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.
Issuing Organization
Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)Location
KwaZulu-Natal
Closing Date
18 Sept 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Proposal
Delivery Location
65 MASABALALA YENGWA AVENUE - PRASA REGIONAL OFFICE FOYER AREA - DURBAN - 4000
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
21 Aug 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-166424
PRASA kwazulu-natal is appointing a panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery of electrical materials across six categories (cables and wires, signs and licences, insulators and isolators, steel components, consumables, and general electrical material) on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months. Attendance at the compulsory briefing session on 3 september 2026 is mandatory and failure to attend will result in disqualification. Bidders must meet an 80% threshold in the technical/functionality evaluation to proceed to price and specific goals evaluation.
Compulsory briefing session: Attend on 3 September 2026 at 10:00 at PRASA, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Greyville, Durban Station, Shosholoza Meyl waiting area; PPE strictly required; attendance certificate (Form D) and signing the register are mandatory, and non-attendance leads to disqualification.
Closing date and time: Submit bids by 18 September 2026 at 12:00 noon to the PRASA tender box at the main entrance of PRASA House, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Reception Area, SCM Help Desk; late or incorrectly delivered bids will not be accepted.
Technical/functionality threshold: Score at least 80% in Stage 2 evaluation (Bidder's Experience 60 points and Cash Flow 40 points) to proceed to Stage 3; bidders scoring below 80% are disqualified.
Financial capability: Submit an approved cash flow statement demonstrating liquid cash of more than R50,000.
Delivery requirement: Deliver materials within 14 working days of a purchase order, unless the manufacturer's communication (provided within 21 working days) indicates otherwise; failure constitutes breach and removal from the panel.
Material quality: Supply material approved by SABS or another recognised international quality assurance body; suppliers must be accredited by relevant bodies where applicable.
Returnable documents: Submit all mandatory forms including SBD 4, SBD 5, SBD 6.1, Form A (Invitation to Bid), Form C (Pricing Schedule), Form D (Site Inspection/Briefing Certificate), Form E (Statement of Work), Form F (Security Screening), Form G (Acknowledgement), and the marked-up draft contract; incomplete submissions may be disqualified.
Submission format: Submit two sealed envelopes—Envelope 1 with technical and compliance response, Envelope 2 with financial and B-BBEE response; include 1 original, copies, and an electronic version on a memory card or external drive.
Tax and CSD compliance: Be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide the CSD supplier number and CIDB number; be tax compliant and provide a Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN.
Insurance: Successful bidders must provide insurance against works and goods, and public liability (death, injury, or property damage) in line with contract conditions.
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Date & Time
Friday, 18 September 2026 - 12:00
Venue
65 MASABALALA YENGWA AVENUE, GREYVILLE, DURBAN STATION, SHOSHOLOZA MEYL WAITING AREA.
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
Request for Proposal
65 MASABALALA YENGWA AVENUE - PRASA REGIONAL OFFICE FOYER AREA - DURBAN - 4000
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Description
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)21 Aug
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
18 Sept
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
These references help suppliers understand the public-procurement framework around this opportunity. They are generated from the tender category, issuing organisation type and procurement context.
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.
ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf
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The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) is procuring a panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery of electrical materials under various categories on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months in the KwaZulu-Natal region.
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Organization
Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)Contact Person
Siphesihle Miya
Phone
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The appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when required basis for 36 months in the PRASA KwaZulu Natal Region. Bid number DBN/OPS (BAC) 008.
Important Dates
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Briefing Session
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)A compulsory tender briefing meeting will take place at Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Greyville, Durban Station, Shosholoza Meyl Waiting Area, at 10h00 AM on 03 September 2026. Strictly wear PPE. Bidders failing to attend the compulsory briefing session will be disqualified. Tender documents can be downloaded from National Treasury e-tender website from 20 August 2026.
Contact Information
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Submission Guidelines
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)Returnable Documents: Workmen’s Compensation, Securities, and Insurance within 30 (thirty) working days of notification
Returnable Documents
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)Form A: Invitation to Bid; Form B: Terms and Conditions for Bidding; Form C: Tender Form; Form D: Site Inspection / Pre-Tender Briefing Session (Compulsory); Form E: Statement of Works Successfully Carried Out by Bidder; Form F: Security Screening Form; Form G: Acknowledgment; SBD 4: Declaration of Interest; SBD 5: National Industrial Participation Programme; SBD 6.1: Preference Points Claim Form.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)Unable to extract eligibility criteria
Technical Specifications
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)The National Industrial Participation (NIP) Programme, which is applicable to all government
procurement contracts that have an imported content, became effective on the 1 September 1996.
The NIP policy and guidelines were fully endorsed by Cabinet on 30 April 1997. In terms of the
Cabinet decision, all state and parastatal purchases / lease contracts (for goods, works and
services) entered into after this date, are subject to the NIP requirements. NIP is obligatory and
therefore must be complied with. The Industrial Participation Secretariat (IPS) of the Department of
Trade and Industry (DTI) is charged with the responsibility of administering bthe programme.
1 pillars of the programme
1.1 The NIP obligation is benchmarked on the imported content of the contract. Any
contract having an imported content equal to or exceeding US$ 10 million or other currency
equivalent to US$ 10 million will have a NIP obligation. This threshold of US$ 10 million can
be reached as follows:
(a) Any single contract with imported content exceeding US$10 million.
or
(b) Multiple contracts for the same goods, works or services each with imported
content exceeding US$3 million awarded to one seller over a 2-year period
which in total exceeds US$10 million.
or
(c) A contract with a renewable option clause, where should the option be
exercised the total value of the imported content will exceed US$10 million.
or
(d) Multiple suppliers of the same goods, works or services under the same
contract, where the value of the imported content of each allocation is equal to
or exceeds US$ 3 million worth of goods, works or services to the same
government institution, which in total over a two (2) year period exceeds
US$10 million.
1.2 The NIP obligation applicable to suppliers in respect of sub-paragraphs 1.1 (a) to 1.1 (c)
above will amount to 30 % of the imported content whilst suppliers in respect of
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
paragraph 1.1 (d) shall incur 30% of the total NIP obligation on a pro-rata basis.
1.3 To satisfy the NIP obligation, the DTI would negotiate and conclude agreements such as
investments, joint ventures, sub-contracting, licensee production, export promotion,
sourcing arrangements and research and development (R&D) with partners or suppliers.
1.4 A period of seven years has been identified as the time frame within which to
discharge the obligation.
2 requirements of the department of trade and industry
2.1 In order to ensure effective implementation of the programme, successful
bidders (contractors) are required to, immediately after the award of a contract
that is in excess of R10 million (ten million Rands), submit details of such a
contract to the DTI for reporting purposes.
