The National Research Foundation invites CIDB Grade 1GB or higher service providers to supply, deliver, and install heavy-duty vertical fabric blinds at its Pretoria office, with a compulsory site inspection scheduled for 3 July.
Tender Overview
The South African Environmental Observation Network (SAEON), operating under the National Research Foundation (NRF), has released Request for Quotation RFQ/SAEON/NATIONAL OFFICE/VERTICAL BLINDS/78/2026 for the appointment of a suitable CIDB Grade 1GB or higher service provider to supply, deliver, and install heavy-duty vertical fabric blinds for its office in Pretoria Central. The NRF is a Schedule 3A Public Entity established by the National Research Foundation Act, Act 23 of 1998.
Scope of Work
The successful bidder will supply and install custom-manufactured heavy-duty vertical blinds for multiple offices across the premises, including kitchens, with a total of 21 units requiring the removal of existing blinds.
Key requirements include:
- Chain-operated slat rotation and cord-operated opening/closing mechanisms
- 100% polyester PVC-coated or treated fabric (minimum 300g/m²)
- Blockout (100% light exclusion) or Dim-out (95% light reduction) options
- Minimum 90% UV protection with navy blue finish
- 180-degree vane rotation and individual slat replacement capability
Compulsory Site Inspection
Date: Friday, 03 July 2026
Time: 10:00
Venue: 211 Nana Sita Street, Pretoria Central, 0001
Attendance is mandatory. Failure to attend will result in disqualification. Bidders must measure and verify all window dimensions on-site prior to manufacture, as stated in the specification.
Mandatory Requirements
Bidders must submit:
- Valid CIDB Grade 1GB or higher certificate
- COIDA Certificate (Letter of Good Standing)
- Evidence of previous similar installations (minimum one reference, invoice, or purchase order)
- Product brochure/catalogue/technical datasheet of the blind fabric
- Completed SBD 1, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1 forms
- Proof of CSD registration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs and QSEs)
Evaluation Criteria
The evaluation follows a multi-stage process:
- Stage 1: Compliance with submission requirements
- Stage 2: Technical evaluation against specifications (minimum threshold required)
- Stage 2B: Due diligence interviews with shortlisted bidders (if required)
- Stage 3: Price/Preference scoring (80/20 system)
- Stage 4: Tax compliance verification (7-day grace period for non-compliance)
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Submission Details
Closing Date: Friday, 10 July 2026 at 11:00
Delivery Method: Electronic submission via email only
Email Address: SCM@saeon.nrf.ac.za
Format: PDF documents only
Bidders must submit the original document in electronic format (email) and ensure all returnable documents are complete and attached. The bid validity period is 60 days from closing date.
Enquiries
Contact Person: Confidence Mayinga
Email: SCM@saeon.nrf.ac.za
Telephone: 012-534-3518
Download Tender Document: RFQ FOR VERTICAL BLINDS
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