Development of Fungal Product for Stinkbug Control

Description

The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) invites proposals to develop, manufacture, and commercialize a fungal product for controlling the two-spotted stinkbug in macadamia crops. The project involves mass-producing a specific fungal isolate, conducting large-scale field trials across different climates over two seasons, and managing the product registration process under the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Seed and Remedies Act. The service provider will act as the dossier owner while the ARC retains proprietary material rights. Key deliverables include a detailed project timeline, a commercialization strategy, and a royalty-based financial model. Bidders must demonstrate international experience and provide security protocols for handling the biological material.

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.

Full requirements

• Valid SARS Tax PIN
• Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
• CIPC company registration documents
• Proven relevant industry experience and track record
• Qualified Project Leader and key personnel with detailed CVs
• Audited financial statements or proof of financial capacity

Contact & how to apply