Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Issuing Organization
Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA)Location
Gauteng
Closing Date
03 Nov 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Information
Delivery Location
Lever Road - Headway Hill - Johannesburg - 1685
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
02 Oct 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-172756
The department of public works and infrastructure (DPWI), through ifisa at the development bank of southern africa, seeks market input on a potential public-private partnership to rehabilitate, redevelop and operate the nine-building telkom towers complex in pretoria cbd (106,495 m² lettable area, 2,214 parking bays) as fit-for-purpose government accommodation. The RFI tests bankability, delivery models and risk allocation under national treasury regulation 16, with scope to expand to adjacent state assets (cgo and pwh). This is not a tender — responses inform a future feasibility study and NO binding procurement commitment exists. The single most consequential consideration for bidders is that this is purely exploratory: NO contract will be awarded, all costs are for the respondent's account, and participation does not advantage future procurement.
Closing: 03 November 2026 at 23:55 (Johannesburg time); electronic submission only via OneDrive link obtained by emailing [email protected] with RFI number RFI003/2026 in the subject line.
Clarification deadline: 26 October 2026 at 16:30; written requests only to [email protected] — telephonic enquiries will not be accepted.
Mandatory response template: 12 sections required (Executive Summary through Supporting Documents); suggested maximum 50 pages excluding appendices; consolidated PDF plus editable Word/Excel/PowerPoint files.
Scope: nine buildings across Erven 3264 and 2999, Pretoria CBD (152 Johannes Ramokhoase Street); PPR Building (National Key Point) excluded; heritage constraints apply to TTW, Somerset House and Central Building.
Current condition: all buildings except North Tower require significant refurbishment; compliance needed with OHSA, fire, accessibility, building regulations and heritage legislation.
Three PPP scenarios to address: (1) availability-based DFBOM with government anchor tenant and unitary charge; (2) hybrid with third-party tenants and blended revenue; (3) phased/packaged building-by-building or precinct approach.
Financial inputs required (indicative only): estimated capital costs, debt/equity mix, target equity IRR, cost of debt, minimum occupancy/pre-let thresholds, conditions for financial close, sensitivities to interest rates/inflation/construction costs.
Risk allocation table provided as baseline: rehabilitation Private/Shared; compliance Private; demand Public; financing Private; regulatory Public; heritage Shared; O&M Private; political Public; force majeure Shared.
ESG and localisation: respondents must advise on B-BBEE strategy, SMME participation, skills development, energy efficiency, carbon reduction and job creation.
No procurement advantage: this RFI creates no binding obligation, does not commit to future procurement, and participation is not mandatory for later bidding under Treasury Approval stages I–III.
Standard form in pack (boilerplate, not to be completed for this RFI): SBD 4 — Bidder's Disclosure.
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Date & Time
Tuesday, 03 November 2026 - 23:30
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Request for Information
Lever Road - Headway Hill - Johannesburg - 1685
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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)
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RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf
RFI seeking market input to inform a Treasury Regulation 16 feasibility study for a potential PPP to rehabilitate, redevelop, and long-term operate the old Telkom Towers Complex (nine buildings, ~106,495m² GLA) in Pretoria CBD, with an expanded precinct option incorporating CGO and PWH assets.
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Request for Information (RFI003/2026) issued by Infrastructure Finance and Implementation Support Agency (IFISA) on behalf of the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI).
Purpose: structured early market engagement to inform a registered potential PPP Feasibility Study under National Treasury Regulation 16 (PFMA) for the rehabilitation, redevelopment and long-term operation of the old Telkom Towers Complex in Pretoria CBD.
Asset: nine buildings (±106,495 m² GLA, 2,214 parking bays) on Erven 3264 and 2999, Pretoria Town and townlands 351-JR, zoned Business 1. PPR Building (National Key Point) excluded.
Base case: Telkom Towers Complex only. Expanded precinct scenario: integration with Central Government Offices (CGO) and Public Works House (PWH) for precinct-scale planning aligned to Tshwane Inner City Regeneration Programme.
Government objectives: fit-for-purpose government accommodation; OHSA, building regulations, GIAMA compliance; reduce long-term fiscal/maintenance burden; leverage private sector expertise; achieve VfM through optimal risk transfer under PPP.
This RFI is not a procurement process and does not commit DPWI to a specific transaction structure.
Important Dates
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)Closing date: 03 November 2026
Closing time: 23:55 (Johannesburg time)
Clarification deadline: 26 October 2026 at 16:30 (Johannesburg time) – written requests for clarification must be submitted by this date; requests received after may not be attended to.
