Supply and delivery of McFarland Reference Standards.
SCM Team
In plain English
iThemba LABS is procuring McFarland Reference Standards for microbiological procedures. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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iThemba LABS invites quotes for the supply and delivery of a McFarland Reference Standard set to their facility in Cape Town. This equipment is essential for standardizing bacterial suspension densities in microbiological procedures. The required set must include standards ranging from 0.5 to 4.0 McFarland, compatible with spectrophotometers at 600 nm or 625 nm wavelengths. The product must consist of polystyrene microparticles in a buffer, provided in a plastic case with a visual comparison card. The items must be ready for immediate use and stored at room temperature. Delivery is required as soon as possible to the SCM Department at Old Faure Road, Faure.
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
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid tax compliance status (Tax Pin)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Not listed on Register for Tender Defaulters or Restricted Suppliers
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM Team
Email: scm3@tlabs.ac.za
Phone: 021-843-1345
How to apply: Quotes and proposals must be submitted via email to scm3@tlabs.ac.za before 16:00 on 21 July 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
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