Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
No 2 Industrial Area, Mandela Park - Phuthaditjhaba - Phuthaditjhaba - 9866
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
16 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-170697
Maluti-a-phofung water (map water) invites bids for the supply and delivery of goods under multiple rfqs (mapw RFQ 007 to mapw RFQ 016). Bidders must submit sealed bids in the bid box, with a document fee of r150.00 Per RFQ (payable when collecting from map water offices; free download from e-tender portal). Prices must be firm, valid for at least 30 days, and state whether VAT inclusive or exclusive. Delivery costs must be included in the bid price. Evaluation uses an 80/20 preference point system (80 points price, 20 points specific goals). Specific goals include b-bbee status level, ownership (e.g., Youth ownership 4 points), and locality (maluti-a-phofung 6 points, thabo mofutsanyana 4 points, free state 2 points, outside free state 0 points). Bidders must be registered on the central supplier database (csd) and submit a csd summary report, a copy of the company registration certificate (except sole traders/partnerships), and a SARS pin. Tax clearance must be in order. Bids from persons in the service of the state are not accepted. Only one submission per bidder is considered. The municipality is not bound to accept the lowest or any bid. Communication is limited to successful bidders.
Bidders must submit a copy of the Company Registration Certificate reflecting active members (except sole traders and partnerships).
Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and submit a CSD summary report; for JVs, all parties must be registered.
Bidders must provide their unique SARS PIN and ensure tax clearance is in order (valid tax clearance certificate or SARS arrangement).
Prices must be firm, valid for at least 30 days, and state whether VAT inclusive or exclusive; delivery costs must be included in the bid price.
Bid document fee of R150.00 applies per RFQ when collecting from MaP Water offices; alternatively, download free from e-tender portal.
Bids must be submitted on official forms (MBD/MBD forms) and deposited in the bid box; late bids will not be accepted.
Bidders must claim preference points for specific goals: B-BBEE status level certificate required, and locality points (Maluti-a-Phofung 6, Thabo Mofutsanyana 4, Free State 2, outside 0) and youth ownership (4 points) apply.
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Date & Time
Monday, 28 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 014.pdf16 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
28 Sept
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
These references help suppliers understand the public-procurement framework around this opportunity. They are generated from the tender category, issuing organisation type and procurement context.
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.
MAPW RFQ 014.pdf
Maluti-a-Phofung Water (SOC) Ltd invites bids for the supply and delivery of extension/sliding ladders (4 units, 6.0m–10.5m) and foldable ladders (4 units), under RFQ MAPW RFQ 014/2026/27. Bids close 28 September 2026 at 10:00, with evaluation on an 80/20 basis (price and specific goals).
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Supply and delivery of extension/sliding ladders (4 units) and foldable ladders (4 units) to Maluti-a-Phofung Water.
Important Dates
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 28 September 2026 at 10H00.
Bid documents available from 17 September 2026 after 10h00 at cashiers point, Phuthaditjhaba offices (R150.00 non-refundable fee) or free download from e-tender portal.
No briefing session for this bid.
Briefing Session
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)No briefing session for this bid.
Contact Information
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Supply Chain Enquiries: Mr Mosea Mahlomola, 071 420 1948, [email protected].
Technical Enquiries: Mr Sekopa SM, 079 228 3811.
Submission address: Maluti-a-Phofung Water, No. 2 Old Industrial Area, Mandela Park, Phuthaditjhaba (Bid Box No. "B").
Submission Guidelines
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Submission channel: sealed bids only, deposited in Bid Box No. "B" at Maluti-a-Phofung Water, No. 2 Old Industrial Area, Mandela Park, Phuthaditjhaba. No electronic, telegraphic, telefax or late bids accepted.
Envelope must clearly show: SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF EXTENSION / SLIDING LADDER: MAPW RFQ 014 /2026/27.
Quotations must be on company letterhead.
Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted):
Disqualification risks: any returnable form unsigned or omitted; late submission; failure to comply with conditions may invalidate bid.
Returnable Documents
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Sealed bids should clearly indicate: SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF EXTENSION /SLIDING LADDER: MAPW RFQ 014 /2026/27. All bids must be submitted on the official forms (not to be re-typed). Pricing schedule (firm prices) must be submitted. Offer to be valid for at least 30 days from the closing date of bid. The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written Contract Form (MBD 7).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation split: 80 points price, 20 points specific goals (80/20 preferential points system under PPPFA revised regulations 2022).
Specific goals (20 points total):
B-BBEE status level verification certificate required to qualify for preference points.
Bids adjudicated under Municipal Supply Chain Management Policy and PPPFA (Revised 2022).
