Production Services for KWANDE FEST 2027.
SCM
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
4 September 2026 at 10:00 · 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, LED Boardroom
In plain English
A production company/service provider is needed to capture imagery and manage production activities for KwandE Fest 2027 for six months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) is seeking a production company to manage creative industry activities for KWANDE FEST 2027. The project will take place in Pietermaritzburg over a six-month period. Key deliverables include event production, content creation, graphic design, digital media management, and comprehensive project reporting. The service provider will be responsible for managing social media platforms, creating promotional artwork, and capturing video and photographic content. The project requires a skilled team, including a project leader, an assistant production manager, and a videographer/photographer, all of whom must meet specific educational and experience criteria.
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.
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Attend compulsory briefing session with signed and stamped certificate
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Minimum functionality score of 80% required
- Provide proof of experience via reference letters, purchase orders, or award letters
- Certified copies of qualifications for all key personnel
- Signed Statement of Exclusivity and Availability for key experts
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM
Email: Bids@kznedtea.gov.za
Phone: 033-264-2731
How to apply: Bids must be delivered in a sealed envelope to the Ground Floor Foyer, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg. Bidders must sign the official submission register at the reception upon delivery.
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