2.2 The purpose for reporting details of contracts in excess of the amount of R10
million (ten million Rands) is to cater for multiple contracts for the same goods,
works or services; renewable contracts and multiple suppliers for the same
goods, works or services under the same contract as provided for in paragraphs
1.1.(b) to 1.1. (d) above.
3 bid submission and contract reporting requirements of
Bidders and successful bidders (contractors)
3.1 Bidders are required to sign and submit this Standard Bidding Document (SBD 5)
together with the bid on the closing date and time.
3.2 In order to accommodate multiple contracts for the same goods, works or
services; renewable contracts and multiple suppliers for the same goods, works
or services under the same contract as indicated in sub-paragraphs 1.1 (b) to 1.1
(d) above and to enable the DTI in determining the NIP obligation, successful
bidders (contractors) are required, immediately after being officially notified about
any successful bid with a value in excess of R10 million (ten million Rands), to
contact and furnish the DTI with the following information:
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
3.3 The information required in paragraph 3.2 above must be sent to the Department
of Trade and Industry, Private Bag X 84, Pretoria, 0001 for the attention of Mr
Elias Malapane within five (5) working days after award of the contract. Mr
Malapane may be contacted on telephone (012) 394 1401, facsimile (012) 394
2401 or e-mail at [email protected] for further details about the programme.
4 process to satisfy the nip obligation
4.1 Once the successful bidder (contractor) has made contact with and furnished the
DTI with the information required, the following steps will be followed:
a. the contractor and the DTI will determine the NIP obligation;
b. the contractor and the DTI will sign the NIP obligation agreement;
c. the contractor will submit a performance guarantee to the DTI;
d. the contractor will submit a business concept for consideration and approval by
the DTI;
e. upon approval of the business concept by the DTI, the contractor will submit
detailed business plans outlining the business concepts;
f. the contractor will implement the business plans; and
g. the contractor will submit bi-annual progress reports on approved plans to the
DTI.
4.2 The NIP obligation agreement is between the DTI and the successful bidder
(contractor)and, therefore, does not involve the purchasing institution.
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
Bid number ........................................ Closing date:...........................
Name of bidder................................................................................................
Postal address ................................................................................................
................................................................................................
Signature........................................... Name (in print) ..................................
Date.................................................
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
Sbd 6.1
Preference points claim form in terms of the preferential procurement
Regulations 2022
This preference form must form part of all tenders invited. It contains general information and
serves as a claim form for preference points for specific goals.
Nb: before completing this form, tenderers must study the general
Conditions, definitions and directives applicable in respect of the
Tender and preferential procurement regulations, 2022
1.1 The following preference point systems are applicable to invitations to tender:
applicable taxes included); and
applicable taxes included).
1.2 To be completed by the organ of state
a) The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 80/20 preference point
system.
b) Either the 90/10 or 80/20 preference point system will be applicable in this tender. The
lowest/ highest acceptable tender will be used to determine the accurate system once
tenders are received.
1.3 Points for this tender (even in the case of a tender for income-generating contracts) shall
be awarded for:
(a) Price; and
(b) Specific Goals.
1.4 To be completed by the organ of state:
The maximum points for this tender are allocated as follows:
Points
Price 80
Specific goals 20
Total points for Price and SPECIFIC GOALS 100
1.5 Failure on the part of a tenderer to submit proof or documentation required in terms of this
tender to claim points for specific goals with the tender, will be interpreted to mean that
preference points for specific goals are not claimed.
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
1.6 The organ of state reserves the right to require of a tenderer, either before a tender is
adjudicated or at any time subsequently, to substantiate any claim in regard to preferences,
in any manner required by the organ of state.
(a) “tender” means a written offer in the form determined by an organ of state in response to
an invitation to provide goods or services through price quotations, competitive tendering
process or any other method envisaged in legislation;
(b) “price” means an amount of money tendered for goods or services, and includes all
applicable taxes less all unconditional discounts;
(c) “rand value” means the total estimated value of a contract in Rand, calculated at the time
of bid invitation, and includes all applicable taxes;
(d) “tender for income-generating contracts” means a written offer in the form determined
by an organ of state in response to an invitation for the origination of income-generating
contracts through any method envisaged in legislation that will result in a legal agreement
between the organ of state and a third party that produces revenue for the organ of state,
and includes, but is not limited to, leasing and disposal of assets and concession contracts,
excluding direct sales and disposal of assets through public auctions; and
(e) “the Act” means the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No. ).
3.1. Points awarded for price
3.1.1 The 80/20 or 90/10 preference point systems
A maximum of 80 or 90 points is allocated for price on the following basis:
80/20 or 90/10
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Pt = Price of tender under consideration
Pmin = Price of lowest acceptable tender
3.2. Formulae for disposal or leasing of state assets and income
Generating procurement
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
3.2.1. Points awarded for price
A maximum of 80 or 90 points is allocated for price on the following basis:
80/20 or 90/10
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Ps = Points scored for price of tender under consideration
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Pmax= Price of highest acceptable tender
4.1. In terms of Regulation 4(2); 5(2); 6(2) and 7(2) of the Preferential Procurement Regulations,
preference points must be awarded for specific goals stated in the tender. For the purposes
of this tender the tenderer will be allocated points based on the goals stated in table 1
below as may be supported by proof/ documentation stated in the conditions of this tender:
4.2. In cases where organs of state intend to use Regulation 3(2) of the Regulations, which
states that, if it is unclear whether the 80/20 or 90/10 preference point system applies, an
organ of state must, in the tender documents, stipulate in the case of—
(a) an invitation for tender for income-generating contracts, that either the 80/20 or
90/10 preference point system will apply and that the highest acceptable tender will
be used to determine the applicable preference point system: or
(b) any other invitation for tender, that either the 80/20 or 90/10 preference point
system will apply and that the lowest acceptable tender will be used to determine
the applicable preference point system,
then the organ of state must indicate the points allocated for specific goals for both the
90/10 and 80/20 preference point system.
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
Table 1: Specific goals for the tender and points claimed are indicated per the table below.
(Note to organs of state: Where either the 90/10 or 80/20 preference point system is
applicable, corresponding points must also be indicated as such.
Note to tenderers: The tenderer must indicate how they claim points for each preference
point system.)
Number of points Evidence required for
claimed (80/20 specific goals Number of points system) allocated The specific goals (To be completed (80/20 system) allocated points in by the tenderer) (To be completed terms of this tender by the organ of
state)
Certified copy of the
Black Women Owned 10 identity document of the
owner/s
Certified copy of the Black Youth Owned 5 identity document of the
owner/s
Certified copy of ID Black person with Documents of the Owners Disabilities 5 and Doctors Note
confirming the disability.
