Supply and Delivery of Drinking Water for Free State Lab – 12 Months
Tender Details
- Tender Number: RFQ 0646045
- Title: Supply and Delivery of Drinking Water for Free State Lab – 12 Months
- Institution: National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS)
- Tender Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
Category: -
Food and Beverage Supplies
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Water Supply
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Water Coolers / Dispensers
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Supply and Delivery
Tender Locations:
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Bethlehem
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Welkom
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Kroonstad
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Sasolburg
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Botshabelo
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Manapo
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Other specified Free State laboratory sites
Closing Date: 17 February 2026
Closing Time: 11:00
Submission Method:
Sealed quotation clearly marked with RFQ 0646045 must be placed in:
NHLS Main Reception – RFQ Box
Corner Hospital & De Korte Street
Contact Person: Tshepang
Contact Number: 066 376 5316
Compulsory Briefing: Not applicable
Tender Overview
The National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) requires a service provider to supply and deliver drinking water to Free State laboratory facilities for a period of 12 months.
The purpose is to ensure uninterrupted, safe, and quality-controlled drinking water supply to support laboratory staff and operations.
Scope of Work
The appointed supplier will be responsible for:
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Supplying drinking water in 20-litre containers.
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Delivering water to multiple laboratory sites across the Free State.
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Providing approximately 1,356 units (20L containers) over the contract period.
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Ensuring monthly deliveries to all designated sites.
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Providing all required labour, transport, and logistics for delivery.
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Maintaining consistent service delivery for 12 months.
Technical Requirements
The bidder must:
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Supply drinking water compliant with quality standards.
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Ensure water pH levels are between 6.5 and 8.5.
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Deliver according to the agreed monthly schedule.
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Notify NHLS promptly of any delivery delays or challenges.
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Submit catalogues/brochures where applicable.
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Complete and tick the generic specification template (where applicable).
Required Documentation
The following documents must be submitted with the quotation:
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Original Tax Clearance Certificate
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Original or Certified Copy of BBBEE Certificate
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Declaration of Interest (SBD 4)
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Specific Goals Form (SBD 6.1)
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Central Supplier Database (CSD) Report
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All RFQ pages initialed
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Proof of residence
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Catalogue (where applicable)
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Completed generic specification template (where applicable)
Failure to submit required documents may result in disqualification.
Skills and Capability Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate:
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Experience in bulk drinking water supply and distribution.
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Ability to manage logistics across multiple delivery sites.
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Knowledge of water quality and compliance standards.
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Capacity for consistent monthly deliveries.
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Reliable contract management and quality assurance systems.
Contract Duration
12 Months


