Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Delivery Location
CORNER OF HIGH AND MARK STREET - VRYHEID - VRYHEID - 3100
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
13 Oct 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-173979
Abaqulusi local municipality seeks a supplier for water fittings stock items including meters, valves, pipes, couplings and bends, delivered to vryheid over 36 months on an as-and-when basis. Pricing is firm for the full contract period with escalation percentages required for years 2 and 3. The single most consequential consideration is the functionality threshold: bidders must submit a sabs approved certificate (not a plan), proof of bank rating a/b/c, and reference letters or purchase orders proving prior supply and delivery experience — these three criteria alone determine 60 points before price and b-bbee specific goals are considered.
Closing: 16 November 2026 at 12:00. Physical submission only to tender box at corner of High Street and Mark Street, Vryheid 3100; late bids rejected.
Mandatory bid document fee: R2 000 for printed copy or R1 500 for electronic self-print; proof of payment required at submission.
Functionality minimum (60 points): company experience letters (0-1=5pts, 2-3=10pts, 4-5=20pts), SABS Approved Certificate (20pts), bank rating A=20/B=15/C=10 (20pts); no stated minimum score but all three are mandatory.
Evaluation: 80 points price (lowest acceptable tender) + 20 points specific goals (previously disadvantaged individuals 10pts, local service providers 10pts) under 80/20 system.
Mandatory documents: CSD registration report, valid CIPC registration, SARS PIN or Tax Clearance Certificate, certified B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, certified municipal account under 3 months or lease agreement, certified ID copies of directors/owners, SABS Approved Certificate, proof of bank rating, reference letters or purchase orders for supply and delivery experience.
Returnable forms (compress only): MBD 2 (tax clearance), MBD 3.1 (firm pricing schedule), MBD 4 (declaration of interest), MBD 6.1 (preference points claim), MBD 7.1 (contract form), MBD 8 (past SCM practices), MBD 9 (independent bid determination), Authority to Sign.
Disqualification risks: incomplete MBDs, missing proof of payment, tax non-compliance, bidder or any director in service of the state, advisor/consultant to municipality, failure to submit SABS certificate or functionality evidence.
Tender validity: 90 days from closing date; municipality reserves right to reject any bid including lowest.
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Date & Time
Monday, 16 November 2026 - 12:00
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CORNER OF HIGH AND MARK STREET - VRYHEID - VRYHEID - 3100
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13 Oct
2026
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16 Nov
2026
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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.
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.
TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf
The Abaqulusi Local Municipality invites bids for the supply and delivery of water fittings stock items in various sizes over a 36‑month period as required. Bidders must submit a complete tender package by 16 November 2026 at 12:00 UTC to the bid box at the corner of High Street and Mark Street, Vryheid, and meet extensive eligibility and documentation requirements.
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Supply and delivery of water fittings stock items as per specified sizes for a 36-month period, as and when required by Abaqulusi Local Municipality. Items include various pipes, valves, meters, couplings, and fittings listed in the pricing schedule. Delivery to Vryheid.
Important Dates
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Tender document available: 13 October 2026
Closing date and time: 16 November 2026 at 12:00
No compulsory briefing or site visit indicated.
No clarification deadline stated.
Contact Information
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)SCM enquiries:
Technical enquiries:
General SCM email: [email protected]
Submission address (tender box):
Corner of High Street and Mark Street
Vryheid
3100
Postal address:
PO Box 57
Vryheid
3100
Delivery address for goods: Abaqulusi Local Municipality, Vryheid (as per pricing schedule).
Submission Guidelines
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Submission method: Physical delivery in sealed envelope to tender box at ground floor, Abaqulusi Local Municipality, corner of High Street and Mark Street, Vryheid 3100.
Closing: 16 November 2026 at 12:00. Late bids not accepted.
Envelope marking: "SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS STOCK ITEMS AS PER SIZES, OVER 36 MONTHS. TENDER NO: 8/2/1/653".
Tender documents: Self-download from e-tender portal (www.etenders.gov.za) from 13 October 2026. Printed copies: non-refundable fee R2 000.00. Electronic copies (bidder prints): administration fee R1 500.00. Proof of payment required at submission.
