CSIR tenders
There are 9 open CSIR tenders on VUZA right now. The next one closes on 17 July 2026. Free to browse, no signup.
Most active sectors: Technology, General Purpose.
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Installation of Electrical Infrastructure at CSIR CHPC.
The CSIR invites tenders for installing bulk power supply cables and electrical infrastructure at the CHPC facility in Rosebank, Cape Town. The project includes upgrading electrical systems in Rooms 27, 31, and the Main Data Center, with tasks such as installing dual-feed distribution boards, routing copper cables, and setting up cable trays. Compliance with SANS 10142-1 standards is required, and the project must be completed within 10 weeks. A compulsory site inspection is on 07 July 2026, and the tender closes on 17 July 2026.
Supply and Maintenance of Scent Systems for CSIR.
The CSIR requires a service provider to supply, install, and maintain luxury automated scent and fragrance systems at the Scientia Campus in Pretoria for 60 months. The project includes installing 22 battery-powered diffusion units and performing monthly maintenance, including fragrance replenishment and battery replacement, while adhering to CSIR safety standards.
RFP for Manufacturing and Supply of Equipment Spares at CSIR.
The CSIR seeks proposals for a panel of service providers to manufacture and supply MR048 equipment spares at the Stellenbosch Campus for a twelve-month contract on an as-needed basis. The scope includes mechanical manufacturing, electrical assembly, procurement of commercial parts, and quality assurance testing. Bidders must provide test reports and certificates of conformance. Preference is given to those within a 100 km radius of Stellenbosch. Deliverables include spares, test documentation, and a twelve-month warranty. Evaluation criteria include technical capability, quality assurance processes, and proximity to the site.
Design and Manufacture of Mirror Steered System Electronics.
The CSIR seeks proposals for designing, developing, and supplying a custom electronic system for the GLOSS Mirror Steered System. This includes creating printed circuit boards, motor control systems, and communication interfaces. Deliverables are a project plan, system engineering documentation, electronic assemblies, and test reports, adhering to IPC class 2 standards. Bidders must show expertise in system engineering, electronic hardware development, and environmental testing. All work is for the CSIR and must be in English.
Provision of Research Ethics Training Course for CSIR.
The CSIR seeks proposals for a tailored Research Ethics Training Course over five years, conducted online or at the Pretoria campus. The service provider will develop materials and facilitate training for committee members, managers, and researchers, with sessions for 12 to 50 delegates, ensuring high-quality learning outcomes.
Fire Safety Systems Maintenance for CSIR Sites.
The CSIR seeks bids for maintaining fire detection, gas suppression, and sprinkler systems at its Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal sites over five years. Responsibilities include inspections, repairs, and testing of fire alarms, managing logbooks, supporting emergency drills, and system upgrades. Work will occur at CSIR facilities in Pretoria, Johannesburg, and Durban, requiring a dedicated team to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Supply of Portable Cannabinoid Analysis Device.
The CSIR requests quotations for a portable device to identify and quantify cannabinoids at the Insangu yoKhahlamba Processing Facility in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal. The device must provide rapid, onsite analysis of cannabis plant material and extracts, measuring key cannabinoids like THC and CBD. Submissions close on 01 April 2026.
Supply of portable cannabinoid identification device.
The CSIR requests quotations for a portable device to identify and quantify cannabinoids at the Insangu yoKhahlamba Processing Facility in Bergville, KwaZulu-Natal. The device should measure key cannabinoids like THC and CBD, providing immediate results without complex preparation, for quality control and regulatory compliance. Submission deadline is April 1, 2026.
Provision of 10Gbps Bandwidth Services for Eastern Cape
This RFP is for the provision of multiple 10Gbps managed bandwidth services to refresh Eastern Cape rural links for the CSIR. The service must meet the requirements in Annexure B and B1. Questions can be submitted until March 2, 2026, with final submissions due by March 11, 2026.
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Common questions
- How do I apply for CSIR tenders?
- Find the tender here, open the official document from the source link, and submit your bid through the national eTenders portal or CSIR's own procurement channel before the closing date. You'll need an active CSD (Central Supplier Database) registration to bid. VUZA shows you what's open and points you to the source. It isn't where you submit.
- Does CSIR charge to view its tenders?
- No. Browsing CSIR tenders on VUZA is free and needs no account.
- How often are CSIR tenders updated?
- Daily. We re-read our South African procurement sources every day, so new CSIR opportunities and closing dates stay current. The official document is the copy that counts, so confirm the closing date there before you submit.