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Procurement activity across South African Weather Service (SAWS). The award rate is the share of concluded tenders (awarded plus closed) that resulted in a published contract award.
As the national meteorological authority, SAWS procures weather radar, observation stations, calibration equipment, high-performance computing, and data platforms. These tenders demand high precision, equipment reliability, and adherence to global meteorological standards. Tenders SA elevates your approach to this scientific market. Our AI Discovery surfaces SAWS tenders suited to your tech, engineering, or research capabilities. Document analysis highlights technical equipment specs, calibration requirements, and service-level agreements. Use procurement intelligence to assess project fit. Our compliance gap analysis flags missing ISO or metrological accreditations, while application assistance helps you structure a precise, data-driven submission for SAWS procurement opportunities.
Supply, installation and commissioning of three 3-phase 40 kva silent diesel generators with built-in fuel storage tanks, one unit for each of the mthatha, bethlehem and bloemfontein weather radar sites, with the successful bidder also concluding a service level agreement and performance scorecard with the south african weather service. Bids close at 11:00 on 23 october 2026 and must be emailed to [email protected], With prices held firm for 60 days from closing and NO late submissions considered. Attendance at the compulsory microsoft teams briefing on 12 october 2026 at 10:30 is a condition of bidding. The single biggest risk is annexure g: a missing or incomplete pricing schedule and financial proposal disqualifies the bid, and under the 80/20 preference system NO specific-goal points can be scored without a valid b-bbee verification certificate or sworn affidavit.
Submission method: email to [email protected] Closing: 23 october 2026 at 11:00 returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted): - annexure a: invitation to bid (supplier details, b-bbee status, foreign supplier questionnaire) - annexure b: general conditions of contract (national treasury gcc july 2010) - annexure c: bidder's disclosure (sbd 4) – declares state employment and relationships - annexure f: preference points claim form (PPPFA 2022) – claims b-bbee specific-goal points - annexure g: pricing schedule and financial proposal – incomplete or missing annexure g disqualifies the bid - annexure h: specifications / terms of reference with bidder's technical/functional response - annexure i: popia supplier notice and consent form - any other documentation issued with the bid disqualification risks: - late submission (after 11:00 on 23 october 2026) - missing or incomplete annexure g - missing or unsigned standard bidding documents - failure to attend compulsory briefing - non-compliance with tax requirements (tcs pin, csd registration) - proven corrupt or fraudulent conduct - bid price not market-related - failure to provide audited financial statements if requested subcontracting: proof of subcontracting agreement required if subcontracting joint ventures/consortia: signed teaming agreement required validity period: 60 days from closing date
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This tender invites bids for the supply of high precision meteorological instruments and data loggers to equip three new greenhouse gas (ghg) monitoring stations in the western cape. Suppliers of professional, scientific, and technical equipment should apply. NO briefing session is scheduled.
• Supply high precision meteorological instruments • supply data loggers • equip three new ghg monitoring stations
The south african weather service is procuring cleaning, hygiene, pest control and waste disposal/management services for its head office in centurion and the irene weather office. Bidders must attend two compulsory briefing sessions on 01 october 2026 and submit their bids electronically via the etender platform by 14 october 2026 at 11:00. The most consequential requirement is the mandatory attendance of both briefing sessions, as failure to attend will result in disqualification.
Submission must be done electronically on the etender platform (https://www.etenders.gov.za/). Bids submitted via any other channel will be disqualified. All required documents must be submitted before the closing time; late responses will not be considered. Bidders must submit the invitation to bid (annexure a), general conditions of contract (annexure b), bidder's disclosure (annexure c), preference points claim form (annexure f), pricing schedule and financial proposal (annexure g), specifications/terms of reference response (annexure h), popia supplier consent form (annexure i), and any other documentation issued with the bid. Bids must be submitted on the official forms, initialed, and must include all required documentation. Enquiries must be submitted in writing at least 5 days before closing date. Bidders are advised to initial all pages of the bid.
Procurement of goods and/or services for the south african weather service (saws) under a framework agreement, requiring electronic submission via the e-tender portal. Bidders must complete all annexures, including a technical/functional proposal, and meet strict compliance, tax, and due-diligence requirements. The most consequential consideration is that failure to submit via e-tender or to complete all required documents will result in automatic disqualification.
