Supply and delivery of lab consumables and equipment.
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
In plain English
The Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries is procuring various lab consumables and equipment. Eligible bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment invites bids for the supply and delivery of laboratory consumables and equipment. The required items include various chemicals, laboratory glassware, plasticware, vacuum filtration systems, and safety equipment like respirators. The work will be performed at the Foretrust building in Cape Town. Bidders must specify their delivery timelines, as timely delivery is critical to avoid order cancellation. The tender closes on 17 November 2026 at 11:00. All prices must be firm and include delivery costs and applicable taxes.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid municipal Food Premises Certificate
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIPC company ownership documentation
- Medical certificate for disability-related preference claims
- Consolidated B-BBEE certificate for Joint Ventures
Contact & how to apply
Name: Luxolo Matiwane
Email: lmatiwane@dffe.gov.za
Phone: 021-493-7244
How to apply: Submit your quotation on an official company letterhead via email to RFQCT@dffe.gov.za. Ensure the submission includes item descriptions, VAT, banking details, delivery timelines, and your CSD MAAA number before the closing date and time.
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