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NRF/SAAO/RFQ/116150 — Supply, deliver, install and commission a backing pump for a high vacuum system at SAAO’s 1-metre telescope, Sutherland.
National Research Foundation has published tender NRF/SAAO/RFQ/116150 for Supply, deliver, install and commission a backing pump for a high vacuum system at SAAO’s 1-metre telescope, Sutherland.. The tender is listed under Repair and installation of machinery and equipment and is relevant to suppliers operating in Western Cape. The closing date is 25 Mar 2026.
Award details
Awarded company
PROCESS VACUUM
Contract value
R3 300 000,00
Award date
12 May 2026
| Tender number | NRF/SAAO/RFQ/116150 |
|---|---|
| Tender title | Supply, deliver, install and commission a backing pump for a high vacuum system at SAAO’s 1-metre telescope, Sutherland. |
| Organ of state | National Research Foundation |
| Province/location | Western Cape |
| Sector/category | Repair and installation of machinery and equipment |
| Published date | 22 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date | 25 Mar 2026, 14:00 |
| Awarded company | PROCESS VACUUM |
| Contract value | R3 300 000,00 |
| Award date | 12 May 2026 |
| Briefing date | 18 Mar 2026, 06:00 |
| Compulsory briefing | Yes |
| Submission method | Old Fraserburg Road, SUTHERLAND Sutherland Northern Cape |
Tender summary
National Research Foundation is inviting suppliers to respond to tender NRF/SAAO/RFQ/116150 for Supply, deliver, install and commission a backing pump for a high vacuum system at SAAO’s 1-metre telescope, Sutherland.. This opportunity is associated with Repair and installation of machinery and equipment in Western Cape, with a closing date of 25 Mar 2026. Suppliers should review the official documents, eligibility requirements and submission instructions before preparing a response.
Key dates
- Published: 22 Aug 2026
- Closing: 25 Mar 2026, 14:00
- Briefing: 18 Mar 2026, 06:00
- Briefing compulsory: Yes
Buyer / organ of state
The buyer for this opportunity is National Research Foundation. The listed contact person is SCM. Enquiries may be directed to palesant@saao.ac.za.
Location
This tender is listed for Western Cape. The place of delivery or submission location is recorded as Old Fraserburg Road, SUTHERLAND Sutherland Northern Cape.
Documents
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Requirements
Supply, deliver, install and commission a backing pump for a high vacuum system at SAAO’s 1-metre telescope, Sutherland.
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Enquiries
Key Dates
Closing Date & Time
25 Mar 2026, 14:00
Briefing SessionCompulsory
18 Mar 2026, 06:00
Source
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