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Issuing Organization
South African National Petroleum CompanyLocation
Western Cape
Closing Date
21 Oct 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
151 Frans Conradie Drive, Parow (PetroSA building) - Parow - Cape Town - 7500
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
30 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-172195
Sanpc requires a service provider to conduct integrated terrain reconnaissance across approximately 1,700 km² in jonglei state, block b2, south sudan, combining satellite remote sensing, uav bathymetry, ground control surveys and geospatial modelling to de-risk logistics for a forthcoming 2d seismic survey. The scope spans high-resolution dtm/dsm generation, flood dynamics analysis, trafficability modelling for heavy vibroseis vehicles, uxo risk mapping, and corridor optimisation in an environment of seasonal flooding, poor infrastructure and security hazards. The single most consequential consideration is the mandatory ms teams briefing on 9 october 2026 — non-attendance disqualifies — combined with a steep 70% minimum technical score and the requirement to price in fixed ZAR while absorbing all in-country mobilisation, security and logistics costs.
Compulsory briefing: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 11:00 via MS Teams; email company name to [email protected] by 10:30 same day to receive link; non-attendance disqualifies, including for JVs where at least one member must attend.
Closing: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 11:00; submit online via www.etenders.gov.za or hand-deliver/courier to SANPC Building, Third Floor Reception, 151 Frans Conradie Drive, Parow, Cape Town 7500; bid validity 120 days.
Technical threshold: Minimum 70% score on functionality evaluation to proceed to price scoring; preference points system 80/20 or 90/10 depending on value.
B-BBEE evidence: Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit required to claim specific goals points; failure to submit results in zero points for specific goals.
CSD and tax: CSD registration mandatory before submission; tax compliance verified via CSD; SBD1 required.
Returnable forms: SBD1, SBD4, SBD8, SBD9, Annexure A (B-BBEE claim), Part 5 proposal form, acquaintance certificates for RFP, general tender conditions and NDA, declaration form, breach of law form.
Scope specifics: ~1,700 km² optical stereo satellite (≤0.5m PAN, DEM ≤30-50cm with ~20 GCPs), SAR flood analysis (2-3 wet-dry seasons), ~150 line-km UAV bathymetry (1-3m floodplains, up to 6-8m swamps), all in dry season (Nov-Mar); outputs in GeoTIFF, ESRI Geodatabase, Shapefile, Petrel-compatible.
Pricing: Fixed price in ZAR inclusive of VAT; must include all mobilisation/demobilisation via Juba, personnel costs, visas, immunisations, fuel, security, equipment insurance; milestone payments from 10% at contract signing to 10% at final report approval.
Experience: Demonstrated comparable projects in remote sensing terrain mapping, UAV echo sounders, SAR flood analysis, preferably in Africa over past 10 years; local South Sudanese subcontractors strongly recommended.
Data ownership: All data and intellectual property generated belongs to SANPC; NDA required before project information shared.
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 21 October 2026 - 11:00
Venue
Via MS TEAMS
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
151 Frans Conradie Drive, Parow (PetroSA building) - Parow - Cape Town - 7500
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Description
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf30 Sept
2026
Tender Published
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21 Oct
2026
Closing Date
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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.
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RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf
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Project: SANPC requires a service provider for an integrated terrain reconnaissance to de-risk 2D seismic survey logistics and operations in Jonglei Sub-Basin, Block B2, South Sudan.
SANPC is a state-owned enterprise formed from merger of PetroSA, iGas, and SFF.
The survey area (~1,700 sq km) in Jonglei State features diverse terrain (savanna, floodplains, wetlands).
The reconnaissance will combine remote sensing, geospatial analytics, limited ground control, and targeted field reconnaissance.
Outputs will support survey design, cost estimation, logistics planning, environmental risk mitigation, and contractor tendering.
SANPC will provide relevant information (ESIA, 2D survey design, UXO maps) after signing NDA.
Outsourcing of domain expertise is permissible.
SANPC recommends including local South Sudanese contractors for area-specific insights.
Important Dates
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)Compulsory briefing session: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 11:00 via MS Teams. Send company names to [email protected] by 10:30 on same day to obtain link. Failure to attend results in disqualification.
Last day for queries: 3 days before closing date (18 October 2026).
Closing date: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 11:00.
Bid validity period: 120 days from closing date.
Briefing Session
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)Compulsory briefing session: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 11:00 via MS Teams.
Send company names to [email protected] by 10:30 on same day to obtain link.
Failure to attend results in disqualification.
For JV/consortium, at least one entity must attend.
Contact Information
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)RFP Contact Person: Lerato Ramabu
Email: [email protected]
Submission address (hand/courier): SANPC Building, Third Floor - Reception, 151 Frans Conradie Drive, Parow, Cape Town 7500
Online submission portal: www.etenders.gov.za
Enquiries must be in writing to the email with reference number SANPC/2026/015.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)Submission method: Two sealed envelopes (Technical and Commercial) each with hard copy and USB flash drive, OR online via National Treasury eTender Portal (www.etenders.gov.za).
Hand delivery: Deposit in tender box at SANPC Building, Third Floor - Reception, 151 Frans Conradie Drive, Parow, Cape Town 7500, weekdays 08h00-16h00.
Courier: Deliver to same address by closing time.
No email or fax submissions.
Late or incorrectly delivered tenders will not be considered.
Returnable documents (all must be completed and signed):
Technical proposal must include: methodology, company profile, project team CVs, equipment list, work plan with Gantt chart, risk mitigation strategy.
