Supply and Delivery of a Trailer Mounted Access Platform (Cherry Picker), including Operator Training and 5 Year Service Plan

BID Reference:  NRF SARAO SOPS 001 2019

Closing date: 18 May 2020 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Bid Advert

SARAO invites bidders to bid for the supply and delivery of a Trailer Mounted Access Platform with 14.70m working height and 225kg working load.

Provision of Air Charter Services to SARAO for a Period of Three Years

BID Reference: NRF SARAO SAIR 001 2019

Closing date: 5 May 2020 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Supporting Documents

• ANNEXURE A – SSA0000-0000V1-01 RS Rev 3

Bid Advert

SARAO requires a safe, reliable, flexible and cost-effective air charter service to transport its staff, and small light cargo from Cape Town and Gauteng to the Karoo Astronomy Reserve.

SARAO intends to contract a first-rate air charter company to provide services based on the requirements of this document, including Annexure 1 (Document number: SSA0000-0000V1-01 RS Rev 3), for a period of 3 years. Once concluded, the contract will need to meet SARAO’s operational needs for an air charter service, while ensuring the safety of its personnel, reliability and availability of services at the best price and a one-stop-solution.

Design, Construction and handover of the Infrastructure for the Meerkat Extension Project, near Carnarvon in the Northern Cape

BID Reference: NRF SARAO SKA1 001 2020

Closing date: 11 May 2020 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Supporting Documents

• NRF SARAO SKA1-001-2020 – MeerKAT Extension Tender Evaluation (Financial)
• NRF SARAO SKA1-001-2020 – MeerKAT Extension Tender Evaluation (Technical)
• SSA4003-0007-022 – SARAO MeerKAT Extension Project – NEC4 Contract Template
• SSA4003-0007-004 – MeerKAT Extension Infrastructure Scope of Work
• SSA4003-0007-024 – MeerKAT Extension Infrastructure Site Boundaries (in tender)
• SSA4003-0007-021 – MeerKAT Extension Power and Fibre Trenches Layout drawing
• SSA4003-0007-023 – MeerKAT Extension Roads to dishes drawing (overall)
• Google earth project file (KMZ)
• SSA4003-0007-005 – MeerKAT extension Programme
• SKA-TEL-SKO-0001040-South African Site Information & Instructions SKA1-MID

Please note: Detailed drawings will be provided at the tender briefings

Bid Advert

Briefing Sessions:

Session 1: 09 March 2020 starting at 10h00 am

A compulsory clarification meeting (documentation) with representatives of the Employer will take place at The Auditorium, SARAO Cape Town Office, 2 Fir Street, Old Times Media Building, Black River Park North Entrance, Observatory (Coordinates: 33°55’58.9″S; 18°28’14.8″E ) on 09 March 2020 starting at 10h00.

Session 2: 11 March 2020 starting at 10h30 am

A further compulsory clarification meeting (site conditions) will be held on site at the SKA site complex, Losberg. Directions: Take the R63 from Carnarvon in the direction of Williston. Then, 11.4km West of the town of Carnarvon turn right on to the provincial road P02996. Follow this road for 65 km and turn left to the SKA security check point. Sign in at security and proceed to the Karoo Array Processor Building (KAPB). (Coordinates: 30º45’14.48” South, 21º25’53.71” East) on 11 March 2020 starting at 10h30.

Brief Summary

The National Research Foundation invites tenders for the Design, Construction and Handover of the Infrastructure for the MeerKAT Extension Phase of the SKA1_MID Project of the SKA Instrument at the SARAO Karoo site for the SKA Project, near Carnarvon in the Northern Cape.

Supply and delivery of Data Storage Nodes

BID Reference: NRF SARAO SCSA 003 2019

Closing date: 20 March 2020 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Bid Advert

SARAO Science Data Processing (SDP) operates a storage system to archive Astronomy products of the various telescopes operated by SARAO. The storage system is located at the CHPC in Rosebank, Cape Town. The storage system runs Ceph, an open-source distributed storage software. The contracted bidder is required to deliver servers to increase the storage systems raw capacity by 1PB.

Supply and delivery of a GPS Signal Equipment

BID Reference: NRF SARAO STFR 001 2019

Closing date: 20 January 2020 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Bid Advert

SARAO requires the Supply and delivery of a GPS Signal Equipment.

Supply and delivery of a GPS Signal Equipment

BID Reference: NRF SARAO STFR 001 2019

Closing date: 20 January 2020 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Bid Advert

SARAO requires the Supply and delivery of a GPS Signal Equipment.

DESIGN, MANUFACTURE AND DELIVERY OF REMOTE STATION SHIELDED EMC ENCLOSURES

BID Reference: NRF SARAO RFI 002 2019

Closing date: 24 January 2020 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Bid Advert

The SARAO Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) team has a need to deploy commercial-off-theshelf
(COTS) and in-house developed hardware at different locations. The enclosures needed are for two existing remote stations, both stations are located approximately 20km from the SARAO core site, with a further two remote stations, planned for, and a Fixed RFI Monitoring Station on top of Losberg. The hardware mentioned above generates radio frequency emissions, therefore it is necessary to shield the equipment in a powered, shielded enclosure such that these emissions do not interfere with the MeerKAT radio telescope.

Five shielded enclosures are required for the three following systems:
(1) 2 x ComRAD Passive Coherent Location (PCL) System
(2) 1 x Losberg Fixed RFI Monitoring Station (RMS)
(3) 2 x ComRAD Solar Power System

An option for four additional systems may be required –
(1) 2 x ComRAD Passive Coherent Location (PCL) System
(2) 2 x ComRAD Solar Power System

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) FOR POWER SOLUTION FOR SARAO DATA CENTRE.

BID Reference: NRF SARAO SKA1 001 2019

Closing date: 18 November 2019 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Please refer to the Erratum Notice

Request for information (RFI) for Power Solution for SARAO Data Centre.

RFI TESTS AT LARGE ANECHOIC CHAMBERS

BID Reference: NRF SARAO RFI 001 2019

Closing date: 8 November 2019 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

The SARAO RFI team is responsible for the RFI testing of all internal Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) sources on the Karoo site for the current telescopes on sites such as MeerKAT and also for future expansions (so called MK+) and new telescopes such as SKA. Given the number of items and physical size of these items to be tested, RFI test facilities additional to the small inhouse reverb chamber is required and this tender is for the use of a large anechoic and a 2nd reverberation chamber including a test engineer to execute RFI tests for SARAO.

Provision of Photography, Videography and Related Services for SARAO for a period of 3 Years

BID Reference: NRF SARAO SRES 001 2019

Closing date: 1 November 2019 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

In the course of its business, SARAO often requires photography and videography services, including virtual reality, time lapse, 360° footage and drone imagery. SARAO celebrates a number of project milestones, special events and dialogues that need to be documented, broadcasted, published and captured. Through this bid, SARAO intends to appoint a panel of at least four professional photographers and videographers to provide the aforementioned services. Work will be allocated on a rotational basis, as and when required.

SARAO requires EMC and RFI Specialist Consultancy Services

BID Reference: NRF SARAO RFI 003 2019 

Closing date: 25 October 2019 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

The RFI team is responsible for the verification and control of all internal Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) sources on the Karoo site for the current telescopes on site such as MeerKAT but also for future expansions (so called MK+) and new telescopes such as SKA1-MID, but the team is limited by the available inhouse resources.

SARAO heritage impact assessment phase 2 – Mitigation with the application of section 34 and 35 heritage permits on behalf of SARAO to relevant heritage authorities

BID Reference: NRF SARAO PEP6 001 2019

Closing date: 27 September 2019 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Please refer to the following Annexures:

1. Annexure A: Heritage Impact Assessment (HIA)
2. Annexure B: Conservation Management PlaN (CMP)
3. AnnexureC: Chance Finds Procedure (CFP)

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours. Information about the project is available from www.ska.ac.za.

Tenders are hereby invited TO APPOINT A SERVICE PROVIDER TO CONDUCT SARAO HERITAGE IMPACT ASSESSMENT PHASE 2 – MITIGATION WITH THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 34 AND 35 HERITAGE PERMITS ON BEHALF OF SARAO TO RELEVANT HERITAGE AUTHORITIES.

