Latest scientific research and development contracts and business opportunities in Western Cape
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The western cape government requires a supplier to deliver four nansen-type sledges for scientific research and development. Professional services and consulting companies may apply. The tender closes on 2026/08/07.
• Supply and delivery of four nansen-type sledges • valid registration and compliance with relevant authorities • ability to meet the specified delivery deadline
The national research foundation (nrf) through saeon is seeking a service provider to supply secure storage rental space in cape town for marine sampling equipment for a five-year period (two years fixed, three years variable). The facility must meet specific security, access, and safety requirements and be located within 10 km of the saeon egagasini office in foreshore. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session and submit their bids electronically by 10 august 2026.
• Submit electronically via email to [email protected] Or via the national treasury e-tender portal (www.etenders.gov.za). • Use a two-folder system: first folder for technical/compliance response (part a: bid forms and compliance, part b: technical response), second folder for financial quote only. • Ensure all sbd forms are completed and signed; do not re-type official forms. • Late submissions will not be considered. • Bids must be valid for 90 days from closing date. • Submit passwords for password-protected pdf files separately, not before bid closure. • Joint venture/consortium members must submit separate sbd 1, 4, and 6.1 Forms.
This RFQ invites suppliers to quote for the supply and delivery of three canberra partially depleted pips detectors to ithemba labs in gauteng. The detectors are for use in rutherford backscattering spectrometry (rbs) at the tams facility. Bidders must be csd-registered, submit mandatory documents, and comply with the 80/20 preferential procurement system.
- Submit quotes/proposals via email only to [email protected]. - Late submissions will not be accepted. - Mandatory returnable documents: sbd 4 (bidder disclosure, signed and completed), sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim, signed and completed with b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit), pricing schedule (or official quotation), product datasheets and technical literature meeting RFQ specifications. - Changes to the RFQ template or terms after closing date/time will not be considered. - Ensure all mandatory documents are submitted to avoid disqualification. - Bidders listed in the register for tender defaulters or the list of restricted suppliers will be automatically disqualified.
Ithemba labs (nrf) invites quotations for the supply of culture media (emem, dmem, rpmi 1640, ham’s f12, DMEM/F12) and consumables (pen/strep, trypsin, pbs tablets) for a three-year period. This tender is for suppliers of laboratory reagents and consumables to support research at ithemba labs in the western cape.
- Submit quotation via email to [email protected] By 13 july 2026, 11:00 AM. - late submissions will not be accepted. - Mandatory returnable documents: sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure, signed and completed), sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim, signed and completed with b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit), csd summary report (from www.csd.gov.za), Material safety datasheets (msds) for all listed products, and completed pricing schedule (or formal quotation). - Changes to the RFQ template or terms after closing date/time will not be considered. - Failure to provide mandatory documents may result in disqualification. - Bidders must declare any conflicts of interest, including state employment or relationships with procuring institution staff. - Collusive bidding is prohibited; bids must be independent and not disclosed to competitors. - Fraudulent claims or non-compliance may result in disqualification, contract cancellation, cost recovery, or restriction from public sector business for up to 10 years. - Suspicious bids may be reported to the competition commission or national prosecuting authority (npa).
Overberg water is seeking quotations for the provision, installation, and support of a laboratory information management system (lims) for a 36-month period. The system must be iso 17025:2017 compliant and will support the laboratory's journey toward accreditation, with implementation expected within six months of award. This tender is open to suppliers capable of delivering a comprehensive, web-based lims with hosting, training, and ongoing support.
- Quotations must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the tender box at overberg water's corporate office (trident park 3, ground floor, 1 niblick street, somerset west, 7137) by 12:00 on 16 july 2026. - Bidders must be registered on the national treasury central supplier database (csd); non-registered bidders will not be considered. - All six returnable schedules (sbd1, annexure a3, sbd4, sbd6.1, BBBEE certificate/sworn affidavit, csd report) must be fully completed and signed; failure to do so may result in rejection. - A technical brochure for the lims system must be provided; failure to submit will render the bid non-responsive. - Bidders must quote on all line items in the price schedule (except item 2 where applicable) and ensure prices are fixed and valid for 90 days. - The proposed lims must comply with all mandatory technical specifications (e.g., Web-based, iso 17025:2017 compliant, full audit trail, digital signatures, integration with lab equipment) as detailed in the RFQ. - functionality evaluation requires a minimum score of 75% to proceed; criteria include working experience (max 40 points), client references (max 40 points), and implementation plan (max 20 points).
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.
• 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.
