The appointment of a service provider to assist the national energy regulator with the production of corporate publications for a period of three (3) years.
What the tender required and what the award supports
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Summary
The national energy regulator of south africa (nersa) seeks a service provider to produce its corporate publications, including newsletters, annual reports, and ad-hoc materials, for a three-year period. The contract covers writing, editing, design, printing, and quality control of all corporate communications to support nersa’s mandate and stakeholder engagement.
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Award analysis coverage
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technical scope
2 sourced criteria
financial capacity
7 sourced criteria
pricing
2 sourced criteria
compliance returnables
8 sourced criteria
evaluation
5 sourced criteria
experience
3 sourced criteria
personnel
2 sourced criteria
equipment capacity
1 sourced criteria
delivery contract
2 sourced criteria
equity registrations
4 sourced criteria
What the buyer was looking for
1Inferred operational need
Submit one original bid + USB duplicate in PDF, sealed envelope with bid number, closing date (12 June 2026, 11:00), and bidder details to NERSA, Kulawula House, Pretoria. Late bids are rejected.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
An award confirms appointment. It does not prove why a supplier was selected, that every qualification remains current, or that delivery was completed successfully.
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Directions to NERSA: From OR Tambo International Airport, take R21 North to Pretoria, continue to Fountains Circle, follow Sunnyside signs (M5), turn right onto Madiba Street. From Johannesburg, follow N1/M1 North, take Eeufees off-ramp, turn right at T-junction, left under the bridge, follow Sunnyside signs (M5), turn right onto Madiba Street. Parking available at Sancardia Centre opposite NERSA. GPS coordinates: Latitude -25.743579, Longitude 28.204839.
No telephone contacts are provided; all communication must be in writing via email.
Submit one (1) original bid document plus one (1) memory stick (USB) containing a duplicate of the original submission. The original must be fully completed and signed in ink; do not retype or convert to Word format.
Deliver to: The Procurement Manager, NERSA, Kulawula House, 526 Madiba Street, Arcadia, Pretoria.
Bids must be in PDF format, bound, and submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with: bid number (NERSA/2627/CSM/PCP/BID004), closing date and time (12 June 2026 at 11:00), and your name and address.
Sign the tender register at reception upon delivery; arrive early to allow for security procedures and access to premises.
Late bids will not be accepted—the tender box is locked at exactly 11:00 on the closing date. Bids received even one second late will be returned unopened. Official Telkom time (Dial 1026) will be used for verification.
Disqualification risks: Failure to submit the memory stick, unsealed envelopes, incomplete forms, non-compliance with submission instructions, or bids sent via post arriving after the closing date and time.
Evaluation is conducted in three stages: Administrative Requirements, Selection Criteria (minimum 60 points to proceed), and Price and Specific Goals (80/20 preference point system).
Stage 1 (Administrative Requirements): Bids are checked for compliance with minimum requirements. Non-compliance results in elimination. Mandatory documents include: SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin Letter, valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, CSD registration summary report or CSD number, fully completed and signed standard bidding forms (Bidder’s Disclosure, Preference Points Claim Form, Invitation to Bid), and acceptance of Special Conditions of Bid and Contract.
Stage 2 (Selection Criteria - 100 points total): Bids must score a minimum of 60 points to proceed. Criteria and weights: Similar projects undertaken (30 points), understanding of requirements (20 points), providing deliverables as per paragraph 6.2 (30 points), project team qualification and competency (20 points).
Stage 3 (80/20 Preference Point System): Only bids achieving ≥60% in Stage 2 are evaluated. Price (80 points) is scored using the formula: Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), where Pt is the bidder’s price and Pmin is the lowest acceptable bid. Specific Goals (20 points) include: Black Owned (10 points) and Black Woman Owned (10 points), both requiring valid B-BBEE certificates or sworn affidavits.
The bidder with the highest total points (price + specific goals) is typically selected, but a lower-scoring bidder may be chosen on justifiable grounds or no award may be made.
