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.
Issuing Organization
Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)Location
Gauteng
Closing Date
30 Sept 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
546 Paul Kruger St - Pretoria Station, Pretoria - Pretoria Station, Pretoria - 0001
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
21 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-171133
PRASA ngr invites bids for the supply and delivery of bbs material on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months. Bidders must price in south african rand on a fixed basis, inclusive of all applicable taxes, and complete the pricing schedule strictly as provided. Only sabs-approved quality material will be accepted; inferior material will be rejected at the contractor's cost. The 80/20 preference point system applies. Bidders must be registered on the csd (unless a foreign supplier with NO local entity) and comply with tax obligations, including submitting a SARS pin. Evaluation follows a staged approach: mandatory requirements (stage 1a and 1b), then technical/functionality (stage 2), then preference points and price. Track record of at least one successfully completed project with a minimum value of r1 million in the last 10 years is required. The contract is governed by south african law, and bidders must complete the sbd forms, including sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure) and sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim).
Bidders must submit a completed Price Schedule and Pricing form (Section 4) strictly in accordance with the Bill of Quantities; pricing must be in South African Rand, fixed, and inclusive of all applicable taxes.
Bidders must provide a track record of successfully completed projects for the supply/delivery of material or similar projects in the last 10 years, with only projects valued at a minimum of R1 million considered; evidence must include a reference letter stating company name, contact person, and confirmation of completion, and one document must show the contract value.
Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD); only foreign suppliers with no local registered entity are exempt from this requirement.
Bidders must comply with tax obligations and submit their unique SARS PIN for tax compliance verification.
Bidders must complete and submit SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form) as part of the bid.
All material supplied must be SABS-approved quality; inferior quality material will be rejected and replaced at the contractor's cost.
The 80/20 preference point system applies; bidders must indicate how they claim preference points for specific goals as per Table 1.
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, 30 September 2026 - 12:00
Venue
null
NO late/email submissions will be accepted. Bidders who submit their proposals through courier services must ensure that their package is clearly labelled with the companies name, contact details and email address outside the package so that the courier service driver is able to complete the submission register properly. Submission address: dark grey building 546 paul kruger c/o scheiding street, pretoria station precinct PRASA ngr offices by NO later than 12:00pm.
Categories
Request for Quotation
546 Paul Kruger St - Pretoria Station, Pretoria - Pretoria Station, Pretoria - 0001
Recommended Certifications
Having these can improve your winning chances: SABS Product Certification, NRCS Certification
AI Document Analysis Stages
Description
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf21 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
30 Sept
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.
AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is procuring the supply and delivery of BBS (Building, and related) materials on an as-and-when-required basis for its NGR (National Government Rail) operations, with delivery to the Pretoria North Facilities Management Depot. The contract runs for 36 months and will be awarded to two service providers, each with a contract value of R1,500,000 (VAT inclusive).
To download these documents and access AI-powered analysis, visit the main tender page.
Organization
Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)Contact Person
Thuli Shabangu
Phone
043-700-2331
Secure PRASA tenders with AI Matching & Recommendations, rail-infrastructure intelligence, compliance analysis, and bid support for rolling stock and station upgrades.
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 792 559
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.
Supply and delivery of BBS material to PRASA Pretoria North Facilities Management Depot on as-and-when basis over 36 months. Two service providers to be appointed at R1,500,000.00 VAT Inclusive each. Materials must be SABS approved. Contract duration 36 months from signature and site access certificate, terminable for underperformance. PRASA may collect material from contractor's premises.
Important Dates
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 30 September 2026 at 12:00 PM. Contract duration: 36 months from contract signature and site access certificate issuance. Delivery lead times: standard items within 48 hours from written request; long-lead items per manufacturer's timeline communicated in writing. Quotation for material supplied must be submitted within 10 working days after delivery. Invoices must be submitted within 30 days for payment.
Contact Information
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Bidding procedure enquiries: Thulisile Shabangu, telephone 012 748 7571, email [email protected]. Bid submission address: 546 Paul Kruger c/o Scheiding Street, PRASA Cres Building, Pretoria Station Precinct, Pretoria (bid box). Invoice submissions: [email protected]. Complaints: [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope deposited in the bid box at 546 Paul Kruger c/o Scheiding Street, PRASA Cres Building, Pretoria Station Precinct, Pretoria, before the closing time. Bids must be on the official forms; re-typed or different formats could be declared non-responsive. Late bids will not be considered. Quotations must be addressed to PRASA before the closing date and time. Bidders must complete all returnable documents including the Price Schedule (Section 4) strictly in the provided format, all SBD forms, and a Joint Venture/Consortium/Partnering Agreement if applicable. Incomplete bids will be disqualified. Quotations must remain valid for 60 working days from closing date. Bidders must not canvass PRASA officials between closing and award; doing so risks disqualification. Complaints about the bid process should be emailed to [email protected] with bid reference, description, closing date, supplier details, and detailed complaint.
