Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
No 2 Industrial Area, Mandela Park - Phuthaditjhaba - Phuthaditjhaba - 9866
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
15 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-170459
Maluti-a-phofung water seeks quotations for the supply and delivery of 925 kg of chlorine gas (cl2, cas NO 7782-50-5) to the dr limpho water treatment plant. Bidders must be registered on the central supplier database, submit a SARS pin and company registration certificate, and quote firm prices valid for at least 30 days. The contract is a once-off purchase evaluated on an 80/20 preference points system, with specific goals for HDI, youth and woman ownership and locality.
Registration and documents: Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and submit a CSD summary report; in a joint venture all parties must be registered. A copy of the company registration certificate reflecting active members must be submitted, except for sole traders and partnerships.
Tax compliance: Bidders must submit their unique SARS personal identification number (PIN) so the municipality can view the taxpayer profile and tax status; in consortia, joint ventures or sub-contracting, each party must submit a separate Tax Compliance Status certificate, PIN or CSD number.
Municipal rates: All supplementary forms, including the municipal rates and taxes clearance certificate, must be completed in full, or proof submitted that municipal rates are not in arrears for more than three months.
Pricing: Prices must be firm, valid for at least 30 days from the date of offer, and must clearly state whether VAT inclusive or exclusive. All delivery costs must be included in the bid price. Non-firm prices, including those subject to exchange rate variations, will not be considered.
Evaluation: The bid is evaluated under the 80/20 preferential points system (PPPFA, revised 2022): 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals: at least 50% HDI ownership (5 points), at least 50% youth ownership (5 points), at least 50% woman ownership (4 points), and locality: Maluti-a-Phofung (6 points), Thabo Mofutsanyana (4 points), Free State (2 points), outside Free State (0 points).
Submission: Sealed bids must be deposited in Bid Box No. "B" at Maluti-a-Phofung Water, No. 2 Old Industrial Area, Mandela Park, Phuthaditjhaba, by 10H00 on 25 September 2026. Envelopes must clearly indicate the tender description and reference MAPW RFQ 002/2026/27. No electronic, telegraphic, telefax or late bids will be accepted, and only one submission per bidder is considered.
Disqualification: Bids from persons in the service of the state will not be accepted. Failure to comply with any of the stated conditions may invalidate the bid.
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 23 September 2026 - 10:00
Venue
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Request for Quotation
No 2 Industrial Area, Mandela Park - Phuthaditjhaba - Phuthaditjhaba - 9866
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Description
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf15 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
23 Sept
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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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.
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.
MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf
Maluti-a-Phofung Water (SOC) Ltd invites written quotations for the supply and delivery of chlorine gas (CAS No 7782-50-5) to the Dr Limpho Water Treatment Plant, under RFQ MAPW RFQ 002/2026/27. The contract is once-off, evaluated on an 80/20 preference point system (price and specific goals), with a closing date of 25 September 2026 at 10:00. Bidders must be CSD-registered, submit a valid tax clearance certificate, and complete all mandatory forms.
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This RFQ covers the supply and delivery of chlorine gas for Dr Limpho Water Treatment Plant. The document also lists similar RFQs for other plants (MAPW RFQ 001, 003, 004, 005, 006) but this analysis is for RFQ 002 only.
Important Dates
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 25 September 2026 at 10H00. No compulsory briefing session is scheduled. Bid documents available from 16 September 2026 after 10H00 at Phuthaditjhaba cashiers, or from the e-tender portal at no charge.
Briefing Session
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)No compulsory briefing session is scheduled for this tender.
Contact Information
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Supply chain enquiries: Mr Mosea Mahlomola, 071 420 1948, [email protected]. Technical enquiries: Mr Tello Mphuthi, 082 534 0953 / 072 300 5626. Offices: Phuthaditjhaba (058) 492 0600, Harrismith (058) 623 0305 / (058) 492 0599. Private Bag X874, Witsieshoek 9870.
Submission Guidelines
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Submit sealed bids to Bid Box No. "B" at Maluti-a-Phofung Water, No. 2 Old Industrial Area, Mandela Park, Phuthaditjhaba, by 10H00 on 25 September 2026. Envelopes must clearly show the tender description and reference (MAPW RFQ 002/2026/27). No electronic, telegraphic, telefax or late bids will be accepted. Only one submission per bidder is considered. Quotations must be on company letterhead. Returnable documents include: company registration certificate (active members), CSD summary report, SARS PIN, tax compliance status, company profile, completed municipal rates clearance form (or proof rates not in arrears for more than three months), B-BBEE certificate, and pricing schedule. All bids must be on official forms (not re-typed). The successful bidder must sign a written contract form (MBD 7).
