Communication Tool Tenders

Bids must be delivered by 12h00 on 17 November 2026. The document states: closing date: 17 november 2026closing time: 12h00.

Payment is made within 30 days after receipt of invoice. The document states: within 30 thirty days after receipt of an invoice accompanied by the delivery note.

Equipment must be supplied with manufacturer warranties. The document states: provision of manufacturer warranties where applicable and be supplied with applicable warranties and guarantees.

Evaluation uses functionality (70 points minimum) then price (80 points) and specific goals (20 points). The document states: bidders should score 70 out of 100 toproceed to: **** price 80 points specific goals 20 points.

Bidders must be registered on CSD, registered with CIPC, and have valid tax compliance. The document states: be registered on the central supplier database csd and possess a valid tax compliance status issued by sars.

Objections must be lodged within 14 days, appeals within 21 days. The document states: within 14 days of the decision or action, lodge a written objection and within 21 days of the date of the notification of the decision.

Failure to submit required documents leads to disqualification. The document states: potential bidders are urged to submit the following. . . failure to do the right not to accept the whole or any part of theso will lead to disqualification.

Bids must be delivered by the stipulated time to the correct address. The closing date is 5 November 2026 at 12h00. bids must be delivered by the stipulated time to the correct address

Payment will be made within 30 days after receipt of an invoice accompanied by the delivery note. payment for the goodsworks delivered in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract, within 30 thirty days after receipt of an invoice

The 80/20 preference point system applies, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. the **** preference point system will be applicable in this tender

Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and be tax compliant. if bidders are not compliant with all applicable legislative requirements, as per csd

Bids may be rejected if not compliant with peremptory requirements, including incomplete documentation, late submission, or use of correction fluid. a bid not complying with the peremptory requirements stated hereunder will be regarded as not being an acceptable bid

Deliveries must be completed within 30 working days from receipt of the purchase order. the contractor shall ensure that deliveries are completed within thirty (30) working days from the date of receipt of the purchase order.

Payment is processed upon confirmation of 100% delivery. Part-payment may be authorized at 80% delivery, with 90% of invoice value paid and 10% retained for 3 months. payment shall only be processed upon confirmation of one hundred percent (100%) delivery of the goods ordered

The warranty remains valid for 12 months after delivery and acceptance, or 18 months after shipment, whichever concludes earlier. This warranty shall remain valid for twelve (12) months after the goods. . . have been delivered to and accepted at the final destination

Price (80 points) and specific goals (20 points) using the 80/20 preference point system. price 80 specific goals 20 total points for price and specific goals 100

Bidders must submit a full CSD report, signed SBD forms, and demonstrate experience in supply of educational materials. The bidder must demonstrate proven experience in the supply and delivery of educational, teaching and learning support materials (LTSM)

Penalty of 1% of the value of the outstanding or delayed portion per completed week of delay, subject to a maximum cumulative penalty of 10%. a penalty equal to one percent (1%) of the value of the outstanding or delayed portion of the order for each completed week of delay

Samples are required for evaluation. prospective bidders that have been shortlisted in stage 3 will be required to submit sample as shall be directed.

Failure to complete the pricing schedule in full may render the bid non-responsive. failure to complete the pricing schedule in full may render the bid nonresponsive.

Completed bids must arrive before the closing date and time of 28 August 2026 at 11:00.

Responsive bids will firstly be evaluated on functionality and thereafter on an 80/20 preference points system.

Bidders must be competent and technically competent suppliers. Bidders must register on the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database (CSD) prior to submitting bids. Negotiations for the bid award will only be concluded with the qualifying bidders who isare registered on the CSD and whose key information outlined in this bid document is in order.

Noncompliance with all submission requirements, such as the USB for traditional submission, amongst other criteria as per section 1. 21, will lead to the disqualification of the bidders.