303 Libertas Office Park, Highway street Equestria Pretoria 0182 - Equestria - Pretoria - 0182
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Published
13 Jul 2026
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Summary
This tender is for the appointment of a tax expert to provide VAT on imported services advisory and compliance services for the south african national accreditation system (sanas). IT is a request for quotation aimed at professional service providers. Bidders must submit a completed sbd 6.1 Preference points claim form as part of their tender.
Key Requirements
Tender closing date is 20 July 2026 at 11:00.
The evaluation uses a preferential points system awarding points for Price and Specific Goals (B-BBEE).
The SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form must be completed, signed, and submitted with the tender.
Points for Specific Goals are based on B-BBEE status, including black ownership, women ownership, youth ownership, ownership by persons with disabilities, and enterprise size (EME/QSE).
The organ of state reserves the right to require substantiation of any preference claims.
Fraudulent claims can lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, and criminal prosecution.
303 Libertas Office Park, Highway street Equestria Pretoria 0182 - Equestria - Pretoria - 0182
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Description
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf
Important Dates
13 Jul
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
20 Jul
2026
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Tender closing date
Procurement Rules & Compliance ContextThis tender may be governed by South African public procurement rules covering fairness, transparency, preferential procurement, anti-corruption, administrative justice and access to information.
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Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
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This is a Preference Points Claim Form (SBD 6.1) for a tender by the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) in Gauteng to appoint a Tax Expert for VAT on Imported Services Advisory and Compliance Services. The tender uses the 80/20 preference point system (80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals) under the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022.
The South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) in Gauteng is seeking a tax expert to provide VAT advisory and compliance services for imported services. The tender requires bidders to complete a detailed disclosure form (SBD4) to ensure transparency and prevent conflicts of interest.
The South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) is seeking a tax expert to provide VAT advisory and compliance services for imported services. The scope includes determining VAT applicability, reviewing transactions, assisting with submissions, providing technical advice, and developing SOPs and guidance notes. The contract duration is 2-3 months, with an expected start in July 2026.
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SANAS requires a Tax Expert to provide advisory and compliance services for VAT on imported services.
Objective: Ensure compliance with SARS requirements, provide technical guidance, support VAT submissions, and develop SOPs and guidance notes.
Note: SANAS has made approximately 55 international payments in the last 6 years.
Scope includes determining VAT applicability, reviewing transactions, assisting with submissions, providing advisory services, and developing SOPs and guidance notes.
Duration: 2-3 months, with expected delivery in July 2026.
Reporting is to the Chief Financial Officer or a delegated SANAS official.
Important Dates
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
Closing date: 20 July 2026.
Closing time: 11:00.
Expected delivery date: July 2026.
Contract duration: 2-3 months.
Contact Information
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
For submissions and enquiries, contact Ms Katlego Motsepe.
Submit the full quotation and all required documents to SANAS.
The closing date is 20 July 2026 at 11:00.
Late and incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
Failure to submit by the stipulated date and time will result in disqualification.
All fields in the quotation document must be completed for acceptance.
All SBD documents must be signed and returned with the quotation.
Any bidder believing the specification is based on a specific brand must inform SANAS before the RFQ closing date.
Returnable Documents
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
VAT number (if applicable):
Evaluation Criteria
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
The service provider must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) with a compliant tax status. The company profile must confirm at least three years of relevant experience and list successful projects and serviced clients for completed VAT returns. Bidders can be disqualified for non-compliant tax status, fraudulent information, false declarations, being listed on the National Treasury's restricted supplier database, or failure to quote as per specifications.
Technical Specifications
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
Scope: Provide VAT on imported services advisory and compliance services.
Determine if VAT on imported services is applicable to SANAS.
Review imported service transactions for VAT.
Assist with VAT submissions to SARS.
Provide technical VAT advisory services.
Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidance notes for VAT submission.
The appointed Tax Expert will report to the Chief Financial Officer or a delegated SANAS official.
The service provider must have an individual with a bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Taxation, Accounting, or Finance.
The company profile must confirm at least three years of proven experience in:
South African taxation.
VAT compliance and tax advisory services.
VAT on imported services.
