Appointment of a service provider for business continuity management training

{"name":null,"email":"[email protected]","phone":null,"department":null,"address":"d Name of Bidder"}

Ps= 80(1−Pt−Pmin )

Pmin

Where

Ps = Points scored for price of tender under consideration

Pt = Price of tender under consideration

Pmin = Price of lowest acceptable tender

3.2. Formulae for disposal or leasing of state assets and income

Generating procurement

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About ATNS

The Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) Company of South Africa provides air traffic

management, communication, surveillance, navigation, and related services, including

training. ATNS manages 10% of the world’s airspace and employs over 1,100 staff to ensure

safe, efficient, and orderly air traffic services across 21 aerodromes in South Africa,

including OR Tambo, Cape Town, and King Shaka International Airports. In the broader African

region, ATNS supports aeronautical satellite communication (VSAT networks) across 33

states, connecting the continent from Cape to Cairo and extending to the Middle East.

ATNS Vision:

To be the leading provider of air traffic management solutions and associated services across

Africa and select international markets.

ATNS Mission:

To provide safe, expeditious, and efficient air traffic management solutions, while ensuring

economic, social, and environmental sustainability.

ATNS values include:

Safety and Customer Centricity: Prioritising customer needs and ensuring that

safety is non-negotiable

Accountability: Holding ourselves and others accountable for our actions

Agility: Ensuring that we are flexible and adaptable to change

Diversity: Embracing inclusion, equality and social differences

Integrity: Following a moral and incorruptible corporate code

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ATNS Business Environment

ATNS is a State-Owned Company (SOC), established in 1993 under the ATNS Company Act

(Act ) to provide air traffic services aligned with ICAO standards and South African

Civil Aviation Regulations. As a commercialised air navigation service provider (ANSP), ATNS

operates on a “user-pays” principle, relying on revenues and debt funding to cover operational

and capital expenses.

Regulated Business Activities

ATNS regulated activities contribute 90% of its revenue. Key offerings include:

Air navigation services: Planning, operating, and maintaining airspace infrastructure

such as communication, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) systems.

Air traffic service charges: Governed by the Economic Regulating Committee (RC),

ATNS sets service tariffs and maintains service standards under a five-year permission

structure.

Training: The ATNS Aviation Training Academy (ATA) provides internationally

accredited air traffic services and technical training, earning recognition as IATA’s Top

Regional Training Partner in 2012 and 2013.

Non-Regulated Business Activities:

ATNS non-regulated operations contribute 10% of revenue and focus on regional

expansion through a subsidiary, ATNS International. This platform enables ATNS to

explore joint ventures and partnerships, enhancing market opportunities and

regional influence.

For more details, visit: www.atns.com

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2.1. The organisation requires the services of a qualified and accredited training service

provider to deliver Business Continuity Management (BCM) training aligned with the

requirements of ISO 22301. The training is intended to enhance the knowledge, skills,

and competency of the GRC team in establishing, implementing, maintaining, and

continually improving a Business Continuity Management System (BCMS.

3. Objective

3.1 The objective of this RFQ is to appoint a suitably qualified and accredited training provider

to:

a) Deliver Business Continuity Management training based on ISO 22301 requirements.

b) Provide official course material and training resources.

c) Facilitate assessments where applicable.

d) Provide internationally recognised ISO 22301 certification to successful delegates.

e) Equip participants with practical knowledge to develop, implement and manage a Business

Continuity Management System.

3.2 Scope of work

3.2.1 Training Delivery

Provide instructor-led BCM training covering, at a minimum, the following:

a) Business Continuity Management principles and concepts.

b) ISO 22301: Business Continuity Management Systems requirements.

c) Context of the organisation.

d) Leadership and commitment.

e) Risk assessment and business impact analysis.

f) Business continuity strategies and solutions.

g) Business continuity plans and procedures.

h) Incident response and crisis management.

i) Exercising, testing, and reviewing BCM plans.

j) Performance evaluation and continual improvement.

3.2.2 Certification

The service provider shall:

a) Be accredited and authorised to provide ISO 22301-related training and certification.

b) Conduct ISO 22301 lead implementer assessments or examinations

c) Issue ISO 22301 lead implementer certificates to successful participants.

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3.2.3 Training Materials

The provider shall supply:

a) Participant manuals.

b) Training presentations.

c) Practical exercises and case studies.

d) Assessment material.

e) Copies of all training resources.

3.2.4 Training Venue

a) A total of ten (10) delegates will attend the Business Continuity Management (BCM)

Training and ISO 22301 Certification programme.

b) The training venue will be provided by ATNS. Training may be conducted at either of the

following ATNS facilities: (Classroom-based sessions - physical)

a) Option 1

ATNS Aviation Training Academy (ATA)

ACSA Gate 14, 14 Bonaero Drive

Bonaero Park

Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1619

a) Option 2

ATNS Head Office

Eastgate Office Park, Block C

South Boulevard Road

Bruma, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2198

The final venue will be confirmed with the successful bidder during project initiation. The

service provider shall therefore include all training costs, materials, certification fees,

facilitator costs and any associated expenses in the quoted price, excluding venue hire

costs.

