Decontamination and Validation of Laboratory Equipment
Agricultural Research Council
In plain English
The tender is for the servicing of 2 biosafety cabinets and 1 laminar flow at the TB Laboratory. Only bidders registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and SANAS accredited can bid.
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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) - Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute (OVI) invites quotes for the professional servicing, decontamination, and validation of laboratory equipment. The work will take place at 100 Old Soutpan Road, Onderstepoort, Pretoria. The project involves the decontamination, validation, and documentation of two biosafety cabinets and one laminar flow unit. The service provider must ensure all equipment is fully operational and documented according to safety standards. The closing date for submissions is 03 September 2026 at 11:00. Services must be rendered upon receipt of an official purchase order from the ARC. Bidders are required to provide details regarding the warranty period and extent of the guarantee for the services provided. All pricing must be in South African Rand and include VAT, delivery, and insurance costs.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- VAT registration — A registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must hold valid SANAS accreditation
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide evidence of relevant industry experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: Dineo Desiree Manzini
Email: ManziniD@arc.agric.za
Phone: 012-529-9317
How to apply: Quotations must be prepared on an official company letterhead, duly signed, and submitted via email to Dineo Manzini at ManziniD@arc.agric.za by the closing date.
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