# DNA extraction, PCR and sequencing

> This tender closed on 2026-10-21.

- **Reference:** KZNM RFQ 08OCT0114
- **Issuer:** [KwaZulu-Natal Museum](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/kwazulu-natal-museum.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Request for quotation
- **Published:** 2026-10-12
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-21 18:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Research and development](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/M72.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**KwaZulu-Natal Museum invites quotes for DNA extraction, PCR and sequencing services, including COI, 16S and 28S sequencing with three primer sets, plus collection of 20 specimens.** Bidders should have molecular biology lab capabilities for DNA extraction, PCR amplification and sequencing, and be prepared to provide specimen handling. The RFQ uses an 80/20 preference system (points for Black Ownership, Women, Youth, Disability, and Locality). Close: 21 Oct 2026.

#### Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to perform DNA extraction, PCR amplification and sequencing (COI, 16S, 28S) and to handle/collect 20 specimens.
- Compliance and pre-qualifications: Central Suppliers Database (CSD) registration, Tax PIN, BBBEE certificate; VAT registration where applicable.
- Preference points: Black Ownership (6), Women Owned (2), Youth Owned (2), Disability Owned (2), Locality (8).

#### How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 21 October 2026 by 16:00 (RFQ-KZN.M08OCT0114.pdf).
- Submission method: Email quotations to scm@nmsa.org.za.
- Documents to submit: Price schedule (unit and total prices for DNA extraction, PCR, sequencing), CSD number, Tax PIN, BBBEE certificate, Bidder’s Disclosure and CSD Declaration (SBD 4).
- Registrations/pre-qualifications: CSD registration; Tax PIN; VAT details (where applicable); BBBEE certificate.
- Briefing/site visit: Not compulsory (RFQ-KZN.M08OCT0114.pdf).
- Where to obtain bid documents: RFQ is provided with the attached document; inquiries to scm@nmsa.org.za; general info at www.nmsa.org.za.

## Description

Conditions: N/A

## Documents

- RFQ-KZN.M08OCT0114.pdf..pdf
- RFQ-KZN.M08OCT0114.pdf

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