ARC Binne Donne Research Farm, Simondium, • Bien Donne: 33.83333206 S 18.98333359 E - Simondium - Simondium - 7670
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
28 May 2026
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ocds-9t57fa-157382
Summary
The agricultural research council (arc) invites qualified contractors to submit quotations for strip soil fumigation in orchard bd6d at bien donné research farm in simondium, western cape. The work involves applying tri-form 60 under plastic-covered strips, with strict compliance to south african regulations on hazardous chemicals and pesticides.
Key Requirements
Must be a qualified, industry-recognized contractor with experience in soil fumigation. - Apply Tri-form 60 (60% Chloropicrin + 40% 1,3-Dichloropropene) at 52 g/m² under 1.5m-wide plastic-covered strips. - Treat four rows (±68m each, total ±272m) at Bien Donné Research Farm, Simondium. - Comply with Fertilizers/Farm Feeds Act, OHSA, SANS 10206, and SANS 10204. - Submit quotation (wet rate) including equipment, labour, fuel, and transport costs to/from site. - Mandatory: CSD registration, valid B-BBEE certificate, Tax PIN, SBD forms, and company registration documents. - Evaluation: 80/20 preference point system (price + specific goals like HDI/women/youth ownership).
ARC Binne Donne Research Farm, Simondium, • Bien Donne: 33.83333206 S 18.98333359 E - Simondium - Simondium - 7670
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Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) invites bids for strip soil fumigation services at Bien Donné Research Farm in Simondium, Western Cape. The work involves applying Tri-form 60 fumigant to four rows of orchard BD6d, totaling approximately 272 meters, using specified methods and complying with strict regulatory and safety standards. The tender will be evaluated using the 80/20 preferential procurement system.
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Scope: Strip soil fumigation in orchard BD6d at ARC Bien Donné Research Farm, Simondium.
The work involves applying soil fumigant (Tri-form 60) under plastic-covered strips.
Submit your written quotation via email to [email protected] as per instructions in the advert or email.
Deadline: 03 June 2026 at 11:00.
Returnables: Quotation must be on official company letterhead and duly signed.
Mandatory documents to include:
Completed and signed Standard Bidding Documents (SBD) forms (including SBD 6.1 and SBD 4).
CSD registration number and full CSD report.
Copy of company registration documents (e.g., CK certificate for Close Corporations).
Completed specification list with all boxes ticked.
Valid B-BBEE certificate.
Valid Tax PIN.
Quotation must indicate the delivery date and validity period.
Failure to submit signed SBD forms may result in disqualification.
Bidder's Disclosure (SBD4) requirements:
Declare if the bidder or any connected persons are employed by the state.
Disclose any relationship with persons employed by the procuring institution.
Disclose any interest in other related enterprises bidding for this contract.
Certify that the bid is independent, without collusion, and that there have been no improper consultations with competitors or ARC officials.
False declarations may lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, recovery of damages, restriction from state business, and criminal prosecution.
Eligibility: Only bidders registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) are eligible. Bids with obvious deviations from requirements will be eliminated.
Evaluation system: The 80/20 preference point system applies (for tenders up to R50 million). The lowest acceptable tender price will score 80 points for price.
Points allocation:
Price: Maximum 80 points. Formula: Ps = (Pmin / Pt)
80, where Pmin is the lowest acceptable tender price.
Specific Goals: Maximum 20 points. Points are awarded for:
Ownership by HDIs (51%+): 6 points.
Ownership by Women (51%+): 4 points.
Ownership by Youth (51%+): 4 points.
Ownership by Persons with Disabilities (51%+): 2 points.
B-BBEE Status Level 1-4: 2 points.
Promotion of SMMEs: 2 points.
Only bidders that claim specific goals will be considered for scoring on the 20 preference points.
Failure to submit proof/documentation for claimed points means no preference points are awarded.
The organ of state reserves the right to substantiate any claim at any time.
Quotation must be in South African Rand and inclusive of all VAT, delivery, insurance, and taxes.
Pricing must be a 'wet rate', including all equipment, labour, fuel, and transportation costs for equipment, products, and labour to and from Bien Donné Research Farm.
No price adjustments or amendments to delivery particulars will be considered after submission.
Pricing schedule items to quote on:
Strip soil fumigation of four rows (±68m each), total ±272m (unit price and total price).
Transport costs for equipment, product, and labour (lump sum).
Bidders must complete the Bidder's Disclosure (SBD4) declaring:
Whether the bidder or any connected persons are employed by the state.
Any relationship with persons employed by the procuring institution.
Any interest in other related enterprises bidding for this contract.
Bidders must declare that the bid is independent, without collusion, and that there have been no improper consultations with competitors or ARC officials.
False declarations may lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, recovery of damages, restriction from state business, and criminal prosecution.
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
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Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Public Procurement Act, 2024 (PPA)
Act 28 of 2024
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Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
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Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)
Act 2 of 2000
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Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)
Act 3 of 2000
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Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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Construction Industry Development Board Act (CIDB Act)
Act 38 of 2000
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National Environmental Management Act (NEMA)
Act 107 of 1998
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Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act)
Act 85 of 1993
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National Building Regulations and Building Standards Act
Act 103 of 1977
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Relevant where building standards, renovations, maintenance or construction compliance may apply.
Relevant because this tender appears to involve construction, building work, infrastructure, or site-based delivery.
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