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The department requires a five‑day cisco certified support technician (networking) training programme for four officials, including examination and certification. The training must be delivered at the service provider’s facility and include qualified facilitators with cisco accreditation and facilitation certificates. Bidders must submit detailed proposals covering programme outline, costing, and evidence for specific‑goal preference points, and ensure all mandatory forms and documentation are returned by the closing deadline.
Submission method: physical deposit in bid box. Submission address: bid box at street address (address not specified in document). Closing date and time: 12 november 2026 at 11:00. Late bids will not be accepted. All forms must be completed by hand, not typed. Returnable forms and documents: - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): signed offer cover page with bidder details and authority to sign (company resolution). - Bidder's disclosure (part of sbd 1): declaration of interest, state employment, and independent bid determination. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim form): claim for specific goals with supporting evidence. - Proof of csd registration (csd number). - Valid SARS tax compliance status pin or printed tcs certificate. - Company profile. - Programme outline per day for the 5-day training. - Cvs of facilitators with qualifications and facilitation certificates. - Cisco accreditation certificate. - Institutional accreditation as a training service provider. - Proof of specific goals claimed (disability certificate, csd for women/smme/youth, municipal utility bills/lease agreement/proof of residence for limpopo location). Disqualification risks: - any returnable form left unsigned or omitted. - Submission after closing time. - Joint ventures (not permitted). - Bidder or directors in service of the state. - Failure to provide required accreditation or facilitator qualifications.
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The south african bureau of standards requires a qualified pest control service provider for a 36-month contract covering seven sites across gauteng, western cape, kwazulu-natal, eastern cape, mpumalanga, and free state. Services include integrated pest management for rodents, insects, and wildlife, with specialised gmp-compliant treatment at the groenkloof pharmaceutical laboratory. Bidders must hold valid csd registration, a b-bbee certificate or affidavit, and public liability insurance of at least r5 million. The most critical requirement is submitting all mandatory documents (csd report, b-bbee proof, sbd 4, sbd 6.1) By the closing deadline of 12 november 2026 at 11:00 via email.
Submission method: email only to [email protected] Closing date and time: 12 november 2026 at 11:00 AM (NO late submissions accepted) returnable documents (all mandatory): - csd registration report (national treasury central supplier database) - valid BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (to claim specific goals) - sbd 4: bidder's disclosure form (declares state employment, relationships, and interests) - sbd 6.1: Preference points claim form (80/20 system, specific goals) quotation validity: 120 days from closing date; sabs may extend by 60 days by written notice NO advance payment; payment only upon agreed service delivery sabs not bound by any contractual terms included in the bidder's quotation bidder bears all costs of preparation and submission
Supply and delivery of uniform for staff at national lotteries commission facilities, with the bid closing on 12 november 2026 at 09:00. The pack is issued as a request for quotation and the only substantive returnable requirement in the available material is the local content declaration set (annexures c, d and e), which must be completed per designated product, reconciled across all three schedules and signed by the tenderer, with every value stated excluding VAT. the most consequential consideration for a bidder is that the local content figures declared in annex c must agree exactly with the totals carried into annexes d and e, since an unreconciled or unsigned declaration undermines the bid.
Closing: 12 november 2026 at 09:00; submit before the cut-off, as late quotations are not accepted. Local content declaration: complete annexure c per designated product, showing tender value, imported content and local content percentage. Imported content schedule: annexure d must list each overseas supplier, freight to port of entry, landed cost and duties. Summary reconciliation: annexure e totals must agree with the annex c figures, and the declaration must be signed by the tenderer. VAT treatment: all local and imported content values in annexures c, d and e are declared excluding VAT. designated products: local content percentages must be calculated against the specified local content threshold for each designated product listed. Quotation basis: price each item excluding VAT in the format required by the quotation, as the local content calculation depends on the per-item tender price.
The department requires the supply and delivery of textbooks to correctional services nationwide. Bidders must submit their quotations by 12 november 2026 at 09:00. The tender is issued as a request for quotation, and the deadline is the most critical factor for participation.
