This tender is for the supply and delivery of refuse bags to Umlalazi Municipality. The contract period is 36 months, commencing on 19 September 2022 and expiring on 19 September 2025. Bidders will be evaluated based on preferential procurement points for specific goals such as ownership, local business promotion, SMME development, and job creation. Functionality will be assessed based on previous experience, manufacturing capability, plant and equipment, and locality. Payment will be made monthly via electronic transfer within 30 days of invoice receipt, subject to a valid tax invoice and signed delivery note. Penalties will be applied for late delivery at R500 per calendar day. The service provider must deliver within 14 calendar days from the date of request and comply with all legislative prescripts. The municipality reserves the right to reject unacceptable standards of refuse bags. Incorrect supplies must be corrected within seven working days at the supplier's cost. The agreement may be terminated with one month's written notice or in case of poor performance. Bidders must submit audited annual financial statements if required by law and declare any outstanding undisputed commitments for municipal services. They must also declare any past supply chain management practices and any interest in other related companies. Independent bid determination is required.
The bid notice states that the supplier shall deliver within 14 calendar days from the date of request from the municipality.
The bid notice states that payment will be made monthly by the Umlalazi Council to the supplier, which payment will be made via electronic transfer of funds to the contractor's financial institution subject to receipt of a valid tax invoice. A valid tax invoice must be submitted immediately after delivery and payment shall be made in 30 days after date of invoice.
The bid notice indicates that preference points will be awarded based on specific goals such as ownership, local business promotion, SMME development, and job creation, using either the 90/10 or 80/20 preference point system.
The bid notice requires bidders to achieve a minimum of 70 out of 35 points in functionality, which includes bidders' previous experience, manufacturer of refuse bags, plant and equipment, and locality.
The bid notice states that if the contractor fails to deliver any or all of the scope of service, a penalty of R500 per calendar day of the delay will be applied until actual delivery or performance or instruction is complied with.
The bid notice states that refuse bags must be supplied from a reputable supplier with traceable references and always conform to the sample submitted with the bid.
The bid notice indicates a total price of **** for 200 bags per bale, with a subtotal of **** and VAT of ****.