45 Silwerboom Avenue - Plattekloof - Cape Town - 7500
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
18 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-159369
Summary
The perishable products export control board (ppecb) seeks to appoint a qualified security service provider to supply, install, monitor, and maintain a new alarm system with 24/7 armed response services for its robertson office (12 paul kruger street) for a three-year term, renewable for two additional years. The contract requires round-the-clock monitoring, rapid armed response within 10-15 minutes, and strict compliance with psira, csd, and b-bbee regulations.
Key Requirements
Mandatory PSIRA registration for the bidder and all deployed security personnel, with valid certificates required. - Attendance at the mandatory site visit on 23 June 2026 (11:00 AM–12:00 PM); failure to attend disqualifies the bid. - 24/7 operational control room for monitoring alarms, with 10–15 minute armed response time to the Robertson office. - Proof of regional presence within a 100 km radius (e.g., utility bill or lease agreement) and at least one marked, armed response vehicle. - Submission of all compliance documents: CSD registration, Tax Clearance Certificate/PIN, B-BBEE Certificate/Affidavit, SBD1, SBD4, and SBD6.1. - Firm pricing (VAT-inclusive) valid for 60 days, with invoices submitted within 7 days of delivery. - Minimum 70/100 points in functional/technical evaluation (e.g., experience, references, response vehicles) to proceed to price assessment.
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Description
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf
Important Dates
18 Jun
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
02 Jul
2026
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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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Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
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Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217
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The Perishable Products Export Control Board (PPECB) is seeking a service provider for comprehensive alarm and armed response services at its Robertson office for a 3-year contract with a 2-year renewal option. The tender requires 24/7 monitoring, armed response within 10-15 minutes, equipment maintenance, and compliance with strict regulatory and technical standards.
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The PPECB seeks a security service provider for new alarm and armed response services at its Robertson office (12 Paul Kruger Street) for an initial three-year contract, renewable for two years. The service includes 24/7 monitoring, armed response, system maintenance, and security vetting of personnel.
Important Dates
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Closing Date and Time: 02 July 2026 at 12:00 PM.
Mandatory Site Visit: 23 June 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Arrange with Stephanie Buirman at [email protected]. Failure to attend results in disqualification.
Bid Validity Period: 60 days from the closing date.
Briefing Session
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 23 June 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Arrange with Stephanie Buirman at [email protected]. Non-attendance results in disqualification.
Site Visit Arrangements: Contact Stephanie Buirman at [email protected].
General Enquiries Telephone: 021 930-1134.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Submit your bid via email to [email protected] or via Microsoft OneDrive shared with the same email.
Ensure your submission includes all information and documentation relating to RFQ/ARMEDRESPONSE/2026/ROBERTSON.
Late bids will not be accepted. The PPECB reserves the right to extend the closing date and will inform bidders if this occurs.
The bid validity period is 60 days from the closing date.
Mandatory returnable documents: SBD1 (Invitation to Bid), SBD4 (Bidder’s Disclosure), Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or PIN, Valid B-BBEE Certificate or EME/QSE Affidavit, SBD6.1 (Preference Point Claim Form), and Central Supplier Database (CSD) Registration Report.
Failure to submit all required documents will result in disqualification.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Evaluation is a four-stage process. Failure at any stage leads to disqualification.
Stage 1 – Compliance Evaluation: Bidders must comply with all RFQ terms and submit all returnable documents.
Stage 2 – Mandatory Criteria: Bidders must confirm compliance and provide substantiation for:
Registration with the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) for the bidder and deployed personnel, providing a certified copy of a valid PSIRA certificate.
Attendance at the mandatory site visit on 23 June 2026.
Response Vehicles (15 points): 1 vehicle (5), 2 vehicles (10), 3 or more vehicles (15).
Installation and Warranty (10 points): Details and proof of ability to install and maintain alarm system.
Value Adds (10 points): Additional services beneficial to PPECB.
Stage 4 – Price and Specific Goals:
For bids where the lowest acceptable price is R2,000 or greater, the 80/20 preference point system applies (80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals).
For bids below R2,000, price is the key determinant.
Specific Goals (20 points): Points awarded for B-BBEE status level: EME or QSE (20 points), enterprises with turnover above R50 million (5 points).
Technical Specifications
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Scope: Provision of new alarm and armed response services for the PPECB office at 12 Paul Kruger Street, Robertson, 6705, for a period of three years with an option to renew for two years.
Monitoring Requirements:
Operate a 24/7 functional control room.
