Advertisement Placement in Sunday Times NEW

The Tourism buyer has issued a request for quotation (RFQ) for the placement of an advertisement in the Sunday Times newspaper under reference IM2332026. The procurement covers the sourcing of a print advertisement placement, which means the successful supplier will be responsible for securing and confirming space in the publication for the buyer's advertisement. The RFQ was published on 6 November 2026 and is classified under publishing activities. The supporting documents include the main RFQ document and a Treasury SBD 4 form (Declaration of Interest), which bidders must complete and submit as part of their response.

The bulk of the scope and specifications, such as the advertisement dimensions, colour or black-and-white requirements, publication date or dates, pricing structure, and delivery format, is contained in the main RFQ PDF. Interested suppliers should review this document carefully before responding, as the summary available on eTenders does not list these details. Standard requirements for South African government RFQs typically apply, including valid tax compliance status, registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), and a declaration of interest under SBD 4. Bidders should also confirm whether a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit is required, as this affects the evaluation criteria.

The submission deadline is 11 November 2026 at 09:00, which is a short turnaround of roughly three working days from publication. Suppliers who can respond quickly and have direct relationships with the Sunday Times or accredited media buying agencies are best placed to offer competitive pricing. Participating in this RFQ offers an opportunity to build a track record with a national government department and to gain experience in public sector media procurement. Interested parties should confirm the full specifications directly from the RFQ document and clarify any questions with the buyer before the closing date.