Supply and delivery of a truck with crane to SARAO.
SARAO Tender Enquiries
In plain English
A truck equipped with a truck-mounted crane is being bought for SARAO in Carnarvon. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) is seeking a supplier for a MAN TGM 18,2540 4x4 truck fitted with a HIAB e-X162 Hi Pro E-4 crane. This equipment is required for the MeerKAT project. The scope includes the supply, delivery, and registration of the vehicle, along with a three-year service plan and specific warranties for both the truck and the crane. The delivery must be made to the SARAO Karoo Support Base in Carnarvon, Northern Cape. Bidders must be the original equipment manufacturer or an authorized dealer. The project requires the equipment to meet specific safety and operational standards. The closing date for this tender is 9 October 2026 at 12:00 PM.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Proof of OEM status or authorized dealership
- Reference letters for successful supply of similar heavy moving vehicles
- Valid COID Act Letter of Good Standing
- Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act
Contact & how to apply
Name: SARAO Tender Enquiries
Email: tender-enquiries@sarao.ac.za
Phone: 021-506-7300
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the National Treasury e-submission portal at https://admin.etenders.gov.za/ using your Central Supplier Database (CSD) credentials before the closing date and time.
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