Printing and delivery of security certificates.
Thobela Mqikela
In plain English
The tender is for the printing, supply, and delivery of security certificates for the food and associated industries in Cape Town. Bidders must comply with the terms of reference and provide a detailed quotation; eligibility requirements such as CSD registration are implied but not explicitly stated.
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The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) invites bids for the printing, supply, and delivery of security certificates for the food and associated industries in Cape Town. The project requires the production of 20,000 continuous hologram certificates and 10,000 standard numbered certificates. All items must be A4 size, printed on 95gsm security paper with UV fluorescent and chemical reactive properties. The successful bidder must ensure all delivery costs are included in their final price. The closing date for this tender is 09 September 2026 at 11:00.
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: Thobela Mqikela
Email: thobela.mqikela@nrcs.org.za
Phone: 012-482-8831
How to apply: Quotations must be submitted via email to thobela.mqikela@nrcs.org.za. No hand-delivered quotes will be accepted. Documentation must be organized in a file with numbered dividers corresponding to the bid checklist.
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