Corner Artillery and Henley Road - Auckland Park - Johannesburg - 2006
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
23 Jul 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-163284
Summary
The south african broadcasting corporation (SABC) is requesting proposals for the supply and installation of new smpte hybrid camera fibre cables and connectors to replace existing cables for its TV outside broadcast units. This tender is for suppliers who can provide specialised broadcast cables, connectors, and associated installation services. Bidders must be authorised distributors or resellers of the required oem products.
Key Requirements
A valid letter of authority from the OEM/distributor to resell the products in South Africa, not older than one year from the closing date, is mandatory for submission.
Bids must be submitted electronically to [email protected] by 12:00 noon on 14 August 2026, with financial and technical documents in separate PDF attachments.
Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide a SARS tax compliance PIN; contracts will not be awarded if tax or TV licence matters are not in order.
Technical compliance is evaluated first (39 points maximum); bidders must score all points by providing a point-by-point 'Comply' response with references for each item in the specification.
B-BBEE compliance is required: EMEs and 51% black-owned QSEs must submit a sworn affidavit, while others must submit a valid B-BBEE certificate from a SANAS-accredited agency.
Pricing must be in South African Rand, inclusive of all costs and VAT, fixed for the first year, and include a detailed schedule of quantities.
The evaluation uses an 80/20 preference point system after passing technical and functionality phases, with specific goals for SMME and black ownership.
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Important Dates
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf (RFP)
Important Dates
23 Jul
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
14 Aug
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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Core procurement rules
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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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2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf
The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is seeking a supplier for the purchase and installation of new SMPTE Hybrid camera fibre cables and connectors to replace existing infrastructure across multiple Outside Broadcast (OB) units. The tender involves a detailed technical specification for cables, connectors, panel mounts, and related accessories, with a multi-phase evaluation process.
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Bid closing date and time: 14 August 2026 at 12:00 noon.
Non-compulsory briefing session: 4 August 2026 at 10:00 AM via Microsoft Teams.
Clarification queries deadline: 3 days before bid closing date (11 August 2026).
Bid validity period: 180 days from closing date.
Contact Information
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf (RFP)
Physical address for enquiries: Tender Office, SCM Division, Radio Park Office Block, Henley Road, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Unauthorised communication with other SABC staff regarding this bid is prohibited and may lead to disqualification.
Submission Guidelines
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf (RFP)
Submit electronically to [email protected]. Email subject must include Bidder’s Name, Tender No (RFP/TVO/2026/10251983/16) and Tender Title.
Submit at least 30 minutes before closing time (14 August 2026 at 12:00 noon). Late submissions will not be considered.
Submission must be in protected PDF format. Financial/pricing information must be in a separate attachment from technical/functional response.
All pages of the RFP document must be completed, signed, and initialled.
Mandatory documents required for submission (non-submission leads to disqualification):
Valid letter of authority from OEM/distributor to resell products in South Africa (not older than one year from closing date).
CSD registration details.
SARS compliance PIN.
Original or certified copy of valid B-BBEE certificate from SANAS-accredited verification agency (or sworn affidavit for EMEs and 51% black-owned QSEs confirming turnover and black ownership).
Proof of valid TV licence statement for company, shareholders, and directors (or affidavit if no licence).
Certified copies of company registration document, shareholders’ certificates, and ID documents of directors/members.
A detailed schedule of quantities with itemised descriptions, quantities, and unit prices must be included.
Bids not received in the specified manner and by the specified time will be rejected.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf (RFP)
Valid, current (not older than one year) OEM/distributor authorization letter to resell the products in South Africa (MANDATORY for disqualification). 2. Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration. 3. Valid SARS Tax Compliance PIN and proof of tax matters in order. 4. Valid BBBEE Certificate (from SANAS-accredited agency) or sworn affidavit for EMEs/QSEs confirming turnover and black ownership. 5. Proof of valid TV License or affidavit for the company, shareholders, and directors. 6. Certified copies of company registration, shareholders' certificates, and directors' IDs. 7. Compliance with SABC's ethical policies, including cooling-off periods for former employees/contractors/board members.
