Data Processing Tenders

The bid proposal must be deposited in the bid box of Gert Sibande District Municipality on or before the closing date of 28 April 2026 at 12h00.

The bid notice states that payment will be made within 30 days after receipt of invoices.

The bid notice states that the district municipality is not obliged to appoint the bidder with the lowest price but will consider the bidder scoring the highest number of points in line with the set criteria.

Tenderers must have the necessary skills, experience and capacity to perform the required work. All bidders must be registered on the central supplier database (CSD).

The bid notice mentions that the council may, in addition to other legal remedies, repudiate the bid or declare the contract invalid if the bidder has acted in a fraudulent or corrupt manner.

There will be a compulsory briefing session on the 15 April 2026 at Gert Sibande District Municipality, Level 2 Auditorium Boardroom at 11:00 am.

The bid notice states that assessment is based on audited annual financial statements and key financial ratios, with points awarded for financial ratios above industry benchmarks (10 points), meeting industry benchmarks (8 points), and marginal financial performance (5 points). Marginal financial performance is defined as at least 80% of the industry benchmark. Financial position considered unsustainable receives 0 points. The bid notice also mentions that during later phases, the ECDC intends to give preference to collaborations of investors who take on development partners using fair and transparent principles and that are engaged in long-term agreements which could sufficiently mentor and uplift the skills of the development partner such that they could be considered as a lead investor in future proposals.

The bid notice states that mandatory supporting documents include proof of funding raised, loan agreements or bond facilities, and in-principle funding letters. Financial health and sustainability are assessed based on audited annual financial statements and key financial ratios. It is also a requirement that entities that conduct business with government entities should be compliant in the following manner: be registered on CSD prior award and be tax compliant prior award.