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4. Validity Period

4.1. Proposals must remain valid for 60 days from submission.

4.2. Extensions may be requested, with bidders notified accordingly.

5. Correspondence

5.1. Clarifications Before Bid Closure

All queries should be directed to:

Officer: Demand Management

Bright Blessie: [email protected] (cc: [email protected])

4.1.1 Insert the reference number and description of tender on the subject line

5.2. Clarifications After Bid Closure

5.2.1. All queries should be directed to:

Officer: Acquisition Management

Sinenhlanhla Mbongwa: [email protected] (cc: [email protected])

5.2.1 Insert the reference number and description of tender on the subject line

6. Bid Submission Structure

6.1. The bid must be submitted in three (3) parcels through e-Submission (e-Tender)

system:

6.1.1. Parcel A – Administrative & Mandatory (Phase 1 & 2 Evaluation)

• Volume 1A: General instructions and administrative requirements

(Excluding SBD 3.3 & 6.1)

• Phase 1: Administrative Requirements

• Phase 2: Mandatory requirements

6.1.2. Parcel B – Technical Proposal (Phase 3 Evaluation)

• Phase 3: Functionality/Technical Requirements

6.1.3. Parcel C – Price & Specific Goals (Phases 4 Evaluation)

• SBD 3.3: Pricing schedule

• SBD 6.1: Preference Points Claim Form

• Central Supplier Database (CSD) Report

• Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) Documents

• Shareholder Certificates

• ID copies of shareholders

• Valid B‐BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs)

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Section b: bid evaluation process

The bid evaluation process for this RFQ will be conducted in Four (4) distinct stages

as follows:

Stage 1: Administrative Requirements

Stage 2: Mandatory Requirements

Stage 3: Functionality Evaluation

Stage 4: Price and Specific Goals

7. Stage 1: Administrative Requirements

No. Requirement Description

7.1. South African Revenue Services The bidder must submit proof of tax

(SARS) Valid Tax Compliance Status compliance demonstrating that the bidder

PIN Document meets SARS requirements. SARS PIN must

remain valid for 60 days from submission

7.2. Non-Compliance with Administrative Requirements

7.3. If the Bidder fails to comply with any of the administrative requirements, or if ATNS is

unable to verify whether these requirements are met, ATNS reserves the right to:

7.3.1. Reject the bid and exclude it from further evaluation, or

7.3.2. Accept the bid for evaluation, subject to the following condition:

7.3.2.1. The Bidder must submit any supplementary information within seven (7) days to

achieve full compliance.

7.3.2.2. The supplementary information must strictly address administrative

requirements and not be substantive in nature.

8. Stage 2: Mandatory Requirements

8.1. Stage 2 of the evaluation process entails the assessment of mandatory requirements.

8.2. Only bidders who fully comply with all mandatory requirements will advance to the

subsequent stage of evaluation. Failure to comply with any mandatory requirement will

result in automatic disqualification from the bidding process.

8.3. Mandatory requirements are as follows:

No. Mandatory Criteria Proof Required Notes / Conditions

8.3.1. Failure to submit the required proof Training Provider Registration Bidder to provide proof of registration will result in the bid not being

as a training provider with a relevant evaluated beyond this stage

SANAS, SETA, QCTO, or equivalent

recognized body

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NOTE: Failure to submit the all the mandatory requirements will result in the bid

disqualification

9. Stage 3: Functionality Evaluation

Evaluation & Scoring Guidelines Documentary Evidence Required /

No. Functionality Criteria Points

(Objective) Notes/Conditions

[a] Reference letters must be on official client

letterhead

[b] Must indicate business continuity

Number of valid reference letters for Business

management and/or ISO 22301 training

Continuity Management and/or ISO 22301 services rendered

training projects completed

[c] Must be signed and dated by authorized Relevant Company 1 representative 40

Experience Scoring: [d] Must include contact details (email and/or

a) 3 or more compliant reference letters = 40

phone)

b) 2 compliant reference letters = 30

[e] Work must be completed within the past 5 c) non-submission OR 1 reference letter = 0

years

[f] Only compliant reference letters will be

counted

Evaluation based on the bidder

addressing the following elements in the [a] A written methodology document

proposed methodology: must be submitted

[b] The methodology must clearly 1. BCM Training Methodology

2. ISO 22301 Framework and Requirements address the six (6) elements.
3. Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and Risk [c] Generic methodology will not be

Methodology and Assessment Approach

2 considered. 30 Training Approach 4. Training Delivery Approach (Physical)

5. Assessment Process [d] ATNS requires training for 10
6. Certification Process and Timelines delegates and the methodology

should reflect the proposed approach Scoring:

a) 6 elements = 30 for delivering the training and

b) 4–5 elements = 20 certification programme.

c) 0–3 elements = 0

[a] Detailed CVs of all proposed training

personnel who will conduct and

Evaluation of the proposed Lead

deliver the BCM training to the Facilitator

delegates must be submitted.

