Catering Services for Matete Matches Secure Care Centre.
Mr Tsoloane Matshaba
In plain English
The Free State Department of Social Development is procuring catering and related services for Matete Matches Secure Care Centre for three years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The Free State Department of Social Development invites bids for catering and related services at the Matete Matches Secure Care Centre. The successful service provider will be responsible for preparing and supplying daily meals, including specialized therapeutic diets, for a period of three years. Key deliverables include creating menu cycles, ensuring nutritional standards are met using the Food Fundi program, and managing food preparation according to strict dietary requirements. The work will take place in Bloemfontein. The contract includes an option to extend for an additional 12 months. Bidders must demonstrate relevant catering experience and provide evidence of financial capacity to manage the project. Prices must be all-inclusive, and the department will review price adjustments annually after the first year of the contract.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid HPCSA registration for a Dietician
- Proof of financial capacity
- Proof of business locality
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Tsoloane Matshaba
Email: Tsoloane.Matshaba@fssocdev.gov.za
Phone: 051-409-0615
How to apply: Bids must be submitted in a sealed, clearly marked envelope to the Bid Box located at the Main Entrance Foyer, Civilia Building, 14 Mariam Makeba Street, Bloemfontein, 9300, by 11:00 AM on 04 November 2026.