Returnable Documents
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory Returnable Documents (failure to provide at closing date results in disqualification): Price Schedule and Pricing form (Section 4), Joint Venture/Consortium/Partnering Agreement signed by all parties. Other Mandatory Requirements (may be requested within 5 working days): tax compliance status, CSD registration, SABS approval certificates, track record evidence.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation is in stages: Stage 1A Mandatory Requirements (Price Schedule in required format; JV/Consortium agreement if applicable) — automatic disqualification if not submitted. Stage 1B Other Mandatory Requirements (completion of all RFP documentation, valid COIDA letter of good standing, valid SARS PIN, CSD registration number) — may be requested within 5 working days, otherwise disqualification. Stage 2 Technical/Functionality: minimum threshold 60%. Components: Company's Track Record (35%) — projects in supply and delivery of material or similar in last 10 years, minimum value R1 million, evidence required (appointment letter/contract + reference/completion certificate); Relevant Municipality Footprint (35%) — proof of company existence in City of Tshwane via rates and taxes or lease agreement not older than 3 months, points for footprint in Gauteng municipalities, highest for City of Tshwane; Transport (30%) — certified copies of owned or hired vehicles, points for number of vehicles. Stage 3 Price and Specific Goals: Price 80 points, Specific Goals 20 points, using the 80/20 preference point system. Price formula: Ps = 80(1 − (Pt−Pmin)/Pmin). Specific goals points for Black Women Owned, Black Youth Owned, Black Owned, Black People with Disability, and Black Military Veterans, with proof required.
Technical Specifications
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Scope: Supply and delivery of BBS (Building and Building-related Services) material to PRASA Pretoria North Facilities Management Depot, as-and-when required for 36 months. Award split between two service providers at R1,500,000.00 VAT inclusive each. All materials must be SABS/SABS-approved, high quality, and compliant with specifications. Standard off-the-shelf items delivered within 48 hours from written request. Long-lead materials per manufacturer's timeline formally communicated in writing. Deliveries only during normal working hours (Mon-Fri 07h30-16h00). Incorrect deliveries rectified at contractor's cost. Late deliveries subject to penalty of 10% of value of work; repeated violations may lead to contract termination. Poor quality material not accepted; PRASA may withhold payments. Material list includes: solid hard wood doors, engineered meranti doors, hollow core doors, transformer doors, bullet-resistant glazing, anti-bandit doors, turnstiles, handrails, urinals, locksets, roller shutter doors, roof sheets, gutters, downpipes, cement, sand, tiles, adhesives, paint, and various building hardware. Prices must be quoted in ZAR inclusive of all taxes, with projected annual inflation rates incorporated for each contract year.
Methodology
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Service on as-and-when required basis. Contractor must deliver standard items within 48 hours from written request; long-lead items per manufacturer's timeline communicated in writing. Deliveries only during normal working hours (Mon-Fri 07h30-16h00). Incorrect deliveries rectified at contractor's cost. Late delivery penalty: 10% of value of work; repeated violations lead to termination. Quotations for material supplied must be submitted within 10 working days after delivery to [email protected].
Experience & Qualifications
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdfTrack record: Bidders must demonstrate experience in supply and delivery material projects or similar in last 10 years, with minimum project value of R1 million. Evidence: appointment letter/contract/purchase order and reference letter/completion certificate. Points awarded based on number of completed projects (1 project = 1 point, up to 5+ = 5 points). Municipality footprint: proof of company existence in City of Tshwane via rates and taxes or lease agreement not older than 3 months; points based on location (outside Gauteng = 1, Sedibeng = 2, West Rand = 3, Johannesburg/Ekurhuleni = 4, Tshwane = 5). Transport: proof of owned/hired vehicles (bakkies/light trucks) registered under company/director; points based on number of vehicles. Minimum threshold for functionality is 60%.
Pricing Schedule
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdfPricing must be in South African Rand inclusive of all taxes, firm, and submitted strictly on the provided price schedule. Price escalation basis and formula must be indicated. Projected annual inflation rates must be incorporated into pricing for each contract year. Discounted prices only considered unconditionally at final evaluation. Price schedule is a Bill of Quantities with items covering doors, turnstiles, handrails, locks, roof sheets, gutters, cement, sand, tiles, paints, and various hardware. Payment within 30 days of correct invoice.
Financial Requirements
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Pricing must be submitted strictly in accordance with the Price Schedule (Section 4) — deviation results in non-responsiveness. Prices in South African Rand, inclusive of all applicable taxes, firm. Price escalation basis and formula must be indicated. Discounted prices considered only in final evaluation on unconditional basis. Payment within 30 days of receipt of correct invoice. Invoices must show clear description and contract rates, with signed delivery notice attached. Penalty of 10% of value for late delivery; repeated violations may lead to termination. Payment withheld for poor quality until rectified. Contract value: appointment of two service providers at R1,500,000.00 VAT inclusive each (from description section).
