The department of science and innovation (dsi) is seeking a service provider to deliver orientation and mobility (o&m) services for a blind employee. This request for quotation (RFQ) is open to qualified providers who can assess, train, and support the employee in safe and independent mobility. Bids will be evaluated using the 80/20 preference point system, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals such as eme/qse status, black ownership, women ownership, and disability ownership.
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Submit your bid on the official SBD forms (not re-typed) by 11:00 on 11 August 2026 to the correct address; late bids will not be accepted.
Complete and include SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1, and the POPIA consent form; failure to provide any required document may invalidate your bid.
Provide a valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN or CSD number; for consortia/joint ventures, each party must submit separate proof.
Submit a B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) to claim preference points.
Declare any relationship with state employees or other enterprises on the Bidder's Disclosure form; bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers will be disqualified.
The 80/20 preference point system applies: price (80 points) and specific goals (20 points) – claim points for EME/QSE, black ownership, women ownership, and disability ownership by providing supporting documentation.
Bidders must not be persons in the service of the state, nor have directors/members who are state employees.
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Description
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Important Dates
04 Aug
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
11 Aug
2026
DEADLINE
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Procurement Rules & Compliance ContextThis tender may be governed by South African public procurement rules covering fairness, transparency, preferential procurement, anti-corruption, administrative justice and access to information.
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Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
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SBD 1, 4, 6.1 and POPIA (6.1 in terms of PPR 2022)80-20.docx
This tender from the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) in Gauteng seeks a service provider to deliver Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services for a blind employee. The bid uses an 80/20 preference point system, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals (e.g., EMEs/QSEs, black-owned, women-owned, youth-owned, and disability-owned companies). Bidders must submit official forms, a tax compliance PIN or CSD number, and B-BBEE documentation. The closing date is August 11, 2026, at 11:00.
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) is seeking a service provider to offer Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services for a blind employee. The provider will assess the new office environment, provide practical orientation sessions, and deliver mobility training to ensure the employee can navigate the premises safely and independently.
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The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) requires appointment of a service provider to provide Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services for a blind employee.
Purpose: enable the employee to become familiar with the new building layout, including access routes, office spaces, meeting rooms, emergency exits, restrooms, common areas, and other workplace facilities.
The service provider will assess the environment and provide practical training to ensure the employee can perform work responsibilities effectively and independently.
Submit proposal by email to [email protected] before the deadline of 11 August 2026 at 11:00.
Include all required returnable documents: proof of CSD registration, compliant tax matters (CSD or SARS e-filing), completed and signed SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, certified B-BBEE certificate or Sworn Affidavit, detailed company profile with relevant experience and directorship, qualification certificate or diploma in orientation and mobility, CV of person with at least 2 years' experience in O&M, methodology, and references/track record of similar activities.
Failure to submit any of the above will result in disqualification.
All prices quoted must include VAT and be linked to specific tasks.
No information session or site briefing will be held.
Service provider must provide services during working hours.
Evaluation Criteria
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Evaluation comprises two phases: Screening for Compliance, then Price and Specific Goals Evaluation.
Screening: Must meet all pre-qualifying criteria and submit all required documents; failure leads to disqualification.
Price and Specific Goals: 80/20 preference point system (Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022).
Price: maximum 80 points, calculated using formula Ps = 80 (for tenders up to R50 million).
Specific Goals: maximum 20 points, allocated as follows: EMEs and QSEs (5 points), companies owned by black people (5), women (5), people with disabilities (5).
EMEs receive 100% of claimed points; QSEs receive 50%.
Points for specific goals calculated using formula: (Share percentage x points allocated) / Max percentage of ownership (100%).
Failure to submit proof of specific goals status does not disqualify but results in 0 points for specific goals.
Subcontracting more than 25% of contract value to a party without qualifying points is not allowed unless subcontractor is an EME with capability.
If highest-scoring bidder's price is not market-related, Department may negotiate or cancel tender.
Tie-breaking: highest specific goals points, then drawing of lots.
All costs for proposal preparation are for the bidder's account.
Technical Specifications
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Provide professional Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services to a blind employee to safely and independently navigate the Department's new office building.
Scope includes:
Conduct assessment of new office environment to identify accessibility requirements and mobility needs.
Provide practical orientation sessions covering: office workspace, entrances/exits, reception, meeting rooms, restrooms, kitchen/common areas, emergency exits/evacuation routes, parking areas (where applicable), and stair use.
Deliver mobility training to enable independent travel within building, identify landmarks/reference points, use safe navigation techniques, and build confidence.
Submit a brief completion report outlining progress achieved and recommendations for ongoing support or accessibility improvements.
Service provider must comply with specification and provide services during working hours.
Financial Requirements
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All prices quoted must include VAT and be linked to specific tasks.
Price evaluation uses 80/20 preference point system; price contributes maximum 80 points.
Formula for price points: Ps = 80 (for tenders up to R50 million).
Department may negotiate a market-related price with highest-scoring bidder; if not agreed, may cancel tender.
All costs incurred by service provider for proposal preparation are for the provider's sole responsibility.
Compliance Requirements
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Must be registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD) held by National Treasury.
Must have compliant tax matters as per CSD or SARS e-filing.
Must submit completed and signed SBD 1, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1.
Must submit certified B-BBEE certificate or Sworn Affidavit (failure to submit results in 0 points for specific goals, not disqualification).
Must submit qualification certificate or diploma in orientation and mobility.
Must submit CV of person with at least 2 years' experience in orientation and mobility.
Must submit detailed company profile with relevant experience, knowledge, accreditation, and directorship.
Must submit methodology and references/track record of similar activities.
Must comply with Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) regarding personal information processing.
