This request for quotation (RFQ 28660) invites suppliers to bid for the supply and delivery of x-ray machines and related components to airports company south africa (acsa) for king shaka international airport (ksi). The tender is open to tax-compliant, b-bbee-certified suppliers capable of meeting strict submission and technical requirements.
Key Requirements
Submit bids via email to [email protected] by 31 July 2026 at 16:00, split into ≤4MB attachments. Late or non-compliant submissions are disqualified. - Mandatory documents: SBD 3.3 (Priced Offer), SBD 4 (Disclosure Form), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points), B-BBEE Certificate, Tax PIN/CSD Number, Certificate of Incorporation, CSD Report, VAT Questionnaire, and Confidentiality Agreement. - Price bids using the provided SBD 3.3 schedule; deviations or omissions disqualify the bid. Prices must remain valid for 120 business days. - Comply with 80/20 preference points system (80 for price, 20 for B-BBEE/specific goals). Submit proof for all claimed points. - Ensure tax compliance (SARS TCS PIN or CSD registration) and security vetting clearance (ACSA is a National Key Point). - Declare any conflicts of interest or relationships with ACSA employees/PEPs. Independent bidding is required. - All bid pages must be signed/stamped by an authorised representative; no post-closing changes are permitted.
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Evaluation Criteria
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Eligibility criteria are not specified in the provided excerpt. Typically for such tenders, bidders would need: valid business registration, tax compliance, proven experience in supplying security screening equipment to airports, financial stability, and ability to meet technical certification requirements (e.g., ECAC, TSA, or local aviation authority standards).
Important Dates
17 Jul
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
31 Jul
2026
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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)
Act 53 of 2003
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Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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Airports Company South Africa is seeking quotations for the supply and delivery of X-ray machines for KSI Airport in KwaZulu-Natal. The tender is open until July 31, 2026. The document content is marked as confidential, indicating that detailed technical and commercial specifications are restricted to qualified bidders.
The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the supply and delivery of X-Ray Machines and related components for KSI Airport. The tender (RFQ Number: 28660) closes on 31st July 2026 at 16:00 GMT+0. Bidders must comply with South African procurement laws, including the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, and submit mandatory documents such as SBD forms, tax compliance certificates, B-BBEE certificates, and a priced offer using the provided schedule. The evaluation follows an 80/20 preference point system, with 80 points for price and 20 for specific goals like B-BBEE status or ownership by black youth, women, or people with disabilities.
ACSA owns and manages South Africa's principal commercial airports.
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Address: Western Precinct, Aviation Park, O.R. Tambo International Airport, 1 Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng, 1632. Postal: P O Box 75480, Gardenview, Gauteng, 2047.
Submit your bid via email only. The email address is not explicitly stated in the extracted text, but the document indicates submissions should be emailed. Check the official forms for the correct address.
Deadline: 31 July 2026 at 16:00. Late bids will not be accepted.
Do not email your submission as one large attachment. Break it into at least four attachments, each no larger than 4MB.
You must submit your bid using the official forms provided (do not re-type them).
All pages of the bid documents must be signed or stamped by a person with authority to act for your company.
Mandatory returnable documents you must include: SBD 3.3 (Priced Offer), Declaration of Interest and Politically Exposed Persons form, SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure Form), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement, B-BBEE Certificate/Scorecard or affidavit, Tax PIN or CSD number, Certificate of Incorporation, Central Supplier Database (CSD) Report, VAT Questionnaire, and ACSA Terms and Conditions.
Failure to submit any mandatory document will lead to disqualification.
Changes to your bid are not allowed after the closing date.
ACSA reserves the right to reject any bid, split the award, or cancel the tender.
Returnable Documents
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf (RFQ)
A list of mandatory returnable documents must be consulted to understand which documents are required at the closing date and time. Further, to the mandatory returnable documents/information ACSA will only consider bidders which have: SBD 3.3 fully completed
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf (RFQ)
General
Bidders must be registered suppliers (local or foreign with proof of accreditation).
No conflicts of interest with ACSA employees or officials (must be declared).
No history of fraud, corruption, or restrictive practices (bidders listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers are disqualified).
Bidders must not collude with competitors or ACSA officials during the bidding process.
Tax And Legal
Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN from SARS or CSD registration.
VAT registration (if applicable).