Total 20
Declaration with regard to company/firm
4.3. Name of company/firm...............................................................................
4.4. Company registration number: .....................................................................
4.5. Type of company/ firm
Partnership/Joint Venture / Consortium
One-person business/sole propriety
Close corporation
Public Company
Personal Liability Company
(Pty) Limited
Non-Profit Company
State Owned Company
[Tick applicable box
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
4.6. I, the undersigned, who is duly authorised to do so on behalf of the company/firm, certify
that the points claimed, based on the specific goals as advised in the tender, qualifies the
company/ firm for the preference(s) shown and I acknowledge that:
i) The information furnished is true and correct;
ii) The preference points claimed are in accordance with the General Conditions as
indicated in paragraph 1 of this form;
iii) In the event of a contract being awarded as a result of points claimed as shown in
paragraphs 1.4 and 4.2, the contractor may be required to furnish documentary proof
to the satisfaction of the organ of state that the claims are correct;
iv) If the specific goals have been claimed or obtained on a fraudulent basis or any of the
conditions of contract have not been fulfilled, the organ of state may, in addition to
any other remedy it may have –
(a) disqualify the person from the tendering process;
(b) recover costs, losses or damages it has incurred or suffered as a result
of that person’s conduct;
(c) cancel the contract and claim any damages which it has suffered as a
result of having to make less favourable arrangements due to such
cancellation;
(d) recommend that the tenderer or contractor, its shareholders, and
directors, or only the shareholders and directors who acted on a
fraudulent basis, be restricted from obtaining business from any organ
of state for a period not exceeding 10 years, after the audi alteram
partem (hear the other side) rule has been applied; and
(e) forward the matter for criminal prosecution, if deemed necessary.
..............................................
Signature(s) of tenderer(s)
Surname and name: ................................................................
Date: ...............................................................
Address: ...............................................................
...............................................................
...............................................................
...............................................................
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Experience & Qualifications
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)Form E requires bidders to state particulars of works successfully carried out, including value of works, contract/project period, client, nature of works, and telephone number.
Quality Management
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdfForm a: invitation to bid 2
Form b: terms and conditions for bidding 3
Form c: tender form 5
Form d: site inspection / pre-tender briefing session(compulsory) 8
Form e: statement of works successfully carried out by bidder 9
Form f: security screening form 10
Form- g: acknowledgment 12
Sbd 4: declaration of interest 13
Sbd 5: the national industrial participation programme 16
Sbd 6.1: Preference points claim form in terms of the preferential
Procurement regulations 2022error! Bookmark not defined.
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
Form d: site inspection / pre-tender briefing session (compulsory)
Request number: DBN/OPS (BAC) 008
This is to certify that _____________________________________ has / have today attended the site
inspection / tender briefing session to which this enquiry relates.
THUS, DONE and SIGNED at __________________ on this __ day of ...........................
______________________ SCM official
for / on behalf of PRASA Designation
Pricing Schedule
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)The tender form includes a schedule of prices / bills of quantities. In case of discrepancy, amount in words takes precedence over figures. For items incorrectly extended arithmetically, the unit rate is decisive; for architectural building work, the total amount is decisive.
Compliance Requirements
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)Tax compliance status
Tax compliance
Tax compliance requirements
Tax compliance status (tcs) or pin may also be made via e-filing
Tax compliance status / tax compliance system pin code from the south african revenue
TCS PIN: OR CSD No
Csd number
Csd number must be provided
Central supplier database (csd) to upload
Central supplier database (csd), a csd number must be provided
Workmen’s Compensation, Securities, and Insurance within 30 (thirty) working days of notification
1.3. Bidders must register on the central supplier database (csd) to upload
Membership/identity numbers; tax compliance status; and banking information for
1.4. Where a bidder is not registered on the csd, mandatory information namely
(Business registration/ directorship/ membership/identity numbers; tax compliance
2.3 Application for tax compliance status (tcs) or pin may also be made via e-filing. In
Party must submit a separate proof of tcs / pin / csd number.
Points Allocation: 90 points
B-BBEE Details: ........................
Date.................................................
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
Of electrical material under various categories of materials on as and when
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
Sbd 6.1
Preference points claim form in terms of the preferential procurement
Regulations 2022
This preference form must form part of all tenders invited. It contains general information and
serves as a claim form for preference points for specific goals.
Nb: before completing this form, tenderers must study the general
Conditions, definitions and directives applicable in respect of the
Tender and preferential procurement regulations, 2022
1.1 The following preference point systems are applicable to invitations to tender:
applicable taxes included); and
applicable taxes included).
1.2 To be completed by the organ of state
a) The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 80/20 preference point
system.
b) Either the 90/10 or 80/20 preference point system will be applicable in this tender. The
lowest/ highest acceptable tender will be used to determine the accurate system once
tenders are received.
1.3 Points for this tender (even in the case of a tender for income-generating contracts) shall
be awarded for:
(a) Price; and
(b) Specific Goals.
1.4 To be completed by the organ of state:
The maximum points for this tender are allocated as follows:
Points
Price 80
Specific goals 20
Total points for Pri
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form: The applicable preference point system is 80/20. Points allocated: Price 80, Specific Goals 20. Specific goals include Black Women Owned (10 points), Black Youth Owned (5 points), Black person with Disabilities (5 points). Evidence required: certified copies of ID documents and doctor's note for disability.
Health & Safety
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdfTIME: 10h00 AM
Date: 03 september 2026
NB. Strictly wear PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
*If the company has more than five directors/principals a list of all shareholders must be
appended as Annexure “A”
SECTION 3 Only applicable for the Security Providers
Authority (NPA) for criminal investigation and or may be restricted from conducting
business with the public sector for a period not exceeding ten (10) years in terms of
the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act No or any other
applicable legislation.
