The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has issued a formal Request for Quotation (CSIR RFQ 9548/10/11/2026) for the comprehensive refurbishment and upgrade of office space at the CSIR Scientia Campus, Building 44G. This strategic procurement initiative aims to modernize the facility, ensuring a functional, safe, and high-quality working environment that supports the CSIR’s mandate as a leading scientific research and technology development organization in Africa.
Scope of Works
The appointed contractor will be responsible for executing all necessary works to a neat and functional standard. Key deliverables include:
- Refurbishment and upgrade of designated office spaces and associated passageways.
- Provision of all labour, materials, plant, and supervision required for the project.
- Execution of specialized trades, including aluminium door installation, air-conditioning installation, electrical installation, and glazing works.
- Supply and installation of 1200 mm x 200 mm vinyl planks/tiles (Belgotex Penninsula Cherrybark Oak Luxury Vinyl Plank preferred or approved equivalent).
- Protection of existing finishes and services, followed by comprehensive making-good upon project completion.
Compulsory Briefing and Site Inspection
Attendance at both the online briefing and the physical site inspection is strictly mandatory. Failure to attend either will result in immediate disqualification.
- Compulsory Online Briefing: Monday, 26 October 2026, at 11:00 via MS Teams (Meeting ID: 371 841 948 371 120 1, Password: eV9Uq3Yq).
- Compulsory Site Inspection: Friday, 30 October 2026, at 10:00 at CSIR Scientia Campus, Meiring Naudé Road, Brummeria, Pretoria – Building 44G.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a stringent compliance package. Essential documentation includes:
- A valid Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) registration with a grading of 4GB or higher.
- A current National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration report with an active MAAA status.
- A valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN.
- A valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
- All documents must be submitted electronically in PDF format. Cloud storage links (e.g., WeTransfer, Google Drive) will not be accepted.
Evaluation Criteria
Proposals will undergo a rigorous multi-stage evaluation process. Bidders must first pass the administrative and mandatory compliance checks. Qualifying bids will then be evaluated on technical capability, methodology, and relevant company experience in similar construction and refurbishment projects. Successful candidates will proceed to the final pricing and specific goals adjudication, utilizing the applicable preferential procurement point system to balance cost-effectiveness with transformation objectives.
Submission Guidelines
All proposals must be submitted electronically to tender@csir.co.za. If the total file size exceeds 25MB, bidders must split the submission across multiple emails. The email subject line must clearly state the RFQ number (CSIR RFQ 9548/10/11/2026) and the RFQ description. The strict closing time is 16:30 on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. Late submissions will not be evaluated. For technical or procedural enquiries, contact the SCM unit at 012-841-2911 or tender@csir.co.za.
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Document Downloads
Prospective bidders can access the complete RFQ documentation free of charge via the official National Treasury eTender portal:
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