a) Minimum of 5 years BCM training [b] CVs must clearly indicate BCM

Experience of experience = 30 training experience and knowledge of

3 Proposed b) 3 to 4 years BCM training recognized standards such as, but 30

Facilitator(s) experience = 20 not limited to:

c) Less than 3 years BCM training

[c] ISO 22301 (Business Continuity experience and/or no supporting

Management Systems) evidence = 0

[d] ISO 22313 (Guidance on BCM)

[e] Disaster Recovery and Crisis

Management principles

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Minimum Threshold (required to qualify for further evaluation on price and preference points) 70

Total Points 100

Bidder must meet the minimum threshold in each category (Company experience, Methodology and

Experience of proposed facilitator)

a) Company Experience - Minimum point = 30

b) Methodology – Minimum = 20

c) Proposed facilitator – minimum = 20

10. Stage 4: Price and Preference Points for Specific Goals

10.1. The bid will be evaluated using the 80/20 point system.

Criteria Means of Verification Points

Price Proposed Bid Price 80,00

Preference Points Specific Goals 20,00

Total Points 100,00

10.2. The 80/20 price/preference points system will be applied to the evaluation of

responsive tenders up to and including a Rand value of R50’000’000 (all applicable

taxes included), whereby the order(s) will be placed with the tenderer(s) scoring the

highest total number of adjudication points.

10.3. The formulae to be utilised in calculating points scored for price are as follows:

Pt−Pmin

Ps= 80(1− )Pmin

Pmin

Where

Ps = Points scored for price of tender under consideration

Pt = Price of tender under consideration

Pmin = Price of lowest acceptable tender

The tendered amounts shall be evaluated based on the pricing information provided by

bidder in the applicable Standard Bidding Document (SBD) for this bid:

Definition Required Evidence for evaluation Required

Document

SBD 3.3 Pricing Schedule (Professional Services) [a] Full completed and signed Standard

Bidding Document (SBD 3.3) and

any other Price related document as

requested in this bid.

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10.4. Preference points will be based on the Specific Goal as per below:

Definition Required Evidence Number of The specific goals

points allocated in terms of this

allocated bid

(80/20

system)

51% Black Owned suppliers An entity with at least 51% (a) Central Supplier 10,00

(Section 2(1)(d)(i) of the black ownership, which Database (CSD)

PPPFA) confers both voting rights and Report

economic interest to black (b) Companies and

people Intellectual Property

Commission (CIPC)

Documents

(c) Shareholder

Bid response documents may be sent to: e-submission (e-tender) system

Bidding procedure enquiries may be directed to technical enquiries may be directed to:

(a) Sinenhlanhla Mbongwa

CONTACT PERSON (b) Bright Blessie CONTACT PERSON

Telephone

Telephone number +27 11 607 1000 number

Facsimile number n/a facsimile number

(a) [email protected]

E-MAIL ADDRESS (b) [email protected] E-MAIL ADDRESS

Supplier information

Name of bidder

Postal address

Street address

Telephone number code number

Cell phone number

Facsimile number code number

E-mail address

VAT registration

Number

Supplier tax compliance system central

Compliance status pin: supplier

Or

Database

No: MAAA

B-bbee status tick applicable box] b-bbee status level [tick

Level verification sworn affidavit applicable

Certificate box]

Yes No

Yes

No

[A B-BBEE STATUS LEVEL VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE/ SWORN AFFIDAVIT (FOR EMES & QSEs) MUST BE

Submitted in order to qualify for preference points for b-bbee]

ARE YOU THE Yes No

Accredited are you a foreign

Representative in based supplier for the [if yes, answer

SOUTH AFRICA FOR Yes No GOODS /SERVICES /WORKS THE

The goods offered? Questionnaire

/Services /works [if yes enclose proof] below ]

Offered?

Questionnaire to bidding foreign suppliers

Is the entity a resident of the republic of south africa (RSA)? yes NO

Does the entity have a branch in the RSA? yes NO

Does the entity have a permanent establishment in the RSA? yes NO

Does the entity have any source of income in the RSA? yes NO

Is the entity liable in the RSA for any form of taxation? Yes NO

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If the answer is “NO” to all of the above, then IT is not a requirement to register for a tax

Compliance status system pin code from the south african revenue service (SARS) and if not

Register as per 2.3 Below.

37. SBD 1 – Terms and Conditions for Bidding (PART B)

38. Bid submission:

1.1. Bids must be delivered by the stipulated time to the correct address. Late bids will not be

Accepted for consideration.

1.2. All bids must be submitted on the official forms provided–(not to be re-typed) or in the

Manner prescribed in the bid document.

1.3. This bid is subject to the preferential procurement policy framework act, 2000 and the

Preferential procurement regulations, 2022, the general conditions of contract (gcc)

And, if applicable, any other special conditions of contract.

1.4. The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written contract form

2. Tax compliance requirements

2.1 Bidders must ensure compliance with their tax obligations.

2.2 Bidders are required to submit their unique personal identification number (pin) issued by

SARS to enable the organ of state to verify the taxpayer’s profile and tax status.

2.3 Application for tax compliance status (tcs) pin may be made via e-filing through the SARS

Website www.SARS.GOV.ZA.