This RFQ seeks the supply of soc systems and various support electronics for scientific research and development. Suitable suppliers with expertise in professional services and consulting are encouraged to apply. Closing date is 29 june 2026.
• Supply of soc systems • provision of various support electronics • applicable to scientific research and development sector
This request for quotation (RFQ) from the national research foundation's ithemba labs seeks the supply of system-on-chip (soc) platforms and various laboratory support electronics, including enclosures, displays, adapters, and GPS modules, for scientific research applications. Suppliers must provide new, genuine oem products or approved equivalents that meet strict technical and compatibility requirements for laboratory use.
Submit your quotation via email to: [email protected]. Deadline: 11 june 2026 at 16:00. Late submissions will not be accepted. Mandatory returnable documents: sbd 4 (bidder disclosure, signed and completed), sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim, signed and completed with b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit for local bidders), manufacturer technical datasheets for all quoted items, and csd summary report (www.csd.gov.za). Changes to the RFQ template or its terms after the closing date/time will not be considered. Failure to provide mandatory documents may result in disqualification. Delivery must occur within 4 weeks after official purchase order communication. All quoted items must be new, genuine oem products, and fit for laboratory/research use. NO partial bids will be considered. Equivalent items must demonstrate compatibility and equivalent/superior performance with supporting documentation.
The national research foundation (nrf), via ithemba labs, invites quotations for the supply of 20 reels of metalised (aluminium) pet non-adhesive tape (100 µm thick, 12mm wide, 76mm core diameter, 480m per reel). This tender is open to compliant suppliers registered on the central supplier database (csd).
Submit your quotation via email to [email protected] By 10 june 2026 at 11:00 AM. late submissions will not be accepted. Mandatory returnable documents: sbd 4 (bidder disclosure, signed and completed), sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim, signed and completed with b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit), csd summary report (from www.csd.gov.za), And pricing schedule (or official quotation). Changes to the RFQ template or its terms after the closing date/time will not be considered. Failure to provide mandatory documents may result in disqualification. Bidders must certify that their submission is independent and free from collusion, as per the sbd 4 disclosure form. Any false or incomplete disclosure may result in disqualification or legal action under the competition act or prevention and combating of corrupt activities act.
The marine living resources fund (mlrf) seeks to appoint a service provider to manage the department of forestry, fisheries and the environment (DFFE) fleet of fisheries protection and research vessels for a five-year period. This tender is open to qualified suppliers capable of ensuring operational efficiency and compliance for the fleet.
Must manage a fleet of fisheries protection and research vessels for 5 years. Must comply with DFFE and mlrf operational and regulatory standards. Must demonstrate experience in marine vessel management or related services. Must provide maintenance, logistical, and operational support for the fleet. Must adhere to submission guidelines and deadlines (closing 13 july 2026). Must meet all technical and financial requirements as specified in the tender. Must operate primarily in the western cape or as required by the contract.
The national research foundation (nrf), via ithemba labs, seeks a third-party service provider to act as an administrative liaison and coordinate the repair, assessment, and operational training for the varian model 200–df4 (200 kev) ion implanter. The project includes technical diagnostics, system restoration, skills transfer, and training for an assigned ithemba labs technician.
Submit your quotation via email to [email protected] By 03 june 2026 at 11:00 AM. late submissions will not be accepted. Mandatory returnable documents: (1) sbd 4 (bidder’s disclosure) – signed and completed; (2) sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim) – signed and completed with a valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (south african companies only); (3) csd summary report (from www.csd.gov.za); (4) completed pricing schedule or formal quotation. Do not alter the RFQ template or its terms after submission. Failure to provide mandatory documents may result in disqualification.
The western cape government requires a service provider to service two portable air conditioners for ulwazi node. Suppliers with relevant experience should apply. The tender closes on 2026/05/08.
• Servicing of two portable air conditioners • experience in similar work • valid registration and licenses
The western cape government seeks a service provider to renew the bitdefender gravityzone license for a three-year period. Interested parties should submit a quotation by 8 may 2026. The tender is a request for quotation with NO briefing session.
• Provide renewal of bitdefender gravityzone license for three (3) years • submit a compliant quotation by 2026/05/08 • meet all applicable south african procurement and BBBEE requirements
The western cape government seeks to establish a panel of researchers for economic development planning over a three‑year period. Eligible applicants include research institutions, universities, and think tanks with expertise in economic development. The tender is an open bid with a closing date of 12 may 2026.
• Panel of researchers for economic development planning • 3‑year contract period • open tender – south african entities only
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