Submission method: electronic only, via the e-tender platform at https://www.etenders.gov.za/ - Bids must be submitted before the closing time; late submissions will not be considered. - Any bidder who fails to submit via the e-tender platform will be disqualified. - Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not re-typed) and all pages initialled. - The following returnable documents must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid: - annexure a (invitation to bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page. - Annexure b (general conditions of contract): acknowledges the gcc terms. - Annexure c (bidder's disclosure): discloses any interest or connection to the state. - Annexure f (preference points claim form): claims b-bbee preference points under the preferential procurement regulations 2022. - Annexure g (pricing schedule and financial proposal): the priced offer. - Annexure h (specifications / terms of reference) together with the bidder's technical / functional response. - Annexure i (popia supplier consent form): consents to processing of personal information. - Any other documentation issued with the bid. - Joint ventures, consortia, trusts or partnerships must submit a signed teaming agreement. - Subcontracting arrangements must be supported by proof of the subcontracting agreement. - Saws may reject a bid not submitted in the prescribed format, with incomplete standard bidding documents, or not according to the specifications. - Saws may request further information, conduct site inspections, verify references and oem accreditations, and request audited financial statements before award. - The successful bidder will be required to sign a written contract form (sbd7).
The south african weather service is appointing an accredited certification body to certify its quality management system to the iso 9001:2015 standard over a two-year contract period. The appointed body must hold accreditation from a recognised accreditation body, operate from approved premises with the infrastructure to deliver the service, and will be subject to a due diligence site visit before any award. Pricing must be submitted on the annexure g pricing schedule and financial proposal, and bids close at 11:00 on 12 october 2026, submitted by email only to [email protected]. Evaluation runs on the 80/20 preference point system, with a missing or incomplete pricing schedule resulting in automatic disqualification.
Submission method: email only - submission email: [email protected] - Closing time: 11:00 on 12 october 2026; late bids are not considered - bid validity: 60 days from the closing date - bidders must use the official forms issued with the RFQ; retyped forms are not accepted - all pages of the bid must be initialled - returnable documents: - annexure a (invitation to bid): bidder and supplier details, signed as the offer cover page - annexure b (general conditions of contract): accepted as part of the bid - annexure c (bidder's disclosure, sbd 4): discloses state employment or connections of directors, members or shareholders - annexure f (preference points claim form): claims preference points under the preferential procurement regulations 2022 - annexure g (pricing schedule and financial proposal): non-submission or an incomplete schedule disqualifies the bid - annexure h (specifications / terms of reference) together with the bidder's technical / functional response - annexure i (popia supplier notice and consent form): consents to processing of personal information - any other documentation issued with the bid - joint ventures, consortia, trusts and partnerships must submit a signed teaming agreement - subcontracting arrangements must be supported by proof, such as a subcontracting agreement between the main bidder and the subcontractor - disqualification risks: - late submission - incomplete or missing pricing schedule (annexure g) - incomplete standard bidding documents or forms not submitted in the prescribed format - bids that do not meet the specifications / terms of reference - tax matters not in order with SARS - a proven corrupt or fraudulent act in competing for a contract - any attempt to influence the award decision
The south african weather service requires a service provider to replace the existing security fencing at six radar sites. The work involves supplying and installing new fencing in accordance with the specifications in annexure h, and bidders must submit a technical proposal alongside their pricing. The most consequential consideration is that attendance at the compulsory virtual briefing on 07 october 2026 is mandatory, and bids must be submitted electronically via the e-tender platform before the closing time on 16 october 2026 at 11:00.
Submission method: online only via the e-tender platform at https://www.etenders.gov.za/ - Bids must be submitted electronically before the closing time; late submissions will not be considered. - Any bidder who fails to submit via the e-tender platform will be disqualified. - Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided, not re-typed. - Bidders are advised to initial all pages of their bid. - All documents issued with the bid must be completed and submitted together with the bidder's response. - Saws reserves the right to reject a bid not submitted in the prescribed format. Returnable documents (all must be included): - annexure a: invitation to bid (bidder and contact details, signed as cover page). - Annexure b: general conditions of contract (acknowledged). - Annexure c: bidder's disclosure (declaration of interest). - Annexure f: preference points claim form (b-bbee claim under PPPFA). - annexure g: pricing schedule and financial proposal. - Annexure h: specifications / terms of reference, together with the bidder's technical/functional proposal. - Annexure i: popia supplier consent form. - Any other documentation issued with the bid. Disqualification risks: - submission via any channel other than the e-tender platform. - Late submission, regardless of reason. - Incomplete standard bidding documents (sbds). - Failure to comply with tax requirements. - Proven corrupt or fraudulent acts in competing for the contract. - Attempts to influence the award decision. - Unverifiable reference letters or oem accreditations.
Procurement of goods and/or services for the south african weather service (saws) under a general conditions of contract framework, covering supply, delivery, and related services with strict compliance to official bid forms, tax status, and due diligence checks. Bidders must submit all required annexures, including technical/functional proposals and popia consent, by the closing date, with late submissions rejected. The most consequential consideration is the mandatory completion and signing of all returnable documents, as failure to do so may result in rejection, and saws may conduct reference verification and financial due diligence before award.
