South African National Parks (SANParks) has issued a strategic Request for Proposal for the appointment of service provider(s) to manufacture, supply, and deliver Rangers uniforms for a five-year period. This significant procurement opportunity, referenced as GNP-058-25-A, invites qualified manufacturers and suppliers to support conservation operations across South Africa’s national parks.
Tender Overview and Scope
The contract encompasses the end-to-end production and delivery of specialized uniforms for park rangers, including service wear, field gear, traffic law enforcement attire, and occupational footwear. Successful bidders will support SANParks’ operational readiness while adhering to strict quality, durability, and branding standards.
Uniform Categories and Specifications
Bidders may tender for one or more categories:
- Category 1: Service/Field Uniforms in Green and Camouflage patterns
- Category 2: Traffic Law Enforcement uniforms in Traffic Bronze and Biscuit
- Category 3: Occupational and safety footwear for diverse field conditions
Submission Requirements and Compliance
Proposals must include completed SBD forms, CSD registration, B-BBEE certification, company profiles, reference letters, manufacturing capacity proof, and personnel CVs. All documentation must align with SANParks’ Preferential Procurement Regulations and GCC 2015.
Evaluation Criteria and Scoring
Bids undergo a two-phase evaluation: functionality scoring (minimum 80/100) assessing experience, capacity, and methodology; followed by price and specific goals evaluation using the 90/10 preference point system.
Key Dates and Contact Details
- Published: 30 March 2026
- Closing: 11 May 2026 at 11:00
- Virtual Clarification: 14 April 2026 via MS Teams
- Contact: Lucky Mahlalela, Lucky.Mahlalela@sanparks.org, 013-735-4465
Related opportunity: SANParks Seeks Service Provider for Field Guide Training
Enquiries and Contact Details
All queries must be directed to the designated contacts. No other SANParks staff may be approached.
- Enquiries: Lucky Mahlalela (013 735 4465, Lucky.Mahlalela@sanparks.org) or Sithembile Maseko (013 735 4209, Sithembile.Maseko@sanparks.org)
Tender Documents: Download the Tender Document
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