Sealed tenders marked, BID REFERENCE: NRF SARAO PEP6 001 2019: SARAO HERITAGE IMPACT ASSESSMENT PHASE 2 – MITIGATION WITH THE APPLICATION OF SECTION 34 AND 35 HERITAGE PERMITS ON BEHALF OF SARAO TO RELEVANT HERITAGE AUTHORITIES, must
be placed in the Tender Box at 1st Floor, Blend on Baker Building, 17 Baker Street, Rosebank, Johannesburg on or before 11:00AM on 27 September 2019.

Telegraphic, telephonic, facsimile, email and late tenders will not be accepted.

Bid documentation will be obtainable at SARAOA website at https://www.sarao.ac.za/tenders/.

For queries, or to obtain additional information, contact the Supply Chain Manager, Mrs Nolwazi Mthembu, at nmthembu@ska.ac.za or telephone number (021) 506 7300.

Tender Number : NRF SARAO CBDM 001 2019
Supply, installation and implementation of an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system for the NRF including software, licensing, and implementation services for standard corporate functions/modules to ensure the successful integration and implementation of an ERP system.
REASONS FOR CANCELLATION: – SPECIFICATION REVIEW.

Request for information (RFI) of computer cooling system solution for SARAO Data Centre.

BID Reference: NRF SARAO SNET 001 2019

Closing date: 30 September 2019 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours. Information about the project is available from www.ska.ac.za.
Tenders are hereby invited to assist with INFORMATION (RFI) FOR COMPUTER COOLING SYSTEM SOLUTION FOR SARAO DATA CENTRE.
Sealed tenders marked, NRF SARAO SNET 001 2019 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) OF COMPUTER COOLING SYSTEM SOLUTION FOR SARAO DATA CENTRE.
must be placed in the tender box at Tender Box, 1st Floor, Blend on Baker Building, 17 Baker Street, Rosebank, Johannesburg on or before 11:00 on 30 September 2019.
Telegraphic, telephonic, facsimile, email and late tenders will not be accepted.
Bid documentation will be obtainable at SARAOA website at https://www.sarao.ac.za/tenders/.

For queries, or to obtain additional information, contact the Supply Chain Manager, Ms Nolwazi Mthembu, at nmthembu@ska.ac.za or telephone number (021) 506 7300.

Supply, delivery, and installation services of data storage with three years of support

Bid Number: NRF SARAO SCSA 001 2019

Closing date: 23 August 2019 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Support Documents
Supply, delivery, and installation services of data storage with three years of support

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours. Information about the project is available from www.ska.ac.za.

Tenders are hereby invited for SUPPLY, DELIVERY, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES OF DATA STORAGE WITH THREE YEARS OF SUPPORT.

Sealed tenders marked, BID REFERENCE: NRF SARAO SCSA 001 2019. SUPPLY, DELIVERY, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES OF DATA STORAGE WITH THREE YEARS OF SUPPORT, must be placed in the tender box at SARAO Observatory Office, Black River Park, 2 Fir Street (North Gate entrance), Observatory on or before 11:00 on 23 August 2019.

A compulsory briefing session will be held on 8 August 2019 at 11:00, at the SARAO Black River Park Offices at 2 Fir Street, Black River Park, North Entrance, Observatory, Cape Town.

Bidders will be able to dial in via videocon. The link for the videocon is: https://goo.gl/UBt4jY

Telegraphic, telephonic, facsimile, email and late tenders will not be accepted.

Bid documentation will be obtainable at SARAO website at https://www.sarao.ac.za/tenders/

For queries, or to obtain additional information, contact the Supply Chain Manager, Nolwazi Mthembu at nmthembu@ska.ac.za or (021) 506 7300.

Supply, delivery, and installation services of installation of compute and other components and hardware with warranties for three years

Bid Number: NRF SARAO SCSA 002 2019

Closing date: 23 August 2019 11:00 am

Bid Invitation

Support Documents
NRF SARAO SCSA 002 2019 – Supply, delivery, and installation services of computer and other components with warranties for three years

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours. Information about the project is available from www.ska.ac.za.

Tenders are hereby invited for SUPPLY, DELIVERY, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES OF INSTALLATION OF COMPUTE AND OTHER COMPONENTS AND HARDWARE WITH
WARRANTIES FOR THREE YEARS.

BIDS MUST BE PLACED IN THE TENDER BOX AT SARAO OBSERVATORY OFFICE, BLACK RIVER PARK, 2 FIR STREET, (North Gate entrance) OBSERVATORY ON OR BEFORE 11:00 on 23 August 2019.

Telegraphic, telephonic, facsimile, email and late tenders will not be accepted.

Bid documentation will be obtainable at SARAO website at https://www.sarao.ac.za/tenders/

For queries, or to obtain additional information, contact the Supply Chain Manager, Nolwazi Mthembu at nmthembu@ska.ac.za or (021) 506 7300.

Appointment of Suitable Service Provider Imigration Services to SARAO for a Period of twelve months

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SHRM9086

Closing date: 06 April 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint a qualified immigration service provider to assist in immigration matters for a period of twelve months as and when needed.

Appointment of a Hydrologist Specialist to Undertake Hydrological Study at SARAO Klerefontein Support Base, Carnarvon, Northern Cape, South Africa.

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/246/2019-20

Closing date: 02 April 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires a competent company to perform quantitative Geo-hydrological/Groundwater desktop study/ investigations, Geophysical surveys, Drilling of the Production boreholes, Aquifer testing, Water quality sampling and Detail reports at Klerefontein Support Base. Two additional boreholes will be required to increase the current water supply at Klerefontein Support Base.

Supply and Delivery of Wet Wipes and Surface Disinfectants

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SEVE8975

Closing date: 26 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Supply and Delivery of Wet Wipes and Surface Disinfectants

Procurement of Generator to be Delivered at HARTRAO Office

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/231/2019-20

Closing date: 26 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Required Goods and Specification

Deliverables/ Requirements
The scope of work for this category include the following:

2.1.1. Supply of a replacement engine for the existing CUMMINS model VT1710G

• Engine type: V12, 4 stroke, Turbo charged, Internal combustion
• Power: 513.75Kw/685HP
• Generator RPM: 1800rpm
• Operating temperature: -10°C to 45°C
• Altitude: 1450m Above sea level
• Mounting interface: TBC
• Fuel: Diesel 50ppm
• Environment:
• Control: Must be able to link with DSE 7520 controller.
• Integration hardware: Engine must be supplied with all hardware to integrate onto the PILLER
• model: NKT500-4 alternator. All cooling pipes, cable, exhaust etc. to fit
• onto existing systems.
• pares: Must be available in South Africa

Procurement of Transformer and Modular Distribution Board to be Delivered at HARTRAO Office

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/231/2019-20

Closing date: 26 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Procurement of Maintenance Trailer to be Delivered at SARAO, Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/241/2019-20

Closing date: 1 April 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Service providers are invited to submit quotations for supply of the following –

• 1X Venter Traveller Sputnik 3/4-ton trailer, dimensions storage area approximately 1525width x 1525height x 2130length.
• Include a nose cone area.
• Body constructed from 0.9mm corrosion resistant electro-galvanised sheet steel, or equivalent.
• One big Lockable door on back side.
• Lockable door on one side.
• Storage rack for A4 printed material, on inside of back door.
• Secure mountings on outside for fold up wonder ladder.
• Digging Spade mounted on outside.
• UV resistant Water reservoir/pipe, with easy filling, and tap on outside, approximate 50liters capacity.
• Rubberised floor.
• Side mounted, easily extractable shade awning.
• Mounted, Foldable table / work platform, approximate 1.5mx0.4m on side, with rubber mat on work surface.
• Minimum x6 D Ring type tie down anchor hooks inside load area

N.B Include licence certificates on delivery

Appointment of a Service Provider for Civil Engineering Services for Design Work at SARAO, Klerefontein, Northern Cape, South Africa

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/240/2019-20

Closing date: 1 April 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Quotations are invited for the services of an experienced Civil Engineer to provide the necessary Civil Engineering design work services. These services will include the initial Site Inspection to the existing Meysdam temporary accommodation camp [GPS Coordinates 30°43’37.3″S 21°27’25.1″E] and the proposed Klerefontein Staff Accommodation [GPS Coordinates 30°58’09.8″S 21°58’55.1″E]; to provide an optimised design, Site Surveys including setting out, Construction ready designs for the required works including the necessary details and specifications (Site Preparation, Water and Sewer Reticulation, Septic Tanks and Perimeter Fencing, as seen in figure 1 below), on site verification and approval of the works. As seen in figure 1 below, the proposed Klerefontein Staff Accommodation is approximately 1 hectare is size.

