The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) invites qualified printing service providers to submit proposals for appointment to a panel of external printing service providers under tender reference RFP/LOG/2026/10247838/12. This strategic three-year contract supports the SABC Print Room’s mandate to deliver high-quality, cost-effective printing solutions for the national broadcaster’s diverse operational and content production requirements.
Tender Overview and Strategic Purpose
This Request for Proposal establishes a panel of pre-qualified printing service providers to handle specialized, high-volume, and time-sensitive printing projects. The initiative enables the SABC to access flexible, competitive printing capacity while maintaining stringent quality control and turnaround standards essential for broadcast media operations.
Scope of Services and Technical Requirements
The appointed panel providers will deliver:
- Commercial-grade digital and litho printing for magazines, booklets, calendars, and promotional materials
- Full-colour and black-and-white printing with precise finishing (stapling, binding, embossing)
- Digital mock-ups and printed samples for client approval prior to production runs
- Delivery to SABC Auckland Park offices with secure packaging to prevent damage
- Quality assurance protocols including colour consistency and error-free finishing
Evaluation Framework and Preference Points
Proposals undergo two-phase assessment: functionality scoring (minimum 70/100 threshold) followed by price and preference evaluation using the 80/20 system. Price accounts for 80 points; specific goals contribute 20 points, including 10 points for EME/SME 51% black ownership, 5 points for general black ownership, 3 points for black women ownership, and 2 points for black youth participation.
Mandatory Submission Requirements
- Valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- Completed SBD forms (SBD 1, 4, 6.1, 8, 9)
- SARS tax compliance status or TCS PIN
- B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit for preference point claims
- Proof of relevant commercial printing experience with public sector or media clients
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Key Dates and Submission Details
- Published: Thursday, 28 May 2026
- Closing: Friday, 19 June 2026 at 12:00
- Submission Email: RFPSubmissions@sabc.co.za (exclusively)
- Delivery Location: Corner Artillery and Henley Road, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2006
- Briefing Session: None scheduled
- Bid Validity: 90 days from closing date
Document Access and Enquiries
Download the complete RFP specification via the National Treasury eTender Portal: 2026RFP Printing Services Panel Tender Document
For procedural or technical enquiries, contact Israel at Tenderqueries@sabc.co.za or 011-714-4644. Submit compliant, competitive proposals before the 19 June deadline to support South Africa’s public broadcasting mandate.
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