Brand Activation Agency Compulsory Briefing Session 13 September 2013 Agenda 1. Welcome 2. Introduction of RAF members 3. Circulation of Attendance Register 4. Presentation by RAF : a. Procurement b. Marketing & Communication c. Scope of Work/Specification 5. Q & A 6. Closing Bid Details Background 1. The RAF has an integrated Marketing and Communication Strategy 2. Mandate to drive constant brand visibility in the market and take the RAF services to the people 3. The RAF would like to partner with a creative and established Brand Activations Agency that will bring the RAF Brand to life and create brand connections (engagements) 4. The RAF requires the services of a highly experienced Brand Activation Agency which will interact with various customer grouping 5. The Agency will also be expected to coordinate all the Marketing functions Scope of Work The successful bidder must: 1.Design, plan and implement 25 events in every province per year 2.Design, plan and implement 5 different experiences in all provinces per year 3.Develop and execute a comprehensive inter grated events, promotions and activations strategy 4.Possess an in-depth knowledge and experience in brand activations, events promotions and campaign management 5.Demonstrate the ability to plan and execute activities on an adhoc basis eg RAF on the road, World Aids Day, October Transport month Scope of Work 6. Have necessary financial resources to allow for the production of branding collateral and promotional items 7. Demonstrate ability to collaborate with traditional leaders, national and local government and other influential stakeholders 8. Plan activities calendar annually and project plans in consultation with RFA 9. Develop a brochure/s and/or an information pack on the programme 10. Ability to provide HR and related resources (3 – 15 personnel per event/experience 11. Provide a report within 3 days after each event and experience showing the data collected in terms of claims initiated, queries addressed, RAF information brochures distributed…. Compliance Issues 1. Document check list in the bid document 2. No telephonic communication 3. Only email communication up to the 16th of September 2013 4. Complete in full and sign the bid document 5. All supporting documents (where applicable) must be submitted 6. Bid closing date and time must be observed NB. Bidders may be disqualified for non-compliance should applicable documents not be submitted Mandatory Requirements 1. The bidder must confirm that they have read and understood the terms and conditions set out in the bid document, which terms and conditions the bidder accepts, in the event that the RAF awards the contract to the bidder pursuant to this bid 2. Failure by the successful bidder to conclude a contract within 30 days following the issuing by the Fund of the award letter to the successful bidder, will result in the bid being deemed to be non-responsive which will then entitle the RAF to consider other responsive bids and award the tender to another bidder or bidders Evaluation Criteria 1. Price = 90 points 2. BBBEE = 10 points 3. Technical and Functional: 3.1 Experience and expertise in providing similar services = 20 points 3.2 KPIs 3.1.1 Delivery capability =10 points 3.1.2 Quality of services/deliverables = 10 points 3.1.3 Geographical presence = 10 points 4. Bidder Culture = 10 points 5. Presentation = 40 points Disqualification 1. The bidders that score 45% or more out of 60% before presentations will be shortlisted for presentations and those that score low will be disqualified 2. All bidders who score less than 75% on functionality including presentations will not be considered for further evaluation on Price and BBBEE Response Format Bid response format to be strictly adhered to for easy reference Questions ? THANK YOU