The council for scientific and industrial research (csir) invites quotations for the supply, delivery, configuration, and installation of enterprise storage devices and expansion enclosures. This tender is open to compliant suppliers capable of meeting technical, financial, and b-bbee requirements.
Key Requirements
Submit electronically to [email protected] by 15 June 2026 at 16:30, using RFQ number (9530/15/06/2026) in the subject line. Late or incorrect submissions will be disqualified.
Provide 2x Enterprise Storage (48TB+ usable, dual controllers, SSD/HDD mix) and 2x Expansion Enclosures meeting 19-inch rack, SAS, and compatibility specifications. Include configuration, installation, and 60-month warranty.
Submit mandatory documents: Annexure B (Pricing Schedule), OEM authorization letters, 2+ contactable references, and QM certificate. Essential documents include Annexures C, D, E, F, and product datasheets.
Price in ZAR (VAT excl.), including all costs (freight, insurance, duty). Use Annexure B for detailed pricing and confirm VAT at 15%.
Comply with tax (SARS TCS PIN/CSD registration), B-BBEE (valid SANAS certificate for preference points), and CSD registration requirements.
Evaluation follows 80/20 system: 80 points for price (lowest acceptable bid), 20 points for Black Ownership (100% = 20pts, 51-99% = 10pts).
Lead time and delivery must not exceed 8 weeks from purchase order receipt to CSIR Pretoria office.
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Description
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf
Important Dates
28 May
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
15 Jun
2026
DEADLINE
Closing Date
Tender closing date
Procurement Rules & Compliance ContextThis tender may be governed by South African public procurement rules covering fairness, transparency, preferential procurement, anti-corruption, administrative justice and access to information.
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Core procurement rules
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Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
high
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the supply, delivery, configuration, and installation of enterprise storage devices and storage expansion enclosures. The tender (RFQ Number: 9530/15/06/2026) closes on 15 June 2026 at 16:30 UTC. The scope includes 2 enterprise storage units, 2 expansion enclosures, and their configuration/installation, with technical specifications outlined in Annexure A. The evaluation follows an 80/20 preference point system, prioritizing price (80 points) and black ownership (20 points).
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The CSIR invites quotations for the supply, delivery, configuration, and installation of Storage Device and Storage Expansion Enclosure.
Scope includes:
Enterprise Storage or similar (2 units).
Enterprise Storage Expansion Enclosure or similar (2 units).
Configuration and installation services.
Detailed technical specifications are provided in Annexure A.
Pricing must follow Annexure B, including all costs. Provide explanatory notes for deviations.
Submission of all mandatory and essential returnable documents is required for evaluation; failure to submit leads to disqualification.
Important Dates
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf (RFQ)
Closing date for submissions: 15 June 2026 at 16:30.
Last date for enquiries/clarifications: 11 June 2026 at 16:30.
RFQ validity period: 90 calendar days from closing date.
No phone numbers, physical addresses, or named contacts provided.
Submission Guidelines
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf (RFQ)
Submit quotations electronically to [email protected]. Use the RFQ number (9530/15/06/2026) and description as the email subject line.
Total email size must not exceed 25MB. Do not use cloud storage links (e.g., WeTransfer, Google Drive, Dropbox).
Label files clearly and simply.
Late submissions or submissions to incorrect addresses will be disqualified.
Submit all mandatory returnable documents (Annexure B, OEM authorization, references, QM certificate) and essential returnable documents (Annexures C, D, E, F, product datasheet) to avoid disqualification.
All documentation must be in English.
Bidders bear all preparation, submission, and participation costs.
CSIR reserves rights to extend deadlines, correct errors, verify submissions, conduct inspections, award partially or to multiple bidders, cancel/terminate the process, negotiate post-tender, or reject bids linked to fraud/security breaches.
Sign Annexure F (Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement) for confidentiality. Comply with POPI Act for personal information.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf (RFQ)
Evaluation occurs in two phases:
Phase 1: Elimination criteria. Bidders failing any of the following are disqualified:
Late or incorrectly submitted bids.
Listed on NT Database of Restricted Suppliers or Register of Tender Defaulters.
Valid B-BBEE certificates from SANAS-accredited agencies.
Signed agreements proving existence.
Consolidated B-BBEE scorecards if unincorporated.
Sub-contracting: Awarding >25% of contract value to an entity with lower B-BBEE status disqualifies preference points, unless the sub-contractor is an EME with proven capability.
Technical Specifications
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf (RFQ)
Scope: Supply, delivery, configuration, and installation of:
Enterprise Storage or similar (quantity: 2).
Enterprise Storage Expansion Enclosure or similar (quantity: 2).
Minimum technical requirements:
Rack space: Must fit a standard 19-inch rack.
Controllers: Dual active-active controllers, each with 4 SAS ports.
Capacity: Minimum 48TB raw usable capacity (including expansion enclosure), supporting SSD/HDD mix with at least 40TB SSD for performance tiering.
Drives: 6x 1.92TB SSD SAS ISE (hot-plug), 8x 8TB HDD SAS ISE 12Gbps 7.2K 512e 3.5in (hot-plug).
Cables: 4x 12Gb HD-Mini to HD-Mini SAS Cable (2M).
Rails: 19-inch rack rails (2U).
