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.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Issuing Organization
State Information Technology Agency (SITA)Location
Gauteng
Closing Date
24 Nov 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
459 Tsitsa Street, 35 Hamilton Street, 222 Johannes Ramokhoase & John Vorster Drive - Erasmuskloof , Centurion , Arcadia & Pretoria Central - Pretoria - 0105
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
02 Nov 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-176688
The state information technology agency (SITA) requires a service provider to supply and deliver uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to its facilities management and physical security department for a period of 5 years (60 months). Bids are evaluated under the 80/20 preference point system, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals detailed in annexure 1. The contract is subject to a compulsory virtual briefing on 10 november 2026, and bids must be submitted via the SITA supplier oracle ERP portal by 24 november 2026 at 11:00. Bidders must be registered on the csd, hold a valid SARS tax clearance, and submit a valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit to claim preference points.
Compulsory virtual briefing: 10 November 2026 at 13:30 (South African Time) via Microsoft Teams. Meeting ID: 329 096 066 343 925 7, Passcode: cB7nf2Ww. Attendance is mandatory.
Submission deadline: 24 November 2026 at 11:00 (South African Time). Bids must be submitted via the SITA Supplier Oracle ERP portal at www.suppliers.sita.co.za. No manual, email or fax submissions accepted.
Closing date for questions/queries: 17 November 2026 at 16:00.
Bid validity period: 120 days from the closing date.
Mandatory returnables: SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure), SBD 6.1 (Preferential Procurement Claim Form) with supporting evidence, SBD 5 (if imported content), valid SARS tax clearance certificate, proof of B-BBEE status level (certificate or sworn affidavit for EMEs/QSEs), and proof of registration and good standing with the Compensation Fund.
Disqualification risk: Failure to disclose all CSD-registered active companies linked to all directors will lead to disqualification. Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers.
Evaluation: 80/20 preference point system – 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals as per Annexure 1. Failure to submit evaluation returnable documents will result in a lower score but not automatic disqualification.
Tax compliance: Bidders must provide their SARS PIN or submit a hard copy TCS certificate. No bids will be accepted from government employees or companies with directors who are government employees.
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Date & Time
Tuesday, 24 November 2026 - 11:00
Venue
Microsoft Teams
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Categories
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
459 Tsitsa Street, 35 Hamilton Street, 222 Johannes Ramokhoase & John Vorster Drive - Erasmuskloof , Centurion , Arcadia & Pretoria Central - Pretoria - 0105
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Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Bid Specification Document 1.docx (unknown)02 Nov
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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.
RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Bid Specification Document 1.docx
Supply and delivery of uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA Facilities Management and Physical Security Department for a period of five years (60 months). The contract covers items such as blouses, suits, jackets, trousers, skirts, Conti suits, protective clothing, and accessories for front desk, administrative, stock controller, maintenance, and physical security staff.
RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Price Schedule for Uniforms 1.xlsx
Supply and delivery of uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA Facilities Management and Physical Security Department for a period of five years (60 months), covering a wide range of ladies' and men's items including formal wear, protective clothing, and accessories, all with SITA branding.
RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdf
Supply and delivery of uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA Facilities Management and Physical Security Department for a five-year period (60 months). The contract is for a single service provider, with bids submitted electronically via SITA's ERP system.
RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Standard Bidding Document.docx
Supply and delivery of uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA's Facilities Management and Physical Security Department for a 5-year period (60 months). The contract will be awarded under the 80/20 preferential procurement system, with price and specific goals determining the score.
RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Fraud awareness notice to all bidders.pdf
Supply and delivery of uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA Facilities Management and Physical Security Department for a period of 5 years (60 months).
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Publication date: 2 November 2026
Compulsory virtual briefing session: 10 November 2026 at 13:30 (South African Time) via Microsoft Teams. Meeting ID: 329 096 066 343 925 7, Passcode: cB7nf2Ww, Join link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3290960663439257?p=39qHjkMwb15OCMePSe
Closing date for questions/queries: 17 November 2026 at 16:00
RFB closing: 24 November 2026 at 11:00 (South African Time)
RFB validity period: 120 days from closing date
Contact Information
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Bid Specification Document 1.docx (unknown)Vendor/Supplier registration queries: [email protected]
ERP queries: [email protected]
Self-registration link for ERP portal: https://Suppliers.Sita.Co.Za/Oa_Html/Oa.Jsp?Page=/Oracle/Apps/Pos/Onboard/Webui/Prospregpg&Oahp=Pos_Guest_Reg_Hp&Oasf=Pos_Suppreg_Register&Oapb=Pos_Isp_Brand&Ouid=Cb0fa7c16c8d33f8
The bid submission is via the SITA-Supplier Oracle ERP Portal at www.suppliers.sita.co.za (not a physical address).