Appointment of a Service Provider To Submit Applications in terms of KCAAAS Regulations for Community Members in The Spiral Arm Corridor and 50 Km Radius Cycle from The Virtual Centre

RFQ Number: SARAO RFQ SAGA 001 2019

In keeping with the NRF’s precautionary measures concerning Coronavirus (COVID-19), the compulsory site briefing for the aforementioned RFQ, scheduled for 18 March 2020, has been cancelled.

Notice of Cancellation

Closing date: 7 April 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The project is aimed at appointing a service provider to assisting the local community members with the application for a permit and if applicable, the application for a financial compensation relating to radio frequency transmitters and electrical equipment in farm houses within the SKA spiral arm corridor and 50KM radius from the SKA Virtual Centre. The Minister responsible for Science and Technology published the forms required to implement the Karoo Central Astronomy Advantage Areas (KCAAAs) regulations in the Government Gazette No. 42085 of 05 December 2018 under notice number 1337. This followed the KCAAAs Regulations in the Government Gazette No. 41321 of 15 December 2017 under notice number 1411 that prescribe:
i. Schedule A under sub-regulation 4 (3) requires for any person who operates radio equipment for which radio frequency spectrum licence exemptions have been prescribed by ICASA, in Part III, regulation 4 of the ICASA Spectrum Regulations, 20015, shall not operate or use such equipment within 50 KM of the SKA Virtual Centre unless a permit has been granted by the management authority.

• It is a mandatory requirement for the successful service provider to submit Form 2 Permit application for one-hundred and thirty-four (134) farm portions.
• To visit all 134 farm portions, the road distance that will be travelled is One Thousand, One Hundred and Ten kilometres (1110 km).
• In terms of Government Gazette No. 42762 of 11 October 2019, under Notice number 1318, the date for compliance with Regulation (3 (2) Schedule A of the KCAAAs Regulations is now 15 June 2020. This notice from the Minister of Higer Education, Science and Technology prescribes that all the work relating to Form 2 must be completed before 15 June 2020.
• Figure 1 is an illustration of houses that require AMA Permit and the road that will be travelled to get to the identified farms.

Appointment of Suitable Service Provider to Supply DEWAR for Liquid Nitrogen use in Lab

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SDIG9067

Closing date: 23 March 2020 at 11.00AM

Request for quotations

SARAO  requests the appointment of Suitable Service Provider to Supply DEWAR for Liquid Nitrogen use in Lab.

Supply of Mobile Radio Sysyem Equipment for Meerkat and SKA1_Mid Operations Communication Network Project

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SKA1 003 2019

Closing date: 27 March 2020 at 11.00AM

Request for quotations

The Communication Network is a crucial part of operations, maintenance, construction, security and safety of the Site and the MeerKAT telescope as well as the SKA1_MID telescope. The Communication implementation on site, due to the sensitivity of the instrument, needs to be scrutinised to ensure that it is in line with the SARAO RFI policies however still re remain effective.
SARAO wishes to appoint a supplier to supply and deliver the following equipment for the Mobile Radio System to the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory.

Annexure A_Specification List
AddendumA_B

Supply of Hardware for the Receiver System Controller Software

RFQ Number: SARAO RFQ SMED 001 2019

Closing date: 26 March 2020 at 11.00AM

Request for quotations

The successful bidder/s will supply the following hardware equipment:

• 1 x server system (capable of booting Linux, with at least two hard disks).

The server must comply to the following specification:

• Must have at least 2 Hard Disks no less than 1Tb each in size, with disks accessible individually.
• Must be 19″ rackmountable with mounting kit.
• Must be capable of booting and running a common x86_64 Linux distribution (eg Ubuntu, Debian) without custom changes.
• Must provide at least one 1Gbit network interface (excluding management interfaces).
• Must have at least 8Gb of RAM or better.
• Must have at least 4 USB2 ports or newer.
• Must provide either HDMI or VGA or both video output.
• Must offer a warranty for at least 1 year.
• Should be optimised for reliability of operation and service life, with subcomponents using
  common or standard interfaces.
• 1x Terasic, Altera DE0 board, Cyclone III EP3C16
• 2x Stamp9G20 starter kits Addendum_A

Video Conference Equipment & Services

RFQ Number: SARAO SA YD20/SNET01/2020

Closing date: 18 March 2020 at 11.00AM

Request for quotations

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) requires a refresh of its current video conferencing boardroom and meeting room end points. The organisation currently makes use of VidyoConnect provided by the Tertiary Education Network (TENET) as a value added service on top of the ISP services and connection to the South African Research Network (SANReN). TENET is in the process of testing the feasibility of implementing a ZOOM video conferencing service during the course for 2020. Support for both VidyoConnect and Zoom would be a requirement.

NOTE: For quoting purposes, please provide pricing for the full requirement. During implementation existing SARAO equipment may be re-purposed. A list of pre-existing equipment can be provided on request.

Appointment of Catering Service Provider for the Provision Of Catering for The Dara Conference to be held in Gauteng

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SACO9050_2

Closing date: 13 March 2020 at 11.00AM

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the service of qualified caterers/ events company to provide suitable catering
daily for a period of four weeks. The successful caterer/events company will be tasked to provide 3 meals daily for 60 conference delegates. (Breakfast, Lunch & dinner) Catering requirements will be from 16 April 2020 am to 21 May 2020 pm.

Caterers will be expected to provide their own Catering equipment to ensure that meals served
are hot (bane marines, Shaffer dishes; serving cutlery ect) where needed.

HARTRAO will provide a dining area, on site, where catering will take place. Power Supply will be provided for the successful service provider; however, extension leads ect will not be provided. The successful bidder will need to ensure sufficient cutlery, crockery, glassware and napkins, daily for the delegates during this period.

The successful bidder will be responsible for ensuring the cleaning of the dining area after each
meal as well as washing of dishes

Tent Rental for The Dara Conference to be Held in Gauteng

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SACO9050_1

Closing date: 13 March 2020 at 11.00AM

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the service of a company to provide a suitable tent to hire for a period of four weeks. The Tent will be utilised to serve the attending delegates meals and provide a place for them to dine daily.

Tent Hire will be from 16 April 2020 to 21 May 2020- The delivery of the structure should be at least 24hours prior to the conference starting. The event will host approximately 40 guests, thus tent capacity should accommodate at least 40-60paxx

Appointment of Suitable Service Provider to Supply HVAC Training in The Northern Cape – Carnarvon

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SHRM9063

Closing date: 12 March 2020 at 11.00AM

Request for quotations

The main objective of the Training for HVAC is to ensure that attendees gain significant information and techniques for all HAVAC related Repairs and Maintenance.
The course should include but not be limited to the below:

• Installation Level Module
• Basic Repairs Module
• Advanced Repairs Module
• Trade Test Level
• Course must include all course materials and certifications on completion.

Requirements for Training, Licence Amendments and Water Quality Monitoring for Compliance with Water Use Licence Conditions

RFQ Number: NRF RFQ PEP6 002 2019

Closing date: 17 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Please refer to the following Appendices:

Appendix A
Appendix B

The SARAO/NRF currently has two valid Water Use Licences (WULs) that have been in effect from the 29th of August 2012. These licenses were issued for the MeerKAT project which consists of a 64 dish array that will later form part of the larger SKA Phase 1 dish array. The MeerKAT infrastructure is located on the farms Meys Dam (RE68) and Losberg farm portions (73) and the following licences were issued for these farms respectively. These WULs have been attached as Appendix A and B respectively.

License No. 14/D54E/A/1911 was issued by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) for the following water uses in terms of Section 21 of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998) (NWA):

• Section 21(a) – Taking water from a water resource; and
• Section 21(g) – Disposing of water in a manner which may detrimentally impact on a water resource.

