Calibration of Laboratory Refrigerators and Freezers
Agricultural Research Council
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Calibration services for various walk-in refrigerators and freezers are being procured. Only SANAS Accredited service providers registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) can bid.
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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) - Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute (OVI) invites service providers to submit quotations for the calibration of various laboratory walk-in refrigerators and freezers. The work will take place at the OVI facility located at 100 Old Soutpan Road, Onderstepoort, Pretoria. The scope of work involves the professional calibration of ten specific refrigeration and freezer units, including serology refrigerators, researcher freezers, and freeze-dried product fridges, to ensure they operate within required temperature ranges. Service providers must provide details regarding the warranty and guarantee period for their services. All work must be completed upon receipt of an official purchase order from the ARC. The closing date for this request for quotation is 29 September 2026 at 11:00. Interested parties must ensure all services are rendered according to the specifications provided for each unit.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must hold valid SANAS accreditation
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide proof of relevant industry experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: Temoso Mabuza
Email: mabuzat@arc.agric.za
Phone: 012-529-9317
How to apply: Quotations must be submitted on an official company letterhead, duly signed, and sent via email to Temoso Mabuza at MabuzaT@arc.agric.za before the closing date.
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