Satellite Communication Tenders

The ranking of the bidders pricing is done with lowest priced bid receiving the maximum points either 80 or 90 and the remainder ranked in relation to the lowest priced bid.

Bidders must submit a valid BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit for EMES QSES to qualify for preference points.

Failure to meet performance levels may result in a penalty, and termination of contract may apply.

Bids will not be considered from persons in the service of the state, companies with directors who are persons in the service of the state, or close corporations with members persons in the service of the state.

The bid closing date is 25 May 2026.

The service provider will be remunerated in South African Rands, on a fixed price inclusive of VAT for the service rendered. Payment will be made within 30 days of receipt of the approved invoice according to an agreed payment schedule.

The evaluation will be evaluated as follows: Administrative compliance, Mandatory compliance, and then based on price and specific goals using the 80/20 preference point system.

Bidders must ensure compliance with their tax obligations and submit their unique personal identification number (PIN) issued by SARS. Bidders are also required to submit an active B-BBEE certificate or affidavit to claim preference points.

Bids documents must not be included in packages containing samples. Such bids may be rejected as being invalid.

Failure to provide or comply with any of the particulars required in the bid document may render the bid invalid. Any alteration made by the respondent must be initialed; if not initialed, the respondent may be disqualified. Use of correcting fluid is prohibited.

The bid submission closing date is 19 May 2026 at 11:00 Central African Time (CAT). For online submissions, a secure portal link must be requested by 15 May 2026 at 16:00 CAT.

The bid notice does not explicitly state the payment terms. However, the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) mention that payments shall be made promptly by the purchaser, but in no case later than thirty 30 days after submission of an invoice or claim by the supplier.

The General Conditions of Contract (GCC) state that the supplier warrants that the goods supplied are new, unused, of the most recent or current models, and incorporate all recent improvements. This warranty typically remains valid for twelve 12 months after delivery and acceptance, or eighteen 18 months after shipment, unless specified otherwise.

The bid evaluation process involves three stages: administrative requirements, mandatory requirements, and a price preference points system (80/20). The award will be based on price and specific goals, considering factors such as black-owned and black woman-owned suppliers.

Bidders must meet administrative requirements, including tax compliance, registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), and submission of completed ATNS bid forms. Mandatory requirements include attendance at a compulsory briefing session, proof of company experience, valid letter of good standing with COIDA compliance, proof of CIDB registration (grading 3SF or higher), and SAQCC registration as a commissioner for gas suppression and fire detection systems.

The General Conditions of Contract (GCC) state that if the supplier fails to deliver any or all of the goods or to perform the services within the specified periods, the purchaser shall deduct from the contract price, as a penalty, a sum calculated on the delivered price of the delayed goods or unperformed services. The purchaser may also consider termination of the contract.

A compulsory physical briefing session will be held on 14 April 2026 at 11:00 CAT at ATNS FAOR Station, 14 Bonaero Dr, Bonaero Park, Kempton Park, ****.

The bid notice does not indicate any requirement for sample submission.

The bid notice does not explicitly state a deadline for challenging the bid. However, the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) mention a process for settlement of disputes, which can involve mediation and court proceedings.