2.4 Bidders may also submit a printed tcs certificate together with the bid.

2.5 In bids where consortia / joint ventures / sub-contractors are involved, each party must

Submit a separate tcs certificate / pin / csd number.

2.6 Where NO tcs pin is available but the bidder is registered on the central supplier database

(Csd), a csd number must be provided.

2.7 NO bids will be considered from persons in the service of the state, companies with

Directors who are persons in the service of the state, or close corporations with

Members persons in the service of the state.”

Nb: failure to provide / or comply with any of the above particulars may render the bid invalid.

Signature of bidder: ...................................................

Capacity under which this bid is signed: ...................................................

(Proof of authority must be submitted e.g. company resolution)

Date: .................................

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38. SBD 3.3 – Pricing Schedule (Professional Services)

Name of bidder: .....................................................................

Bid NO.: atns/rfq01/07/2026/27/grc_bcmt

CLOSING TIME 11:00 CLOSING DATE: 12 August 2026

Offer to be valid for 60 days from the closing date of bid.

Item description bid price in RSA currency

NO **(all applicable taxes included)

Description Delegates Unit Cost Total Cost

Business Continuity Management

(BCM) Training and ISO 22301

Certification (inclusive of all costs

required for training delivery, 10 R R

assessments, certification, training

materials, administration and related

expenses)

Sub Total (VAT Excl.) R

VAT 15% r

Grand Total R

Any enquiries regarding bidding procedures may be directed to the –

(Insert name and address of department/entity)

Tel: _______________________________________________

Or for technical information –

(Insert name of contact person)

Tel:_____________________________________________

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39. SBD 4 – Bidder’s Disclosure

40. Purpose of the form

Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In

line with the principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as enshrined in

the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and further expressed in various pieces of

legislation, it is required for the bidder to make this declaration in respect of the details required

hereunder.

Where a person/s are listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters and / or the List of Restricted

Suppliers, that person will automatically be disqualified from the bid process.

2. Bidder’s declaration

2.1 Is the bidder, or any of its directors / trustees / shareholders / members / partners or

any person having a controlling interest3 in the enterprise,

employed by the state? YES/NO

2.1.1 If so, furnish particulars of the names, individual identity numbers, and, if applicable,

state employee numbers of sole proprietor/ directors / trustees / shareholders /

members/ partners or any person having a controlling interest in the enterprise, in table

below.

Full Name Identity Number Name of State

institution

3 the power, by one person or a group of persons holding the majority of the equity of an enterprise,

alternatively, the person/s having the deciding vote or power to influence or to direct the course and

decisions of the enterprise.

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2.2 Do you, or any person connected with the bidder, have a relationship with any person

who is employed by the procuring institution? YES/NO

2.2.1 If so, furnish particulars:

................................................................................................

................................................................................................

2.3 Does the bidder or any of its directors / trustees / shareholders / members / partners

or any person having a controlling interest in the enterprise have any interest in any

other related enterprise whether or not they are bidding for this contract?

Yes/no

2.3.1 If so, furnish particulars:

........................................................................................

........................................................................................

32.1. Any budget amount that may be indicated in this document shall be deemed to be a

guide only and Bidders are expected to submit a costing that is fair and reasonable.

32.2. All costs related to this assignment are to be allowed for in the pricing schedule and in

the formats prescribed and must be returned as part of the submission. Bids submitted

without a price or with an incomplete price, will be deemed to be non-responsive.

32.3. A pricing schedule with one of the specified elements (fees and reimbursable costs)

omitted from the costing, may be considered non-responsive.

33. Registration On the CSD

33.1. In this part, bidders must submit proof of their registration, or proof that they have

applied for registration on the Central Supplier Database. Bids submitted without the

required proof, will be deemed to be non-responsive.

34. Registration Certificates and Accreditation with OEMS Or Professional Bodies

34.1. Registration with professional bodies. Bids submitted without proof will be deemed to

be non-responsive.

35. Fraud Prevention and Whistleblowing

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35.1. ATNS is committed to the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity. All bidders,

suppliers, and stakeholders are encouraged to report any suspected fraud, corruption,

or unethical conduct related to this procurement process.

35.2. Reports may be made confidentially and anonymously through the ATNS Fraud

Hotline:

35.2.1. Fraud Hotline: 0800 222 335 (Freecall number available 24hrs)

35.2.2. Email: [email protected]

35.2.3. Deloitte Tip-offs website www.tip-offs.com

35.3. All allegations will be treated with strict confidentiality and investigated in line with

ATNS policies and applicable legislation.

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Section d: standard bidding documents

36. SBD 1 - Invitation to Bid (PART A)

You Are Hereby Invited to Bid for Requirements of the Air Traffic and Navigation Services SOC Limited (ATNS)

BID NUMBER: ATNS/RFQ01/07/2026/27/GRC_BCMT CLOSING 12 August 2026 CLOSING 11h00

Date: time:

Appointment of a service provider for business continuity management training

Section d: standard bidding documents ........................................................... 22

36. SBD 1 - Invitation to Bid (PART A) ............................................................... 22

37. SBD 1 – Terms and Conditions for Bidding (PART B) ..................................... 23

38. SBD 3.3 – Pricing Schedule (Professional Services) ..................................... 24

39. SBD 4 – Bidder’s Disclosure ...................................................................... 25

40. SBD 6.1 – Preferential Points Claim Form in Terms of the Preferential

Procurement Regulations 2022 ............................................................................... 28

41. Protection of Personal Information (POPIA) Consent ................................... 33
42. General Conditions of Contract ................................................................. 36

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SBD 3.3 Pricing Schedule (Professional Services) [a] Full completed and signed Standard

Bidding Document (SBD 3.3) and

any other Price related document as

requested in this bid.

