Supply and delivery of specialized laboratory equipment.
Khanyisa Maqwara
In plain English
The tender is for the supply and delivery of 25 pieces of 10 µg/cm² arc-evaporated carbon foils on glass substrate with parting agent. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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NRF-iThemba LABS is requesting the supply and delivery of 25 specialized arc-evaporated carbon foils. These ultra-thin foils are required for use in Time-of-Flight Elastic Recoil Detection Analysis timing detectors. The items must be delivered to the iThemba LABS facility in Braamfontein. The successful bidder must complete delivery within one week of receiving a purchase order. Prices must remain valid for at least 60 days. The project follows the 80/20 preference point system for evaluation.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide a valid Tax Compliance PIN
- Must hold a valid SANAS accredited B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Must not be listed as a tender defaulter or restricted supplier
Contact & how to apply
Name: Khanyisa Maqwara
Email: scm2@tlabs.ac.za
Phone: 021-843-1379
How to apply: Interested bidders must submit their quotations via email to scm2@tlabs.ac.za before the closing date and time of 03 July 2026 at 11:00 am. Late submissions will not be accepted.
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