National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications Tenders & RFQ's

1. Bidder must submit a complete and signed bid document in a file with dividers between every schedule, using official forms only (not to be re-typed). 2. The 80/20 preference point system applies (contract value up to r50 million), with points awarded for price and b-bbee status. 3. Bidders must provide a detailed proposal outlining investigation methodology, flexibility to nrcs needs, and summarised curriculum vitae of key staff. 4. A schedule of similar contracts awarded over the last five years (including current contracts) must be completed, as this information is material to award. 5. Bidders must complete and sign the sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure) and sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim form), and any false declarations will lead to automatic disqualification. 6. Tax compliance: bidders must be registered for a tax compliance status (tcs) pin with SARS unless they are not resident in RSA, have NO branch in RSA, and are not liable for any form of taxation in RSA. 7. Bids must be submitted on or before the closing time and date; late bids will not be accepted for consideration.

Submission method: email only submission email: [email protected] / [email protected] Hand-delivered quotes will not be accepted closing date and time: 02 october 2026 at 11:00 offer validity: 90 days from closing date returnable forms (all must be completed, signed and submitted): - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): bidder details and signed offer cover page - sbd 3.1 (Pricing schedule – firm prices): total cost breakdown, all taxes included - sbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses state employment and relationships; false declaration disqualifies - sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims b-bbee points under 80/20 system - authority for signatory: board resolution or members' resolution authorising the signatory - proof of csd registration (maaa number) - valid tax compliance status pin or printed tcs certificate - b-bbee verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for emes/qses) disqualification risks: - late submission - unsigned or incomplete returnable forms - non-firm prices - delivery period exceeding 2 months after purchase order - failure to disclose all csd-registered active companies linked to directors

• Provide office accommodation and storage of products in port elizabeth. • Contract period: 36 months. • Submit proposal as per RFP requirements by closing date (2026/10/13). • NO briefing session is planned.

1. Submit the bid on official forms (not re-typed) and complete all required sbd forms, including sbd 6.1 For preference points. 2. Provide a valid SARS tax compliance status (tcs) pin or csd number; if not registered, complete the relevant declaration. 3. Indicate whether the 80/20 or 90/10 preference point system applies; the tender document must specify which system is used, and bidders must claim preference points accordingly. 4. Submit fixed and firm, all-inclusive pricing, including all delivery costs and applicable taxes; non-firm prices (e.g., Subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered. 5. Provide a separate pricing schedule for each delivery point if different delivery points influence pricing. 6. For consortia, joint ventures, or sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate tcs certificate/pin or csd number. 7. Ensure incident response and resolution times meet the specified severity codes (e.g., Severity 1: initial response within 15 minutes, resolution within 8 hours; severity 4: initial response within 2 hours, resolution within 20 calendar days). 8. Include a formal knowledge transfer plan to the nrcs ICT team as part of the response.

- Submit the bid on official forms only (not re-typed), in a file with dividers between every schedule, as per the bid document checklist. - Be registered on the central supplier database (csd) and provide proof of registration; each party in a consortium/jv/subcontractor arrangement must submit a separate tax compliance certificate (tcs) or csd number. - Prices must be firm (NO price variation, including exchange rate adjustments) and include all delivery costs to the prescribed destination; separate pricing schedules are required for different delivery points. - The applicable preference point system (80/20 for up to r50 million, 90/10 for above) will be determined by the lowest acceptable tender; bidders must indicate how they claim preference points. - Provide a complete list of similar contracts awarded over the last five years, including current contracts, as this information is material to the award. - Disclose any relationship with the state or other bidders, and confirm NO involvement in drafting specifications; false declarations lead to disqualification. - The closing time and date for submissions are not stated in the provided text; verify from the full tender document or issuing authority.