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
10 Murchison Street - Harding - Harding - 4680
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
15 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-156195
This tender invites qualified service providers to supply and renew 140 microsoft office 365 e3 licenses for umuziwabantu local municipality over a 36-month period, including training and technical support. IT is open to csd-registered, tax-compliant bidders with relevant ICT experience, targeting b-bbee-compliant and accredited microsoft providers.
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15 May
2026
Tender Published
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18 Jun
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)
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MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 APPS FOR 36 MONTHS.pdf
Umuziwabantu Local Municipality invites qualified and CSD-registered service providers to submit proposals for the renewal of 140 Microsoft Office 365 E3 licenses for a period of 36 months.
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Important Dates
Source: MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 APPS FOR 36 MONTHS.pdfClosing date: 18 June 2026 at 12:00. Bid documents available: 18-25 May 2026 (08:00-15:30). No briefing session.
Contact Information
Source: MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 APPS FOR 36 MONTHS.pdfSCM Enquiries: Mr. L. Ndawonde, Tel: 039 433 3565, Email: [email protected]. Technical/General Enquiries: Mrs. S.P. Kheswa (Manager: Admin), Tel: 039 433 3500, Fax: 039 433 1208, Email: [email protected]. Submission Address: Finance (SCM) offices, Municipal Buildings, 10 Murchison Street, Harding, 4680.
Submission Guidelines
Source: MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 APPS FOR 36 MONTHS.pdfSubmit bids in the official bid box at Finance (SCM) offices, Municipal Buildings, 10 Murchison Street, Harding, 4680, before 18 June 2026 at 12:00. Late, faxed, or emailed bids will not be accepted. Bids must remain valid for 120 days after closing. Use official forms provided (do not re-type). Bid documents cost R500 (non-refundable) and are available from 18-25 May 2026 (08:00-15:30) at the same address or downloadable from www.umuziwabantu.gov.za and etenders.gov.za. Required documents: Company Profile, B-BBEE Certificate, CIPC Registration, Joint Venture/Consortium Agreement (if applicable), Residential/Business Address Confirmation, SARS Registration & Valid PIN, CSD Registration Proof, VAT Certificate (if applicable), CVs/ID Copies of Directors, CIDB Grading Certificate, MBD 2/4/8/9 forms, Municipal Rates Clearance (or lease agreement/affidavit if exempt), and proof of completed projects with references. Non-submission of any required document will disqualify the bid.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 APPS FOR 36 MONTHS.pdfTwo-stage evaluation: 1) Functionality (50 points total, minimum 30 points/60% to pass): Track Record & References (30 points: 06+ projects=30, 03 projects=15, 01 project=5), Methodology & Timeframes (10 points), Qualification of Relevant Staff (10 points: Bachelors=10, Diploma=5). 2) 80/20 Preference Points System (2022): 80 points for price, 20 points for B-BBEE (10 points for 100% Women-Owned Enterprise, 10 points for 100% Youth-Owned Enterprise). Proof of claims (e.g., letters of appointment, qualifications, shareholder certificates) is mandatory. Functionality points are for qualification only and not added to final score.
Technical Specifications
Source: MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 APPS FOR 36 MONTHS.pdfScope: Renew 140 Microsoft Office 365 E3 licenses for 36 months (3 years) for Umuziwabantu Local Municipality. Deliverables: 1) Detailed implementation plan with activities, approach, and timelines. 2) Annual license renewal support for 36 months (submit quotations). 3) Train IT personnel and grant rights for internal technical support. Contract: Sign SLA/agreement within 30 days of appointment. Option to renew for another 36 months. Financial offer must be all-inclusive (VAT registered providers). Project managed by Corporate Services Department: IT Unit.
Financial Requirements
Source: MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 APPS FOR 36 MONTHS.pdfPricing: All-inclusive (VAT registered providers). Payment: Original tax invoice required. Payment within 30 days of invoice submission. Contract price fixed (no variations unless authorized). Performance security may be required within 30 days of award (form: bank guarantee, irrevocable letter of credit, or cashier’s cheque).
Compliance Requirements
Source: MICROSOFT OFFICE 365 APPS FOR 36 MONTHS.pdfMandatory: CSD Registration (proof required), CIPC Registration, SARS Tax Compliance (TCS PIN or CSD number), Municipal Rates Clearance (or lease agreement/affidavit if exempt), B-BBEE Certificate (or sworn affidavit for EMEs/QSEs). CIDB Grading Certificate required. Joint Venture Agreement (if applicable). VAT Registration (if applicable). Foreign suppliers: Complete pre-award questionnaire (Part B:3). All consortium/joint venture members must submit separate tax compliance proof.
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