Clarification submission window: requests must be sent at least three (3) working days before submission day to receive the OneDrive upload link.
General enquiry deadline: all questions/enquiries must be forwarded in writing not later than 7 days before tender closing (i.e. by 27 October 2026).
Briefing Session
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)No compulsory briefing or site visit specified.
Clarification process:
Contact Information
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)SCM enquiries:
Clarification requests:
Submission address: electronic only – OneDrive link provided after registration email to [email protected].
Service delivery location: Old Telkom Towers Complex, 152 Johannes Ramokhoase Street, Pretoria CBD (Erven 3264 and 2999, Pretoria Town and townlands 351-JR).
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)Submission method: electronic only via OneDrive link provided after registration.
Registration: email [email protected] quoting RFI number RFI003/2026 to indicate participation and receive the upload link.
Format: consolidated PDF including editable Microsoft Word, Excel and/or PowerPoint files.
Length: suggested maximum 50 pages excluding appendices/annexures.
Response structure (mandatory template):
Content requirements: concise but substantive, experience-based (not theoretical), focused on bankability, delivery and risk.
Confidentiality: information provided will only be used to inform the Treasury-compliant PPP Feasibility Study under NTR 16.
No physical bids will be received or accepted at DBSA.
Standard form included in the pack (boilerplate, not to be completed for this RFI): SBD 4 – Bidder's Disclosure (declares state employment, relationships with procuring institution, and independent bid determination).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)This RFI is not a tender; responses will not be evaluated as bids and no preference point system (80/20 or 90/10) applies.
Purpose of evaluation: early market engagement to identify and structure innovative, compliant, commercially viable redevelopment opportunities that maximise private sector investment and deliver value-for-money through optimised PPP structuring and risk transfer.
DPWI may use responses to inform the Feasibility Study for the registered potential PPP under National Treasury Regulation 16.
Key areas DPWI will assess from responses (non-binding, for feasibility study input):
No minimum qualifying score or formal evaluation stages.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)Project: Redevelopment, rehabilitation and long-term operation of the old Telkom Towers Complex (nine buildings) as fit-for-purpose government accommodation via a potential PPP under NTR 16.
Base case scope: Telkom Towers Complex only (±106,495 m² GLA, 2,214 parking bays, 60,624 m² parking area, 208,155 m² GCA including parking).
Expanded precinct scenario (for Feasibility Study): integration with Central Government Offices (CGO) and Public Works House (PWH) for precinct-scale planning aligned to Tshwane Inner City Regeneration Programme.
Location: Pretoria CBD, 152 Johannes Ramokhoase Street, across Erven 3264 and 2999 (both zoned Business 1).
Buildings and gross lettable areas:
Erf 3264 (access from Bosman and Johannes Ramokhoase Streets): TTW, TTN, TTE, Annex.
Erf 2999 (access from Madiba and Johannes Ramokhoase Streets): TTS, Somerset House, IT, PR, Central, PPR.
Construction history: main complex 1965; Western block and Somerset House 1920s–1930s; Central, IT, PR buildings estimated 1960s. Heritage significance assessment required.
Current condition: except North Tower, all buildings require significant refurbishment and lifecycle renewal to meet contemporary compliance, safety and performance standards.
Lifecycle scope:
Potential PPP scenarios to consider:
Key objectives for respondent input:
Regulatory framework: GIAMA, PFMA (NTR 16), State Land Disposal Act, Infrastructure Development Act, CIDB Act, PPPFA, NEMA, National Heritage Resources Act, OHSA, National Building Regulations, Constitution s25, SPLUMA.
Key assumptions for market testing: government as anchor tenant/contracting authority; heritage constraints apply; significant refurbishment required; PPP to follow NTR 16 approval process (TA I, IIA, IIB, III).
Methodology
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdfRespondents requested to provide high-level, non-binding input on:
Experience & Qualifications
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdfRespondents requested to demonstrate (in Respondent Profile and Experience section):
Focus on relevant, comparable projects and ability to deliver across the full lifecycle.
Quality Management
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdfQuality assurance expectations for the future PPP (respondents to address in input):
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdfNo pricing schedule or bill of quantities required for this RFI.
Respondents to provide indicative (non-binding) financial inputs for feasibility study:
Objective: test whether the project is financeable under realistic conditions.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)No bid security, bonds, guarantees, retention or payment terms specified – this is an RFI, not a procurement.
Financial inputs requested from respondents (indicative, non-binding) for feasibility study:
Objective: test whether the project is financeable under realistic conditions.
