The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has issued a formal Request for Proposal (RFP 3784/28/10/2026) to appoint a panel of service providers for photographic, videographic, and multimedia editing services. This strategic five-year contract aims to secure high-quality, professional multimedia content creation to promote the CSIR brand, showcase its research capabilities, and support its national and regional communication objectives.
Scope of Services
The successful panel members will be required to deliver comprehensive multimedia solutions on an as-and-when-needed basis. Key deliverables include:
- Professional photography and videography services for corporate and public sector clients.
- Expert editing of audiovisual material into compelling multimedia reels, shorts, and highlight packages for social media platforms.
- Inclusion of all necessary equipment, editing suites, administration, and travel to the nearest CSIR regional office within the quoted hourly rates.
- Delivery of high-resolution digital assets via secure digital links, adhering to strict brand and quality guidelines.
Compulsory Briefing Session
Attendance at the online briefing session is strictly mandatory. Failure to attend will result in the immediate disqualification of the proposal. The session is scheduled for Wednesday, 21 October 2026, at 10:00. It will be hosted via Microsoft Teams.
- Meeting ID: 380 466 485 146 291 5
- Passcode: cr9Fq23h
- Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3804664851462915?p=M8rbeJSEPpIzddZcaM
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a comprehensive compliance and capability package. Essential submissions include:
- A valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration report.
- A current SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN.
- A valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
- A detailed company profile highlighting relevant multimedia production experience.
- Signed reference letters from previous corporate or public sector clients.
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will undergo a rigorous two-phase evaluation process. Bidders must first achieve a minimum technical threshold of 70% based on company experience, reference letters, and portfolios of evidence (photography, videography, and edited reels). Qualifying bids will then be adjudicated using the 80/20 preferential procurement system, allocating 80 points for price competitiveness and 20 points for specific transformation goals.
Submission Guidelines
All proposals must be submitted electronically to tender@csir.co.za. Submissions must be split into two separate emails to ensure proper evaluation:
- Part 1: Technical Proposal (Company profile, references, and portfolio links).
- Part 2: Pricing Proposal and Specific Goals Claim Documentation.
Both emails must clearly state the RFP number and description in the subject line. If the total file size exceeds 25MB, bidders may split the submission across multiple emails. The strict closing time is 16:30 on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted. For enquiries, contact the SCM unit at 012-841-2911 or tender@csir.co.za.
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Document Downloads
Prospective bidders can access the complete RFP documentation free of charge via the official National Treasury eTender portal:
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