What are the submission requirements for this tender (Ref: CIDB/002/2627)?

- Submit bids by the closing date and time (23/06/2026 at 11:00) to the designated address: Construction Industry Development Board (cidb), 1267 Gordon Hood Road, Centurion, Pretoria, South Africa (next to Centurion Mall and Anew Hotel). - Late submissions will not be accepted. - Bids must be deposited in the designated box at the delivery address. - Accept and sign the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any special conditions. - For consortiums/joint ventures: the lead member must sign the proposal, provide proof of authorisation, and submit a copy of the consortium/joint venture agreement. A consortium/joint venture B-BBEE certificate is required. - All signatories must declare that submitted documentation is factually correct and true. - Bids must be clearly structured, numbered, and include a detailed table of contents. Submit in PDF and MS Word format. - Label the outside of the proposal with: Bidder’s name, tender number (CIDB/002/2627), bid description, 'Original' or 'Copy', submission date, and identification of each parcel. - Non-compliance with submission requirements may result in disqualification. - The cidb reserves the right to request missing administrative documents after the closing date but is not obligated to do so. - Proposals remain valid for 90 days from the closing date. Extensions may be requested in writing, but no modifications to the proposal will be allowed if agreed to. - Clarifications on the RFB can be requested up to 5 business days before the closing date.

What are the technical specifications?

- **Objective:** Conduct a quarterly CIDB Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Business Conditions Survey for contractors registered in Grades 3 to 8 across all classes of works (General Building, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Works – Buildings/Infrastructure, and Specialist Works) and all nine provinces. - **Scope:** - Survey must monitor economic behaviours, trends, and perceptions of cidb-registered contractors. - Include designated groups: black, women, and youth-owned contractors. - Produce quarterly reports and press releases for 3 years, published jointly with cidb. - Categorise results by province, class of works, designated groups, and contractor grades (3-4, 5-6, 7-8). - **Deliverables:** - Develop a data collection strategy tailored for Grades 3-8 contractors. - Generate indices/percentages for indicators such as Business Confidence, Change in Business Conditions, Growth in Construction Activity, Employment, Profitability, Tendering Competition, and constraints (skilled labour shortage, material supply, demand, credit access). - Include analysis of global/local economic context in reports. - Present survey results and industry/economy state as required by cidb. - Ensure reports are quality-checked before submission. - **Standards:** Adhere to national and international survey standards, similar to existing cidb SME Business Conditions Surveys but disaggregated by grades and provinces. - **Key Personnel:** Submit schedules of key personnel and their contact details. Project leader must have a Master’s in Economics/related field; research specialist must have an Honours in Economics/related field. - **Management Meetings:** Conducted as needed at cidb head office (1267 Gordon Hood Road, Centurion) or virtually. - **Confidentiality:** Service provider must sign a non-disclosure agreement with cidb.

What financial requirements apply to bidders?

- **Pricing:** - All costs must be in South African Rand (ZAR) and inclusive of VAT. - Spread all costs across milestones or payment plan in the pricing schedule (Annexure B). - Complete the pricing schedule in full; use '0' for non-applicable cost items. - Prices must remain fixed for the contract duration unless otherwise stated. - Clearly indicate exclusions or assumptions. - Yearly escalation capped at CPI index. - **Payment Terms:** - Electronic payments within 30 days of receiving an approved tax invoice. - Undisputed invoices paid within 30 days; disputed amounts will not be paid until resolved. - Disbursements for travel and accommodation covered by cidb via its travel management company. - **Invoicing:** - Submit invoices with supporting documentation to the relevant cidb representative. - Invoices must be accurate, complete, and meet cidb’s requirements. - **Bid Validity:** Pricing must remain binding for 90 days from the closing date.

What compliance and legal requirements must bidders meet?

