APPOINTMENT OF A MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM (LED BY AN ARCHITECTURAL CONSULTANT) TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, FOR THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE SKA SCIENCE OPERATIONS CENTRE (SOC); SKA SCIENCE PROCESSING CENTRE (SPC), SKA SCIENCE REGIONAL CENTRE (SRC) AND SARAO HQ, WHICH FORM PART THE NEW CAPE TOWN HOST INFRASTRUCTURE SYSTEM (CTHIS) FACILITY AT iTHEMBA LABS, CAPE TOWN
An Overview of the Tender
The National Research Foundation is seeking proposals for the procurement of a multidisciplinary team led by an architectural consultant. This team is tasked with the professional design and construction services for the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) Science Operations Centre, Processing Centre, Regional Centre, and the SARAO Headquarters. These will be integral components of the new Cape Town Host Infrastructure System situated at iThemba LABS.
| Issuer: | National Research Foundation |
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| Tender Ref No.: | NRF/SARAO SHAO/43/2023-24 |
| Sector: | Architectural, Construction, and Architectural Services |
| Submission Deadline: | Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 12:00 |
| Issue Date: | Wednesday, November 15, 2023, at 10:45 |
| Region: | Western Cape |
| Compulsory Meeting: | Yes |
| Briefing Date: | Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at 10:00 |
| GPS Coordinates of Venue: | Latitude: 34°1’27.96″S; Longitude: 18°43’1.32″E |
| Contact for Enquiries: | Thulani Fihlani – [email protected] | Phone: 021-506-7300 |
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Tender Details
The tender invites a multidisciplinary team, spearheaded by an architecture firm, to present their vision and capabilities for designing and constructing science-focused centres for the SKA project in Cape Town. This is an opportunity to participate in the creation of a world-class facility aiming to advance scientific research.
A compulsory briefing will provide critical information and is scheduled for November 29, 2023, which bidders must attend to qualify for the tender process. All interested parties should submit their proposals before the closing deadline of January 16, 2024.
Queries regarding any aspect of the tender can be directed to Mr. Thulani Fihlani via email or by dialing the contact number above.
How to Apply
Interested applicants can download the necessary documents detailed in the table above. Submissions must comply with all requirements and guidelines set forth within the bid documents. It’s critical to attend the mandatory briefing session, as this is a prerequisite for tender eligibility.
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