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• Date of Issue: 08 May 2026.
• Preliminary submission deadline (early submission date mentioned): Monday 01 June 2026 @ 16:30 SAST.
• Closing Date and Time for final submission: Monday 08 June 2026 @ 16:30 SAST.
• All times are South African Standard Time.
• No specific briefing or site‑visit dates are listed in the document.

• Enquiries & submission email: [email protected] (use RFP number and description as subject).
• No telephone number or physical submission address is provided in the extracted text.
• All communication must be conducted through the above email address; other contacts with CSIR personnel are not permitted during the RFP process.

• Submit the entire proposal electronically to [email protected]; no hard‑copy submissions are accepted.
• Two separate emails are required:
• PART 1 – Technical Proposal (subject must contain the RFP number and description).
• PART 2 – Pricing Proposal and specific‑goals documentation (subject must contain the RFP number and description).
• All files must be clearly labelled, use short/simple names and must not exceed 25 MB per email. Multiple emails may be sent if the size limit is exceeded.
• Proposals must be signed by an authorised representative of the bidder.
• Submissions are only valid if received before the closing date and time (Monday 08 June 2026 @ 16:30 SAST) and within CSIR business hours (08:00‑16:30).
• Late submissions, submissions to the wrong address, or submissions using cloud‑sharing links (WeTransfer, Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) will be rejected and returned unopened where practicable.
• All proposals must be in English and must reference the RFP number on every document.
• Disqualification risks include: late delivery, incorrect email address/subject, unsigned documents, use of prohibited file‑transfer methods, and failure to comply with the naming/size rules.

• The CSIR will award the contract to the bidder with the highest total score, subject to legal requirements.
• Scoring is based on a Technical Evaluation Matrix (Annexure C) covering:

1. Company profile and relevant experience (up to 20 points).

2. Availability and suitability of dive‑tank facilities (up to 20 points).

3. Underwater passive‑sensor measurement capability (up to 20 points).

4. Ocean/harbour test capability, including vessels and divers (up to 20 points).

5. OHS‑compliant diving capability (up to 20 points).

• Minimum thresholds are not explicitly stated; however, a score of 0 in any criterion will severely affect the overall ranking.
• Preference points may be awarded under the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022 (Annexure G), but the exact weighting is not detailed in the extracted text.
• Evaluation stages include verification of documents, technical scoring, and pricing assessment (Annexure D).

• Scope: Provide underwater measurement capabilities and technical expertise for the development, testing and qualification of maritime technology and underwater sensors over a 5‑year period.
• Deliverables include:
• Collaboration on research, design, development, testing and qualification of maritime sensors.
• Access to facilities (e.g., dive‑tank ≥1000 m³, clear water, adequate lighting, optional overhead crane).
• Execution of feasibility studies, performance evaluations, prototype and functional testing in acoustic and electromagnetic domains.
• Compilation of test reports in partnership with CSIR.
• Field testing in ocean and harbour environments using SAMSA‑registered vessels and certified divers.
• OHS‑compliant diving operations with certified divers and supervisors, supported by appropriate documentation.
• Pre‑qualified suppliers may be approached for specific RFQs on an “as‑and‑when‑required” basis.
• Technical specifications are detailed in Annexure B (not reproduced here).

• All prices must be quoted in South African Rand (ZAR) inclusive of applicable taxes and exclusive of any unconditional discounts.
• Pricing must follow the format in Annexure D (Pricing Schedule) and be submitted as a separate document from the technical proposal.
• Rates are fixed for the financial year ending 31 March 2027; any work beyond this period will be subject to SEIFSA‑based escalation using the formula Pa = Pb × (Ra/Rb).
• Required cost elements include labour rates (tank facilities, engineers, technical staff, dive supervisors/divers), equipment usage rates, and a markup percentage on bought‑out material.
• Payment terms will be governed by the CSIR Payment Terms and Conditions (not detailed in the extracted text).
• No specific bond or guarantee is mentioned; bidders should refer to the standard bidding documents for any required security.

• Tax compliance is mandatory; bidders must provide proof of tax clearance from SARS within 7 working days of notification of non‑compliance.
• Registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) is required (Section 29).
• For joint‑venture proposals, bidders must submit:
• Joint‑venture agreement identifying the lead partner.
• Valid B‑BBEE scorecard.
• Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or CSD report for each partner.
• Shareholder/ownership certificates.
• Company registration certificates.
• Bidders must not be listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers.
• All documentation must be in English and comply with the POPI Act for personal information handling.
• No fronting is tolerated; any indication of fronting may lead to disqualification and a possible 10‑year restriction from public‑sector contracts.