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

Overview

The supply, delivery and installation of a line array speaker system for Artscape Opera venue. This procurement targets professional audio-visual installation for a large performing-arts venue, with a system that must be compatible with Artscape’s existing Meyer Sound setup. Suitable bidders will have turnkey capabilities in line-array design, rigging, DSP processing, networked control, and proven after-sales support.

Requirements

• Compliance with Artscape’s Standard Bid Documents (SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD8, SBD9) and a full company profile; Gate 0/1 functionality thresholds apply.
• Tax clearance or SARS Tax Compliance Status (PIN) and active Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration; bids from in-state/state entities restricted by policy.
• BBBEE status level 3 or better.
• Technical capability to deliver a line-array system per TOR: minimum 18 tops (self-powered), 110° horizontal coverage, 145 dB SPL, compatible with existing Meyer Sound components (CQ2, M1D, Galileo, etc.), plus required cabling, processors, rigging, and network/AVB connectivity.
• After-sales: 24/7/365 support, spare parts, interim loan system, and minimum 12-month warranty; training for Artscape technicians.
• Pricing on SBD3.1 (firm prices), 150-day bid validity; 80/20 evaluation with price (80) and BBBEE (20).
• Submit in accordance with GCC and TOR; no state-employee involvement; non-compliant bids may be rejected.

How to Apply

• Deadlines: Briefing on 03 November 2026 at 11:00 (mandatory); closing 23 November 2026 at 13:00. (Briefing details in the Bid Invitation PDF.)
• Submission method: sealed bid box at Artscape Stage Door; electronic submission accepted per metadata.
• Documents to submit: SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1, SBD8, SBD9; TOR; company profile; pricing schedule; proof of BBBEE; tax/compliance documents; two hard copies (one original + one copy) and one USB, plus one soft copy on USB. (Bid Invitation PDF)
• Registrations/pre-qualifications: active CSD number; SARS TCS PIN or tax clearance; CSD reflects active supplier, tax-compliant, not restricted.
• Briefing/session details and bid documents sources: Artscape and National Treasury eTender portals; Artscape website also lists the tender; documents may be downloaded free or purchased (R250) if a hard copy is needed. (Bid Invitation PDF)