Catering Services for Thekolohelong Old Age Home.
Mr Tsoloane Matshaba
In plain English
The Free State Department of Social Development is procuring catering and related services for Thekoloholong Old Age Home for three years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The Free State Department of Social Development invites bids for the provision of catering services at Thekolohelong Old Age Home. The successful service provider will manage meal preparation and service for residents and staff over a three-year period, with a potential 12-month extension. Key responsibilities include preparing specialized nutritional meals, such as diabetic, low-cholesterol, and puree diets, as well as providing snacks and food parcels. The provider must supply all necessary catering staff and uniforms, and ensure a registered dietician is available for consultation. All services must follow strict menu and portion guidelines provided by the department.
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 SARS Tax Compliance PIN
- Valid HPCSA registration for a dietician
- Proof of financial capacity
- Proof of business locality
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Tsoloane Matshaba
Email: Tsoloane.Matshaba@fssocdev.gov.za
Phone: 051-409-0615
How to apply: Submit a sealed bid document clearly marked with bid number FSDSD (T) 010/2026 to the Bid Box at the Main Entrance, Foyer, Civilia Building, 14 Mariam Makeba Street, Bloemfontein, 9300, by 02 November 2026 at 11:00 AM.