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
65 Ntemi Piliso Street - Newtown - Johannesburg - 2001
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
06 Jul 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-161446
Johannesburg water invites quotations for the supply and delivery of two high-capacity, popi-compliant office shredders to turbine hall. This RFQ targets suppliers capable of providing shredders meeting strict technical specifications, including cross-cut functionality and jam-free technology, with mandatory compliance and documentation requirements.
Date & Time
Monday, 13 July 2026 - 16:00
Venue
null
Categories
Request for Quotation
65 Ntemi Piliso Street - Newtown - Johannesburg - 2001
06 Jul
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
13 Jul
2026
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Tender closing date
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RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf
Johannesburg Water (SOC Ltd) invites bids for the supply and delivery of **2 office shredders** (POPI-compliant, cross-cut, auto-feed, jam-free) to Turbine Hall. The tender (RFQJW118TN26) closes on **13 July 2026 at 16:00 UTC**, with submissions via the **e-Tender Portal**. Evaluation follows an **80/20 scoring system** (80% price, 20% BBBEE/preference points). Mandatory documents include tax clearance, BBBEE certificate, CSD registration, and a **datasheet** for the shredders.
Median Estimate
R 57 529
Range
Based on 13 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: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdfSupply and deliver 2 office shredders for Johannesburg Water (Turbine Hall). Specifications: POPI-compliant cross-cut (cuts A4 into 400 pieces), auto-feed slot (up to 225 sheets), manual feed slot (up to 10 sheets), jam-free technology, infra-red bin full sensor, shreds staples/paperclips/credit cards, bin size: 60 litres, run time: 30 minutes, cool time: 45 minutes, 2-year warranty. Suppliers must submit a datasheet; failure to do so will result in disqualification.
Important Dates
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 13 July 2026. Closing time: 16:00. RFQ validity period: 60 days from closing date.
Contact Information
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf (RFQ)Supply Chain Management (SCM) Contact: Tlangelani Nkuna, Tel: 011 688 1925, Email: [email protected]. End User Department Contact: Elelloang Fortune Mohlakoana, Tel: 011 688 1859, Email: [email protected]. Submission Address: e-Tender Portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/). Johannesburg Water General Contact: Tel: +27(0)11 688 1400, Fax: +27(0)11 688 1528, Address: Turbine Hall, 65 Ntemi Piliso Street, Newtown, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2107, PO Box 61542. Website: www.johannesburgwater.co.za. POPIA Information Officer: [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf (RFQ)Submit via the e-Tender Portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/). Steps: 1) Search for RFQJW118TN26 under Johannesburg Water. 2) Expand the RFQ details. 3) Start the e-submission process. 4) Log in using CSD credentials (contact [email protected] if forgotten). 5) Select supplier, check submission checklist, and attach all compulsory documents. 6) Confirm and proceed. For portal issues, contact eTenders Contact Centre: +27(0)12 406 9222 / 012 406-9229 / 012 312-5000 or [email protected]. Quotations must be on company letterhead, in PDF format (Word/Excel/pictures not allowed), and received by the closing date/time. Late submissions will not be accepted. Include all applicable taxes in the total quotation value; failure to do so will lead to disqualification. Submit a copy of a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit. Ensure all MBD forms (e.g., MBD 4, MBD 6.1, MBD 8, MBD 9) are completed and signed. Submit a copy of a valid lease agreement or municipal account statement (not older than 3 months, not in arrears for more than 90 days).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf (RFQ)General
Bbbee
Compliance
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf (RFQ)Supply and deliver 2 office shredders with the following specifications: POPI-compliant cross-cut (cuts A4 into 400 pieces), auto-feed slot (up to 225 sheets), manual feed slot (up to 10 sheets), jam-free technology, infra-red bin full sensor, shreds staples/paperclips/credit cards, bin size: 60 litres, run time: 30 minutes, cool time: 45 minutes, 2-year warranty. Suppliers must submit a datasheet for the proposed shredder; failure to do so will result in disqualification. Delivery costs must be included in the bid price. Delivery basis and period must be specified.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdfCompetitors are defined as any individual or organization (affiliated or not) that: has been requested to submit a bid, could potentially submit a bid based on qualifications/abilities/experience, or provides the same goods/services as the bidder. Bidders must ensure their submission aligns with these definitions where applicable.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdfPricing schedule must be submitted for firm prices only; non-firm prices will not be accepted. Include all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, skills development levies) in the total bid price. Submit a separate pricing schedule for each delivery point if applicable. Municipal rates and taxes must not be in arrears for more than 90 days (regulation 38). Bid price must be in RSA currency.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf (RFQ)Only firm prices will be accepted; non-firm prices (e.g., subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered. Total quotation value must be inclusive of all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, skills development levies). Submit a separate pricing schedule for each delivery point if applicable. Offer must be valid for 60 days from the closing date. Municipal rates and taxes must not be in arrears for more than 90 days (regulation 38).
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf (RFQ)Compulsory documents: Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or valid SARS PIN, certified/original/valid B-BBEE certificate or compliant sworn affidavit (non-compliant affidavits score zero), municipal rates and taxes clearance (not older than 90 days in arrears), signed Declaration of Interest (MBD 4), Declaration of Bidder’s Past Supply Chain Management Practices (MBD 8), Certificate of Independent Bid Determination (MBD 9), proof of CSD registration/MAAA supplier number, Preference Points Claim Form (MBD 6.1), company registration documents with ID copies of directors/shareholders. Quotations must be on company letterhead. No bids from persons in the service of the state or blacklisted by National Treasury. Joint Venture Agreements (if applicable) must be properly signed by all parties. All MBD forms must be duly completed and signed.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdfContract is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act of 2000 and PPPFA Regulations 2022, General Conditions of Contract (GCC), and any special conditions of contract. Offer must be valid for 60 days from closing date. All delivery costs must be included in the bid price. Delivery basis and period must be specified. Acceptance of quotation is subject to Johannesburg Water’s Supply Chain Policy. Bid rigging is prohibited; reasonable steps are taken to prevent it. Certificate of Independent Bid Determination (MBD 9) must be completed and submitted with the bid.
Section
Source: RFQJW118TN26 - OFFICE SHREDDERS.pdf80/20 point scoring system applies. 80 points for price (lowest acceptable tender scores highest). 20 points for specific goals (e.g., B-BBEE compliance, SMME status). Points for specific goals must be claimed via MBD 6.1 and supported by valid documentation (e.g., B-BBEE certificate, affidavit). Non-compliant affidavits score zero. Failure to submit proof for specific goals will result in zero points for that category. Organ of state may request substantiation of claims at any time.
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.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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
Johannesburg WaterContact Person
Tlangelani Nkuna
Phone
011-688-1574
[email protected]
Address
65 Ntemi Piliso Street - Newtown - Johannesburg - 2001
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
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Last checked
07 Jul 2026
AI status
Enhanced
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