• Supply and delivery of textbooks • quotation submitted in response to a request for quotation (RFQ) • delivery within kwazulu-natal province • NO compulsory briefing session
The department requires an insurance evaluation service for a company. The scope is professional services delivered by a qualified provider. The 90/10 preference point system applies because the tender value is above r50 million, with price carrying 80 points and specific goals carrying 20 points.
Returnable form - sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure): declares whether the bidder, its directors, shareholders or controlling persons are employed by the state, connected to staff at the procuring institution, or hold interests in other related enterprises; a false or incomplete disclosure disqualifies the bid. Disqualification risks - bidder or any listed person appearing on the register for tender defaulters or the list of restricted suppliers. - Sbd 4 submitted unsigned, incomplete or found to be untrue.
The department requires quotations for the supply and delivery of led globes, stage service bulbs and fluorescent tubes to 68 cape road, mill park, gqeberha. The tender is a disposal of general goods under the 80/20 preference point system, with a closing time of 11:00 on 12 november 2026. The single most consequential bidder consideration is csd registration: IT is compulsory and the supplier number must be entered on the RFQ, otherwise the bid will be disqualified.
Submission method: email or hand delivery email: [email protected] Hand delivery address: 68 cape road gqeberha attention: ms lutho daweti returnable documents: - completed mbtc RFQ special conditions form - quotation on company letterhead with a breakdown of prices - sbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses any state employment or relationship with the procuring institution. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims points for specific goals under the 80/20 system. - Csd supplier number (must be entered on the RFQ). disqualification risks: - failure to complete the special conditions form and attach a valid quotation on letterhead. - Quotation received after the closing date and time. - Omission of sbd 4 or sbd 6.1.
The national lotteries commission requires a catering service provider for its fraud awareness campaign 2026 in the western cape, to be held on 20 november 2026 at 1c summer greens drive, milnerton. The service covers a one-day event for 20 delegates, including a specified menu, beverages, and full catering equipment. Bidders must submit via the e-tender portal by 12 november 2026 at 11:00, and the most critical consideration is meeting all mandatory compliance and returnable document requirements, as any omission or late submission leads to disqualification.
Submission method: e-tender portal only. Email submissions will not be considered. Closing time: 12 november 2026 at 11:00 (south african standard time). Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted. Returnable forms (all must be completed, signed and submitted): - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page. - Sbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses whether any director or shareholder is employed by the state or connected to anyone at the procuring institution; false declaration disqualifies. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims b-bbee points under the PPPFA 80/20 system. - Popia consent form: original signed consent for processing of personal information. - B-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (for emes and qses); for a joint venture, a consolidated certificate/affidavit. - Full csd report with SARS tax compliance status. - Proof of residence from local municipality/council/traditional authority within western cape province. - Quotation: complete and signed. Disqualification risks: - any returnable form left unsigned or omitted. - Submission by email. - Quotations received after the closing time. - Failure to disclose all csd-registered active companies linked to directors. - Collusion with other bidders. - Bidders listed on the register for tender defaulters or list of restricted suppliers. - If requested, failure to submit certified copies of qualifications, memberships, coida etc. Within 3 working days renders the bidder non-responsive.
ESKOM is procuring boiler refractory service outage work at majuba power station in mpumalanga for a 60-month contract. The most consequential requirement is mandatory subcontracting of at least 30% of the contract value to designated groups (eme/qses at least 51% black-owned) for contracts above r30 million, which is a condition for award. Bidders must also meet a 100% local procurement content target and comply with sdl&i obligations, with penalties for non-compliance.
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Supply and delivery of positioners and switches used on control and instrumentation (c&i) related equipment at medupi power station, on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of 3 years (36 months). The contract is issued by ESKOM and requires bidders to complete and submit the local content declaration summary schedule (annexure g2 – annex c) as part of the returnable documents.
Returnable documents: the tender requires the submission of the completed annexure g2 – local content declaration summary schedule – annex c, along with any other returnable documents indicated in the bid documentation.
The merafong city local municipality seeks to appoint a panel of service providers to deliver grass cutting services across its jurisdiction for a three-year contract period. Bidders must achieve a minimum functionality score of 70 out of 100 to advance to price evaluation, where the 80/20 preference point system will apply. The single most consequential consideration is that this is a panel appointment with NO briefing session, meaning bidders must rely entirely on the bid document for scope clarity and must submit complete, compliant documentation by the strict deadline.
