Request for information from reputable entities with experience to submit possible solutions on alternative water sources of potable water

Overview

The City of Tshwane seeks information from reputable entities with experience to submit possible solutions on alternative water sources of potable water. This is a city information request (RFI) under WSBU 03-2026/27, to be conducted via the SAP Ariba online procurement portal. Responses are invited from qualified water/wastewater, environmental, civil engineering and related specialists, with electronic submission preferred and a supplementary hard copy submission required as a copy of the electronically uploaded response.

Requirements

• Submit response electronically via the SAP Ariba dashboard by the specified deadline.
• Also provide one supplementary hard copy of the submission (identical to the electronic submission) deposited in the tender box if required during transition (Notice 3 of 2026/27).
• Register on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) prior to submission.
• Responses must remain valid for 90 days.
• Adhere to the 30-day advert period and contact details for technical/supply chain inquiries as published.

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 30 October 2026 at 08:00. (metadata) (Notice 3 of 2026/27)
• Submission method: Electronic submission via SAP Ariba portal; use the link: https://portal.us.bn.cloud.ariba.com/dashboard/public/appext/comsapsbncdiscoveryui#/RfxEvent/preview/1110024555?anId=ANONYMOUS (attached document reference: Notice 3 of 2026/27 (EdVN) Website_.pdf).
• Documents to complete/submit: Responders upload via Ariba; no specific bid forms listed.
• Required registrations: Register on CSD at http://www.csd.gov.za/ before submitting.
• Briefing session: Not applicable for this RFI.
• Where to obtain bid documents: Access via the SAP Ariba portal; online training sessions available (Teams) to familiarize bidders with the portal.