Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
Koch Street - Salvokop - Pretoria - 0002
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
10 Sept 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-169866
Statistics south africa requires the supply of stationery items, including finger pads, self-adhesive labels, pens, scissors, staple removers, a5 notebooks, and correction rollers, with quantities specified in the pricing schedule. Bids must be submitted with firm prices only, valid for 30 days, and close at 11:00 on 16 september 2026. The most consequential requirement is that only firm prices will be accepted; any non-firm pricing will be disqualified.
Bids must be submitted to Statistics South Africa, Private Bag X44, Pretoria, 0001, ISIbalo House, Koch Street, Salvokop, Pretoria, 0002, by 11:00 on 16 September 2026.
Only firm prices will be accepted; non-firm prices (including those subject to exchange rate variations) will be disqualified.
Pricing must be completed on the Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices (SBD 3.1), with line-item prices exclusive of VAT and the grand total inclusive of VAT.
The offer must remain valid for 30 days from the closing date.
VAT may only be charged by suppliers registered as VAT vendors with SARS; suppliers charging VAT must be registered.
Bidders claiming preference points must complete the Preference Points Claim (SBD 6.1).
The full list of stationery items and quantities is specified in the pricing schedule (SBD 3.1).
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 16 September 2026 - 11:00
Venue
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All documents must be send to [email protected]
Categories
Request for Quotation
Koch Street - Salvokop - Pretoria - 0002
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Contact Information
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf (TENDER)10 Sept
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
16 Sept
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf
Statistics South Africa invites bids for the supply and delivery of stationery. The tender will be evaluated on the 80/20 preference point system, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals based on equity ownership by Black people, women, youth, and people with disabilities.
Standard Bidding Document(SBD4).pdf
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Standard Bidding Document(SBD1).pdf
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Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf
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Statistics South Africa, ISIbalo House, Koch Street, Salvokop, Pretoria, 0002. Email: [email protected]. Tel: +27 12 310 8911.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf (TENDER)Returnable documents: SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form, completed and signed. Supporting proof for any specific goal points claimed must accompany the bid. Bids must be submitted to Statistics South Africa, Private Bag X44, Pretoria, 0001. Closing time is 11:00 on the closing date.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf (TENDER)The 80/20 preference point system applies (for requirements up to R50 million). Price scores a maximum of 80 points; specific goals score a maximum of 20 points. Specific goals and maximum points: Black ownership 10, Woman ownership 5, Youth ownership 3, Disability 2. Points for equity ownership are calculated using the formula NEP = NOP x EP / 100. Bidders claiming points must provide proof: certified ID and company registration documents (not older than 6 months) for Black, Woman, and Youth; a medical certificate from an HPCSA-registered practitioner for disability. Failure to submit proof means no points are claimed.
Technical Specifications
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf (TENDER)income-generating contracts) shall be
Compliance Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf (TENDER)Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide a CSD full detail report to substantiate ownership equity. Certified CIPC and identity documents must not be older than 6 months. Tax compliance status (SARS tax pin) is implied by the required supporting documents.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf (TENDER)This tender uses the 80/20 preference point system (for requirements up to R50 million). Points are allocated 80 for price and 20 for specific goals. Specific goals and maximum points: Black ownership 10, Woman ownership 5, Youth ownership 3, Disability 2. Points for equity ownership are calculated using the formula NEP = NOP x EP / 100. Bidders claiming points must provide proof: certified ID and company registration documents (not older than 6 months) for Black, Woman, and Youth; a medical certificate from an HPCSA-registered practitioner for disability. Failure to submit proof means no points are claimed.
Contractual Terms
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf (TENDER)Definitions relevant to the tender: 'all applicable taxes' includes VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF contributions and skills development levies; 'tender' means a written offer in response to an invitation; 'disability' means a permanent impairment of physical, intellectual or sensory function; 'functionality' means the ability to provide goods or services in accordance with specifications; 'price' includes all applicable taxes less unconditional discounts; 'youth' means persons aged 14 to 35, determined as at the closing date (or original closing date if extended); 'tender for income-generating contracts' includes leasing, disposal of assets and concession contracts; 'the Act' means the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000.
Section
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD6.1).pdf (TENDER)The 80/20 preference point system applies. Price is scored using the formula Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), where Pt is the tender price and Pmin is the lowest acceptable tender price. Specific goals are scored as per Table 1: Black ownership 10 points, Woman ownership 5 points, Youth ownership 3 points, Disability 2 points. Points for equity ownership are calculated as NEP = NOP x EP / 100, where NOP is the maximum points for the goal and EP is the percentage of ownership held by active directors or members. Proof required: certified ID and company registration documents (not older than 6 months) for Black, Woman, and Youth; medical certificate from an HPCSA-registered practitioner for disability. Failure to submit proof means no points are claimed.
