Written by Werner van Rooyen
Many of you who have submitted bids for Government tenders may have felt disappointment when a tender is cancelled. After dedicating countless hours to your efforts, receiving the unfortunate news of cancellation can be disheartening.
So, do Government entities have the authority to cancel tenders?
Yes, Government entities can cancel a tender prior to its award. According to Regulation 13 of the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017, a tender may be cancelled for several reasons:
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A change in circumstances, such as no longer needing the goods or services specified in the tender invitation.
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Insufficient funds available to cover the expenses.
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No acceptable tender submissions were received.
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A significant irregularity occurred during the tender process.
Any decision to cancel a tender must be communicated in the same manner as the original tender invitation was advertised.
Additionally, if a Government entity wishes to cancel a tender invitation for a second time, it must obtain prior approval from the National Treasury.
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