License No. 14/D54E/ACGI/1012 was issued for the following water uses in terms of Section 21 of the NWA:

• Section 21(a) – Taking water from a water resource;
• Section 21(c) – Impeding of diverting the flow of water in a water course;
• Section 21(g) – Disposing of waste in a manner which many detrimentally impact on a water resource; and
• Section 21(i) – Altering the beds, banks, course or characteristics of a water course.

Appointment of Training Institute to Provide Equipotential Earthing Training in The Northern Cape

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SHRM9057

Closing date: 9 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the provision of reputable qualified Training institute to provide training in Equipotential Earthing training.

The Training should include but not be limited to:

• Trip Earthing practices which do not prevent hazardous electrical socks in the event a line becomes accidentally energized.
• Accidental energising of circuits despite all efforts to isolate circuits
• The increase in induction situations as facilities are built closer together and electrical loading on circuits continue to rise
• Course Material and Certificate should be inclusive

Appointment of Suitable Service Provider to Supply Plc Training in Klerefontein, The Northern Cape

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SHRM9056

Closing date: 9 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The main objective of the Training for PLC is to ensure that attendees gain significant new information and techniques for their next PLC project.
The training must be suitable for delegates with little and no exposure to PLC, but will be expected to be involved to a degree in some or all aspects of PLC installations.
The course should include but not be limited to the below:

• An introduction
• Background to SCADA
• Fundamentals of PLC Software
• SCADA Systems software
• Good Programming Habits
• Advanced Control with PLC’s
• Landline Media
• SCADA Networking Security
• Building a PLC, commissioning, testing and Upgrading
• Industrial Communications Protocols

The course should be based on the Newest developments within PLC training.

Appointment of a Training Institution to Offer Training Services to Five Electrical Trade Student for A Period Of 10 Weeks

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/221/2019-20

Closing date: 10 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO to appoint a training institution to offer the following course to five SARAO bursary funded student:

• Installation work (3 weeks) x 5 students
• Electronics (3 weeks) x 5 students
• Programmable Logic Control (PLC) and Variable Speed Drive (VSD) (1 week) x 5 students
• Basic lifting techniques (1 week) x 5 students
• Welding (1 week) x 5 students
• Accommodation and catering for 10 weeks

Procurement of World Robot Olympiad Mats to be delivered to Carnarvon Information Centre, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/224/2019-20

Closing date: 28 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:
1. Senior High x3
2. Junior High x5
3. Elementary x4
4. WeDo x6

Procurement of Service provider for the Supply and Delivery of Server

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SUSE9028

Closing date: 25 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Procurement of Service provider for the Supply and Delivery of Server.

Provision of Emergency Service at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape on the 25th March 2020

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/212/2019-20

Closing date: 02 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:

• 1 X Advanced Life Support (ALS)
• 1 X Intermediate Life Support (ILS)
• 2 X Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA)

1. The emergency services should be at SASSA HALL in Carnarvon @ 07h00 on the 25th of March 2020
2. The service provider will then accompany the SARAO crew from Carnarvon SASSA Hall to Losberg Site
3. At Losberg one of the emergency services should be based at Losberg Accommodation and the other emergency service should accompany the Site tours
4.  The function will end approximately around 17h00 at Losberg Site

N.B. – The supplier must have a valid PDP license
Must be registered at the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Intermediate Life Support —– and Basic Ambulance Assistant

Appointment of a Service Provider for Safety, Health and Environmental (She) Inspection Including Asbestos Survey at SARAO Johannesburg Office in Observatory

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/215/2019-20

Closing date: 02 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The scope of work for this category may include, but is not necessarily limited to, the following components as listed below:

• On-site walk-about inspection, evaluation, sample collection and quantification to identify potential SHE hazards including Asbestos Containing Material (ACM).
• SHE inspection report indicating compliance measures to be taken.
• Guidance report for a cost effective Implication Programme to ensure that all identified hazards are evaluated and controlled or removed.
• Perform and comply with all proper Occupational Health and Safety Act: Asbestos Regulation, GNR No. R155 of 10 February 2002.
• Ensure proper locations and number of samples, including but not limited to, building materials known to contain asbestos.

Procurement of Medical Consumables at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/213/2019-20

Closing date: 02 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requests the procurement of Medical Consumables at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

Procurement of Safety Signs at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/211/2019-20

Closing date: 02 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requests the procurement of Safety Signs at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

Procurement of Servo Tools to be delivered to SARAO Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/210/2019-20

Closing date: 02 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requests the procurement of Servo Tools to be delivered to SARAO Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

Procurement of Coupling Machine to be delivered to SARAO Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/206/2019-20

Closing date: 02 March 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:
– ROTEX GS14 SPIDER 92 SHORE A (ITEM NUMBER-K550141000001) OR EQUIVALENT X10
– ROTEX HUB MACHINED RIGHT (ITEM NUMBER-K1000-0553) OR EQUIVALENT X10
– ROTEX HUB MACHINED LIFT (ITEM NUMBER-K1000-0552) OR EQUIVALENT X10
– SOCKET, SETSCREW FLAT POINT (ITEM NUMBER-ISO4029_M5X8_A2) OR EQUIVALENT X20

Appointment of Qualified Consultation for the testing of the Boreholes at Visserskloof in the Northern Cape

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SKA1_26

Closing date: 20 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The main objective of the tests is to determine the borehold yield. Further to these tests SARAO will require a report that could be used for a WULA for the boreholes and the future construction camp at the farm.

The Boreholes are located at Visserskloof 69/3 Farm is approximately ±65km from Carnarvon in the Northern Cape

Procurement of Transceivers to be Delivered at SARAO, Observatory, Cape Town

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/207/2019-20

Closing date: 26 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Service requirements to be provided are the following:

• 10x MC2210511-LR4 Mellanox® or equivalent optical module, IB FDR10, 40Gb/s, QSFP, LC-LC, 1310nm, LR4 up to 10km
• 10x MC2210411-SR4 Mellanox® or equivalent optical module, 40Gb/s, QSFP, MPO, 850nm, up to 100m Qty
• 10x MC6709309-005 Mellanox® or equivalent passive fiber hybrid cable, MPO to 8xLC, 5m

Procurement of Tools to be delivered at Klerefontein Training Centre, Carnarvon

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/199/2019-20

Closing date: 20 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the procurement of tools to be delivered at Klerefontein Training Centre, Carnarvon.

Procurement of Emergency Vehicle Safety Kits to be delivered at SARAO, Observatory, Cape Town or Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/189/2019-20

Closing date: 20 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires a service provider to oversee compliance advisory. Detailed service requirements to be provided are the following:

• 120W LED Power Lightbar (30Deg-Spot Beam) (60Deg-Flood Beam) x1

Item Description:

• LED Power 120W
• Lumen 7200
• Operating Voltage 10-30 DC
• Waterproof rate IP 67
• 24pcs 5w high intensity CREE LEDS
• Current draw 12V/9.6A; 24V/4.48A
• Color Temperature 6000K
• Material Diecast aluminium housing
• Lens Material PC
• Mounting Bracket zinc alloy
• Beam pattern combo
• Spot beam (8degree)
• Flood beam (120degree)
• Certificates: CE, RoHs, IP67
• Chaser Gen 3 LED Light Bar (Red) X1

Item Description:

• Slim line, generation 3, LED light bar
• 1140mm x 94mm x 36mm
• LED’s are generation 3, 1 Watt
• 4 LED’s per head
• 8 Heads front, 8 heads rear, 1 head left and right
• 8 Flash patterns
• Mounting feet and clamps
• Polycarbonate lens
• Available in amber, red, blue, and green
• Multi voltage 12V to 24V
• Available in clear lenses or coloured lenses

Installation costs x2

Procurement of Truck Tyres to be delivered to SARAO Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/12/TRUCKTYERS/2020

Closing date: 20 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO request the procurement of Truck Tyres to be delivered to SARAO Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

Repairs to Fire Suppression System at Karoo Radio Astronomy Observatory (Re-Advertisement)

RFQ Number: SARAO AO 002 2019

Closing date: 18 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO invites the submission of quotations for repair work required to be done on its fire suppression system in the Karoo Radio Astronomy Observatory in the Northern Cape. The system currently in place is a Bosch system, therefore bidders are required to be certified to perform repairs on Bosch systems.