I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION FURNISHED IN PARAGRAPHS 1, 2 and 3
4.1 Once the successful bidder (contractor) has made contact with and furnished the
Required basis for 36 months in the PRASA kwazulu natal region
Tender number -dbn/ops (bac) 008
4.6. I, the undersigned, who is duly authorised to do so on behalf of the company/firm, certify
that the points claimed, based on the specific goals as advised in the tender, qualifies the
company/ firm for the preference(s) shown and I acknowledge that:
i) The information furnished is true and correct;
ii) The preference points claimed are in accordance with the General Conditions as
indicated in paragraph 1 of this form;
iii) In the event of a contract being awarded as a result of points claimed as shown in
paragraphs 1.4 and 4.2, the contractor may be required to furnish documentary proof
to the satisfaction of the organ of state that the claims are correct;
iv) If the specific goals have been claimed or obtained on a fraudulent basis or any of the
conditions of contract have not been fulfilled, the organ of state may, in addition to
any other remedy it may have –
(a) disqualify the person from the tendering process;
(b) recover costs, losses or damages it has incurred or suffered as a result
of that person’s conduct;
(c) cancel the contract and claim any damages which it has suffered as a
result of having to make less favourable arrangements due to such
cancellation;
(d) recommend that the tenderer or contractor, its shareholders, and
directors, or only the shareholders and directors who acted on a
fraudulent basis, be restricted from obtaining business from any organ
of state for a period not exceeding 10 years, after the audi alteram
partem (hear the other side) rule has been applied; and
(e) forward the matter for criminal prosecution, if deemed necessary.
..............................................
Signature(s) of tenderer(s)
Surname and name: ................................................................
Date: ...............................................................
Address: ...............................................................
...............................................................
...............................................................
...............................................................
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Contractual Terms
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdfWorkmen’s Compensation, Securities, and Insurance within 30 (thirty) working days of notification
of awarding of the contract, and to sign a formal contract if called upon by the PRASA to do so
within 7 (seven) working days of notification by the PRASA that the contract documents are ready
for signature.
I / We undertake to complete the whole of the WORKS within ___________________
(in words) from the date of notification to me / us of acceptance of the tender, subject to completion
in stages if and as laid down in the project specification and to such extensions of time as may be
granted. Failing completion of the WORKS or any stage of the WORKS within the period(s)
stipulated or by such extended date(s) as may be allowed by the PRASA I / we shall pay to the
mentioned above will constitute a material breach of contract and provide PRASA with cause for
cancellation.
THUS DONE and SIGNED at ________________________________________________
on this _________________ day of ___________________________
Duly authorised signatory(ies) witnesses
___________________________________ 1. __________________________
___________________________________ 2. __________________________
___________________________________ 3. __________________________
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Bid descritpion: the appointment of panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery
a. the contractor and the DTI will determine the NIP obligation;
b. the contractor and the DTI will sign the NIP obligation agreement;
c. the contractor will submit a performance guarantee to the DTI;
d. the contractor will submit a business concept for consideration and approval by
the DTI;
e. upon approval of the business concept by the DTI, the contractor will submit
detailed business plans outlining the business concepts;
f. the contractor will implement the business plans; and
g. the contractor will submit bi-annual progress reports on approved plans to the
Requirements
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdf (TENDER)Bidders must register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) to upload mandatory information: business registration, directorship/membership/identity numbers, tax compliance status, and banking information. Bidders must comply with tax obligations and submit their SARS PIN or CSD number. Foreign suppliers must answer the questionnaire regarding residency, branch, permanent establishment, and source of income in South Africa.
Section
Source: ANNEXURE 2 - RFP APPENDICES ELECTRICAL.pdfPoints claim form in terms of the preferential procurement
This preference form must form part of all tenders invited. It contains general information and
serves as a claim form for preference points for specific goals.
1.1 The following preference point systems are applicable to invitations to tender
the 80/20 system for requirements with a Rand value of up to R50 000 000 (all
the 90/10 system for requirements with a Rand value above R50 000 000 (all
a) The applicable preference point system for this tender is the 80/20 preference point
b) Either the 90/10 or 80/20 preference point system will be applicable in this tender. The
1.3 Points for this tender (even in the case of a tender for income-generating contracts) shall
(b) Specific Goals.
The maximum points for this tender are allocated as follows
Specific goals 20
Total points for Price and SPECIFIC GOALS 100
tender to claim points for specific goals with the tender, will be interpreted to mean that
preference points for specific goals are not claimed.
adjudicated or at any time subsequently, to substantiate any claim in regard to preferences,
arrangements with any competitor regarding the quality, quantity, specifications,
Preference points claim form in terms of the preferential procurement
Description
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)PRASA seeks to appoint a panel of suppliers for the supply and delivery of electrical materials under various categories on an as-and-when-required basis for 36 months in the KwaZulu Natal region. The railway infrastructure has been vandalized and requires refurbishment. The panel will support maintenance and recovery operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and improving response times.
Important Dates
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP){
"closingDate": "18 September 2026",
"closingTime": "12:00 PM",
"briefingSession": {
"date": "03 September 2026",
"time": "10:00 AM",
"venue": "E: 03 September 2026"
}
}
Briefing Session
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)A compulsory pre-proposal briefing will be held on 03 September 2026 at 10:00 AM at PRASA, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Greyville, Durban Station, Shosholoza Meyl waiting area. Attendance is mandatory; bidders must sign the register and submit the Certificate of Attendance (Form D) with their proposal. Failure to attend will result in disqualification. PPE is required.
Contact Information
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP){"name":null,"email":null,"phone":null,"department":null,"address":"ON COMPULSORY BREIFING MEETING"}
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Returnable Documents: TENDER FORM (PRICING SCHEDULE) Form C, SBD 4 BIDDER’S DISCLOSURE, SBD 6.1 PREFERENCE POINTS CLAIM FORM IN TERMS OF THE, RFP BOQ/PRICING SCHEDULE Annexure B, CIDB Construction Industries Development Board
Returnable Documents
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Mandatory returnable documents include: Invitation to Bid (Form A), Terms and Conditions (Form B), Tender Form/Pricing Schedule (Form C), Site Inspection Certificate (Form D), Statement of Work Successfully Carried Out (Form E), Security Screening Form (Form F), Acknowledgement (Form G), SBD 4, SBD 5, SBD 6.1, and the Certificate of Acquaintance with RFP Terms and Conditions. Bids must be submitted in two sealed envelopes: Volume 1 (technical/compliance) and Volume 2 (financial and BBBEE).
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Stage1
Name
Stage 1: Compliance
Requirement
Mandatory compliance with RFP requirements and returnable documents.
Pass Fail
true
Stage2
Name
Stage 2: Functionality/Technical
Weight
100
Minimum Threshold
Technical Specifications
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)3.1 Desired outcomes for carrying out the proposed project
The objective is to have a readily available panel of suppliers for different categories of materials for the
Electrical Department that can be invited to submit pricing proposals for the categories of materials they
qualified for, on an ad hoc basis, once pre-qualified into the panel and having signed the framework
agreements with PRASA KZN. The appointed pre-qualified panel of suppliers will assist PRASA KZN in the
implementation of its various maintenance requirements throughout the KZN Province where Electrical
infrastructure is located.
To improve response time for execution of maintenance and recovery for planned or unplanned disruptions,
to ensure there is no defaulting on the license requirements for the Region.
To ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Railway Safety Regulator, and other
statutory requirements.
Suppliers must be accredited by the relevant accreditation body, where applicable, especially the quality
assurance bodies and also suppliers must supply material that is approved by SABS or other relevant
internationally recognized material quality assurance body.
3.2 Project benefits to PRASA
Improved supplier performance where failure will be met with cancellation of an order and recording of poor
performance which could affect status in the panel and other future projects. Improve compliance with
legislation and safety requirements. Improve customer satisfaction.
3.3CURRENT Mechanisms in place to address the problem
Electrical Department has been getting assistance from PRASA HQ for urgent materials needs also with
assistance from TFR.
4.SCOPE Of works and areas of focus
Works overview and extent of the works
The supply and delivery of these materials will be carried out on an as and when required basis as
determined by Electrical Department in conjunction with Warehouse Management Unit in line with the
Regional Maintenance Plans and incidents.
The successful suppliers shall be responsible for the successful On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery of materials
according to the Task Order that would have been issued at that time. For some materials samples, testing
and quality assurance certificates may be required prior to issuing of a Task Order or Purchase Order.
Works
The following are the categories of Electrical materials for this panel that will be required for delivery at Task
Order stage:
Category 1: CABLES AND WIRES
Category 2: SIGNS AND LICENCES
Category 3: INSULATORS AND ISOLATORS Category 4: STEEL COMPONENTS
Category 5: CONSUMABLES
Category 6: GENERAL ELECTRICAL MATERIAL
4.1 Insurance requirements for the project
The successful bidder/s to provide the following insurance in line with the conditions of contract.
4.1.1Insurance against Works and Goods.
4.1.2Insurance against public liabilities (death or injury to any person, or loss of or damage to any property)
4.2PRASA’S Responsibilities
It is the Maintenance and operations of Electrical network for the provision of traction and distribution
electrical power supply for rolling stock and signaling and critical buildings on as and when required for the
duration of the 36 months existence of the panel in the KwaZulu Natal.
4.3 Extent and coverage of the proposed project
This panel will be applicable for supply and delivery of materials only, within PRASA KZN Region excluding
installation or any other work that may be related to Electrical and Facilities Department.
4.4 Measurements and payment
The appointed suppliers will be paid by PRASA for delivery of material within 30 days
after the receipt of the supplier’s correct tax invoice.
4.5 Form of contract
The latest PRASA Bespoke contract will be utilized
4.6 Other related projects
4.6.1 None.
5 specification of the work or products or services required
5.1 Technical requirements
5.1.1 Any accreditation or quality assurance certificates that a supplier has for the supply and delivery of
any material that may be required.
5.2 Technical information to be provided with tender
The Bidders shall submit the following technical proposal.
The suppliers completed projects and track record in relation to the supply and delivery of Substation,
OHTE related materials and General Electrical material. As per following categories:
Category 1: CABLES AND WIRES Category 2: SIGNS AND LICENCES
Category 3: INSULATORS AND ISOLATORS Category 4: STEEL COMPONENTS
Category 5: CONSUMABLES
Category 6: GENERAL ELECTRICAL MATERIAL
5.2.1The supplier’s financial capability is proven by submission of approved cash flow statements indicating
liquid cash of more than R50 000
The design for the projects to be utilised from this panel shall meet the following technical capabilities &
constraints, and other specified performance requirements:
6.1 Delivery should be effective within 14 working days or less after a PO has been issued, unless
specifically indicated otherwise. Failure to deliver within this period will constitute breach of a contract and
liable for termination and removal from the panel which will affect future opportunities.
6.2 Should the supplier fail to comply as 6.1 then the supplier must submit communication from its
manufacturer proving or indicating delivery period that is different from the duration stipulated above. Failure
to do so will constitute breach of contract and liable to similar conditions as above. Communication referred
to should be the communication that occurred within 21 day working period.
6.3 where the supplier is a manufacturer such must be indicated at the time of tender and quality assurance
and accreditation supporting the manufacturing capabilities must be submitted with the tender.
6.4 The following are the different categories of materials to be procured and their listings:
Category of Materials to be supplied
CATEGORY 1: OHTE and SUBSTATION MATERIALS - CABLES AND WIRES
Category 2: ohte and substations - signs and licences
Category 3: ohte and substations - insulators and isolators
Category 4: ohte and substation - steel components
Category 5: ohte and substation - consumables
Category 6: general electrical material
7Time frames / programs
7.1.1 Contract period:
The planned time frame for the implementation of this proposed panel is thirty-six (36) months.
The evaluation of Bids will be based on the information contained in Bids received in RFP and, which may
be further supplemented by presentations and clarification information provided, if required. All Bids shall be
equally evaluated by various committees involved in the evaluation process in accordance with stated
Evaluation Criteria. Procurement integrity and fairness, transparency, competitiveness and full
accountability will at all times be paramount.
6.1EVALUATION And scoring methodology
The evaluation of the Bids by the evaluation committees will be conducted at various levels.
The following levels will be applied in the evaluation:
Level description
Verify completeness The Bid is checked for completeness and whether all required
documentation, certificates; verify completeness warranties and other Bid
requirements and formalities have been complied with. Incomplete Bids
may be disqualified.
Verify compliance The Bids are checked to verify that the essential RFP requirements have
been met. Non-compliant Bids may be disqualified.
Detailed Technical Detailed analysis of Bids to determine whether the Bidder is capable of
Evaluation delivering the Project in terms of business and technical requirements.
The minimum threshold for technical evaluation is [80%], any bidder
who fails to meet the minimum requirement will be disqualified and
not proceed with the evaluation of Price and Specific Goals.
Specific Goals Evaluate Specific Goals
Price Evaluation Bidders will be evaluated on price offered.
Scoring Scoring of Bids using the Evaluation Criteria.
Recommendation Report formulation and recommendation of Preferred and Reserved
Bidders
Best and Final Offer PRASA may go into the Best and Final Offer process in the instance
where no bid meets the requirements of the RFP and/or the Bids are to
close in terms of points awarded.
Approval Approval and notification of the final Bidder.
6.2 Evaluation criteria
Interested bidders for this project shall be evaluated in terms of their business credentials, financial standing,
empowerment, technical capacity and experience. The evaluation committee shall use the following
Evaluation Criteria depicted in Table 1 for the selection of the preferred bidder.
Evaluation criteria weighting
Stage 1 Compliance
Disqualifying Returnable
Stage 1
documents
Stage 2 Technical / Functionality
Technical/Functional Requirements Threshold of 80%
Total 100
Stage 3 Price and Specific Goals
Details of the stages outlined in table 1 above are presented in the following sections.
