Analysis of Potable and Wastewater Services.
Anathi Mzantsi
In plain English
(1) The tender is for the analysis of potable and wastewater for the East London Industrial Development Zone over a period of three years. (2) The service provider must have quality management systems like SANAS/ISO 17025 and a history of similar analysis experience.
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The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) is seeking a service provider for the analysis of potable and wastewater. The work will take place at the ELIDZ offices in East London or as required. The contract will run for a period of three years starting from 13 November 2026. The successful bidder will be responsible for performing comprehensive chemical and microbiological testing, including specialized analysis for parasites, pesticides, and organic compounds. Key deliverables include providing accurate analytical results within a maximum turnaround time of five days and offering technical interpretation of these results. The service provider must maintain high quality standards and have the capacity to perform emergency analysis when necessary. The project requires a team of qualified scientists to ensure all testing meets regulatory and safety standards throughout the three-year agreement.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS PIN
- Proof of CSD registration
- ISO 17025 accreditation certificate and schedule
- SACNASP registration for key personnel
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of office location
- Proficiency testing plan and latest interlaboratory reports
Contact & how to apply
Name: Anathi Mzantsi
Email: anathi@elidz.co.za
Phone: 043-702-8258
How to apply: All tender documents must be submitted online via the ELIDZ Tender Portal at https://tenderportal.elidz.co.za before the closing date and time of 12:00 on 07 December 2026. Late submissions will not be accepted.
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