Technical Specifications
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf (RFP)
Scope: Supply and installation of new SMPTE hybrid camera fibre cables and connectors to replace existing cables for TV Outside Broadcast.
Deliverables include:
220 x 300m hybrid SMPTE fibre optic camera cables.
440 x hybrid SMPTE fibre optic camera cable connectors.
440 x camera cable connector shock protectors.
440 x dust caps.
Panel mount connectors for Sony CCUs and cameras (quantities specified).
316 x hybrid SMPTE fibre optic panel mount connectors (fly leads).
12 x hybrid elimination devices (SHED).
Training on repairs/replacement of connectors and repair kit.
Technical response format: Point-by-point response required, stating "Comply" or "Non-Comply" for each item in the specification table, with supporting references. "Partially Comply" or non-detailed responses are non-compliant.
Mandatory requirement: Valid letter of authority from OEM/distributor to resell products in South Africa.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf
Previous experience assessed via reference letters from clients describing similar work, with contactable references.
Scoring: More than 3 letters = 20 points, 2 letters = 15 points, 1 letter = 10 points, 0 letters = 5 points.
Reference letters must be on client letterhead.
Pricing Schedule
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf
Financial/pricing information must be submitted in a separate PDF attachment from technical/functional response.
Bidders must provide detailed cost breakdown (unit and total pricing) in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT, taxes, import duties, and shipping.
Refer to Annexure A for tender price summary format.
Financial Requirements
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf (RFP)
Pricing must be in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT, with VAT shown separately.
Prices must be fixed for the first year, subject to CPI increase thereafter.
Prices must include all costs: delivery, installation, integration, testing, taxes, duties, customs, inland transport, packaging, bonds, and returnable packaging credit if applicable.
Local suppliers quoting in foreign currency must convert to Rand, indicate exchange rate, and provide justification.
Payment terms: 60–90 days from invoice date.
Payment in foreign currency will be via telegraphic/wired bank transfer; bidder must provide bank details.
Bidders must provide a detailed cost breakdown (schedule of quantities) with unit and total pricing as per Annexure A.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf (RFP)
Mandatory for all bidders:
Valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration. No contract awarded without CSD registration.
Tax compliance: SARS PIN required. No contract awarded if tax matters not in order.
TV licence compliance: Proof of valid TV licence statement for company, shareholders, and directors (or affidavit if no licence).
B-BBEE requirements:
EMEs and 51% black-owned QSEs: Submit sworn affidavit confirming annual turnover (≤R10 million for EMEs, R10–50 million for QSEs) and black ownership percentage.
Other bidders: Submit original/valid B-BBEE certificate from SANAS-accredited verification agency.
IRBA-accredited auditors are not allowed to issue B-BBEE certificates.
Fronting or misrepresentation is a criminal offence and may lead to disqualification, blacklisting, and legal action.
Additional required documents:
Certified copy of company registration document.
Certified copy of shareholders’ certificates.
Certified copy of ID documents of directors/members.
Local content: For locally designed/manufactured equipment, state local content percentage and submit supporting documentation.
Contractual Terms
Source: 2026RFP- Purchase and Installation of camera cables for TV Outside Broadcast (002).pdf
Contract duration: Bid remains valid for 180 days from closing date.
SABC reserves right to monitor contract execution, including changes in company control or directors, and must be notified of any subcontracting.
Warranty: Bidder must replace defective items or refund costs if goods fail to meet specifications within contract period, including transport costs.
Risk and insurance: Bidder must provide liability insurance and is responsible for losses due to negligence.
Assignment: Bidder cannot cede rights or delegate obligations without prior written SABC approval.
Compliance with SABC policies: No procurement from employees, former employees (within 24 months), independent contractors, or board members (within cooling-off periods). Zero tolerance for fraud/corruption; report via whistle-blower hotline 0800 372 831.
SABC may cancel bid, reject all bids, award contract in part or to multiple suppliers, or make no award.
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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