Economic impact study for the gautrain rapid rail link (2006–2026) – RFP GMA/005/26

Closing date: 9 November 2026 at 11:00

Briefing session: 26 October 2026 at 11:00 (non-compulsory, virtual; request link via [email protected])

Closing date for submitting questions: 5 November 2026

Intended completion of evaluation: 23 December 2026

Intended notification of successful bidders: 7 February 2027

Effective date of contract: 17 February 2027

Non-compulsory briefing session on 26 October 2026 at 11:00, virtual. Request link via [email protected].

Tender queries (SCM Unit):

• Email: [email protected]

ATS system-related problems (IT Helpdesk):

• Email: [email protected]

Whistleblower hotline:

• Telephone: 0800 222 585
• Sms: 33490
• Email: [email protected]

Submission method: All bids must be submitted electronically through the GMA Automated Tender System (ATS) at https://eprocurement.gautrain.co.za/. No physical submissions at GMA offices.

• Format: PDF files only; maximum 50MB per attachment.
• Bidders should register and be ready to submit at least 48 hours before closing, and complete submission at least 5 hours before closing.
• Bids in draft status at closing date and time are treated as non-submission.
• Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted):
• CSD Central Supplier Database report
• SBD1(A) and SBD1(B) Bidding submission
• SBD 3.1 Pricing Schedule
• SBD 3.2 Pricing Declaration
• SBD 4 Declaration of Interest
• SBD 6.1 Preferential Points Claim Form
• SHE Safety, Health and Environment declaration
• Disqualification risks: failure to provide required information, late submission (ATS locks at closing), unauthorised communication with GMA staff, collusive or anti-competitive conduct, undisclosed conflict of interest.

Three-stage evaluation process:

1. Pre-qualification/mandatory requirements (e.g., CSD registration, tax clearance, returnable forms).
2. Functionality evaluation: Technical proposal weighted 100, minimum threshold 75 points. Bids below threshold are disqualified.
3. Price and Specific Goals evaluation under the 80/20 preference point system (estimated value below R50 million).

• Price: maximum 80 points, calculated using formula Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin).
• Specific Goals: maximum 20 points, based on B-BBEE level (see B-BBEE section).
• Total points = Specific Goals points + price points.

The Gautrain Management Agency (GMA) requires a suitably qualified and experienced service provider to conduct an Economic Impact Study for the Gautrain Rapid Rail Link Project covering the period September 2006 to September 2026.

• The study must assess the economic impact of the Gautrain project over the specified period.
• The appointment is subject to conclusion of a service level agreement between the GMA and the service provider.
• Bidders must provide a tabulated statement of compliance with the specification in Part B, noting any non-compliance or conditional compliance.
• Alternative tenders and innovative solutions are permitted, but must be clearly identified and accompanied by a conforming response.

The service provider must be suitably qualified and experienced to conduct the Economic Impact Study. Specific experience or qualification requirements are not detailed in the available text.

Bidders must notify the GMA in writing of any discrepancy, ambiguity, error or inconsistency in the RFP. The GMA may disregard illegible content and is not obliged to seek clarification.

Pricing must be submitted using SBD 3.1 Pricing Schedule and SBD 3.2 Pricing Declaration. For alternative tenders, include supplementary pricing and costing details to enable full assessment of financial impact.

Pricing must be submitted using SBD 3.1 Pricing Schedule and SBD 3.2 Pricing Declaration.

• No bid security, guarantees, or retention mentioned in the document.
• Bidders bear all costs of preparing and submitting their tender; GMA is not liable for any expenses incurred.
• Tenders must remain valid for a minimum of 90 days from the closing date, extendable by mutual written agreement.

Mandatory requirements:

• Registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) – proof of registration required.
• Valid tax clearance (SARS TCS or tax pin).
• Completion and submission of all required SBD forms (SBD1(A), SBD1(B), SBD 3.1, SBD 3.2, SBD 4, SBD 6.1) and SHE declaration.
• B-BBEE: Specific Goals points allocated based on B-BBEE level. Submit signed SBD 6.1 and a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (verified). Points: Level 1 = 20, Level 2 = 18, Level 3 = 14, Level 4 = 12, Level 5 = 8, Level 6 = 6, Level 7 = 4, Level 8 = 2, Non-compliant = 0.
• No conflict of interest with GMA or its staff; must disclose any interests or relationships.
• Must not engage in collusive or anti-competitive conduct.

Twenty preference points are allocated for Specific Goals, based on B-BBEE level. Bidders must submit a signed SBD 6.1 and a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, which will be verified. Points: Level 1 = 20, Level 2 = 18, Level 3 = 14, Level 4 = 12, Level 5 = 8, Level 6 = 6, Level 7 = 4, Level 8 = 2, Non-compliant = 0.

A Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) declaration is a returnable document. No further SHE requirements are specified in the available text.

No binding contract exists until the GMA executes a formal written contract with the successful bidder. Tenders must remain valid for at least 90 days from closing date. Each tender is an irrevocable offer. The GMA may accept a tender in part or whole, or negotiate with bidders. The GMA is not obliged to accept the lowest price or any tender.

Evaluation uses a three-stage process. Stage 1: pre-qualification/mandatory requirements. Stage 2: functionality evaluation (Technical proposal weighted 100, minimum threshold 75 points). Stage 3: 80/20 preference point system – price (max 80 points) and Specific Goals (max 20 points). Price points formula: Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin). Total = Specific Goals points + price points.