The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture invites qualified suppliers to submit bids for the supply and delivery of poultry feed under tender reference SCMU8-26/27-0077. This strategic procurement supports the Ilima Lokulima Programme across three local municipalities in the Joe Gqabi District, promoting agricultural development and food security in rural communities.
Tender Overview and Programme Context
This open-tender opportunity covers the supply of production inputs specifically poultry feed including laying mash, broiler starter, and broiler finisher in 40kg or 50kg bags. The contract supports smallholder farmers and emerging agricultural enterprises through the provincial Ilima Lokulima initiative.
Scope of Supply and Delivery Requirements
- Supply of quality-assured poultry feed meeting specified nutritional standards
- Delivery to designated points in Aliwal North, Sterkspruit, and Maclear
- Weekday deliveries only between 08:00 and 16:30
- Service providers must supply labour for offloading and packing
- All products must display ingredients list and expiry date
Project Specification
Bidders must quote on the following items (40kg bags) with firm prices valid for 90 days:
- Senqu Local Municipality: 577 x Laying Mash
- Elundini Local Municipality: 994 x Broiler Starter Crumbs & 994 x Broiler Grower Pellets
- Walter Sisulu Local Municipality: 48 x Laying Mash, 189 x Crushed Yellow Maize, 93 x Broiler Grower Pellets, and 93 x Broiler Finisher
Delivery locations:
- Old Agriculture Building, Aliwal North (6km from town) – Contact: Ms. Kontsiwe (060 556 1082)
- Farmer Support Centre, Sterkspruit (3km from town) – Contact: Mr Baba (083 570 4608)
- Sondernaam Farm, Maclear (5km from town) – Contact: Ms N Dyubele (083 393 0578)
Submission Guidelines and Compliance
Bidders must submit firm prices only; variable pricing will not be considered. Proposals must remain valid for 90 days from closing date. Mandatory documentation includes Central Supplier Database registration, tax compliance status, and completed SBD forms. Electronic, telegraphic, or facsimile bids will not be accepted.
Evaluation Framework
Tenders will be assessed using the 80/20 preference point system under the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act. Price accounts for 80 points; specific goals including B-BBEE status and local enterprise promotion contribute 20 points.
Key Dates and Contact Information
- Published: Friday, 22 May 2026
- Closing: Monday, 22 June 2026 at 11:00
- Briefing Session: None scheduled
- Delivery Locations: Joe Gqabi District local municipalities
- Enquiries: Onezwa Bedeni | onezwa.bedeni@ecagriculture.gov.za | 083-262-0268
Related opportunity: Cape Winelands District Municipality Tools and Equipment Tender
Document Access and Submission
Download the complete tender specification via the National Treasury eTender Portal: SCMU8-26/27-0077 Tender Document
Submit sealed bids to the Department of Agriculture Supply Chain Management offices, Wing 1, Ground Floor, Themba Kojana Office Park, Somerset Street, Aliwal North, 9750. Late submissions will not be considered.
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