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Tender Appointment for a Service Provider to Provide a Floor Standing Centrifuge

Onderstepoort Biological Products Limited
Ref:RFP/OBP14/25BV01
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Province

Gauteng

Closing Date

4 March 2026 at 11:00

Estimated Value

Value not specified

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  • Onderstepoort Biological Products Limited
  • Gauteng
  • Closes 4 March 2026 at 11:00 (Closed) — Below are the specification and requirement of the standing centrifuge required

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Last checked

19 Jul 2026

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Tender Description

Tender appointment for a service provider to provide a floor standing centrifuge

Supplies: Medical

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Important Dates & Timeline

2 key dates

Tender Published

2 February 2026 at 22:00

Past

Tender was published

Tender Closing Date

4 March 2026 at 11:00

Past

Final deadline for submission

Submission Requirements

215 items · 145 mandatory

145 Required
technical

Below are the specification and requirement of the standing centrifuge required by OBP

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Specification Requirement

Must be able to accommodate 1L and 2L rotors

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Rotor options Support both fixed-angle and swinging bucket rotors

Temperature control 4° to 40°C

6-8 bottles of 1L capacity

Maximum capacity 6-8 bottle 2L capacity

Maximum speed 6000 rpm

Touch screen interface

Must provide programmable acceleration/deceleration, run time, and

Required

Control temperature control

Dimensions (Height = 1020 (±100mm)

Process type Bioprocessing

IEC 61010

Certification

Compliant with current GMP requirements

Material and construction

• Corrosion resistance: Surfaces in contact with the product must not

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chemically change, react, or absorb the product.

• Material selection: Use highly corrosion-resistant materials like

GMP Requirements stainless steel, special alloy materials, or approved plastics suitable for

TENDER APPOINTMENT FOR A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE STANDING CENTRIFUGE

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autoclaving at 121° C. Material selection must be based on the specific

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chemical properties of the separated material. Bottle caps must be leak-

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resistant and rated for the centrifuge’s maximum acceleration.

• Cleanliness: The design should have a smooth, seamless surface with

no dead corners to prevent the accumulation of material and allow for

easy cleaning.

• Sealing: Seals and gaskets must be made of suitable materials and

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ensure no contamination from lubricants or other external sources can

enter the product stream.

• External surfaces: Even parts not in direct contact with the product

should be suitable for easy cleaning and maintenance of a hygienic

environment.

• Containment: Compliance with biosafety level requirements up to

BSL 3

Equipment design and operation

• Enclosed system: The primary separation vessel should be fully

enclosed for as long as possible to prevent contamination and reduce

exposure.

• Sanitary connections: Use sanitary pipes and quick couplings to

connect the centrifuge, which facilitates cleaning and prevents potential

contamination

• Process control:

o User authentication: Implement multi-level user logins and PIN

authentication to control who can operate the instrument.

o Data recording: Record critical operational data, such as speed

and temperature, and store it for future reference.

Imbalance detection, emergency lid release, and automatic rotor recognition.

Safety standards

Over-temperature and over-speed protection

Network interfaces, Ethernet, WIFI and USB for data logging and remote control

Security and compliance Role based access control or password login

Single phase or Three phase power termination point will be supplied by OBP.

Voltage for single phase (200-240 v)

Power

TENDER APPOINTMENT FOR A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE STANDING CENTRIFUGE

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Three phase (380-400 V)

Must supply 12- 16 bottles depending on maximum capcity1L

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12- 16 bottles depending on maximum capcity-2L centrifuge bottles (PP)

Software ability to integrate with the lab information management system and

firmware update options must be included

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UPS to be compatible with equipment supplied must be a minimum of 15 KVA

Required

Accessories

Supplier must provide on-site training for relevant staff upon installation.

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Training must include proper usage, safety procedures, maintenance, and

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Training troubleshooting as a minimum.

• 5 years for the unit

• 5 years for power drive

• 5 years for refrigeration

• Supplier must guarantee availability of spare parts for a minimum of 7

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years after delivery

Duration / Warranty

Supplier must handle delivery, installation, and commissioning of the

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centrifuge at the final site.

The supplier is to develop and execute installation qualification (IQ) and

operational qualification (OQ) protocols. The protocols and supporting

documents such as calibration certificates should be sent to OBP QA for

approval PRIOR to the execution.

The equipment must be fully operational and tested before acceptance.

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Service provider should provide the user manuals, technical documentation,

rotor technical specifications, bottle certifications and maintenance

Qualification guides in English.

compliance

Timer range 1min-99h59min, with the continuous run function.

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Compulsory documents

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Template for list of references to be completed compulsory requirements

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Company Name Contract person Tel/cell number Email address Company Website

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address

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TENDER APPOINTMENT FOR A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE STANDING CENTRIFUGE

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Stage 1: Check for compulsory documents

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All documents indicated on must be submitted, missing documents will result in automatic

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disqualification.

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Stage 2: Evaluation for functionality

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Interested service provider must obtain a minimum score of 80 of functionality to be eligible for evaluation in

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stage two. The following will be used as a criterion and the minimum points of each criterion which are

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indicated in the table below:

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Aspect Functionality Criteria Weight Means of Verification.

