Event Management for 2026 Reed Dance.
Mawonga Mazibuko
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
3 August 2026 at 10:00 · eMachobeni Royal iNgwavuma eMashobeni Royal uPhongolo
In plain English
The Department of Sport, Arts & Culture is procuring event management services for the 2026 Reed Dance. Suitable and capable service providers registered on the Central Suppliers Database can bid.
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The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Sport, Arts & Culture invites bids for event management services for the 2026 Reed Dance (Umkhosi Womhlanga). The project covers two locations: eMachobeni Royal Palace and eMashobeni Royal Palace. Key deliverables include the setup of marquees, stages, and sound systems, catering for guests and maidens, security services, and emergency medical support. The contract period runs from 03 to 13 September 2026. Bidders must demonstrate extensive experience in large-scale event management, with the project leader requiring at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- 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)
- Must attend compulsory briefing session with signed proof
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN or certificate
- Must achieve minimum 70% score on functionality criteria
- Valid Letter of Good Standing (COID)
- Valid PSIRA registration for security services
- Structural and electrical compliance certifications for event infrastructure
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mawonga Mazibuko
Email: Mawonga.Mazibuko@kzndsac.gov.za
Phone: 078-708-5953
How to apply: Proposals must be hand-delivered to the KZN Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, Heritage House, 222 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3201. Bids must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the bid number, closing date, and bidder details.
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