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    NMM Seeks Catering Services for Liberation Heritage Indaba

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    Mthatha, Eastern Cape – The Nelson Mandela Museum (NMM) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ 21 OF 2026) for the provision of catering services for the Nelson Mandela Museum African Heritage Liberation Indaba. The event is scheduled to take place at the University of the Free State in Bloemfontein on 29 and 30 October 2026.

    Project Scope and Service Requirements

    The successful bidder will provide comprehensive catering services for 300 guests, including 100 VIPs, across two days:

    • Welcome Tea/Briefing Session (08:00): Freshly baked bran muffins, scones, queen cakes, assorted rainbow sandwiches, assorted instant coffee, teas including green tea, and sliced lemon for 100 VIPs and 200 guests
    • Lunch (13:00): Roasted chicken, beef stew, roasted potatoes, rice, samp with beans, vegetables, Greek salad, beetroot salad, and a drink station with assorted 100% fruit juice and soft mineral drinks
    • Serving Stations: Ten trestle tables, ten black tablecloths, chafing dishes (bain-maries), serving utensils, beverage dispensers, waste bins, and complete setup and removal

    All food must be freshly prepared on the day of the event and delivered at least one hour and thirty minutes before serving time. Hot meals must be maintained at safe serving temperatures, and cold items kept chilled.

    Health, Safety and Hygiene Requirements

    The service provider must comply with all applicable food safety, occupational health and safety, and environmental health legislation. A Certificate of Acceptability for food premises from the municipality is required for the current facility.

    No Briefing Session

    There will be no briefing session for this RFQ. All enquiries may be directed to Ms. Akhona Mashologu at 047 501 9504 or akhona@nelsonmandelamuseum.org.za.

    Submission Details

    Quotations must be submitted electronically to supplychain@nelsonmandelamuseum.org.za with the subject line clearly indicating the RFQ number and description. Faxed, hand-delivered, courier-delivered, or postal submissions will not be accepted. The closing date is Friday, 2 October 2026 at 12:00. Quotations must remain valid for 30 calendar days.

    Related opportunity: TIKZN Tender: Catering Services for Heritage Day Celebration

    Evaluation Criteria

    The 80/20 preference point system applies, with 80 points for price and 20 points for specific goals. Specific goals allocation includes 5 points for OR Tambo suppliers, 4 points for Eastern Cape suppliers, 4 points for Black African women-owned suppliers, 4 points for youth-owned suppliers, 3 points for people living with disabilities, and 4 points for SMMEs owned by people with disabilities.

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