Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
100 OLD SOUTHPAN RD - ONDERSTEPOORT - Pretoria - 0110
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
13 Nov 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-178199
The agricultural research council requires the installation of an existing 1200 btu air-conditioning unit at the onderstepoort veterinary institute in pretoria, including associated copper piping, insulation, communication cable and power, and artisan and assistant labour. Bidders must hold a valid refrigeration trade test certificate and provide proof of competency, and must submit their quotation by email before the closing time. The contract is evaluated under the 80/20 preference point system, with price worth 80 points and specific goals worth 20 points.
Closing: 20 November 2026 at 11:00, submitted by email to [email protected].
Mandatory: valid Refrigeration Trade Test certificate, plus CV and reference letters proving competency and proficiency in the refrigeration trade.
Mandatory: CSD registration – include the CSD registration number and full CSD report with the quotation.
Mandatory: complete and sign SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) and return them with the quotation; unsigned forms may lead to disqualification.
Evaluation: 80/20 system – price 80 points, specific goals 20 points; only bidders claiming specific goals are scored on those points, and proof must be submitted.
Specific goals points: HDI ownership 51%+ (6), women 51%+ (4), youth 51%+ (4), persons with disabilities 51%+ (2), B-BBEE level 1–4 (2), SMME promotion (2).
Quotation must be on official letterhead, signed, in South African Rand inclusive of VAT and all costs, and must state validity period and delivery date.
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Date & Time
Friday, 20 November 2026 - 11:00
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Request for Quotation
100 OLD SOUTHPAN RD - ONDERSTEPOORT - Pretoria - 0110
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Description
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdf13 Nov
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
20 Nov
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
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.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
OVI01REQ004569.pdf
Installation of an existing 1200 BTU air-conditioning unit at the ARC-Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute in Pretoria, including associated materials such as copper piping, insulation, and communication cable, with labour charged per hour. The procurement follows the 80/20 preference point system and requires bidders to hold a valid Refrigeration Trade Test certificate.
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R 1 725 000
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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) at Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute requires installation of an existing air-conditioning unit. The work includes supply of copper pipes, insulation, communication cable, and labour (artisan and assistant rates). Delivery and installation at the ARC institute in Pretoria.
Important Dates
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 20 November 2026 at 11:00
No compulsory briefing or site visit stated.
Contact Information
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdf (RFQ)Enquiries
Submission address: email to [email protected]
Delivery address:
ARC - Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute
100 Old Soutpan Road
Onderstepoort
Pretoria
Submission Guidelines
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdf (RFQ)Submission method: email to [email protected]
Quotation must be on official letterhead and duly signed.
Include CSD registration number and full CSD report.
Complete and sign all SBD forms (SBD 4, SBD 6.1) and return with the quotation.
Indicate quotation validity period and delivery date.
Failure to sign or return SBD forms may lead to disqualification.
Prices in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT and all costs (delivery, insurance, taxes).
No price adjustments or amendments to delivery particulars will be considered.
Goods/services supplied only upon receipt of a purchase order from ARC.
ARC may do due diligence and benchmark prices.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation under 80/20 preference point system (price 80 points, specific goals 20 points).
Lowest acceptable price scores 80 points.
Specific goals points (max 20):
Only bidders claiming specific goals are scored on the 20 points.
Failure to submit proof for specific goals means no points claimed.
Technical Specifications
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdf (RFQ)Installation of an existing air-conditioning unit (1200 BTU).
Items and quantities:
Bidder must hold a valid Refrigeration Trade Test certificate and provide proof of competency (CV and reference letters).
Warranty period and extent must be clearly stated.
Financial Requirements
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdf (RFQ)Prices in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT and all costs (delivery, insurance, taxes).
No price adjustments or amendments to delivery particulars will be considered.
Quotations with rand value from R2,000 to below R50,000,000 (incl. VAT) evaluated under 80/20 principle.
Validity period of quotation must be indicated.
Compliance Requirements
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdf (RFQ)CSD registration: mandatory; include CSD registration number and full CSD report.
Refrigeration Trade Test certificate: valid, mandatory.
Proof of competency and proficiency in refrigeration trade (CV and reference letters).
SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure): disclose any state employment or relationship with procuring institution; false disclosure disqualifies.
SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form): claim specific goals points; supporting documentation required.
General Conditions of Contract (National Treasury) apply.
ARC supply chain management code of conduct applies.
Health & Safety
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdfNo specific health and safety requirements stated beyond the general obligation to execute the work properly. The bidder must hold a valid Refrigeration Trade Test certificate and demonstrate competency in the refrigeration trade.
Contractual Terms
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdfWarranty period and extent must be stated.
Quotation validity must be indicated.
Prices inclusive of VAT and all costs; no price adjustments.
Supplier responsible for proper execution and fulfilment.
ARC may accept or reject special terms and conditions.
Goods/services supplied only upon receipt of purchase order.
General Conditions of Contract (National Treasury) apply.
ARC supply chain management code of conduct applies.
SBD forms must be signed and returned; failure may disqualify.
Delivery date must be indicated.
ARC may do due diligence and benchmark prices.
Section
Source: OVI01REQ004569.pdfEvaluation under 80/20 system: price 80 points, specific goals 20 points. Specific goals include ownership by HDIs, women, youth, persons with disabilities, BEE status, and promotion of SMMEs. Only bidders claiming specific goals are scored on those points. Proof must be submitted with the bid.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
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Act 28 of 2024
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Act 2 of 2000
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Act 3 of 2000
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These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.
Act 38 of 2000
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Act 85 of 1993
Sets health and safety duties for contractors, employers and service providers working on public-sector sites.
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Act 46 of 2000
Relevant where professional engineering services or regulated engineering work may be required.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve engineering, technical design, maintenance, or regulated built-environment work.
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