Supply and delivery of wireless headphones

• Wireless headphones with up to 20 hours of wireless playtime.
• USB-C fast charging.
• Comfortable fit for long listening sessions.
• Active Noise Cancelling for clearer audio.
• Foldable and portable design.
• Aux input option for wired listening.

Returnable Documents: No specific documents listed. Ensure standard RFQ submission forms are included.

• Wireless headphones required.
• Bluetooth Version: 5.3
• Chipset: Bluetrum
• Sensitivity: 108dB ± 3dB
• Noise Reduction: 22 ± 3dB
• Battery: 400mAh
• Driver Size: 40mm
• Charging Port: USB-C
• Charging Time: 1.5–2 Hours
• Charging Input: DC 5V, 1A
• Playtime (ANC On, 50% Volume): 16 Hours
• Playtime (ANC Off, 50% Volume): 20 Hours
• Playtime (ANC On, 100% Volume): 10 Hours
• Playtime (ANC Off, 100% Volume): 16 Hours
• Active Noise Cancelling feature required.
• Foldable and portable design.
• Aux input option for wired listening.

No specific compliance requirements found in the document.

General scope:

• This is a request for quotation to procure wireless headphones.
• Quantity: 111 units.
• Detailed specifications are provided in Annexure A (attached to the document).
• The quotation must be on company letterhead and include a detailed description of the goods and costs.

Closing date and time:

• 11 August 2026 at 11:00.

No other dates (briefings, site visits, clarification deadlines) are stated in the document.

SCM contact:

• Contact person: SCMRFQ Office
• Telephone: 012 336 0191
• Email: [email protected]

Submission address:

• Email quotations to: [email protected]

No other contact details are provided.

How to submit:

• Email your quotation to [email protected].
• If you cannot provide a quotation, email the same address with reasons for non-response.

Required documents (mark each with an X on the checklist):

• Quotation on company letterhead, including: quotation reference number, validity period, delivery period, CSD Master registration number (MAAA), and tax compliance status PIN.
• Completed SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form). Failure to complete SBD 4 may lead to disqualification.
• E-filing copy of a valid Tax Clearance Certificate.
• Certified copy of ID document (not older than 6 months from closing date).
• Certified copy of CIPC company registration (not older than 6 months from closing date).
• Certified copy of B-BBEE certificate or Sworn Affidavit (not older than 6 months from closing date).
• If applicable, certified copy of OEM certification documents.

Certification rules:

• All certified copies must have a Commissioner of Oaths stamp dated within 6 months of the quotation closing date.
• Documents with a certification date older than 6 months, or missing the date, stamp, or signature, will be rejected. You will lose points and score zero for that specific goal.

Disqualification risks:

• Quotations received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.
• Incomplete or missing SBD 4 form may result in disqualification.
• Non-compliance with certification date rules will result in lost points.

Evaluation method:

• 80/20 preference point system applies.
• 80 points for price.
• 20 points for specific goals (preferential points).

Specific goals points allocation:

• Race (Black): 10 points
• Women: 5 points
• Disabled: 2 points
• Youth (below 35 years): 3 points

Points for equity ownership by an HDI are calculated using a formula (NEP = points awarded; NOP = maximum points; EP = percentage equity ownership by an HDI).

Proof required for each point claimed:

• Race (Black): Certified ID copy, certified company registration, CSD full detail report, certified B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit showing ownership equity.
• Women: Certified ID copy, certified company registration, CSD full detail report, certified B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit showing ownership equity.
• Disabled: Medical certificate from an HPCSA-registered medical practitioner confirming disability.
• Youth: Certified ID copy, certified company registration, CSD full detail report, certified B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit showing ownership equity.

Additional evaluation notes:

• The appointment is not necessarily based on the lowest quotation.
• Stats SA may request additional information after receiving the quotation; you must respond within the given timeframe or the quote may be regarded as non-responsive.
• Stats SA reserves the right to negotiate prices with the successful supplier.
• Stats SA reserves the right to award partially to specifications required.
• Stats SA reserves the right not to make an award or not to procure certain items or all items listed.

Item to quote:

• Wireless Headphones (quantity: 111 units).

Specification:

• See the attached specification (Annexure A) in the original document. The extracted text does not include the detailed specification; refer to the full document for technical requirements.

General requirements:

• Quotation must be detailed and specify the services and cost.
• Market-related prices will be negotiated with the preferred service provider.
• All quoted prices must be valid (firm) for the duration of the order. Prices dependent on exchange rates should factor in price escalations.

Pricing and payment:

• Quotation must indicate VAT registration number if VAT registered.
• All quoted prices must be valid (firm) for the duration of the order.
• Prices dependent on exchange rates should factor in price escalations.
• Stats SA will not provide upfront payment; payment is made upon receipt of goods/services and within 30 days of receiving a valid invoice.
• Market-related prices will be negotiated with the preferred service provider.

No bonds, guarantees, or financial capacity requirements are stated.

Mandatory registrations and documents:

• Suppliers must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
• Provide CSD Master registration number (MAAAA) and tax compliance status PIN on the quotation.
• Submit an e-filing copy of a valid Tax Compliance Certificate.
• Submit a certified copy of B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (not older than 6 months).
• Submit a certified copy of CIPC company registration (not older than 6 months).
• Submit a certified copy of ID document (not older than 6 months).
• If applicable, submit a certified copy of OEM certification documents.

No other compliance requirements (CIDB, professional registrations, local content) are stated.

This is a preference points claim form (SBD 6.1) issued by Statistics South Africa for the procurement of wireless headphones. The form outlines the 80/20 preference point system, specific goals (Black, Woman, Disabled, Youth), and the required documentation to claim points. It does not contain technical specifications or scope details beyond the tender title.

Returnable Documents: SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form must be completed and submitted as part of the tender. Ensure all required proof documents (certified IDs, company registration, CSD report, B-BBEE certificate/sworn affidavit, medical certificate for disability) are attached for each specific goal claimed. Failure to submit proof will be interpreted as not claiming preference points.

The tender uses the 80/20 preference point system (as the estimated value is likely up to R50 million). Points are allocated: 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals and maximum points: Black (10 points), Woman (5 points), Disabled (2 points), Youth (3 points). Points for equity ownership by HDI are calculated using a formula: NEP = (EP/NOP)

• maximum points. The organ of state may request substantiation of claims at any time.

The document is a preference points claim form (SBD 6.1) under the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022. It does not contain technical specifications for the wireless headphones. The scope is to procure wireless headphones as per the tender description.

Bidders must comply with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022. Required compliance documents: valid CSD report, certified company registration documents, B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs), and proof for specific goals (certified ID for race/women/youth, medical certificate for disability). The document does not specify CIDB, CIPC, or local content requirements.

1.1 Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In line with the principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Constitution), and further expressed in the various applicable legislation, it is required for the bidder to make this declaration in respect of the details required hereunder.

Returnable Documents: Complete and sign the Bidder's Disclosure form (SBD4). Ensure all declarations are truthful and complete. Failure to disclose all CSD-registered active companies linked to all Directors will lead to disqualification. The bid must be submitted independently, without consultation or agreement with competitors. Bids found to be suspicious will be reported to the Competition Commission.

Bidders must not be listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. They must not have any undisclosed relationships with employees of Statistics South Africa or other organs of state. All directors, trustees, shareholders, members, or partners must disclose any employment by an organ of state. Failure to provide complete and truthful information will result in disqualification.

1.1 Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In line with the principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Constitution), and further expressed in the various applicable legislation, it is required for the bidder to make this declaration in respect of the details required hereunder.

No specific requirements found