Returnable Documents
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Returnable documents include: company registration certificate, CSD summary report, SARS PIN, tax compliance status, company profile, completed municipal rates clearance form, B-BBEE certificate, and pricing schedule (firm prices). The pricing schedule must be submitted for each delivery point.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation uses the 80/20 preferential points system under the PPPFA (Revised 2022), with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals: at least 50% HDI ownership (5 points), at least 50% youth ownership (5 points), at least 50% woman ownership (4 points), and locality: Maluti-a-Phofung (6 points), Thabo Mofutsanyana (4 points), Free State (2 points), outside Free State (0 points). Total for price and specific goals must not exceed 100. B-BBEE certificate and proof of locality (municipal rates up to date) are used to award specific points.
Technical Specifications
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Supply and delivery of chlorine gas for Dr Limpho Water Treatment Plant. Quantity: 925 kg. Chemical: chlorine gas (Cl2), CAS No 7782-50-5. Delivery period must be stated on the quotation and is binding if awarded.
Methodology
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdfThe 80/20 preferential points allocation system is applied using the balance scorecard methodology, in line with the revised Procurement Regulations of 2022.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdfBidders must submit a company registration certificate reflecting active members, a CSD summary report, and a company profile. For JVs, all parties must be registered on CSD. No specific experience or key personnel requirements are stated.
Pricing Schedule
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdfPricing must be on the firm prices schedule (MBD 3.1). Only firm prices are accepted; non-firm prices are not considered. All delivery costs must be included. The offer must be valid for at least 30 days. A separate pricing schedule is required for each delivery point. Prices must indicate whether VAT is included or excluded.
Financial Requirements
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Prices must be firm and valid for at least 30 days from the date of offer. State whether prices are VAT inclusive or exclusive. All delivery costs must be included in the bid price. Only firm prices are accepted; non-firm prices (including those subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered. A non-refundable document fee of R150.00 applies if obtaining documents from Maluti-a-Phofung Water offices (cash or bank guaranteed); free download from e-tender portal.
Compliance Requirements
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and submit a CSD summary report; in a JV all parties must be registered. Submit a company registration certificate reflecting active members (except sole traders and partnerships). Submit a SARS PIN to enable the municipality to view tax status; in consortia/JVs/sub-contracting, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number. Complete all supplementary forms, including the municipal rates and taxes clearance certificate, or provide proof that rates are not in arrears for more than three months. Submit a B-BBEE status level verification certificate (SANAS accredited) to qualify for preference points. Bids from persons in the service of the state will not be accepted. Submit a company profile.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Specific points are awarded using the B-BBEE certificate and locality (proof that municipal rates and taxes are up to date). A B-BBEE status level verification certificate must be submitted to qualify for preference points; it must be issued by a SANAS-accredited verification agency.
Contractual Terms
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdfThe successful bidder must sign a written contract form (MBD 7). The bid is subject to the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2011, the General Conditions of Contract (GCC), and any special conditions. The municipality reserves the right to accept all, some or none of the bids, and is not bound to accept the lowest bid. Bidders who do not receive correspondence within 120 days should regard their bid as unsuccessful. Communication is limited to successful bidders.
Special Conditions
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Bid documents are obtainable from 16 September 2026 at Maluti-a-Phofung Water offices (Harrismith and Phuthaditjhaba) for a non-refundable fee of R150.00, or free from the e-tender portal. Sealed bids must clearly indicate the tender number and description. All bids must be on official forms (not re-typed). The bid is subject to the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2011, the GCC, and any special conditions.
Requirements
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdf (RFQ)Bidders must submit a company registration certificate (active members), CSD summary report, SARS PIN, tax compliance status, company profile, and completed municipal rates clearance form (or proof rates not in arrears for more than three months). Prices must be firm and valid for at least 30 days. Only one submission per bidder is considered. Failure to comply may invalidate the bid.
Section
Source: MAPW RFQ 002 CHLORINE GAS.pdfEvaluation is 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals: HDI ownership (5), youth ownership (5), woman ownership (4), locality (6/4/2/0). B-BBEE certificate and locality proof are used to award specific points.
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Act 5 of 2000
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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
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
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Act 38 of 2000
Important for public-sector construction and infrastructure tenders that require contractor grading or construction procurement standards.
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Act 107 of 1998
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Act 59 of 2008
Relevant to waste handling, transport, disposal, recycling and waste-management licences.
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Act 36 of 1998
Relevant to water use, sanitation, bulk water infrastructure and DWS authorisations.
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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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Address
No 2 Industrial Area, Mandela Park - Phuthaditjhaba - Phuthaditjhaba - 9866
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
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Documents found
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Last checked
15 Sept 2026
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Median Estimate
R 1 803 215
Range
Based on 18 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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