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List of floors standing • Previous supply of 0 to 2 units stated in 30 Table to be provided with

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centrifuges supplied table format - 0 points the relevant columns

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Previous supply of 3 to 5 units stated in

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table format - 15 points

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Previous supply of More than 5 units

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stated in table format - 30 points

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Certifications Original Equipment Manufacturer letter must 20 Attach valid certifications

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be valid - 10 points (Failure to submit OEM from OEM

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letter will result to 0 points)

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International Electrotechnical Commission

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Certificate 61010 - 10 points (Failure to

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submit IEC certificate will result to 0 points)

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Specification and -Training (3) 50 Failure to submit any of

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catalogue - Accessories (3) the required information

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Manual (3) stated in this row will

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Safety features (3) result in 0 points

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Processing type (2)

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Materials (3)

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TENDER APPOINTMENT FOR A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE STANDING CENTRIFUGE

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Roto options (3)

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Temperature Control (3)

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Maximum speed (2)

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Control (2)

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Dimensions (2)

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Certification (3)

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Network interface (3)

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Security and Compliance (3)

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Time Range (2)

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Qualification Requirements (3)

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Warranty (3)

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GMP requirements (3)

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Total 100

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Bidders that meet the functionality criteria will move to the next stage of pricing and specific goals.

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Stage 3: Price and Specific goals

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The evaluation for Price and specific goals shall be based on the 80/20 PPPFA principle and the points for

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evaluation criteria are as follows:

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Evaluation of Price and Preference

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All Bids will be evaluated on a points system based on weighted average score for Price and

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Preference as per Preferential Procurement Framework Act of 2000 (Act ).

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Preference Point allocation – 80/20

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Price / Preference Weighting percentage

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Preference: 20%

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Price: 80 %

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TENDER APPOINTMENT FOR A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE STANDING CENTRIFUGE

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Total must equal: 100%

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OBP Onderstepoort Biological Points Evidence required Yes/No

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Products will award preference

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points as follows: Specific Goal

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Historically disadvantaged by unfair 10 A valid BBBEE Certificate showing at

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discrimination on the basis of Race least 51% black ownership

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Historically disadvantaged by unfair 8 A valid BBBEE Certificate showing at

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discrimination on the basis of least 30% women ownership

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Gender (women)

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Historically disadvantaged by unfair 2 A doctor’s note confirming disability,

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discrimination on the basis of confirmation of disability from the

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disability Department of Labour, BEE certificate

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or equivalent confirmation.

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Total points 20

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The evaluation for Price and BBBEE shall be based on the 80/20 PPPFA principle and the points for evaluation

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criteria are as follows:

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Evaluation Criteria Points

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Specific goals 20

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Validity of Bids

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The prospective tenderer is required to confirm that it will hold its Bid valid for 120 Days from the closing date

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of the submission of Bids. All the Bids must be quoted in South African Rand and remain valid for 120 days

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after closure of the tender.

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PRICING SCHEDULE

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All pricings must be fixed amounts and must be in Rands.

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Presentation of proposal

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A recommended bidder that meets all the above evaluation criterion will undergo a presentation of proposal

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at OBP Premises (at own expense/s) communication will be shared accordingly.

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TENDER APPOINTMENT FOR A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE STANDING CENTRIFUGE

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Signed Name in Print:

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___________________________________ __________________________________

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Capacity: Date:

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TENDER APPOINTMENT FOR A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE STANDING CENTRIFUGE

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DECLARATION OF INTEREST BY TENDERER SBD4

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BIDDER’S DISCLOSURE

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PURPOSE OF THE FORM

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Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In line with

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the principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as enshrined in the Constitution

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of the Republic of South Africa and further expressed in various pieces of legislation, it is required for

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the bidder to make this declaration in respect of the details required hereunder.

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Where a person/s are listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters and / or the List of Restricted

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Suppliers, that person will automatically be disqualified from the bid process.

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Bidder’s declaration

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2.1 Is the bidder, or any of its directors / trustees / shareholders / members / partners or any person having

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a controlling interest1 in the enterprise,

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employed by the state? YES/NO

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2.1.1 If so, furnish particulars of the names, individual identity numbers, and, if applicable, state employee

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numbers of sole proprietor/ directors / trustees / shareholders / members/ partners or any person

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having a controlling interest in the enterprise, in table below.

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Full Name Identity Number Name of State

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institution

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1 the power, by one person or a group of persons holding the majority of the equity of

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an enterprise, alternatively, the person/s having the deciding vote or power to

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influence or to direct the course and decisions of the enterprise.

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2.2 Do you, or any person connected with the bidder, have a relationship with any person who is employed

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by the procuring institution? YES/NO

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2.2.1 If so, furnish particulars:

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2.3 Does the bidder or any of its directors / trustees / shareholders / members / partners or any person

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having a controlling interest in the enterprise have any interest in any other related enterprise whether

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or not they are bidding for this contract? YES/NO

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2.3.1 If so, furnish particulars:

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Government

Onderstepoort Biological Products Limited

Contact Information

www.obpvaccines.co.za/
012-522-1500
[email protected]
100 Soutpan Rd, Onderstepoort, Pretoria, 0110, South Africa

Key Personnel

Nokuthokoza Mbhele

Contact Person

[email protected]

Nokuthokoza Mbhele

Contact Person

[email protected]
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TENDER APPOINTMENT FOR A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE A FLOOR STANDING CENTRIFUGE

Onderstepoort Biological Products Limited tender in Gauteng. Closing 3/4/2026. Tender appointment for a service provider to provide a floor standing centrifuge...

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Contact Information

Organization

Onderstepoort Biological Products Limited

Contact Person

Hlengiwe Mthembu

Phone

012-522-1500

Email

[email protected]

Website

www.obpvaccines.co.za/

Address

100 Soutpan Rd, Onderstepoort, Pretoria, 0110, South Africa

Tender Status
Closed

4 March 2026 at 11:00

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Key Information

Location

Gauteng

Closing Date

4 March 2026 at 11:00

Organization

Onderstepoort Biological Products Limited

Industry Categories
Supplies: Medical
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