Supply and delivery of marine platform scales.
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
In plain English
The tender is for supplying and delivering two marine platform scales for the Directorate Offshore Resources Research. Bidders must be registered on the CSD.
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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) invites bids for the supply and delivery of two marine platform scales for the Directorate Offshore Resources Research. The scales must be durable, water-resistant, and capable of motion-compensated weighing for deep-sea research vessels. Key deliverables include one unit with rollers and one without, both featuring a 30-60kg capacity and specific indicator models. The project includes delivery, installation, and staff training in Cape Town. Bidders must demonstrate a local support capability in Cape Town and provide evidence of a track record in supplying similar marine equipment to vessels in South Africa. The closing date for this tender is 10 September 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.
Full requirements
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status Pin
- Proven track record in marine scale supply
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tumeka Ncobo
Email: tncobo@dffe.gov.za
Phone: (066) 4711418
How to apply: Submit your quotation via email to MLRFQUOTATIONS@dffe.gov.za before 11:00 on 10 September 2026. Ensure your submission is on an official company letterhead and includes a table of contents, a technical bid, and a pricing bid.
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