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Appointment of Media Agencies for 360 Strategy Services

IDC

In plain English

The Industrial Development Corporation is seeking media agencies for 360 strategy, planning, buying, and implementation. Eligible bidders must comply with tax requirements and submit bids electronically.

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Closing date
30 July 2026
Location
19 Fredman Drive-Sandown-Sandton-2146
Estimated value
R 15 000 000
Published
17 July 2026
Tender no.
T40-07-26

Description

The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) is seeking a panel of media agencies to provide comprehensive 360-degree media strategy, planning, buying, and implementation services. The work will be performed for the IDC and involves developing annual media strategies, managing social media engagement, and incorporating AI and analytics into campaign execution. The contract will last for three years, with performance reviewed annually. Key deliverables include tactical campaign plans, competitive landscape analysis, and post-campaign evaluations. Agencies must demonstrate expertise in financial services and public sector environments. The project requires a team with senior-level strategic experience and access to professional media buying and analytics tools.

What you need to qualify

  • Tax clearanceA valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
  • B-BBEE certificateA B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
  • Other registrationAn industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).

Full requirements

  • Valid SARS tax compliance status
  • Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
  • Four contactable references for similar public and financial sector work
  • Two letters of good standing from mainstream media houses
  • Active licenses for required media, analytics, and AI software tools

Contact & how to apply

Name: Fhulufhedzani Kone

Email: FhulufhedzaniK@idc.co.za

Phone: 011-269-3565

How to apply: Bids must be submitted electronically by uploading files (maximum 50MB) to the dedicated Microsoft SharePoint link: https://idcza-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/moitlisim_idc_co_za/IgCEr-OShIRCSZsYepv4aqsVAbcMX3BF0MbNszfBkbP3mhs before 11:00 AM on 30 July 2026.

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