The Road Accident Fund (RAF), a Schedule 3A public entity, has issued a Request for Quotation (PR10119446) for the appointment of a suitable service provider to render emergency medical services. This targeted, once-off procurement initiative aims to ensure the safety and well-being of attendees at a specific RAF event hosted at the KaNyamazane Assemblies of God in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga.
Scope of Services
The successful bidder will be responsible for providing comprehensive on-site emergency medical coverage for the duration of the event. Key operational deliverables include:
- Provision of one (1) fully equipped ambulance stationed on-site throughout the event.
- Deployment of two (2) qualified paramedics to remain on-site for the entire duration.
- Supply of a fully stocked, operational First Aid Kit.
- Submission of a detailed Emergency Medical Plan tailored for the planned date prior to the event.
- Service delivery specifically on 21 November 2026, from 08:00 to 16:00.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a complete and compliant documentation package. Essential submissions include:
- A valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration report reflecting an active MAAA status.
- A current SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN.
- A valid Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) certificate or sworn affidavit.
- Completed Standard Bidding Documents, including SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form).
- Proof of valid registration for all deployed paramedics with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).
Evaluation Criteria
Quotations will be evaluated based on strict adherence to the specified medical and administrative requirements. The primary evaluation criteria focus on:
- Verification of the paramedics’ professional registration (e.g., Advanced Life Support Practitioner, Emergency Care Technician, or Paramedic) with the HPCSA.
- Completeness and viability of the submitted Emergency Medical Plan.
- Overall cost-effectiveness and compliance with all returnable scheduling documents.
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Submission Guidelines
There will be no briefing session for this procurement. Bidders must note a critical submission condition: all quotations and supporting documentation must be emailed exclusively to the designated procurement address. Physical, faxed, or couriered submissions will not be accepted.
The email must be received on or before the strict closing time of 10:00 on Monday, 16 November 2026. Late submissions will be automatically rejected and not considered for evaluation. The quotation must remain valid for a period of 30 days from the closing date. For enquiries, contact Thendo Madavha at 072-492-3291 or thendoma2@raf.co.za.
Document Downloads
Prospective bidders can access the complete RFQ documentation free of charge via the official National Treasury eTender portal:
- RFQ Document PR10119446 for Emergency Services
- SBD 6.1 in Terms of PPR2022
- Standard Bidding Document (SBD 4)
- Annexure A – Security Measures
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