Event Management for National Active Ageing Programme.
Mr Tsoloane Matshaba
In plain English
Event management services for the National Active Ageing Programme in Bloemfontein are being procured. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The Free State Department of Social Development invites bids for event management services for the National Active Ageing Programme in Bloemfontein. The project runs from 29 October to 1 November 2026. Key deliverables include transporting participants from four districts, providing catering for 800 people, supplying branded clothing, managing site safety with 150 marshals, and performing site cleaning. The service provider must supply all necessary catering equipment and reliable transport vehicles. All services must be delivered according to strict quality and safety standards.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or SARS PIN
- Valid Health Certificate for catering services
- Membership with an event management professional body
- Minimum four years of relevant event management experience
- Minimum functionality score of 70 points
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Tsoloane Matshaba
Email: Tsoloane.Matshaba@fssocdev.gov.za
Phone: 051-409-0615
How to apply: Bids must be physically delivered to the Bid Box at the Main Entrance, Foyer, Civilia Building, 14 Mariam Makeba Street, Bloemfontein, 9300, before the closing time on 25 September 2026.
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