Scope: Provide production services for NERSA’s corporate publications for three (3) years, starting from the last day of contract signature. Contract subject to annual review.
Deliverables include: Quarterly newsletters (covering organisational and industry matters), Annual Report (for Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, including audited financial statements), NERSA Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plan, Municipal Approved Electricity Tariffs, Electricity Supply Statistics, customer education pamphlets/brochures, ad hoc publications (pamphlets, brochures, flyers, posters, bulletins), corporate stationery (envelopes, business cards, complimentary slips, folders, cards), corporate diaries, deskpads, calendars, and images of regulated industries (electricity, piped-gas, petroleum pipelines).
Activities: Liaise with NERSA’s Communication & Stakeholder Management (CSM) team, conceptualise, write (when required), proofread/quality control, layout, design, print, scan photographs, provide illustrative material, supply proofs, apply unlimited corrections/amendments, provide electronic copies for website and open files of laid-out materials, deliver final products to NERSA’s Pretoria premises, and consult with NERSA throughout.
Service provider requirements: Extensive knowledge and experience in corporate publication production, capacity to deliver on time, experience with tight deadlines, qualified project team, and understanding of NERSA’s requirements.
Submission requirements: Company profile with track record (minimum five reference letters for similar work in corporates/government/SOEs in the past five years), CVs of proposed team members, three samples of cover designs for Annual Report and Quarterly Newsletter, and three samples of images for each regulated industry (electricity, piped-gas, petroleum pipelines).
All written deliverables must be in non-technical language, and electronic formats must comply with industry standards (e.g., MS Word, MS PowerPoint). Timeframes for delivery will be agreed upon with NERSA per request.
Submit the financial proposal/pricing schedule separately in a sealed envelope.
Price must be quoted per Unit of Measure (UOM) for all listed corporate publications. Failure to submit a completed pricing schedule, not tendering on all items, or not quoting prices as per UOM will result in disqualification.
NERSA reserves the right not to procure all indicated quantities. The total price for years 1, 2, and 3 is for evaluation purposes only and is not a capped contract amount.
Payment terms: Invoices must be submitted to [email protected] or to NERSA’s Communication and Stakeholder Management Department (Postal: P.O. Box 40343, Arcadia, 0007; Physical: Kulawula House, 526 Madiba Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083). Payment via bank transfer into a South African bank account within 30 days after receipt of an acceptable, original, valid tax invoice complying with Section 20 of the VAT Act. Invoices must include detailed supporting documents.
Contractor is responsible for accounting for income tax, VAT, or other statutory payments.
Mandatory documents: SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin Letter (or printed Tax Compliance Status), valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for Exempted Micro Enterprises), Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration summary report or CSD number (registration must be completed prior to submission; failure to submit proof invalidates the bid).
Complete and sign all standard bidding forms: Bidder’s Disclosure, Preference Points Claim Form (in terms of Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022), Invitation to Bid, and Special Conditions of Bid and Contract.
Provide proof of experience: Minimum five (5) relevant reference letters for similar work done in corporates/government departments/State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in the past five years. Reference letters must be submitted on the closing date or by 19 June 2026 at 16:00. Use NERSA’s standard template or an existing letter containing all required information (not older than three years).
Submit CVs of proposed team members, highlighting roles, experience, and similar projects with contactable references.
Compliance with Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013: Obtain consent from references before sharing their personal information.
Additional requirements: Accept Special Conditions of Bid and Contract, provide proof of confidential security clearance (if applicable), and membership of professional bodies (if applicable).
