Design of Fire Protection Systems for OBP Site.
Nokuthokoza Mbhele
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
12 October 2026 at 11:30 · 100 Old Soutpan Road, Onderstepoort, Pretoria
In plain English
Onderstepoort Biological Products is procuring the design of fire protection systems for their site. Bidders must be registered with the CSD and provide proof of ECSA registration and public liability insurance.
Always check the official documentDescription
Onderstepoort Biological Products Ltd (OBP) invites proposals for the design of fire protection systems at their site in Pretoria. The project involves conducting site assessments, designing fire suppression and alarm systems, performing engineering calculations, and managing liaison with local authorities for design approval. The service provider will also be responsible for construction monitoring and final project close-out. Key deliverables include detailed design reports, approved engineering drawings, Bills of Quantities, and final compliance documentation. The project requires a team led by a professionally registered engineer with at least five years of experience. The closing date for this tender is 28 October 2026 at 13:00.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status
- Public Liability Insurance of at least R10 million
- Valid COID Letter of Good Standing
- Personnel must hold ECSA professional registration
- Proven industry experience with signed client reference letters
- Key personnel must possess certified qualifications and CVs
- Attendance at compulsory site briefing is mandatory
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nokuthokoza Mbhele
Email: purchasing@obpvaccines.co.za
Phone: 012-522-1500
How to apply: Submit one original and three copies of the tender documents in the tender box at 100 Old Soutpan Road, Onderstepoort, Pretoria. Bidders must sign the submission register at the reception area upon delivery.
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