The Western Cape Department of Agriculture invites qualified service providers to submit bids for the supply, delivery, and off-loading of perishable and non-perishable food products. This strategic procurement initiative aims to ensure a reliable, high-quality food supply for the Elsenburg Hostel, supporting the department’s operational and educational mandates.
Scope of Supply
The successful bidder will be appointed for an initial period of two years, with an option to extend the contract for a further one year. The comprehensive scope covers the delivery of essential provisions, including:
- Fresh Fruit and Vegetables
- Meat and Poultry Products
- Dairy Products
- Bread and Bakery Products
- Frozen Foods
- Non-Perishable Groceries
Key Dates and Deadlines
- Date Published: Monday, 7 September 2026
- Closing Date: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 11:00
- Briefing Session: None scheduled
Mandatory Requirements
To be considered responsive, bidders must meet strict localization and experience criteria. Mandatory submissions include:
- At least two contactable references from current or previous clients for contracts of a similar nature, scope, and value.
- Verifiable proof of address for physical or operational offices situated within a 100 km radius of Elsenburg (Stellenbosch).
Mandatory Documents
- WCBD 1 (Invitation to Bid)
- WCBD 3 (Pricing Schedule)
- WCBD 4 (Declaration of Interests)
- WCBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form)
- Proof of CSD registration (Central Supplier Database)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (if claiming preference points)
- Valid Certificate of Acceptability (CoA) for premises and transport
- At least two contactable references from current or previous clients for contracts of a similar nature
- Proof of physical/operational address within a 100 km radius of Elsenburg (Stellenbosch)
- Proof of authority to sign the bid documentation
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Submission Guidelines
Bidders must ensure their proposals reach the Department well in advance of the closing time. The designated bid box is located at the Security Gate, Muldersvlei Road, Elsenburg, and is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Department maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy for late submissions, which will not be considered under any circumstances.
Download Tender Documents
For technical or procedural enquiries, contact Davita Prinsloo at 021-808-5442 or davita.prinsloo@westerncape.gov.za. Prospective bidders can download the complete tender documentation directly from the official eTender portal:
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