# APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PRINTING & DISTRIBUTION OF INFORMATION UNDER EMBARGO

> This tender closed on 2026-08-21.

- **Reference:** NT009-2026
- **Issuer:** [National Treasury](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/national-treasury.md)
- **Region:** Gauteng
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-07-29
- **Closing date:** 2026-08-21 13:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-08-06 12:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Printing](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/C18.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**The National Treasury seeks to appoint a service provider for the printing and distribution of embargoed information for a 3-year term, with a Cape Town printing plant and strict security requirements.** Bidders should be experienced printing companies capable of high‑quality printing, finishing, labeling, packaging, and secure delivery to Parliament (120 Plein Street).

#### Requirements
- SSA security screening for bidder and staff; ongoing audits.
- Infrastructure: main fully equipped printing premises in Cape Town with a DTP section; space for NT personnel (up to 5 editors, plus security/audit staff) during embargo periods; on-site equipment for printing, folding, binding, laminating, packaging; backup power; dedicated production team.
- ICT/Security: up-to-date antivirus software; strict handling of embargo content.
- Capabilities: high‑quality printing, finishing, packaging, labeling, delivery to Parliament; ability to handle diverse formats (books, guides, posters) under tight deadlines.
- Qualifications: verifiable references; skills in editing, desktop publishing (Adobe), project management, and time management.
- Minimum criteria: SSA security clearance; compliance with OH&S and building regulations; on-site Cape Town printing capability; ability to operate within security-restricted areas during embargo periods.
- Mandatory and returnable documents (SBDs, CSD, CIPC, tax clearance, JV if applicable) and minimum 60% functionality threshold (Table 1/Section A).

(Source: NT009-2026 Special Conditions of Contract and Terms of Reference, Annex C pricing; SBDs as applicable.)

#### How to Apply
- Submission: online via the e-Tender Portal (NT009-2026). Closing 21 August 2026 at 11:00; bid validity 90 days.
- Briefing: non‑compulsory briefing on 6 August 2026 (Microsoft Teams), 10:00–11:00.
- Documents to complete/submit:
  - Annexure C – Pricing Schedule (Annexure C)
  - SBD 3.3 Pricing Schedule
  - SBD 1 Invitation Form
  - SBD 4 Declaration of Interest
  - SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim Form
  - Full CSD report (joint ventures if applicable)
  - CIPC documents
  - Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS PIN
  - Signed teaming agreement if applicable
  - Proof of operational footprint within 50 km of Parliament (Cape Town CBD)  
  - Evidence of minimum 60% functionality in evaluation
  - Security screening clearance and related compliance
- Access and delivery: print runs to Parliament (delivery to 120 Plein Street); emphasis on security, embargo compliance, and rigid delivery windows.
- Where to obtain bid documents: documents include NT009-2026 Terms of Reference, Special Conditions of Contract, and Annexes (see attached PDFs: Special Conditions, Terms of Reference, Annex C – Pricing Schedule, SBDs).

(Refer to NT009-2026 Special Conditions of Contract and Terms of Reference; Annex C pricing; SBD forms. Also note the need for site footprint proof, CSD/CIPC, and security requirements.)

## Description

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PRINTING & DISTRIBUTION OF INFORMATION UNDER EMBARGO

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PRINTING & DISTRIBUTION OF INFORMATION UNDER EMBARGO

Conditions: N/A Briefing Venue: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/333254538357943?p=QJuXM8HaJsuVhVYW82

## Documents

- 8.1 Tax on service providers Questionnaire B Other than individuals.pdf..pdf
- 7- General Conditions of Contract.pdf..pdf
- ANNEX C - PRICING SCHEDULE- 2026 (Amended).pdf..pdf
- 3- Special Conditions.pdf..pdf
- 5 -SDB 4.pdf..pdf
- 2 - Terms of Reference.pdf..pdf
- 8\. Tax on service providers Questionnaire A Individuals.pdf..pdf
- 6 - SBD 6.1 IN TERMS OF PPR2022 (1).pdf..pdf
- 4 - SBD 3.3..pdf..pdf
- 1- SBD1.pdf..pdf

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## Published on

- [eTenders.gov.za](https://www.etenders.gov.za)

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