Artscape invites bids for the supply, delivery, and installation of a line array speaker system for its opera house venue, requiring full compatibility with the existing meyer sound system. The tender targets experienced suppliers capable of meeting strict technical specifications, administrative compliance, and b-bbee requirements.
Key Requirements
Submit bids by 30 June 2026 at 13:00 to the Tender Box at Artscape Building 1-10, D.F. Malan Street, Cape Town (2 hard copies + 1 USB).
Attend the compulsory briefing session on 17 June 2026 at 11:00 AM at Artscape, Stage Door.
Provide a minimum of 18 self-powered line array tops (9 per side) with specifications including 110° horizontal coverage, 145 dB SPL, and compatibility with existing Meyer Sound components.
Comply with tax requirements (valid Tax Clearance Certificate or TCS PIN/CSD number) and B-BBEE Level 3 or better.
Complete all Standard Bid Documents (SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD8, SBD9) and submit a company profile.
Meet the 70% minimum threshold in functionality evaluation (technical specs, experience, support accreditation, warranty, and training).
Adhere to the 80/20 preference point system (80 points for price, 20 for B-BBEE status) and ensure bids remain valid for 150 days.
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Description
Source: Bid Invitation _ Line array speaker system.pdf
Important Dates
08 Jun
2026
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30 Jun
2026
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Artscape invites bids for the supply, delivery, and installation of a line array speaker system for the Artscape Opera Venue. The system must integrate seamlessly with the existing Meyer Sound setup and meet strict technical specifications, including 18+ self-powered line array tops, specific SPL, frequency range, and rigging requirements. The tender closes on 30 June 2026, with a compulsory briefing on 17 June 2026. Evaluation follows a multi-gate process (administrative compliance, functionality, and 80/20 price-BBBEE scoring).
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Artscape invites bids for the supply, delivery, and installation of a line array speaker system for the Opera venue.
Artscape is a performing arts institution under the Cultural Institutions Act, 1998, with a complex housing multiple venues, companies, and Fine Music Radio.
The new system must replace and upgrade the main left and right speaker clusters, operating seamlessly with the existing Meyer Sound setup.
Important Dates
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Compulsory briefing session: 17 June 2026 at 11:00 AM at Artscape, Stage door.
Tender closing date: 30 June 2026 at 13:00 (1:00 PM).
Bid validity period: 150 days from the closing date.
Contact Information
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Bid documents can be downloaded from www.etenders.gov.za or https://www.artscape.co.za/tenders/, or purchased for R250 (non-refundable, VAT inclusive) from Artscape, D.F. Malan Street, Foreshore, Cape Town (request in advance).
Submission Guidelines
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Submit bid to Tender Box, Artscape Building 1-10, D.F. Malan Street, Stage Door, Cape Town.
Closing date: 30 June 2026 at 13:00 (1:00 PM). Late bids will not be accepted.
Submit two hard copies: one original bid document and one copy, plus one soft copy on a flash drive.
Use a sealed envelope with the bidder's name, address, bid number (ART02/2026), and closing date.
If posting, send by registered mail; couriered documents must arrive before closing.
Complete and submit all required Standard Bid Documents (SBDs) as per the checklist.
Incomplete documents or failure to comply with requirements may render the bid invalid.
Artscape reserves the right to award, not award, or partially award the bid.
Returnable Documents
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Complete and submit: SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD8, SBD9, company profile, B-BBEE certificate, tax clearance/TCS PIN/CSD number.
Sign all documents; provide proof of authority if signing on behalf of company.
Submit original plus one copy and electronic copy on USB.
Evaluation Criteria
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Evaluation follows a multi-gate process:
Gate 0: Submission of Standard Bid Documents (SBDs).
Gate I: Administrative compliance (tax clearance, completed SBDs, company profile). Non-compliance leads to disqualification.
Years in industry: 5 points (0-5 years = 3 points; 6+ years = 5 points).
Accreditation of technical support staff: 35 points (includes proof of accreditation, 24/7/365 support, availability of spare parts and interim loan system within 48 hours, warranty, and training).
Gate III: Price and B-BBEE using the 80/20 preference point system.
Price points: 80 points calculated using the formula Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin).
B-BBEE points: 20 points based on status level (Level 1=20, Level 2=18, Level 3=14, Level 4=12, Level 5=8, Level 6=6, Level 7=4, Level 8=2, non-compliant=0).
Bidders scoring below 70% on functionality are disqualified and do not proceed to Gate III.
