Cargo Clearance for Gough Island 2026 Voyage
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
In plain English
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is procuring services for customs clearing, forwarding, stevedoring, and loading/off-loading for the Gough Island 2026 relief voyage. Bidders must have a SARS clearing agent license and be registered on the CSD.
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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment requires a service provider for customs clearing, forwarding, and stevedoring for the Gough Island 2026 relief voyage. The work involves managing cargo logistics for the SA Agulhas II, including clearing export and return cargo, providing forklifts, and managing loading and off-loading operations. The project takes place in South Africa, with the voyage scheduled for September to October 2026. Key deliverables include customs clearance, provision of stevedoring staff, and equipment hire. The contract requires the successful bidder to manage hazardous goods permits and all necessary port documentation.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Import/export licence — A SARS importer's/exporter's code for cross-border goods.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must hold valid SARS Clearing Agent License (Section 64B)
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid SARS Tax Status Pin or CSD report
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Joint Ventures must provide a consolidated B-BBEE certificate
Contact & how to apply
Name: Andiswa Charlie
Email: acharlie@environment.gov.za
Phone: 021-493-7149
How to apply: Submit your quotation via email to Andiswa Charlie at RFQCT@dffe.gov.za. Ensure the submission is on company letterhead and includes banking details, your CSD MAAA number, item descriptions, and the validity period.
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