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Catering Services for Qumbu Child and Youth Care Centre.

Eastern Cape Department of Social Development

In plain English

The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development is procuring catering services for the Qumbu Child and Youth Care Centre for three years. Bidders must commit to sourcing goods from local manufacturers within the Eastern Cape and employ 50% of staff from the local ward.

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Closing date
13 October 2026
Location
Qumbu Child and Youth Care Centre, ERF 1645 and 1646 -Extension 6, Qumbu-Qumbu-5601
Estimated value
R 2 500 000
Published
14 September 2026
Tender no.
SCMU4-26-27-0009

Description

The Eastern Cape Department of Social Development is seeking a service provider for catering services at the Qumbu Child and Youth Care Centre in the OR Tambo District. The successful bidder will be appointed for a three-year contract period. The primary objective is to ensure consistent and high-quality meal provision for the youth residing at the facility.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registrationRegistration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • B-BBEE certificateA B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.

Full requirements

  • Source at least 50% of goods and services from Eastern Cape SMMEs.
  • Hire at least 50% of contract staff from the local ward.

Contact & how to apply

Name: Veliswa Matha

Email: veliswa.matha@ecdsd.gov.za

Phone: 064-608-2853

Download tender documents

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