Opportunities
Browse government tenders, quotations, vacancies and documents across South Africa.
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Withdrawn RFQs are listed by the NHLS to inform potential suppliers that certain requests have been withdrawn.
- Who it is for:
- suppliers and contractors monitoring NHLS procurement activity
- How to act on it:
- Check the 'RFQ Withdrawal' section on the NHLS website
A supplier may bid to provide and install two Biosafety Cabinet II units at the Groote Schuur Microbiology Laboratory in the Western Cape region. The project involves delivery, assembly, and commissioning of the cabinets to meet laboratory safety standards.
- Who it is for:
- qualified suppliers and contractors registered on the Thusano portal
- How to act on it:
- Submit a bid via the Thusano portal for this RFQ
A business can apply to supply and install a double-door display fridge at multiple laboratories across KwaZulu-Natal. The opportunity is open to qualified suppliers who are registered on the NHLS's Thusano Portal and wish to participate in the procurement process.
- Who it is for:
- registered suppliers and contractors with refrigeration expertise
- How to act on it:
- Log in to the Thusano Portal and submit a quotation for this RFQ
A supplier can bid to provide, deliver, install, and commission a gas generator system (for hydrogen, nitrogen, and zero air) along with an air compressor unit for the Blood Alcohol Section in the Forensic Chemistry Laboratory at 110 Joubert Street, Braamfontein, Johannesburg.
- Who it is for:
- qualified suppliers and contractors in the laboratory equipment sector
- How to act on it:
- Submit a bid through the NHLS Thusano Portal
A three-year contract to provide maintenance, repairs, and installation services for air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment across multiple NHLS laboratories in the Ehlanzeni Business Unit, Mpumalanga. This opportunity is open to qualified contractors who can meet the technical and compliance requirements set by the National Health Laboratory Service.
- Who it is for:
- qualified contractors and service providers with experience in HVAC maintenance and installation
- How to act on it:
- Submit a bid through the Thusano Portal
This opportunity allows qualified suppliers to bid for the nationwide supply, installation, and five-year service and maintenance of fully automated coagulation analysers in medium-sized National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) laboratories. The contract covers all aspects of equipment deployment and ongoing technical support.
- Who it is for:
- suppliers and service providers with experience in medical laboratory equipment
- How to act on it:
- Access the NHLS procurement portal, locate the tender, download documents, and submit a formal bid package including technical and financial proposals.
Individuals can report suspected fraud or corruption within the NHLS through a toll-free number, SMS, email, or fax. This service is available to all members of the public and employees.
- Who it is for:
- anyone with knowledge of fraudulent or corrupt activity in NHLS operations
- How to act on it:
- Call the toll-free number, send an SMS, email the dedicated address, or use the free fax line.
The NIOH Review is a publication series produced by the National Health Laboratory Service, covering research, occupational health findings, and related policy updates. It is available for public access and download through the NHLS website.
- Who it is for:
- researchers, health professionals, academic institutions, public health officials
- How to act on it:
- Visit the NHLS website and navigate to the Publications section, then select NIOH Review.
A supplier can bid to provide and install one microscope equipped with a Millers disk for the haematology laboratory at Groote Schuur in the Western Cape region. This opportunity is open to qualified medical equipment suppliers registered with the NHLS's Thusano Portal.
- Who it is for:
- qualified suppliers of medical laboratory equipment
- How to act on it:
- Register and log in to the Thusano Portal to submit a bid for this request for quotation
A supplier or contractor can submit a bid to supply and install a walk-in refrigerator at the NHLS Public Health Laboratory in Johannesburg. This opportunity is open to qualified vendors registered on the Thusano Portal.
- Who it is for:
- qualified suppliers and contractors registered on the Thusano Portal
- How to act on it:
- Submit a bid via the Thusano Portal
This opportunity is for suppliers to bid on the supply and installation of centrifuges for two laboratories in the Western Cape: the GSH Chemistry Lab and the Red Cross Chemistry Lab. The equipment is required for use in diagnostic testing and laboratory operations.
- Who it is for:
- qualified suppliers and equipment vendors
- How to act on it:
- Submit a bid via the Thusano Portal as part of the NHLS procurement process
Interested parties can view a list of bids that have been awarded by the NHLS, providing transparency into procurement outcomes.
- Who it is for:
- suppliers, bidders, and the public
- How to act on it:
- Visit the 'Awarded Bids' section on the NHLS website