Supply and installation of steel and copper piping.
Agricultural Research Council
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
21 October 2026 at 11:00 · ARC Infruitec- Post-harvest Building
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, delivery, and installation of corroded steel piping. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide a valid BEE certificate.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) invites bids for the supply, delivery, and installation of replacement steel piping and lagging for cold room RA18. The project also includes the repair of copper piping in controlled atmosphere rooms CA11 and CA1. The work will take place at the ARC Infruitec-Nietvoorbij facility located on Helshoogte Road, Stellenbosch. A compulsory site briefing is scheduled for 21 October 2026 to confirm measurements. All work must be completed according to the specified technical requirements. The tender closes on 26 October 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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid tax compliance status pin
- Valid B-BBEE certificate
- Proven track record of relevant industry experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: Howard Ruiters
Email: RuitersH@arc.agric.ac.za
Phone: 072-623-5857
How to apply: Bids must be submitted via email to MgudlwaQ@arc.agric.za before the closing date and time.
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