Submission method: online only via the e-tender platform at https://www.etenders.gov.za/. Bids submitted by any other channel will be disqualified. Late submissions will not be considered. Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted): - annexure a (invitation to bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page. - Annexure b (general conditions of contract): acknowledged as binding. - Annexure c (bidder's disclosure): declares any conflict of interest or state employment. - Annexure f (preference points claim): claims b-bbee points under the PPPFA 80/20 or 90/10 system. - Annexure g (pricing schedule and financial proposal): priced offer. - Annexure h (specifications / terms of reference) with the bidder's technical/functional response. - Annexure i (popia supplier consent form): consents to processing of personal information. - Any other documentation issued with the bid. Bids must be submitted on the official forms (not re-typed) and initialled on every page. Incomplete standard bidding documents may be rejected. Saws may reject bids not in the prescribed format. Disqualification risks: - submission outside the e-tender platform. - Late submission, regardless of reason. - Incomplete or unsigned returnable forms. - Failure to comply with tax obligations or provide a tcs pin / csd number. - Bidders who are persons in the service of the state, or companies with such directors/members. - Proven corrupt or fraudulent acts in competing for the contract. - Attempts to influence the award decision. Additional requirements: - joint ventures, consortia, trusts or partnerships must submit a signed teaming agreement. - Proof of subcontracting arrangements must be submitted. - Saws may request audited financial statements, conduct reference/oem verification, and carry out due diligence site visits before award. - Shortlisted bidders may be required to present their service offering to the evaluation committee.
The south african weather service requires the supply and delivery of onset hobo (or equivalent) submersible temperature loggers and sensors, along with associated accessories and software, for its marine data collection operations. The goods must be delivered to the cape town weather office, with delivery costs included in the bid price. Bids are evaluated under the 80/20 preference point system, and bidders must submit all required documentation electronically by the closing time to avoid disqualification.
Submission method: email only submission email: [email protected] Closing time: 13 october 2026 at 11:00 bids must be submitted on the official forms provided, not re-typed. Initial every page of the bid. Late bids will not be accepted. Returnable documents (all must be completed and signed): - sbd 3.1 (Pricing schedule): prices in ZAR, VAT inclusive, per item. - Sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure): declares any relationship with state employees or the procuring institution; false disclosure disqualifies. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims b-bbee points under the 80/20 system. - Popia supplier notice and consent form: consent to process personal information. - Proof of csd registration (csd number required). - Tax compliance: tcs pin or printed certificate, or csd number if NO tcs pin. - B-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (for emes/qses) to claim points. - Signed teaming agreement if a joint venture, consortium, trust, or partnership. - Proof of subcontracting arrangement if subcontracting. - Foreign suppliers: complete the foreign supplier questionnaire. Disqualification risks: - incomplete or unsigned standard bidding documents. - Late submission. - False declarations or proven corrupt/fraudulent acts. - Failure to provide tax compliance information when requested.
The south african weather service seeks a service provider to undertake electrical upgrades of the upper air room at upington international airport. A compulsory site briefing is required at the weather office upington international airport, 880. Contractors with electrical services expertise and valid CIDB registration should apply.
Returnable documents: pricing schedule ......................................................................................................... Annexure g
The south african weather service requires a media buying and planning agency to develop and execute integrated, multi-channel media placement campaigns — broadcast, digital, print and out-of-home — that carry critical weather warnings, brand-building and customer campaigns, on a project basis and/or for a fixed 12-month period. The agency must also handle media negotiation and booking, pre- and post-campaign reporting, social media monitoring, media events and proof-of-flighting, with at least five years' experience in the government, public or private sector. Pricing is a fixed monthly retainer for a media planner/buyer and a traffic manager/data analyst, combined with a commission or hybrid fee model, all VAT inclusive and supported by a sworn r50 000 ad placement budget guarantee. The decisive considerations are the compulsory microsoft teams briefing on 08 october 2026, the 11:00 email closing on 15 october 2026, and the 80/20 evaluation in which b-bbee proof must be submitted with the bid to earn any of the 20 preference points.
Submission method: email only submission email: [email protected] Closing time: 11:00 on 15 october 2026 bid validity: 60 calendar days from the closing date returnable documents - annexure a (invitation to bid): completed and signed supplier information and declaration. - Sbd 3.3 (Pricing schedule for services): completed pricing, VAT inclusive. - Sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure): discloses state employment and relationships with the procuring institution. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim form): completed and signed only if preference points are claimed. - Csd registration number. - SARS tax compliance status pin, or a printed tcs certificate. - Valid b-bbee certificate, or a certified copy of a sworn affidavit for points claimed. - Popia supplier notice and consent form (annexure i). - Signed teaming agreement where the bid is a joint venture, consortium, trust or partnership. - Proof of the subcontracting arrangement where subcontractors are used. Disqualification risks - bids received after the closing time. - Incomplete or unsigned standard bidding documents. - Bids that do not follow the specifications or terms of reference. - Tax matters not in order with SARS. - pricing submitted in a format other than the prescribed pricing schedule. - A media owner submitting a bid for these services. - Failure to provide audited financial statements when requested before award.