Compliance Requirements
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory: CSD registration (Central Supplier Database) — required, except foreign suppliers with no local entity. Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number. Valid Letter of Good Standing (COIDA) from Department of Labour or licensed compensation insurer. Completion of all RFP documentation including all declarations (SBD forms). Joint Venture/Consortium/Partnering Agreement signed by all parties if applicable. Bidders must not be persons in service of the state, or companies with directors in service of the state. Bidders must not be on Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. For specific goals: B-BBEE certificates or sworn affidavits for EME/QSE, ID copies for owners, consolidated certificates for JVs/Trusts. For Black Military Veterans: military ID and ID copy.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdf (RFQ)Preference points: 80/20 system (Price 80, Specific Goals 20). Specific goals and points: Black Women Owned (4 for 100%, down to 0 for ≤50%), Black Youth Owned (same scale), Black Owned (same scale), Owned by Black People with Disability (same scale, doctor's note required), Black Military Veterans (4 if proof of ID and military ID, else 0). Evidence required: certified B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit for EME/QSE, certified ID copies, consolidated certificate for JVs/Trusts.
Contractual Terms
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdfContract governed by PRASA General Conditions of Purchase and South African law. Supplier warrants items fit for purpose and free from defects for one year from acceptance. Supplier indemnifies PRASA against claims arising from negligence, infringement, or breach of statutory duty. Assignment/sub-contracting only with PRASA's prior approval; the successful bidder remains liable for performance. PRASA may reject non-compliant items at supplier's risk and expense. Payment within 30 days of correct invoice. Discounted prices only considered unconditionally at final evaluation. If highest scoring bidder's price not market-related, PRASA may negotiate and if no agreement, cancel RFQ.
Special Conditions
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdfPRASA intends to appoint 2 (two) service providers. Negotiations will be conducted with preferred bidders where necessary. Bidders in Gauteng have advantage in meeting delivery lead times, but non-Gauteng bidders remain eligible. Contractor must be a reputable material supplier; only market-related prices accepted. For materials not in schedule, PRASA may query quotations prior to delivery. All material must be SABS approved.
Section
Source: AS AND WHEN REQUIRED AT PRASA NGR FOR A PERIOD OF 36 MONTHS REVISED.pdfFunctionality: 35% for track record (experience in supply and delivery material projects or similar in last 10 years, minimum value R1 million, evidence required). 35% for other criteria (details not fully provided). Price: lowest acceptable tender. Preference points: 80/20 or 90/10 system. Bidders scoring below 60% functionality threshold not considered for price evaluation.
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
546 Paul Kruger St - Pretoria Station, Pretoria - Pretoria Station, Pretoria - 0001
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
1
Last checked
21 Sept 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
Get deep intelligence on Supplies: General. Unlock full pricing strategies, bid frequency, and historical win rates.
Learn how to submit a winning bid with these related articles
Everything South African general contractors need to know about how to write a winning tender proposal without an in-house bid team in gauteng — covering CSD, BBBEE, step-by-step processes, common disqualification mistakes, and how Tenders-SA.org helps you find and win relevant contracts in Gauteng.
Your meticulously crafted General sector tender submission can be disqualified for a single, seemingly minor compliance oversight. The reality for South African contractors is that technical competence is no longer sufficient; it is underpinned by a non-negotiable framework of documentary compliance. This regulatory guide: mastering CSD and BBBEE compliance for general sector tenders in south africa provides a comprehensive, step-by-step breakdown of the mandatory registrations and certificates you must secure and present. We detail the precise requirements for CSD, BBBEE, SARS TCS, CIPC, and COIDA, explaining their function within the procurement ecosystem governed by the PFMA and PPPFA. Learn the actionable steps to prepare your business, avoid the most common disqualifying errors, and leverage technology to streamline your compliance process for successful bidding in 2026 and beyond.
For South African General contractors, the path to government procurement is paved with non-negotiable regulatory requirements. The most common barrier to entry is not a lack of capability, but a failure to master the foundational compliance frameworks that govern every bid. This complete regulatory guide to CSD and BBBEE compliance for General sector tender suppliers in South Africa demystifies the process. It provides a meticulous, step-by-step field manual for ensuring your company is fully compliant and audit-ready, enabling you to confidently access the R billions in opportunities across infrastructure maintenance, facilities management, and service delivery within the General sector.
Everything South African general contractors need to know about the complete guide to csd and bbbee compliance for general sector suppliers in south africa — covering CSD, BBBEE, step-by-step processes, common disqualification mistakes, and how Tenders-SA.org helps you find and win relevant contracts in Gauteng.
💡 Want more tendering tips and strategies?
Explore Our Blog