Stage 1- returnable documents
If you do not submit/meet the following mandatory documents/requirements, your bid will be automatically
disqualified. Only bidders who comply with stage 1 will be evaluated further.
No. Description of requirement
It is mandatory to attend the site briefing. Attendance and signing of
compulsory site briefing meeting register. Non-attendance of
compulsory site briefing meeting will result to disqualification.
a)
(PRASA shall verify the active status)
Bidders to fill and sign the closing /submission register on submission
of tender documents, failure to comply will result in a disqualification
from the tender process.
b)
Must be completed & duly signed
Failing will result into disqualification.
Table 2: Returnable Requirements
NB: Responsive bidder/s with incomplete returnable documents will be requested to resubmit completed documents
within working days stated by PRASA , failure which will result in automatic disqualification.
STAGE 2: TECHNICAL / FUNCTIONALITY REQUIREMENTS - (To be submitted in envelope 1)
Qualifying bidders shall then be evaluated on functionality after meeting all compliance requirements
outlined above. The minimum threshold for the technical/functionality requirements is 70% as per the
standard Evaluation Criteria presented in Table 1 above. Bidders who score below this minimum
requirement shall not be considered for further evaluation in stage 3.
Details of the technical/functional requirements are presented in the table below.
Description Points
Bidder’s Experience (number of projects completed in the selected 60
category)
Financial capability through cash flow statements indicating liquid cash 40
of more than R50 000.
Total Points 100
Table 3: Technical Evaluation Criteria
Functional evaluation criteria
Bidders are evaluated based on the functional criteria set out in this RFP. Only those Bidders which score
[80] points or higher (out of a possible 100) during the functional evaluation will be evaluated during the
second stage of the Bid.
Details of the scoring methodology presented above are outlined below:
Functionality evaluation matrix & Criteria:
Details of the detailed scoring methodology are presented below:
Funcionality criteria
Functionality type of evidence maximum scored
Criteria required points points
EXPERIENCE conforming documentation will
Appointment letter or be considered for scoring
purchase order with
corresponding The bidder must ensure that
reference letter must they submit appointment
be submitted for letters/purchase order and
previous completed corresponding signed reference
supply and delivery letters with contract name and
directly related to the contract value visible for each
selected category. project submitted that are
Any irrelevant supply directly related to the category
and delivery will not they have selected.
count as relevant
Supply, delivery and Installation
A Bidder, who of a directly related category will
attaches: be considered
5 x Appointment
letters/purchase
order/contract with
corresponding
Reference letter/ letter
indicationsuccessful
completion of work
(60 points)
4 x Appointment
letters/ purchase
order/ contract with
corresponding
Reference Letters
indicatingsuccessful
completion of work
(40 points)
3 x Appointment
letters/ purchase
order with
corresponding
Reference Letters
indicating successful
of work (30 points)
2 x Appointment
letters/ purchase
order with
corresponding
Reference Letters
indicating successful
completion of work
(20 points)
1 x Appointment letter/
purchase order with
corresponding
Reference Letters
indicating successful
completion of work
(10 points)
0 x Appointment
letters/ purchase
order with
corresponding
Reference Letters (0
points)
Valid approved and / Bidder to attach proof (approved 40
or signed off copy of cashflow statements or
Cashflow statements prepared cashflow statements)
indicating a liquid signed off by an Accountant or
cash of more than R50 registered Accounting Officer.
More than R50 documentation will result in no
000 liquid cash points being awarded.
= 40 Points
Less than R50
000 and Above
R20000 liquid
cash = 20
Points
Methodology
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Bidders must provide a technical proposal including a methodology for supply and delivery, demonstrating how they will meet the on-time-in-full (OTIF) delivery requirements and respond to task orders. The proposal should include an executive summary and follow a clear methodology.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Bidders must submit evidence of completed projects and track record in supplying electrical materials, specifically for categories such as cables and wires, signs and licences, insulators and isolators, steel components, consumables, and general electrical material. Appointment letters and reference letters must be provided for each project.
Quality Management
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Suppliers must be accredited by relevant accreditation bodies, especially quality assurance bodies. Materials must be approved by SABS or other internationally recognized quality assurance bodies. Quality assurance certificates may be required before issuing a task order.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdfTENDER FORM (PRICING SCHEDULE) Form C
8.1 All responses to the RFP should be submitted in two sealed envelopes/boxes; the first envelop/box
shall have the technical and compliance response, the second envelop/box shall only have the financial
response and BBBEE response.
8.2 Bidders are required to package their response/Bid as follows:
Volume 1 (Envelop 1/Package 1)
Part A: Returnable Documents Requirements Response
Part B: Technical or Functional Response (response to scope of work)
Volume 2 (Envelop 2/ Package 2)
Part C: Financial Proposal and Specific Goals
Volume 2 should be submitted in a separate sealed envelope. Bidders should make their pricing
offer in envelop 2/package 2.
8.3 Bidders must submit 1 original response and may submit copies and an electronic version which
must be contained in a Memory Card/External hard drive etc clearly marked in the Bidders name.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Bid Bond: BID BONDS (WHERE APPLICABLE).........................................41
4 ownership of design....................................................................................................... 41
5 service levels..........................................................................................
Health & Safety
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdfbasis of any investment decision by Bidders. The recipient should not consider the document as an
investment recommendation by PRASA or any of its advisers.
Each person to whom this document (and other later documents) is made available must make his own
independent assessment of the Project after making such investigation and taking such professional advice
as he/she or it deems necessary. Neither the receipt of this document or any related document by any
person, nor any information contained in the documents or distributed with them or previously or
subsequently communicated to any Bidder or its advisers, is to be taken as constituting the giving of an
investment advice by PRASA or its advisers.
Draft Contract Annexure 1
RFP Appendixes Annexure 3
In this RFP, unless inconsistent with or otherwise indicated by the context –
4.1 headings have been inserted for convenience only and should not be taken into account in
interpreting the RFP;
4.2 any reference to one gender shall include the other gender;
4.3 words in the singular shall include the plural and vice versa;
4.4 any reference to natural persons shall include legal persons and vice versa;
4.5 words defined in a specific clause have the same meaning in all other clauses of the RFP, unless
the contrary is specifically indicated;
4.6 any reference to the RFP, schedule or appendix, shall be construed as including a reference to any
RFP, schedule or appendix amending or substituting that RFP, schedule or appendix;
4.7 the schedules, appendices and Briefing Notes issued pursuant to this RFP, form an indivisible part
of the RFP and together with further clarifying and amending information provided by PRASA,
constitute the body of RFP documentation which must be complied with by Bidders;
4.8 in the event of any inconsistency between this RFP or other earlier information published with regard
to the Project, the information in this RFP shall prevail; and
4.9 this RFP shall be governed by and applied in accordance with South African law.
