Annual Calibration of Laboratory Weather Stations.
Thobela Mqikela
In plain English
The tender is for the appointment of a service provider for the annual calibration of a laboratory weather station. Bidders must comply with the terms of reference and provide a total cost breakdown.
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The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) is seeking a service provider to perform the annual calibration of three Davis Vantage Vue weather stations. The work will take place at the NRCS Pretoria office. The calibration must cover atmospheric pressure, humidity, and temperature for each station. The project must be completed by the closing date of 19 November 2026. Bidders are expected to provide a full cost breakdown for these services.
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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- SANAS accreditation for temperature, humidity, and pressure calibration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit for EMEs
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thobela Mqikela
Email: thobela.mqikela@nrcs.org.za
Phone: 012-482-8831
How to apply: Quotations must be submitted via email to thobela.mqikela@nrcs.org.za. Hand-delivered quotes will not be accepted. Documents must be organized in a file with numbered dividers corresponding to the provided checklist.
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