This tender has closed on 3 July 2026.
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The Electoral Commission seeks bids for the printing of ballot papers for the 2026 Local Government Elections. Key requirements include high-quality printing, timely delivery, and adherence to strict security protocols.
The Electoral Commission of South Africa is inviting tenders for the printing of approximately 75,409,800 ballot papers for the upcoming Local Government Elections scheduled between November 2026 and January 2027. The successful bidders will be required to print a variety of ballot types, including those for municipal wards and proportional representation, ensuring compliance with stringent quality and security standards. Each ballot paper must feature the names and logos of political parties, as well as the candidates contesting the elections, and must be delivered within a 21-day production window.
Bidders must demonstrate their capacity to manage large-scale printing projects, including the ability to produce ballot papers in various sizes and configurations. The tender also requires bidders to provide detailed proposals outlining their quality assurance processes, contingency plans for production disruptions, and security measures during both production and delivery. This project is crucial for ensuring free and fair elections, and the Electoral Commission is committed to engaging printers who can deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.
This tender is suitable for printing companies with experience in large-scale projects, particularly those that can demonstrate capabilities in high-volume, secure printing and timely delivery. Businesses with established quality assurance processes and contingency planning for production disruptions are encouraged to apply.
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