Commercial models to consider: unitary charge (availability-based), blended revenue (hybrid), phased packaging.
Government support mechanisms that may be required: guarantees, anchor tenancy commitments.
No financial capacity or turnover thresholds stated for respondents.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)No mandatory eligibility criteria, CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE level, CIDB grading, CIPC registration or professional-body registrations specified for this RFI – it is a market engagement exercise, not a tender.
Respondents must disclose any actual, potential or perceived conflicts of interest.
Respondents must comply with applicable anti-corruption laws.
Standard form included in the pack (boilerplate): SBD 4 – Bidder's Disclosure (declares state employment, relationships with procuring institution, independent bid determination).
Regulatory legislation that will govern any future PPP: GIAMA, PFMA (NTR 16), State Land Disposal Act, Infrastructure Development Act, CIDB Act, PPPFA, NEMA, National Heritage Resources Act, OHSA, National Building Regulations, Constitution s25, SPLUMA.
ESG and localisation expectations for future PPP (respondents to advise on approach):
Responses should align with national policy priorities and PPP requirements.
OHSA compliance required during construction and operation phases.
Heritage constraints apply to portions of the site (buildings older than 60 years); National Heritage Resources Act permissions required for development/demolition.
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) required under NEMA for large-scale redevelopment.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)B-BBEE requirements not specified as mandatory for this RFI.
For the future PPP, respondents to advise on localisation approach including:
Responses should align with national policy priorities and PPP requirements.
PPPFA governs appointment of contractors for B-BBEE compliance in any subsequent procurement.
Health & Safety
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdfOHSA compliance required during construction and operation phases.
Compliance upgrades must address occupational health and safety, fire safety, and accessibility standards.
Respondents to outline approach to managing health and safety risks during rehabilitation and long-term O&M.
Environmental
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdfEnvironmental sustainability requirements for the future PPP (respondents to advise on approach):
Regulatory compliance: comprehensive Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) required under NEMA for large-scale redevelopment.
Heritage compliance: National Heritage Resources Act applies (buildings older than 60 years); development/demolition permissions required.
SPLUMA regulates land-use changes (rezoning) required for redevelopment.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdfThis RFI does not constitute a tender and creates no binding obligation on DPWI, IFISA or any respondent.
DPWI (via IFISA) reserves the right to amend, cancel, or re-issue the RFI and may select any procurement approach.
Should the project proceed and obtain Treasury Approval I, any subsequent procurement will follow the prescribed PPP processes under Treasury Regulation 16.
Participation in this RFI is encouraged but not mandatory for future participation.
All costs incurred by respondents are for their own account.
Respondents must disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest.
Respondents must comply with applicable anti-corruption laws and are encouraged to report improper approaches via official channels.
Communication prohibition: any correspondence with government officials, departments, representatives or advisors of DPWI or IFISA regarding this RFI is prohibited.
Legal disclaimer: information in the RFI is prepared in good faith but no representations or warranties are made regarding accuracy, completeness or adequacy; DPWI and its advisors accept no liability. Respondents must conduct independent assessments and obtain professional advice.
No claims may be made against DPWI or its representatives arising from this RFI or reliance on its contents.
Information gathered may support the feasibility study per NTR 16 stages (needs analysis, options analysis, due diligence, value assessment, economic valuation, procurement planning).
Special Conditions
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdf (RFP)This RFI is not a tender or commitment to procure.
DPWI reserves the right to amend, suspend, or cancel the RFI at any time.
All respondent costs are for own account.
Participation encouraged but not mandatory for future procurement.
If project proceeds and obtains Treasury Approval I, subsequent procurement follows PPP processes under Treasury Regulation 16.
No binding obligation created.
Reservation of rights: DPWI/IFISA may amend, cancel, re-issue RFI and select any procurement approach.
Conflict of interest disclosure mandatory.
Anti-corruption compliance mandatory.
Communication with DPWI/IFISA officials or advisors regarding this RFI prohibited.
Disclaimer: information provided in good faith but no warranty of accuracy/completeness; no liability accepted. Respondents must perform own due diligence.
Information gathered may support NTR 16 feasibility study stages.
Section
Source: RFI003.2026 Request for Information Redevelopment Rehabilitation and Long-term operation of Telkom Towers complexSS Technologies Database_.pdfNo formal evaluation – this is an RFI, not a tender. Responses will not be scored or ranked.
DPWI will use responses to inform the Feasibility Study for the registered potential PPP under NTR 16.
Areas of interest for feasibility study input:
Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) will govern any future procurement.
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.
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
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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.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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