Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Proposal
Delivery Location
Trompsburg CBD - Sasolburg, CBD - Sasolburg - 1947
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
06 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-158318
The free state department of public works invites bids for the lease of 295m² office accommodation with 10 covered parking bays (onsite or nearby) in trompsburg cbd, kopanong local municipality. This RFP targets property owners or agents who can meet strict compliance, technical, and financial criteria for a government lease.
Description
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdfLease of 295m² office accommodation with 10 covered parking bays (onsite or in close proximity) within Trompsburg CBD, Kopanong Local Municipality. The property must meet SAPOA Grade C standards at submission and be upgraded to Grade B before occupation. The Department will occupy the building only after property transfer into the bidder’s name (if applicable).
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Request for Proposal
Trompsburg CBD - Sasolburg, CBD - Sasolburg - 1947
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DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdf
The Free State Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for the lease of 295m² office accommodation with 10 covered parking bays (onsite or nearby) in Trompsburg CBD, Kopanong Local Municipality. The tender (DPWFS RFP 008/2026) closes on 06 July 2026 at 11:00 UTC. Bids are evaluated on an 80/20 points system (price vs. functionality), with mandatory compliance checks and anti-fraud measures.
Date & Time
Monday, 06 July 2026 - 11:00
Venue
MS Teams https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/364709107430706?p=P5rvD1blFS89uK4BXV Meeting ID: 364 70
06 Jun
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
06 Jul
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Median Estimate
R 1 658 516
Range
Based on 3 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.
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Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdf (RFP)Closing date: 06 July 2026 at 11:00. Compulsory Clarification Meeting: 22 June 2026 at 13:00 (MS Teams). Bid validity period: 120 calendar days from closing date.
Contact Information
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdf (RFP)Bidding procedure enquiries: Mr. M. Kolobe, Phone: 051 492 3886 / 1750, Email: [email protected]. Technical enquiries: Mr. Marius Sauls, Phone: 051 410 7543, Email: [email protected]. Fraud/phishing reports: South African Police Service (08600 10111) or National Anti-Corruption Hotline (0800 701 701, [email protected]).
Submission Guidelines
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdf (RFP)Submit bids by 06 July 2026 at 11:00 to: Ground Floor (Main Entrance Foyer), OR Tambo House (Old Lebohang Building), Cnr. St Andrews Street and Markgraaff Street, Bloemfontein, 9301. Late, emailed, faxed, or telephonic bids will not be accepted. Bids must be: originally signed (no digital signatures), properly indexed, neatly bound, and completed in black pen. Mandatory attendance: Online MS Teams Clarification Meeting on 22 June 2026 at 13:00 (Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/364709107430706?p=P5rvD1blFS89uK4BXV; Meeting ID: 364 709 107 430 706; Passcode: 7UN6NP6c). Required returnable documents: Annexure A (Record of Addenda), Annexure B (Proposed Amendments), Annual Financial Statements Declaration, Resolution of Board of Directors, SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), Bid Offer, and all supporting documents for mandatory/non-mandatory requirements. Bid documents are obtainable from: e-tender portal (www.etenders.gov.za) or SCM Offices, Room 101B, First Floor, OR Tambo House (R427 non-refundable cash deposit required for physical collection). Disqualification risks: Incomplete submissions, fraudulent information, alterations to tender documents, or non-compliance with mandatory requirements.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdf (RFP)General
Disqualification Risks
Technical Specifications
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdf (RFP)Lease of 295m² office accommodation with 10 covered parking bays (onsite or in close proximity) within Trompsburg CBD, Kopanong Local Municipality. Property requirements: Minimum SAPOA Grade C at submission (upgrade to Grade B before occupation). Valid SAPOA Grading Certificate (≤12 months old) required. Property must be zoned for office use per Kopanong Local Municipality land use scheme (zoning certificate required). If shared building, Department’s area must be isolated with separate entrance/exit. Submit: SAPOA area certificate, preliminary sample layout plan (indicating internal floor areas and building envelope), and proof of parking bays. Post-appointment: SAPOA Grade B certificate (if upgrades needed), SACAP-issued area certificate and layout plan (within 6 months), Energy Performance Certificate (SANS 10400-XA, for buildings >1000m², upon occupation). Municipal services clearance certificate (or current bill ≤90 days overdue) required.