Delivery addresses: SITA Building, 459 Tsitsa Street, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria; SITA Building, 1 John Vorster Drive, Centurion; SITA Beta: 222 Johannes Ramokhoase, Pretoria; SITA Numerus, 35 Hamilton Street, Arcadia, Pretoria.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Bid Specification Document 1.docx (unknown)Submission method: The bid must be submitted via the SITA-Supplier Oracle ERP Portal at www.suppliers.sita.co.za. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Returnable documents:
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Bid Specification Document 1.docx (unknown)Evaluation stages (must pass each to proceed):
Stage 1 — Mandatory Administrative Responsiveness: compulsory briefing attendance and CSD registration.
Stage 2 — Technical Mandatory Requirements: compliance with all technical mandatory requirements (ISO 9001, experience, Annex B, SCC acceptance). Failure = "NOT COMPLY".
Stage 3 — Presentation / Demonstration (Proof of Concept): samples evaluated. Scoring scale: 0 (no samples), 1 (poor), 3 (good), 5 (excellent). Weighting: samples 100%. Minimum threshold: 60% cumulative to proceed.
Stage 4 — Special Conditions of Contract verification: must accept ALL SCC.
Stage 5 — Price and Preference Points: 80/20 system (80 price, 20 specific goals) for contracts up to R50,000,000 (VAT incl.).
Points allocation: Price 80, Preference specific goals 20, Total 100.
Preference points are allocated per the B-BBEE contributor level and ownership characteristics (Table 12). Max 20 points.
Bidders must sustain or improve their B-BBEE level for the contract duration.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Bid Specification Document 1.docx (unknown)Scope: supply and delivery of uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA Facilities Management and Physical Security Department for 5 years (60 months).
Staff categories: front desk (corporate wear), administrators (corporate wear), stock controllers (uniforms and dust coats), maintenance staff (protective clothing/Conti-suits), physical security (corporate wear).
Compliance: must comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act (85 of 1993).
All items must use SITA Pantone colours and embroidered SITA logo (full colour, left-hand side); name embroidery on Conti-suits.
Samples must be pre-approved by SITA originator and SITA Marketing.
Approximately 43 items (ladies and men's) with estimated yearly quantities, e.g. formal shirts, suits, trousers, jackets, Conti-suits (flame retardant for men and ladies), denim, T-shirts, dust coats, reflective vests, name badges.
Deliverables and timeline: samples within 2 weeks of official order; all uniforms delivered within 8 weeks of official order.
Hour of work for fitting/measurements: weekdays 08:30–14:30, by prior arrangement.
Bidder must confirm sizes per building, perform adjustments, maintain quality.
Branding change: if SITA logo/branding changes during contract, supplier notified before order.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Bid Specification Document 1.docx (unknown)Pricing must be VAT inclusive in South African Rand (ZAR).
Total price must cover the entire scope, including delivery, labour, S&T, overtime, all accessories and upgrades.
Pricing Schedule A must be completed in the provided Excel spreadsheet format; other formats not considered.
SITA reserves the right to negotiate pricing with the successful bidder prior to award.
80/20 preference point system applies (up to R50 million).
Preference points: 20 for specific goals (B-BBEE and ownership).
No bid security or guarantee explicitly mentioned; warranty of goods: 12 months after delivery and acceptance; defective items replaced within 3 days of written notice.
Possible penalty of 1% of annual spend if bidder fails to meet preferential procurement commitments.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Bid Specification Document 1.docx (unknown)CSD registration: mandatory - only bidders registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) per Instruction Note 4A of 2016/17 will be considered.
ISO 9001: bidder must have valid ISO 9001 certification (own or via supplier/manufacturer agreement with certificate).
B-BBEE: valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS accredited) or sworn affidavit (CIPC format for EMEs/QSEs) required to claim preference points; CIPC registration documents used to confirm compliance.
Tax compliance: valid tax clearance certificate required (for company security screening).
Company and personnel security screening may be required by State Security Agency (SSA); if failed, contract terminated.
Security clearance (Confidential, Secret or Top Secret) may be required for employees.
Sub-contracting not allowed.