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10.4. Preference points will be based on the Specific Goal as per below:

31.1. Bidders must complete, sign and return the full “Invitation to Bid” document.

31.2. Bids submitted without a completed and signed Invitation to Bid will be deemed to be

non-responsive.

32. Pricing Schedule

32.1. Any budget amount that may be indicated in this document shall be deemed to be a

guide only and Bidders are expected to submit a costing that is fair and reasonable.

32.2. All costs related to this assignment are to be allowed for in the pricing schedule and in

the formats prescribed and must be returned as part of the submission. Bids submitted

without a price or with an incomplete price, will be deemed to be non-responsive.

32.3. A pricing schedule with one of the specified elements (fees and reimbursable costs)

omitted from the costing, may be considered non-responsive.

Members persons in the service of the state.”

Nb: failure to provide / or comply with any of the above particulars may render the bid invalid.

Signature of bidder: ...................................................

Capacity under which this bid is signed: ...................................................

(Proof of authority must be submitted e.g. company resolution)

Date: .................................

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38. SBD 3.3 – Pricing Schedule (Professional Services)

Name of bidder: .....................................................................

Bid NO.: atns/rfq01/07/2026/27/grc_bcmt

CLOSING TIME 11:00 CLOSING DATE: 12 August 2026

Offer to be valid for 60 days from the closing date of bid.

(d) ID copies of shareholders (e) Valid B‐BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) 30% Black Woman Owned An entity with at least 30% (a) Central Supplier 10,00 Suppliers. (Section 2(1)(d)(i) black woman ownership, Database (CSD) of the PPPFA) which confers both voting Report rights and economic interest to (b) Companies and black people Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) Documents (c) Shareholder (d) ID copies of shareholders (e) Valid B‐BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) 10.4.1. The Bidder must indicate how they claim points for specific for each preference point system in the provided SBD 6.1.

Verification of Specific Goals 11.1. Tenderers must also provide valid proof to substantiate any claims made in support of these goals to qualify for the allocated points. The following information is required for bidders to qualify for specific claimed: 11.2. Bidders must submit: 11.2.1. CSD Report 11.2.2. CIPC documents 11.2.3. Shareholder certificates 11.2.4. ID copies of shareholders 15 | P a g e

ATNS Specific Goals 12.1. ATNS evaluates bids based on Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022. 12.2. Suppliers are required to claim points for specific goals in SBD 6.1. SECTION C: RFQ CONDITIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS TO BID

Disclaimer 13.1. The Bidder shall bear all costs incurred in connection with the preparation and submission of their Bid Response and for finalisation of the contract and the attachments thereof. ATNS will in no case be responsible for payment to the Bidder for these costs. 13.2. The Company reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to undertake discussions with one or more Bidders, and to accept that Bid or modified Bid which in its sole judgment, will be most advantageous to the Company, price and other evaluation factors having been considered.

Points Allocation: 20 points

B-BBEE Details: ENQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECTED TO TECHNICAL ENQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECTED TO:

(a) Sinenhlanhla Mbongwa

CONTACT PERSON (b) Bright Blessie CONTACT PERSON

Telephone

Telephone number +27 11 607 1000 number

Facsimile number n/a facsimile number

(a) [email protected]

E-MAIL ADDRESS (b) [email protected] E-MAIL ADDRESS

Supplier information

Name of bidder

Postal address

Street address

Telephone number code number

Cell phone number

Facsimile number code number

E-mail address

VAT registration

Number

Supplier tax compliance system central

Compliance status pin: supplier

Or

Database

No: MAAA

B-bbee status tick applicable box] b-bbee status level [tick

Level verification sworn affidavit applicable

Certificate box]

Yes No

Yes

No

[A B-BBEE STATUS LEVEL VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE/ SWORN AFFIDAVIT (FOR EMES & QSEs) MUST BE

Submitted in order to qualify for preference points for b-bbee]

ARE YOU THE Yes No

Accredited are you a foreign

Representative in based supplier for the [if yes, answer

SOUTH AFRICA FOR Yes No GOODS /SERVICES /WORKS THE

The goods offered? Questionnaire

/Services /works [if yes enclose proof] below ]

Offered?

Questionnaire to bidding foreign suppliers

Is the entity a resident of the republic of south africa (RSA)? yes NO

Does the entity have a branch in the RSA? yes NO

Does the entity have a permanent establishment in the RSA? yes NO

Does the entity have any source of income in the RSA? yes NO

Is the entity liable in the RSA for any form of taxation? Yes NO

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If the answer is “NO” to all of the above, then IT is not a requirement to register for a tax

Compliance status system pin code from the south african revenue service (SARS) and if not

Register as per 2.3 Below.