Description
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf (TENDER)The tender is for the supply of stationery items, including a short handbook (144 pages, A5 notebook) and pen tippex roller correction, with quantities as specified in the pricing schedule.
Important Dates
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf (TENDER)Closing date: 16 September 2026 at 11:00. No briefing or site visit is mentioned.
Contact Information
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf (TENDER)Statistics South Africa, Private Bag X44, Pretoria, 0001, ISIbalo House, Koch Street, Salvokop, Pretoria, 0002. Email: [email protected]. Phone: +27 12 310 8911.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf (TENDER)Submission must be made to Statistics South Africa, Private Bag X44, Pretoria, 0001, ISIbalo House, Koch Street, Salvokop, Pretoria, 0002. Bids close at 11:00 on 16 September 2026. Only firm prices will be accepted; non-firm prices (including those subject to exchange rate variations) will not be considered. The offer must remain valid for 30 days from the closing date. All prices must be exclusive of VAT, with the grand total inclusive of VAT; VAT may only be charged by suppliers registered as VAT vendors with SARS. Returnable documents include the completed pricing schedule (SBD 3.1) and any other forms specified in the tender pack.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf (TENDER)The tender is subject to the preference points system under the PPPFA. Bidders must complete the preference points claim form (SBD 6.1) to claim B-BBEE points. The evaluation will consider firm prices only; non-firm prices will be disqualified. No further scoring details are stated in the document.
Technical Specifications
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf (TENDER)The tender is for stationery items, including a short handbook (144 pages, A5 notebook) and pen tippex roller correction items, with quantities as specified in the pricing schedule. The full list of items and quantities is provided in the pricing schedule (SBD 3.1).
Financial Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf (TENDER)Pricing must be submitted on the Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices (SBD 3.1). Only firm prices will be accepted. All line-item prices must be exclusive of VAT, with the grand total inclusive of VAT. VAT may only be charged by suppliers registered as VAT vendors with SARS. The offer must be valid for 30 days from the closing date.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD3.1) .pdf (TENDER)Bidders must complete and submit the Pricing Schedule – Firm Prices (SBD 3.1). Bidders claiming preference points must complete the Preference Points Claim (SBD 6.1). Bidders must be registered as VAT vendors with SARS if charging VAT. No other compliance requirements are stated in the document.
Important Dates
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD1).pdf (RFQ){"closingTime":"11:00 AM"}
Contact Information
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD1).pdf (RFQ){"name":null,"email":"[email protected]","phone":"+27 12 310 8911","department":null,"address":"TED TO"}
Submission Guidelines
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD1).pdf (RFQ){
"method": "Email",
"address": "[email protected]",
"format": "Bids must be delivered by the stipulated time to the correct email address.",
"returnableDocuments": "Bidders must submit proof of authority (e.g., resolution or letter of appointment) for the person signing the bid. Also required: Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number, B-BBEE status level affidavit or certificate, and any other documents specified in the SBD1."
}
Returnable Documents
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD1).pdf (RFQ)Bidders must submit proof of authority (e.g. company resolution) with the signed bid.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD1).pdf (RFQ)Preference Points
B-BBEE status level will be considered for preference points.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD1).pdf (RFQ)Bidders must ensure compliance with their tax obligations. A Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN from SARS must be provided, or if not registered, application must be made via e-Filing. If the bidder is registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), a CSD number must be provided. B-BBEE status level must be submitted to qualify for preference points.
Section
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD1).pdf (RFQ)Bidding procedure enquiries and technical enquiries: contact person Scmrfq office, telephone 012 337 6392, email [email protected]. Bid submission email: [email protected].
Contact Information
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD4).pdf (TENDER)Email: [email protected]
Phone: +27 12 310 8911
Address: Private Bag X44, Pretoria, 0001; ISIbalo House, Koch Street, Salvokop, Pretoria, 0002
Submission Guidelines
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD4).pdf (TENDER)Returnable documents: SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure) — must be completed, signed and submitted with the bid. The disclosure requires the bidder to declare whether any director, trustee, shareholder, member or partner is employed by an organ of state, and to list all CSD-registered active companies linked to all directors. Failure to disclose all such companies will lead to disqualification. The bidder must also declare any relationship with a person employed by the procuring institution, and any interest in a related enterprise. The bidder certifies that the bid has not been disclosed to any competitor and that no prohibited consultations or arrangements with the procuring institution occurred. False declarations may lead to rejection or other action.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD4).pdf (TENDER)Unable to extract eligibility criteria
Compliance Requirements
Source: Standard Bidding Document(SBD4).pdf (TENDER)No specific requirements found
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