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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
iThemba Old Faure Rd Cape Town 7130 - Cape Town - Cape Town - 7130
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-158007
The national research foundation (nrf), via ithemba labs, invites quotations for the supply of 20 reels of metalised (aluminium) pet non-adhesive tape (100 µm thick, 12mm wide, 76mm core diameter, 480m per reel). This RFQ is open to compliant suppliers registered on the central supplier database (csd).
Submit your quotation via email to [email protected] by 10 June 2026 at 11:00 am. Late submissions will not be accepted. Mandatory returnable documents: SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure, signed and completed), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim, signed and completed with B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit), CSD Summary Report (from www.csd.gov.za), and pricing schedule (or official quotation). Changes to the RFQ template or its terms after closing date/time will not be considered. Failure to provide mandatory documents may result in disqualification.
Supply 20 reels of Metalised (Aluminium) PET tape with the following specifications: thickness 100 µm, width 12mm, non-adhesive, core diameter 76mm, and length per reel 480m. Include a datasheet for the product with your quotation.
Pricing must be in ZAR, inclusive of VAT, and firm for 60 days from the closing date. Payment terms are 30 days from the date of invoice receipt. For advance payments, a payment guarantee approved by iThemba Labs Finance is required. If proposing shorter payment terms (e.g., 7 or 14 days from delivery), mutually agree on this with iThemba LABS at the time of submitting your pricing proposal and provide a Payment Guarantee to mitigate risks. Clearly indicate a firm delivery period in your quotation. Complete the pricing schedule as follows: Price per unit (incl. VAT), total price (incl. VAT), and delivery fee to iThemba LABS.
Mandatory compliance: Bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). CSD registration is compulsory; bids from unregistered bidders will not be considered. Tax compliance: Provide a valid tax compliance status PIN. CSD and tax compliance PIN are the only approved methods for verifying tax compliance. Submit SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) forms. B-BBEE certificate (SANAS-accredited) or sworn affidavit must be submitted if claiming preference points. Bidders listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers will be disqualified.
Point Allocation Breakdown
Closing date: 10 June 2026 at 11:00 am. Prices quoted must remain valid for at least 60 days from the closing date.
For technical or SCM queries, email [email protected]. Submission email: [email protected]. Delivery address: iThemba LABS, ATT: SCM Department, Old Faure Road, Faure, 7131. Postal address: PO Box 722, Somerset West, 7129. Phone: 021 843 1000. Fax: 021 843 3525. Website: http://www.tlabs.ac.za.
iThemba LABS requires the supply of 20 reels of Metalised (Aluminium) PET tape with the following specifications: 100 µm thick, 12mm wide, non-adhesive, core diameter 76mm, and length per reel 480m.
Evaluation Process
functionality, price and B-BBEE. Based on the results of the evaluation process and upon
The 80/20 preference point system will be used where 80 points will be dedicated to price and 20
points to B-BBEE status. “If all bids received are more than R 1 000 000.00, this request is
Subject to section 2(1)(f) of the PPPFA, the contract will be awarded to the tenderer scoring the
highest points.
Preference Points Claimed (SBD 6.1), signed and completed with BBBEE ❑ Yes
Applicable is 80/20
claiming for specific goals.
o SBD 6.1 – Preference Points Claim (South African Companies Only)
Act (PPPFA) and The Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022, The General Conditions of
a claim form for preference points for specific goals.
1.1 The following preference point systems are applicable to invitations to tender
the 80/20 system for requirements with a Rand value of up to R50 000 000 (all
The 90/10 system for requirements with a Rand value above R50 000 000 (all
1.2 The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 80/20 preference point system.
1.3 Points for this tender (even in the case of a tender for income-generating contracts) shall be
(b) Specific Goals.
1.4 The maximum points for this tender are allocated as follows
Specific goals 20
Total points for Price and SPECIFIC GOALS 100
tender to claim points for specific goals with the tender, will be interpreted to mean that
preference points for specific goals are not claimed.
