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RFQ10415546 RRR
Organization
Rand Water
Province
Northern Cape
Closed
19 May 2026
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Important Dates
Source: 10415546 RFQ May 2026 final.pdfIssue Date: 12 May 2026. Closing Date: 19 May 2026 at 23:59. No compulsory briefing session.
Contact Information
Source: 10415546 RFQ May 2026 final.pdfEnquiries: Sandisile Zulu or Tshepo Morare, Buyer Sourcing Manager. Phone: 011 682 0708. Email: [email protected] or [email protected]. Submission Email: [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: 10415546 RFQ May 2026 final.pdfSubmit bids electronically to [email protected] or [email protected] by 23:59 on 19 May 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted. Use only the official forms provided (do not re-type). Failure to price all items in the pricing schedule will result in disqualification. Bids from state employees, companies with state-employed directors, or close corporations with state-employed members will be disqualified. Clarifications or addenda will be issued no later than one calendar day before the closing date. Returnable documents: SBD 4 Form (signed), Company Resolution Letter, B-BBEE certificate (SANAS/dtic) or sworn affidavit (EMEs/QSEs), and functionality evaluation supporting documents. Missing returnable documents will not disqualify but will score zero for the relevant criterion.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 10415546 RFQ May 2026 final.pdfEvaluation is in two stages: Functionality (100 points, minimum 70% required to proceed) and Price/B-BBEE (80/20 Preferential Point System). Functionality criteria: 1. Previous Related Experience (50 points): Must demonstrate experience in finance transformation with referenceable case studies. Scoring: 0% (no references), 33.3% (3 references), 66.7% (4 references), 100% (>4 references). 2. Human Resource Capacity (20 points): Submit a detailed organogram with roles, responsibilities, CVs, and track record of supporting senior finance executives. Scoring: 0% (no organogram), 33.3% (inadequate), 66.7% (partially adequate), 100% (fully adequate). 3. Tools and Frameworks Resource Capacity (25 points): Submit documentation on finance-focused research content, tools, and frameworks. Scoring: 0% (no submission), 33.3% (minimal capacity, links to 5 data sources), 66.7% (meets scope with gaps, links to 5-10 sources), 100% (fully meets scope, links to >10 sources). 4. Work Breakdown/Schedule (5 points): Submit a detailed project plan with milestones. Scoring: 0% (no submission), 33.3% (unclear), 66.7% (unrealistic duration), 100% (acceptable duration). Price (80 points) and B-BBEE (20 points) are evaluated separately. B-BBEE points: Level 1 (20), Level 2 (18), Level 3 (14), Level 4 (12), Level 5 (8), Level 6 (6), Level 7 (4), Level 8 (2), Non-compliant (0).
Technical Specifications
Source: 10415546 RFQ May 2026 final.pdfScope: Provide research and advisory services to support Rand Water’s Finance Division in transitioning to a future-fit, insights-driven, and digitally enabled operating model. Core services required: 1. Strategic Finance Advisory: Best practices and transformation roadmaps. 2. Technology Insights & ERP Optimization: Automation (RPA, blockchain, process mining), tech deployment, Oracle/ERP guidance. 3. Governance, Risk & Audit Advisory: Internal controls, compliance, audit modernization (e.g., BarnOwl). 4. Operating Model Redesign: Agile principles, Shared Services, CoEs, performance systems. 5. Data & Analytics Maturity: BI tools, dashboards, data governance. 6. Talent Development: Competency models, leadership frameworks, upskilling. 7. On-Demand Research Tools: Portals, toolkits, maturity models, peer insights. 8-19. Additional focus areas: AI in Finance, metrics/storytelling, cost management, growth planning, CFO leadership, transformation leadership, digital finance maturity, fintech roadmap, M&A, sustainability reporting. Service Provider Requirements: Must be an established research organization with a verifiable client base of over 5,000 enterprises. Must provide 2 user licenses.
Financial Requirements
Source: 10415546 RFQ May 2026 final.pdfComplete the pricing schedule with unit prices, quantities, and estimated delivery periods for: 1. Annual Research and Advisory access, 2. User Licenses, 3. Conferences and peer meetings, 4. ERP/Tech Advisory (Oracle, CaseWare, etc.), 5. Objective technology research and insights, 6. Talent Development/Competency Framework, 7. Management research and best practices, 8. Benchmarks and diagnostics, 9. Access to experts, 10. Toolkits and guides. Include VAT and total cost (VAT included). Fixed pricing applies unless otherwise agreed in writing. Payment terms and guarantees are not specified in the document.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 10415546 RFQ May 2026 final.pdfMandatory: VAT Registration Number, Central Supplier Database (CSD) compliance, Tax Compliance Status, CIDB Grading (MAAA), B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate (SANAS Approved) or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs and QSEs) or dtic B-BBEE Certificate. SBD 4 Form (Declaration of Interest) must be completed and signed. Company Resolution Letter (proof of authority) required. Bidders listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers will be disqualified. State employees or entities with state-employed directors/members are ineligible. B-BBEE minimum level is not explicitly stated as a disqualifier, but non-compliance scores zero for B-BBEE points.
Important Dates
Source: Technical Returnable Schedules.pdfExpected delivery date must be specified in days or months as part of the project programme submission. No other dates are provided in the document.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Technical Returnable Schedules.pdfSubmit the following returnable documents: 1) Record of previous work experience: Provide details of at least 3 completed projects similar to the RFQ scope, including project title, detailed scope of work, client name, contract number, contract value (excl. VAT), award date, and contact details (name, position, tel, cell, fax, email) of a reference at the client company. References must be contactable and willing to verify performance. Rand Water may inspect works to verify quality. 2) Human resources capacity: Provide a company organogram, clearly indicating human resources dedicated to this contract. 3) Equipment resource capacity: List major items of relevant equipment (owned, leased, hired, or planned for purchase/lease/hire) available for this contract, including description, quantity, and capacity/size. 4) Project programme: Specify total duration (tick once-off or short/medium-term) and expected delivery date in days/months. Include a task breakdown table with task number, duration (days), task name, start/finish dates, resources, and comments. All documents must be signed by or on behalf of the supplier with a date.
Technical Specifications
Source: Technical Returnable Schedules.pdfScope: Research and advisory services for the finance environment. Bidders must demonstrate: 1) Previous work experience: At least 3 completed projects similar in scope to the RFQ, with verifiable references and inspectable work quality. 2) Human resources capacity: Company organogram with clear indication of resources dedicated to this contract. 3) Equipment capacity: Relevant equipment (owned, leased, hired, or planned) available for the contract, including descriptions, quantities, and capacities. 4) Project programme: Clear timeline for delivery, including task durations, start/finish dates, and resource allocation.