Supply and Delivery of Semi-Solid Dosage Forms.
Department of Health
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The Department of Health is procuring the supply and delivery of semi-solid dosage forms. Bidders must comply with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The National Department of Health invites bids for the supply and delivery of semi-solid dosage forms, including creams, gels, ointments, suppositories, powders, and fixatives. This contract runs until 31 August 2029. The work will be performed across various health facilities in South Africa. Key deliverables include the consistent supply of products in patient-ready packaging that meets Medicines Act standards. Suppliers must adhere to strict lead times of 75 days for initial orders and 14 days for subsequent orders. Bidders must provide detailed pricing and product data, including batch and expiry tracking, to ensure accurate invoicing. A non-compulsory online briefing session is scheduled for 23 October 2026 via MS Teams. The closing date for all submissions is 16 November 2026 at 11:00.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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.
- Import/export licence — A SARS importer's/exporter's code for cross-border goods.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid CSD registration and SARS Tax Compliance Status
- Valid CIPC registration certificate
- Valid license to manufacture or import medicines (Section 22C(1)(b))
- Valid Medicine Registration Certificate (MRC) for each item offered
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Manufacturer's unconditional written undertaking for non-manufacturing bidders
- Formal agreement for multi-entity bids
Contact & how to apply
Name: Enquiries Office
Email: tenders@health.gov.za
How to apply: Submit three sets: one original hard copy (signed and bound), one scanned PDF of the original on a USB, and one Excel pricing schedule on a USB. Deliver to the Pharmaceutical Tender Box, Reception Area, National Department of Health, Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Road, Pretoria.
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