CSIR Expressions of Interest (EoI)
1. Invitation for Expressions of Interest: AISI Technology Enhancement, Supplier Development, and Standards & Accreditation Support
For more information and to apply, please visit: https://aisi.csir.co.za/invitation-to-participate/
Closing Date for Applications: Friday, 20 March 2026
2. Call for Expression of Interest: Product and process development support to small, medium and micro enterprises
CSIR Biomanufacturing Industry Development Centre
Download this document [pdf] for more information
Closing date for submissions is 30 June 2025 at 16h30
3. Invitation for Expression of Interest: Complementary medicine derived from South Africa's indigenous plant species, S. Aethiopicus
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has rigorously investigated and conducted preclinical studies on the use of the South African indigenous plant species, Siphonochilus aethiopicus, commonly known as African ginger, in the treatment of allergic and respiratory diseases, including asthma. The CSIR has developed, optimised and patented the most effective extraction method for this plant material, enabling successful pilot-scale extractions. Additionally, the propagation programme, established in partnership with a CSIR collaborator, ensures a reliable and sustainable supply of plant material for commercialisation.
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Closing date for submissions is 30 June 2025 at 16h30
4. Call for proposal
Proposals for grant funding are hereby invited for the following two separate and independent elements within the RISP:
A. Regional Innovation Networking Platforms (RINPs)
RINPs are aimed at establishing networking platforms that bring together research, development, and innovation communities, technology SMMEs, industry, and government to foster innovation at regional (subnational) level.
B. Feasibility study or business plan support for innovation enabling mechanisms such as:
a. Science and Technology Parks, Techno Parks, Innovation Hubs, Tech Hubs or other similar concepts.
b. Other innovation enabling mechanisms and initiatives.
Download documents below for more information:
- Guidelines [pdf]
- FAQs [pdf]
- Form [docx]
Briefing session date is 29 May 2025
Closing date for submissions is 20 June 2025 at 16h30
5. CSIR/TIA/DSTI Call for Expressions of Interest
Accelerated implementation of biorefinery technologies: Open call
Download this document for more information and application form [docx]
Please email PDF versions of completed submission forms to vchunilall@csir.co.za
Closing date for applications: Open-ended
6. CSIR/TIA/DS: Call for Expressions of Interest
- Accelerated implementation of biorefinery technologies: Open call [pdf]
- Accelerated implementation of biorefinery technologies: Application [docx]
Closing date for submissions: Open ended
7. CSIR/TIA/DSI Industrial Biocatalysis HUB (IBH): Call for Expression of Interest (EoI)
- Product and process development support to Enterprises - Form [docx]
Closing date for submissions: Open-ended
8. Call for Expression of Interest: Boundary layer wind tunnel
The CSIR invites expressions of interest in its boundary layer wind tunnel.
Download document below for more information:
- Proposal guidelines [pdf]
Closing date for applications: Open-ended