Agricultural Research Council tenders
There are 11 open Agricultural Research Council tenders on VUZA right now. The next one closes on 28 August 2026. Free to browse, no signup.
Most active sectors: General Purpose, Construction & Engineering.
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Panel of Internal Audit Service Providers for ARC.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks a panel of service providers for internal audit services on an as-and-when-required basis over five years. The work includes risk-based audits, consulting services, and ICT audits. Deliverables involve creating a three-year strategic audit plan, performing annual audits, and reporting to the Audit and Risk Committee. Providers must adhere to Global Internal Audit Standards and supply qualified staff, such as Certified Internal Auditors or Chartered Accountants, and Information System Auditors. Submissions close on 28 August 2026.
Supply and delivery of glassine bags.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks quotes for supplying and delivering 20 packs of Glassine envelopes (210x65mm) in Bethlehem. Bidders must submit a sample to the ARC Small Grain office in Lindley Road within 10 days of quoting. Prices should include VAT, delivery, and insurance. The closing date is 31 August at 12:00.
Supply and Delivery of Bacterial Sequencing Services
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks quotations for sequencing and identification of bacterial samples at their Infruietc-Nietvoorbij facility in Stellenbosch. The project includes genomic DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and bidirectional sequencing for ten samples. Service providers must deliver a detailed report of the results. Work is to commence upon receipt of an official purchase order, with the delivery timeline proposed by the bidder. Submissions close on 02 September 2026 at 11:00.
Alarm Monitoring Services for ARC Addo Research Station.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks a service provider for alarm monitoring services at the Addo Research Station in Barkley Bridge Road, Addo, for a 36-month period. The provider must ensure proper service execution and provide details on warranty and guarantee. Prices must be in South African Rand, including VAT, delivery, and insurance. Tender closes on 02 September 2026 at 11:00.
Decontamination and Validation of Laboratory Equipment
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) - Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute (OVI) seeks quotes for the professional servicing, decontamination, and validation of laboratory equipment at 100 Old Soutpan Road, Onderstepoort, Pretoria. The project includes decontamination, validation, and documentation of two biosafety cabinets and one laminar flow unit. The service provider must ensure all equipment is operational and documented according to safety standards. Submissions close on 03 September 2026 at 11:00. Services commence upon receipt of an official purchase order from the ARC. Bidders must provide warranty and guarantee details. Pricing must be in South African Rand, including VAT, delivery, and insurance.
Supply and Install Emission Control Filters.
The Agricultural Research Council invites bids for the removal, supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of 400 emission control ceramic filter elements at the ARC-Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute in Pretoria. Bidders must have proven experience in similar projects. A compulsory site inspection is on 01 September 2026, with submissions closing on 08 September 2026.
Service Provider for Geotechnical Drilling Assessment.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks bids for specialised geotechnical drilling services for the Climate Smart Centre of Excellence. The project includes foundation investigations, rotary core drilling, soil and rock sampling, laboratory testing, and topographical surveys at the ARC-VIMP Campus in Roodeplaat, Pretoria. The contract is for twelve months, requiring two portable core drilling rigs, Standard Penetration Testing, and detailed survey data. Bidders must submit a project plan and have a proven track record in geotechnical drilling with at least three reference letters for similar projects.
Service Provider for Sweet Potato Commercialization.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks a service provider to evaluate and commercialize new sweet potato varieties. The project involves developing a commercialization plan, upscaling production, and conducting trials over a five-month period. Bidders must have experience in the sweet potato value chain, access to arable and irrigated land, and maintain detailed records. The ARC will assess proposals based on technical capacity, financial stability, and project execution ability.
Panel for HVAC Repairs and Maintenance Services.
The Agricultural Research Council seeks service providers for HVAC repairs and maintenance over five years. Services include air conditioning, refrigeration, cold rooms, and heating systems at research farms and colleges across various provinces. Providers must be within 200km of sites and offer 24/7 call-out services, quality parts supply, and competent technical repairs. Submissions close on 21 September 2026.
Provision of Hybrid Mesh Firewall Services.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks a qualified service provider for managed and hosted hybrid mesh firewall services over 36 months. The project includes deploying, configuring, and maintaining firewall appliances to secure ARC networks and data, with 24/7 security monitoring, threat detection, incident response, and monthly performance reporting. The service must support 36 Gbps internet throughput and 2,000 VPN users. A compulsory information session will be held in Hatfield, Pretoria.
Appointment of Labour Relations Panel for ARC.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) seeks to establish a panel of up to twenty experienced Labour Relations experts for a three-year term. The appointed service providers will offer professional services across all ARC sites in South Africa, including chairing disciplinary, grievance, and incapacity hearings, conducting workplace investigations, and providing legal advisory and mediation services. Experts must draft investigation reports, formulate charges, and provide recommendations. Services may be delivered in person or virtually, with travel to various locations as needed. The project ensures impartial and legally compliant labour relations processes. Proposals are due by 23 September 2026, and must remain valid for 180 days post-deadline.
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