Supply and delivery of high-purity anhydrous hydrogen fluoride (minimum 99.95% AHF) to NECSA over 12 months, meeting a detailed product specification with strict impurity limits. Suited to licensed chemical suppliers able to handle, store and transport hazardous chemicals safely.
The South African Nuclear Energy Corporation SOC Ltd (NECSA) is seeking a qualified supplier for the supply and delivery of Anhydrous Hydrogen Fluoride (AHF) over a 12-month contract period. The product must meet NECSA's controlled product specification (PCM-QUA-SPE-08002 Rev 4), which sets a minimum AHF assay of 99.95% m/m and maximum limits for key impurities: hexafluorosilicic acid (H2SiF6) below 0.01% m/m, sulphuric acid (H2SO4) below 0.02% m/m, water below 0.04% m/m, sulphur dioxide (SO2) below 0.001% m/m, and arsenic below 25 ppm. The specification states an indefinite shelf life. Tenderers should be able to demonstrate that their product consistently meets these limits, supported by appropriate quality documentation.
Because anhydrous hydrogen fluoride is a highly hazardous chemical, the contract places significant emphasis on safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) compliance. NECSA's standard terms and conditions of contract (FBD-SCM-2015-CTR-0001 Rev 3) apply and cover matters including indemnity and limitation of liability, insurance of goods in transit and storage, payment after acceptance of deliverables, penalties for late delivery, warranties on goods, and confidentiality. Tenderers must also comply with NECSA's SHEQ policy and procedures, including alcohol and drug control requirements, and sign a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality obligations reference Section 51 of the Nuclear Energy Act, 1999 (Act No. 47 of 1999), so bidders should be prepared to ensure their staff understand these obligations. Bidders must also provide a valid original tax clearance certificate from SARS before award, and a Standard Bidding Document (SBD) must be completed.
The tender is expected to benefit NECSA by securing a reliable, compliant source of a specialised chemical input for its operations over one year. For suppliers, it offers a defined, specification-driven contract with a public sector buyer and clear payment terms. Note that the tender is currently listed in draft status, and the closing date is 18 November 2026. Quantities, delivery locations, pricing schedules and detailed SHEQ requirements are contained in the supporting documents and should be reviewed in full before bidding. Interested parties should confirm all requirements directly with NECSA through the official eTenders channel.
Licensed chemical manufacturers, importers, and distributors of anhydrous hydrogen fluoride or equivalent fluorine-based chemicals, particularly those able to provide certified batch analysis against the specified impurity limits. Bidders should have proven capability to handle, store, package and transport hazardous substances in compliance with South African regulations (including dangerous goods and hazardous substances legislation), robust SHEQ management systems, appropriate insurance cover, a valid SARS tax clearance certificate, and the ability to meet NECSA's confidentiality and contract terms. Small and Black-owned suppliers may be eligible under preferential procurement rules, provided they can meet the technical and compliance requirements. Businesses without chemical handling licences or hazardous goods transport capability are unlikely to be suitable.
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