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.
Status: Closed — No Longer Accepting Submissions
This tender closed on 7 May 2021. Submissions are no longer accepted. The tender lifecycle continues — check the awards section for updates.
Published
18 Jan 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-852
This tender is issued by SAFCOL for the provision of wide area network (WAN) maintenance and support services over a three-year period. IT is intended for qualified service providers capable of delivering comprehensive network support and maintenance.
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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.
BID DOCUMENT RFI001.2021 WAN Maintenance and Support (2).pdf
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Organization
National Treasury (OCDS)Matched by category & region
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R 1 499 020
Range
Based on 25 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
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Important Dates
Source: BID DOCUMENT RFI001.2021 WAN Maintenance and Support (2).pdfClosing date: 07 May 2021 at 12:00. A non-compulsory briefing session will be held via Microsoft Teams (link provided in document).
Contact Information
Source: BID DOCUMENT RFI001.2021 WAN Maintenance and Support (2).pdfSCM Inquiries: Lucky Maimele, Email: [email protected], Phone: 012 436 6300. General Inquiries Email: [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: BID DOCUMENT RFI001.2021 WAN Maintenance and Support (2).pdfSubmit one original bid document plus one copy. Bids must be hand-delivered or couriered to: SAFCOL Head Office, Podium at Menlyn, 43 Ingersol Road, Lynwood Glen, Pretoria, 0081. Ensure bids are deposited in the tender box next to the reception. Late bids will not be accepted. Use black ink for all forms. Do not re-type official forms.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: BID DOCUMENT RFI001.2021 WAN Maintenance and Support (2).pdfThe tender follows the 80/20 preference point system. Points are awarded for price and B-BBEE status level of contributor. Bidders must submit a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit to claim preference points.
Technical Specifications
Source: BID DOCUMENT RFI001.2021 WAN Maintenance and Support (2).pdfProvision of Wide Area Network (WAN) maintenance and support services for a period of three (3) years.
Financial Requirements
Source: BID DOCUMENT RFI001.2021 WAN Maintenance and Support (2).pdfTotal bid amount (including VAT) must be provided. Bidders must ensure prices cover all obligations. Bidders are responsible for any calculation errors.
Compliance Requirements
Source: BID DOCUMENT RFI001.2021 WAN Maintenance and Support (2).pdfMandatory requirements include: CSD registration (provide CSD number), valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN, signed SBD 1, SBD 3.1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, SBD 8, and SBD 9. Provide proof of registration and good standing with the Compensation Fund (COIDA). Provide CIPC registration documents or share certificates. Foreign suppliers must complete the foreign supplier questionnaire.
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.
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Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
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Documents found
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Last checked
05 Jun 2026
AI status
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Data conflicts
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