Bidders must not have a history of fraud, corruption, or abuse of SCM systems. Non-compliance with any mandatory requirement may result in disqualification.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
2Inferred operational need
Scope: Provide production services for NERSA’s corporate publications for three (3) years, starting from the last day of contract signature. Contract subject to annual review.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
3Inferred operational need
Price per Unit of Measure (UOM) for all publications; financial proposal in a separate sealed envelope. Non-compliance disqualifies the bid.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
4Inferred operational need
Deliverables include: Quarterly newsletters (covering organisational and industry matters), Annual Report (for Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, including audited financial statements), NERSA Strategic Plan and Annual Performance Plan, Municipal Approved Electricity Tariffs, Electricity Supply Statistics, customer education pamphlets/brochures, ad hoc publications (pamphlets, brochures, flyers, posters, bulletins), corporate stationery (envelopes, business cards, complimentary slips, folders, cards), corporate diaries, deskpads, calendars, and images of regulated industries (electricity, piped-gas, petroleum pipelines).
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
6Mandatory requirement
Price must be quoted per Unit of Measure (UOM) for all listed corporate publications. Failure to submit a completed pricing schedule, not tendering on all items, or not quoting prices as per UOM will result in disqualification.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
7Inferred operational need
NERSA reserves the right not to procure all indicated quantities. The total price for years 1, 2, and 3 is for evaluation purposes only and is not a capped contract amount.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
8Mandatory requirement
Payment terms: Invoices must be submitted to [email protected] or to NERSA’s Communication and Stakeholder Management Department (Postal: P.O. Box 40343, Arcadia, 0007; Physical: Kulawula House, 526 Madiba Street, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0083). Payment via bank transfer into a South African bank account within 30 days after receipt of an acceptable, original, valid tax invoice complying with Section 20 of the VAT Act. Invoices must include detailed supporting documents.
Threshold: 30 days
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
10Inferred operational need
Submission requirements: Company profile with track record (minimum five reference letters for similar work in corporates/government/SOEs in the past five years), CVs of proposed team members, three samples of cover designs for Annual Report and Quarterly Newsletter, and three samples of images for each regulated industry (electricity, piped-gas, petroleum pipelines).
Threshold: minimum five reference letters for similar work in corporates/govern
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
11Mandatory requirement
Provide proof of experience: Minimum five (5) relevant reference letters for similar work done in corporates/government departments/State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in the past five years. Reference letters must be submitted on the closing date or by 19 June 2026 at 16:00. Use NERSA’s standard template or an existing letter containing all required information (not older than three years).
Threshold: Minimum five (5) relevant reference letters for similar work done in
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
12Inferred operational need
Compliance with POPIA 2013 for reference data and adherence to NERSA’s GCC and SCM policies.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
13Mandatory requirement
Submit one (1) original bid document plus one (1) memory stick (USB) containing a duplicate of the original submission. The original must be fully completed and signed in ink; do not retype or convert to Word format.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
15Mandatory requirement
Bids must be in PDF format, bound, and submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with: bid number (NERSA/2627/CSM/PCP/BID004), closing date and time (12 June 2026 at 11:00), and your name and address.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
16Inferred operational need
Late bids will not be accepted—the tender box is locked at exactly 11:00 on the closing date. Bids received even one second late will be returned unopened. Official Telkom time (Dial 1026) will be used for verification.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
17Inferred operational need
Disqualification risks: Failure to submit the memory stick, unsealed envelopes, incomplete forms, non-compliance with submission instructions, or bids sent via post arriving after the closing date and time.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
18Inferred operational need
Additional requirements: Accept Special Conditions of Bid and Contract, provide proof of confidential security clearance (if applicable), and membership of professional bodies (if applicable).
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
19Mandatory requirement
Bidders must not have a history of fraud, corruption, or abuse of SCM systems. Non-compliance with any mandatory requirement may result in disqualification.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
20Inferred operational need
Minimum 60/100 points in Selection Criteria (similar projects, understanding of requirements, deliverables, team competency) to proceed to 80/20 price-preference evaluation.
Threshold: Minimum 60/100 points in Selection Criteria (similar projects
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
21Scored criterion
Evaluation is conducted in three stages: Administrative Requirements, Selection Criteria (minimum 60 points to proceed), and Price and Specific Goals (80/20 preference point system).
