Technical Support and QA for Ballot Paper Printing
Votaquotes
In plain English
Technical support and quality assurance services for ballot paper printing are being procured. Any eligible bidder can submit a bid, but no specific registrations or eligibility criteria are stated.
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The Electoral Commission (IEC) invites bids for technical support and quality assurance services for the printing of ballot papers for the 2026 Local Government Elections. The work involves monitoring the printing, scanning, and packaging of approximately 75.5 million ballot papers across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape. The project requires 24/7 operational support over a 21-day printing window, plus preparation and reporting periods. The service provider must supply a senior project manager and at least 20 personnel. Commercial printers are excluded from bidding to prevent conflicts of interest. Bidders must demonstrate experience in secure printing quality assurance, such as bank notes or identity documents.
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 the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid tax compliance status
- Attendance at the compulsory briefing session
- Minimum two contactable references for secure printing projects
- Relevant industry professional affiliation certificate
- Valid B-BBEE status documentation
Contact & how to apply
Name: Votaquotes
Email: votaquotes@elections.org.za
Phone: 012-622-5700
How to apply: Submit the completed tender documents in a sealed envelope marked with the company name and reference IEC/LG-05/2026. The bid must be deposited into the tender box at Election House, 1303 Heuwel Ave, Centurion, by 11:00 on 21 August 2026.
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