Event Management Services for Taung Cultural Calabash.
Sammy Matane
In plain English
Event management services for the Annual Taung Cultural Calabash are being procured for three financial years. Bidders must submit proposals and meet functionality criteria; no specific registrations or eligibility criteria are stated.
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The Mmabana Arts, Culture and Sport Foundation is seeking a service provider to manage the annual Taung Cultural Calabash festival for three financial years. The work involves full event planning, including logistics, sound and lighting, artist management, security, catering, and marketing. The festival will take place in the North West province over three years, with events scheduled for 2026, 2027, and 2028. The service provider must manage various activities such as jazz festivals, fashion shows, and theatre productions, while ensuring high attendance and professional execution. Key deliverables include a detailed project plan, sponsorship management, and a post-event report submitted within 20 working days after each festival. The provider must also handle ticketing and ensure all infrastructure meets safety standards.
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
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN or CSD registration
- Active PSIRA registration for security services
- Public Liability Insurance coverage of at least R10 million
- Proven track record in event management and ticketing capacity
- Compliance with SASREA and applicable labor legislation
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sammy Matane
Email: sam@mmabana.org.za
Phone: 066-475-2685
How to apply: Submit two separate, clearly marked envelopes (one for the technical proposal and one for the priced budget) into the tender box at the Mmabana Mafikeng Regional Office, 101 Dr James Moroka Drive, Mmabatho, 2735.
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