Supply of Handheld Laser Barcode Scanners.
Yash Sookan
In plain English
The Electoral Commission is procuring 28,000 handheld laser barcode scanners. Bidders must be registered and approved in VotaQuotes (E Procurement).
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The Electoral Commission (IEC) invites bids for the supply and delivery of 28,000 handheld laser barcode scanners. These devices are required for use with new tablet computers and must feature a USB Type-C interface, an IP54 rating, and the Electoral Commission logo. The successful bidder must configure the equipment and deliver the units to the IEC National Warehouse in Sunderland Ridge, Centurion, within four weeks of receiving a purchase order. The scanners must be rugged, shock-proof, and compatible with Windows, Android, and Linux operating systems. All bid prices must remain firm for 180 days.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must have valid tax compliance status
- Must be registered on CSD and VotaQuotes systems
- Must provide proof of OEM reseller authorization or distributor agreement
- Must provide at least one contactable reference for similar past services
Contact & how to apply
Name: Yash Sookan
Email: Sookany@elections.org.za
Phone: 012-622-5700
How to apply: Bidders must submit their bids via the Votaquotes e-procurement portal at https://votaquotes.elections.org.za. Additionally, written submissions must be delivered to the Electoral Commission’s Procurement & Asset Management Department at Election House, 1303 Heuwel Avenue, Centurion, 0157, clearly marked with the auction reference number.
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