Technical Specifications
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Scope: Supply, delivery, and installation of a line array speaker system for the Artscape Opera venue.
System must be fully compatible with the existing Meyer Sound system (centre cluster: 4x CQ2 speakers; side fill: CQ2; front fills: 6x M1D; subs: 4x HP 700; processor: Galileo 616).
Required components:
Minimum 18 self-powered line array tops (9 per side).
Specifications per top: coverage min. 110° horizontal, variable vertical; SPL min. 145 dB; low-frequency transducer: 2x min. 10-inch drivers; high-frequency transducer: 1x min. 5-inch driver; frequency range 55Hz–16kHz; max weight 53kg; max width 880mm; rigging with quick-release pins; Powercon through power; analog input XLR 3-pin; digital input Milan AVB via Ethernet; removable castor frame.
Cabling: All signal, power, network, and interlinking connections must be supplied.
Line array speaker processor: Min. 4 channels analog XLR inputs; min. 8 channels analog XLR outputs; network inputs AVB Milan with redundant port; sample rate 24bit 96kHz; RJ45 ports for remote control via WiFi/LAN; Powercon.
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Experience: Points awarded for years in industry (0-5 years = 3 points; 6+ years = 5 points).
Technical support: Proof of accreditation for technical support staff required (5 points).
After-sales support: Must provide proof of 24/7/365 technical support services (5 points) and availability of spare parts and interim loan speaker system within 48 hours (5 points).
Pricing Schedule
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Submit firm prices on SBD3.1 form.
Non-firm prices or those subject to exchange variations are not considered.
Include all applicable taxes and delivery costs.
Bid valid for 150 days.
Financial Requirements
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Submit firm prices only; non-firm prices or prices subject to exchange rate variations will not be considered.
Use the Pricing Schedule (SBD3.1) and include all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, skills levies).
Include all delivery costs in the bid price.
Bid must remain valid for 150 days from the closing date.
Compliance Requirements
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Tax compliance: Submit a valid original Tax Clearance Certificate or TCS PIN. If registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) but no TCS PIN, provide CSD number (starting with MAAA). For consortia/JVs/subcontractors, each party must submit separate proof.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Must be registered and active on the National Treasury CSD, reflecting tax compliance and not being a restricted supplier (www.csd.gov.za).
B-BBEE: Submit a valid original B-BBEE certificate or certified copy (issued by IRBA-approved auditor or SANAS-accredited agency) showing a rating level of 3 or better. Trusts, consortia, JVs, public entities, and tertiary institutions must submit consolidated certificates.
Prohibited bidders: Persons in the service of the state, companies with directors in state service, or close corporations with members in state service are disqualified. Must not be listed on the Database of Restricted Suppliers or Register for Tender Defaulters.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC): Initial each page.
B-BBEE Requirements
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Submit valid B-BBEE certificate or certified copy from IRBA-approved auditor or SANAS-accredited agency.
Trusts, consortia, JVs, public entities, tertiary institutions must submit consolidated certificates per bid.
Health & Safety
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Rigging equipment includes 2x 6m, 2-ton safety steel cables with PVC covering for line array hanging.
General obligation to provide a safe, professional service.
Contractual Terms
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Warranty: One-year replacement warranty (10 points) and three-year repair warranty (5 points) contribute to functionality score.
Training: Bidder must train all Artscape sound technicians in setup and running of the system, including tuning tools (5 points).
Bid validity: 150 days.
Contract: Successful bidder's proposal forms a binding contract; assumes total responsibility.
Artscape may request clarifications or demonstrations within 24 hours.
Special Conditions
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Bids evaluated per the 80/20 scoring principle under Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022.
Must provide proof of CSD registration showing active, tax-compliant, non-restricted status.
Complete all documents fully; incomplete submissions are non-responsive.
Use black ink; no correction fluid; line through errors and initial changes.
Artscape may conduct supplier due diligence, request presentations/demonstrations, and seek clarifications within 24 hours.
Award may be made to one or more bidders on a non-exclusive basis; Artscape reserves the right not to award.
Requirements
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Foreign suppliers: If not a resident of RSA, no branch, permanent establishment, income source, or tax liability in RSA, then no requirement to register for SARS TCS PIN.
Submit bids on official forms, not retyped.
Subject to Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000, Regulations, GCC, and special conditions.
Successful bidder signs written contract (SBD7).
Provide SARS PIN or TCS certificate for tax verification.
Consortia/JVs/subcontractors each submit separate TCS/CSD proof.
Persons in state service disqualified.
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Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
D.F. Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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