Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Issuing Organization
Air Traffic and Navigation Services Company LimitedLocation
Eastern Cape
Closing Date
29 May 2026
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
Allister Miller Drive - Walmer - Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) - 6070
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
15 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-156246
This tender invites bids for the once-off supply and delivery of icom handheld radios and accessories (including icom a24n vhf transceivers, speaker microphones, chargers, antennas, and battery packs) to atns port elizabeth international airport. The procurement is managed by air traffic and navigation services (atns) and targets compliant suppliers capable of meeting strict technical, administrative, and b-bbee requirements.
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Allister Miller Drive - Walmer - Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) - 6070
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15 May
2026
Tender Published
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29 May
2026
Closing Date
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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)
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ATNS RFQ - Handheld Radios FAPE.pdf
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Important Dates
Source: ATNS RFQ - Handheld Radios FAPE.pdfClosing date: 29 May 2026. Closing time: 11h00 (CAT). Proposals must remain valid for 60 days from submission. Clarifications before bid closure: submit queries to Bright Blessie ([email protected], cc: [email protected]). Clarifications after bid closure: submit queries to Charles Sekgobela ([email protected], cc: [email protected]).
Contact Information
Source: ATNS RFQ - Handheld Radios FAPE.pdfDemand Management (pre-closing queries): Bright Blessie, Email: [email protected] (cc: [email protected]). Procurement (post-closing queries): Charles Sekgobela, Email: [email protected] (cc: [email protected]). Telephone: +27 11 607 1497. Submission: e-Submission (e-Tender) system only. Delivery address: Port Elizabeth International Airport, Allister Miller Drive, Walmer, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, 6070.
Submission Guidelines
Source: ATNS RFQ - Handheld Radios FAPE.pdfSubmit bids exclusively via the e-Submission (e-Tender) system. Email submissions will not be accepted. Required documents: fully completed and signed SBD forms (SBD1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1), quotation on company letterhead aligned to ATNS pricing schedule (Annexure A), and all mandatory proof (e.g., warranty, specifications). Late submissions are disqualified. Bids must remain valid for 60 days from closing date. Additional information may be requested during evaluation; failure to respond within 7 working days may disqualify the bid.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: ATNS RFQ - Handheld Radios FAPE.pdfThree-stage evaluation: (1) Administrative Requirements: Valid Tax PIN, B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit, CIPC registration, latest CSD Full Report, and completed SBD forms (SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1). Non-compliance may lead to rejection or a 7-day grace period for supplementary info. (2) Mandatory Requirements: Fully completed quotation on company letterhead (aligned to ATNS pricing schedule), 2-year manufacturer warranty certificate, and product datasheet/specification sheet for each item (must include product name, manufacturer/model, frequency range, radio type, output power, channel capacity, power requirements). Failure to meet any mandatory requirement results in automatic disqualification. (3) Price and Specific Goals: 80/20 point system (80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals). Specific goals: 10 points for 51% Black Owned Suppliers, 10 points for 30% Black Woman Owned Suppliers. Points must be claimed in SBD 6.1 with valid proof (CSD Report, CIPC documents, shareholder certificates, ID copies of shareholders).
Technical Specifications
Source: ATNS RFQ - Handheld Radios FAPE.pdfSupply and deliver handheld radios for ATNS Port Elizabeth International Airport (FAPE). Items required: (1) ICOM A24N (NAV/COM) VHF Air Band Transceivers (SKU: IC-25) with frequency range 118.000–136.992 MHz, 108.000–136.992 MHz, 161.650–163.275 MHz. Must include: BP-288 battery pack, BP-289 battery case, BC-224 rapid charger, BC-123SA/SE AC adapter, OPC-2379 headset adapter, FA-B02AR antenna, MB-133 belt clip, hand strap. (2) ICOM Speaker Microphone HM-231 (Waterproof). (3) ICOM Cigarette Lighter Cable and Charger CP-20. (4) FA-B02AR antenna. (5) BP-288 battery pack. Quantities: 5 units each. Delivery: Within 7 working days after official order, off-loaded at service provider’s own risk and cost to the designated address. Delivery basis: All costs (including taxes) must be included in bid price.
Financial Requirements
Source: ATNS RFQ - Handheld Radios FAPE.pdfPricing must be in RSA currency (ZAR), inclusive of all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, SDL). Complete the ATNS Pricing Schedule (Annexure A) with unit prices and totals for all line items. Sub-total (VAT excl.), VAT (15%), and grand total required. Delivery costs must be included. Bids without pricing or incomplete pricing will be deemed non-responsive. Payment terms and bonds/guarantees are not explicitly specified; refer to standard ATNS contract terms.
Compliance Requirements
Source: ATNS RFQ - Handheld Radios FAPE.pdfMandatory: Valid Tax PIN (SARS TCS or e-filing), CIPC registration, latest Central Supplier Database (CSD) Full Report, and completed SBD forms (SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1). B-BBEE: Valid B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) required to qualify for preference points. Specific goals: 51% Black Owned Suppliers (10 points), 30% Black Woman Owned Suppliers (10 points). Proof required: CSD Report, CIPC documents, shareholder certificates, ID copies of shareholders. Foreign suppliers: Must disclose residency, branch, or permanent establishment status in RSA; tax compliance may be waived if no RSA income/liability. Declaration of Interest and Invitation to Bid forms must be completed and signed. Non-compliance with any requirement may render the bid invalid.
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Address
Allister Miller Drive - Walmer - Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) - 6070
Source confidence
High source confidence
Official source
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Documents found
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Last checked
05 Jun 2026
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