# APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO UNDERTAKE RESEARCH PROJECT COE 240603 “COMPARATIVE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT OF WATER-BASED DUST SUPPRESSION SPRAY SYSTEMS AND SUPPLEMENTARY INTERVENTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICAN UNDERGROUND AND SURFACE MINING OPERATIONS”

> This tender closed on 2026-10-09.

- **Reference:** MHSC026/2026-2027
- **Issuer:** [Mine Health and Safety Council](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/mine-health-and-safety-council.md)
- **Region:** National
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-09-15
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-09 13:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-09-23 13:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Mining support](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/B09.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**MHSC seeks to appoint a service provider to undertake COE 240603, a comparative performance assessment of water-based dust suppression spray systems and supplementary interventions in South African underground and surface mining operations.** Ideal bidders are experienced in applied research and occupational hygiene, with capabilities in fluid mechanics and water quality analysis; they must meet tax, supplier database, and preference-point requirements, and be prepared to deliver over an 18-month contract.

#### Requirements
- Team qualifications: minimum 5 years in applied research; at least one member with >10 years in occupational hygiene (dust monitoring, control technologies, exposure assessment); at least one mechanical engineer with >5 years in fluids/aerodynamics; at least one chemical engineering/environmental scientist with >5 years in water quality analysis.
- Documentation and registrations: complete SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1; submit SBD 3 (pricing) and SBD 7 (contract) as applicable; provide proof of authority (e.g., company resolution); be registered on CSD and have SARS Tax Compliance PIN (or CSD number); comply with POPIA and OHS requirements.
- Evaluation criteria: functionality/technical score followed by price and specific-goals (80/20 or as per tender; evidence of B-BBEE status required).
- Deliverables and schedule: project duration 18 months (15 months active work, 3 months MHSC admin); outputs include initiation report, literature and system reviews, performance assessments, guidance document, workshop, and final reports.
- Compliance and ethics: no disqualifications for state service, fronting, fraud, or non-compliance; adherence to GP/ GCC/SCC terms; non-compulsory briefing noted.
- References and methodology: provide verifiable letters and CVs; attach project proposal addressing scope, methodology, milestones, and budgeting (see attachments).

For reference, see the RFB and proposal templates: MHSC_026_2026_2027.pdf and MHSC Research Proposal template - Final.doc.

#### How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 09 October 2026 at 11:00 (late bids not accepted). (MHSC RFB)
- Briefing: non-compulsory, 23 September 2026, 11:00, via Microsoft Teams. (MHSC RFB)
- Submission method: bids must be delivered to the designated email tenders@mhsc.org.za; attachments max 150 MB. (MHSC RFB)
- Documents to complete/submit: SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, SBD 3 (pricing), SBD 7 (contract form) plus full technical proposal and CVs; include CSD/SARS evidence; attach project proposal per template. (MHSC RFB; see attached files)
- Where to obtain bid documents: via MHSC website/eTender Portal; official forms must be used. (RFB and notices)
- Additional: proposals may require due diligence and a 120-day bid validity; contracts require an official purchase order prior to delivery. (RFB)

Notes: See attached MHSC_026_2026_2027.pdf for the full RFB details and the MHSC Research Proposal template - Final.doc for the expected proposal structure.

## Description

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO UNDERTAKE RESEARCH PROJECT COE 240603 “COMPARATIVE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT OF WATER-BASED DUST SUPPRESSION SPRAY SYSTEMS AND SUPPLEMENTARY INTERVENTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICAN UNDERGROUND AND SURFACE MINING OPERATIONS”

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO UNDERTAKE RESEARCH PROJECT COE 240603 “COMPARATIVE PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT OF WATER-BASED DUST SUPPRESSION SPRAY SYSTEMS AND SUPPLEMENTARY INTERVENTIONS IN SOUTH AFRICAN UNDERGROUND AND SURFACE MINING OPERATIONS”

Conditions: N/A Briefing Venue: Online / Virtual

## Documents

- MHSC Research Proposal template - Final.doc..doc
- MHSC\_026\_2026\_2027.pdf..pdf

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## Published on

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