# Procurement of materials and equipment needed for the construction of rain manipulation structures for a long-term drought experiment at Tierberg LTER

> This tender closed on 2026-08-21.

- **Reference:** RFQ/SAEON/EFTEON/CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS/127/2026
- **Issuer:** [National Research Foundation](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/national-research-foundation.md)
- **Region:** Western Cape
- **Type:** Request for quotation
- **Published:** 2026-08-17
- **Closing date:** 2026-08-21 13:00 SAST

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of materials and equipment needed to construct rain manipulation structures for a long-term drought experiment at Tierberg LTER.** This is a supply-and-delivery RFQ aimed at qualified construction-material suppliers who can deliver to a shipping container at the Renu-Karoo Nursery, Prince Albert. Deliveries must occur outdoors and materials must be suitable for permanent outdoor installation. Delivery to 2 Van Dyk Street, Prince Albert, 6930.

Who should consider bidding: suppliers of construction materials and related equipment with capacity to supply the listed items in Table 1, and to cut reinforcing rod sections to 0.5 m as required. The contract is a one-off supply.

#### Requirements
- Tax and supplier pre-qualification: provide SARS PIN/TCS status, or CSD registration if no TCS; clear of disqualifications related to state service.
- Governance: fully completed SBD 1 (incl. SBD 4, SBD 6.1) and signed Bid Submission Certificate; proof of authority (e.g., company resolution); CSD number.
- Bidder eligibility: BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit; validity to claim specific goals; no collusion.
- Technical: materials must be new, unused, outdoor-grade; include datasheets; confirm willingness to cut reinforcing rod sections into 0.5 m lengths.
- Delivery and scope: deliver all specified items to the shipping container at Renu-Karoo Nursery, 2 Van Dyk Street, Prince Albert; delivery date to be arranged after acceptance.
- Pricing: submit pricing on SBD 3.1 or an equivalent company letterhead; price must include delivery and VAT; provide delivery point details if multiple points apply.
- Evaluation: 80/20 price/preference with BBBEE-specific goals; original documents and pricing schedule required.

(Document reference for these specifics: RFQ - Construction Materials.pdf)

#### How to Apply
- Deadline: submissions due by 21 August 2026, 11:00. (RFQ)
- Submission method: PDFs to SCM@saeon.nrf.ac.za; only PDF documents accepted. (RFQ/SAEON/EFTEON/CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS/127/2026)
- Required documents (Returnable): 
  - Completed Procurement Invitation (SBD 1) incl. SBD 4, 6.1; signed Bid Submission Certificate. (RFQ/SAEON/EFTEON/CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS/127/2026)
  - Pricing Schedule (SBD 3.1) or quotation on letterhead. 
  - Proof of authority (e.g., company resolution). 
  - Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration or SARS TCS/PIN status. 
  - BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit. 
  - Product specifications/datasheets; willingness to cut reinforcing rod sections to 0.5 m. 
  - Delivery to 2 Van Dyk Street, Prince Albert, 6930. (RFQ/SAEON/EFTEON/CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS/127/2026)
- Clarifications: contact SCM or EFTEON in writing via the addresses in the RFQ. (RFQ/SAEON/EFTEON/CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS/127/2026)
- Where to obtain bid documents: the attached RFQ document (RFQ/SAEON/EFTEON/CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS/127/2026); if not attached, via the NRF eTender process. 
- Tender validity: 60 days from the closing date. 
- Briefing/site visit: Compulsory briefing session/site visit not applicable (N/A). (RFQ)

Notes: The tender includes a detailed materials list (Table 1) and a binding pricing schedule for 41 line items, with delivery to Prince Albert. Breach of fronting, fraud, or collusion rules apply.

Filename reference for all attached specifics: RFQ/SAEON/EFTEON/CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS/127/2026 (RFQ - Construction Materials.pdf).

## Description

Procurement of materials and equipment needed for the construction of rain manipulation structures for a long-term drought experiment at Tierberg LTER

Procurement of materials and equipment needed for the construction of rain manipulation structures for a long-term drought experiment at Tierberg LTER

Delivery Location: 2 Van Dyk Street - Prince Albert - Cape Town - 6930

## Documents

- RFQ - Construction Materials.pdf

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