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
Louisvale Road, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801 - Upington - Upington - 8801
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
17 Jul 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-162711
This tender is for the supply and installation of a comprehensive solar-powered security system at the die eiland experimental farm in upington, northern cape, for the agricultural research council's bioprospecting hub project. The system is specifically required to protect pumps, an automated irrigation system, and water tanks. Bidders must attend a compulsory site briefing to finalize specifications.
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 22 July 2026 - 12:00
Venue
Eiland Agriculture Research Station , Louisvale Road, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Request for Quotation
Louisvale Road, Upington, Northern Cape, 8801 - Upington - Upington - 8801
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Description
Source: Annexure A Specification-VIM01REQ007184.pdf17 Jul
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
22 Jul
2026
Closing Date
Tender 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.
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.
Annexure A Specification-VIM01REQ007184.pdf
The Agricultural Research Council invites tenders for the supply and installation of a solar-powered security system at the Die Eiland Experimental Farm in Upington, Northern Cape. The system includes a surveillance camera with specific advanced features and eight laser beam sensors. A compulsory site briefing is required.
RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf
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Important Dates
Source: Annexure A Specification-VIM01REQ007184.pdf (unknown)Briefing Session
Source: Annexure A Specification-VIM01REQ007184.pdf (unknown)Evaluation Criteria
Source: Annexure A Specification-VIM01REQ007184.pdf (unknown)Not explicitly stated in the provided document excerpt. Applicants should review the full tender document for standard government tender eligibility requirements (e.g., company registration, tax compliance, B-BBEE status).
Technical Specifications
Source: Annexure A Specification-VIM01REQ007184.pdf (unknown)Description
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ)below or attached terms of reference (TOR).
Refer to Annexure A for the specification 1.00 EA
Important Dates
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ){"closingTime":"11:00","briefingSession":"{"date":null,"time":"12:00","venue":"e: Wednesday, July 22, 2026","is_compulsory":false}"}
Contact Information
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ){"name":null,"email":"[email protected]","phone":null,"department":"of Measure","address":null}
Returnable Documents
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ)8.10 Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) forms must be signed and returned together with the quotation. Failure to comply may result to disqualification of your quotation.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ)2.2. Only bidders that claim specific goals will be considered for scoring on the 20 points as per the
80/20 principle.
be evaluated by applying the 80/20 principle as prescribed by the Preferential Procurement Policy
Specific Goals Points (20) Ponts (10)
Total points 20 10
form for preference points for specific goals.
1.1 The following preference point systems are applicable to invitations to tender
the 80/20 system for requirements with a Rand value of up to R50 000 000 (all applicable taxes
the 90/10 system for requirements with a Rand value above R50 000 000 (all applicable taxes
a) The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 90/10 preference point system.
b) The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 80/20 preference point system.
c) Either the 90/10 or 80/20 preference point system will be applicable in this tender. The lowest/ highest
1.3 Points for this tender (even in the case of a tender for income-generating contracts) shall be awarded
Specific Goals.
The maximum points for this tender are allocated as follows
Ps = Points scored for price of tender under consideration
Specific goals 20
Total points for Price and SPECIFIC GOALS 100
claim points for specific goals with the tender, will be interpreted to mean that preference points for
specific goals are not claimed.
any time subsequently, to substantiate any claim in regard to preferences, in any manner required by
Preference points claim form in terms of the preferential procurement
This preference form must form part of all tenders invited. It contains general information and serves as a claim
competitor regarding the quality, quantity, specifications, prices, including methods, factors or formulas
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ)Supply and installation of security system
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ)CSD registration number and full CSD report with the bid proposal
Central Supplier Database (CSD) will be considered
B-BBEE Minimum Level: 1
Points Allocation: 20 points
B-BBEE Details: MPULSORY SITE Yes
BRIEFING Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Time: 12:00
Research Consumable:
below or attached terms of reference (TOR).
Description Quantity Unit of Measure
Refer to Annexure A for the specification 1.00 EA
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2.1. Only bidders registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) will be considered. Bidders
shall include the CSD registration number and full CSD report with the bid proposal.
2.2. Only bidders that claim specific goals will be considered for scoring on the 20 points as per the
80/20 principle.
