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.
Issuing Organization
Kwazulu Natal - Public Works (Head Office)Location
KwaZulu-Natal
Closing Date
09 Jun 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
191 Prince Alfred Street - Pietermaritzburg - Pietermaritzburg - 3201
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-157997
The department of public works and infrastructure (kwazulu-natal) invites quotes for the provision of minor décor, sign language interpreters, catering, and sound system services for a youth month commemoration event on 12 june 2026 at ethekwini mayville. The tender targets capable service providers to support this official event.
Submit bids using the official tender document issued by the Department. Do not retype or redraft the bid document. Seal, address, and deliver bids as per the tender document. Deposit bids in the tender box at Lower Ground Floor (Foyer), 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg. Late submissions, faxed, or e-mailed bids will not be accepted. Only bids from suppliers registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD) will be considered.
Must be a registered service provider on the Central Suppliers Database
Must submit bids using the official tender document (no retyped/redrafted versions)
Must meet the 80/20 preference point system criteria (Youth/Women ownership advantages)
Must comply with all sealing, addressing, and delivery requirements as per the tender document
Scope: Supply of minor décor, sign language interpreters, catering, and sound system for Youth Month commemoration event. Event details: eThekwini Mayville, 455A Jan Smuts, on 12 June 2026. Service must align with Department of Public Works and Infrastructure requirements.
Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD). B-BBEE: Preference points for 100% youth ownership (10 points) and 100% women ownership (10 points). Documentary proof required: identity document for ownership claims.
Submit bids by 11h00 on 09 June 2026 to the bid box at 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg 3200. Use official forms (SBD 1, SBD 3, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, SBD 7). Bids must be sealed, labeled with bidder name, bid number, and closing date. Late, faxed, emailed, or incomplete bids will be disqualified. Photocopies of forms are allowed but must have original signatures. Each page must be initialed. Do not use correcting fluid. Bids will be opened in public after closing time. Required documents: SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid), SBD 3 (Pricing Schedule), SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), SBD 7 (Contract Form), CSD registration proof, tax compliance certificate (TCS PIN or printed certificate), and B-BBEE certificate/affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs).
Categories
Request for Quotation
191 Prince Alfred Street - Pietermaritzburg - Pietermaritzburg - 3201
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Advert ZNQ22.26.27.pdf
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works invites bids for Minor décor, Sign Language Interpreters, Catering, and Sound System services to commemorate Youth Month on 12 June 2026 at eThekwini Mayville. The tender closes on 09 June 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Date & Time
Tuesday, 09 June 2026 - 11:00
Venue
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03 Jun
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
09 Jun
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Median Estimate
R 313 650
Range
Based on 3 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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Closing date: 09 June 2026. Closing time: 11h00 AM.
Enquiries relating to the quotation document: Mr. Sifiso Mncwabe, phone: 033 355 5577. Technical enquiries: Ms. Sindi Zuma, phone: 062 257 9292. Submission address: Tender box at Lower Ground Floor (Foyer), 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg. Tender documents available at: www.kznworks.gov.za.
The KZN Department of Public Works: Head Office invites bids for minor décor, sign language interpreters, catering, and sound system to commemorate Youth Month at eThekwini Mayville, 455A Jan Smuts, on 12 June 2026.
Preference point system: 80/20. 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals: 10 points for 100% youth ownership (documentary proof: identity document), 10 points for 100% women ownership (documentary proof: identity document).
The KZN Department of Public Works: Head Office invites bids for minor décor, sign language interpreters, catering, and sound system to commemorate Youth Month at eThekwini Mayville, 455A Jan Smuts, on 12 June 2026.
Enquiries: Mr. Sifiso Mncwabe, phone: 033 355 5577. Technical enquiries: Ms. Sindi Zuma, phone: 062 257 9292.
Closing date: 09 June 2026. Closing time: 11h00 AM.
Submit bids in the tender box at Lower Ground Floor (Foyer), 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg.
Enquiries: Mr. Sifiso Mncwabe, phone: 033 355 5577. Technical enquiries: Ms. Sindi Zuma, phone: 062 257 9292.
Submit bids in the tender box at Lower Ground Floor (Foyer), 191 Prince Alfred Street, Pietermaritzburg.
Bids must be submitted on the official tender document issued by the Department. No retyped or redrafted bids will be accepted.
Preference point system: 80/20. 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals: 10 points for 100% youth ownership (documentary proof: identity document), 10 points for 100% women ownership (documentary proof: identity document).
