Supply and Delivery of Bacterial Sequencing Services
Agricultural Research Council
In plain English
Sequencing analysis and identification of bacterial samples are being procured. Only bidders registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) can bid.
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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) invites quotations for the sequencing and identification of bacterial samples at their Infruietc-Nietvoorbij facility in Stellenbosch. The project involves genomic DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and bidirectional sequencing for ten samples in total. Service providers must provide a detailed report of the results. Work must be completed following the receipt of an official purchase order, with the specific delivery timeline to be proposed by the bidder. The closing date for all submissions is 02 September 2026 at 11:00.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide proof of relevant industry experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: Heinrich du Plessis
Email: dplessishe@arc.agric.za
Phone: 021-809-3063
How to apply: Submit a signed quotation on an official company letterhead via email to MgudlwaQ@arc.agric.za. Ensure the submission includes your CSD registration number and the full CSD report.
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