Supply of Bicinchoninic Acid (BCA) Protein Assay Kit.
Clayton Losper
In plain English
The tender is for the purchase of a Bicinchoninic Acid (BCA) Protein Assay Kit. Bidders must ensure compliance with tax obligations and may need to provide a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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The National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) is inviting bids for the supply of a Bicinchoninic Acid (BCA) Protein Assay Kit, identified by RFQ number 1921754. The kit must be compatible with 96-well microplates and have a detection wavelength of 562 nm. Key components required include 500 mL of Reagent A, 25 mL of 4% cupric sulfate Reagent B, and a BSA standard. The kit must support a minimum capacity of 2,500 microplate wells or 250 test tube assays. The closing date for this tender is 20 October 2026 at 12:00 pm. All pricing must be submitted in South African Rand and include VAT. The NHLS will evaluate bids using an 80/20 preference point system, where 80 points are allocated for price and 20 points for specific goals.
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.
- VAT registration — A registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE status proof (Certificate, Sworn Affidavit, or CIPC Certificate)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Clayton Losper
Email: clayton.losper@nhls.ac.za
Phone: 011-386-6000
How to apply: Interested bidders must email their complete proposal and required documentation to Clayton.Losper@nhls.ac.za before the closing date and time.
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