Provision of fishing gear instruments and deck units.
Confidence Mayinga
In plain English
The SAEON is procuring five fishing gear temperature and depth instruments and deck units. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and comply with tax obligations.
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The NRF-SAEON Egagasini Node invites bids for the supply and delivery of five specialized fishing gear temperature and depth instruments, along with five compatible deck units. The equipment must be rated to 1000 meters and ruggedized for use on commercial fishing vessels to profile the water column. The deck units must allow for data downloading and relaying to land-based stations. Delivery is required at the NRF-SAEON office in Cape Town. The contract is a once-off supply, and all prices must include delivery, VAT, and all relevant taxes. The closing date for submissions is 13 October 2026 at 11:00 AM.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- VAT registration — A registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid COID Letter of Good Standing and Compensation Commissioner registration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Confidence Mayinga
Email: SCM@saeon.nrf.ac.za
Phone: 021-019-5156
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically in PDF format via email to SCM@saeon.nrf.ac.za by the closing date and time.
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