The Senqu Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape has issued an open tender (41/2026-2027T) for the supply and delivery of stationery and printer toners. This strategic three-year contract aims to ensure a consistent, cost-effective, and reliable supply of essential office consumables to support the municipality’s daily administrative operations and service delivery mandates across the Joe Gqabi District.
Scope of Supply
The successful bidder will be responsible for provisioning goods on an as-and-when-required basis. The procurement is divided into two primary categories to streamline ordering and fulfillment:
- Category 1: Stationery – Supply and delivery of general office stationery and related consumables in strict accordance with the municipality’s specifications.
- Category 2: Toners – Supply and delivery of printer toners and related printing consumables that are fully compatible with the municipality’s existing printing equipment.
All quoted prices must be fixed for the duration of the contract, inclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT), delivery, and any associated handling costs.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a comprehensive and fully compliant documentation package. Essential submissions include:
- A valid National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration report reflecting an active MAAA status.
- A current SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN printout.
- A valid Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) certificate or sworn affidavit.
- Proof of registration on the Senqu Local Municipality’s internal Supplier Database.
- A valid municipal account or lease agreement to substantiate locality claims for preference points.
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will undergo a rigorous evaluation process in accordance with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and the municipality’s Supply Chain Management Policy. The adjudication utilizes the 80/20 preference point system:
- 80 points are allocated for price competitiveness.
- 20 points are awarded for specific goals, including 10 points for enterprises domiciled within the Senqu Local Municipality, 5 points for the Joe Gqabi District Municipality, and 2 points for the broader Eastern Cape. Additional points are allocated for historically disadvantaged persons.
Submitted bids must remain valid and open for acceptance for a minimum of 120 days from the closing date.
Submission Guidelines
There will be no briefing session for this procurement. Completed bid documents must be placed in a single, sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number, title, and closing date.
The sealed envelope must be deposited in the official tender box at the Senqu Local Municipality, located at 19 Murray Street, Lady Grey, 9755. The strict closing time is 12:00 on Tuesday, 08 December 2026. Faxed, emailed, couriered, or late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances. For technical enquiries, contact Mr. N Ngwenya at 051-003-2794 or ngwenyan@senqu.gov.za.
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Document Downloads
Prospective bidders can access the complete tender documentation free of charge via the official National Treasury eTender portal:
- Advert 41/2026-2027T Supply & Delivery of Stationery
- Bid No. 41 2026-2027T Supply and Delivery of Stationary for 3 Years
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