01/16/2026 - SOUTH AFRICA | GT | PRETORIA
TIA is seeking to appoint a suitable and qualified service provider to conduct a study on the loss of IP, IP Leakage/Loss Study , in the NSI for consideration by the TIA Board and the Minister of Department of Science, Technology and Innovation ( DSTI). The service provider must demonstrate knowledge and practical experience in IP in the context of Research and Development ( R& D), management and commercialisation, in both the public and private sector Briefing session date: 22 January 2026 @14: 00 Closin
Appointment of a service provider to conduct a study on south africas ip loss challenge within the national system of innovation, specifically publicly funded ip
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The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is seeking a service provider to conduct a study on South Africa's IP loss challenge within the national system of innovation. Proposals must be submitted by February 10, 2026, at 11:00. The contract duration is 12 months. The study will focus on identifying and analyzing the root causes of IP loss, assessing the scale and impact, evaluating current frameworks, identifying best practices, and developing recommendations for mitigation. The proposal should be limited to 30 pages and include specific sections such as introduction, experience, approach, and budget. The evaluation will consider the quality of the proposal, the experience of the team, and the bidder's track record. The validity period is 120 days after the closing date.
The bid notice states that the required tender is 120 days after the closing date. equiredtender 120 days after closing date
The evaluation criteria are outlined in the document, including quality of proposal, experience and competence, and proven track record. in accordance with the specified requirements, all proposals will be reviewed in line with the evaluation criteria outlined below, as well as the **** preferential point system prescribed by the preferential procurement regulations of 2022.
The bidder must assign a project team with appropriate accredited IP qualifications and a proven track record in the national system of innovation. he bidder must assign a project team, with appropriate 0. 4 5 accredited ip qualifications, and with a proven track record in the national system of innovation nsi, working specifically with the ipr act, **** act no. 51 of **** and public policy research.
