Water Systems Solution for Onderstepoort Biological Products
Nokuthokoza Mbhele
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
25 June 2026 at 12:00 · 100 Old Soutpan Road, Onderstepoort, 0110
In plain English
Onderstepoort Biological Products is seeking information for a water systems solution to ensure uninterrupted vaccine production. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Always check the official documentDescription
Onderstepoort Biological Products (OBP) is seeking a turnkey water storage and management solution for its facility in Onderstepoort. The project aims to ensure a reliable water supply for vaccine production, requiring a system with a capacity of 500,000 to 1,000,000 litres for bulk holding and a 24 to 48-hour buffer for pharmaceutical-grade water. Key deliverables include engineering designs, automation integration, and evidence of experience in regulated vaccine or biologics production environments. The project requires a site briefing on 25 June 2026, with final proposals due by 02 July 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must be registered on the OBP E-Procurement portal
- Must attend the compulsory site briefing
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nokuthokoza Mbhele
Email: Purchasing@obpvaccines.co.za
Phone: 012-522-1500
How to apply: All submissions must be uploaded via the OBP E-Procurement portal. Interested parties must register on the portal in advance to receive login credentials. Submissions sent via email will not be accepted.
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