Design and Installation of a PLC Workbench.
Armscor
In plain English
Armscor is procuring a service provider to design, supply, install, test, commission, and hand over a PLC workbench. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have valid B-BBEE status.
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Armscor Dockyard invites bids for the design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a PLC workbench. The project will be delivered to the Transit Store at Cole Point, East Yard, St George's Street, Simons Town. Bidders must demonstrate experience by providing proof of at least two similar PLC system projects completed within the last five years. Additionally, the service provider must be an authorised Siemens partner or accredited systems integrator for Siemens SIMATIC products. The closing date for all submissions is 21 September 2026 at 11:00 am.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance status
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Armscor Security Registration
- Valid B-BBEE status certificate or sworn affidavit
- Two signed client reference letters for similar PLC projects
- Valid Siemens Partner or Authorisation documentation
Contact & how to apply
Name: Procurementdy@armscordy.co.za
Email: Procurementdy@armscordy.co.za
Phone: 021-787-4115
How to apply: Email your submission in PDF format to Procurementdy@armscordy.co.za. Ensure pricing is in a separate attachment from the technical response. Mark the email clearly with the RFQ number and your company name. Do not copy any other officials on the email.
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