Metalised (alu.) Pet 100 μm thick x 12mm wide, non- adhesive tape. Core diameter 76mm length per reel 480m
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Request for Quotation
iThemba Old Faure Rd Cape Town 7130 - Cape Town - Cape Town - 7130
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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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RFQ for Metalise.pdf
The National Research Foundation (NRF), through iThemba LABS, is requesting quotations for the supply of Metalised (Aluminum) PET tape with specific dimensions: 100 µm thick, 12mm wide, non-adhesive, with a core diameter of 76mm and a length of 480m per reel. A total of 20 reels are required. The tender is governed by the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and uses the 80/20 preference point system (80 points for price, 20 for B-BBEE status).
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 10 June 2026 - 11:00
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03 Jun
2026
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2026
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Contract is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022, as well as the General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Special conditions may apply. For advance payments, a payment guarantee approved by iThemba Labs Finance is required. Payment terms are 30 days from invoice receipt unless shorter terms (7 or 14 days from delivery) are mutually agreed upon, in which case a Payment Guarantee must be submitted to mitigate risks. A firm delivery period must be indicated in the quotation. Late submissions will not be accepted. Changes to the RFQ template or terms after the closing date/time will not be considered. Bidders failing to provide mandatory requirements may be disqualified. Fraudulent claims or non-compliance with contract conditions may result in disqualification, cost recovery, contract cancellation, or restriction from public sector business for up to 10 years.
Complete the pricing schedule in ZAR, inclusive of VAT. Include: Price per unit (or equivalent), quantity (20 reels), total price per unit (incl. VAT), delivery fee to iThemba LABS, and total amount (VAT inclusive). Prices must remain valid for 60 days from the closing date.
For submissions and queries, email [email protected]. Delivery address: iThemba LABS, ATT: SCM Department, Old Faure Road, Faure, 7131. Postal address: PO Box 722, Somerset West, 7129. Phone: 021 843 1000. Fax: 021 843 3525. Website: http://www.tlabs.ac.za.
Supplier Name: ....................................................................................
iThemba LABS requires the supply of 20 reels of Metalised (Aluminium) PET tape with the following specifications: 100 µm thick, 12mm wide, non-adhesive, core diameter 76mm, and length per reel 480m.
Closing date: 10 June 2026 at 11:00 am. Late submissions will not be accepted. Bidders must certify that their submission is independent and free from collusion, as per the SBD 4 disclosure form. Any false or incomplete disclosure may result in disqualification or legal action under the Competition Act or Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
For submissions and queries, email [email protected]. Delivery address: iThemba LABS, ATT: SCM Department, Old Faure Road, Faure, 7131. Postal address: PO Box 722, Somerset West, 7129. Phone: 021 843 1000. Fax: 021 843 3525. Website: http://www.tlabs.ac.za.
Where quotations/proposals are R 2 000.00 or more, the preferential Procurement System Applicable is 80/20
Complete the pricing schedule in ZAR, inclusive of VAT. Include: Price per unit (or equivalent), quantity (20 reels), total price per unit (incl. VAT), delivery fee to iThemba LABS, and total amount (VAT inclusive). Prices must remain valid for 60 days from the closing date.
iThemba LABS requires the supply of 20 reels of Metalised (Aluminium) PET tape with the following specifications: 100 µm thick, 12mm wide, non-adhesive, core diameter 76mm, and length per reel 480m.
Evaluation of proposals: functionality, price and B-BBEE. Based on the results of the evaluation process and upon successful negotiations, iThemba LABS will approve the awarding of the contract to the successful bidder. Preference points system: The 80/20 preference point system will be used where 80 points will be dedicated to price and 20 points to B-BBEE status. “If all bids received are more than R 1 000 000.00, this request is automatically cancelled’’. Subject to section 2(1)(f) of the PPPFA, the contract will be awarded to the tenderer scoring the highest points.
Mandatory requirements: Bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). Tax compliance status must be verified via CSD and tax compliance PIN. Submit SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) forms. Bidders must declare any state employment, relationships with procuring institution employees, or interests in related enterprises. False or incomplete declarations may lead to disqualification or legal consequences.
CSD Supplier Number: MAAA................................................