Africa, 65 masabalala yengwa avenue, greyville, durban station, shosholoza
MEYL WAITING AREA on the 03 SEPTEMEBR 2026, at 10h00 am. [Bidders to provide own
transportation and accommodation] Strictly wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The briefing
session will start punctually, and information will not be repeated for the benefit of Bidders arriving late.
2.1 A Certificate of Attendance in the form set out in Form D ................ hereto must be completed and
submitted with your Proposal as proof of attendance is required for a compulsory site meeting and/or
i.e original/copy/electronic.
8.4 Bidders should ensure that their response to the RFP is in accordance with the structure of this
document.
8.5 Where Bidders are required to sign forms, they are required to do so using preferably black ink
pen.
8.6 Any documents forming part of the original responses to RFP but which are not original in nature,
should be certified as a true copy by a Commissioner of Oaths.
8.7 Each response to RFP must be in English and submitted in A4 format, except other graphic
illustrations, which may not exceed A3 format, unless the contrary is specifically allowed for in
this RFP. Responses to RFP should be neatly and functionally bound, preferably according to
their different sections.
8.8 The original responses to RFP must be signed by a person duly authorized by each consortium
member and Subcontractor to sign on their behalf, which authorization must form part of the
responses to RFP as proof of authorization. By signing the responses to RFP the signatory
warrants that all information supplied by it in its responses to RFP is true and correct and that
the responses to RFP and each party whom the responses to RFP signatory represents,
considers themselves subject to and bound by the terms and conditions of this RFP.
8.9 The responses to RFP formulation should be clear and concise and follow a clear methodology
which responses to RFP should explain upfront in a concise Executive Summary and follow
throughout the responses to RFP.
8.10 Responses to RFP must provide sufficient information and detail in order to enable PRASA to
evaluate the responses to RFP, but should not provide unnecessary detail which does not add
value and detracts from the ability of PRASA to effectively evaluate and understand the
responses to RFP. The use of numbered headings, bullet points, sections, appendices and
schedules are encouraged.
8.11 Information submitted as part of a responses to RFP should as far as possible, be orderly
according to the order of the required information requested by PRASA. All pages should be
consecutively numbered.
8.12 Responses to RFP should ensure that each requirement contained in the RFP is succinctly
addressed. Responses to RFP should as far as possible use the terms and definitions applied in
this RFP and should clearly indicate its interpretation of any differing terminology applied.
8.13 Response to RFP documents are to be submitted to the address specified in this RFP, and
Bidders should ensure that the original and copies (where applicable) are identical in all
respects as PRASA will not accept any liability for having disqualified a bidder for failing to
provide a mandatory returnable document.
8.14 Unless otherwise expressly stated, all Proposals furnished pursuant to this RFP shall be
deemed to be offers. Any exceptions to this statement must be clearly and specifically indicated.
8.15 Any additional conditions must be embodied in an accompanying letter. Subject only to clause
16 [Alterations made by the Bidder to Bid Prices] of the General Bid Conditions, alterations,
additions or deletions must not be made by the Bidder to the actual RFP documents.
8.16 Bidders are required to review the Contract. Bidders may further amend and/ or delete any part
of the Draft Contract where they deem fit to do so. Where Bidders have amended and or deleted
any part of the Contract, it must be clearly visible by using track changes and must ensure that
the disc copy of their bid submission for the Draft Contract is in word version and not password
protected. It must be noted that the marked-up Contract will form part of contract
negotiations processes with the preferred bidder.
10.1 Bidders should ensure that they comply with all the requirements of the RFP and if Bidders fail
to submit any of the required documents, such Bids may, at the sole discretion of PRASA, be
disqualified. PRASA reserves the right to call a Bidder to provide additional documents which
may have not been submitted.
10.2 The successful Bidder [hereinafter referred to as the Service Provider] shall be in full and
complete compliance with any and all applicable laws and regulations.
11 national treasury’s central supplier database
Bidders are required to self-register on National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD) which has
been established to centrally administer supplier information for all organs of state and facilitate the
verification of certain key supplier information. Only foreign suppliers with no local registered entity
need not register on the CSD. The CSD can be accessed at https://secure.csd.gov.za. Bidders are
required to provide the following to PRASA in order to enable it to verify information on the CSD:
Supplier Number: ____________ Unique registration reference number: _____________.
CRS CIDB Number: ____________
performance which could affect status in the panel and other future projects. Improve compliance with
legislation and safety requirements. Improve customer satisfaction.
3.3CURRENT Mechanisms in place to address the problem
Contractual Terms
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdfbe comprehensive or true and correct. Neither PRASA nor any of its advisers accept any liability or
responsibility for the adequacy, accuracy, or completeness of any of the information or opinions stated in
any document.
implied, is or will be given by PRASA, or any of its officers, employees, agents or advisers with respect to
the information or opinions contained in any document or on which any document is based. Any liability in
respect of such representations or warranties, howsoever arising is hereby expressly disclaimed.
contained in the information provided by PRASA, or any of its officers, employees, agents or advisers (the
“Confidential Information Provided”). The Confidential Information provided may be made available to
Bidder’s subcontractors, employees and professional advisers who are directly involved in the appraisal of
such information (who must be made aware of the obligation of confidentiality) but shall not, either in the
whole or in part, be copied, reproduced, distributed or otherwise made available to any other party in any
circumstances without the prior written consent of PRASA, nor may it be used for any other purpose than
that for which it is intended.
have been made available (otherwise than through a breach of a confidentiality obligation). Bidders, Key
Modify the RFP’s goods / service(s) / works and request Bidders to re-bid on any changes;
Withdraw, amend the RFP at any time without prior notice and liability to compensate or
reimburse any bidder;
Reject any Proposal which does not conform to instructions and specifications which are
detailed herein;
Disqualify Proposals submitted after the stated submission deadline;
Call a bidder to provide additional documents which PRASA may require which have not been
submitted to PRASA;
Withdraw the RFP on good cause shown;
Award a contract in connection with this Proposal at any time after the RFP’s closing date;
Make no award at all;
Validate any information submitted by Bidders in response to this bid. This would include, but is
not limited to, requesting the Bidders to provide supporting evidence. By submitting a bid,
Bidders hereby irrevocably grant the necessary consent to PRASA to do so;
Request annual financial statements prepared and signed off by a professional accountant or
other documentation for the purposes of a due diligence exercise; and/or
Not accept any changes or purported changes by the Bidder to the bid rates after the closing
date and/or after the award of the business, unless the contract specifically provided for it.
