FOR THE PROVISION OF COMPREHENSIVE VAT AND OTHER TAX ADVISORY AND RELATED TAX SERVICES ON AN “AS AND WHEN” REQUIRED BASIS FOR A PERIOD OF THIRTY -SIX (36 MONTHS)Closed

Overview

SANRAL seeks a service provider to supply comprehensive VAT and other tax advisory and related tax services on an “as and when” basis for 36 months. Suitable bidders are firms with VAT advisory, tax advisory, data analytics for VAT, PAYE/CIT experience, and capability to train staff; must meet regulatory and compliance requirements (SARS, CSD, BBBEE).

Document note: details drawn from the attached TAX ADVISORY TENDER DOCUMENT SANRALHO58400-1004-2022/01 (see TAX ADVISORY TENDER DOCUMENT SANRALHO58400-1004-28.8-.pdf).

Requirements

• Tax compliance: maintain tax obligations; provide SARS PIN/TCS; separate TCS for joint ventures/sub-contractors; CSD number if no TCS.
• Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration; SANRAL may require CSD-listed bidders.
• Returnable documents: complete SBD forms and supporting documents including BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (Form A12), declarations, JV/consortium agreements if applicable.
• BBBEE: valid verification certificate or sworn affidavit; be prepared for consolidated JV scoring if applicable.
• Security clearance: may be required for personnel to confidential/secret/top secret levels.
• Conflicts of interest, anti-collusion, and compliance with procurement rules; full disclosures required.
• Staffing capability: demonstrated VAT department capacity (project lead plus three senior managers) as evidenced in provided forms.
• Pricing, governance, and post-tender compliance with contract terms.

Pricing and evaluation details specify hourly rates and scoring (see Pricing Schedule in the attached document): Project lead 550; Senior Manager 950; Consultant 1300 (VAT included). Specific goal preferences and price-based evaluation apply. (see TAX ADVISORY TENDER DOCUMENT SANRALHO58400-1004-28.8-.pdf)

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 02 October 2026 at 12:00. Submit in a clearly marked sealed envelope to SANRAL’s address; include one original, one hard copy, and an electronic copy.
• Submission method: sealed envelope; documents to be delivered to SANRAL, plus electronic copy (see Instructions in SBD 1 Form).
• Documents to complete/submit: SBD 1 and these returnables (A2–A18 forms, B1–B4 personnel docs, A9 tax clearance, A12 B-BBEE, etc.). (See Returnable Documents list in the attached tender doc.)
• Registrations/pre-qualifications: SARS Tax Compliance, Central Supplier Database (CSD); if applicable, JV agreements and signatories; registration numbers to be provided.
• Briefing: Formal briefing will not be held; queries may be submitted by email (deadline for queries 16 September 2026).
• Where to obtain bid documents: documents are contained in the RFT package; if needed, refer to SANRAL contact in the SBD1 Form and the attached TAX ADVISORY document for specifics. (see TAX ADVISORY TENDER DOCUMENT SANRALHO58400-1004-28.8-.pdf)

Note: The closing details and process are described in the RFT, including the requirement to respond with all listed forms and the pricing schedule.