Objectives

The primary objective is to appoint a qualified service provider to supply, deliver, and off-load 9mm reloaded ammunition and 12-gauge rubber shotgun rounds for the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD). This ensures continuous operational readiness, supports lawful law-enforcement deployments, facilitates mandatory firearms training and competency assessments, and maintains strict safety, accountability, and audit compliance throughout the supply chain.

Scope

The contract operates on an “as and when required” basis with a maximum transaction value of R750,000 (VAT inclusive) valid until 30 June 2027. Deliveries must be made to the EMPD Armoury Section in Bedfordview. Quantities are estimated without guaranteed volumes, and the municipality reserves the right to award the contract to multiple successful bidders. All pricing must be firm and fully inclusive of delivery costs.

Technical Requirements

• Product Specifications: 12-gauge rubber shot shells (double-ball configuration, compliant with SABS 1490–1989 or SAAMI standards) and 9mm reloaded cartridges (9×19mm caliber, specific primer type, case length tolerances, and powder charge parameters).
• Regulatory Compliance: Full adherence to the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000 and the Explosives Act 26 of 1956. Ammunition must meet recognised quality, safety, and proofing standards (SABS, SAAMI, ISO).
• Licensing & Permits: Valid SAPS Manufacturer’s or Dealer’s Licence, Competency Certificates for designated personnel, and an SAPS In-Transit Permit for all deliveries. Third-party transport requires a Firearm Transporter’s Permit.
• Infrastructure: Provision of a dedicated light delivery bakkie equipped with a permanently installed, SAPS-compliant lockable safe.
• Financial Capacity: Documentary proof of access to at least R100,000 in credit facilities, cash reserves, or Development Finance Institution funding.
• Experience & Documentation: Minimum one verifiable reference confirming prior ammunition supply/delivery. Mandatory submission of municipal account/lease proof, B-BBEE verification, Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration, tax compliance PIN, and all prescribed declaration forms (A–I).

Skills and Staffing Requirements

• One driver holding a valid South African driver’s licence.
• One general assistant with a certified ID copy.
• Designated business owners or responsible persons must hold current SAPS Competency Certificates authorising trade and handling of ammunition.
• Personnel must demonstrate practical knowledge of firearms legislation, safe handling protocols, and secure transport procedures.

Key Technical and Regulatory Notes

“As and when required” model: Supplies are ordered intermittently based on fluctuating training schedules and operational demands rather than fixed scheduled deliveries or guaranteed minimum quantities.

SAPS Licensing Regime: The procurement is heavily regulated by national firearms legislation. Suppliers must navigate a multi-tiered approval process involving manufacturer/dealer licences, individual competency certificates, and transit permits to legally manufacture, store, sell, and move ammunition.

Secure Vehicle Requirement: Transport vehicles must feature professionally installed lockable safes that meet SAPS security specifications to prevent unauthorised access during transit.

Preferential Procurement Scoring: Evaluation uses an 80/20 point system (80 points for price, 20 points for specific socio-economic goals such as women/youth/disability ownership, Exempted Micro-Enterprise status, and Ekurhuleni-based operations).