Obligations........................................................................................................................... 15
7 communication....................................................................................................................18
8 confidentiality...................................................................................................................18
9 instructions for completing the RFP................................................................. 19
10 RFP timetable.......................................................................................................................21
11 legal compliance............................................................................................................. 22
12 national treasury’s central supplier database.......................................22
13 tax compliance...................................................................................................................22
14 protection of personal data...................................................................................23
Section 2 : background, overview and scope of requirements................ 24
1 introduction and background................................................................................24
2 overview................................................................................................................................. 24
3 key objectives of the RFP........................................................................................... 25
4 scope of work.....................................................................................................................25
5 evaluation methodology............................................................................................26
6 post tender negotiations (if applicable).........................................................39
7 best and final offer.......................................................................................................39
8 final contract award................................................................................................... 39
9 fairness and transparency.......................................................................................39
Section 3 : pricing and delivery schedule................................................................40
1 pricing...................................................................................................................................... 40
2 disclosure of prices quoted....................................................................................41
3 perfromance and bid bonds (where applicable).........................................41
4 ownership of design....................................................................................................... 41
5 service levels.....................................................................................................................41
6 total cost of ownership and continuous improvement initiatives 42
7 financial stability............................................................................................................43
8 validity of returnable documents......................................................44
9 certificate of acquaintance with RFP terms and conditions ............... 45
11 conditions of tender.......................................................................................................52
completion thereof, will be treated with strict confidence. Should the need however arise to divulge any
information gleaned from provision of the Services, which is either directly or indirectly related to
PRASA’s business, written approval to divulge such information should be obtained from PRASA.
7.2 Bidders must clearly indicate whether any information submitted or requested from PRASA is
confidential or should be treated confidentially by PRASA. In the absence of any such clear indication in
writing, PRASA shall deem the response to the RFP to have waived any right to confidentiality and treat
such information as public in nature.
7.3 By participating in the bidding process and submitting documentation you consent that we may process
the same for the purposes of the bid. We may disclose your information [including your personal
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Category 1: CABLES AND WIRES
Category 2: SIGNS AND LICENCES
Category 3: INSULATORS AND ISOLATORS Category 4: STEEL COMPONENTS
Category 5: CONSUMABLES
Category 6: GENERAL ELECTRICAL MATERIAL
4.1 Insurance requirements for the project
4.1.1Insurance against Works and Goods.
4.1.2Insurance against public liabilities (death or injury to any person, or loss of or damage to any property)
4.2PRASA’S Responsibilities
constraints, and other specified performance requirements:
6.1 Delivery should be effective within 14 working days or less after a PO has been issued, unless
specifically indicated otherwise. Failure to deliver within this period will constitute breach of a contract and
liable for termination and removal from the panel which will affect future opportunities.
6.2 Should the supplier fail to comply as 6.1 then the supplier must submit communication from its
manufacturer proving or indicating delivery period that is different from the duration stipulated above. Failure
to do so will constitute breach of contract and liable to similar conditions as above. Communication referred
to should be the communication that occurred within 21 day working period.
6.3 where the supplier is a manufacturer such must be indicated at the time of tender and quality assurance
and accreditation supporting the manufacturing capabilities must be submitted with the tender.
6.4 The following are the different categories of materials to be procured and their listings:
Special Conditions
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Delivery must be effective within 14 working days of a purchase order, unless otherwise indicated. Failure to deliver may result in termination and removal from the panel. Suppliers must be accredited by relevant quality assurance bodies, and materials must be SABS approved or equivalent. Insurance requirements include coverage for works and goods, and public liability.
Requirements
Source: RFP Master Document For Electrical Material.pdf (RFP)Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide their CSD number. Tax compliance is mandatory; bidders must provide a Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN. Bidders must submit a signed JV/consortium agreement if applicable. Financial capability must be proven by cash flow statements showing liquid cash of more than R50,000.
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close in terms of points awarded.
6.2 Evaluation criteria
empowerment, technical capacity and experience. The evaluation committee shall use the following
Evaluation Criteria depicted in Table 1 for the selection of the preferred bidder.
Evaluation criteria weighting
Stage 1 Compliance
Stage 2 Technical / Functionality
Stage 3 Price and Specific Goals
Details of the stages outlined in table 1 above are presented in the following sections.
Stage 1- returnable documents
disqualified. Only bidders who comply with stage 1 will be evaluated further.
STAGE 2: TECHNICAL / FUNCTIONALITY REQUIREMENTS - (To be submitted in envelope 1)
Qualifying bidders shall then be evaluated on functionality after meeting all compliance requirements
outlined above. The minimum threshold for the technical/functionality requirements is 70% as per the
standard Evaluation Criteria presented in Table 1 above. Bidders who score below this minimum
requirement shall not be considered for further evaluation in stage 3.
Description Points
Total Points 100
Table 3: Technical Evaluation Criteria
Functional evaluation criteria
Bidders are evaluated based on the functional criteria set out in this RFP. Only those Bidders which score
[80] points or higher (out of a possible 100) during the functional evaluation
Sbd 6.1 Preference points claim form in terms of the
PPPFA Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (as amended from
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.
Act 4 of 2006
Relevant to electricity, generation, transmission, distribution and energy-service procurement.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance. Relevant because this tender appears to involve petroleum, oil, gas, fuel, or energy-resource services.
Act 107 of 1998
Relevant where environmental authorisations, EIAs or environmental compliance may apply.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance. Relevant because this tender appears to involve petroleum, oil, gas, fuel, or energy-resource services.
Act 85 of 1993
Sets health and safety duties for contractors, employers and service providers working on public-sector sites.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance. Relevant because this tender appears to involve petroleum, oil, gas, fuel, or energy-resource services.
Act 28 of 2002
Relevant to mineral resources, mining rights, prospecting and mining-related procurement.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve petroleum, oil, gas, fuel, or energy-resource services.
Act 40 of 2004
Relevant to regulated electricity, piped-gas and petroleum-pipeline activities.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve electricity, power supply, energy infrastructure, generators, or energy maintenance.
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Key Personnel
80
Criteria
Name
Bidder's Experience
Points
60
Evidence
Appointment letter or purchase order with corresponding reference letter for previous completed supply and delivery projects directly related to selected category
Scoring
Projects directly related to the selected category with complete documentation
Name
Cash Flow
Points
40
Evidence
Company cash flow statement demonstrating financial stability
Scoring
Financial capability to undertake the project
Price
Criteria
Bidders will be evaluated on price offered
Weighting
80:20 preferential procurement
Method
80/20 preferential point scoring system for B-BBEE
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