Municipality not bound to accept lowest bid and reserves right not to award.
Technical Specifications
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Supply and delivery of extension/sliding ladders and foldable ladders.
Extension / Sliding Ladder – quantity 4:
Foldable ladder – quantity 4:
Methodology
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdfEvaluation uses 80/20 preferential points allocation system with balanced scorecard methodology under revised Procurement Regulations 2022.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdfNo specific experience or key personnel qualifications required. Bidders must submit company registration certificate and company profile.
Pricing Schedule
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdfOnly firm prices accepted (MBD 3.1). Non-firm prices not considered. Prices valid 30 days. State VAT inclusive/exclusive. Delivery costs included. Delivery period binding.
Financial Requirements
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Prices must be firm and valid for at least 30 days from date of offer.
Prices must state whether VAT inclusive or exclusive.
Delivery period must be indicated and is binding if awarded.
Bid document fee: R150.00 non-refundable (cash or bank guaranteed) if collected from cashiers; free download from e-tender portal.
Only firm prices accepted; non-firm prices (including exchange rate variations) not considered.
All delivery costs must be included in bid price.
Compliance Requirements
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)CSD registration: mandatory; CSD summary report must be submitted. For JVs, all parties must be registered on CSD.
Tax compliance: SARS PIN required to view taxpayer profile; original valid Tax Clearance Certificate (MBD 2) must be submitted – certified copies not acceptable. Each JV/consortium/sub-contractor party must submit separate TCS/PIN/CSD number.
Company registration: copy of Company Registration Certificate reflecting active members (except sole traders and partnerships).
Municipal rates and taxes: complete municipal rates and taxes clearance certificate form or provide proof rates not in arrears for more than three months.
B-BBEE: B-BBEE status level verification certificate required to qualify for preference points (MBD 6.1).
No bids accepted from persons in service of the state.
Only one submission per bidder considered.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Specific goals points awarded using B-BBEE certificate and locality (proof of up-to-date municipal rates). B-BBEE status level verification certificate required to qualify for preference points. Points: HDI ownership 5, youth ownership 5, woman ownership 4, locality up to 6.
Health & Safety
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdfLadder safety features specified: rubber non-slip feet, safety chain, safe working load 135 kg, maximum static vertical load 175 kg. No further OHS requirements stated.
Contractual Terms
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdfContract period: once off (as per bid invitation table).
Successful bidder must sign written Contract Form (MBD 7).
Bid documents subject to General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and any special conditions.
Municipality reserves right to accept all, some or none of bids and not bound to accept lowest bid.
Communication limited to successful bidder; if no correspondence within 120 days, bid considered unsuccessful.
Special Conditions
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Prices firm and valid 30 days. Only one submission per bidder. Failure to comply may invalidate bid. No bids from persons in service of state. No electronic, telegraphic, telefax or late bids.
Requirements
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory documents: Company Registration Certificate (active members), CSD summary report, SARS PIN, tax clearance certificate (original), municipal rates clearance or proof not in arrears >3 months, company profile, B-BBEE certificate. For JVs, each party must submit separate TCS/PIN/CSD. Quotations on company letterhead, sealed envelope marked with bid description and reference.
Section
Source: MAPW RFQ 014.pdf80/20 system: 80 points price, 20 points specific goals. Specific goals: HDI ownership (5), youth ownership (5), woman ownership (4), locality (6 for Maluti-a-Phofung, 4 for Thabo Mofutsanyana, 2 for Free State, 0 outside).
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
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
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Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
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Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
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These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.
Act 38 of 2000
Important for public-sector construction and infrastructure tenders that require contractor grading or construction procurement standards.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve water, sanitation, wastewater, bulk water, or related infrastructure.
Act 107 of 1998
Relevant where environmental authorisations, EIAs or environmental compliance may apply.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve waste collection, refuse, recycling, hazardous waste, or disposal services. Relevant because this tender appears to involve water, sanitation, wastewater, bulk water, or related infrastructure.
Act 59 of 2008
Relevant to waste handling, transport, disposal, recycling and waste-management licences.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve waste collection, refuse, recycling, hazardous waste, or disposal services.
Act 36 of 1998
Relevant to water use, sanitation, bulk water infrastructure and DWS authorisations.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve water, sanitation, wastewater, bulk water, or related infrastructure.
Act 85 of 1993
Sets health and safety duties for contractors, employers and service providers working on public-sector sites.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve waste collection, refuse, recycling, hazardous waste, or disposal services. Relevant because this tender appears to involve water, sanitation, wastewater, bulk water, or related infrastructure.
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
22 Sept 2026
AI status
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Data conflicts
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