Supply of Laboratory Consumables for Vaal Gamagara.
Vaal Central Water
In plain English
Procurement of general laboratory consumables for the Northern Cape Region, Vaal Gamagara. Bidders must be registered on the CSD and provide a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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Vaal Central Water is inviting bids for the supply of general laboratory consumables for the Vaal Gamagara region in the Northern Cape. The project involves delivering various laboratory items that must meet specific chemical and quality standards, including NIST traceability and a minimum shelf life of 12 months upon delivery. All transport costs must be included in the final quoted price. The contract requires firm pricing valid for at least 60 days. Successful bidders will be expected to deliver goods to the Northern Cape site, with payment processed only after satisfactory receipt of the items. The closing date for this tender is 27 August 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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) Pin
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of business location (rates statement, lease, or permission to occupy)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Vaal Central Water
Email: procurement@vcwater.co.za
Phone: 051-403-0800
How to apply: Submit your quotation via email to procurement@vcwater.co.za with the subject line: 'Procurement of General Laboratory Consumables for Northern Cape Region, Vaal Gamagara'. Alternatively, deliver a physical 'One-folder Bid' to the Vaal Central Water Head Office at 02 Mzuzu Street, Pellissier, Bloemfontein, 9301.
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