PIR Insulation and Fixtures

RFQ Number: SARAO SA YD20/SAAR15/2020

Closing date: 14 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The Active Hydrogen Maser requires tight temperature control. The Maser Building, which houses the Maser, requires PIR 80 mm insulation to assist with the control of the temperature so that the requirement is achieved. This will be fitted to all the inside doors and walls of the Maser Building.

NOTE: For quoting purposes, please provide pricing for the full requirement.

20X Polyisocyanurate (PIR) Insulation Board R-Value 3.33 at 6000 mm x 1220 mm x 80 mm (L x W x H). Matt mineral; coated Fibreglass Tissue.  (PIR insulation, R-Value 3.33 with 80 mm thickness )

Video Conf Equipment & Services

RFQ Number: SARAO SA YD20/SNET01/2020

Closing date: 12 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) requires a refresh of its current video conferencing boardroom and meeting room end points. The organisation currently makes use of VidyoConnect provided by the Tertiary Education Network (TENET) as a value added service on top of the ISP services and connection to the South African Research Network (SANReN). TENET is in the process of testing the feasibility of implementing a ZOOM video conferencing service during the course for 2020. Support for both VidyoConnect and Zoom would be a requirement.

NOTE: For quoting purposes, please provide pricing for the full requirement.
During implementation existing SARAO equipment may be re-purposed.  A list of pre-existing equipment can be provided on request.

Upgrade to the KDRA Fresh Air / Humidifier System (Re-Advertisement)

RFQ Number: SARAO/AO/003/2019

Compulsory Briefing Session: 4 February 11:00am

Closing date: 14 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO calls for the submission of quotations for the upgrade to the Fresh Air Unit (Freudenberg FK5G) and Humidifier (Condair Mk5 Visual) of the Karoo Array Processing Building (KAPB) Data Rack Area (DRA), based on the requirements of this document, as well as Annexure A (Document No. FA000-0023-000),

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Appointment of Qualified Security Service Provider for a Period of 12 Months

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SCTO2020_21

Closing date: 4 February 2020 13:00 pm

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Appointment of Qualified Security Service Provider for a Period of 12 Months

Appointment of A Panel to Provide General Building Maintenance Services at the SARAO Office Building in Cape Town for A Period of Two Years

RFQ Number: SARAO SA SFAC 001 2020

Briefing Session: 31 January 2020 10:00 am

Closing date: 7 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO currently operates out of its office premises located in Black River Park, Observatory, Cape Town. The office building is leased. From time to time, and as required by the terms of its lease, maintenance is required for the general upkeep of the leased property. According, the objective of this bid is to appoint a panel of up to four (4) appropriately qualified service providers to provide routine and ad hoc maintenance services as and when required at the SARAO office premises.
The maintenance services required are divided into the following nine categories –

• (i) Air-conditioning / cooling maintenance (specifically, SARAO datacentre air-conditioning)
• (ii) Electrical services
• (iii) Security surveillance and biometrics
• (iv) Painting
• (v) Carpentry
• (vi) Building / plastering / dry wall partitioning
• (vii) General handyman services
• (viii) Plumbing
• (ix) Generator servicing

The RFQ will be awarded per category, and therefore bidders may bid for one or more categories of work. More than one bidder may be appointed per category. The term of appointment of successful bidders will be two years.

RE-ADVERTISING: Appointment Of Qualified Service Provider To Conduct An Environmental Impact As-Sessment To Establish A Micro Rendering Facility In Northern Cape, Carnarvon

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SCSA 8979

Closing date: 3 February 2020 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO seeks a service provider to undertake an environmental impact assessment including a Basic Assessment and the acquisition of the following permits;
● Environmental Authorisation (EA)
● Waste Management Licence (WML)
● Air Emission Licence (AEL)

The purpose of the assessment to assess the feasibility of establishing a micro-rendering facility at the Carnarvon Abattoir with sterilisation capability and the ability to prepare by-products.

Supply installation and delivery of Airconditioning Unit in Carnarvon in the Northern Cape

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SSTC8978

Closing date: 27 JANUARY 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint a qualified service provider to supply installation and delivery of Airconditioning Unit in Carnarvon in the Northern Cape

• Need to include installing: indoor unit and outdoor condenser Drain piping, connection to DB board and testing

Supply and Delivery of Branded Table Clothes

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SEVE8975

Closing date: 27 JANUARY 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint a qualified service provider to provide to supply and deliver Branded Table Clothes.

• Logo to be supplied and to be placed on both sides of the fall. Mock-up to be sent to SARAO for approval before printing.

Appointment of qualified Service Provider to provide training on the topic of working on heights

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SHRM8974

Closing date: 27 JANUARY 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint a qualified service provider to provide Training on the topic of working on Heights:

• The below unit standards need to be provided, Level1, Level 2, Level 3.
• All course material must be inclusive of training.
• Training will take place in the Norther Cape at the SARAO Klerefontein Offices.
• Appointed service providers must include in their quote all accommodation as well as travelling costs.

Procurement Electrical Materials to be Delivered To SARAO Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/02/ELECTRICALMATERIALS/2020

Closing date: 30 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:
– 33KV SILCONE LINE POST INSULATOR – PART NO: 145121036 / MAKE: PFISTERER X50
– 33KV SILCONE LONGROD INSULATOR (450mm) PART NO: 144065001 / MAKE: PFISTERER X30
– 33KV SILCONE STAND – OFF INSULATOR 12.5kN – PART NO: 145222005 X40

Procurement of consumable equipment to be delivered to SARAO Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/196/2019-20

Closing date: 30 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:
– Siemens Sirius Innovation 3RT2 3 Pole Contactor, 3NO, 16 A, 7.5 kW, 230 V ac Coil (item number – 3RT2018-1AP01) or equivalent x10
– Siemens Sirius Innovation 3RT2 4 Pole Contactor, 4NO, 12 A, 5.5 kW, 24 V dc Coil (item number – 3RT1317-2BB40) or equivalent x2
– Lapp ÖLFLEX CLASSIC 110 SY 25 Core SY Control Cable 1mm², 50m, Screened (item number – 454-8865) or equivalent x4

Procurement of Emergency Vehicle Safety Kits to be Delivered at SARAO, Observatory, Cape Town Or Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/189/2019-20

Closing date: 30 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO requires a service provider to oversee compliance advisory. Detailed service requirements to be provided are the following:
120W LED Power Lightbar (30Deg-Spot Beam) (60Deg-Flood Beam) x1
Item Description:

• LED Power 120W
• Lumen 7200
• Operating Voltage 10-30 DC
• Waterproof rate IP 67
• 24pcs 5w high intensity CREE LEDS
• Current draw 12V/9.6A; 24V/4.48A
• Color Temperature 6000K
• Material Diecast aluminium housing
• Lens Material PC
• Mounting Bracket zinc alloy
• Beam pattern combo
• Spot beam (8degree)
• Flood beam (120degree)
• Certificates: CE, RoHs, IP67
• Chaser Gen 3 LED Light Bar (Yellow) X1

Item Description:

• Slim line, generation 3, LED light bar
• 1140mm x 94mm x 36mm
• LED’s are generation 3, 1 Watt
• 4 LED’s per head
• 8 Heads front, 8 heads rear, 1 head left and right
• 8 Flash patterns
• Mounting feet and clamps
• Polycarbonate lens
• Available in amber, red, blue, and green
• Multi voltage 12V to 24V
• Available in clear lenses or coloured lenses

Appointment of a Service Provider to repair HERA shaded area at Losberg Site, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/185/2019-20

Closing date: 30 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

Service requirements to be provided are the following:
RE: Repair to HERA Shaded Area
Repair work is needed to the shaded area located between the two containers at the HERA Losberg site. The area currently has a metal structure mounted between the two containers which requires minor structural repair. A new shade cloth is required to be installed over the entire area. The preference will be for weatherproof 95% block out shade cloth. The area measures 6m x 7.5m. Below are photos of the area and the current damage. All work is to be carried out at the HERA Losberg site, a site visit can be arranged should you require a site inspection for the purposes of submitting a quote. The cost of coming to site to do measurements will be at your own expense.

Supply delivery of Branded Marketing Paraphernalia

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SCSA8985

Closing date: 20 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO requests the supply delivery of Branded Marketing Paraphernalia.

Supply delivery of Branded Marketing Paraphernalia

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SCSA8985/2

Closing date: 20 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO requests the supply delivery of Branded Marketing Paraphernalia.

