Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
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.
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
75 4th Steet - Houghton Estate - Johannesburg - 2192
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
09 Oct 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-173573
Johannesburg water requires the supply and delivery of laboratory consumables to its cydna lab, including dishwashing liquid, towel paper, cotton wool rolls, and aa and aaa batteries. Bidders must provide manufacturer datasheets and brand names for all items, as failure to do so results in disqualification. The quotation is evaluated on an 80/20 preference point system, with 20 points reserved for smmes that are 51% or more black-owned. The most consequential consideration is the mandatory submission of all compulsory documents and the manufacturer datasheets by the closing deadline.
Closing: 16 October 2026 at 12:00pm, submitted via the E-tender portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/) using CSD credentials.
Manufacturer datasheets and manufacturer names are required for all items; failure to provide them leads to disqualification.
Quotations must be on company letterhead, in PDF format, include all applicable taxes, and state brand names where required.
Evaluation: 80/20 system – 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goal of SMME (EME or QSE) 51% or more black-owned by Black People; proof via valid B-BBEE certificate or compliant sworn affidavit (non-compliant affidavit scores zero).
Compulsory returnable documents: valid Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS PIN, certified B-BBEE certificate/affidavit, municipal rates statement (not older than 3 months, no arrears over 90 days), MBD 4, MBD 8, MBD 9, MBD 6.1, proof of CSD registration, company registration documents with ID copies of directors/shareholders, and signed Joint Venture Agreement if applicable.
Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD); quotations from persons in the service of the state or blacklisted by National Treasury are not considered.
Quotation validity: 60 days; samples may be requested before order placement.
Date & Time
Friday, 16 October 2026 - 12:00
Venue
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All quotes must be submitted via e-tender portal. Emailed quotes will not be accepted.
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75 4th Steet - Houghton Estate - Johannesburg - 2192
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Description
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)09 Oct
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
16 Oct
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
These references help suppliers understand the public-procurement framework around this opportunity. They are generated from the tender category, issuing organisation type and procurement context.
These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
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)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf
Supply and delivery of laboratory consumables to the Cydna Lab of Johannesburg Water, including dishwashing liquid, towel paper, cotton wool rolls, and AA and AAA batteries, with quantities ranging from 60 to 240 units. The contract is subject to the 80/20 preferential procurement system, with 20 points allocated for SMME (51% black-owned) status.
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Supply and delivery of cleaning consumables and batteries to Johannesburg Water Cydna Lab. Items include dishwashing liquid, towel paper, cotton wool rolls, and AA/AAA batteries.
Important Dates
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 12:00pm. No briefing session or site visit is stated in the document.
Contact Information
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Contact person: Mthetho Maqutyana
Telephone: 011 688 1574 / 688-1530
E-tenders Contact Centre:
Telephone: +27(0)12 406 9222 / 012 406-9229 / 012 312-5000
Email: [email protected]
CSD support:
Email: [email protected]
Johannesburg Water SOC Ltd
65 Ntemi Piliso Street
Newtown
Johannesburg, 2107
PO Box 61542
Marshalltown, 2107
Submission Guidelines
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Submission method: E-tender portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/). Login with CSD credentials, select the RFQ by reference number, complete the submission checklist, attach compulsory documents, and confirm. Quotations must be on company letterhead and in PDF format (MS Word, MS Excel, pictures are not allowed). Quotations received after the closing time will not be accepted. Quotations without brand names where required will not be accepted. Total quotation value must include all applicable taxes. Acceptance is subject to Johannesburg Water's Supply Chain Policy.
Returnable documents (all compulsory unless noted):
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation on the 80/20 point scoring system: 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals as per PPPFA 2022. Specific goal: SMME (an EME or QSE) 51% or more black owned by Black People – 20 points. Verification: valid B-BBEE certificate issued by a SANAS accredited verification agency, or DTI/CIPC B-BBEE certificate for EMEs or QSEs, or a sworn affidavit. Failure to submit proof for specific goals means no points claimed for that goal.
Technical Specifications
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Supply and delivery of consumables to Johannesburg Water Cydna Lab:
Bidders must provide manufacturer datasheet and manufacturer names for all items. Sample units may be requested before proceeding with order.
Pricing Schedule
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Pricing must be quoted per item, excluding VAT, with the total quotation inclusive of all applicable taxes. The Bill of Quantities (BOQ) must be fully completed where applicable.
Financial Requirements
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Quotation validity: 60 days. Total quotation value must include all applicable taxes. No bid security, bonds, guarantees, or retention are stated. No financial capacity or turnover thresholds are stated.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory requirements:
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Specific goal: SMME (an EME or QSE) 51% or more black owned by Black People. 20 points allocated for this specific goal. Verification: valid BBBEE certificate issued by SANAS accredited verification agency or DTI/CIPC BBBEE certificate for Exempted Micro Enterprises or Qualifying Small Enterprise, or affidavit sworn under oath.
Contractual Terms
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)This bid is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act of 2000, the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022, the General Conditions of Contract (GCC), and any applicable special conditions. Acceptance of a quotation is subject to Johannesburg Water's Supply Chain Policy. No specific contract duration, termination, or penalty terms are stated.
Special Conditions
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Notes: Please provide manufacturer datasheet and manufacturer names for all items. Failure to provide manufacturer datasheet will result in disqualification. Sample units may be requested before proceeding with order.
Requirements
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory requirements: full completion of Bill of Quantities/specification where applicable; attendance of compulsory site briefing where applicable; attachment of datasheet, reference letter, proof of certification/accreditation, functionality requirements where applicable; no RFQ from persons in service of the state; no bidder blacklisted by National Treasury or any National Authority due to non-performance; all quotes on PDF and on company letterhead; submission of Joint Venture Agreement where applicable, properly signed by all parties. Also: quotations must be on company letterheads; quotations received after closing date and time will not be accepted; quotations without brand names where required will not be accepted; total quotation value to include all applicable taxes; submit a copy of valid BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit; ensure all attached MBDs are duly completed and signed; submit a copy of valid lease agreement or municipal account statement not older than 3 months and not in arrears for more than 90 days; acceptance of quotation subject to Johannesburg Water's Supply Chain Policy.
Section
Source: 6000080648_Consumables_Cydna Lab.pdf (RFQ)Quotations will be evaluated on the 80/20 point scoring system: 80 points allocated to price and 20 points for specific goals as per PPPFA 2022. This bid is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act of 2000 and the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
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Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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