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.
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
Calendula road - Klipspruit west - Johannesburg - 1818
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
29 Oct 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-176220
Johannesburg water requires the supply and delivery of hdpe pipe, klingerite gaskets, galvanised nipples and reducer bushes, and high-tensile steel bolts and nuts, with quantities ranging from 1 metre of pipe to 3,000 bolts. The quotation is subject to the 80/20 preference point system, with 20 points reserved for smmes that are 51% or more black-owned. Bidders must provide manufacturer datasheets and brand names for all items, as failure to do so results in disqualification. The closing date is 5 november 2026 at 12:00, and submissions are made via the e-tender portal.
Closing date and time: 5 November 2026 at 12:00 pm; submissions via the e-tender portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/) using CSD credentials.
Mandatory documents: valid Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS PIN, certified B-BBEE certificate or compliant sworn affidavit, proof of CSD/MAAA registration, company registration documents with ID copies of directors/shareholders, and a municipal account statement not older than 3 months and not in arrears for more than 90 days.
Specific goal (20 points): SMME (EME or QSE) that is 51% or more black-owned by Black People; evidence must be a SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate, DTI/CIPC certificate, or sworn affidavit compliant with the B-BBEE Practice Guide.
Disqualification risks: failure to provide manufacturer datasheets and brand names for all items, failure to include all applicable taxes in the total quotation value, or submitting after the closing date and time.
Format: quotation must be on PDF only, on company letterhead, and include brand names for every item; quotes without brand names will be rejected.
Evaluation: 80/20 point system per PPPFA 2022 — 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals; no minimum qualifying score is stated.
Eligibility: bidders must be registered on the CSD; no persons in the service of the state may bid; bidders blacklisted by National Treasury or any national authority will not be considered.
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Date & Time
Thursday, 05 November 2026 - 12:00
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Request for Quotation
Calendula road - Klipspruit west - Johannesburg - 1818
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29 Oct
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
05 Nov
2026
Closing Date
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These references help suppliers understand the public-procurement framework around this opportunity. They are generated from the tender category, issuing organisation type and procurement context.
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)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf
Supply and delivery of HDPE pipe, Klingerite gaskets, galvanised barrel nipples, galvanised reducer bushes and high-tensile steel bolts and nuts to Johannesburg Water in Gauteng. The RFQ is issued under the 80/20 preference point system with a specific goal of an SMME (EME or QSE) that is 51% or more black owned.
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Supply and delivery of pipe, HDPE gaskets, nipples, bushes, bolts and nuts to Johannesburg Water. The quote must list each item with brand name, unit of measure, quantity, and price excluding VAT. The total must include all applicable taxes. Manufacturer datasheets for all items are mandatory; missing datasheets disqualify the bid.
Important Dates
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf (RFQ)Closing date and time: 05 November 2026 at 12:00 pm.
RFQ issue date: 29 October 2026.
Quotation validity: 60 days.
No briefing or site visit mentioned.
Contact Information
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf (RFQ)SCM / quotation enquiries:
Organisation address:
Johannesburg Water SOC Ltd
Turbine Hall
65 Ntemi Piliso Street
Newtown
Johannesburg
Postal address:
PO Box 61542
Marshalltown, 2107
E-tender portal support:
Submission Guidelines
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf (RFQ)Submission channel: E-tender portal at https://www.etenders.gov.za/ — search by organ of state (Johannesburg Water) or RFQ reference number 6000080663, then follow the e-submission steps. Requires CSD credentials login; contact the CSD on [email protected] if login details are lost. For portal trouble, call eTenders Contact Centre on +27(0)12 406 9222 / 012 406-9229 / 012 312-5000 or email [email protected].
Format and packaging:
Returnable documents (all compulsory, unless noted):
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation basis: Quotations evaluated on the 80/20 point scoring system per PPPFA 2022 — 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals.
Specific goal (20 points): SMME (EME or QSE) that is 51% or more black-owned by Black People.
Mandatory requirements that may affect evaluation:
Failure to provide manufacturer datasheets for all items leads to disqualification.
Technical Specifications
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf (RFQ)Supply and delivery of pipe fittings and related items to Johannesburg Water. Quantities and specifications are as follows:
All items must have manufacturer datasheets and brand names supplied; failure to provide datasheets disqualifies the bid.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdfNo specific experience or key personnel qualifications are stated. Bidders must be registered on the CSD and meet the stated compliance requirements.
Pricing Schedule
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdfPricing must be per item, excluding VAT, with the total quotation value including all applicable taxes. The pricing schedule forms part of the returnable documents. No other pricing terms are stated.
Financial Requirements
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf (RFQ)Pricing format:
No bid security, retention, or payment terms are stated.
Municipal rates and taxes must not be older than 90 days in arrears, in line with Regulation 38.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory compliance:
Standard forms to sign:
Health & Safety
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdfNo specific health and safety requirements are detailed for this supply-only tender. The only relevant conditions are mandatory compliance items: full completion of the BOQ, attendance of compulsory site briefing if applicable, and attachment of datasheets and certifications where required.
Contractual Terms
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdfThe contract is subject to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC), the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act of 2000 and its 2022 Regulations. Acceptance of a quotation is subject to Johannesburg Water's supply chain policy. No additional special conditions beyond this are stated.
Section
Source: 6000080663 Supply and delivery of Pipe HDPE Gaskets Nipples Bush, Bolt & nuts.pdf80/20 preference point system applies — 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals. The specific goal is an SMME (EME or QSE) that is 51% or more black-owned by Black People, evidenced by a valid B-BBEE certificate or compliant affidavit. The 90/10 system is mentioned as an option but the tender states 80/20 applies.
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Calendula road - Klipspruit west - Johannesburg - 1818
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High source confidence
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Last checked
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