Supply and Service of Glove Box for iThemba LABS.
SCM Team
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, delivery, installation, and servicing of one glove box for containment of an Astatine-211 radiopharmaceutical synthesis module at iThemba LABS, Western Cape. The tender document does not specify any particular registrations or eligibility requirements for bidders.
Always check the official documentDescription
iThemba LABS invites bids for the supply, delivery, installation, and five-year maintenance of a specialized glove box. This unit is required for the containment of an Astatine-211 radiopharmaceutical synthesis module at their facility in Faure, Western Cape. The equipment must meet strict GMP-compliant standards, including specific air filtration, radiation monitoring, and ergonomic requirements to support synthesis hardware. The contract spans five years and includes annual servicing and qualification of the unit. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability by providing a contactable reference for a similar installation. The project requires the successful bidder to manage both the initial setup and ongoing technical support for the duration of the contract period.
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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of professional indemnity insurance
- Proven experience in GMP-compliant installations
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM Team
Email: scm3@tlabs.ac.za
Phone: 021-843-1345
How to apply: Submit proposals using a two-envelope system. Deliver physical copies to the Tender Box at the Main Security Gate, iThemba LABS, Old Faure Road, Faure, 7131, or email submissions to scm3@tlabs.ac.za by 11:00 am on 25 November 2026.
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