Provision of Condom Sampling and Logistics Services.
Lerato Monyepao
In plain English
The South African Bureau of Standards is procuring condom sampling and related services for 12 months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database and provide a valid BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is seeking a service provider for condom sampling and logistical services. The work involves selecting condom samples from production lots at international locations to ensure they meet SANS 4074:2017 and WHO:2010 standards. Key responsibilities include random sampling, verifying lot sizes, and managing the entire logistics process, including customs clearance and shipping to the laboratory. Bidders must demonstrate the ability to complete the process from sampling to lab delivery within 14 days. The service provider must have a global geographic footprint covering Africa, Asia, South America, and Europe. The contract duration is 12 months, and the closing date for submissions is 3 July 2026.
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 have valid National Treasury CSD registration
- Must provide valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Must provide reference letters for international sampling services from the last 12 months
- Must comply with SANS/ISO standards for sampling and laboratory competence
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lerato Monyepao
Email: lerato.monyepao2@sabs.co.za
Phone: 012-428-6055
How to apply: Responses must be submitted via email to Lerato.Monyepao2@sabs.co.za. Proposals must be provided in PDF format. Submissions via links or WeTransfer are not accepted.
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