- **Tax Compliance:** - Provide a valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN issued by SARS (verified via CSD or SARS). - Submit a hard copy TCS certificate with the bid if preferred. - For consortiums/joint ventures, each party must submit a separate TCS PIN/CSD registration number. - No bids accepted from government employees or entities with government employees as directors/members. - **Central Supplier Database (CSD):** - Must be registered as a service provider on the CSD. Submit proof of registration (vendor number). Register at https://secure.csd.gov.za/ if not already registered. - **B-BBEE:** - Submit a valid B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs and QSEs, attested by Commissioner of Oath) to qualify for preference points. - Consortiums/joint ventures must submit a consortium/joint venture B-BBEE certificate. - **Company Registration:** - Active registration with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC/CIPRO). Submit a copy of the certificate. - **Identity Documents:** - Certified copies of South African ID documents or valid passports for all members, directors, or owners (including sole proprietors/partnerships). - **Blacklisting:** Companies on the National Treasury’s Register of Tender Defaulters are prohibited from bidding. - **Additional Requirements:** - Proof of relevant qualifications for key personnel. - Joint Venture Agreement (if applicable). - Certificate of Authority for Signatory/Delegation of Authority.

What are the important dates and deadlines for this tender?

- Closing date and time: 23 June 2026 at 11:00. - Proposal validity period: 90 days from the closing date. - Clarification deadline: Up to 5 business days before the closing date (18 June 2026). - Non-compulsory briefing session: No date, time, or venue specified (marked as N/A).

Who should be contacted for queries about this tender?

- **Technical Queries and Bidding Process:** - Name: Ulizwi Mngoma - Email: Ulizwim@cidb.org.za - Phone: +27(12) 482 7252 - **General cidb Contact:** - Phone: 012 482 7200 - **Submission Address:** Construction Industry Development Board (cidb), 1267 Gordon Hood Road, Centurion, Pretoria, South Africa (next to Centurion Mall and Anew Hotel). - **Project Officer:** Ntando Skosana (for correspondence). - **Contract Manager:** Ishmail Cassiem (for approvals).

CIDB Gauteng Request for Bid: SME Business Survey

Appointment of a service provider to conduct a CIDB small and medium enterprise business conditions survey

Submit bids by the closing date and time (23/06/2026 at 11:00) to the designated address: Construction Industry Development Board (cidb), 1267 Gordon Hood Road, Centurion, Pretoria, South Africa (next to Centurion Mall and Anew Hotel).
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Bids must be deposited in the designated box at the delivery address.
Accept and sign the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any special conditions.
For consortiums/joint ventures: the lead member must sign the proposal, provide proof of authorisation, and submit a copy of the consortium/joint venture agreement. A consortium/joint venture B-BBEE certificate is required.
All signatories must declare that submitted documentation is factually correct and true.
Bids must be clearly structured, numbered, and include a detailed table of contents. Submit in PDF and MS Word format.
Label the outside of the proposal with: Bidder’s name, tender number (CIDB/002/2627), bid description, 'Original' or 'Copy', submission date, and identification of each parcel.
Non-compliance with submission requirements may result in disqualification.
The cidb reserves the right to request missing administrative documents after the closing date but is not obligated to do so.
Proposals remain valid for 90 days from the closing date. Extensions may be requested in writing, but no modifications to the proposal will be allowed if agreed to.
Clarifications on the RFB can be requested up to 5 business days before the closing date.

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"mandatory": [

"Valid B-BBEE status level certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs).",

"Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN from SARS (or hard copy certificate).",

"Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (proof required).",

"Registration with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC/CIPRO) (certificate required).",

"Submission of all administrative documents (SBD 1, SBD 2, SBD 3.1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, etc.).",

"Proof of relevant qualifications for key personnel (Project Leader: Master’s in Economics/related; Research Specialist: Honours in Economics/related).",

"Minimum 7 years of relevant experience for the organization in survey-based or economic research.",

"Minimum 10 years of experience for the Project Leader and 5 years for the Research Specialist.",

"No government employees or entities with government-employed directors/members may bid.",

"Not listed on the National Treasury’s Register of Tender Defaulters."

"preferential": [

"51% owned by black women (5 points).",

"51% owned by black people (5 points).",

"30% owned by black youth (5 points).",

"5% owned by people with disabilities (5 points)."

