The Department of Defence has issued an open tender (CPSC/B/311/2025R) for the supply and delivery of specialized military tents. This strategic procurement aims to bolster the Force Prep Border Management operations in the Free State, ensuring robust field infrastructure for the South African National Defence Force (SANDF).
Scope of Supply and Operational Support
The mandate requires the provision of complete canvas water-resistant hip roof military tents in two specific sizes: 16×16 meters and 16×32 meters. These units are critical for establishing secure, weather-proof operational bases along the border management corridor.
Technical Specifications
The requirement includes two types of military-grade tents with specific technical specifications:
16x32m Hip Roof Military Tents:
- Total tent size: 10.0m (length) x 5.0m (width) x 3.6m (height)
- Packed weight: Not more than 115kg
- Tent roof: Not less than 550gsm
- Tent walls: Not less than 450gsm
- Ground sheet material: 550gsm
- Wall poles: 14 units – 1830 x 25mm
- Centre poles: 2 units – 3600 x 50mm
16x16m Hip Roof Military Tents:
- Total tent size: 5.0m (length) x 5.0m (width) x 3.2m (height)
- Packed weight: 75kg
- Tent roof: Not less than 550gsm
- Tent walls: Not less than 450gsm
- Ground sheet material: 550gsm coated
- Wall poles: 8 units – 1830 x 25mm
- Centre poles: 1 unit – 3200 x 50mm
Strict Technical Specifications and Functionality
Bidders must achieve a 100% functionality threshold to qualify. The specifications dictate precise packed weights, dimensions, and material durability, including a minimum of 550gsm for tent roofs and 450gsm for walls and groundsheet materials. Furthermore, bidders must submit a full-colour manufacturer catalogue and a valid 12-month guarantee for the supplied tents.
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Mandatory Compliance and Submission Protocols
Proposals must be physically submitted in sealed envelopes to the Central Procurement Service Centre (CPSC). Bidders are reminded that the bid box closes daily between 11:00 and 12:00, but submissions can be handed in at the CPSC Bid Receipt Section during this window.
- Closing Date: Wednesday, 29 July 2026
- Closing Time: 11:00
- Submission Venue: CPSC, Eco-Origin Office Park, Block E, 349 Witch Hazel Avenue, Centurion
Enquiries and Document Access
For technical specifications, contact Colonel J.H. Motene at 084-533-9093. For bidding procedures, contact Captain M.G. Mmekwa at MMANTWA.MMEKWA@DOD.MIL.ZA or 012-649-6642. No briefing session is scheduled.
Download CPSC/B/311/2025R Bid Document
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