Submission method: physical delivery in a sealed envelope endorsed with bid number and description, deposited in bid box 1 at the revenue section, corner of halite and gold street, carletonville, 2499. Bid box accessible weekdays 07:30–16:00. Closing date and time: 12 november 2026 at 10:00. Bids opened publicly immediately after closing. Bid documents: available from 8 october 2026 for a non-refundable fee of r1,486.09 (VAT inclusive) at the municipal offices (weekdays 07:30–15:30) or electronically via the etenders portal and the merafong city local municipality website. Proof of payment must be attached to the returnable document. Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted): - csd registration report (www.csd.gov.za) - Municipal account for rates and taxes for the company and all directors, showing NO arrears older than 90 days, or a lease agreement with three months' proof of payment from the bank - certified copies of identity documents for all shareholders, owners and partners listed on the ck forms - company registration documents (ck1) - receipt as proof of purchase of the bid document - disclosure of any family or business relationships with government officials - disclosure of any other ownership interests of directors or shareholders in related companies disqualification risks: - late, incomplete, unsigned, pencil-completed, correction-fluid-altered, faxed or electronically submitted bids - failure to attach proof of bid document purchase - failure to comply with any of the listed conditions bid validity: 90 working days from closing. Only original bid documents issued by the municipality may be used.
ESKOM requires specialised investigation services into coal, heavy fuel oil, fuel and oil theft incidents affecting its generation division, over a three-year term. The enquiry, reference e3386cxmwp, closed on 28 september 2026 at 10:00. Eight bidders responded: ithuba umsundu security, fidelity security services, fuse forensics and security, g9 consulting and advisory services, golden sj trading, scarybyte, ssg security solutions and venus security international. ESKOM publishes the names of all respondents to advertised competitive enquiries on its tender bulletin within 10 days, in line with infrastructure policy 32-1034 clause 6.2.5.1.
Scope — specialised investigation services into coal, heavy fuel oil, fuel and oil theft incidents affecting eskom's generation division. Contract period — three (3) years. Enquiry number — e3386cxmwp; quote IT on all submissions and correspondence. Closing — 28 september 2026 at 10:00. Responding bidders — eight firms: ithuba umsundu security, fidelity security services, fuse forensics and security, g9 consulting and advisory services, golden sj trading, scarybyte, ssg security solutions and venus security international. Publication rule — ESKOM publishes the names of all respondents to advertised competitive enquiries on its tender bulletin within 10 days, per infrastructure policy 32-1034 clause 6.2.5.1. Category — security and investigation activities, gauteng.
Sol plaatje municipality requires the supply and delivery of a comprehensive range of traffic officer uniforms, including caps, shirts, trousers, jackets, rainwear, footwear, and accessories, for a contract period of 36 months. Bidders must price each item per unit, with the municipality determining final quantities. The most consequential consideration is the mandatory 100% local content requirement for the textile, clothing, leather, and footwear sector, which bidders must comply with and evidence via mbd 6.2 And the local content annexure.
