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Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
1Dr Lategan road - Groenkloof - Pretoria - 0002
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Nov 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-176809
The south african bureau of standards (sabs) requires the supply and delivery of a benchtop high precision density meter for measuring the density of solid rubber, pvc and polyurethane footwear samples. The instrument must have an accuracy of 0.0001 G/cm³, a density measurement range of 0.0000–3.0000 G/cm³, and a maximum sample mass of 10 grams. Bidders must submit at least three reference letters demonstrating successful delivery of a density meter or equivalent, along with a brochure or data sheet of the proposed instrument. The quotation must be submitted by email before 11:00 on 09 november 2026, and the evaluation will use the 80/20 preference points system (80 points for price, 20 for specific goals).
Closing: Submit by email to [email protected] before 11:00 on 09 November 2026; late submissions are rejected.
Mandatory documents: CSD registration report, valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim), and Appendix A (Non-Disclosure Agreement) must accompany the quotation.
Track record: Provide at least three reference letters from previous or current clients confirming successful delivery of a density meter or equivalent.
Technical evidence: Submit a brochure and/or data sheet of the proposed density meter; the instrument must meet the specified accuracy (0.0001 g/cm³), range (0.0000–3.0000 g/cm³), and maximum sample mass (10 g).
Deliverables: Include Certificate of Conformity, Calibration Certificate, Factory Acceptance Test/Performance Report, Operational Qualification, user manuals, installation instructions, and maintenance logs.
Evaluation: Only bidders meeting mandatory requirements are scored under the 80/20 system – 80 points for price, 20 for specific goals (black ownership, black women ownership, disability ownership).
Disqualification risks: Contacting any SABS personnel other than Asanda Zulu, canvassing, or failing to disclose all CSD-registered active companies linked to directors will lead to disqualification.
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Date & Time
Monday, 09 November 2026 - 11:00
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1Dr Lategan road - Groenkloof - Pretoria - 0002
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Description
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf03 Nov
2026
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Tender was published
09 Nov
2026
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Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf
Supply and delivery of a high precision benchtop density meter for measuring solids, for the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS). The meter must measure the density of solid rubber, PVC and polyurethane footwear samples with an accuracy of 0.0001 g/cm³ and a density measurement range of 0.0000 to 3.0000 g/cm³.
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) invites quotations for the supply and delivery of a high precision density meter for measuring solids. The instrument is used for accurate density determination of solid rubber, PVC and polyurethane footwear samples. The RFQ is subject to SABS Standard Terms and Conditions.
Important Dates
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf (RFQ)Closing date and time: 09 November 2026 at 11:00
Contact Information
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf (RFQ)Enquiries contact:
Submission address (email): [email protected]
Delivery address: SABS Campus, 1 Dr Lategan Road, Groenkloof, Pretoria, 0001
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf (RFQ)Submission method: email
Submission email: [email protected]
Closing time: 09 November 2026 at 11:00
Late submissions will not be accepted; the bidder is responsible for ensuring the quotation is received on time.
Returnable documents (all must be submitted with the quotation):
Disqualification risks:
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf (RFQ)Evaluation stages:
Specific goals points (claimed via SBD 6.1):
Failure to submit proof for specific goals means no points are claimed for them.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf (RFQ)Supply and delivery of a high precision density meter for measuring solids.
Purpose: accurate determination of density of solid rubber, PVC and polyurethane footwear samples.
Key specifications:
Mandatory technical evidence:
Deliverables (with the instrument):
Delivery: at SABS Campus, 1 Dr Lategan Road, Groenkloof, Pretoria
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdfQuotation must include total cost all-inclusive of VAT, cost breakdown, installation and commissioning, training, transportation (if applicable), and disbursements (if applicable).
No advance payment; payment only after delivery.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf (RFQ)Pricing format: quotation must include:
Payment terms: no advance or upfront payment; payment only after delivery of goods/services as agreed.
Validity period: quotation must remain valid for 120 days from closing date; SABS may extend by 60 days by written notice without requiring bidder consent.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdf (RFQ)CSD registration: bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and submit the CSD registration report.
B-BBEE: valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit required to claim specific goal points.
SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure): mandatory; false declaration disqualifies.
SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form): mandatory for claiming specific goal points.
Appendix A (Non-Disclosure Agreement): mandatory; binds bidder to confidentiality.
Company track record: minimum of three reference letters from previous/current clients demonstrating experience in delivering density meters or equivalent.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdfThe RFQ does not commit SABS to any course of action; SABS may reject any submission or discontinue the evaluation process at any time without liability.
No contract is created by the RFQ or by any communication during the process.
Bidder's quotation is subject to SABS Standard Terms and Conditions (available on the SABS website).
SABS will not be bound by any legal or contractual terms included in the bidder's quotation.
Confidentiality: bidder must keep all information confidential and is bound by the non-disclosure agreement for 12 months from signature.
Validity: quotation valid for 120 days from closing date; SABS may extend by 60 days by written notice.
No advance payment; payment only after delivery as agreed.
Section
Source: RFQ 202140 Chemical and Materials Solid Density Meter.pdfOnly bidders who meet mandatory requirements (reference letters and technical brochure/data sheet) are evaluated further.
Preference points system: 80/20 (2022 regulations) – 80 points price, 20 points specific goals.
Specific goals points as per SBD 6.1 table (black ownership, black women ownership, disability ownership).
SABS reserves the right to require substantiation of any preference claim.
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1 Dr Lategan Rd, Groenkloof, Pretoria, 0027, South Africa
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012-428-6157[email protected]www.sabs.co.za1 Dr Lategan Rd, Groenkloof, Pretoria, 0027, South Africa
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