Software Development, Support, and Maintenance Services
Supply Chain Management
In plain English
The SAMRC is procuring software development, support, and maintenance services. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) in Cape Town is seeking a service provider for software development, support, and maintenance. The project involves providing technical services to the Information Services Technology Division. The contract will last for 36 months, with an option to extend for an additional 24 months. The work will be performed at the SAMRC facilities in Parow Valley. Interested parties should attend the virtual briefing session on 14 August 2026. All proposals must be submitted by 28 August 2026.
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 National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide proof of relevant software development qualifications and experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: Supply Chain Management
Email: tenders@mrc.ac.za
Phone: 021-938-0911
How to apply: Submit proposals via the SAMRC website or hand-deliver to Tender Box No. 2 at the South African Medical Research Council, Francie van Zijl Drive, Parow Valley, Tygerberg, 7580, Western Cape.
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