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Description
Source: SBD 1, 4, 6.1 and POPIA (6.1 in terms of PPR 2022)80-20.docx
The tender is for the appointment of a service provider to provide Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services for a blind employee.
The service involves providing orientation and mobility training to enable the blind employee to navigate safely and independently.
The specific scope, duration, and deliverables are not detailed in the extracted text; bidders must refer to the full tender document for complete specifications.
The service must be delivered in accordance with professional standards for O&M services.
Failure to provide or comply with any of the particulars in the bid document may render the bid invalid.
Important Dates
Source: SBD 1, 4, 6.1 and POPIA (6.1 in terms of PPR 2022)80-20.docx (unknown)
Closing date: 11 August 2026
Closing time: 11:00
No other dates (e.g., briefing, site visit, clarification deadline) are stated in the document.
Contact Information
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Technical enquiries: Contact person not specified in the extracted text; the document indicates a section for technical enquiries but does not provide details.
Submission address: Bid box situated at the street address (as specified in the invitation; the street address is not provided in the extracted text).
Submission Guidelines
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Bids must be delivered by 11:00 on 11 August 2026 to the correct address; late bids will not be accepted.
All bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not to be re-typed) or in the manner prescribed in the bid document.
Bid response documents may be deposited in the bid box at the street address specified in the invitation.
Required returnable documents include: SBD1 (Invitation to Bid), SBD4 (Bidder's Disclosure), SBD6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), and POPIA consent documentation.
The bid must be signed by the bidder, indicating the capacity under which it is signed; proof of authority (e.g., company resolution) must be submitted.
Failure to provide or comply with any required particulars may render the bid invalid.
The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written contract form (SBD7).
Bids 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 who are persons in the service of the state will not be considered.
Bidders must complete the bidder's disclosure form, including declarations regarding relationships with state employees, interests in other enterprises, and collusive bidding.
Bidders must complete the supplier information section, including VAT registration number, tax compliance system PIN or CSD number, and B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs).
Foreign suppliers must complete the questionnaire for bidding foreign suppliers if applicable.
Bidders must indicate whether they are the accredited representative in South Africa for the goods/services offered, and if yes, enclose proof.
Bidders must provide personal information as required under POPIA and consent to its processing by the DSI.
Bidders must ensure compliance with tax obligations and submit their unique SARS PIN or a printed TCS certificate, or provide a CSD number if registered on the Central Supplier Database.
For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
Bidders must complete the preference points claim form, indicating points claimed for specific goals (EMEs and QSEs, companies owned by black people, women, people with disabilities).
Bidders must sign the declaration certifying that the information furnished is correct and accept that the state may reject the bid or act against them if the declaration is false.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: SBD 1, 4, 6.1 and POPIA (6.1 in terms of PPR 2022)80-20.docx (unknown)
The 80/20 preference point system applies: a maximum of 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals.
Price points are calculated using the formula: Ps = 80
(1 - (Pt - Pmin) / Pmin) for the 80/20 system.
Specific goals and allocated points (to be completed by the organ of state):
EMEs and QSEs: 5 points
Companies owned by black people: 5 points
Companies owned by women: 5 points
Companies owned by youth: not specified
Companies owned by people with disabilities: 5 points
Companies owned by black people living in rural or underdeveloped areas: not specified
Companies owned by black people living in townships: not specified
Bidders must claim points for specific goals by submitting proof/documentation as required.
Failure to submit proof or documentation for specific goals will be interpreted as not claiming those points.
The organ of state reserves the right to require substantiation of any preference claim at any time.
Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers; if listed, they will be automatically disqualified.
Bidders must not be persons in the service of the state, nor have directors/trustees/members who are state employees.
Bidders must be tax compliant (provide PIN, CSD, or TCS certificate).
Technical Specifications
Source: SBD 1, 4, 6.1 and POPIA (6.1 in terms of PPR 2022)80-20.docx (unknown)
The service required is the provision of Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services for a blind employee.
The scope of work is not detailed in the extracted text; bidders should refer to the full tender document for specific technical requirements.
The service provider must be capable of delivering O&M training/services to a blind individual, likely including assessment, training in mobility skills, and orientation to environments.
Bidders must comply with all particulars stated in the invitation; failure to provide or comply with any of the above particulars may render the bid invalid.
The service must be provided in accordance with professional standards applicable to O&M services for visually impaired persons.
Financial Requirements
Source: SBD 1, 4, 6.1 and POPIA (6.1 in terms of PPR 2022)80-20.docx (unknown)
No specific financial requirements (e.g., pricing format, bonds, guarantees, payment terms) are stated in the extracted text.
Bidders must submit a price as part of the bid, which will be evaluated under the 80/20 preference point system.
The price must include all applicable taxes and be stated in the bid.
No financial capacity requirements (e.g., audited statements, bank guarantees) are mentioned in the document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: SBD 1, 4, 6.1 and POPIA (6.1 in terms of PPR 2022)80-20.docx (unknown)
Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) or provide a CSD number.
Bidders must be tax compliant and submit their SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or a printed TCS certificate; alternatively, provide a CSD number if registered.
For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
Bidders must complete the B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs) to qualify for preference points for B-BBEE.
Bidders must complete the Bidder's Disclosure form (SBD4) declaring any relationships with state employees, interests in other enterprises, and confirm no collusive bidding.
Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers; if listed, they will be automatically disqualified.
Bidders must not be persons in the service of the state, nor have directors/members who are persons in the service of the state.
Bidders must comply with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 and the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022.
Bidders must comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) by providing consent for processing personal information.
Bidders must complete the POPIA consent form and the DSI section 18 informed consent document for security access.
Bidders must complete the SBD1 (Invitation to Bid) and SBD6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form).
Foreign suppliers must complete the questionnaire for bidding foreign suppliers if applicable.
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.
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