This tender, issued by the national research foundation (nrf-ithemba labs), seeks the supply and delivery of 25 ultra-thin 10 μg/cm² arc-evaporated carbon foils on glass substrate with parting agent for use in time-of-flight elastic recoil detection analysis (tof-erda) timing detectors. IT is open to compliant suppliers registered on the central supplier database (csd) and targets research and development in scientific fields.
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Submit quotations by 03 July 2026 at 11:00 AM to [email protected]; late submissions are disqualified.
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Description
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf
Important Dates
01 Jul
2026
PUBLICATION
Tender Published
Tender was published
03 Jul
2026
DEADLINE
Closing Date
Tender closing date
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The National Research Foundation (NRF) iThemba LABS invites quotations for the supply and delivery of 25 pieces of 10 μg/cm² arc-evaporated carbon foils on glass substrate with parting agent, for use in Time-of-Flight Elastic Recoil Detection Analysis (ToF-ERDA) timing detectors. The tender uses the 80/20 preferential procurement system and requires strict administrative, technical, and B-BBEE compliance.
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Supply and delivery of 25 pieces of 10 μg/cm² arc-evaporated carbon foils on glass substrate with parting agent.
iThemba LABS is a multi-disciplinary research laboratory with sites in the Western Cape and Gauteng, providing facilities for nuclear physics research, radiation biophysics, and accelerator-produced radioactive isotopes for nuclear medicine and research.
Important Dates
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf (RFQ)
Closing date: 03 July 2026.
Closing time: 11:00 AM.
Goods or services required: 1 week after the purchase order (PO) is issued.
Submit your quotation by email to [email protected] by 03 July 2026 at 11:00 AM. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Mandatory returnable documents: SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim) must be completed, signed, and submitted.
Provide a valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS accredited) or a sworn affidavit if claiming specific goals.
Submit your CSD Summary Report (download from www.csd.gov.za).
Include a completed pricing schedule with your quotation.
Do not alter the RFQ template or its terms and conditions; changes will not be considered after the closing date and time.
Failure to provide mandatory requirements may result in disqualification.
Returnable Documents
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf (RFQ)
Mandatory returnable documents:
SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure): Must be signed and completed. Declares state employment, relationships with procuring institution staff, and interests in related enterprises.
SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim): Must be signed and completed with B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for local bidders).
Failure to submit these documents may result in disqualification.
Bidder must certify that the information provided is true and complete. False declarations may lead to bid disqualification, contract cancellation, or legal action.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf (RFQ)
Evaluation covers administrative compliance, functionality, price, and B-BBEE.
The 80/20 preference point system applies: 80 points for price, 20 points for B-BBEE status.
If all bids exceed R1,000,000, the request is automatically cancelled.
The highest-scoring tenderer wins the contract.
Tax compliance is mandatory; verified via CSD and tax compliance status PIN.
Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers are disqualified.
Submit SBD 6.1 to claim B-BBEE points. Failure to submit proof or documentation for specific goals means no preference points are claimed.
The bidder and any persons with controlling interest must disclose state employment (SBD 4).
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf (RFQ)
Supply and delivery of 25 pieces of 10 μg/cm² arc-evaporated carbon foils on glass substrate with parting agent.
Substrate: Polished glass slide with parting agent for floating off the foil.
Uniformity: High thickness uniformity suitable for timing applications.
Energy loss: Minimal energy loss and straggling for recoiled ions in ToF-ERDA.
Foil type: Free-standing carbon foil after release from glass substrate.
Handling: Fragile ultra-thin film; requires careful handling during mounting.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf
Pricing schedule must include:
Item 1: 25 units of 10 μg/cm² arc-evaporated carbon foils on glass substrate with parting agent (unit price and total price, inclusive of VAT).
Item 2: Delivery charge (unit price and total price, inclusive of VAT).
Total amount inclusive of VAT.
Prices must be valid for at least 60 days from the closing date of the RFQ.
Prices must be firm and inclusive of VAT.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf (RFQ)
Prices must be valid for at least 60 days from the closing date (03 July 2026).
Prices must be firm and inclusive of VAT.
Payment terms: 30 days from date of invoice receipt.
For advance payments, a payment guarantee approved by iThemba Labs Finance is required.
If shorter payment terms (e.g., 7 or 14 days) are required, submit a payment guarantee or agree mutually at the time of pricing submission.
Indicate a firm delivery period in your quotation.
Pricing schedule must include:
Item 1: 25 units of 10 μg/cm² arc-evaporated carbon foils on glass substrate with parting agent (unit price and total price, inclusive of VAT).
Item 2: Delivery charge (unit price and total price, inclusive of VAT).
Total amount inclusive of VAT.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf (RFQ)
Mandatory registration on the National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD) (www.csd.gov.za). Bids from unregistered bidders will not be considered.
Provide your CSD supplier number and CSD Summary Report.
Tax compliance is mandatory; verified via CSD and tax compliance status PIN.
Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate (SANAS accredited) or sworn affidavit to claim preference points.
Complete and submit SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim).
This RFQ is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and the 2022 Regulations.
Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers are disqualified.
B-BBEE Requirements
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf (RFQ)
The 80/20 preference point system applies for this tender (Rand value up to R50,000,000).
Points are awarded for:
Price: 80 points.
Specific Goals (B-BBEE): 20 points.
B-BBEE points allocation:
B-BBEE Status Level 1 to 3: 8 points.
B-BBEE Status Level 4 to 6: 6 points.
B-BBEE Status Level 7 to 8: 2 points.
Supplier that is at least 51% Black-owned: 3 points.
Supplier that is at least 51% Black female-owned: 3 points.
Supplier that is at least 51% Black youth-owned: 1 point.
Supplier that is at least 51% owned by People with Disabilities: 1 point.
EME or QSE: 4 points.
Submit proof of B-BBEE certificate (SANAS accredited) or sworn affidavit to claim points.
Failure to submit required documentation means no preference points are claimed.
The organ of state may require substantiation of claims at any time.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ for Labarotory Equipment.pdf
Payment terms: 30 days from date of invoice receipt.
Advance payments require a payment guarantee approved by iThemba Labs Finance.
Shorter payment terms (e.g., 7 or 14 days) require a payment guarantee or mutual agreement at pricing submission.
Indicate a firm delivery period in your quotation.
Late submissions are not accepted.
RFQ is subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), 2022 Regulations, and General Conditions of Contract.
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