Expression of Interest (EOI) for Provision of Research Services in Collaboration with the CSIR in the Radio Frequency (RF) Development Domain for a period of Five yearsClosed

Overview

EOI for Provision of Research Services in Collaboration with the CSIR in the Radio Frequency (RF) Development Domain for a period of five years. CSIR aims to panel qualified providers who can deliver specialised RF research—antenna design, RF simulation, RF measurement, RF propagation (HF/NVIS/sea-surface), field communications, and RF-enabled terrestrial/maritime/UAV/satellite applications—on a as-needed basis for five financial years (2026/27–2030/31). Suitable bidders are entities with RF/electronic engineering capability and a track record in RF design, evaluation, and related R&D (including consultants, research entities, and companies) and who can meet the CSIR’s compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Qualifications and experience: electronic/electrical engineering qualifications; experience in RF design and evaluation; demonstrated RF simulation design/analyses; RF measurement experience; up-to-date company profile and references.
• Compliance and registrations: registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD); Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or SARS PIN; where applicable, separate TCS/CSD for JV partners; BBBEE documentation; company registration certificates.
• Documentation: pricing schedule and specific goals credentials submitted separately; mandatory returnable documents as listed in Annexure E; signed authority for proposals.
• Other: compliance with fronting and confidentiality rules; POPI data protections commitments where applicable.
• Sourcing mechanics: documents are to be submitted via CSIR tender email; cloud transfers not accepted for initial submission; English documentation.

(Detals drawn from the attached EOI package, including the EOI document and Annexures.)

How to Apply

• Deadline: 07 October 2026 by 16:30 (SA time) (EOI 8131/07/10/2026.pdf..pdf).
• Submission method: electronic to tender@csir.co.za; if files exceed 25MB, submit in multiple emails; clearly reference the EOI number and description on each file/folder; signoff by authorised persons.
• Required documents: use the official forms and Annexures (e.g., Annexure A – SBD 1 Form; Annexure B – Scope; Annexure E – Proposal Form/Returnables; Annexure F, H, I, J); include pricing schedule and credentials as separate documents; ensure CSD/TCS details are provided (Section 29).(See attached EOI: “Expression of Interest (EOI)” and “EOI 8131/07/10/2026.pdf..pdf”.)
• Enquiries: deadline 05 October 2026 at 16:30; responses and clarifications per CSIR process.
• Post-submission: CSIR may require additional documentary proof, due diligence, or third-party verifications; negotiations and award rules outlined in the EOI. (See attached EOI package.)