# Supply, Delivery, Install and Commission of Solar Panels at ARC – OVR Campus

> This tender closed on 2026-07-06.

- **Reference:** ARC/01/04/2026-2
- **Issuer:** [Agricultural Research Council](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/agricultural-research-council.md)
- **Region:** National
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-06-11
- **Closing date:** 2026-07-06 11:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-06-18 11:00 SAST (compulsory)
- **Sectors:** [Specialised construction](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/F43.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of a service provider to supply, deliver, install and commission a grid-tied solar PV system with battery storage at ARC OVR Campus (Residue and EPV Laboratories).** Open tender for experienced solar PV installers with CIDB 5EP or higher, capable of delivering about 44-66 kWp PV, ~90 kWh Li‑ion storage, two 100 kW inverters, load partitioning, and future smart-grid readiness. (Bid Document for Supply Delivery Install and Commission of Solar Panels.pdf)

#### Requirements
- CIDB grading: 5EP or higher; inverter approved to NRS 097-2-1; PE/Tech sign-off; CoC; ability to supervise installation. (Bid Document)
- Technical scope: 44 kWp PV, 80×550 W modules, 90 kWh Li‑ion storage, two 100 kW inverters, battery monitoring, PMU, expansion capability, grid-tied with generator backup, load partitioning for critical vs standard circuits, future smart-grid integration. 
- Warranties and standards: 25-year module power warranty (to 80%), 12-year module manufacturing warranty, 10-year inverter warranties, 10-year battery warranty, 10-year mounting structures, 12-month workmanship warranty. Compliance with safety, CoC, and municipal/utility approvals. (Special Conditions)
- Compliance and procurement: VAT registration, Tax clearance, COIDA, CSD registration, B-BBEE (certificate or sworn affidavit), SBD forms (1, 2, 4, 6.1), pricing schedules, and adherence to GCC and NIP where applicable. (Bid Documents)
- Other: Site briefing attendance, JV/consortium agreements if applicable, and due diligence may be conducted. Downtime must be pre-approved; contingency up to 10%. (Bid Document)

#### How to Apply
- Obtain documents for R1,150 (VAT included) from PURCO SA (Advert). (PU7215194-ADVERT-Advert.pdf)
- Submit electronically via PURCO SA online submissions before closing: 06 July 2026 at 11:00. No physical or email submissions. (Bid Document)
- Attend Compulsory Information Session: 18 June 2026 at 11:00 at ARC OVR Campus, 100 Old Soutpan Road. Late entry not allowed. (Advert; Bid Document)
- Prepare and submit: SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid), SBD 2 (Tax Clearance), SBD 4 (Disclosures), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points), Pricing Schedule (SBD 3.3), and Pricing/Technical proposals per Schedule A–D. Include CVs for key personnel and project plan (Gantt chart). (Bid Document)
- Ensure registrations and pre-qualifications: CSD number or Tax PIN, VAT status, B-BBEE status, COIDA, and CIDB 5EP+ as required. (Bid Document)

Notes: Specific deadlines, session details and submission steps are drawn from the attached Bid Document and Advert. (Bid Document; PU7215194-ADVERT-Advert.pdf)

## Description

Supply, Delivery, Install and Commission of Solar Panels at ARC – OVR Campus

The Appointment of an Experienced and Accredited Service Provider for the Supply, Delivery, Install and Commission of Solar Panels at ARC – OVR Campus

Tender fee: ZAR 1,150.00 Institution: Agricultural Research Council (ARC) Registration / purchase deadline: 06/07/2026

## Documents

- Bid Document for Supply Delivery Install and Commission of Solar Panels.pdf..pdf
- PU7215194-ADVERT-Advert for Supply, Delivery, Install and Commission of Solar Panels\_09June2026.pdf

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## Published on

- [PURCO SA Tenders](https://purcosa.co.za/tender/18073)
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