Supply and delivery of fish feed for DFFE/MLRF.
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
In plain English
The Marine Living Resources Fund is seeking a service provider to supply and deliver fish feed. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and their tax matters must be in order.
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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) / Marine Living Resources Fund (MLRF) invites bids for the supply and delivery of 13.95 tons of fish feed. The feed includes specific types for Tilapia, Carp, and Catfish. Deliveries must be made to the Aquaculture Technology Demonstration Centre in Gariepdam, Free State. The contract will last for one year, with deliveries occurring in two shipments upon request. Bidders must be established feed manufacturers or have a formal partnership with one to qualify. The closing date for this tender is 26 June 2026.
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
- Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must possess valid Tax Compliance Status
- Must provide proof of manufacturing capability or formal manufacturer partnership
Contact & how to apply
Name: Nsovo Nyalungu
Email: NNyalungu@dffe.gov.za
Phone: 071 749 5715
How to apply: Submit a written quotation on company letterhead, including both a technical and pricing proposal with a table of contents, via email to MLRFQUOTATIONS@dffe.gov.za.
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