Methodology
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdfBidder’s methodology will be evaluated for: Approach and methodology tailored to project objectives (0-25 points). Ratings: Poor (1-5 points), Average (2-10 points), Good (3-15 points), Very Good (4-20 points), Excellent (5-25 points). Criteria include quality plan, risk management, flexibility for changes, and innovation. Higher scores for state-of-the-art approaches and detailed improvement plans.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdfRequired documents: Annexure A (Record of Addenda), Annexure B (Proposed Amendments), Annual Financial Statements Declaration, Resolution of Board of Directors, SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), and Bid Offer. All documents must be duly completed, signed, and attached as specified. For consortiums/joint ventures, additional resolutions and special resolutions are required, including joint and several liability acceptance.
Financial Requirements
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdf (RFP)Submit audited Annual Financial Statements (AFS) for the preceding financial year (e.g., ended 28 February 2026) with income statement and balance sheet. Include one of: Bank statement proving financial capability OR confirmation letter from a registered funding institution. For consortiums/joint ventures, each party must submit separate financial statements. Bid validity period: 120 calendar days. Pricing evaluated under 80/20 preference point system (lowest price scores 80 points).
Compliance Requirements
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdf (RFP)Mandatory: Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD MAAA number (verified at award). CSD registration report (≤3 months old, not summary) for all parties in consortiums/joint ventures. Property ownership proof: Original/certified deed or valid sales agreement (with certified ID copies of directors). SAPOA Grade C certificate (≤12 months old). COIDA Letter of Good Standing (Department of Employment and Labour). CIPC registration certificate (certified). SBD 1, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form) duly completed and signed. Annual Financial Statements Declaration with supporting documents. Zoning certificate for office use. Attendance at mandatory MS Teams Clarification Meeting (recorded in register). All documents must be originally signed (no digital signatures) and handwritten in black pen. Non-mandatory (evaluated): SAPOA Grade B certificate (post-appointment), SACAP area certificate/layout plan (within 6 months), Energy Performance Certificate (SANS 10400-XA, upon occupation), municipal services clearance (or ≤90 days overdue bill).
Contractual Terms
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdfContract terms include: Joint and several liability for consortiums/joint ventures. 30-day written notice required for termination of consortium/joint venture agreements (liability remains post-termination). No cession of rights or assignment of obligations without prior written consent from all parties and the Department. Domicilium citandi et executandi must be provided for all parties. Contract duration aligned with lease terms, with Department occupation contingent on property transfer (if applicable) and SAPOA Grade B certification.
Section
Source: DPWFS RFP 008 2026.pdfEvaluation uses a 3-stage process: Stage 1 (Mandatory Compliance): Pass/fail based on submission of all required documents (e.g., tax compliance, CSD registration, property ownership, SAPOA certificate, COIDA, CIPC, SBD forms, financial statements). Stage 2 (Functionality): Minimum 79/105 points required. Scoring: Space Requirements (0-35 points), Parking Requirements (0-30 points), Maintenance Plan (0-35 points), Accessibility (0-5 points). Stage 3 (Price and Preference): 80 points for price (lowest price scores 80), 20 points for preference goals: Free State-Based Companies (8), 51%-100% Women-Owned (4), 100% Black-Owned (6), 51%-100% Disability-Owned (2). Proof required for all preference claims.
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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.
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Act 5 of 2000
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Act 12 of 2004
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Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
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Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
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This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
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Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Organization
Free State - Public WorksContact Person
Mr Mosiuoa Kolobe
Phone
+27 51 403 7806
[email protected]
Website
www.publicworks.fs.gov.za/
Address
Salga Building, 21 Nelson Mandela Dr, CBD, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
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Documents found
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Last checked
06 Jun 2026
AI status
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Contact
+27 51 403 7806www.publicworks.fs.gov.zaSalga Building, 21 Nelson Mandela Dr, CBD, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
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