Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with initial capital letters have the meanings defined below. These definitions apply whether they appear in singular or plural.
Definitions
- Company: Bidsstack (South Africa).
- Service: The TenderScout website, application, and related features.
- Website: https://tenderscout.co.za
- You: The individual or organization using the Service.
- Device: Any device used to access the Service.
- Terms: These Terms of Service form the agreement between you and the Company.
Acknowledgment
By using the Service, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, you should not use the Service.
You must be at least 18 years old to use TenderScout.
Use of the Service is also governed by the Privacy Policy.
Service Description
TenderScout is a software service that helps users search for South African tenders, save tender opportunities, access available source information and tender documents, track important dates and receive tender notifications. Tender information may originate from third-party or public-sector sources. Users remain responsible for confirming requirements, deadlines, and source information with the relevant issuing authority.
User Content
You retain ownership of information you add to your TenderScout account or workspace. We process that information only as reasonably necessary to provide, secure, support, and improve the Service, subject to our Privacy Policy.
Plans and Usage
The Service offers TenderScout Starter per organization through an automatically renewing monthly subscription. Access remains active through the period paid for. Saved tenders and Tender Notifications are unlimited under the plan currently displayed on the pricing page and inside the application. Limits may apply to other features.
Pricing, limits, user allowances, feature availability, support levels, and billing rules may vary by plan and may be updated with reasonable notice.
Acceptable Use
You agree not to misuse the Service, including unauthorized access, interfering with platform operations, or using it for fraudulent or unlawful purposes.
Third-Party Links and Services
TenderScout may link to or integrate with other services such as Bidsstack or Google. We are not responsible for the terms or behavior of those services. Please review their respective policies before use.
Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms or abuse the Service.
Limitations of Liability
To the extent permitted by law, TenderScout is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. Total liability is limited to the greater of your last 6 months of payments or R2,000 ZAR.
Disclaimer
The Service is provided as is and as available. We do not guarantee uptime, the accuracy, completeness, currency, or continued availability of tender information obtained from third-party sources.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of South Africa.
Dispute Resolution
If there is a dispute, please contact us first. We will do our best to resolve matters amicably. Otherwise, disputes will be handled through South African courts.
Updates
These Terms may be updated occasionally. When updated, the date above will change. By continuing to use the Service, you agree to the latest version.
Contact
For questions or concerns about these Terms, email support@bidsstack.com.