The Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture has issued an open tender (SCMU8-26/27-0149) for the supply and delivery of animal feed. This strategic procurement supports the Ilima Lokulima projects, aiming to bolster agricultural development, job creation, and food security across multiple local municipalities within the Amathole District.
Scope of Supply and Delivery
The successful bidder will supply and deliver animal feed for poultry and piggery projects across the Amathole District. Key requirements include:
- Poultry feed including Broiler Starter (Phase 1), Broiler Finisher (Phase 2), Broiler Post Finisher (Phase 3), Broiler Grower, Laying Mash, Layer Finisher Crumbs, Crushed Maize, and Yellow Maize.
- Delivery to various DOA offices including Mdantsane, Zwelitsha, Great Kei, Peddie, Keiskammahoek, Willowvale, Dutywa, Elliottdale, and Butterworth.
- All goods must be delivered within 21 days of receiving the order.
- Delivery and off-loading costs must be included in the total bid price.
- Total bid price must be inclusive of all applicable taxes.
- Bidders must submit photographs with specifications or technical data sheets of the feed quoted.
- The Department reserves the right to assess and verify products prior to delivery.
Mandatory Documents Required
Bidders must submit several mandatory documents, including:
- Completed and signed SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid).
- Completed and signed SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure).
- Completed and signed SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form).
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN.
- CSD registration report.
- Company registration documents (CIPC).
- Certified ID copies of directors.
- Joint Venture Agreement (if applicable).
- Completed Certificate of Authority for Signatory.
- Schedule of Previous Work Carried Out by the Bidder.
- Proof of references for previous similar contracts completed satisfactorily.
- Supplier arrangement form (if the bidder is a general dealer).
- Valid B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit.
- Signed POPIA consent form.
- Completed pricing schedule with all items quoted.
- All forms must be completed in black ink. No correction fluid is allowed.
Evaluation and Preference Points
Proposals will be adjudicated using the 80/20 preference point system. Eighty points are allocated for price competitiveness, while twenty points are awarded for specific goals. These specific goals focus on promoting Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) and supporting local enterprise development within the province.
Submission Guidelines
There will be no briefing session for this procurement. Completed bid documents and all supporting documentation must be placed in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the project number and description. Envelopes must be delivered to the tender box at the DOA Building (Old BKB Building), Corner of Fitzpatrick Road and Panmure Place, Arcadia, East London. The strict closing time is 11:00 on Tuesday, 27 October 2026. Electronic, telegraphic, or facsimile bids will not be considered.
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Document Downloads and Enquiries
Prospective bidders can download the complete tender documentation free of charge from the official National Treasury eTenders Portal. For administrative enquiries, contact Ms D McGregor at 043 7068771 or debra.mcgregor@ecagriculture.gov.za. For technical enquiries, contact Ms Ngamile at 043 7068706 or Nolundi.ngamile@ecagriculture.gov.za.
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