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The bid closing date is Thursday, 30 April 2026, at 11:00. Service providers are strongly advised to ensure that tenders are despatched allowing enough time for any unforeseen events that may delay delivery.

The bid notice states that payment shall be made into the contractor's bank account normally 30 days after the receipt of an acceptable and valid invoice. Banking details must be submitted with the contractor's first invoice.

The bid notice mentions that the contractor warrants that it is able to conclude this agreement to the satisfaction of the BankSeta.

The tender will be evaluated using the 80/20 price-preference point system. A bidder will be appointed on the highest scores, with a minimum technical functional evaluation threshold of 70%.

The bidder should submit a team leader with a qualification on NQF level 6 or higher and experience in the provision of meeting management solutions. Team members also have specific qualification and experience requirements.

The bid notice does not explicitly detail penalties for non-performance, but it does mention that BankSeta reserves the right to take action in case of false information or non-compliance.

The bid notice mentions that BankSeta reserves the right to conduct a due diligence including site visits on short-listed tender submitters before contracting.

The bid notice does not mention the submission of samples.

The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the bid results.

The bid notice states that the value of this bid is estimated to not exceed R50 000 000 all applicable taxes included.

The tender closing date is March 18, 2026, extended to March 20, 2026, at 23:55 Telkom time. Bidders must submit their tender submission link request by March 20, 2026, at 16:00 Telkom time.

The document does not explicitly detail payment terms. However, it mentions that the service provider shall be entitled to prorata payment for services carried out in terms of any adjustment to the scope of works or, in the case of termination, remuneration and/or reimbursement as described in clause 8. 4. 4 of the standard professional services contract. It also states that interest will not be payable on accounts due to the successful bidder in the event of a dispute.

The service provider warrants that it is duly organised, registered and existing under the laws of the Republic of South Africa, that all personnel will have the necessary skills, qualifications and experience, that it has full power and authority to execute the contract, and that the contract will constitute legal, valid and binding obligations. The service provider also warrants that none of its members have breached provisions related to past or current contracts.

Tenders will be evaluated in three stages: 1. Responsiveness (including administrative responsiveness and prequalifiers), 2. Financial and preferential evaluation (based on price and BBBEE status, using an 80/20 or 90/10 preference point system), and 3. Risk analysis (objective criteria including tax compliance, CSD registration, no misrepresentation, no listing on tender defaulters register, no conflicts of interest, and financial health).

Bidders must attend the compulsory online and onsite briefing sessions. They must also submit all compulsory returnable schedules and documents as listed in Part B. Specific prequalifying criteria include attendance of compulsory briefings, completion of a declaration of default and termination, and successful completion of a minimum of one social infrastructure project in the last 10 years with a contract value not less than R80,000,****, specific professional registrations and experience levels are required for team members.

The daily penalty is 1. 00% of the contract price up to a maximum amount of 15% of the contract price, applicable where the employer and service provider have agreed a specific delivery date for a specified part of the services. If penalties are exhausted, the employer may terminate the contract or require a third party to complete the work at the service provider's cost.

A compulsory onsite briefing session is scheduled for March 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM CAT. This implies a site visit or at least an opportunity to view the site context.

The cutoff date for tender queries is March 16, 2026, at 16:00 Telkom time. Any complaints about the tendering process must be submitted in writing to the tender manager immediately upon the cause of the complaint arising or becoming known to the bidder.

The extended closing date for tender submissions is March 20, 2026, at 23:55 Telkom time.

Payment terms are detailed within the contract data and pricing instructions, with specific milestones and reimbursement for approved expenses. The contract price is based on a percentage of the project costs, subject to adjustments for scope changes and budget dictates.

The service provider warrants that it is duly organized, registered, and existing under the laws of South Africa, has the necessary skills and qualifications, and that the contract will constitute legal, valid, and binding obligations.

Tenders will be evaluated in four stages: responsiveness, financial and preferential evaluation (80/20 or 90/10 system), and risk analysis. Final award will be based on the best value for money, risk allocation, and risk profile of the bidder.

Bidders must attend compulsory briefing sessions, submit all compulsory returnable schedules and documents, and meet specific prequalifying criteria related to experience and professional registration.

A daily penalty of 1. 00% of the contract price, up to a maximum of 15% of the contract price, may apply if a specific delivery date is agreed upon and not met. The employer may also terminate the contract if penalties are exhausted.

A compulsory onsite briefing session is scheduled for March 11, 2026, at 11:00 CAT at the corner of Sydney and Rick Turner Francois Road, Congella.

The cutoff date for tender queries is March 16, 2026, at 16:00 Telkom time.

The bid notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the services, but it mentions that the expected date services are required will be confirmed upon appointment.

The bid notice does not specify payment terms.

The bid notice does not specify warranty requirements.

The bid notice states that the evaluation will be based on the 80/20 preference point system, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals.

The service provider must submit proof in the form of a certificate that their facilitator trainer is qualified and has obtained at least a Certified Professional Coder or Certified Professional Associate from the American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC) or a higher certificate in diagnostics and procedural coding.

The bid notice does not specify penalties.

The bid notice states that there is no compulsory briefing session or site visit.

The bid notice does not require sample submission.

The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenging the bid.

The bid notice does not specify an estimated total value.