Feasibility Study for Marula Fruit Beneficiation.
Sekhukhune District Municipality
In plain English
The Sekhukhune District Municipality is seeking a professional service provider to develop a feasibility study on the beneficiation of marula fruit. Eligible bidders must ensure compliance with tax obligations and be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Always check the official documentDescription
The Sekhukhune District Municipality invites professional service providers to conduct a feasibility study on the beneficiation of Marula fruit. The project involves assessing resource availability, market opportunities, and technical requirements for products like cosmetics and food. Key deliverables include an inception report, a situational analysis, a draft feasibility study, prototype development, and a final roadmap for industrial-scale development. The work will take place within the Sekhukhune District. Bidders must demonstrate expertise in agricultural sciences, agro-processing, or related fields. The project requires a comprehensive methodology and stakeholder engagement to support future investment recommendations.
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
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS PIN
- Proof of CSD registration
- Certified professional academic qualifications
- Proof of previous similar experience
- CVs of key personnel with references
Contact & how to apply
Name: Cleopas Nchabeleng
Email: nchabelengc@sekhukhune.gov.za
Phone: 013-262-7418
How to apply: Submit physical proposals into the bid box at the AB Sikhosana Fire Station, Sekhukhune District Municipality (next to Groblersdal WTW). Proposals must be clearly marked with the project name. Late, faxed, or emailed submissions will not be accepted.
Related tenders
Feasibility Study for Sekhukhune Flea Market Facility.
The Sekhukhune District Municipality seeks a professional service provider to conduct a feasibility study for a new flea market facility in Jane Furse. The project supports local craft and clothing traders and involves assessing market demand, analyzing economic risks, surveying local cooperatives, and determining management structures. Deliverables include an inception report, status quo analysis, stakeholder engagement report, and final feasibility study within three months. Completion is required by 17 November 2026.
RFI for Difficult-Terrain Forestry Clearfell Operations
SAFCOL seeks information for future forestry clearfell operations on difficult terrain, focusing on service providers and equipment for slopes of 30% and above across 15 plantations in Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal. Deliverables include technical data on equipment, productivity metrics, and cost estimates. This is a market research exercise, not a formal tender.
RFI for Forestry Thinning Solutions.
SAFCOL seeks information on forestry thinning solutions for plantations in Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal, focusing on technologies, equipment, and methodologies to enhance safety and productivity across various terrains. Submissions should include equipment capabilities, production metrics, and pricing models. This is a market research exercise, not a contract award, with a submission deadline of 06 November 2026.
Provision of Sanitation and Water Facilities in Limpopo.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) seeks a Professional Service Provider to manage the construction of new sanitation and water facilities in Limpopo Province, Cluster 8. The project includes the construction of toilets, borehole drilling, and installation of water tanks, covering the full lifecycle from initiation to close-out. Key deliverables include design, site supervision, and contract administration, requiring a multidisciplinary team of registered professionals. A compulsory online briefing session is on 19 October 2026, with bid submissions due by 02 November 2026.
Development of Precinct Plan for Postmasburg CBD.
The Department of Land Reform and Rural Development seeks a service provider or consortium to develop a detailed precinct plan for the Postmasburg Industrial Precinct in the Northern Cape. Covering approximately 321.86 hectares, the project aims to enhance industrial spatial structure, integrate logistics, and unlock land for economic growth. Over 16 months, the provider will deliver phases including status quo analysis, spatial proposals, and an implementation framework. Deliverables include GIS data, story maps, and a final precinct plan, focusing on sectors like manufacturing, agro-processing, and renewable energy. The tender closes on 06 November 2026 at 11:00.
Panel of Service Providers for Training Services.
Ba-Phalaborwa Municipality seeks consulting service providers for a three-year contract covering built environment, socio-economic, project management, and transactional advisory services. Work will be within the municipality area. A compulsory briefing session is on 23 October 2026, and submissions close on 6 November 2026. Proposals require a 70% functionality threshold, focusing on company experience and key personnel qualifications.