37. SBD 1 – Terms and Conditions for Bidding (PART B)
38. Bid submis

that the information provided shall only be used for the preparation of a response to this document. The information

furnished will not be used for any other purpose than stated and that the information will not directly or indirectly, by

agent, employee or representative, be disclosed either in whole or in part, to any other third party without the express

written consent by the Company or its representative.

ATNS Fraud Hotline: Fraud Hotline: 0800 222 335 (Freecall number available 24hrs); Email: [email protected] ; Deloitte Tip-offs

website www.tip-offs.com

Reference number atns/rfq01/07/2026/27/grc_bcmt

Safety and Customer Centricity: Prioritising customer needs and ensuring that

safety is non-negotiable

Accountability: Holding ourselves and others accountable for our actions

Agility: Ensuring that we are flexible and adaptable to change

Diversity: Embracing inclusion, equality and social differences

Integrity: Following a moral and incorruptible corporate code

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ATNS is a State-Owned Company (SOC), established in 1993 under the ATNS Company Act

(Act ) to provide air traffic services aligned with ICAO standards and South African

Civil Aviation Regulations. As a commercialised air navigation service provider (ANSP), ATNS

operates on a “user-pays” principle, relying on revenues and debt funding to cover operational

and capital expenses.

23.1. As soon as it becomes known to the contractor that he/she will not be able to deliver

the services within the delivery period and/or against the quoted price and/or as

specified, ATNS must be given immediate written notice to this effect. ATNS reserves

the right to implement remedies as provided for in the GCC.

I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION FURNISHED IN PARAGRAPHS 1, 2 and 3

economic, social, and environmental sustainability.

14.1. Whilst ATNS have taken every reasonable step to ensure the accuracy of this brief, the

Company accepts no liability in relation to the accuracy of any representations made.

Bidders should accept that their tender response is on the basis and reliance of its own

judgment and information. ATNS reserves the right to vary the scope and terms as

described in this document. If any variation does take place tenderer will be advised

as soon as possible in writing.

14.2. The successful tenderer will be engaged subject to acceptance of a contract containing

the standard Terms and Conditions as given. The contract contains standard clauses

including a retention clause for non-satisfactory completion, breach of contract and

confidentiality clauses and a requirement for the tenderer to have adequate

professional indemnity insurance. All Tenderers must bear in mind that if circumstances

dictate, ATNS reserves its right to withdraw from any commitments that will be entered

into within this statement of work.

14.3. All designs and documentation submitted by the tenderer will be treated as

confidential.

14.4. ATNS reserves the right to reject, withdraw or cancel any or all Proposals/Tenders, to

undertake discussions with one or more Tenderers and to accept that tender or

modified tender which in its sole judgment, will be most advantageous to the Company,

price and other evaluation factors having been considered.

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15. Cancellation of Procurement Process

15.1. This procurement process can be postponed or cancelled at any stage at the sole

discretion of ATNS provided that such cancellation or postponement takes place prior

to entering a contract with a specific service provider to which the bid relates.

16. Bid Submission Conditions, Instruction and Evaluation Process/Criteria

16.1. The Bid submission conditions and instructions as well as the evaluation

process/criteria have been noted. Non-compliance to any of these will result in a bid

being rejected.

17. Negotiation and Contracting

17.1. ATNS have the right to enter negotiation with one or more Bidders regarding any terms

and conditions, including price(s), of a proposed contract.

17.2. Under no circumstances will negotiation with any Bidders, including preferred Bidders,

constitute an award or promise/ undertaking to award the contract.

17.3. ATNS shall not be obliged to accept the lowest or any bid, offer or proposal.

17.4. A contract will only be deemed to be concluded when reduced to writing in a formal

contract and Service Level Agreement (if applicable) signed by the designated

responsible person of both parties.

17.5. ATNS also reserves the right to enter one contract with a Bidder for all required

functions or into more than one contract with different Bidders for different functions.

18. Reasons for Rejection

18.1. ATNS shall reject a proposal for the award of a contract if the recommended Bidder

has committed a proven corrupt or fraudulent act in competing for the particular

contract.

18.2. ATNS may disregard the bid of any bidder if that bidder, or any of its directors:

18.2.1. Have abused the SCM system of the ATNS.

18.2.2. Have committed proven fraud or any other improper conduct in relation to such

system.

18.2.3. Have failed to perform on any previous contract and the proof exists.

18.2.4. Such actions shall be communicated to the National Treasury.

19. General Conditions of Contract

19.1. The General Conditions of Contract must be accepted.

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20. Additional Information Requirements

20.1. During evaluation of the bids, additional information may be requested in writing from

Bidders. Replies to such request must be submitted, within 7 working days or as

otherwise indicated. Failure to comply, may lead to your bid being disregarded.

20.2. No additional information will be accepted from any individual Bidder without such

information having been requested.

21. Confidentiality

21.1. The bid and all information in connection therewith shall be held in strict confidence

by Bidders and usage of such information shall be limited to the preparation of the

bid. Bidders shall undertake to limit the number of copies of this document.

