Service Provider for Accessible Seating at Artscape.
Natasja Pietersen
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
18 November 2026 at 11:00 · Artscape Stage Door
In plain English
The tender is for the manufacture, delivery, and installation of universally accessible seating for Artscape foyers. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database and provide a B-BBEE certificate.
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Artscape is inviting bids for the manufacturing, delivery, and installation of modular, universally accessible seating for its foyers. The project requires the supply of various lounge seats, ottomans, and integrated side tables designed for a high-traffic performing arts venue. Key deliverables include the production of a full-scale prototype for review, submission of detailed shop drawings, and final installation at the Artscape building in Cape Town. Bidders must demonstrate technical capacity, provide a manufacturing programme, and outline quality control procedures. The work must meet specific material standards, including high-resilience foam and heavy-duty commercial upholstery. The project is subject to a 70% functionality threshold.
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
- Active registration on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems certification
- Compliance with local production and content thresholds
- Three completed furniture projects and five similar projects within three years
Contact & how to apply
Name: Natasja Pietersen
Email: scm@artscape.co.za
Phone: 021-410-9800
How to apply: Submit one original, one copy, and one electronic copy (USB) in a sealed envelope marked with the tender name and number to the Tender Box, Artscape Building 1-10, Stagedoor, D.F. Malan Street, Foreshore, Cape Town.
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