Valid Certificate of Incorporation and proof of legal entity status.
Preference
B-BBEE status (higher levels earn more points).
Preference for black youth, black women, or disability-owned entities (additional points).
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf (RFQ)
Scope: Supply and Delivery of X-Ray Machines.
The specific technical requirements or model details are not detailed in the extracted text. It references 'SEE ATTACHED PICTURE' but the picture is not included in the text provided.
Bidders must comply with all confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements regarding proprietary information shared during the process.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf
You must complete the Pricing Schedule (SBD 3.3) with unit prices and totals for each listed item.
Items include: tunnel covers (36), IP Boards (4), Hitrax (5), drum motors (14), main electrical contactors (3), XRC 10 units (4), perspex side panels (6), conveyor belts (30), Generator Hi-Ray (2), indicator globes (200), lead curtains (300), X-ray light covers (left/right, 20 each), 24vdc power supplies (18), safety rollers (36), and 6 Micro Farad capacitors (30).
Include VAT and provide a total price inclusive of VAT.
Disbursements will be reimbursed at actual cost with proof.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf (RFQ)
You must price your bid strictly according to the provided Pricing Schedule (SBD 3.3). Failure to use this schedule will lead to disqualification.
The schedule lists line items including tunnel covers, IP boards, Hitrax, drum motors, electrical contactors, XRC 10 units, perspex panels, conveyor belts, generators, indicator globes, lead curtains, light covers, power supplies, safety rollers, and capacitors. You must provide a unit price and total for each.
Disbursements (e.g., travel, accommodation) will be reimbursed at actual cost upon submission of certified proof.
Your quoted prices must remain valid for 120 business days after submission.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf (RFQ)
Tax Compliance: You must be tax compliant. Submit your SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or, if unavailable, your Central Supplier Database (CSD) number. For consortia, each member must submit their own proof.
B-BBEE: You must submit a valid B-BBEE certificate or a sworn affidavit if you are a QSE/EME. Your B-BBEE level affects your preference points.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): You must be registered on the CSD and provide your CSD report.
Company Registration: Submit your Certificate of Incorporation.
Declaration of Interest: You must declare any relationships with ACSA employees or Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs).
Bidder's Disclosure: You must complete SBD 4, declaring if any directors/partners are state employees and confirming independent bidding.
Security Vetting: ACSA is a National Key Point. Bidders may be subject to security vetting, and non-compliance will lead to disqualification.
Ensure all submitted documents remain valid for the contract duration and update ACSA if any expire.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf (RFQ)
Points for Specific Goals are awarded based on your B-BBEE status and ownership.
Additional points (5 each) are available for Black youth majority-owned entities, Black women majority-owned entities, and companies majority-owned by people with disabilities.
Non-compliant contributors receive 0 points.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf
Bid Validity: Your bid must remain valid for 120 business days. Prices must stay firm during this period.
Confidentiality: ACSA will not disclose your bid information to third parties without your approval. You must not disclose tender process information without ACSA's written approval.
ACSA's Rights: ACSA reserves the right to award the whole or part of the tender, split the award, negotiate with bidders, award to a bidder other than the highest scorer, reject the lowest bid, or cancel the tender.
Security Vetting: As a National Key Point, ACSA requires bidders to comply with security vetting. Non-compliance leads to disqualification.
The attached Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement outlines extensive terms for protecting ACSA's confidential information.
Special Conditions
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf (RFQ)
You must complete a Declaration of Interest form, disclosing any relationship (including family) with ACSA employees or evaluation committee members.
You must declare if your company has any Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) and provide details.
You must certify that you have not acted unfairly or unlawfully.
False declarations can lead to bid disqualification or contract termination.
Requirements
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf (RFQ)
You must fully complete SBD 3.3 (Priced Offer).
You must ensure all submitted documents and information remain valid for the contract duration and update ACSA immediately if anything changes.
You must complete SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure Form), declaring state employment of directors and confirming independent bidding.
You must confirm no collusion with competitors and that you were not involved in drafting the tender specifications.
Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers will be disqualified.
Section
Source: RFQ 28660 X-Ray Machines-July.pdf
This section contains the detailed formulae and tables for the 80/20 preference point system, as already summarized in the main evaluationCriteria section.
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.
This tender has strong source evidence, including source metadata and supporting tender information synced from the government tender portal.
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