Monitor control room transmitter/digital communicator at the client premises.
Monitor disturbances and contact listed persons/institutions for further action.
Reaction Requirements:
Maintain existing patrolling vehicle(s) within a 5-10 km radius for timely response.
Armed response team must be fully uniformed, armed, and in a company-marked vehicle.
Dispatch qualified Reaction Officers in response to emergency calls or alarm signals.
Expected reaction time for alarms: 10-15 minutes from dispatch to arrival.
Provide 24-hour free telephone product support (e.g., SMS facility to report alarms).
Records and Maintenance:
Maintain accurate records for each intruder alarm system and provide upon client request.
Inform PPECB of non-repairable equipment; replace critical system components.
Source all alarm parts/components at market-related prices; all equipment must carry manufacturer warranty.
Develop and maintain a Business Contingency Plan (BCP) for emergency situations.
Service Coverage: Services must be provided 24 hours, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Security Vetting: The PPECB reserves the right to vet the service provider's personnel, including checks on criminal records and identity documents.
Methodology
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Detail your installation process, maintenance capabilities, and reasonable turnaround time for call-outs.
Describe any value-added services beyond the stated scope.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf
Bidders must demonstrate company experience in installation, maintenance, and armed response: 10-15 years (30 points), 5-9 years (20 points), 1-5 years (10 points).
Provide proof of regional footprint within 100 km (utility bill or lease agreement).
Submit references for similar projects (3 references = 15 points).
Provide proof of marked security vehicles (1 vehicle = 5 points, 2 = 10 points, 3+ = 15 points).
Pricing Schedule
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf
Submit firm prices on the SBD 3.1 pricing schedule. Prices must be valid for 60 days.
The 80/20 preference point system applies for bids over R2,000, with 20 points allocated for B-BBEE status (EME/QSE = 20 points, enterprises with turnover above R50m = 5 points).
Financial Requirements
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Pricing must be firm and include VAT. Non-firm prices (including those subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered.
Use the provided Pricing Schedule (SBD 3.1). The offer must be valid for 60 days from the bid closing date.
Payment terms: The PPECB will pay within 30 days of receipt of a correct, undisputed, and properly due statement.
Invoices must reflect the PPECB order number and be submitted within 7 days of delivery.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Registration is mandatory. Include your Master Registration Number in SBD1. Bidders not registered on the CSD at bid closing, or prohibited from doing business with the state, will be disqualified.
Tax Compliance: Submit a valid Tax Clearance Certificate or PIN. For consortia/joint ventures, each party must submit separate proof.
B-BBEE: Submit a valid B-BBEE Certificate or EME/QSE Affidavit to qualify for preference points.
PSIRA Registration: The bidder and all deployed security personnel must be registered with PSIRA. Provide a certified copy of a current, valid PSIRA certificate.
Declaration of Interest: Bidders must fully disclose any existing or potential conflicts of interest.
SBD4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) and SBD6.1 (Preference Point Claim Form) must be completed and submitted.
Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers will be disqualified.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Submit a valid B-BBEE Certificate or EME/QSE Affidavit.
Points allocation under the 80/20 system: EME or QSE = 20 points; enterprises with turnover above R50 million = 5 points.
Health & Safety
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf
Armed response officers must be fully uniformed, armed, and in marked vehicles.
Security vetting of personnel includes criminal record checks.
The service provider must have a Business Contingency Plan for emergencies.
Contractual Terms
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf
The successful bidder is responsible for its work, materials, tools, and equipment.
The PPECB is not liable for bid preparation costs.
The PPECB may cancel the RFQ, not award the contract, or award to multiple suppliers at its discretion.
Standard purchase order terms and conditions apply, covering confidentiality, delivery, quality, payment (30 days), warranties (12 months), intellectual property, indemnity, and dispute resolution.
The bidder consents to the processing and storage of personal information as per POPIA and PPECB policy.
Requirements
Source: Robertson Armed Responses.pdf (RFQ)
Mandatory CSD registration.
Mandatory PSIRA registration for the bidder and security personnel.
Mandatory attendance at the site visit on 23 June 2026.
Evaluation follows a staged process: compliance check, mandatory criteria (PSIRA registration and site visit), functional/technical scoring (100 points, 70-point threshold), and finally price and B-BBEE points using the 80/20 system for bids over R2,000.
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.
45 Silwerboom Ave, Plattekloof 3, Cape Town, 7500, South Africa
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