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
South African Broadcasting Corporation LimitedLocation
Gauteng
Closing Date
09 Jul 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Proposal
Delivery Location
Corner Artillery and Henley Road - Auckland Park - Johannesburg - 2006
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
17 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-159344
The south african broadcasting corporation (SABC) is establishing a panel of professional engineering service providers for ad-hoc advisory and design services to support the maintenance of its nationwide property portfolio over three years. This tender is aimed at qualified engineering consulting firms capable of providing civil, electrical, mechanical, electronics, fire engineering, architectural, and quantity surveying services on an as-and-when-required basis. Selected panel members will be called upon for specific assignments, with NO guaranteed minimum work.
Date & Time
Thursday, 09 July 2026 - 12:00
Venue
Microsoft teams on the tender document
Categories
Request for Proposal
Corner Artillery and Henley Road - Auckland Park - Johannesburg - 2006
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Important Dates
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf (RFP)Contact Information
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf (RFP)Submission Guidelines
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf (RFP)Evaluation Criteria
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf (RFP)Professional Registration
Must have **ECSA-registered engineers** (Pr. Eng/Technologist) for electrical/mechanical disciplines and **SACQSP-registered quantity surveyors**.
Bbee Compliance
Valid **B-BBEE Level** (SANAS-accredited) or sworn affidavit for EMEs/QSEs (turnover β€ R10M or R10MβR50M with 51%+ black ownership).
Tax And Tv License
Must have **SARS tax compliance (PIN)** and valid **TV licenses** (or affidavits) for the company and all directors/shareholders.
Financial Stability
Audited financial statements (last 3 years) or management accounts must demonstrate **financial viability**.
Legal Compliance
No **blacklisting**, fraud, or misrepresentation. Compliance with **anti-corruption laws** and SABCβs cooling-off policies for former employees/board members.
Experience
Minimum **5 yearsβ experience** in engineering consulting (higher scores for 7+ years).
References
At least **3β4 reference letters** from clients (on letterhead, signed, with contact details) for similar projects (max 7 years old).
In House Expertise
Points awarded for **4+ in-house engineering disciplines** (civil, electrical, mechanical, electronics, fire, quantity surveying, architectural).
Human Capital
Must provide **CVs, certified qualifications, and professional registrations** for key personnel (e.g., Pr. Eng, Architects).
Technical Specifications
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf (RFP)Experience & Qualifications
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdfQuality Management
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdfFinancial Requirements
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf (RFP)Compliance Requirements
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf (RFP)Health & Safety
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdfContractual Terms
Source: 26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf17 Jun
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
09 Jul
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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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)
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.
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
26Panel for Professional Engineering Services RFP.pdf
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is seeking to establish a panel of professional engineering service providers for ad-hoc procurement of advisory and design services (civil, electrical, mechanical, electronics, fire, architectural, and quantity surveying) over a three-year period. The tender aims to maintain SABC's nationwide property portfolio, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards. Work will be assigned on a rotational basis based on competitiveness and compliance.
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Organization
South African Broadcasting Corporation LimitedContact Person
Porcia
Phone
011-714-4644
[email protected]
Website
www.sabc.co.za/
Address
Uitsaaisentrum, Johannesburg, 2092, South Africa
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
1
Last checked
17 Jun 2026
AI status
Enhanced
Data conflicts
None detected
This tender has strong source evidence, including source metadata and supporting tender information synced from the government tender portal.
Tenders SA is not the issuing authority. All tenders are automatically synced from the official government tender portal. Always confirm final submission details, closing dates, briefing sessions, eligibility requirements, and documents on the official government portal before applying.
The SABC is South Africa's national public broadcaster, operating television and radio services.
Median Estimate
RΒ 2Β 652Β 189
Range
Based on 3 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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