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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
74 Watermeyer Street - Rentmeester Building - Pretoria - 0183
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-158014
The special investigating unit (siu) seeks a service provider to produce a 1-minute television commercial (tvc) highlighting its nsfas investigations and cost-saving achievements for south africa. The project requires end-to-end production, including multiple cutdowns and dual aspect ratios (16:9 and 9:16), with delivery by 10 july 2026.
Submit your quotation via email to: [email protected]. Failure to use this email address will result in automatic disqualification.
Submit the following returnable documents: A complete production file of the entire production. Provide cutdowns of the commercial in these versions: 1x 15 seconds, 1x 30 seconds, and 1x 1 minute.
[email protected] Nb: only submissions sent to and received from this correct email address on or before closing date and time will be considered.
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74 Watermeyer Street - Rentmeester Building - Pretoria - 0183
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Script Guide for SIU TVC.pdf
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) in Gauteng seeks a service provider to produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works.' The TVC must highlight the SIU’s achievements, particularly the NSFAS investigation, which recovered R2 billion. The production must include multiple cutdowns (15s, 30s, 1m), be shot in 4K (16:9 and 9:16 ratios), and use English as the primary language with vernacular for emphasis. The tone should be serious, hopeful, and sharp, with strong visual metaphors and minimal dialogue. The service provider must handle end-to-end production, provide a production file, and may use limited SIU archives for B-roll, with reenactments permitted where necessary. Usage rights for 1-2 years are required, covering social and traditional media.
Date & Time
Friday, 12 June 2026 - 16:00
Venue
The Special Investigating Unit, Rentmeester Building, 74 Watermeyer street, Meyersparpark, Pretori
03 Jun
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
12 Jun
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Median Estimate
R 2 200 695
Range
Based on 8 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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Explore Our BlogScope: End-to-end production of one (1) Television Commercial (TVC) for the SIU, focusing on the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) investigations. The TVC must highlight the SIU’s work and the money saved for the country.
Deliverables:
Final TVC delivery deadline: 10 July 2026. A production schedule must be submitted alongside the bid.
Inclusions: Quotations must cover all production costs, including:
Required Competencies:
Pricing must include the entire scope of work and all logistics or disbursements required to deliver the final product to the SIU within the set timelines.
Requirements:
Mandatory requirements (failure to comply will result in disqualification):
Additional Compliance:
Point Allocation Breakdown
Compulsory briefing session: 08 June 2026, 10:30–12:00 at Special Investigating Unit, Rentmeester Building, 74 Watermeyer Street, Val-de-Grace, Meyerspark, 0183. Arrive by 10:00 for security processing.
Closing date and time: 12 June 2026 at 16:00.
RFQ validity period: 90 days from the official closing date.
Submission email: [email protected]
SIU Head Office address: 74 Watermeyer Street, Rentmeester Building, Meyerspark, First Floor, 0183
The SIU requires a service provider to produce a Television Commercial (TVC) from end-to-end, covering all phases of production from pre-production to post-production. The TVC must focus on the SIU’s National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) investigations, showcasing the SIU’s work and the financial savings achieved for the country. The final product must be delivered by 10 July 2026.
Evaluation follows the 80/20 preference point system as per the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022. 80 points are allocated for price, calculated using the formula Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin). 20 points are allocated for B-BBEE Status Level of Contributor, with additional points for specific goals such as more than 50% Black ownership. Only responsive bids (meeting all mandatory criteria) will be evaluated. The SIU reserves the right to request samples and may reject the lowest bid if specifications are not met.
Submission must be sent to [email protected]; failure to use this email will result in disqualification. Proposals become SIU property and will not be returned. Service providers must commit to post-support service and ensure CSD Tax Compliance status is verified on the CSD Summary Report. Quotations must be valid for 90 days from the RFQ closing date. All required documents must be submitted on official forms; late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
Quotations must be submitted on company letterhead. All copyright and intellectual property rights rest with the SIU. Bidders must ensure the SIU receives compliant Tax Status documentation. Purchases will be made through an official order form; no goods or services may be delivered before receipt of an official order. Bidders must certify that all information provided is correct and accept SIU’s conditions and procedures. The successful bidder must sign a written contract form (SBD7).
Bidders must have proven experience in Television Commercial production or demonstrate a proven network of service providers to collaborate with for successful production. Provide agreements if applicable. The service provider will be liable for any loss or damage suffered by the SIU due to negligence or intent. Non-compliance with terms may result in contract cancellation.