Submission method: sealed envelope deposited in the tender box at the SCM unit, municipal stores complex, abattoir road, ashburnham, kimberley, 8301. Bids must be clearly marked with contract number COM/TR01/2026 and description 'supply and delivery of traffic officer uniform'. Address to the municipal manager. NO bids by fax or email. Late bids will not be accepted. Original and duplicate: submit one original in an envelope marked 'envelope 1 original' and one duplicate in a separate envelope marked 'envelope 2 duplicate'. If both are in one envelope, state clearly. The duplicate must be a true reflection of the original, and supporting documents must be certified. The bidder must sign a declaration that the copy is a true reflection of the original. Format: bids must be completed on the official tender document, hand-written only (not re-typed), and NO correction tape or fluid may be used. All pages must be signed and witnessed by two witnesses where required. Initial every page of the original submission. Returnable forms (all must be completed, signed, and submitted): - mbd 1 (invitation to bid): cover page with bidder details, signed. - Mbd 3.1 (Pricing schedule): completed with prices, NO corrections. - Mbd 3.2 (Method of pricing and price adjustments): fully completed. - Mbd 3.3 (Functionality evaluation schedule): only if applicable for 2-stage bidding. - Mbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses any connection to the state; NO bid accepted from persons in the service of the state. - Mbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit. - Mbd 6.2 (Declaration for local production and content): if applicable. - Mbd 8 (declaration of bidder's past supply chain management practices). - Mbd 9 (certificate of independent bid determination): certifies NO collusion. - Listing criteria: completed and signed. - Csd registration report (not summary). - Tax compliance status pin or printed tcs certificate. - Current municipal account (not older than 3 months) or valid lease agreement. - Proof of payment if bid documents were purchased from the municipality. - Medical certificate if claiming disability specific goal. - Annual financial statements if project value exceeds r10 million (see financial requirements). Disqualification risks: - late submission, regardless of reason. - Missing or unsigned returnable forms. - Bids from persons in the service of the state. - Bidders not registered on csd. - Use of correction fluid or re-typed documents. - Failure to include proof of payment if documents were purchased.
The moses kotane local municipality invites quotations for the supply and delivery of water and wastewater treatment plant chemicals and plant optimization testing at the madikwe, pella, molatedi and mogwase plants over a 36‑month period on an as‑and‑when‑required basis. Bidders must be registered on the central suppliers database, submit municipal rates and taxes statements, and may earn up to 20/10 preference points for representivity, with priority given to persons with disability. The closing date is 16 october 2026 at 16:00 (or 23:59 online), bids remain valid for 90 days, and the municipality does not bind itself to accept the lowest‑priced bid.
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ESKOM requires a five-year maintenance and support contract for its nmc/rmc atmos systems used in network management and remote monitoring centres. The tender closes on 12 november 2026 at 08:00. The available documentation does not specify mandatory briefings, evaluation criteria, or detailed eligibility requirements, so bidders should request the full tender pack to assess compliance and pricing expectations.
Returnable quality documentation (per the list of tender returnable, document 240-12248652) - form a (240-68099512, tender and contract quality requirements for qm 58 / iso 9001): must be completed and signed by the bidder, covering sections a and e, to acknowledge and accept eskom's supplier quality requirements. - Quality documentation must be submitted for the single quality category (1, 2, 3 or 4) selected for this procurement and indicated in form a. - Category 1 returnables: signed form a; a valid iso 9001 (or applicable qms) certificate; the latest internal and external management system audit reports, including nonconformities and corrective actions; documented roles, responsibilities and authorities for the qms; a draft contract quality plan specific to the scope of work (per iso 10005); an example itp/qcp from similar or previous work; documented control of externally provided processes, products and services; and records of management review meetings. - Category 2 returnables: signed form a; objective evidence of a developed, implemented and maintained qms (quality manual/scope, quality policy, quality objectives, control of documented information, internal audit procedure, control of nonconforming outputs, and nonconformity and corrective action procedure); the latest internal audit reports; a draft contract quality plan; an example itp/qcp; control of externally provided processes; documented roles and responsibilities; and management review records. - Categories 3 and 4 returnables are selected per the list of tender returnable. - Only one category applies to a procurement process. - Additional scope-specific requirements may be listed from e2 onwards in section e.
A recognised voluntary association, as prescribed by the engineering council of south africa (ecsa), is sought to accredit electrical engineering courses for continuing professional development (cpd) points and to verify the ESKOM academy of learning as a cpd service provider. The contract runs for five years. The tender falls under eskom's category 4 quality requirements, meaning bidders need a documented iso 9001-compliant quality management system but do not require a valid iso 9001 certificate from an accredited certification body. The single most consequential consideration is ecsa recognition as a voluntary association — without this, a bidder cannot proceed.
