CSIR tenders
There are 12 open CSIR tenders on VUZA right now. The next one closes on 17 September 2026. Free to browse, no signup.
Most active sectors: Technology, General Purpose.
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Provision of Trend Vision One Licenses for CSIR.
The CSIR requests quotations for Trend Vision One software licenses to manage security for 800 laptops and servers. Deliverables include Cyber Risk Exposure Management units, Endpoint Security Essentials, Endpoint Security Pro, and Agentic SIEM analytics data ingestion units, totaling 150,200 credits for a 12-month period. Proposals are due by 09 September 2026.
Supply and installation of Syspro ERP for CSIR.
The CSIR requests quotations for supplying and installing Syspro ERP software across five sites in KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng, supporting 192 users. The project includes hardware readiness audits, process mapping, and supplying the latest software version. Quotes should be based on Year 1 subscription values, excluding training and implementation costs. Pricing must be in South African Rand.
RFI for feasibility study of CSIR CDMO facility.
The CSIR is conducting a market-sounding exercise for a feasibility study on a new national pharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturing facility. The study will cover manufacturing scope for vaccines and biologics, quality control systems, and financial analysis. Respondents are to provide expertise and indicative costs for a study expected to last six months. This is an information-gathering process, not a formal appointment of a service provider.
RFQ for Computer Hardware Pricing Benchmarking for CSIR
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) requests quotations for market monitoring and benchmarking of computer hardware pricing. This involves providing pricing for Dell-certified laptops, desktops, and monitors to establish market-related benchmarks for future procurement across all CSIR sites in South Africa. Bidders must include detailed pricing, cost breakdowns, and escalation formulas. This process is for benchmarking purposes and does not guarantee a purchase. Submissions close on 23 September 2026.
Supply of Electronic Components and Services to CSIR.
The CSIR seeks qualified suppliers for electronic components, PCB assembly, testing, and cable harnessing services on an as-and-when-required basis over five years. Deliverables include sourcing components, PCB assembly, cable manufacturing, and connector overmolding, with high-reliability standards. Preference is for suppliers within 100 km of the Stellenbosch Campus. Appointment to the panel does not guarantee specific work volumes.
Supply of Spherical Metal Powders for Manufacturing.
The CSIR seeks suppliers for spherical metal powders, sized 45 µm to 150 µm, for additive manufacturing and welding. The contract spans three years, covering aluminium, copper, iron, stainless steel, nickel, and titanium alloys. Suppliers must have three years of industry experience and meet delivery timelines, providing technical specifications and manufacturing details.
Supply of Breathing Simulator Machine to CSIR.
The CSIR requests quotations for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a Breathing Simulator machine at its Cottesloe facility in Johannesburg. The machine must simulate human respiration and include necessary hardware, software, and validation tools. The supplier is required to provide on-site training for four staff members and offer a two-year comprehensive warranty. The project must be completed within 30 weeks of the purchase order, adhering to international and local standards, including ISO 16900-5 and SANS 1737.
Repairs of Sewer Drains at CSIR Durban Campus
The CSIR invites tenders for repairing and surveying sewer drains at its Durban campus. The project includes cleaning, CCTV surveying, and relining 113 meters of sewer pipe using trenchless technology. Tasks involve excavating, replacing damaged sections, locating manholes, and robotic cutting. Completion is required within four weeks, with deliverables including a project close-out report, CCTV data, and a five-year guarantee on workmanship and materials. All work must meet specific hydraulic and structural standards.
RFI for RF Electronic Warfare Payloads for UAVs and Satellites
The CSIR is gathering information on Radio Frequency Electronic Warfare payloads for unmanned airborne and spaceborne platforms. This RFI seeks technical data on radar, communications, and navigation interference technologies, focusing on platform hosting, power and weight requirements, radio frequency performance, and system maturity levels. This initiative aims to assess current market capabilities for future R&D in South Africa.
Cube Satellite Bus Design and Testing RFP.
The CSIR seeks proposals for designing, verifying, and testing a Cube Satellite bus to integrate an optical payload. The project includes mission concept development, hardware and software architecture design, and environmental testing. The service provider must ensure the bus supports subsystems like power, communications, and attitude control, adhering to international space industry standards. A team with proven space heritage and satellite integration expertise is required. The tender closes on 09 October 2026.
Electronics Design and Manufacture for Mirror Steered System.
The CSIR seeks proposals for designing, manufacturing, and supplying electronics for a Mirror Steered System, including printed circuit boards, motor control systems, and wiring modules. Deliverables include a project plan, engineering documentation, and electronic systems meeting IPC class 2 standards, with Factory Acceptance Testing. Expertise in system engineering and environmental testing is required. The project involves design milestones and formal sign-offs.
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.
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- 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.