22. Intellectual Property, Inventions and Copyright

22.1. Copyright of all documentation relating to this contract belongs to the client. The

successful Bidder may not disclose any information, documentation, or products to

other clients without the written approval of the accounting authority or the delegate.

22.2. This paragraph shall survive termination of this contract.

23. Non-Compliance with Delivery Terms

23.1. As soon as it becomes known to the contractor that he/she will not be able to deliver

the services within the delivery period and/or against the quoted price and/or as

specified, ATNS must be given immediate written notice to this effect. ATNS reserves

the right to implement remedies as provided for in the GCC.

24. Warrants

24.1. The bidder warrants that it can conclude this Agreement to the satisfaction of ATNS.

25. Parties not affected by waiver or breaches

25.1. The waiver (whether express or implied) by any Party of any breach of the terms or

conditions of this contract by the other Party shall not prejudice any remedy of the

waiving party in respect of any continuing or other breach of the terms and conditions

hereof.

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25.2. No favour, delay, relaxation or indulgence on the part of any Party in exercising any

power or right conferred on such Party in terms of this contract shall operate as a

waiver of such power or right nor shall any single or partial exercise of any such power

or right under this agreement.

26. Retention

26.1. On termination of this agreement, the bidder shall, on demand hand over all

documentation provided as part of the project and all deliverables, etc., without the

right of retention, to ATNS.

26.2. No agreement to amend or vary a contract or order or the conditions, stipulations or

provisions thereof shall be valid and of any force and effect unless such agreement to

amend or vary is entered into in writing and signed by the contracting parties. Any

waiver of the requirement that the agreement to amend or vary shall be in writing, shall

also be in writing.

27. Central Supplier Database

27.1. It is a requirement that all suppliers/ services providers to ATNS shall be registered on

the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD).

27.2. Bidders are therefore required to register as a supplier on the CSD before submitting

a bid. The CSD website can be accessed on the following link:

http://ocpo.treasury.gov.za/Pages/default.aspx

27.3. Bidders are therefore required to submit proof of their registration on the CSD, or if not

yet registered, provide proof of their application to be registered, with their bid.

27.4. No bid will be awarded, and a contract concluded with a bidder who is not registered

on the CSD.

28. Format of Bids

28.1. Bidders must complete all the necessary bid documents and undertakings required in

this bid document. Bidders are advised that their proposal should be concise, written

in plain English and simply presented.

28.2. If applicable, Bidders are to set out their proposal in the format prescribed hereunder.

This means that the proposal must be structured in the parts noted below. Information

not submitted in the relevant part, may not be considered for evaluation purposes.

29. SARS Tax Clearance Certificate(S)

29.1. Bidde must ensure compliance with their tax obligations.

29.2. Bidders are required to submit their unique personal identification number (PIN) issued

by SARS to enable the organ of state to view the taxpayer’s profile and tax status.

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29.3. Application for tax compliance status (TCS) or PIN may also be made via e-filing. To

use this provision, taxpayers will need to register with SARS as e-filers through the

website www.sars.gov.za

29.4. Bidders may also submit a printed TCS together with the bid.

29.5. In bids where consortia/ joint ventures/ sub-contractors are involved; each party must

submit a separate proof of TCS/ PIN/ CSD number.

29.6. Where no TCS is available, but the bidder is registered on the Central Supplier

Database (CSD), a CSD number must be provided.

29.7. Bids submitted without any one of the above, will be deemed to be non-responsive.

30. Declaration of Interest

30.1. Each party to the bid must complete and return the “Declaration of Interest”.

30.2. Bids submitted without a complete and signed Declaration of Interest will be deemed

to be non-responsive.

31. Invitation to Bid

31.1. Bidders must complete, sign and return the full “Invitation to Bid” document.

31.2. Bids submitted without a completed and signed Invitation to Bid will be deemed to be

non-responsive.

Section a: introduction and scope of work ..................................................... 7

1. Introduction ............................................................................................... 7
2. Background ............................................................................................... 9
3. Objective ................................................................................................... 9
4. Validity Period .......................................................................................... 11
5. Correspondence ...................................................................................... 11
6. Bid Submission Structure ..................................................................... 11

Section b: bid evaluation process ...................................................................... 12

7. Stage 1: Administrative Requirements ....................................................... 12

8. Stage 2: Mandatory Requirements ............................................................. 12

9. Stage 3: Functionality Evaluation ............................................................... 13

10. Stage 4: Price and Preference Points for Specific Goals ............................... 14

11. Verification of Specific Goals .................................................................... 15

12. ATNS Specific Goals ................................................................................. 16

Section c: RFQ conditions and instructions to bid ....................................... 16

