday publication if required. Failure to meet these leads to immediate disqualification.
Section
Source: Znq 20.26.27 Appointment of a Print Media Company.pdf
Phase 3 (Specific goals): 80/20 preference point system applies. Specific goal: 100% ownership by Black People (20 points). Documentary proof required: Sworn affidavit signed and dated by Commissioner of Oaths.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)
Act 12 of 2004
high
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Public Procurement Act, 2024 (PPA)
Act 28 of 2024
high
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)
Act 2 of 2000
medium
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)
Act 3 of 2000
medium
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Issuer-specific rules
These rules are linked to the type of public body issuing this tender.
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Companies Act
Act 71 of 2008
medium
Relevant to governance and reporting obligations for state-owned companies and public entities.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve professional consulting, advisory, research, feasibility, or management services.
Sector-specific rules
These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.
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Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA)
Act 38 of 2001
medium
Relevant to financial services, audit, accounting, KYC and anti-money-laundering obligations.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve professional consulting, advisory, research, feasibility, or management services.
Website
www.kznworks.gov.za/
Address
191 Prince Alfred St, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, South Africa
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