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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
Old Olifanstfontein Road - Irene - Centurion - 0061
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
18 Jun 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-159374
The agricultural research council (arc) in gauteng invites quotations for the supply, delivery, and offloading of 360 boschveld chickens (320 hens and 40 roosters, 16 weeks old). This tender is open to registered suppliers who meet strict livestock health, quarantine, and transportation requirements.
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Date & Time
Thursday, 02 July 2026 - 11:00
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Submissions to [email protected]
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Old Olifanstfontein Road - Irene - Centurion - 0061
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Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)18 Jun
2026
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2026
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Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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API01REQ007375.pdf
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is seeking quotations for the supply, delivery and offloading of 360 Boschveld chickens (320 hens and 40 roosters, all 16 weeks old). The tender follows the 80/20 procurement principle with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and submit mandatory documentation including a reference letter, 4-week quarantine plan, transportation plan with vehicle images, and completed Appendix B veterinary health certificate. Delivery is to ARC-AP, Old Olifant Road, Pretoria, with closing date 2nd July 2026 at 11:00.
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Supply, delivery, and offloading of live Boschveld chickens: 320 hens and 40 roosters, all 16 weeks old. Delivery address: ARC - Animal Nutrition and Products, ARC-AP Old Olifant Road, Pretoria.
Important Dates
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Closing date: 02 July 2026 at 11:00. Compulsory site briefing is required (details not specified in the document).
Briefing Session
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Compulsory site briefing is required. Details are not fully specified in the document.
Contact Information
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Enquiries: Tumelo Moalosi, Supply Chain Management. Email: [email protected]. Submission address: Email to [email protected]. Delivery address: ARC - Animal Nutrition and Products, ARC-AP Old Olifant Road, Pretoria.
Submission Guidelines
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Submit a written quotation via email to [email protected]. Mandatory submission requirements: (1) At least 1 contactable reference letter for livestock supply/delivery in South Africa (not older than 6 years). (2) Detailed 4-week quarantine plan (shelter, feed/fodder, healthcare). (3) Transportation plan with images of vehicles to be used. (4) Completed Appendix B (Veterinary Health Certificate). Failure to submit any of these will result in disqualification. Quotation must be on official letterhead, signed, and include: delivery date, validity period, and warranty details. Prices must be in ZAR, inclusive of VAT, delivery, insurance, and all taxes. No price adjustments or amendments to delivery particulars will be considered after submission.
Returnable Documents
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Required documents: (1) Completed and signed SBD forms. (2) Appendix B (Veterinary Health Certificate). (3) Quotation on official letterhead, signed, with delivery date and validity period. (4) CSD report, Tax Clearance Certificate, B-BBEE certificate. (5) Reference letter, quarantine plan, transportation plan, vehicle images.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation follows the 80/20 preference point system. Price (80 points): Lowest acceptable price scores 80. Specific goals (20 points): Points allocated as follows - HDI ownership (51%+ = 6), Women ownership (51%+ = 4), Youth ownership (51%+ = 4), Persons with Disabilities ownership (51%+ = 2), B-BBEE Level 1-4 (2), RDP Goals (2). Bidders must claim specific goals and provide proof to score points. Only bidders registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and submitting valid Tax Clearance and B-BBEE certificates will be considered. Completed and signed Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) forms are mandatory.
Technical Specifications
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Supply, delivery, and offloading of 320 Boschveld 16-week-old hens and 40 Boschveld 16-week-old roosters. Chickens must: Be free from HPAI, Newcastle, Salmonella, and other notifiable diseases. Have full vaccination and disease-monitoring documentation. Be accompanied by a detailed veterinary health certificate and movement permit. Be tagged. Be dipped 1 week prior to delivery (certificates required). Be transported in vehicles avoiding adverse weather conditions (<5°C or >30°C, rain).
Experience & Qualifications
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Bidders must provide at least 1 contactable reference letter for successful supply and delivery of livestock in South Africa (not older than 6 years).
Financial Requirements
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Prices must be quoted in South African Rand (ZAR), inclusive of VAT, delivery, insurance, and all taxes. No price adjustments or amendments to delivery particulars will be considered after submission. The supplier must clearly state the warranty period and extent for the goods. Payment terms: Goods/services will be supplied upon receipt of a purchase order from ARC.
Compliance Requirements
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and include a full CSD report with the bid. Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and B-BBEE certificate must be submitted. Completed and signed Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) forms must be included. Bidders must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers. Compliance with the General Conditions of Contract (National Treasury) and ARC Supply Chain Management Code of Conduct is mandatory.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Valid B-BBEE certificate must be submitted. Points are awarded for specific goals: HDI ownership (51%+ = 6), Women ownership (51%+ = 4), Youth ownership (51%+ = 4), Persons with Disabilities ownership (51%+ = 2), B-BBEE Level 1-4 (2), RDP Goals (2).
Health & Safety
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Veterinary health certificate must confirm animals are free from diseases: Newcastle, Avian Influenza, Salmonella, Mycoplasma, Mareks, Gumboro, Fowl Pox, Infectious Laryngotracheitis, Coccidiosis, Infectious Coryza, and Infectious Bronchitis. Animals must not show symptoms: increased mortality, diarrhea, weight loss, lethargy, nasal discharge, coughing, lameness, or neurological issues. Chickens must be dipped 1 week prior to delivery (certificates required) and transported in suitable weather (<5°C or >30°C, rain).
Contractual Terms
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)General Conditions of Contract issued by National Treasury apply. ARC Supply Chain Management Code of Conduct applies. The supplier accepts full responsibility for the proper execution and fulfillment of the goods/services quoted. ARC reserves the right to accept or reject any special terms and conditions. Quotes must be submitted on official letterhead and duly signed. Goods/services will be supplied upon receipt of a purchase order from ARC.
Special Conditions
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory submission requirements: (1) Reference letter for livestock supply/delivery in South Africa (not older than 6 years). (2) Detailed 4-week quarantine plan (shelter, feed, healthcare). (3) Transportation plan with vehicle images. (4) Completed Appendix B (Veterinary Health Certificate). Animal health requirements: Chickens must be disease-free (HPAI, Newcastle, Salmonella), vaccinated, tagged, dipped (certificates required), and transported in suitable weather. Failure to comply results in disqualification or rejection of animals.
Requirements
Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and include a full CSD report. Valid Tax Clearance Certificate and B-BBEE certificate are mandatory. Completed and signed SBD forms must be submitted. Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers are disqualified.
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Source: API01REQ007375.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation follows the 80/20 preference point system. Price (80 points): Lowest acceptable price scores 80. Specific goals (20 points): Points allocated for HDI ownership (51%+ = 6), Women ownership (51%+ = 4), Youth ownership (51%+ = 4), Persons with Disabilities ownership (51%+ = 2), B-BBEE Level 1-4 (2), and RDP Goals (2). Bidders must claim goals and provide proof to score points.
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