Frequently Asked Questions — RFP181.2026: Develop Phase 2 DBSA dlab SROI Framework & Site Assessment – National Professional Services Tender

Question 1

What are the submission requirements for this tender (Ref: )?

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Returnable Documents: Supplier Database (CSD) Summary Report: 7 Working, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND METHODOLODY 100% (25% Qualifications, 55% Skills and Experience and, The bidder's proposed project team must possess the relevant qualifications, technical expertise and professional

Question 2

How will bids be evaluated?

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Criteria and Functional Evaluation and Folder 2 - Price / Financial Proposal Functional Evaluation Criteria. based on its overall performance used to claim points in terms of regulation 6 and 7 of the Stage 1: Responsiveness 1: Functionality and returnable submission separate from Pre-Qualifier Y Only those Bidders which satisfy all the Pre-Qualifying Criteria of the First Stage will all the Pre-Qualifying Criteria of the First Stage will not be evaluated further. 26.2 Second Stage – Functional Criteria system. The technical score will be calculated out of 100 points, and only those bids that achieve a threshold of 70 points for the technical proposal will move to the next level of evaluation where a score for price and BBBEE. developmental impact evaluation, and the monetisation of social outcomes. The team must demonstrate expertise in 1.12 Evaluation Criteria means the criteria set out under the clause 26 (Evaluation Process) of this Points Assessment (where applicable). 1.16 PPPFA means the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000. 1.17 PPPFA Regulations means the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022 published in terms of the PPPFA. safety, health, quality control or environment, or having committed a serious and 26. EVALUATION PROCESS 26.1.1 First Stage – Test for administrative Responsiveness (Score 100) The minimum threshold for the presentation evaluation for stage 2 is 70 points. 26.2.1 A minimum of 70 points out of a possible 100 points for the functional evaluation will qualify the Bid to move on to the third stage of evaluation, which is price and preferential point’s evaluation. Bidders that do not score

Question 3

What are the technical specifications?

Accepted Answer

OF BID: DBSA DLAB PROGRAMME SOCIAL RETURN ON INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AND ASSESS THE SOCIAL RETURN OF DLAB SITES. ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS

Question 4

What compliance and legal requirements must bidders meet?

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Experience will be calculated based on experience = 15 combined average of the project team. Company Company must submit reference letters of 0 to 2 references 15 11 Reference Letters relevant work completed over the last 10 provided = 0 (Company years. Experience) 3 references with all The bidder must provide examples of information provided = programmes/projects where they 11 successfully delivered end-to-end development of a feasibility studies, 4+ references with all research and similar services, with information provided = reference letters from client’s within the 15 following sectors State Owned Entities, Development Finance Institutions, and/ or Development Organisations Reference letters must state the following Professional/company name of client Contact person. Contract value. Were services completed successfully and satisfactory RFP181.2026: APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO DEVELOP PHASE 2 OF THE DBSA DLAB PROGRAMME SOCIAL RETURN ON INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AND ASSESS THE SOCIAL RETURN OF DLAB SITES. METHODOLOGY (WEIGHTING 20%) The proposal must be provide detailed comprehension, approach, and methodology. Methodology and 20 Points – Excellent 20 14 - Methodology outlines the review of the Technical - Provides a Approach existing DLAB Programme SROI comprehensive Framework, strengthening of the existing methodology covering all five workstreams. DLAB Programme SROI Framework, Clearly explains the assess the social value created across the review and enhancement five (5) DLAB sites, as well as provide of the SROI Framework, site assessments, practical recommendations to strengthen consolidated social value programme design, implementation and assessment, and impact measurement recommendations. Demonstrates a robust approach to stakeholder Provides a detailed, clear, comprehensive, engagement, data and well-structured methodology. collection, impact monetisation, SROI Demonstrates an exceptional calculation, sensitivity understanding of the DLAB Programme, testing, and scalability its objectives, and the complex systems across the DLAB Programme. that drive development impact. Presents a logical, Clearly explains the proposed social value practical, and evidence- measurement techniques, including based implementation approach. indicators, data sources, and analytical frameworks. 14 Points – Good Provides a robust attribution analysis - Provides a methodology covering most scope approach, including causal pathways, requirements. assumptions, and contribution - Demonstrates a assessment methodologies. reasonable understanding of the - Includes a comprehensive sensitivity DLAB Programme and testing and scenario analysis framework to SROI principles. test assumptions and outcomes. - Addresses framework enhancement, site - Demonstrates a clear and practical assessments, and social methodology for assessing infrastructure value measurement but investments alongside operational lacks sufficient detail in key areas such as impact investments. monetisation, sensitivity Clearly articulates scalability testing, scalability, and considerations and how the methodology implementation. can be applied across different 0 Points – Poor programme interventions. Provides an incomplete, Presents a logical, practical, and inadequate, or irrelevant evidence-based approach to delivering the methodology. Fails to adequately assignment. address the SROI Framework enhancement, site RFP181.2026: APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO DEVELOP PHASE 2 OF THE DBSA DLAB PROGRAMME SOCIAL RETURN ON INVESTMENT FRAMEWORK AND ASSESS THE SOCIAL RETURN OF DLAB SITES. assessments, social value assessment, or recommendations. Does not demonstrate a clear understanding of the DLAB Programme, SROI methodology, implementation approach, or scope requirements. Minimum Threshold 70 Total 100 Note: Only bidders who meet the minimum threshold will be shortlisted for presentations. Presentation Evaluation (Submission and Presentation) EVALUATION AREA EVALUATION CRITERIA WEIGHTING Bidders must deliver an interactive 70 presentation that demonstrates their understanding of the DLAB Programme, as The bidder has little or has not contained in the briefing document. demonstrated understanding of the DLAB Programme and the required SROI Framework Refer to Section 3 for the outline of what for the Programme. Poor must be covered Presentation did not provide (Score 0) proof of the scope of work required, and the applicability to the DLAB SROI Model is not clear. The bidder has demonstrated limited understanding of the DLAB Programme and the required SROI Framework requirements for the Adequate Programme. (Score 60) Presentation provided poor applicability of the scope of work required, and the applicability to the DLAB SROI Model is not clear. The bidder has sufficiently demonstrated understanding of the DLAB Programme and the required SROI Framework Good requirements for the (Score 70) Programme. Applicability of the scope of work required, and the appli…

Question 5

What are the important dates and deadlines for this tender?

Accepted Answer

{"closingDate":"19 October 2026","closingTime":"23H55","briefingSession":"{\"date\":\"2 October 2026\",\"time\":\"13h00 am\",\"venue\":\"13h00 am via Microsoft Teams\",\"is_compulsory\":true}"}

Question 6

Who should be contacted for queries about this tender?

Accepted Answer

{"name":"EMAIL ADDRESS","email":"lihlescm@dbsa.org","phone":null,"department":null,"address":"erested in this"}

Rfp181.2026: Develop phase 2 DBSA dlab sroi framework & site assessment – national professional services tender

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Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217

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