Power: 2x 580W redundant power supplies (airflow I/O > P/S), C13 to C14 PDU-style power cords (10 AMP, 2M).
Compatibility: Must support Windows and major Linux distributions.
Warranty: Minimum 60-month next business day on-site hardware support in Gauteng, including 24x7x365 access to senior support engineers.
Service: Keep Your Hard Drive option required.
Lead time: Must not exceed 8 weeks.
Delivery: Physical equipment to CSIR Pretoria office within 8 weeks of purchase order receipt.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf
Submit at least two contactable references for similar work (supply and installation of storage solutions).
No additional key personnel qualifications or experience requirements are specified.
Quality Management
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf
Submit a current OEM certificate confirming manufacturing is conducted under a Quality Management system.
No additional QA/QC requirements are specified.
Pricing Schedule
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf
Use Annexure B (Pricing Schedule) for detailed pricing.
Items to price:
Enterprise Storage or similar (2 units).
Enterprise Storage Expansion Enclosure or similar (2 units).
Configuration and installation cost.
Delivery or transport cost.
Provide unit price (VAT Excl) and total price (VAT Excl).
Calculate VAT at 15% and provide total price (VAT Incl).
Submit formal quotation on company letterhead.
Financial Requirements
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf (RFQ)
Pricing must be in South African Rand (ZAR), inclusive of all applicable taxes and less unconditional discounts.
Clearly indicate if prices are subject to escalation or exchange rate fluctuations, including the currency and rate of exchange used.
Prices must include all additional costs: freight, insurance until acceptance, duty (where applicable).
Payment terms: As per CSIR Payment Terms and Conditions.
Use Annexure B (Pricing Schedule) for detailed pricing. Provide unit price (VAT Excl) and total price (VAT Excl) for:
Enterprise Storage (2 units).
Enterprise Storage Expansion Enclosure (2 units).
Configuration and installation costs.
Delivery/transport costs.
Calculate VAT at 15% and provide total price (VAT Incl).
Submit formal quotation on company letterhead. Include explanatory notes for any deviations from the Pricing Schedule.
Bidder confirms quoted prices cover all work/obligations; errors in pricing are the bidder’s responsibility.
Compliance Requirements
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf (RFQ)
Tax Compliance: Mandatory. CSIR verifies via Central Supplier Database (CSD). Non-compliant bidders are disqualified. Submit SARS TCS PIN or CSD number. For consortia/joint ventures, each party must provide separate TCS PIN/CSD number.
CSD Registration: Bidders must be registered on the CSD (www.csd.gov.za).
B-BBEE: Submit valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS-accredited) or sworn affidavit to claim Black Ownership preference points.
Mandatory Returnable Documents:
Annexure B: Pricing Schedule/Formal Quotation on company letterhead.
Valid OEM letters/certification authorising resale of proposed products.
Valid OEM authorisation letter confirming bidder is an authorised partner for installation, implementation, and support/maintenance.
At least 2 contactable references for similar work (supply and installation).
Current OEM certificate confirming manufacturing under a Quality Management system.
Essential Returnable Documents:
Annexure C: Standard Bidding Document (SBD) 1 Form.
Annexure D: Standard Bidding Document (SBD) 4 Form.
Annexure E: Preference Points Award Form.
Annexure F: Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement.
Product datasheet of recommended solution.
No bids accepted from state employees or entities controlled by state employees.
Contractual Terms
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf
Indemnity: Bidder indemnifies CSIR for costs/damages arising from breach of bid conditions.
Tax Compliance: Mandatory. Non-compliant bidders are rejected. CSIR may withdraw awards if tax compliance status is falsified.
Limitation of Liability: CSIR is not liable for bidder costs or damages from participation.
Misrepresentations: May lead to contract termination and claims, even after award.
Disclaimer: RFQ is not an offer; no liability is assumed by CSIR.
Central Supplier Database: Bidders must be registered; tax status is verified through CSD.
Special Conditions
Source: 9530-15-06-2026.pdf
CSIR reserves the right to:
Extend the closing date.
Correct mistakes in tender documents.
Verify bidder submissions and request documentary proof.
Conduct site inspections, product evaluations, or explanatory meetings.
Award to a bidder not scoring the highest points under PPPFA Section 2(1)(f) conditions.
Request audited financial statements for due diligence.
Award the RFQ in whole, in part, or to multiple bidders.
Cancel or terminate the tender process at any stage.
Engage in post-tender negotiations.
Reject bids linked to security breaches or fraudulent conduct.
Confidentiality: Tender documents are confidential. Bidders must sign Annexure F (Mutual Non-Disclosure Agreement).
Protection of Personal Information: Both parties must comply with POPI Act requirements.
Preference points (20) are awarded for Black Ownership:
100% ownership: 20 points.
51–99% ownership: 10 points.
<51% ownership: 0 points.
Joint ventures/consortia must submit valid B-BBEE certificates from SANAS-accredited agencies and signed agreements.
Sub-contracting restrictions: Awarding >25% of contract value to an entity with lower B-BBEE status disqualifies preference points, unless the sub-contractor is an EME with proven capability.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)
Act 12 of 2004
high
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Public Procurement Act, 2024 (PPA)
Act 28 of 2024
high
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)
Act 2 of 2000
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Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)
Act 3 of 2000
medium
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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