THE SUPPLY, DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION OF A LINE ARRAY SPEAKER SYSTEM FOR ARTSCAPE OPERA VENUEClosed

Overview

The contract is for the supply, delivery and installation of a line array speaker system for Artscape Opera venue. Suitable bidders are audio-visual/liner-array specialists with proven installation capability, able to integrate with Artscape’s existing Meyer Sound system, and able to meet bid-document, compliance and pre-qualification requirements. A compulsory briefing is on 17 June 2026, with final closing on 30 June 2026.

Documentation reference: Bid Invitation _ Line array speaker system.pdf.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 self-powered line array tops (9 per side), with 110° horizontal coverage and appropriate SPL; compatible with existing Meyer Sound system (CQ2, M1D, HP700 subs, Galileo 616).
• System and rack must support Milan AVB network; include required cabling (signal, power, network).
• Line array processor: 4 analogue inputs, 8 analogue outputs, AVB network, 24-bit/96 kHz, RJ45 for remote control.
• Rigging: 2 hanging grids, 2x 6m safety cables; wheels and portability as specified.
• Compliance/administration: complete SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD8, SBD9; TOR; GCC; CSD/TCS PIN; BBBEE 3+; two hard copies + USB; no subcontracting (SBD 20.1).
• Warranty and after-sales: minimum 12-month warranty; accredited after-sales technical support; 24/7/365 support; spare parts and interim loan system; bidder to train Artscape technicians.
• Evaluation: Gate 0/1/2 functionality threshold (minimum 70% on functionality); Gate 3 price (80) and BBBEE (20); total 100 points; price/submission must remain valid for 150 days.

How to Apply

• Documents can be downloaded for free from etenders.gov.za or Artscape site, or purchased in print for R250 per set (see Bid Invitation _ Line array speaker system.pdf).
• Prepare one original bid, one copy, and one USB copy; complete SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD8, SBD9, TOR and GCC; ensure black ink, no correction fluid.
• Submit in a sealed envelope to the Tender Box, Artscape Building 1-10, DF Malan Street, Stage Door, Cape Town; mark as “The supply, delivery and installation of a line array Speaker system for Artscape Opera venue”; include two hard copies + USB and any required certificates (CSD, TCS, BBBEE).
• Submission deadline: 30 June 2026 at 13:00. Mandatory briefing: 17 June 2026 at 11:00 at Artscape Stage Door.
• Presentations/demonstrations may be requested; supplier due diligence may be conducted.