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.
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
Cnr Chris Wiid n Van Riebeeck - GROBLERSDAL - GROBLERSDAL - 0470
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Oct 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-172792
Supply and delivery of communication, publications, marketing, media and advertising services on a panel basis for sekhukhune district municipality over three years. The scope spans design and production of printed materials, corporate branding, video production, livestreaming, radio and television coverage, media buying, social media management, and supply of electronic equipment including cameras and televisions. Bidders face a demanding functionality threshold requiring proof of high-value past work, qualified key personnel, adobe software subscriptions and media agency accounts, with only those scoring 60/100 or more advancing to price and preference evaluation under the 80/20 system.
Closing: 04 November 2026 at 11:00. Physical submission only in the bid box at AB Sikhosana Fire Station (Groblersdal Fire Station), next to Groblersdal WTW; submissions at Bareki Mall offices rejected.
Functionality minimum 60/100 to proceed: company experience (50 points) needs signed, stamped reference letters with appointment letters/purchase orders — R500 001+ value scores full marks; personal qualifications (25 points) require CVs and NQF 6-7 media/finance qualifications for graphic designer, journalist/writer and accountant; graphic software (15 points) needs proof of 6+ Adobe CC apps; media agency account (10 points) needs proof with national broadcaster and local media house.
Tax and registration: valid SARS TCS PIN or printed TCS certificate; compliant CSD registration; certified directors' IDs under 3 months old; company registration documents. Each JV/consortium party must submit separate tax and CSD documentation.
Financial thresholds: bids under R10 million need municipal rates/lease proof not overdue beyond 90 days or rural affidavit plus consent form for services verification; bids over R10 million additionally require audited financials for 3 years, certificate of no undisputed municipal arrears over 30 days, state contract history for 5 years, and foreign sourcing statement.
Preference points: 80/20 system applies; 20 specific-goal points available for HDI status (10 points: pre-1994 non-voting rights 6 pts, woman ownership >50% 1 pt, disability ownership >50% 1 pt, HDI youth 1 pt, locality within SDM 1 pt) plus locality within SDM jurisdiction (10 pts); proof must accompany bid or points are forfeited.
Returnable forms (all compulsory, signed): MBD 1 Part A & B, Pricing Schedule, MBD 4, MBD 5 (if >R10M), MBD 6.1, MBD 7.2, MBD 8, MBD 9, Schedule 1A, Schedule 1B, Form of Offer, Bidder Municipal Services Account Verification Consent Form.
No compulsory briefing session or site inspection. Bid validity 90 days. Subcontracting permitted.
Contacts: SCM — Voster Masemola, 013 262 7656/7301, [email protected]; Technical — Lemson Moropjane, 067 008 5686, [email protected].
Continue with tenders sharing this issuer, category, or province.
Return to this tender’s issuing organisation, province, or category.
Continue with tenders sharing this issuer, category, or province.
Date & Time
Wednesday, 04 November 2026 - 11:00
Venue
null
Categories
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Cnr Chris Wiid n Van Riebeeck - GROBLERSDAL - GROBLERSDAL - 0470
AI Document Analysis Stages
Important Dates
03 Oct
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
04 Nov
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.
Appointment of a Panel of Service Providers for the Provision of Communication, Publications, Marketing, Media, and Advertising Services for a Period of Three Years.pdf
Sekhukhune District Municipality invites bids for a panel of service providers to deliver communication, publications, marketing, media and advertising services over a three-year period. The contract covers design, production and distribution of print and digital materials, media buying, radio and television coverage, video production, livestreaming, corporate branding items and supply of electronic equipment.
To download these documents and access AI-powered analysis, visit the main tender page.
Matched by category & region
Free guidance to prepare before you bid
Not sure if your business is ready for this tender? Check CSD, CIDB, and B-BBEE requirements, run a readiness assessment, and move from opportunity to submission.
Open Supplier Readiness HubMedian Estimate
R 289 440
Range
Based on 25 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
* Estimates are based on historical data and do not guarantee actual award values.
We refine every tender document through these stages so you can brief your team and prepare your bid with confidence. Anything marked as "in progress" will be upgraded automatically — no action required from you.
