Supply of Industrial Gases and Rental of Gas Cylinders to the Nrf-saao for a Period of 5 Years (60 Months)

NRF/SAAO/RFQ/115648

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Tender Closed on: 2026-03-09 15:00

Chemical and Gas Supplies, Gas Supply Systems Installation and Maintenance

Cape Town, Western Cape

National Research Foundation

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Tender Number: NRF/SAAO/RFQ/115648
Department: National Research Foundation
Tender Type: Request for Quotation
Province: Western Cape
Closing Date: Monday, 09 March 2026 - 15:00
Place where goods, works or services are required: 1 Observatory Road, Observatory, 7925 - Cape Town - Cape Town - 7925
Special Conditions: N/A
ENQUIRIES:
Contact Person: SCM
Email: [email protected]
Telephone number: 021-447-0025
FAX Number: N/A
BRIEFING SESSION:
Is there a briefing session?: NO Is it compulsory? NO
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Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure the supply of industrial gases and the rental of gas cylinders for the South African Astronomical Observatory (SAAO) over a period of five years (60 months). The aim is to ensure a reliable and consistent supply of various gases necessary for SAAO’s research and operational activities, while also establishing a rental arrangement for gas cylinders to support ongoing needs.

Scope

The scope of the tender includes:

  • Supply of industrial and specialty gases such as Carbon Dioxide, Nitrogen, Helium, Argon, Medical Air, and Liquid Nitrogen.
  • Rental of gas cylinders on a monthly basis.
  • Provision of gases on an as-and-when-needed basis throughout the 60-month contract period.
  • Pricing for delivery, collection, administrative charges, and other related costs.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications for the gases include:

  • Supply of specific gases in defined quantities, e.g., Carbon Dioxide, Nitrogen, Helium, Argon, Medical Air, Liquid Nitrogen.
  • Gases must meet quality standards suitable for research and operational use at SAAO.
  • Gases should be supplied in appropriate cylinders or containers, with rental and delivery arrangements specified.
  • Pricing must be provided for each gas type, cylinder rental, delivery, collection, and administrative charges for each year of the contract.

Skills and Qualification Requirements

Suppliers must demonstrate:

  • Compliance with administrative requirements, including submission of all mandatory documentation such as valid BBBEE certificates, tax compliance status, and relevant supplier registration details.
  • Experience and capability in supplying industrial gases, evidenced by relevant certifications and references.
  • Ability to provide gases that meet specified quality standards.
  • Understanding of the contractual and logistical requirements for timely delivery and cylinder rental management.
  • Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards related to the supply of industrial gases and safety protocols.
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