The Marine Living Resources Fund (MLRF), a Schedule 3A public entity within the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE), invites suitably qualified service providers to submit quotations for the supply and delivery of safety protective clothing.
MLRF Seeks Safety Protective Clothing Supplier
The MLRF requires a reliable supplier to provide safety protective clothing for inshore line fish operations in Cape Town or surrounding areas. Only suppliers within the Western Cape Province will be considered for this RFQ.
Scope of Work and Product Requirements
The successful bidder will be required to supply and deliver:
- Dark blue overalls in large and extra-large sizes
- Bova Chelsea safety boots, black, size 8
- Marine offshore waterproof sailing jackets (Musto BR2, Gill or Helly Hanson) in navy or black
- Maxiflex large gloves
- Triple-D high risk latex examination gloves in medium and large sizes (box of 100, powder free)
- Daiwa fishing quick-dry long sleeve button shirts, size large, black
- Assorted buffs and face masks, black, size large
Delivery must be made to the Foretrust Building, Martin Hammerschlag Way, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001, within 60 days of receiving the Purchase Order.
Mandatory Requirements for Bidders
Bidders must submit the following compulsory documents:
- Completed and signed Standard Bidding Documents (SBD 1, 2, 3.1/3.3, 4, 6.1)
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration or MAAA supplier number
- Certified copies of identity documents of directors and shareholders
- Entity registration certificate (CK1)
- Letter of Authority to sign documents on behalf of the company
Price and Preference Point Evaluation
The 80/20 preference point system will apply, with 80 points allocated for price and 20 points for specific goals. Preference points will be awarded for 51% Black ownership (8 points), 50% women ownership (4 points), youth ownership (4 points) and disability (4 points).
Key Submission Requirements
Bidders must note:
- Only firm prices will be accepted and must be inclusive of VAT
- The offer must remain valid for 60 days from the closing date
- The winning bidder must be registered on the MLRF Oracle ERP system within 7 days of receiving the registration form
- Payment will be made within 30 days after receipt of a valid tax invoice
- No hand-delivered RFQ responses will be accepted
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How to Submit Your Quotation
Submit your completed quotation via email to MLRFQUOTATIONS@dffe.gov.za before 29 September 2026 at 11:00. Late and incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Tender Documents:
Download the full RFQ document here
Enquiries:
Contact Person: Tumeka Ncobo
Email: tncobo@dffe.gov.za
Telephone: 066-471-1418
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