Scope: Supply minor décor, sign language interpreters (2 persons for English and IsiZulu), catering (breakfast for 100, lunch for 80 including vegetarian options), and sound system (PA system x1, roving mics x2) for Youth Month commemoration at eThekwini Mayville, 455A Jan Smuts Highway on 12 June 2026. Event starts at 07h30. Catering details: Breakfast includes tea/coffee (variety of flavors, decaffeinated), milk (warm/cold/powder), sugar, sandwiches (chicken & mayo, cheese & tomato, cheese & ham), muffins (plain vanilla, choc chip, poppy seed), and scones. Lunch includes still water (100 x 500ml), rice, beef curry, grilled chicken, salads (butternut, beetroot, green salad), assorted fruit juice (40 x 330ml), and cold drinks (40 x 330ml). Vegetarian lunch: grilled fish (20x), lasagne (serves 20), fruit juice (10 x 330ml), cold drinks (10 x 330ml). Décor: Backdrop signage (DPWI EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMME in gold), tablecloths (20x), draping. Sound system: PA system and 2 roving microphones.
Submit firm prices only (non-firm prices will not be considered). Prices must include VAT and all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, SDL). Offer validity: 90 days from closing date. Pricing schedule must be completed on SBD 3.1 (Firm Prices). Include breakdown of costs for catering, décor, sound system, and sign language services. Payment terms: Within 30 days of invoice receipt accompanied by delivery note. Travel expenses (if applicable) must be specified with rates, quantities, and proof of costs. Only actual costs are recoverable.
Mandatory: Registration on Central Supplier Database (CSD) at www.csd.gov.za. Submit CSD registration number and declaration that CSD information is correct and up-to-date. Tax compliance: Submit TCS PIN (via SARS e-filing) or printed TCS certificate. For consortia/joint ventures, each party must submit separate TCS/CSD details. B-BBEE: Submit B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) to qualify for preference points. Foreign suppliers: Must confirm residency, branch, or permanent establishment in RSA or liability for taxation in RSA. State employees or entities with state-employed directors/members are disqualified. Bidder’s disclosure (SBD 4) must be completed to declare conflicts of interest or relationships with state employees. Failure to comply with any of these requirements may result in disqualification.
Point Allocation Breakdown
Closing date: 09 June 2026 at 11h00. No briefing session or site visit is mentioned as compulsory.
Bidding procedure enquiries: Sifiso Mncwabe, Tel: 033 355 5577, Email: [email protected]. Technical enquiries: Sindi Zuma, Tel: 062 257 9292, Email: [email protected]. Tender documents available at: www.kznworks.gov.za.
Supply goods and services for Youth Month commemoration event at eThekwini Mayville, 455A Jan Smuts Highway on 12 June 2026. Event includes minor décor, sign language interpreters, catering, and sound system.
80/20 preference point system applies. Price (80 points): Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin). Specific goals (20 points): 10 points for 100% youth ownership, 10 points for 100% women ownership. Documentary proof (e.g., identity documents) required for specific goals. Bidders must indicate how they claim points. Failure to submit proof results in no points for specific goals.
Contract terms: Offer validity is 90 days from closing date. Payment within 30 days of invoice receipt with delivery note. Prices must be firm and include all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, SDL). Travel expenses (if applicable) must be actual costs with proof. Contract form (SBD 7) must be signed in duplicate by successful bidder and purchaser.
Mandatory requirement: Submit three (3) reference letters for similar projects of similar value along with the quotation. This is part of Phase 2 (Mandatory Requirements) of the evaluation process.
Use SBD 3.1 (Firm Prices) for this tender. Only firm prices are accepted. Pricing must include VAT and all applicable taxes. Breakdown required for catering (breakfast, lunch, vegetarian options), décor (backdrop, tablecloths, draping), sound system (PA system, roving mics), and sign language interpreters. Offer validity: 90 days from closing date. Travel expenses (if applicable) must specify rates, quantities, and proof of actual costs.
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Act 53 of 2003
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Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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Act 5 of 2000
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ZNQ 22.26.27 Goods and Services for Planned Programmes to Commmorate Youth Month at Mayville on the 12 June 2026.pdf
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Public Works invites suitable service providers to submit quotes for Minor décor, Sign Language Interpreters, Catering, and Sound System services for a Youth Month commemoration event on 12 June 2026 at eThekwini Mayville, 455A Jan Smuts Highway. The tender (ZNQ: 22/26/27) closes on 09 June 2026 at 11:00 UTC.
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Organization
Kwazulu Natal - Public Works (Head Office)Contact Person
Sifiso Mncwabe
Phone
072-514-5484
[email protected]
Website
www.kznworks.gov.za/
Address
191 Prince Alfred St, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, South Africa
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
eTenders.gov.za
Documents found
2
Last checked
03 Jun 2026
AI status
Enhanced
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191 Prince Alfred St, Pietermaritzburg, 3200, South Africa
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