Implementation and Maintenance of LIMS for Vaal Central Water.
Vaal Central Water
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
27 August 2026 at 11:00 · 02 Mzuzu Street, Pellissier, Bloemfontein
In plain English
Vaal Central Water is procuring a service provider for the implementation, maintenance, and licensing of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for three years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and may claim preference points based on B-BBEE status.
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Vaal Central Water is seeking a service provider to implement, maintain, and provide annual licensing for a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). This project will take place over a three-year period at their laboratory facilities, including Balkfontein and Vaal Gamagara. The successful bidder will be responsible for project management, system configuration, integration with existing laboratory instruments, and staff training. Key deliverables include automated sample lifecycle management, workflow automation, stock tracking, and integration with ERP and SCADA systems. The project requires extensive technical expertise in laboratory processes and regulatory compliance. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session on 27 August 2026 to be eligible for consideration.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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 National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Valid CIPC registration or identity documentation
- Attendance at compulsory briefing session required
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of business address via rates clearance or lease
- Minimum 10 years experience with three contactable references
- Proof of OEM partnership
- Professional certifications for Project Manager and Technical Lead
Contact & how to apply
Name: Vaal Central Water
Email: bids@vcwater.co.za
Phone: 051-403-0800
How to apply: Submit sealed envelopes clearly marked with the contract number and description into the Tender Box at the Vaal Central Water Reception Area, 2 Mzuzu Street, Pellissier, Bloemfontein, 9322, by 12:00 on 10 September 2026.
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