Biometric system installation at OPSC Northern Cape.
Emily Rampedi
In plain English
The Office of the Public Service Commission is procuring a biometric access control system. Bidders must be registered on the CSD and provide a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Office of the Public Service Commission (OPSC) invites tenders for the supply and installation of a biometric system for access control and time recording. The project will take place at the 1st Floor, Woolworths Building, Corner Lennox & Chapel Streets, Kimberley. The system must support fingerprint, facial, and voice recognition, as well as card access. Key deliverables include a system capable of enrolling at least 50 users, storing data for 12 months, and generating access reports. The hardware must be from approved brands such as Virdi, Hikvision, Morpho, Bosch, or ZK TECO. The system must be compatible with all web browsers and operating systems, and include features like fake finger detection and offline data logging. Bidders must arrange a site visit with the OPSC before submitting their proposals. The tender closes on 29 October 2026 at 16:00.
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
- Valid Tax Clearance Pin
- Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Hardware must be Virdi, Hikvision, Morpho, Bosch, or ZK TECO
Contact & how to apply
Name: Emily Rampedi
Email: emilyr@opsc.gov.za
Phone: 012-352-1158
How to apply: Submit all required documents, including the signed RFQ, official quotation, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, Tax Clearance Pin, and B-BBEE documentation via email to Quotations@opsc.gov.za before the closing date.
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