Latest scientific research and development contracts and business opportunities in KwaZulu-Natal
Discover 6+ active scientific research and development tender opportunities in KwaZulu-Natal. As a major economic center, KwaZulu-Natal offers substantial government procurement opportunities for businesses specializing in government procurement and business opportunities. Our platform provides verified, up-to-date tender listings with comprehensive details to help your business succeed. Access verified tender opportunities. Find government contracts. Track procurement opportunities. Our AI-powered matching system ensures you never miss relevant opportunities. Browse all active scientific research and development tenders below, updated daily from verified government sources. Start your tender application today and grow your business with KwaZulu-Natal government contracts.
The national research foundation (nrf), through its saeon unit, seeks a service provider to supply and deliver three clarity tubes for laboratory use. The tubes must meet a detailed specification including transparent perspex material, 1 m length, 50 mm diameter, and engraved graduations. Bids must be submitted by email before 11:00 AM on 19 august 2026, and the contract is a once-off supply with delivery to the saeon office in pietermaritzburg.
Submission is by email only, to [email protected]. Only pdf documents are acceptable. Bids must be received by the closing time; late bids will not be considered. Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided, not re-typed. One original set of bid documents is required in electronic format. The bidder must complete the returnable documents checklist and provide page references to supporting documentation; failure to provide any mandatory document will disqualify the bid. Returnable documents (all mandatory unless noted): - sbd 1 (procurement invitation), signed and completed, including sbd 4, sbd 6.1 And the signed bid submission certificate. - Proof of authority to sign (e.g. Company resolution). - Proof of registration on the central supplier database (csd). - Valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (for emes/qses) – optional, required to claim preference points. - Data sheet, manual or brochure for the offered product. - Pricing schedule (sbd 3.1) Or a quotation on company letterhead. Disqualification risks: - any mandatory returnable document omitted or unsigned. - Quotation received after the closing time. - Bids from persons in the service of the state, or companies with directors who are in the service of the state. - Bidders listed on the register for tender defaulters or the list of restricted suppliers.
The national research foundation is seeking a service provider to assist with the supply, calibration, and delivery of a weather station. Interested parties should have experience in scientific research and development. The service provider must be registered with the CIDB and comply with BBBEE regulations.
• Supply of a weather station • calibration of the weather station • delivery of the weather station to nrcs
The kwazulu-natal department of social development seeks a service provider to conduct a comprehensive study on the status of substance abuse in the province. The contract spans 12–26 weeks and requires deliverables such as reports, gis-based hotspot maps, and an implementation framework for interventions.
Submit bids strictly by 11:00 on 08 june 2026. Deliver sealed bids to the bid box at: KZN department of social development, 208 hoosen haffejee street, pietermaritzburg, 3200. Use official forms provided (do not re-type or redraft). Each bid must be in a separate sealed envelope with the bidder’s name, bid number (KZNQ04/DSD/2026/27), and closing date clearly marked. Late, faxed, emailed, or hand-delivered bids outside the bid box will not be accepted. Bidders must initial every page; alterations must be initialed. Correcting fluid is prohibited. Bids will be opened in public after closing time. Required documents: sbd1 (invitation to bid), sbd4 (declaration of interest), sbd6.1 (Preference points claim form), sbd7 (contract form), tax compliance certificate (tcs pin or csd number), b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (for emes/qses), and pricing schedule (sbd3.3). Failure to submit any required document may disqualify the bid.
The kwazulu-natal department of social development seeks a service provider to conduct a comprehensive situational analysis of homelessness in the province. The contract spans 12-26 weeks and requires deliverables such as reports, a database, policy brief, and intervention framework.
Submit bids strictly by 11:00 on 08 june 2026. Late bids will not be accepted. Bids must be submitted on official forms provided (do not re-type or redraft). Use the bid box at: KZN department of social development, 208 hoosen haffejee street, pietermaritzburg, 3200. Each bid must be in a separate sealed envelope with the bidder’s name, bid number (KZNQ05/DSD/2026/27), and closing date clearly marked. Bids sent via post, fax, email, or electronic means will not be considered. Bidders must initial every page of the bid document. Alterations must be initialed; correcting fluid is prohibited. Bids will be opened in public after the closing time. Required returnable documents: sbd1 (invitation to bid), sbd3.3 (Pricing schedule), sbd4 (declaration of interest), sbd6.1 (Preference points claim form), sbd7 (contract form), and all sections as per the bid document. Failure to comply with submission rules may result in disqualification.
The kwazulu-natal department of social development seeks a service provider to conduct a comprehensive state of the province demographic analysis to inform its dsd transition strategy. The contract spans 12–26 weeks and targets suppliers capable of delivering data-driven insights, reports, and policy briefs.
• Submit your bid strictly by 11:00 on 08 june 2026. Late bids will be rejected. • Deliver to the bid box at: KZN department of social development, 208 hoosen haffejee street, pietermaritzburg, 3200. • Use only the official bid forms provided (do not retype). Photocopies are acceptable but must bear original signatures. • Submit a complete bid in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with: bid number (KZNQ06/DSD/2026/27), bidder name, and closing date. • Each bid must be in a separate envelope. Bids found in the wrong box, submitted open, or without the bid number on the envelope may be disqualified. • NO submissions by post, fax, telegraph, or electronic means will be accepted. Proof of posting is not proof of delivery. • Initial every page of the bid document. All alterations must be initialed; correcting fluid is prohibited. • Include all required certificates (e.g., Tax compliance, b-bbee, csd registration). Failure to provide these may invalidate your bid.
The kwazulu-natal government seeks a service provider to develop a strategy for transitioning from a welfarist to a social development approach. Applicants should have expertise in scientific research and development and social development strategy. Proposals must be submitted by 8 may 2026 and participants are required to attend the briefing via the provided teams link.
• Develop a comprehensive strategy for transitioning from a welfarist to a social development approach • demonstrated expertise in scientific research and development and social development initiatives • submit proposal by 8 may 2026 and attend the mandatory briefing via the teams link
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