Contractor for Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
SABS
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
20 October 2026 at 10:00 · SABS Groenkloof, 1 Dr Lategan Road, Groenkloof
In plain English
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is seeking a qualified contractor to maintain instrumentation and automation technologies equipment in laboratories for 3 years. Bidders must have a CIDB 4 EB Grading and be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide maintenance services for instrumentation and automation equipment. The work involves scheduled preventative maintenance, repairs, and performance verification of laboratory equipment across various national locations, including Groenkloof, Secunda, Richards Bay, and Cape Town. The contract duration is three years. Key deliverables include detailed service reports, maintenance documentation, and compliance reporting to ensure laboratory operations continue without disruption. The contractor must manage over 200 pieces of equipment, including gas chromatographs, spectrophotometers, and various calibration tools, while maintaining a 24-hour turnaround time for emergency breakdowns. The project requires a team with specific technical qualifications and trade certifications to handle complex sensor integration, PLC systems, and SCADA software updates.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- CIDB grading (Grade 4 Electrical Engineering (Building) (4EB)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
Full requirements
- Must hold valid CIDB grading 4 EB
- Must possess valid COIDA certificate
- Must be registered on National Treasury CSD
- Must provide proof of liability insurance
- Must demonstrate experience in ISO 17025 accredited facilities
- Key personnel must hold relevant technical qualifications and trade certifications
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lekgolo Lebepe
Email: lebepelebebepe2@gmail.com
Phone: 012-428-6157
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format to tenders.elvis@sabs.co.za. The email subject line must include the tender reference number and description. Ensure the file size does not exceed 14MB.
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