Supply and delivery of various engineering plastics

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SCSA8988.1

Closing date: 27 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO requests supply and delivery of various plastics to their office in Observatory.

Supply and delivery of various engineering plastics

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SCSA8988.2

Closing date: 27 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO requests supply and delivery of various plastics to their office in Observatory.

Supply and delivery of various engineering plastics

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SCSA8988.3

Closing date: 27 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO requests supply and delivery of various plastics to their office in Observatory.

Provision of Expert Technical Service to Oversee the Development of The Band345 Single Pixel Feed System for SKA-Mid Project

RFQ Number: SARAO RFQ SKA1 AO 002 2019

Closing date: 31 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

To support SARAO’s SKA activities, a Senior Radio Frequency Receiver specialist is required to oversee the technical aspects of the SKA Band345 Single Pixel Feed (SPF) development. The development is being performed by the University of Oxford under the management of the SKA Dish Consortium and SARAO is overseeing the systems engineering work. The development has passed a detailed design review and is currently proceeding to the qualification phase in preparation for a Critical Design Review (CDR) late in 2020.

Provision of Expert Technical Systems Engineering Services for the Radio Astronomy Receiver System for SKA-MID Project

RFQ Number: SARAO RFQ SKA1 AO 001 2019

Closing date: 27 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

A Senior Systems Engineer is required to provide specialized technical services to support SARAO to deliver a successful Critical Design Review (CDR) for the SKA1-MID Receiver (Digitiser) system. In particular, the appointed service provider will be expected to deliver the following services as and when required:
(a) Perform the necessary Systems Engineering work required to deliver a successful CDR for the SKA-MID Digitisers (Bands 1, 2 & 3), in collaboration with the product delivery teams located in Canada and France.
(b) Deliver the documentation required for the delivery of a CDR for the SKA-MID Digitisers (Band 1, 2 & 3).
(c) Establish a Qualification Baseline following the Band 1, 2, 3 Digitiser CDR.
(d) Organize and conduct weekly progress reviews with the delivery teams to track progress and report such progress to SARAO.
(e) Travel to Canada and France as required to meet with the delivery teams for technical reviews. SARAO will cover the costs for travel, accommodation and subsistence.

Appointment of a service provider to undertake Environmental Assessments for SARAO in compliance with Department of Water and Sanitation requirements

RFQ Number: NRF RFQ PEP6 AO 001 2019

Closing date: 19 December 2019 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

Supporting Documents

The MeerKAT project, consisting of a 64-dish array, is located on the farms Meys Dam (RE68) and the Losberg farm portions (73). Prior to construction, the MeerKAT project was issued with two Integrated Water Use Licenses (IWULs) for the two farm portions on which the project falls. License No. 14/D54E/A/1911 was issued by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) on the 29th August 2012 for the following water uses in terms of Section 21 of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998) (NWA) –
• Section 21(a) – Taking water from a water resource; and
• Section 21(g) – Disposing of water in a manner which may detrimentally impact on a water resource.

License No. 14/D54E/ACGI/1012 was issued for the following water uses in terms of Section 21 of the NWA –
• Section 21(a) – Taking water from a water resource;
• Section 21(c) – Impeding of diverting the flow of water in a water course;
• Section 21(g) – Disposing of waste in a manner which many detrimentally impact on a water resource; and
• Section 21(i) – Altering the beds, banks, course or characteristics of a water course.

The licenses issued give the NRF permission to undertake the water uses necessary for MeerKAT construction and operation, and also stipulate the conditions of the licences that need to be adhered to, to ensure compliance with the license requirements and therefore allow for the authorised water uses to occur.

Appointment of a Service Provider to render Maintenance and Support for the SARAO website for a period of 18 months

RFQ Number: NRF RFQ SRES AO 004 2019

Closing date: 13 January 2020 at 11.00 AM

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint website maintenance and support service provider for a period of 18 months.

Procurement of Feed Target Stickers to be Delivered at SARAO, Observatory, Cape Town

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/188/2019-20

Closing date: 17 December 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Supporting files

Service requirements to be provided are the following:
The HERA project requires 1200 feed targets to be vinyl cut from an adhesive UV resistant vinyl.
– The target shall be cut from a white colour vinyl.
– The target shall be supplied to us “weeded” and cut down to size.
– A clear application tape shall be applied to the target.

Procurement of Basic Lowering Kit and Hoisting & Lowering Kit to be delivered To SARAO Klerefontein Office, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/182/2019-20

Closing date: 6 December 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:

• Basic Lowering kits X6
• Hoisting & Lowering Kits X3

Procurement of Sensor Detector to be Delivered to SARAO Klerefontein Office, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/181/2019-20

Closing date: 6 December 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:

• Steinel motion sensor detector, 500W, 230V, Wall mount, Typ 5740/5741 or equivalent x1

Procurement of Clinic Consumables to be delivered at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/178/2019-20

Closing date: 6 December 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the following items:

• Kernel M Glucose strips (25’s pack size) X20
• Kernel M Cholestrol strips (25’s pack size) X15
• Blood Lancets (200’s pck size) X3
• Disposable foam cups 250ml (50’s) X1

Appointment of a Service Provider to Provide and Install Safety Gate at SARAO, Klerefontein, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/175/2019-20

Closing date: 6 December 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:

• Manufacturing and installation of safety gate with 4 lever lock x1
• Medical safe with lockable door (440mm x 360mm x 230mm x1
• Replace 2 mortise locks with 4 lever mortise locks (union locks) x2

Procurement of Consumables Equipment to be Delivered to SARAO Klerefontein Office, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/171/2019-20

Closing date: 6 December 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Procurement of Consumables Equipment to be Delivered to SARAO Klerefontein Office, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

Enterprise Security for Endpoints (Licenses)

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO YD/SICT22/11/2018

Closing date: 28 November 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint a supplier to supply us with the Additional and New Licenses, Network Path leads, Window Embedded Thin Client. The delivery need to be at our SARAO office in Pinelands.

Upgrade to the KDRA Fresh Air / Humidifier System

RFQ Number: SARAO/AO/003/2019

Closing date: 29 November 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO calls for the submission of quotations for the upgrade to the Fresh Air Unit (Freudenberg FK5G) and Humidifier (Condair Mk5 Visual) of the Karoo Array Processing Building (KAPB) Data Rack Area (DRA), based on the requirements of this document, as well as Annexure A (Document No. FA000-0023-000), attached hereto.

The Fresh Air Unit and Humidifier form part of the original infrastructure deployment for the KAPB. The humidifier feeds steam via a steam pipe into the Fresh Air units supply duct which provides for mixing of the steam and humidification of the inlet air. The system should facilitate achieving a KDRA humidity (RH) of 10-50% at the location of the RH sensor (typically 20º degrees). The RH set point used for acceptance testing will be 50%.

Procurement of Battery Pack and Charger to be Delivered at SARAO, Observatory, Cape Town

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/167/2019-20

Closing date: 3 December 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Service requirements to be provided are the following:
Battery pack for IFS10 and View 7 splicing machine (LBT20 or 30) x2
Battery Charger for battery pack_LTB 20 or 30 x2

Appointment of a Qualified Graphic Designer for the Conceptualization, Design, Edit, Typeset And Layout of Various Marketing and Communications Related Products

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SRES2020

Closing date: 2 December 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The awarded service provider will be required to provide a quote for the service per project and collectively, associated with the delivery of each project. Each commissioned assignment will be discussed and clarified with the successful bidder as well as the cost of the assignment.

Provision of Emergency Services to SARAO in The Northern Cape Site for Injury of a very urgent and serious nature for a period of three years

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/139/2019-20

Closing date: 14 November 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the provision of emergency services in the northern cape site for injury of a very urgent and serious nature as and when required for a period of three years.

