The Marine Living Resources Fund (MLRF), a Schedule 3A public entity under the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), invites qualified service providers to submit quotations for the supply and delivery of protective clothing. This Request for Quotation (RFQ0001222) supports the Fisheries Management branch, ensuring that operational staff are equipped with essential safety wear for their duties in the Western Cape.
Tender Overview
This once-off procurement targets the supply of high-quality protective clothing tailored for the DFFE’s Fisheries Management operations. The successful bidder will be responsible for sourcing compliant safety wear and delivering it directly to the MLRF offices at the Foretrust Building in Cape Town.
RFQ Scope & Required Protective Clothing Items
The successful service provider will supply specific PPE items for DFFE/MLRF personnel. Required items include:
- Gum Boots & Safety Boots (Steel Tip, sizes 9 and 10)
- Overall Tops (XXXL) and Pants (sizes 40 & 42)
- Freezer Jacket & Windbreaker Jacket (XXXL)
- Bulletproof Vests (XXXL)
- Golfer Sweater (XXL & XXXL)
- Heavy Duty Waterproof Gloves
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Prospective bidders must meet strict administrative criteria:
- Registration on the National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status with all tax matters in order
- Completion of all mandatory Standard Bidding Documents (SBD forms)
- Firm pricing in South African Rands, inclusive of VAT
Local Production and Content
The tender mandates 100% local production and content for the protective clothing. Bidders must ensure that all garments supplied are manufactured within South Africa, supporting local textile industries and complying with designated sector procurement regulations.
Submission Guidelines and Deadlines
- Published: Wednesday, 03 June 2026
- Closing Date: Wednesday, 10 June 2026 at 16:00
- Submission Method: Electronic submission only via email to MLRFQUOTATIONS@dffe.gov.za
- Note: No hand-delivered RFQ responses will be accepted
- Quotation Validity: 60 days from the closing date
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Contact Information and Enquiries
For technical or administrative queries, contact the designated SCM official:
- Contact Person: Nomlibo Fono-Ncedo
- Email: NFono@dffe.gov.za
- Telephone: 066-471-1235
Document Access and Downloads
Download the complete RFQ specification and pricing schedules via the National Treasury eTender Portal: RFQ0001222 Protective Clothing Tender Document
Submit your compliant quotation before the 10 June deadline to secure this vital public sector supply contract.
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