The south african weather service invites quotations for learning and development facilitation training for six saws personnel. The training must be delivered face-to-face at the service provider's premises in gauteng over five consecutive days, covering the full qcto SP-220319 curriculum at nqf level 5 (36 credits). Bids close on 14 october 2026 at 11:00, submitted electronically to [email protected], With a 60-day validity period. The most consequential requirement is mandatory qcto accreditation and a minimum functional evaluation score of 70 out of 100 to proceed to price and b-bbee scoring.
Submission method: electronic only - email: [email protected] - Closing: 14 october 2026 at 11:00 - validity period: 60 calendar days after closing date returnable forms required: - annexure a (invitation to bid): completed and signed bidder information form - sbd 3.3 (Pricing schedule): completed pricing for services - sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure): declares NO state employment conflicts or collusion - sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim form): completed and signed if claiming b-bbee points - annexure i (popia supplier notice and consent): consent to process personal information disqualification risks: - late submission - incomplete or unsigned standard bidding documents - failure to submit mandatory supporting documents - bid price not market-related - proven corrupt or fraudulent act - tax matters not in order per SARS - attempting to influence award decision - failure to provide audited financial statements if requested
The south african weather service requires a service provider to review, assess and enhance its ICT frameworks and standards. The scope covers the full project lifecycle with deliverables set out in annexure h. Bidders must submit a firm ceiling price in south african rand inclusive of VAT, covering all phases and expenses. The 80/20 preference point system applies, making b-bbee status the single most consequential bidder consideration — a level 1 contributor gains 20 points while non-compliant bidders score zero on specific goals. A due diligence site visit at the bidder's operational premises is mandatory before award, and shortlisted bidders must present to the evaluation committee.
Submission method: electronic only submission email: [email protected] Closing: 13 october 2026 at 11:00 validity period: 60 calendar days after closing date returnable forms required: - annexure a (invitation to bid): completed supplier information, signed as the offer cover page - sbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses state employment and connections to saws officials - sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim form): claims b-bbee points under the 80/20 system - sbd 3.3 (Pricing schedule for services): firm ceiling price with cost breakdown - popia supplier notice and consent form: consent to process personal information disqualification risks: - late submission - incomplete or unsigned returnable forms - failure to provide tax compliance proof or csd registration - state employees or their companies bidding - attempting to influence the award decision - proven corrupt or fraudulent act - bid price not market-related - failure to provide audited financial statements if requested - missing teaming agreement for joint ventures, consortiums, trusts or partnerships - missing proof of subcontracting arrangements
The south african weather service requires security guarding services at its head office in centurion and the irene weather office in irene, gauteng. Bidders must attend two compulsory briefing sessions on 8 october 2026 and submit their bids electronically via the etender platform by 19 october 2026 at 11:00. The most consequential consideration is that both briefing sessions are compulsory and bids submitted by any means other than the etender platform will be disqualified.
Submission method: electronic only, via the etender platform at https://www.etenders.gov.za/. Bids submitted by any other means will be disqualified. Late bids will not be considered. Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted): - annexure a (invitation to bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page. - Annexure b (general conditions of contract): acknowledges the gcc applies. - Annexure c (bidder's disclosure): discloses any conflict of interest or state employment. - Annexure f (preference points claim form): claims b-bbee preference points under the preferential procurement regulations 2022. - Annexure g (pricing schedule and financial proposal): priced offer. - Annexure h (specifications / terms of reference) together with the bidder's technical / functional proposal. - Annexure i (popia supplier consent form): consents to processing of personal information. - Any other documentation issued with the bid. Additional requirements: - initial all pages of the bid. - Joint ventures, consortia, trusts or partnerships must submit a signed teaming agreement. - Proof of subcontracting arrangements must be submitted where applicable. - Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided, not re-typed. Disqualification risks: - submission outside the etender platform. - Incomplete standard bidding documents. - Bids not in the prescribed format. - Late submission, regardless of reason. - False or unverifiable information (e.g., References, oem accreditations).
The department requires a service provider to deliver in-person python training for 21 r&d employees, split between 13 basic-to-intermediate and 8 advanced learners. Training providers with corporate IT training experience and relevant cidb/bbbee credentials should apply. NO compulsory briefing session is required.
Returnable documents: pricing schedule ......................................................................................................... Annexure g
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