Supply and Delivery of Olympus CX23 Microscope
Agricultural Research Council
In plain English
A microscope standard Olympus CX23 is being bought. Only bidders registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) will be considered.
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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) - Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute (OVI) invites quotes for the supply and delivery of one Olympus CX23 microscope. The equipment must feature an infinity-corrected optical system, anti-fungal coated objectives and eyepieces, a rackless mechanical stage, and a built-in LED illumination system. The work will take place at the OVI facility located at 100 Old Soutpan Road, Onderstepoort, Pretoria. The supplier is responsible for the full execution of the delivery. All quotations must be submitted by 30 July 2026 at 11:00. The supplier must specify the delivery date and warranty period for the equipment in their proposal.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Dineo Desiree Manzini
Email: ManziniD@arc.agric.za
Phone: 012-529-9317
How to apply: Written quotations must be submitted on an official, signed company letterhead and emailed to Dineo Manzini at ManziniD@arc.agric.za.
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