Price must include the entire scope of work and all logistics required to deliver the final product within the set timelines. Quotation must reflect a detailed cost breakdown, with prices inclusive of VAT. Submit a separate quote on the bidder’s letterhead. Complete the attached pricing schedule; no separate schedules are permitted. All fee rates must be quoted in ZAR and remain firm for the bid period.
Scope: Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU's work in the NSFAS investigation, showcasing the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years (enough to fund 6,000 professionals). The TVC must positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
Deliverables:
Language and Subtitles:
Content and Style:
Core Themes and Imagery:
1. Truth Coming to Light: Hidden corruption exposed. Imagery: Light cutting through darkness, dusty files opened, redacted documents revealing names, flickering light turning on.
2. Accountability & Consequence: Actions have consequences. Imagery: Powerful figure’s silhouette cracking, handcuffs closing subtly, luxury office emptying, chair spinning in an abandoned boardroom.
3. Following the Money: Tracing corruption through financial trails. Imagery: Money flowing like water then freezing, digital transaction lines mapping across SA, cash turning into evidence tags, bank statements morphing into case files.
4. The People vs Corruption: SIU represents public resistance. Imagery: Everyday South Africans (plumber, nurse, town planner), faces looking into the camera, communities contrasted with corruption damage.
5. Restoration & Justice: Recovering stolen funds. Imagery: Money flowing back into communities, lights turning on in clinics/schools, construction restarting, child entering a functional classroom.
6. Relentless Investigation: SIU as methodical and always watching. Imagery: Close-ups of eyes observing, surveillance-style framing, investigators working late, files resolving.
Visual Metaphors:
Tagline and Concept:
Collaboration:
Quote on a 1-2 year usage license for the TVC. The TVC will be used on social media and traditional media platforms.
Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU’s role in the NSFAS investigation. The TVC must showcase the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years, emphasizing that this amount could fund over 6,000 professionals. The goal is to positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU’s role in the NSFAS investigation. The TVC must showcase the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years, emphasizing that this amount could fund over 6,000 professionals. The goal is to positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU’s role in the NSFAS investigation. The TVC must showcase the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years, emphasizing that this amount could fund over 6,000 professionals. The goal is to positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION: 4K Resolution of all content. Shot in 16:9 ratio and 9:16 accounted for.
Access to B-roll and archives: Limited access to SIU archives will be provided for B-roll footage. Bidders must reenact any scenes not available in the archives.
Provide a complete production file of the entire TVC production.
CUTDOWNS OF THE COMMERCIAL: 1x 15 seconds version, 1x 30 seconds version, 1x 1 minute version.
LANGUAGE TO USE IN THE TVC: English should be the main language, vernac can be used to enhance the story. Vernac languages can be the secondary. LANGUAGE TO BE USED + SUBTITLES: English predominantly with vernac for emphasis and minor spots.
Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU’s role in the NSFAS investigation. The TVC must showcase the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years, emphasizing that this amount could fund over 6,000 professionals. The goal is to positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU’s role in the NSFAS investigation. The TVC must showcase the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years, emphasizing that this amount could fund over 6,000 professionals. The goal is to positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU’s role in the NSFAS investigation. The TVC must showcase the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years, emphasizing that this amount could fund over 6,000 professionals. The goal is to positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU’s role in the NSFAS investigation. The TVC must showcase the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years, emphasizing that this amount could fund over 6,000 professionals. The goal is to positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
Produce a Television Commercial (TVC) under the theme 'When the SIU Works' to highlight the SIU’s role in the NSFAS investigation. The TVC must showcase the recovery of R2 billion over 5 years, emphasizing that this amount could fund over 6,000 professionals. The goal is to positively reflect the SIU’s systemic recommendations reforming governance in public service administration.
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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)
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Act 5 of 2000
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Act 12 of 2004
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Act 28 of 2024
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Act 2 of 2000
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Act 3 of 2000
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RFQ for Television Advertorial Production.pdf
The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) in Gauteng is seeking a service provider to produce a Television Commercial (TVC) highlighting the SIU's work on the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) investigations. The TVC must be delivered by 10 July 2026, with variations for different media outlets, including silent cuts and shortened versions. The contract is a once-off service, and the bid will be evaluated using the 80/20 preference point system (price/B-BBEE).
To download these documents and access AI-powered analysis, visit the main tender page.
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Organization
Special Investigation UnitContact Person
Vutivi Manganyi
Phone
012-843-0074
[email protected]
Website
www.siu.org.za/
Address
74 Watermeyer Street, Rentmeester Building, Meyers Park, Val-De-Grace, Pretoria, 0183, South Africa
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
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Last checked
03 Jun 2026
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