2.3. Completed and signed Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) forms included in the bid document.
2.4. Submission should be sent to [email protected]
above-mentioned delivery address.
the period and extent of the warranty must be clearly stated. Where services are required, service
providers must submit documentation pertaining the relevant experience.
be evaluated by applying the 80/20 principle as prescribed by the Preferential Procurement Policy
Framework Act and its Regulations.
indicate per the table below:
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Percentage Ownership
Specific Goals Points (20)
HDI Requirement: 51%
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ)Specific Goals Points (20) Ponts (10)
(1%)
Ownership by HDIs 51%+ 6 3
Ownership by Women 51%+ 4 2
Ownership by Youth 51%+ 4 2
Ownership by PwD 51%+ 2 1
BEE Status Level 1 - 4 2 1
RDP Goals Promotion of SMMEs 2 1
Total points 20 10
Health & Safety
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdfI CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION FURNISHED IN PARAGRAPHS 1, 2 and 3 ABOVE IS
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdfthe period and extent of the warranty must be clearly stated. Where services are required, service
providers must submit documentation pertaining the relevant experience.
8.1 The validity of the quotations must be indicated.
8.2 Prices quoted should be in South African Rand and inclusive of VAT costs such as delivery ,
insurance, taxes, etc.
8.3 No price adjustments or amendment of the delivery particulars contained in paragraph 8.2 will be
considered by the ARC.
8.4 The supplier accepts full responsibility for the proper execution and fulfilment of the
goods/services quoted for.
8.5 ARC reserves the right to accept or reject any special terms and conditions that may qualify the
goods/services to be provided.
8.6 Quotes should be submitted on an official letterhead and duly signed .
8.7 Goods and services should be supplied / rendered upon receipt of a purchase order from the
3.1. Name of company/firm...............................................................................
3.2. Company registration number: .....................................................................
3.3. Type of company/ firm
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Partnership/Joint Venture / Consortium
One-person business/sole propriety
Close corporation
Public Company
Personal Liability Company
(Pty) Limited
Non-Profit Company
State Owned Company
[Tick applicable box]
3.4. I, the undersigned, who is duly authorised to do so on behalf of the company /firm, certify that the
points claimed, based on the specific goals as advised in the tender, qualifies the company/ firm for
the preference(s) shown and I acknowledge that:
i) The information furnished is true and correct;
ii) The preference points claimed are in accordance with the General Conditions as indicated in
paragraph 1 of this form;
iii) In the event of a contract being awarded as a result of points claimed as shown in paragraphs
1.4 and 4.2, the contractor may be required to furnish documentary proof to the satisfaction of
the organ of state that the claims are correct;
iv) If the specific goals have been claimed or obtained on a fraudulent basis or any of the
conditions of contract have not been fulfilled, the organ of state may, in addition to any other
remedy it may have -
(a) disqualify the person from the tendering process;
(b) recover costs, losses or damages it has incurred or suffered as a result of that
person’s conduct;
(c) cancel the contract and claim any damages which it has suffered as a result of
having to make less favourable arrangements due to such cancellation;
(d) recommend that the tenderer or contractor, its shareholders and directors, or only
the shareholders and directors who acted on a fraudulent basis, be restricted from
obtaining business from any organ of state for a period not exceeding 10 years,
after the audi alteram partem (hear the other side) rule has been applied; and
(e) forward the matter for criminal prosecution, if deemed necessary.
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Signature(s) of tenderer(s)
Requirements
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ)1.1 Failure on the part of a tenderer to submit proof or documentation required in terms of this tender to claim points for specific goals with the tender, will be interpreted to mean that preference points for specific goals are not claimed.
1.2 The organ of state reserves the right to require of a tenderer, either before a tender is adjudicated or at any time subsequently, to substantiate any claim in regard to preferences, in any manner required by the organ of state.
Section
Source: RFQ VIM01REQ007184.pdf (RFQ)ENQUIRY Name: Lesly Mogale
Email: [email protected]
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
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Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
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Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.
Act 54 of 1972
Relevant to food safety, catering, canteens, food handling and nutrition-programme procurement.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve cleaning, hygiene, pest control, sanitation, or facilities services.
Act 85 of 1993
Sets health and safety duties for contractors, employers and service providers working on public-sector sites.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve guarding, access control, CCTV, surveillance, or private security services. Relevant because this tender appears to involve cleaning, hygiene, pest control, sanitation, or facilities services.
Act 56 of 2001
Relevant where security providers, guards, access control or private security services are required.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve guarding, access control, CCTV, surveillance, or private security services.
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