Returnable forms (all must be completed, signed and submitted):
Disqualification risks: incomplete document, unsigned forms, late submission, non-compliance with any condition, failure to submit proof of payment, tax non-compliance, bidder or director in service of the state.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Evaluation stages:
Functionality criteria (total 60 points):
Price and Specific Goals (100 points):
Specific goals claimed via MBD 6.1 with supporting proof; failure to submit proof means points not claimed.
Tender validity: 90 days from closing date.
The municipality reserves the right not to accept the lowest bid or any bid.
Technical Specifications
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Scope: Supply and delivery of water fittings stock items as per listed sizes for a period of 36 months, as and when required.
Delivery location: Abaqulusi Local Municipality, Vryheid.
Items (quantity 1 each unless noted):
All items must comply with SABS standards where applicable (SABS Approved Certificate required).
Delivery costs included in bid price.
Escalation percentages for Year 2 and Year 3 to be provided in pricing schedule.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Company experience proven via appointment letters or purchase orders for supply and delivery projects. Scored in functionality: 0-1 letters = 5 pts, 2-3 = 10 pts, 4-5 = 20 pts. Certified ID copies of directors/owners required. No specific key personnel qualifications or CVs requested.
Quality Management
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)SABS Approved Certificate mandatory (20 functionality points). Goods must comply with SABS standards where applicable. GCC clause 8 (Inspections, tests and analysis) and clause 15 (Warranty) apply. No additional quality management system requirements specified.
Pricing Schedule
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)MBD 3.1: Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices. Only firm prices accepted. Separate pricing schedule per delivery point if different points influence pricing. All delivery costs included in bid price. VAT and all applicable taxes included. Brand/model, country of origin, compliance with specifications, delivery period, and delivery basis to be indicated. Escalation percentages for Year 2 and Year 3 to be provided. Subtotal, VAT, and total to be calculated.
Financial Requirements
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Pricing: Firm prices only (MBD 3.1). Non-firm prices (including exchange rate variations) not accepted. All applicable taxes included (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, SDL). Delivery costs included in bid price. Offer valid for 90 days from closing date.
Bid document fees: Printed copy R2 000.00 (non-refundable); electronic copy (self-printed) R1 500.00 administration fee. Proof of payment required at submission.
Financial capacity: Proof of bank rating (A, B, or C) required; scored in functionality (A=20, B=15, C=10).
No bid security, performance bond, guarantee, or retention percentages specified in the document.
Payment terms: Not detailed; General Conditions of Contract (GCC) clause 16 (Payment) applies.
Tax compliance: SARS PIN or valid Tax Clearance Certificate mandatory. CSD registration required. Each consortium/joint venture party must submit separate tax compliance proof.
Compliance Requirements
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Mandatory eligibility:
B-BBEE: Certificate or affidavit required to claim specific goals points (20 points total). EMEs (≤R10m) may use affidavit; QSEs (≤R50m) need applicable certificate/affidavit; above R50m require valid certificate.
CIDB: Not required (goods supply, not construction).
Local content: Not specified.
Professional registrations: Not specified.
Contractual Terms
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Contract period: 36 months.
Form of contract: MBD 7.1 (Form of Offer and Acceptance) signed in duplicate.
General Conditions of Contract (GCC) apply, including clauses on:
Special conditions: Municipality reserves right to withdraw invitation, re-advertise, reject any bid, accept part of a bid. No award to persons not on CSD, in service of state, or connected to state employees. No award to municipal advisors/consultants. Tender valid 90 days after closing. Escalation percentages for Year 2 and Year 3 to be agreed. B-BBEE improvement/retention plan may be required (not explicitly detailed in extracted text).
Section
Source: TENDER DOCUMENT - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER FITTINGS 8-2-1-653.pdf (TENDER)Two-stage evaluation: functionality first, then price and specific goals (80/20).
Functionality (60 points total):
Price and Specific Goals (100 points):
Bidders must submit proof for specific goals claims via MBD 6.1. Minimum functionality threshold not stated.
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CORNER OF HIGH AND MARK STREET - VRYHEID - VRYHEID - 3100
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