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ESKOM requires the refurbishment of block a's east ground floor, between the atrium and the northern façade (pillar 30 to pillar 34) at megawatt park, sunninghill, johannesburg, for use by the distribution (dx) nerve centre. The contract is an nec3 engineering and construction contract (april 2013) under main option b (priced contract with bill of quantities). Bidders must price the bill of quantities, provide a 10% performance bond, and accept delay damages of r25,000 per day capped at 10% of the contract value. The most consequential consideration is the strict contractual and financial obligations, including a 5% retention, liability limits, and compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Returnable documents - all must be completed, signed and submitted with the quotation: - sbd 6.2 (Declaration for local production and content) and annex c (local content declaration - summary schedule) are mandatory returnables if applicable. - Proof of ownership/shareholding, preferably cipc documentation, including shareholding breakdown. - Certified ID copies of all shareholders. - Proof of disability, where applicable. - Valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (conditions per b-bbee section). Disqualification risks: - submitting a sworn affidavit with an electronic signature is not accepted by ESKOM. - bids received after the closing time are disqualified regardless of reason.
ESKOM requires a contractor to provide fire, hazmat, rescue and emergency medical services at hendrina power station in mpumalanga for a five-year period. The tender is high-risk from an occupational health and safety perspective, and bidders must submit a full set of OHS returnables, including a signed acknowledgement, health and safety plan, detailed OHS costing, baseline risk assessment, coida letter of good standing, ceo-signed OHS policy, and competency evidence. The most consequential consideration is that failure to meet any of the OHS returnables can result in a 'not recommended' evaluation outcome.
Returnable: complete and sign the acknowledgement form accepting ESKOM supplier quality requirements per specification 240-105658000 and iso 9001. Only category 2 (clause 3.5.3) Of pre-contract award quality requirements applies; do not select other categories. NO sub-supplier assessment applies. All applicable quality clauses and iso 9001 principles must be acknowledged with an x.
The free state provincial government invites bids from service providers for the supply and delivery of traffic uniforms. This is an open tender (request for bid) with NO briefing session. Interested suppliers should submit their bids before the closing date of 12 november 2026.
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Eskom's matimba power station in limpopo is requesting information from suppliers for the maintenance of ducting, dampers, and tubular air heaters during planned outages (go, mo, and ir). This RFI is open to suppliers of general supplies and procurement services. The closing date for submissions is 12 november 2026.
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The city of tshwane requires a professional engineering service provider to compile the technical reports needed to unblock stalled town-planning subdivision applications on six city-owned properties. The scope covers civil services reports, geotechnical and geological investigations, and route determination reports, each produced by an ecsa-registered professional engineer in the relevant discipline. The appointment runs for six months from signature of the service level agreement, with fees priced on the ecsa manual guideline of professional fees. Bidders must score at least 70 out of 100 on functionality and submit online through the e-tender portal by 12 november 2026 at 10:00; NO briefing session applies.
Submission channel - bids must be submitted online through the city of tshwane e-tender portal. Responses must not be placed in the tender box. - Closing: 12 november 2026 at 10:00. Late submissions are not accepted. - Bids remain valid for 90 days after closing. Document preparation - complete bid documents by hand in black pen; re-typed or scanned documents are not accepted. - Cross out price mistakes in ink and initial each alteration. - Correction fluid (tippex or similar) is prohibited. An item priced with correction fluid is rejected; if used on a bill of quantities the whole quotation is repudiated. Returnable documents - mbd 1 (invitation to bid): bidder details and signed offer. - Mbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses any interest held by directors, members or shareholders in other related businesses; failure to declare disqualifies the bid. - Mbd 5: financial statements declaration. - Mbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims specific goal points under the 80/20 system. - Mbd 7.2 (Contract form – rendering of services): signed on award. - Mbd 8 (declaration of bidder's past supply chain management practices). - Mbd 9 (certificate of independent bid determination): certifies the price was set without collusion. - Company registration certificate. - Tax compliance status pin or csd number. - B-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit. - Municipal account statement for rates and taxes. - Csd summary report. - Audited financial statements for the most recent three years, or from date of establishment, or proof that audited statements are not legally required. - Joint venture: signed jv agreement plus all compliance documents for each party. - Authorisation letter or delegation of authority where the signatory is not a director, member, owner or shareholder. Disqualification risks - late submission. - Incomplete pricing schedule — every item must be priced. - Unsigned or missing mbd forms. - Correction fluid on the pricing schedule. - Failure to declare interests on mbd 4.
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