Fibre Optic Adaptors and Cable Assemblies

RFQ Number: SARAO/YD/SAAR69/2019

Closing date: 15 November 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO to appoint a service provider to deliver the following: Fibre Optic Adaptors and Cable Assemblies

APPOINTMENT OF A TRAINING INSTITUTION TO OFFER TRAINING SERVICES TO ONE DIESEL MECHANIC STUDENT FOR A PERIOD OF 6 WEEKS

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/160/2019-20

Closing date: 6 November 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO to appoint a training institution to offer the following course to one SARAO bursary funded student:

• Diesel Mechanic
• Accommodation for a period of 6 months

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO RENDER WATER TESTING FOR 2 BACTERIA SAMPLES AT SARAO, HARTRAO OFFICE IN HARTEBEESHOEK

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/159/2019-20

Closing date: 6 November 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the following:
Water sampling and testing for the presence of bacteria (2 samples) from the water source to confirm that the bacterial count has lowered to acceptable limits or zero compared to the initial or previous testing – Drinking Water

Procurement of AAES Flexure Plates and Calibration Jig Parts

RFQ Number: SARAO/YD/SAAR68/2019

Closing date: 25 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the supply of AAES Flexure Plates and Calibration Jig Parts

Supporting documents:

PRF SAAR_049 AAES Flexure Plates and Calibration Jig Parts

Procurement of Elecrical Equipments to be Delivered at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/156/2019-20

Closing date: 29 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires a service provider for the procurement of elecrical equipments to be delivered at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape.

Provision of Occupational Hygiene Survey and Occupational Risk Exposure Profile and Medical Surveillance Plan At SARAO, Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/99/2019-20

Closing date: 24 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The main objective of the Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) unit at SARAO is to emphasise the importance and protection of SARAO staff, employees, stakeholders, visitors, contractors, environment, SARAO assets, the community at large and SARAO company property which is of paramount significance to the success of all SARAO projects.

SHEQ is committed to implementing the principles, disciplines and control functions of integrated SHEQ processes into all spheres of SARAO activities. Its function serves as a baseline management tool and guidelines for SHEQ within SARAO. This applies to all permanent, temporary and casual employees as well as contractors, visitors and stakeholders on any SARAO employment facilities and premises. The main scope is to achieve and to establish a “zero harm culture” and that management and each employee of SARAO is responsible for occupational health, safety and the natural environment.

Procurement of Water Filter System to be Delivered at SARAO, Klerefontein, Carnarvon

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/153/2019-20

Closing date: 24 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Service requirements to be provided are the following:

• 1x Reverse Osmosis Water Filter System
• Mounting bracket
• 10 inch sediment filter pre-filter
• 10 inch granular activated carbon (GAC) pre-filter
• 10 inch carbon block 5 micron pre-filter
• Filter dimensions: 6.35cm x 25.4cm
• 75 GPD reverse osmosis membrane
• T33 post activated carbon taste and odour filter
• 1 plastic housing spanner (special tool for replacing the filters)
• 1/4 inch white tubing
• 3 x 10 inch filter housings
• RO membrane housing
• RO tank
• 12 liters storage tank
• Long reach chrome faucet
• Pipe fittings
• Flow restrictor
• Includes booster pump

Appointment of a Service Provider to Develop the Meerkat Extension Fibre Network Tender Documentation from Existing Raw Information

RFQ Number: SARAO RFQ SICT 003 2019

Closing date: 21 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO was contracted by the international SKA Organisation to participate in a number of international design Consortiums to develop the design of the SKA Phase 1 (SKA1) telescope. SARAO participated in two consortiums amongst others to develop the power network requirements and fibre network requirements for the SKA1 MID telescope to be built in South Africa at the SKA site, vicinity Carnarvon, Northern Cape. These two network designs, prepared by the INSA (Infrastructure South Africa) and SADT (Signal and Data Transport) Design Consortiums were approved by international SKA CDR (Critical Design Review) Committees during 2018, however the fibre network was baselined to the power network design as at November 2016 due to the continuing development within both networks.

The fibre network design for the Core networks was updated to ‘overlay’ the current power network design to maximize the usage of ‘shared’ power trenches and to limit ‘stand-alone’ underground trench requirements for the fibre network. In parallel to the updating of the Core fibre network design documentation, there is an urgent requirement to prepare tender documentation for the MeerKAT+ (MeerKAT Extension) project from the same raw data from which the design documentation is being prepared.

Repairs to Fire Suppression System at Karoo Radio  Astronomy Observatory

RFQ Number: SARAO AO 002 2019

Closing date: 18 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO invites the submission of quotations for repair work required to be done on its fire suppression system in the Karoo Radio Astronomy Observatory in the Northern Cape. The system currently in place is a Bosch system, therefore bidders are required to be certified to perform repairs on Bosch systems.

Appointment of a Service Provider to supply SARAO Accounting Practitioners with Training in Accounts Payable Best Practices

RFQ Number: SARAO/MP/170/2019

Closing date: 18 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

This course should cover how to handle invoices, process checks, prevent errors, conduct annual audits, and use technology within the Accounts Payable (‘AP’) department. The course should include best practices to adopt within AP department and how to develop the department into an effective business partner.
Course Objectives for Accounts Payable Best Practices should include but not be limited to:
• Identify the function of accounts payable and its role in organizations
• Use accounting principles related to accounts payable
• Describe how to take a successful lead in the management of accounts payable
• Assess AP operations and processes and recommend improvements using the latest best practices
• Evaluate main issues affecting AP staff in order to increase their efficiency and productivity
• Apply tools and techniques in Microsoft Excel to effectively manage and monitor AP performance
• Use proven shortcuts and time-saving techniques to manage workloads without sacrificing accuracy and quality
• Apply fraud-busting and prevention techniques that can be used to better manage internal controls
• Utilize simple instructions to best handle and manage invoices
• Course should provide tips for successful T&E expense management
• Provide proven processes for eliminating the potential for duplicating payments
• Benchmark the accounts payable departments internal controls and review how they stack up
• Take Master Vendor management to the next level.

Supply and delivery of a trailer mounted access platform (cherry picker), including operator training

RFQ Number: SARAO AO 001 2019

Closing date: 11 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

This RFQ is for the purchase of a trailer mounted access platform (cherry picker) for the SARAO Klerefontein support base office in Carnarvon, Northern Cape.

Appointment of a service provider to supply SARAO with Zig Zag Posters for The Postgraduate Conference at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban on the 02-06 december 2019

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/150/2019-20

Closing date: 21 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:

• Set of 4 (2M) zig-zag Poster Boards (02-06 December 2019) X12
• Transport to, set up and Collection- Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani, Durban

Provision of Emergency Service for SARAO Open Day on the 06 November 2019

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/148/2019-20

Closing date: 18 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Purposes:

• SARAO requires the provision of general emergency services for Open day on the 06 November 2019.

AAES and Test Rig Hardware

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SKA SA/YD022/SAAR53/2019

Closing date: 17 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Purposes:

• SARAO wishes to appoint a supplier to supply us with AAES and Test Rig Hardware

AAES Bearing Stiffener Ring and Bearing Interface Ring

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SKA SA/YD022/SAAR49/2019

Closing date: 14 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Support information:

A0210-5311 Bearing Stiffener Ring

A0210-5330 Bearing Interface Ring

PURPOSE: 

• SARAO wishes to appoint a supplier to supply us with AAES Bearing Stiffener Ring (A0210-5330) and Bearing Interface Ring (A0210-5311).

Appointment of Technical Lead Resource for the SARAO DATA CUBE PROJECT

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SCSA 003 2018

Closing date: 10 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO hereby requests the services of the DESA project technical lead. The project technical lead will assume the following responsibilities:
The technical lead shall provide the design, technical specification and give technical direction to the development of the DESA solution.
The will serve as the principal authority for major modifications or adaptations of the EODC platform, effectively using analytical and technical skills and available technology and tools to suit project requirements and processes. They will assure that the DESA solution is technologically sound. They will have the ability to direct and monitor the activ-ities of other technical personnel making up the team.

