Issuing Organization
National Research Foundation
Location
Western Cape
Closing Date
18 Mar 2026
Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
1 Observatory Road, Observatory, 7925 - Cape Town - Cape Town - 7925
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
02 Mar 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-149620
The south african astronomical observatory (saao) is seeking a service provider for structural works and repairs services at its cape town site in observatory, western cape. The appointment is for a period of 2 years. Interested service providers should apply with key conditions including a compulsory briefing.
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1 Observatory Road, Observatory, 7925 - Cape Town - Cape Town - 7925
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Date & Time
Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 15:00
Venue
SAAO Auditorium, 2 Observatory Road, Observatory, 7925
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02 Mar
2026
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2026
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NRF-SAAO-RFQ-116042 - Appointment of service providers for Structural Building Repairs.pdf
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