Supply and Delivery of Diagnostic Kits.
Department of Health
In plain English
The Western Cape Department of Health is purchasing diagnostic kits for a three-year period. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have a valid B-BBEE status.
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The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness invites bids for the supply and delivery of various diagnostic kits to hospitals and clinics across the province. This contract will run for a period of three years. The required items include ketone meters, pregnancy test strips, multi-drug urine test strips, blood lancets, and various rapid test kits for Hepatitis B, Rhesus, and coagulation. The successful bidder must manage the delivery, installation, and commissioning of equipment where necessary. Additionally, the provider is responsible for offering free training on the use of these diagnostic tools and providing technical support for equipment maintenance. Deliveries must be completed within 21 days of receiving an order. The tender is open until 20 November 2026, and all pricing must be in South African Rand, inclusive of VAT and delivery costs.
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.
- VAT registration — A registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
- 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 SAHPRA license for medical devices and IVDs
- Valid ISO13485 certification for manufacturers
- Valid license under the Hazardous Substances Act
- Manufacturer distribution letter
- Proof of local technical support and OEM training certificates
- Valid SARS tax compliance PIN
- B-BBEE verification certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Jared Becker
Email: jared.becker@westerncape.gov.za
Phone: 021-834-9019
How to apply: Submit a hard copy of the bid documents and a soft copy on a USB drive into the Department of Health bid box at the M9 building, Karl Bremer Hospital, Bellville. Bidders must also email the contact officials to register their interest after downloading the documents.
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