The company profile must list successful projects and clients for completed relevant VAT returns.
The individual must hold a valid professional membership with SAIT, SAICA, CIBA, or ACCA.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf
The service provider must have at least three years of proven experience in:
South African taxation.
VAT compliance and tax advisory services.
VAT on imported services.
The company profile must list successful projects and clients for completed relevant VAT returns.
The individual Tax Expert must have a bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma in Taxation, Accounting, or Finance.
The individual must hold a valid professional membership with SAIT, SAICA, CIBA, or ACCA.
Pricing Schedule
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf
Complete the pricing schedule in Annexure A.
All prices must be firm and inclusive of VAT where applicable.
The schedule includes deliverables: determining VAT applicability, VAT compliance review report, VAT submission and support, developing SOPs and guidance notes, and a final recommendations report.
Quote total excluding VAT, VAT (if registered), and total including VAT.
Financial Requirements
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
All prices must be quoted in South African Rand.
Prices must be firm and inclusive of VAT where applicable.
Complete the pricing schedule in Annexure A.
Payment terms: 30 working days after receipt of a valid invoice.
Compliance Requirements
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
Mandatory administrative documents for evaluation:
Completed and signed SBD 4.
Completed and signed SBD 6.1.
Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit signed by a commissioner of oaths.
Valid tax pin and Central Supplier Database (CSD) Report or Summary showing compliant tax status.
You must respond to clarification requests within stipulated times (48 working hours for SBD 4, 7 working days for tax/CSD compliance) or be deemed non-responsive.
Tax compliance status will be verified via CSD or SARS e-Filing. Non-compliance at award stage allows 7 working days to rectify; continued non-compliance leads to disqualification.
Disqualification reasons include fraudulent submissions, false declarations on SBDs, misrepresentation, being listed on the National Treasury's database of restricted suppliers, and not quoting in line with the specification.
Supplier details required: name, CSD number, contact person, contact number, valid tax reference number and pin, email, VAT number (if applicable), and physical address.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
SANAS applies specific goals in line with preferential procurement regulations.
Points are allocated for black-owned businesses (as defined by the B-BBEE Act), black women-owned, black youth-owned, black persons with disabilities-owned, Exempt Micro Enterprises (EMEs), and Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs).
Qualifying Small Enterprise (QSE): 3 points / 1 point.
Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit with SBD 6.1 to claim points.
Contractual Terms
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
Payment will be made within 30 working days after receipt of a valid invoice.
SANAS will process bidder personal information only for evaluation and award purposes, in accordance with applicable law, and will not disclose it to third parties without prior written consent.
This RFQ is subject to the general conditions of the RFQ, National Treasury’s General Conditions of Contract (GCC), and any special conditions of contract by SANAS.
Special Conditions
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
Any bidder who believes the RFQ specification is based on a specific brand must inform SANAS before the RFQ closing date.
Requirements
Source: REQ0006197- Tax expert.pdf (RFQ)
The service provider must list successful projects and clients for completed relevant VAT returns.
The individual Tax Expert must hold a valid professional membership with SAIT, SAICA, CIBA, or ACCA.
Service providers listed on the National Treasury’s Database of restricted suppliers and defaulters will be disqualified.
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4.pdf (TENDER)
Department: Supply Chain Management.
Specific contact name, email, phone, or address not provided in the document.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4.pdf (TENDER)
Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. They must have no undisclosed conflicts of interest, including state employment ties or relationships with SANAS staff. All declarations in SBD4 must be true and complete.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4.pdf (TENDER)
Any person (natural or juristic) may bid.
Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers will be automatically disqualified.
The bidder must complete a detailed declaration covering:
Whether the bidder or any person with a controlling interest is employed by the state, and if so, provide full particulars.
Whether the bidder or any connected person has a relationship with an employee of the procuring institution, and if so, provide particulars.
Whether the bidder or any person with a controlling interest has an interest in any other related enterprise, and if so, provide particulars.
The bidder must certify the declaration is true and complete. A false declaration may lead to bid rejection or action under PFMA SCM regulations.
The bidder must declare awareness that suspicious bids may be reported to the Competition Commission or National Prosecuting Authority and could result in restrictions from public sector business.
Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4.pdf (TENDER)
Any person (natural or juristic) may submit an offer.
Bidders must make a declaration as required by legislation.
Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers are automatically disqualified.
The bidder must complete a detailed declaration covering:
State employment status of the bidder or persons with controlling interest, providing particulars if applicable.
Relationships with employees of the procuring institution, providing particulars if applicable.
Interests in other related enterprises, providing particulars if applicable.
The bidder must certify the declaration is true and complete. A false declaration may lead to bid rejection or action under PFMA SCM regulations.
Section
Source: Standard Bidding Document (SDB) 4.pdf
The bidder must declare there have been no agreements or arrangements with any competitor regarding the quality of the services.
DocumentSBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.pdfReview complete
Submission Guidelines
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.pdf (TENDER)
Returnable Documents: This SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form must be completed, signed, and submitted as part of your tender. Failure to submit required proof or documentation to claim specific goal points will be interpreted as not claiming those preference points.
Returnable Documents
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.pdf (TENDER)
You must complete and return the Declaration with Regard to Company/Firm section of the SBD 6.1 form.
Provide your company/firm name and registration number.
Tick the applicable box for your company type (e.g., Pty Ltd, Close Corporation).
A duly authorised representative must sign, certifying the truth of the information and acknowledging the consequences of fraudulent claims.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.pdf (TENDER)
Open to tax experts/firms capable of providing VAT on Imported Services Advisory and Compliance Services. Companies must be registered in South Africa. Preference points awarded for: 100% Black Owned (4 pts), 51-99% Black Owned (2 pts), 100% Black Women Owned (3 pts), 51-99% Black Women Owned (2 pts), 5%+ Youth Owned (1 pt), 2%+ Disability Owned (1 pt), EME (0 pts), QSE (1 pt). All claims require documentary proof.
Compliance Requirements
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.pdf (TENDER)
You must complete and submit the SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form.
Specific goals and points are allocated for B-BBEE compliance, supporting black-owned businesses, black women-owned, youth-owned, owned by persons with disabilities, Exempt Micro Enterprises (EMEs), and Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs).
You must declare your company/firm name, registration number, and type (e.g., Pty Ltd, Close Corporation).
You must certify that the information and points claimed are true and correct.
Fraudulent claims can lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, cost recovery, restriction from state business for up to 10 years, and criminal prosecution.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.pdf (TENDER)
Specific goals and points are allocated to support B-BBEE and designated groups.
Points are awarded for:
100% Black Owned (4 points for 90/10 system, 6 for 80/20).
51%-99% Black Owned (2 points for 90/10, 4 for 80/20).
100% Black Women Owned (3 points for 90/10, 6 for 80/20).
51%-99% Black Women Owned (2 points for 90/10, 4 for 80/20).
5% Youth Owned (1 point for 90/10, 2 for 80/20).
2% Owned by Persons with Disabilities (1 point for both systems).
Exempt Micro Enterprise (EME) (0 points for 90/10, 5 for 80/20).
Qualifying Small Enterprise (QSE) (1 point for 90/10, 3 for 80/20).
Definitions align with the B-BBEE Act, Amended Codes of Good Practice, National Youth Commission Act, and Employment Equity Act.
Contractual Terms
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.pdf
By signing the declaration, you certify that:
The information and preference points claimed are true and correct.
You may be required to furnish documentary proof to support your claims if awarded the contract.
Fraudulent claims or failure to fulfil contract conditions can result in:
Disqualification from the tendering process.
Recovery of costs, losses, or damages by the organ of state.
Contract cancellation and a claim for damages.
Recommendation for restriction from obtaining business from any organ of state for up to 10 years.
Criminal prosecution.
Section
Source: SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022.pdf
This section details the preferential procurement evaluation criteria.
The applicable preference point system (80/20 or 90/10) will be determined by the organ of state or based on the tender value.
Points are awarded for Price and Specific Goals.
Specific Goals points are claimed based on B-BBEE status, ownership, and enterprise size.
Failure to submit proof for specific goals means you forfeit those points.
The organ of state can require verification of any claims.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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