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.
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
DF Malan Street - Foreshore - Cape Town - 8000
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
19 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-159707
Artscape, a national cultural institution in the western cape, is requesting quotations for the supply of autocad software. This tender is for suppliers who can provide compatible cad software with specific technical features for use on apple and windows systems. The required goods must be delivered within one week of a purchase order being issued.
Date & Time
Tuesday, 23 June 2026 - 13:00
Venue
null
Categories
Request for Quotation
DF Malan Street - Foreshore - Cape Town - 8000
19 Jun
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
23 Jun
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf
Artscape (Western Cape) invites quotations for AutoCAD software licenses/services under R500,000. The procurement follows public sector regulations, using an 80/20 price-preference evaluation. Key requirements include submission of BBBEE certificate/Sworn Affidavit, SARS details, and completed SBD forms. Delivery is required within one week of PO to Cape Town.
Median Estimate
R 220 000
Range
Based on 9 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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Description
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdfSupply AutoCAD software as per the specified technical requirements for Artscape, a cultural institution under the Public Finance Management Act, 1999. The software must meet all listed technical specifications and be delivered within one week from the purchase order.
Important Dates
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)Closing date and time: 23 June 2026 at 13:00. Goods or services required within one week from purchase order.
Contact Information
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)Technical and Supply Chain Management inquiries: [email protected]. Submission email: [email protected]. Delivery address: D.F. Malan Street, Foreshore, Cape Town.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)Submit all required documents via email to [email protected] by the closing date and time. Required returnable documents: B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit, SARS Number and SARS Status PIN, and completed forms SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD6.2, SBD8, and SBD9. All documents must be in PDF format. Ensure all prices are firm and VAT inclusive. Brochures or catalogues may be submitted with the quotation. Delivery address: D.F. Malan Street, Foreshore, Cape Town. Goods or services must be delivered within one week from purchase order.
Returnable Documents
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)Required documents: B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit, SARS Number and SARS Status PIN, and completed forms SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD6.2, SBD8, and SBD9. All documents must be submitted in PDF format.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)1. Not listed on National Treasury's prohibited suppliers database or Register for Tender Defaulters. 2. No convictions for fraud/corruption in past 5 years. 3. No prior contract termination by organ of state for non-performance in past 5 years. 4. Must be independent bidder (no collusion). 5. Must comply with Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022 (BBBEE scoring).
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)Supply AutoCAD software meeting the following specifications: compatible with Apple and Windows operating systems; capable of creating precise 2D and 3D drawings; pre-loaded with industry-specific toolsets; able to export drawings to PDF; supports auto measurement on drawings; enables comparison of at least two versions of a drawing; allows creation of tables with data and symbols in rows, applying formulas, and linking to spreadsheets; supports saving views by name for easy retrieval.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdfPricing must be provided in a structured table with columns for brand/model (if applicable), quantity, price per unit (incl. VAT), and total (incl. VAT). All prices must be firm and VAT inclusive. Additional rows may be added as needed. Brochures or catalogues may be submitted with the quotation.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)All prices must be firm and VAT inclusive. Pricing must be provided in a structured table format, including brand/model (if applicable), quantity, price per unit (incl. VAT), and total (incl. VAT). Additional rows may be inserted as needed. Brochures or catalogues may accompany the quotation.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit is mandatory. SARS Number and SARS Status PIN are required. Completed forms SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD6.2, SBD8, and SBD9 must be submitted. Bidders must not be listed on the National Treasury’s database of restricted suppliers or the Register for Tender Defaulters. Compliance with the Government Procurement General Conditions of Contract (GCC) of July 2010 is required. Bidders must certify independent bid determination and disclose any conflicts of interest or past supply chain management violations.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdf (RFQ)Preference points are awarded based on B-BBEE status levels: Level 1 = 20 points, Level 2 = 18 points, Level 3 = 14 points, Level 4 = 12 points, Level 5 = 8 points, Level 6 = 6 points, Level 7 = 4 points, Level 8 = 2 points, Non-compliant = 0 points. Bidders must submit valid B-BBEE documentation to claim these points.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdfBidders must accept the Government Procurement General Conditions of Contract (GCC) of July 2010. Non-compliance with contract terms may result in disqualification, contract cancellation, or legal action. All bids must be independently determined without collusion.
Section
Source: RFQ_ Autocad 2026.pdfThe 80/20 price/preference point system applies. Price (80 points) is scored using the formula: Ps = 80 x (1 - (Pt - Pmin) / Pmin). Preference points (20 points) are awarded based on B-BBEE status levels, ranging from 20 points for Level 1 to 0 points for non-compliant contributors. Orders will be placed with the supplier(s) achieving the highest total adjudication points.
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.
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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.
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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.
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Organization
ArtscapeContact Person
Natasja Pietersen
Phone
021-410-9800
[email protected]
Website
www.artscape.co.za/
Address
D.F. Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
1
Last checked
19 Jun 2026
AI status
Enhanced
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D.F. Malan St, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa
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