The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (dffe) / Marine Living Resources Fund (mlrf) Requires the Service of a Service Provider (sp) to Undertake Paralytic Toxin Testing of Abalone Samples and Submit the Test to the Department.

RFQ0001223

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Tender Closed on: 2026-06-15 11:00

Laboratory, Testing and Analytical Services

Cape Town, Western Cape

Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries

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Tender Number: RFQ0001223
Department: Marine Living Resources Fund
Tender Type: Request for Quotation
Province: Western Cape
Closing Date: Monday, 15 June 2026 - 11:00
Place where goods, works or services are required: Martine Hammerschlag Way - Foreshore - CAPE TOWN - 8001
Special Conditions: N/A
ENQUIRIES:
Contact Person: Nsovo Nyalungu
Email: [email protected]
Telephone number: 071-749-5715
FAX Number: N/A
BRIEFING SESSION:
Is there a briefing session?: NO Is it compulsory? NO
Briefing Date and Time:
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Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to engage a service provider (SP) capable of undertaking paralytic shellfish toxin testing on abalone samples and submitting the test results to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)/Marine Living Resources Fund (MLRF). The testing aims to detect specific paralytic shellfish toxins in individual abalone samples to support regulatory and safety assessments.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

  • Testing 120 individual abalone samples for a specified list of paralytic shellfish toxins (PSTs), including various saxitoxins and gonyautoxins.
  • Providing test results for each sample within ten working days of sample receipt.
  • Submitting the detailed test reports to the Department.
  • Ensuring testing is conducted in accordance with ISO 17025 accreditation standards, with proof of accreditation provided.
  • Demonstrating capacity with appropriate staff and equipment, including submitting an organogram indicating responsibilities.

Technical Requirements

The technical specifications include:

  • Testing each abalone sample for the following PST analogues:
    • N-Sulfocarbamoylgonyautoxin-2 (C1)
    • N-Sulfocarbamoylgonyautoxin-3 (C2)
    • N-Sulfocarbamoylgonyautoxin-1 (C3)
    • N-Sulfocarbamoylgonyautoxin-4 (C4)
    • Gonyautoxin-1 (GTX1)
    • Gonyautoxin-2 (GTX2)
    • Gonyautoxin-3 (GTX3)
    • Gonyautoxin-4 (GTX4)
    • Gonyautoxin-5 (GTX5)
    • Gonyautoxin-6 (GTX6)
    • Decarbamoylgonyautoxin-1 (dcGTX1)
    • Decarbamoylgonyautoxin-2 (dcGTX2)
    • Decarbamoylgonyautoxin-3 (dcGTX3)
    • Decarbamoylgonyautoxin-4 (dcGTX4)
    • Neosaxitoxin (NEO)
    • Decarbamoylneosaxitoxin (dcNEO)
    • Saxitoxin (STX)
    • Decarbamoylsaxitoxin (dcSTX)
    • Decarbamoyloxysaxitoxin (doSTX)
    • Total Paralytic Toxins
  • Results must be submitted within ten working days of sample receipt.
  • Testing must be compliant with ISO 17025 accreditation, with proof of accreditation submitted.
  • Capacity demonstration through staff and equipment, including an organogram.

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must possess:

  • Accreditation from the South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) for ISO 17025, covering the specific PST testing methods.
  • At least 6 months of proven experience in paralytic shellfish toxin testing in abalone, supported by relevant resumes or company profiles.
  • Sufficient qualified staff and appropriate laboratory equipment to perform the tests reliably and accurately.
  • Ability to produce detailed reports and submit results within the specified timeframe.
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