Procurement of Labware LIMS Support Services.
Procurement Specialist
In plain English
Mintek is procuring Labware LIMS support services. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury's Central Supplier Database.
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Mintek is inviting bids for the procurement of Labware LIMS support services. The project involves providing comprehensive 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line support for the Labware LIMS system over a 12-month period. Key deliverables include administrative support, documentation updates, user guides, and a 600-hour bucket for ad-hoc development work. The work will primarily take place at Mintek’s premises in Randburg, though remote support is permitted. Bidders must be authorized Labware partners, provide experienced support staff with relevant IT or Laboratory Science qualifications, and demonstrate ITIL service management expertise. The contract requires strict incident resolution timelines and monthly progress meetings.
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 National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status
- Proof of valid COIDA registration
- Must hold authorized Labware reseller or partner certification
- Must hold ITIL Foundation or equivalent service management certification
- Minimum three signed reference letters for Labware LIMS support
Contact & how to apply
Name: Procurement Specialist
Email: tenders@mintek.co.za
Phone: 011-709-4111
How to apply: Submit your application via the Mintek Online Tender Box at https://secure.sabeexdms.com/organisation/view/5496. Ensure all documents are uploaded in the three specified Zip file formats before the closing date of 09 October 2026 at 12h00.
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