Supply and delivery of gelatin capsules to iThemba LABS.
SCM Team
In plain English
iThemba LABS is procuring the supply and delivery of empty gelatin capsules. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
Always check the official documentDescription
iThemba LABS, a unit of the National Research Foundation, invites bids for the supply and delivery of 125,000 pharmaceutical-grade, clear, hard gelatin capsules. The work will take place at iThemba LABS in Faure, Cape Town. The capsules must meet specific physical dimensions, weight requirements, and disintegration standards. Bidders must provide a firm delivery timeline. The closing date for this request is 11 September 2026 at 16:00. Prices must remain valid for at least 60 days from the closing date.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid tax compliance status (Tax Pin)
- Relevant industry quality certifications (ISO, TUV, SRA)
- Manufacturer GMP certificate, Quality manual, and Site Master File
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM Team
Email: scm3@tlabs.ac.za
Phone: 021-843-1345
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via email to scm3@tlabs.ac.za. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Related tenders
Supply and delivery of HVAC project waste storage containers.
iThemba LABS requires the supply and delivery of waste storage containers and consumables for the NMD HVAC project. Items include 20 solid jumbo bulk bins with lids, bulk bags, clear plastic sheeting, and pallet shrink wrap, all made of high-density polyethylene. Delivery is to the iThemba LABS facility in Faure within one week of purchase order receipt. Prices must remain valid for 60 days, including VAT. Closing date is 11 September 2026.
Supply and Delivery of Cryogenic Liquid Nitrogen Cylinders.
iThemba LABS requires the supply and delivery of two Titan Cryogenic Liquid Nitrogen Cylinders (240-RB, HP or equivalent) to their facility in Faure, Western Cape. The tender closes on 11 September 2026 at 11:00 am, and bidders must provide a firm delivery timeline.
Supply of Handheld X-Ray Fluorescence Analyzer
iThemba LABS invites bids for a rugged handheld X-ray Fluorescence mineral analyzer featuring advanced SDD detector technology. The device must support elemental analysis from Mg to U, include calibration software, and be dust and splash-proof with a long-lasting battery. Delivery is required at iThemba LABS in Braamfontein, Gauteng. Bidders must provide a firm delivery timeline and ensure prices remain valid for at least 60 days. The procurement follows the 80/20 preference point system, and the project will be cancelled if all bids exceed R1 000 000.00.
Supply and Delivery of Laboratory Consumables
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment requests quotations for supplying and delivering laboratory consumables, including chemicals, reagents, and equipment like pipettes and filter papers, to the Foretrust building in Cape Town. Bidders must provide firm pricing for 56 line items, including delivery costs, following an 80/20 preference point system. Deliveries are to be made only after receiving an official order. The closing date is 11 September 2026 at 11:00.
Supply and Delivery of Solid Dosage Forms to Health Dept.
The National Department of Health invites bids for the supply and delivery of solid dosage forms (medicines) to various health services, including the Department of Correctional Services and the South African Military Health Services, until 30 April 2029. Medicines must be delivered in patient-ready packaging with a minimum shelf life of 12 months within 14 days of order. Bidders must provide unit prices inclusive of VAT and delivery. A non-compulsory online briefing session is scheduled for 18 September 2026.
Supply and Delivery of Anti-infective Medicines.
The National Department of Health invites bids for the supply and delivery of anti-infective medicines, including antibiotics, antifungal, antiprotozoal, and antiviral agents, until 30 September 2028. Suppliers must ensure product registration under the Medicines Act and compliance with quality standards. A non-compulsory virtual briefing session is scheduled for 18 September 2026. Bidders are required to submit physical samples and comprehensive documentation, including manufacturing or import licenses and financial solvency declarations. Deliveries must adhere to strict invoicing and packaging standards.