Commercial proposal must include: detailed pricing structure in ZAR inclusive of VAT, payment schedule.
Proposals must be submitted as original and one copy (unless electronic).
All returnable documents must be returned with proposal.
Disqualification risks: late submission, incorrect address, missing or unsigned returnable forms, canvassing SANPC officials, collusion, false declarations.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)Evaluation stages:
Preference point system: 80/20 for requirements up to R50 million, 90/10 above R50 million.
Price scoring formula: PS = 80/90
Specific Goals points (max 20 points under 80/20 system):
Failure to submit valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit results in zero for Specific Goals.
Only unconditional discounts considered in evaluation.
Post-tender negotiations may be conducted with preferred tenderers.
Award may be split or cancelled at SANPC's discretion.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)Project: Integrated Terrain Reconnaissance for 2D seismic survey in Jonglei Sub-Basin, Block B2, South Sudan.
Area: ~1,700 sq km in Jonglei State, diverse terrain (savanna, floodplains, wetlands).
Objectives:
Scope components:
Deliverables:
Methodology: Remote-first, ground-light, seasonally intelligent, safety-first, minimal environmental footprint.
Project governance: SANPC Upstream Division, Technical Steering Committee.
Reporting: Kick-off report, monthly progress reports, risk updates, technical review meetings, final integrated report.
Methodology
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdfTechnical proposal must include:
Experience & Qualifications
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdfService provider must have demonstrated experience in comparable projects involving remote sensing terrain mapping, integrated geospatial modelling, UAV bathymetry, SAR flood analysis, preferably in Africa over past 10 years.
Key personnel must include: Remote Sensing Specialist, GIS Analyst, SAR Processing Expert, UAV Operations Specialist, Survey/GNSS Surveyor, Hydrologist/Flood Modelling Specialist, Environmental Specialist, Seismic Field Operations Specialist, Logistics and Access Planning Specialist, Security and UXO Risk Advisor.
An experienced account representative is required to work with SANPC procurement department.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)Pricing: Fixed price in South African Rand (ZAR) inclusive of VAT.
Detailed pricing structure must include:
Payment schedule (milestones):
Exchange and remittance: If payment overseas requested, tenderer must provide exchange rate using SARB rate 7 days before closing. Fixed price offers in ZAR required.
Bid validity period: 120 days.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)CSD registration: Must register on National Treasury's Central Supplier Database before submitting bid. Foreign suppliers with no local registered entity exempt.
Tax compliance: Must be compliant with tax legislation and remain compliant for contract term. SARS tax compliance status verified through CSD.
B-BBEE: Must submit valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit to claim specific goals. Failure results in zero points for specific goals.
POPI compliance: Must process personal information in accordance with POPI Act; indemnify SANPC for non-compliance.
Legal review: Proposal subject to review by SANPC Legal Advisor.
Insurance: Required (details not specified).
HSSE compliance: Mandatory.
Compliance with South Sudan regulations.
Data and intellectual property generated belong to SANPC.
Confidentiality provisions.
Joint Venture/Consortium: Must submit signed JV agreement with percentage split and responsibilities, or written intention. Service level agreement only after signed JV agreement submitted.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)B-BBEE requirements:
Joint Venture/Consortium:
Health & Safety
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdfHSSE compliance is mandatory.
Safety-first operational planning required.
Contractor must comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act and applicable regulations (Appendix II).
Deliverables include hazard mapping, UXO awareness procedures based on information from South Sudanese authorities, preliminary risk matrix.
Security risks and UXO hazard probability must be addressed.
Remote operating conditions require robust safety measures.
Environmental
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdfThe reconnaissance must be environmentally responsible with minimal environmental footprint.
Assess environmental and social sensitivities supported by ESIA report.
Characterize seasonal flood dynamics and wetland behaviour.
Deliverables include risk and environmental assessment report.
Compliance with South Sudan environmental regulations required.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdfSANPC reserves the right to modify scope, reject non-conforming proposals, disqualify late submissions, not accept lowest price, validate information, request audited financials, award partial contract, split award, cancel process, exclude bidders with serious breach of law in past 5 years, conduct post-tender negotiations, award to highest scorer unless objective criteria justify otherwise, award to next ranked if preferred fails to sign.
SANPC will not reimburse preparatory costs.
Legal review: Proposal terms subject to review by SANPC Legal Advisor.
Service levels: Account representative required; SANPC may request replacement of team members. Service Provider guarantees 95% service level on compliance and on-time deliverables. Failure gives SANPC right to cancel with 30 days' notice.
POPI compliance: Tenderer must process personal information only for RFP purpose, comply with POPI, secure data, indemnify SANPC.
Insurance requirements (not detailed).
Data and IP generated belong to SANPC.
Confidentiality provisions.
Compliance with South Sudan regulations and SANPC procurement policies.
HSSE compliance mandatory.
Section
Source: RFP Terrain Reconnaissance in Jonglei South Sudan.pdf (RFP)RFP Contact Person: Lerato Ramabu
Email: [email protected]
Enquiries must be in writing with reference number SANPC/2026/015.
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Address
151 Frans Conradie Dr, Avondale, Cape Town, 7500, South Africa
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High source confidence
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Last checked
01 Oct 2026
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021-524-2700[email protected]petrosa.com151 Frans Conradie Dr, Avondale, Cape Town, 7500, South Africa
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