Commercial Tenders

The Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa (Land Bank) is issuing an RFQ for suitable office space to lease in Vredendal, Western Cape. The lease term is for 3 years with an option to renew for a further 2 years. Key requirements include a minimum size of 100m² to 150m², commercial office space grading modern, grade B or A or better, located within Vredendal CBD or within a 2km radius. The space must have good visibility, be easily identifiable and accessible, and include specific amenities such as a fitted kitchen, pause area, filing/strong room facilities, ablutions accommodating people with special needs, secured premises with 24/7 access control, and HVAC. Parking for 4 secured, lockable covered bays and 2 open visitor bays is required. Bidders must provide details of tenant installation allowances and fibre/network availability. The proposed occupation date is 01 July 2026, with a proposed lease start date of 01 August 2026. The evaluation will be in two stages: Stage One: Mandatory Requirements. Bidders must comply with all mandatory requirements, including submitting a price quotation, confirming compliance with office space requirements, and submitting a building floor plan. Failure to meet any mandatory requirement will lead to disqualification. Site inspections may be conducted. Stage Two: Price and Specific Goals. This stage considers price and specific goals, with a preference for bidders compliant with Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). An 80/20 preference point system will be utilized. Essential returnable documents include proof of SARS standing, CSD registration, a completed SBD 4 disclosure form, SBD 6. 1 preference points claim form, and evidence of ownership (title deed or lease agreement). No joint ventures are allowed. Bidders must ensure tax compliance and provide a Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN. Bidders are required to sign a confidentiality agreement. The Land Bank reserves the right to amend the terms of reference. Objective criteria for award include tax compliance, CSD registration, no misrepresentation, no past non-performance, no listing on the register of tender defaulters, no conflicts of interest, no convictions for fraud or corruption, no previous contract failures, and reasonable tendered rates. Due diligence may be performed on the preferred tenderer. FICA and POPI Act compliance checks will be conducted.