The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ2026-011-011) for the appointment of a suitably qualified catering service provider. This targeted procurement initiative aims to secure professional hospitality services for the NLC’s Fraud Awareness Campaign 2026, to be hosted at the Northern Cape regional office in Kimberley. The opportunity is time-sensitive, with submissions closing imminently.
Scope of Services
The successful service provider will be responsible for delivering high-quality catering services tailored to the specific requirements of the Fraud Awareness Campaign event. Key operational deliverables include:
- Provision of catering services for the designated number of delegates attending the campaign event.
- Ensuring all food and beverage offerings meet strict health, safety, and hygiene standards.
- Timely setup, service, and breakdown of catering operations at the NLC Northern Cape office.
- Adherence to all logistical and dietary requirements as specified in the official RFQ documentation.
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 fully completed and signed Standard Bidding Document 4 (SBD 4: Bidder’s Disclosure).
- A valid, certified copy of a local municipality certificate of acceptability for food premises within the Northern Cape Province.
- All required documents must be combined into a single submission file as per the special conditions of the RFQ.
Evaluation Criteria
Quotations will be evaluated in strict accordance with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and the Preferential Procurement Regulations of 2022. The adjudication process utilizes the 80/20 preference point system:
- 80 points are allocated for price competitiveness.
- 20 points are awarded for specific transformation goals, including B-BBEE status level contribution.
Bids will first be screened for administrative compliance and functionality before advancing to the price and preference evaluation stage.
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Submission Guidelines
There will be no briefing session for this procurement. Bidders must note a critical submission condition: all proposals must be submitted exclusively via the National Treasury e-Tender Portal. Physical, faxed, or emailed submissions will not be accepted.
Bidders are required to combine all necessary documents into a single file before uploading. The strict closing time is 11:00 on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. Late submissions will be automatically rejected. For technical or procedural enquiries, contact Lucky Lesufi at 012-432-1308 or lucky@nlcsa.org.za.
Document Downloads
Prospective bidders can access the complete RFQ documentation and submit their proposals via the official portals:
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