Closing date: 04 November 2026
Closing time: 11:00
Compulsory briefing session: None (document indicates briefing session not compulsory, no date/venue provided)
Site inspection: Not applicable
Bid validity period: 90 days from closing date
Contact Information
Source: Appointment of a Panel of Service Providers for the Provision of Communication, Publications, Marketing, Media, and Advertising Services for a Period of Three Years.pdf (TENDER)Bidding procedure enquiries:
Technical enquiries:
Submission address:
Bid box at AB Sikhosana Fire Station (Groblersdal Fire Station), next to Groblersdal WTW, Sekhukhune District Municipality
Service delivery address:
Sekhukhune District Municipality, Office of the Executive Mayor, Communications Unit
Submission Guidelines
Source: Appointment of a Panel of Service Providers for the Provision of Communication, Publications, Marketing, Media, and Advertising Services for a Period of Three Years.pdf (TENDER)Submission method: Physical deposit in bid box at AB Sikhosana Fire Station (Groblersdal Fire Station), next to Groblersdal WTW. Bid box open 24/7. Submissions at Bareki Mall offices will not be considered.
Closing: 04 November 2026 at 11:00.
Returnable forms (all must be completed, signed and submitted):
Administrative requirements (must be submitted for evaluation):
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Appointment of a Panel of Service Providers for the Provision of Communication, Publications, Marketing, Media, and Advertising Services for a Period of Three Years.pdf (TENDER)Three-stage evaluation:
Stage 1 – Administration (Returnable Documents): completeness check of all compulsory returnable documents listed above. Non-compliant bids eliminated.
Stage 2 – Functionality (100 points, minimum qualifying score 60/100):
Only bidders scoring ≥60/100 proceed to Stage 3.
Stage 3 – Preferential Point System (80/20 per PPPFA Regulations 2022):
Bidders must submit proof/documentation to claim specific-goal points; failure to submit = points not claimed.
Technical Specifications
Source: Appointment of a Panel of Service Providers for the Provision of Communication, Publications, Marketing, Media, and Advertising Services for a Period of Three Years.pdf (TENDER)Scope: Appointment of a panel of service providers for publications, marketing, media and advertising services for 36 months (3 years) as and when required.
Key deliverables:
Publications & Marketing:
Media Services:
Electronic equipment supply: 65" & 75" QLED 4K Smart TVs, cameras (full-frame 45MP), lenses (400mm f/2.8, 16-35mm f/2.8, 50mm macro), gimbals (2kg+ payload), carbon-fibre tripods (9-15kg load) with fluid heads
Financial Requirements
Source: Appointment of a Panel of Service Providers for the Provision of Communication, Publications, Marketing, Media, and Advertising Services for a Period of Three Years.pdf (TENDER)Pricing format: Firm prices for Year 1, Year 2, Year 3 for each line item in the pricing schedule (VAT inclusive). Subtotal, VAT (15%), Total per year.
Bid security / guarantees: Not explicitly stated in document.
Retention / performance guarantees: Not explicitly stated.
Payment terms: Not explicitly stated; standard municipal terms likely apply.
Financial capacity thresholds:
Tax compliance: SARS TCS PIN or printed TCS certificate required; each JV/consortium party must submit separate TCS/CSD.
CSD registration: Compliant CSD registration mandatory.
B-BBEE: Specific goals claim via MBD 6.1; 20 points available under 80/20 system.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Appointment of a Panel of Service Providers for the Provision of Communication, Publications, Marketing, Media, and Advertising Services for a Period of Three Years.pdf (TENDER)Mandatory compliance:
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.
Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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.
Address
Cnr Chris Wiid n Van Riebeeck - GROBLERSDAL - GROBLERSDAL - 0470
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
1
Last checked
04 Oct 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
This tender has strong source evidence, including source metadata and supporting tender information synced from the government tender portal.
Tenders SA is not the issuing authority. All tenders are automatically synced from the official government tender portal. Always confirm final submission details, closing dates, briefing sessions, eligibility requirements, and documents on the official government portal before applying.
Key Personnel
Provinces Active
Industries
Learn how to submit a winning bid with these related articles
Win consulting, legal, accounting, and engineering service contracts with government. Learn registration requirements and proposal strategies.
Win government insurance, banking, actuarial, and financial consulting contracts. FSCA licensing requirements and tender strategies for financial service providers.
Master the art of the consulting bid. How to structure your methodology, price your services competitively, and score maximum evaluation points.
A professional guide for law firms to join the provincial and municipal legal panels in Gauteng, covering compliance, specialization, and bidding.
💡 Want more tendering tips and strategies?
Explore Our BlogGet deep intelligence on Other service activities. Unlock full pricing strategies, bid frequency, and historical win rates.