Appointment of laboratory for sea water testing.
Ray Nkonyeni Municipality
This tender closed on 11 August 2026
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In plain English
The tender is for the appointment of an independent laboratory to test sea water samples for three years. Eligible bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide proof of SANAS 17025:2017 accreditation and SACNASP membership.
Always check the official documentDescription
Ray Nkonyeni Municipality invites bids for the appointment of an independent laboratory to test sea water samples for three years. The work involves fortnightly monitoring of natural, estuary, and sea water at various beaches and lagoons within the municipality. The service provider must supply all equipment, perform microbiological analysis, and update Blue Flag notice boards. Reports must be submitted within 96 hours of sampling. The laboratory must be available for audits and maintain strict turnaround times for sample collection and analysis. This project aims to ensure water quality compliance with environmental standards.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- SANAS 17025:2017 laboratory accreditation
- Team leader must hold SACNASP registration
- Proof of municipal rates and taxes not in arrears
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Sbongiseni Langeni
Email: Sbongiseni.langeni@rnm.gov.za
Phone: 0820411117
How to apply: Submit one original bid document and one copy in a sealed envelope marked with the tender number and title to the bid box at the Municipal offices, 10 Connor Street, Port Shepstone, by 12:00 on 11 August 2026.
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