Appointment of a Training Institution to offer training services to One Electrical Trade Student for a period of 12 months

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/146/2019-20

Closing date: 14 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO to appoint a training institution to offer the following course to one SARAO bursary funded student:
– Skills training
– All courses related to the training (first aid, medical test, and course on nuclear reaction)
– On the job training
– Trade test preparation
– Trade test
– Accommodation for a period of 12 months
N.B. The training to commence at the end of October 2019

Procurement of Metal Strips needed for dishes to be delivered at SARAO, Observatory, Cape Town

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/145/2019-20

Closing date: 14 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Service requirements to be provided are the following:
Items as per attached dwg H1PO_Bb_OverlapStrips:

• Item 1 (Long) x500
• Item 2 (Intermediate) x500
• Item 3 (Short) x500

Procurement of End Caps to be delivered at SARAO, Black River Park, Observatory, Cape Town

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/142/2019-20

Closing date: 14 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Service requirements to be provided are the following:
– Items according to drawings Left Hand: H1PE-L_Fa_endCapLeft x105
– Items according to drawings Right Hand: H1PE-R_Fa_endCapRight x56
– Alodine coating of items 1 and 2 above x161

Procurement of Stainless Steel Swivel Blocks to be delivered at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/135/2019-20

Closing date: 14 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:
– 32mm stainless steel swivel blocks, single sheave, no becket, min SWL 5000kg x 1000

Procurement of Grease to be delivered to SARAO Klerefontein Office, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/131/2019-20

Closing date: 14 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

A service provider to deliver the following:
– BECHEM or equivalent – FH 28EPX BERUTOX FOIL TUBES LOOSE 500g x60
– BECHEM or equivalent – SHELL GADUS S2 V 220 AC 500g x60

Procurement of Spindle Head Pins to be delivered at Klerefontein, Carnarvon, Northern Cape

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/120/2019-20

Closing date: 14 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO seeks a service provider to deliver the following:

• 10mm X1m Long Bright steel 230M07 to BS970 x7
• 12mm X1m Long Bright Steel 230M07 to BS970 x7
• Parting Tips Inserts (width 3mm) x2
• Dia 25mmX1m Stainless Steel (Material 17-4 PH Condition H900 or SS 431) x1
• Radial Shaft Seal (Size 20X40X7mm thick) SKF x20
• HEX SOCKET set screw cup point M6X1X8 Long (316 Stainless steel Grub Screws) x30
• M14X2mm Die nuts x2
• Needle Files Set x2
• HSS Round Tool Steel (Sizes 8, 10 and 12mm) x 2 of each
• HSS Square Tool Steel (Sizes 10 and 12mm) x 2 of each
• Boring Bar (S10K) and Inserts (CCMT08) x1
• Power Saw Blade (Size 400X32X1.6mm) x3

Appointment of a Data Science and Machine Learning Management Resource

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SDSW-8912

Closing date: 7 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The SARAO Science Data Processing (SDP) team requires a service provider to provide
specialised machine learning expertise to manage and technically guide key data science and machine learning efforts within the organization, including, but not limited to:
Direct science projects:

• RFI characterization and detection
• Anomaly detection
• Radio source identification and classification.

Provide technical leadership to the team:

• Identify and recruit new resources into the data science team
• Implement the technical methods of work within the team
• Lead and manage technical efforts of team members
• Create and provide training and skills development opportunities for the team

Establish and nurture external relationships between the Data Science team and
stakeholders

• Build visibility for the data science team within and outside SARAO, the Astronomy and the Science communities.
• Establish platforms through which the SARAO Data Science team will interact with the community and stakeholders
• Build relationships with external private and public sector stakeholders

Establish SARAO Data Science team’s research capacity

• Appoint and supervise post-doctoral and post-graduate data science fellowship(s), collaborating with South African universities where possible.
• Encourage and support collaborations and research proposals with national tertiary and research institutions.
• Develop a culture of academic progression, publishing and participating in seminars, workshops and necessary academic platforms within the team.
• Develop multi-disciplinary skills development programs and platforms, including 3rd party partners where necessary

The specific domain and detailed candidate activities will be defined by an additional work document to be signed off at the start of the project.

Provision of C-band band pass filters

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SKA SA/YD022/SAAR49/2019

Closing date: 7 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Procurement Specifications

SARAO wishes to appoint a supplier to supply us with C-band band pass filters.

Aquisition of services of AAES Test Rig Weldment

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SKA SA/YD022/SAAR40/2019

Closing date: 7 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint a supplier to supply us with procure Fabrication, Measurement and Supply of weldments for use in the AAES Test Rig Assembly (A0210-6701) in section 3 (specification).

Provision of General Emergency Services to SARAO for its locations in Cape Town, Johannesburg And Carnarvon for a period of three years

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/140/2019-20

Closing date: 14 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO requires the provision of general emergency services for its locations in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Carnarvon, as and when required for a period of three years.

Appointment of a service provider to Supply Paper 1 + 2 Training (Installation Rules) for SARAO

RFQ Number: SARAO/MP/187/2019

Closing date: 02 October 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

To appointment of a service provider to supply training for SARAO.

SPECIFICATION
The scope of work to supply SARAO with training:

• 2 x Paper 1 + 2 Training (INSTALLATION RULES)

QUALIFICATION CRITERIA

• Bidders must be accredited by EWSeta, or a related and relevant accreditation body, in order to qualify to be evaluated further on price and BBBEE.

Appointment of a service provider to render maintenance service and replace the print heads of a plotter HP DESIGN JET T790 in Rosebank Office,Johannesburg

RFQ Number: SARAO/TM/123/2019-20

Closing date: 23 September 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

Service requirements to be provided are the following:

1. 1x Service and replace the print heads of a plotter HP Design jet T790
2. Serial number: CN1CL7H04W
3. 5x Cartridges – 1 pink, 1 blue, 1 cyan, 2x black

Appointment of the supplier to supply SARAO with RF Coaxial Adaptors and Terminations.

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO YD/SAAR18/2019

Closing date: 20 September 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint a supplier to supply us with the RF Coaxial Adaptors and Terminations. The delivery need to be at our SARAO office in Black river Park.

Appointment of a supplier to supply SARAO with Lightning Protectors.

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO YD/SAAR17/2019

Closing date: 20 September 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

SARAO wishes to appoint a supplier to supply us with the Lightning Protectors. The delivery need to be at our SARAO office in Black river Park.

Appointment of the contractor for groundwater investigations, drilling and testing for both quantity and quality including for the full development of boreholes at and around Klerefontein agricultural centre.

RFQ Number: SARAO RFQ SKA1 1001/2019

Closing date: 20 September 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

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The South African Square Kilometre Array (SARAO) project is a project of the Department of Science and Technology, executed through the National Research Foundation and the South African SARAO Project Office (SASPO). Information about the project is available from https://www.sarao.ac.za/ Information about the international SKA project is available from www.skatelescope.org.

Flexure plate load measurement equipment

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO YD19/SAAR15/2019

Closing date: 10 September 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours.

Secure data storage services

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO SKA SA/YD/SNET04/2019

Closing date: 28 August 2019 11:00 pm

Request for quotations

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours.

Supply and delivery of Cluster Server Components

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO STOR/8851

Closing date: 21 August 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours.

Supply and delivery of Cluster Server Components

RFQ Number: NRF SARAO STOR/8850

Closing date: 21 August 2019 11:00 am

Request for quotations

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) spearheads South Africa’s activities in the Square Kilometre Array Radio Telescope, commonly known as the SKA, in engineering, science and construction. SARAO is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation and incorporates radio astronomy instruments and programmes such as the MeerKAT and KAT-7 telescopes in the Karoo, the Hartebeesthoek Radio Astronomy Observatory (HartRAO) in Gauteng, the African Very Long Baseline Interferometry (AVN) programme in nine African countries as well as the associated human capital development and commercialisation endeavours.

Request for information from interested parties for Financial Assistance Programme participation in SKA Organisation Consortia and bridging work

RFI Number: SARAO RFI FAP 001 2018

Closing date: 28 November 2018 11:00 am

Request for information

For more information on the process and work package areas: Organisations fitting participation criteria are encouraged to attend the SARAO Information Session to be hosted at 14h00 on the 14th November 2018 at the SARAO Johannesburg ( 17 Baker Street, Rosebank, Johannesburg) and Cape Town offices (Black River park, Old Times media Building, 2 Fir Street, 1st Floor), linked via telecon, for further discussions and information dissemination on the requirements, work package and the associated financial assistance programme. In order to attend the Information Day, please RSVP by 3 pm on Monday 13th November to industry@ska.ac.za and note that places may be limited.

Request for Information for the development of employee housing in Carnarvon, Northern Cape

Closing date: 14 December 2018 11:00 am

Request for information

SARAO requests potential service providers to submit proposals for employee housing in the town of Carnarvon. Proposals should include costs, finance models and assumptions.

Ms Pontsho Maruping on: (021) 514 1200 or at pmaruping@ska.ac.za