Service Provider for Geotechnical Drilling Assessment.
Agricultural Research Council
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
26 August 2026 at 12:00 · ARC-VIMP 573 and Moloto Road, Roodeplaat, Pretoria, 0002
In plain English
The Agricultural Research Council is seeking a service provider for specialised geotechnical drilling assessment of a planned foundation. Bidders must be registered on the CSD.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) invites bids for specialised geotechnical drilling services for the new Climate Smart Centre of Excellence. The project involves foundation investigations, including rotary core drilling, soil and rock sampling, laboratory testing, and topographical surveys. The work will take place at the ARC-VIMP Campus in Roodeplaat, Pretoria. The contract duration is twelve months. Key deliverables include the establishment of two portable core drilling rigs, conducting Standard Penetration Testing, and providing detailed survey data. Bidders must provide a project plan and demonstrate a proven track record in geotechnical drilling with at least three reference letters for similar projects.
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.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Updated Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- Public Liability Insurance of at least R1 million
- Valid COIDA registration
Contact & how to apply
Name: Refiloe Mofokeng
Email: MofokengR@arc.agric.za
Phone: 012-310-2620
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the PURCO SA website. Bidders must first purchase the tender document, log in to the Supplier Hub, and upload all required documentation through the 'My purchased tenders' portal before the closing date.
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