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Free State Social Development Seeks Catering Service Provider

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The Free State Department of Social Development has issued an open tender (FSDSD (T) 018/2026) to appoint a qualified service provider for catering and related services at the Charlotte Maxeke Rehabilitation Centre. This strategic three-year contract aims to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality, nutritious, and specialized meals to residents, supporting the department’s mandate to provide dignified care and comprehensive social welfare services.

Scope of Catering Services

The successful service provider will be responsible for the comprehensive management of daily food services at the facility. Key deliverables include:

  • Preparation and serving of balanced meals tailored to specific dietary needs, including diabetic, bland, puree, low-cholesterol, and low-protein diets.
  • Strict adherence to national food safety, hygiene, and health regulations at all times.
  • Provision of all necessary catering staff, including a registered dietician, equipment, and consumables required for seamless daily operations.
  • Maintenance of a clean, sanitary, and safe kitchen and dining environment.

Mandatory Compliance Requirements

To be considered responsive, bidders must submit a complete and compliant documentation package. Essential submissions include:

  • A valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration report with an active MAAA status.
  • A current SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN.
  • A valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
  • Proof of a registered dietician’s valid HPCSA registration.
  • Verifiable references for similar institutional catering contracts.

Evaluation Criteria

Proposals will undergo a rigorous two-stage evaluation process. Bidders must first achieve a minimum functionality threshold to demonstrate operational capacity, relevant industry experience, and a sound methodology. Qualifying bids will then be adjudicated using the 80/20 preferential procurement system, allocating 80 points for price competitiveness and 20 points for specific transformation goals, such as B-BBEE contribution and local enterprise development.

Related opportunity: FSDSD Tender: Catering at Leratong Child and Youth Centre

Submission Guidelines

There will be no briefing session for this procurement. Completed bid documents must be placed in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the tender number (FSDSD (T) 018/2026) and the description “Catering Services at Charlotte Maxeke Rehabilitation Centre”. Envelopes must be deposited in the designated tender box at the Free State Department of Social Development, 14 Merriam-Makeba Street, Bloemfontein, 9301. The strict closing time is 11:00 on Wednesday, 04 November 2026. Late, faxed, or emailed submissions will not be accepted. For technical enquiries, contact Mr. Tsoloane Matshaba at 051-409-0615 or Tsoloane.Matshaba@fssocdev.gov.za.

Document Downloads

Prospective bidders can access the complete bid documentation free of charge via the official National Treasury eTender portal:

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