Supply and delivery of laboratory chemicals and materials.
Zandile Sebotsane
In plain English
The South African Weather Service is requesting quotations for the supply and delivery of various chemicals and certified reference material. Bidders must ensure compliance with tax obligations and may need to provide a B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit.
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The South African Weather Service (SAWS) invites quotations for the supply and delivery of various laboratory chemicals, solvents, and certified reference materials. These items are required for the SA Mercury Network (SAMNet) project. The goods must be delivered to the Global Atmosphere Watch office located at the Cape Town International Airport. The scope includes 26 specific items, ranging from acids and solvents to specialized carbon nanotubes and NIST-certified reference materials. This is a procurement request for specialized scientific supplies intended to support atmospheric monitoring activities.
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.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Must possess approved operational premises and relevant infrastructure
Contact & how to apply
Name: Zandile Sebotsane
Email: RFQsubmissions@weathersa.co.za
Phone: 012-367-6000
How to apply: Bids must be submitted electronically via email to RFQsubmissions@weathersa.co.za before the closing date and time specified in the tender document.
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