Procurement of Legal Services Panel for NMISA.
Tebogo Mbiza
In plain English
NMISA is procuring services for a panel of attorneys for a five-year period. Bidders must comply with tax obligations and submit a B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit for preference points.
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The National Metrology Institute of South Africa (NMISA) is seeking to appoint a panel of attorneys for a five-year period. The work will be based in Gauteng. The panel will provide legal services across six categories, including labour law, debt collection, commercial law, and intellectual property. Key deliverables include providing legal opinions, conducting litigation, drafting agreements, and assisting with disciplinary hearings. Firms must provide a litigation strategy and demonstrate expertise in their chosen legal fields. No work is guaranteed, as assignments will be issued on a rotational basis. The contract duration is five years, and the closing date for submissions is 24 November 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) Pin
- Physical office location in Gauteng
- Valid Fidelity Fund Certificate
- Certificate of Good Standing from Legal Practice Council
- Proof of professional qualifications and experience
- Valid B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tebogo Mbiza
Email: scm3@nmisa.org
Phone: 012-947-2875
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the NMISA tender box at Building 5, CSIR Scientia Campus, Meiring Naudé Road, Brummeria, Pretoria. Alternatively, submissions can be emailed to tenders@nmisa.org, ensuring the tender number is in the subject line.
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