Catering Services for Department Event in Free State.
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
In plain English
Catering services for 100 people at Meloding Multipurpose Centre, Virginia. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and have a valid food and health certificate.
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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment is seeking a service provider for catering services. The project involves providing meals and beverages for 100 delegates at the Meloding Multipurpose Centre in Virginia, Free State. Key deliverables include breakfast, lunch, and drinks, along with the provision of serving equipment, cutlery, and crockery. The service provider must ensure high hygiene standards, provide uniformed staff, and manage all waste removal. The delivery is scheduled for 06 August 2026. The tender is issued under RFQ number 95 AM (26/27).
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid food and health certificate
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide proof of tax compliance
- Must provide B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Must provide CIPC ownership documentation
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM official
Email: rfqenquiries@dffe.gov.za
Phone: 012-399-9059
How to apply: Submit a formal quotation on your company letterhead via email to Quotations@dffe.gov.za. You must include the RFQ number 95 AM (26/27) in the email subject line.
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