Venue and décor management for SAFTAs20 in 2027.
Akhona
In plain English
The National Film and Video Foundation is seeking a venue service provider to manage and implement all event venue and décor elements for the 20th South African Film and Television Awards in 2027. Bidders must submit a B-BBEE certificate and proof of CSD registration.
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The National Film and Video Foundation is seeking a service provider to manage venue and décor requirements for the 20th Annual South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs20). The event will take place in Gauteng on 26 and 27 March 2027, requiring a venue capable of hosting 3,000 guests. The successful bidder will oversee a nine-day project including setup, event execution, and breakdown. Key deliverables include venue procurement, red carpet installation, catering for guests and crew, technical support, and logistics management. The project requires extensive event management experience and the ability to coordinate high-profile guest arrangements.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- VAT registration — A registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
Full requirements
- Valid tax clearance or CSD tax compliance status
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- VAT registration certificate
- Minimum 5 years of relevant industry experience
- 5 contactable references for large-scale events
- Team leader with a diploma in a relevant discipline
Contact & how to apply
Name: Akhona
Email: nfvftenders@nfvf.co.za
Phone: 011-483-0880
How to apply: Bids must be submitted using a two-envelope system (Technical and Financial) containing one original document and one copy on a USB. Submissions must be placed in the bid box located at 87 Central Street, Houghton, Johannesburg, by 11:00 on 13 October 2026.
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