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Provision of Catering Services for NTCSA East Grid.

Eskom

In plain English

The National Transmission Company South Africa SOC Ltd is seeking bids for the provision of catering services for the NTCSA-East Grid for a period of 3 years. Bidders must submit tenders electronically and ensure compliance with required returnable documents.

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Closing date
3 August 2026
Location
1 LANGFORD STREET-WESTVILLE-DURBAN-3610
Estimated value
R 15 000 000
Published
2 July 2026
Tender no.
E1468NTCSAKZNR

Description

The National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) is inviting tenders for the provision of catering services for the East Grid, covering Pinetown, Empangeni, Newcastle, and Ladysmith. This is a 3-year term service contract (NEC3) issued by the NTCSA. The work involves preparing and delivering meals on an 'as and when required' basis for approximately 400 staff members daily. Key deliverables include a menu approved by a dietitian, adherence to food hygiene standards (HACCP), and the submission of a Contract Quality Plan. Contractors must also meet specific Supplier Development and Localisation (SDL&I) targets, including local procurement and bursary contributions. The tender requires a minimum technical threshold of 80% for evaluation.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registrationRegistration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • Tax clearanceA valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
  • B-BBEE certificateA B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
  • Letter of Good StandingCOID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
  • Other registrationAn industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).

Full requirements

  • Valid CSD registration
  • Valid SARS tax clearance certificate
  • Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
  • COIDA Letter of Good Standing
  • Audited financial statements for the previous 18 months
  • Certificate of Acceptability for food premises (R638)
  • ISO 9001 QMS certification
  • ISO 14001 EMS certification or equivalent
  • Baseline SHE Risk Assessment and OHS policy
  • Qualified Food Hygienist, Dietitian, and Environmental Officer
  • Membership with an accredited hospitality body

Contact & how to apply

Name: Lindokuhle Chonco

Email: choncolg@ntcsa.co.za

Phone: 016-457-5541

How to apply: Tenders must be submitted electronically via the NTCSA E-tendering site. Documents must be uploaded into the designated Technical, Commercial, and Financial folders. Files must be in PDF or Excel format, with a maximum size of 50MB per file and 900MB total.

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