Supply and Licensing of Firearms and Ammunition.
Stellenbosch Municipality
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
11 November 2026 at 11:00 · Virtual via Microsoft Teams
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, licensing, delivery, and off-loading of various types of firearms and ammunition for community and protection services. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have a compliant tax status.
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Stellenbosch Municipality invites tenders for the supply, licensing, delivery, and maintenance of firearms, ammunition, and storage safes for Community and Protection Services. This is an as-and-when-required contract running until 30 June 2029. The scope covers various categories of service firearms and accessories, which must be factory-new and meet specific technical standards. Bidders must provide a 5-year warranty on firearms and a 12-month warranty on accessories. The work will take place in Stellenbosch. Bidders must prove relevant experience by providing three referral letters for projects completed in the last five years.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Dealer’s Licence
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Proof of COIDA compliance
- Valid Gunsmith, Manufacturer, or Transporter permits
- Factory compliance with OHS and Explosives Acts
- Compliance with Firearms Control Act and SABS/SANS safe standards
- Proof of municipal account or lease agreement
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Joint Venture Agreement if applicable
Contact & how to apply
Name: Joan Felix
Email: Joan.felix@stellenbosch.gov.za
Phone: 021-808-8441
How to apply: Sealed tenders must be physically deposited into the tender box at the Stellenbosch Municipality, Town House Complex, Plein Street, Stellenbosch. Electronic, telephonic, or faxed submissions will not be accepted.
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