Paralytic Shellfish Toxin Testing for Abalone Samples
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
In plain English
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment requires a service provider to conduct paralytic shellfish toxin testing on abalone samples. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have SANAS accreditation.
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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, through the Marine Living Resources Fund, invites service providers to perform paralytic shellfish toxin testing on abalone samples. The project requires the individual testing of 120 abalone samples for specific toxins. The successful bidder must deliver detailed test results to the Department within ten working days of receiving the samples. This work is essential for monitoring marine safety and compliance. The contract requires a firm ceiling price inclusive of all costs. All work must be completed according to strict laboratory standards, and results must be submitted by the closing date of 2 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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status Pin or Tax Clearance Certificate
- SANAS accreditation (ISO 17025) including relevant testing methods
- Minimum 6 months experience in abalone biotoxin testing
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nsovo Nyalungu
Email: NNyalungu@dffe.gov.za
Phone: 071 749 5715
How to apply: Bids must be submitted via email to MLRFQUOTATIONS@dffe.gov.za. Hand-delivered responses will not be accepted. Ensure the submission is sent before the closing date to avoid disqualification.
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