Company must have business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
Description
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Price Schedule for Uniforms 1.xlsxSupply and delivery of uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to the SITA Facilities Management and Physical Security Department over a five-year (60-month) term. The requirement covers ladies' and men's corporate wear, formal wear, workwear and protective clothing, made up in SITA Pantone colours with SITA logo embroidery where specified.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Price Schedule for Uniforms 1.xlsx (unknown)Returnable document
Technical Specifications
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Price Schedule for Uniforms 1.xlsx (unknown)Scope
Ladies' items (quantity per year)
Men's items (quantity per year)
Financial Requirements
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Price Schedule for Uniforms 1.xlsx (unknown)Pricing format
Description
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Standard Bidding Document.docxThe tender is for the appointment of a service provider to supply and deliver uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA's Facilities Management and Physical Security Department for a period of 5 years (60 months). The detailed scope, quantities and specific goals are set out in Annexure 1 (Bid Specification).
Contact Information
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Standard Bidding Document.docx (unknown)Enquiries (technical and general):
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Standard Bidding Document.docx (unknown)Submission method: Bids must be submitted in accordance with the instructions in SBD 1. Bidders must ensure all submission requirements are met by the closing time.
Returnable forms (all must be completed, signed and submitted):
Failure to disclose all CSD-registered active companies linked to directors will lead to disqualification.
Failure to submit evaluation returnable documents will lead to a lower score but not automatic disqualification.
Bids must be prepared in English.
Any amendments to the bid document must be clearly marked on a separate letter; unauthorised changes are disregarded.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Standard Bidding Document.docx (unknown)Preference point system: 80/20.
Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Bidders must have a valid tax clearance certificate from SARS.
Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers.
Bidders must disclose all CSD-registered active companies linked to all directors; failure leads to disqualification.
Bidders must comply with specific goals stated in Annexure 1.
Sub-contracting: if any portion is sub-contracted, details must be provided in the designated table.
Evaluation returnable documents: failure to submit will score low but not necessarily disqualify.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Standard Bidding Document.docx (unknown)Contract duration: 5 years (60 months) for the supply and delivery of uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA Facilities Management and Physical Security Department.
Specific scope and quantities are detailed in Annexure 1 (Bid Specification), referenced as the source of technical requirements.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFB 3302-2026 (539010) - Standard Bidding Document.docx (unknown)Central Supplier Database: registration is mandatory.
Tax clearance: valid tax clearance certificate from SARS required.
B-BBEE: bidder must provide proof of B-BBEE status level (certificate, sworn affidavit, or other prescribed requirement).
Compensation Fund: bidder must be registered and in good standing under the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (Act 13 of 1993).
SBD 4: disclosure of any interest in other enterprises and any relationship with state employees.
Description
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdfAppointment of a service provider to supply and deliver uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA's Facilities Management and Physical Security Department for a period of five years (60 months).
Important Dates
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdf (TENDER)Compulsory virtual briefing session: 10 November 2026 at 13:30.
Closing date and time: 24 November 2026 at 11:00.
Queries must be submitted in writing to [email protected].
Contact Information
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdf (TENDER)Enquiries
ERP guidelines
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdf (TENDER)Submission method: electronic only, through SITA's ERP system.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdf (TENDER)Evaluation is not detailed in the document. Administrative pre-qualification requires CSD registration and complete, correct submission via the ERP system.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdf (TENDER)Appointment of a service provider to supply and deliver uniforms, corporate wear and protective clothing to SITA's Facilities Management and Physical Security Department.
Contract period: five (5) years (60 months).
Bidders must supply the full range of items as detailed in the bid documentation (not provided in the extract).
Financial Requirements
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdf (TENDER)Pricing schedule must be completed in the provided Excel format,
Each line-item price must be recorded in the ERP system as part of the submission.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdf (TENDER)CSD registration is a mandatory pre-qualification requirement; bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and keep company details up to date.
Submission must be via the ERP system only, within the stated date and time.
Health & Safety
Source: RFB 539010- RFB 3302-2026 - Invitation to bidder letter.pdfNo health and safety requirements stated in the document.
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.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Address
459 Tsitsa Street, 35 Hamilton Street, 222 Johannes Ramokhoase & John Vorster Drive - Erasmuskloof , Centurion , Arcadia & Pretoria Central - Pretoria - 0105
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High source confidence
Official source
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Documents found
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Last checked
02 Nov 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
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Median Estimate
R 1 743 960
Range
Based on 25 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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