Complete the pricing schedule in ZAR, inclusive of VAT. Include: Price per unit (or equivalent), quantity (20 reels), total price per unit (incl. VAT), delivery fee to iThemba LABS, and total amount (VAT inclusive). Prices must remain valid for 60 days from the closing date.
STANDARD BIDDING DOCUMENT (SBD) 4 BIDDER’S DISCLOSURE Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In line with the principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as enshrined in the it is required for the bidder to make this declaration in respect of the details required hereunder.
Mandatory requirements: Bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). Tax compliance status must be verified via CSD and tax compliance PIN. Submit SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) forms. Bidders must declare any state employment, relationships with procuring institution employees, or interests in related enterprises. False or incomplete declarations may lead to disqualification or legal consequences.
Mandatory requirements: Bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). Tax compliance status must be verified via CSD and tax compliance PIN. Submit SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) forms. Bidders must declare any state employment, relationships with procuring institution employees, or interests in related enterprises. False or incomplete declarations may lead to disqualification or legal consequences.
Mandatory requirements: Bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). Tax compliance status must be verified via CSD and tax compliance PIN. Submit SBD 4 (Bidder Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) forms. Bidders must declare any state employment, relationships with procuring institution employees, or interests in related enterprises. False or incomplete declarations may lead to disqualification or legal consequences.
Closing date: 10 June 2026 at 11:00 am. Late submissions will not be accepted. Bidders must certify that their submission is independent and free from collusion, as per the SBD 4 disclosure form. Any false or incomplete disclosure may result in disqualification or legal action under the Competition Act or Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
B-BBEE preference points (20 points total) are allocated based on the bidder's B-BBEE status level: Level 1-3: 8 points, Level 4-6: 6 points, Level 7-8: 2 points. Additional points may be claimed for: 51% Black-owned (3 points), 51% Black female-owned (3 points), 51% Black youth-owned (1 point), 51% owned by People with Disabilities (1 point), EME/QSE (4 points). Submit a SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit to claim points. Failure to submit proof will result in no preference points being awarded. The organ of state may request substantiation of claims at any time.
B-BBEE preference points (20 points total) are allocated based on the bidder's B-BBEE status level: Level 1-3: 8 points, Level 4-6: 6 points, Level 7-8: 2 points. Additional points may be claimed for: 51% Black-owned (3 points), 51% Black female-owned (3 points), 51% Black youth-owned (1 point), 51% owned by People with Disabilities (1 point), EME/QSE (4 points). Submit a SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit to claim points. Failure to submit proof will result in no preference points being awarded. The organ of state may request substantiation of claims at any time.
(a) “tender” means a written offer in the form determined by an organ of state in response to an invitation to provide goods or services through price quotations, competitive tendering process or any other method envisaged in legislation; (b) “price” means an amount of money tendered for goods or services, and includes all applicable taxes less all unconditional discounts; (c) “rand value” means the total estimated value of a contract in Rand, calculated at the time of bid invitation, and includes all applicable taxes; (d) “tender for income-generating contracts” means a written offer in the form determined by an organ of state in response to an invitation for the origination of income-generating contracts through any method envisaged in legislation that will result in a legal agreement between the organ of state and a third party that produces revenue for the organ of state, and includes, but is not limited to, leasing and disposal of assets and concession contracts, excluding direct sales and disposal of assets through public auctions; and (e) “The Act” means the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. ).
3.1. POINTS AWARDED FOR PRICE 3.1.1 THE 80/20 PREFERENCE POINT SYSTEMS A maximum of 80 points is allocated for price on the following basis: Ps = Points scored for price of tender under consideration Pt = Price of tender under consideration Pmin = Price of lowest acceptable tender
B-BBEE preference points (20 points total) are allocated based on the bidder's B-BBEE status level: Level 1-3: 8 points, Level 4-6: 6 points, Level 7-8: 2 points. Additional points may be claimed for: 51% Black-owned (3 points), 51% Black female-owned (3 points), 51% Black youth-owned (1 point), 51% owned by People with Disabilities (1 point), EME/QSE (4 points). Submit a SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit to claim points. Failure to submit proof will result in no preference points being awarded. The organ of state may request substantiation of claims at any time.
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