Threshold: minimum 60 points to proceed)
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
22Scored criterion
Stage 2 (Selection Criteria - 100 points total): Bids must score a minimum of 60 points to proceed. Criteria and weights: Similar projects undertaken (30 points), understanding of requirements (20 points), providing deliverables as per paragraph 6.2 (30 points), project team qualification and competency (20 points).
Threshold: minimum of 60 points to proceed
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
23Scored criterion
The bidder with the highest total points (price + specific goals) is typically selected, but a lower-scoring bidder may be chosen on justifiable grounds or no award may be made.
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
24Inferred operational need
Complete and sign all standard bidding forms: Bidder’s Disclosure, Preference Points Claim Form (in terms of Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022), Invitation to Bid, and Special Conditions of Bid and Contract.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
25Inferred operational need
Service provider requirements: Extensive knowledge and experience in corporate publication production, capacity to deliver on time, experience with tight deadlines, qualified project team, and understanding of NERSA’s requirements.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
28Inferred operational need
Provide 5+ reference letters for similar work in the past 5 years, CVs of team members, and samples (cover designs, industry images).
Threshold: 5 years
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
29Inferred operational need
Activities: Liaise with NERSA’s Communication & Stakeholder Management (CSM) team, conceptualise, write (when required), proofread/quality control, layout, design, print, scan photographs, provide illustrative material, supply proofs, apply unlimited corrections/amendments, provide electronic copies for website and open files of laid-out materials, deliver final products to NERSA’s Pretoria premises, and consult with NERSA throughout.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
31Delivery obligation
Contract period: 3 years, subject to annual performance review, with deliverables agreed per NERSA’s timelines.
Threshold: 3 years
Why it matters: The source says this applies after appointment and concerns contract delivery.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
32Mandatory requirement
All written deliverables must be in non-technical language, and electronic formats must comply with industry standards (e.g., MS Word, MS PowerPoint). Timeframes for delivery will be agreed upon with NERSA per request.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for EPI CREATIVE.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
33Mandatory requirement
Mandatory documents: SARS Tax Compliance Pin Letter, valid B-BBEE certificate/affidavit, CSD registration proof, completed/signed bidding forms (Bidder’s Disclosure, Preference Points Claim, Invitation to Bid), and Special Conditions acceptance.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
34Mandatory requirementConflicting classification
Stage 1 (Administrative Requirements): Bids are checked for compliance with minimum requirements. Non-compliance results in elimination. Mandatory documents include: SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin Letter, valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, CSD registration summary report or CSD number, fully completed and signed standard bidding forms (Bidder’s Disclosure, Preference Points Claim Form, Invitation to Bid), and acceptance of Special Conditions of Bid and Contract.
Threshold: minimum requirements
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Conflicting evidence
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
Relevant records disagree; review the cited sources and dates.
35Scored criterion
Stage 3 (80/20 Preference Point System): Only bids achieving ≥60% in Stage 2 are evaluated. Price (80 points) is scored using the formula: Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), where Pt is the bidder’s price and Pmin is the lowest acceptable bid. Specific Goals (20 points) include: Black Owned (10 points) and Black Woman Owned (10 points), both requiring valid B-BBEE certificates or sworn affidavits.
Threshold: 80 points
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
36Mandatory requirement
Mandatory documents: SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin Letter (or printed Tax Compliance Status), valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for Exempted Micro Enterprises), Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration summary report or CSD number (registration must be completed prior to submission; failure to submit proof invalidates the bid).
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records EPI CREATIVE as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 3450398 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER WITH A CIDB GRADING OF 2ME OR HIGHER FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF NEW SPLIT AIR CONDITIONING UNITS, RETROFITTING OF A NEW HIDEAWAY HVAC UNIT INTO THE EXISTING DUCTING SYSTEM, AND RELOCATION OF DUCTING AND DIFFUSERS TO IMPROVE AIRFLOW IN AN OPEN-PLAN OFFICE AT THE NATIONAL RESEARCH FOUNDATION PREMISES, PRETORIA (BRUMMERIANRF/ CORP EM RFQ 90/2025-26