13. Disclaimer ............................................................................................... 16

14. Contract Terms ........................................................................................ 16

15. Cancellation of Procurement Process ........................................................ 17

16. Bid Submission Conditions, Instruction and Evaluation Process/Criteria ...... 17

17. Negotiation and Contracting ..................................................................... 17

18. Reasons for Rejection ............................................................................... 17

19. General Conditions of Contract ................................................................. 17

20. Additional Information Requirements ........................................................ 18

21. Confidentiality ......................................................................................... 18

22. Intellectual Property, Inventions and Copyright ........................................... 18

23. Non-Compliance with Delivery Terms ........................................................ 18

24. Warrants .................................................................................................. 18

25. Parties not affected by waiver or breaches ................................................. 18

26. Retention ................................................................................................. 19

27. Central Supplier Database ........................................................................ 19

28. Format of Bids ......................................................................................... 19

29. SARS Tax Clearance Certificate(S) ............................................................. 19

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30. Declaration of Interest .............................................................................. 20

31. Invitation to Bid ........................................................................................ 20

32. Pricing Schedule ...................................................................................... 20

33. Registration On the CSD ........................................................................... 20

Navigation Services Company Limited (ATNS) and no representation or warranty, express or

implied, is made as to the accuracy, completeness, or thoroughness of the content of this

Request for Quotation (RFQ).

6.1. The bid must be submitted in three (3) parcels through e-Submission (e-Tender)

system:

6.1.1. Parcel A – Administrative & Mandatory (Phase 1 & 2 Evaluation)

• Volume 1A: General instructions and administrative requirements

(Excluding SBD 3.3 & 6.1)

• Phase 1: Administrative Requirements

• Phase 2: Mandatory requirements

6.1.2. Parcel B – Technical Proposal (Phase 3 Evaluation)

• Phase 3: Functionality/Technical Requirements

6.1.3. Parcel C – Price & Specific Goals (Phases 4 Evaluation)

• SBD 3.3: Pricing schedule

• SBD 6.1: Preference Points Claim Form

• Central Supplier Database (CSD) Report

• Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) Documents

• Shareholder Certificates

• ID copies of shareholders

• Valid B‐BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs)

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Section b: bid evaluation process

The bid evaluation process for this RFQ will be conducted in Four (4) distinct stages

as follows:

Stage 1: Administrative Requirements

Stage 2: Mandatory Requirements

Stage 3: Functionality Evaluation

Stage 4: Price and Specific Goals

7. Stage 1: Administrative Requirements

points allocated in terms of this

allocated bid

(80/20

system)

51% Black Owned suppliers An entity with at least 51% (a) Central Supplier 10,00

(Section 2(1)(d)(i) of the black ownership, which Database (CSD)

PPPFA) confers both voting rights and Report

economic interest to black (b) Companies and

people Intellectual Property

Commission (CIPC)

Affidavit (for

EMEs/QSEs)

30% Black Woman Owned An entity with at least 30% (a) Central Supplier 10,00

Suppliers. (Section 2(1)(d)(i) black woman ownership, Database (CSD)

of the PPPFA) which confers both voting Report

rights and economic interest to (b) Companies and

black people Intellectual Property

Commission (CIPC)

judgment and information. ATNS reserves the right to vary the scope and terms as

described in this document. If any variation does take place tenderer will be advised

as soon as possible in writing.

14.2. The successful tenderer will be engaged subject to acceptance of a contract containing

the standard Terms and Conditions as given. The contract contains standard clauses

including a retention clause for non-satisfactory completion, breach of contract and

confidentiality clauses and a requirement for the tenderer to have adequate

professional indemnity insurance. All Tenderers must bear in mind that if circumstances

dictate, ATNS reserves its right to withdraw from any commitments that will be entered

into within this statement of work.

14.3. All designs and documentation submitted by the tenderer will be treated as

confidential.

14.4. ATNS reserves the right to reject, withdraw or cancel any or all Proposals/Tenders, to

undertake discussions with one or more Tenderers and to accept that tender or

modified tender which in its sole judgment, will be most advantageous to the Company,

price and other evaluation factors having been considered.

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22.1. Copyright of all documentation relating to this contract belongs to the client. The

successful Bidder may not disclose any information, documentation, or products to

other clients without the written approval of the accounting authority or the delegate.

22.2. This paragraph shall survive termination of this contract.

25.1. The waiver (whether express or implied) by any Party of any breach of the terms or

conditions of this contract by the other Party shall not prejudice any remedy of the

waiving party in respect of any continuing or other breach of the terms and conditions

hereof.

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25.2. No favour, delay, relaxation or indulgence on the part of any Party in exercising any

power or right conferred on such Party in terms of this contract shall operate as a

waiver of such power or right nor shall any single or partial exercise of any such power

or right under this agreement.

26.1. On termination of this agreement, the bidder shall, on demand hand over all

documentation provided as part of the project and all deliverables, etc., without the

right of retention, to ATNS.

26.2. No agreement to amend or vary a contract or order or the conditions, stipulations or

provisions thereof shall be valid and of any force and effect unless such agreement to

amend or vary is entered into in writing and signed by the contracting parties. Any

waiver of the requirement that the agreement to amend or vary shall be in writing, shall

also be in writing.

35.2.1. Fraud Hotline: 0800 222 335 (Freecall number available 24hrs)

35.2.2. Email: [email protected]

35.2.3. Deloitte Tip-offs website www.tip-offs.com

35.3. All allegations will be treated with strict confidentiality and investigated in line with