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Management of Fisheries Protection and Research Vessels

Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

In plain English

The Department is seeking a service provider to manage its fleet of fisheries protection and research vessels for five years. Eligibility requirements are not specified in the provided text.

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Closing date
28 October 2026
Location
Martin Hammerschlag Way-Foreshore-Cape Town -8001
Estimated value
R 150 000 000
Published
6 October 2026
Tender no.
MLRF227-27

Description

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) and the Marine Living Resources Fund (MLRF) invite bids for the management of their fleet of fisheries protection and research vessels. This project will take place in South Africa over a five-year period. The successful service provider will be responsible for the operational management of these vessels to ensure effective maritime research and protection. Payments will be processed within 30 days upon the submission of verified progress reports and substantiated claims.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
  • 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

  • Valid Tax Clearance Certificate
  • Proof of company registration
  • Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
  • Relevant maritime industry certifications and vessel management qualifications

Contact & how to apply

Name: Khulile Stemela

Email: kstemela@dffe.gov.za

Phone: 083-250-1682

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