Supply of eBooks and Hardcopy Books for DSTI.
charlotte Nukeri
In plain English
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation is procuring eBooks and hardcopy books for its officials. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have compliant tax matters.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) is seeking a service provider to supply a collection of academic and philosophical books for its Knowledge Resource Centre. The project requires the delivery of specific titles in both eBook and hardcopy formats. For the digital component, the service provider must ensure that eBook links are embedded directly within the library page rather than on individual devices. The required titles include works by authors such as Prof Sheikh Anta Diop, Prof Theophile Obenga, Prof Ramose, and Dr Danie Nebudere. This tender is issued by the DSTI, and all proposals must be submitted by 11:00 on 17 July 2026. Bidders are expected to provide a comprehensive company profile detailing their relevant experience, industry knowledge, and accreditation status. The department will evaluate submissions based on the 80/20 preference point system, focusing on both competitive pricing and specific transformation goals.
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.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must have valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or SARS PIN
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: charlotte Nukeri
Email: charlotte.nukeri@dsti.gov.za
Phone: 082-311-2499
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted via email to the specific Supply Chain Management practitioner who sourced the request, using the same email address used for the initial inquiry. For further assistance, contact Charlotte.Nukeri@dsti.gov.za.
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