"disqualificationGrounds": [

"Late submission.",

"Incomplete or missing mandatory documents.",

"False or misleading information.",

"Non-compliance with GCC or RFB instructions.",

"Corruption, bribery, or impropriety.",

"Violation of confidentiality or no-contact policy.",

"Collusive tendering (violates Competition Act).",

"Failure to meet minimum functionality score (75 points)."

]

}

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"legalStatus": "Must be a registered company in South Africa with a valid registration number.",

"experience": "Must demonstrate experience, capacity, and knowledge in conducting SME business condition surveys or similar services.",

"bidSubmission": "Must have successfully submitted a bid in response to the CIDB’s Invitation to Bid (Reference: cidb/019/2526).",

"compliance": [

"Must not be listed in the National Treasury’s List of Restricted Suppliers or Register of Tender Defaulters.",

"Must comply with B-BBEE requirements (Level 1-4 preferred).",

"Must be tax-compliant (valid tax clearance certificate).",

"Must adhere to POPIA and data protection laws."

"financial": "Must have sufficient financial stability (e.g., no insolvency, liquidation, or unpaid judgments).",

"insurance": "Must possess adequate indemnity insurance (Clause 13)."

}

Scope: Conduct a CIDB Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Business Conditions Survey. Key requirements: Service provider must have necessary experience, capacity, and knowledge. Services must be rendered professionally, diligently, and in accordance with cidb directives. Service levels and reporting requirements are detailed in Annexure A and C. Service provider must have an office in the Gauteng region. No sub-contracting or cession of rights without cidb’s prior written consent. Service provider must conduct operations independently with its own equipment and infrastructure.

- Submit bids by 23 june 2026 at 11:00 to CIDB, 1267 gordon hood road, centurion, with all mandatory documents (sbd forms, tax compliance, b-bbee certificate, csd registration, cipc certificate, and ids). - Minimum 75 points in functionality evaluation (methodology, experience, key personnel) to proceed to price and preference stages (80/20 points). - Project leader must hold a master’s in economics/related field; research specialist requires an honours in economics/related field, with proven survey experience. - Conduct quarterly surveys for 3 years, disaggregating results by province, class of works, contractor grades (3-8), and designated groups (black, women, youth-owned). - Deliver quarterly reports, press releases, and presentations on economic indicators (e.g., Business confidence, tendering competition) adhering to national/international standards. - Comply with tax (SARS tcs pin), b-bbee (valid certificate or sworn affidavit), and csd registration requirements; consortiums/joint ventures must submit separate compliance proofs. - Sign a non-disclosure agreement and ensure all submissions are original, clearly labeled, and valid for 90 days post-closing.

Appointment of a service provider to conduct a CIDB small and medium enterprise business conditions survey

Submit bids by the closing date and time (23/06/2026 at 11:00) to the designated address: Construction Industry Development Board (cidb), 1267 Gordon Hood Road, Centurion, Pretoria, South Africa (next to Centurion Mall and Anew Hotel).
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Bids must be deposited in the designated box at the delivery address.
Accept and sign the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any special conditions.
For consortiums/joint ventures: the lead member must sign the proposal, provide proof of authorisation, and submit a copy of the consortium/joint venture agreement. A consortium/joint venture B-BBEE certificate is required.
All signatories must declare that submitted documentation is factually correct and true.
Bids must be clearly structured, numbered, and include a detailed table of contents. Submit in PDF and MS Word format.
Label the outside of the proposal with: Bidder’s name, tender number (CIDB/002/2627), bid description, 'Original' or 'Copy', submission date, and identification of each parcel.
Non-compliance with submission requirements may result in disqualification.
The cidb reserves the right to request missing administrative documents after the closing date but is not obligated to do so.
Proposals remain valid for 90 days from the closing date. Extensions may be requested in writing, but no modifications to the proposal will be allowed if agreed to.
Clarifications on the RFB can be requested up to 5 business days before the closing date.