Faranani Information Technology Services (Pty) Limited v State Information Technology Agency (SOC) Limited (66318/2015)
Faranani Information Technology Services (Pty) Limited v State Information Technology Agency (SOC) Limited (66318/2015) [2017] ZAGPPHC 173 (3 April 2017)
The court found that the bid evaluation process conducted by SITA was fair, transparent, and in accordance with the constitutional and statutory requirements for public procurement. Both Faranani and Gijima met the mandatory requirements, and the evaluation committee comprised technically qualified individuals who properly assessed the bids. The alleged misrepresentation regarding experience was not substantiated, as Gijima provided sufficient evidence of expertise and capacity, including the legitimate inclusion of Dr Mavengere. The price comparison was conducted in line with the tender spec…
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- Public Procurement
- Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act
- Judicial Review Under Paja
- Bid Evaluation
- Fronting And Misrepresentation
- Costs Award