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 5 years. Eligibility requirements are not specified in the provided text.
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The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) and the Marine Living Resources Fund (MLRF) are seeking a service provider to manage their fleet of fisheries protection and research vessels. This project will take place in South Africa over a five-year period. The main goal is to ensure the effective operation and maintenance of these specialized vessels. The service provider must deliver regular progress reports and meet specific performance targets to receive payment. All work must align with the department's project plan and scope.
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 licenses
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms Pamela Mtintelwa & Ms Ncumisa Matiwane
Email: MLRFTENDERS@DFFE.GOV.ZA
Phone: 066 471 1471 /073 164 6415
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