Terms of Use



  1. The GMA is not responsible for account credential safekeeping. The Bidders are  responsible for managing access to their account credentials. In the event that a security breach of a bidder’s information occurs as a result of account credential sharing, the GMA shall not be held liable for any damages, whether financial or otherwise, that arose as a result of the unauthorised use/or disclosure of information,
  2. The Bidders acknowledge that the GMA may monitor information transmitted or stored on the GMA Tender System to ensure that the systems are maintained, protected, secured and operated effectively.
  3. The Bidders acknowledge that the GMA may intercept information transmitted or stored on the GMA Tender System provided that it is:
    1. authorised by the CEO of the GMA or his/her duly appointed delegate; and
    2. conducted for the purpose of establishing facts and/or detecting or investigating unauthorised use and/or to secure the effective operation of the GMA’s Tender System.
  4. The Bidders acknowledge to be bound by the provisions of section 6 of the Regulation of Interception of Communications and Provision of Communication-Related Information Act 70 of 2002 (“RICA”).
  5. The bidders acknowledge  that indirect communications transmitted by means of the GMA Tender System may be intercepted in terms of section 6 of RICA.
  6. The Bidders acknowledge that the information they provided include personal identifiable information and that they are duly authorised and have obtained consent to provide and share such  information.
  7. The Bidders acknowledge and agree that the information provided during the registration and relevant tender process may be shared with relevant individuals who are part of the tender process, and who will utilise the information for purposes related to the tender process.
  8. By providing the information to the GMA, the bidders agree to be bound by the terms and conditions outlined herein.
  9. The Bidders hereby indemnify the GMA against any liability which they may incur in respect of any damage/s, which may occur as a result of any omissions by the GMA, its employees, agents and consultants.
  10. The GMA makes no warranty, guarantee or representation that the system is entirely protected from all destructive elements, security threats and/or other vulnerabilities.
    The GMA shall not be liable for any damages that may be caused as a result of any system glitches and/or technical issues. The Bidders hereby indemnify the GMA and hold it harmless against any liability and/or claims of whatsoever nature, arising due to the use of the system by the Bidders or any third party.