# APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE CATERING FOR THE UPCOMING IDFC WOMEN’S DAY EVENT

> This tender closed on 2026-08-27.

- **Reference:** RFQ393/65033/2026
- **Issuer:** [Ithala Development Finance Corporation](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/ithala-development-finance-corporation.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Closing date:** 2026-08-27 11:00 SAST

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of catering services (including basic décor) for the IDFC Women’s Day event** by Ithala Development Finance Corporation. Bidders should be catering service providers with relevant event-catering experience, capacity to serve ~200 people, and ability to supply halal options. Submissions are via bid box or email.

#### Requirements
- CSD registration as a vendor and SARS tax compliance (PIN) or provide a CSD number if no PIN; separate TCS/PIN where a consortium/joint venture is involved.
- Submit SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest) and SBD 1 (Invitation to bid with resolution). If awarded, sign SBD 7 (contract form).
- Tax clearance/tax compliance requirements apply; CSD status verified prior to award.
- Evaluation uses two stages: Administrative Compliance, then Price and Preference (80/20). 
- Preference points: 80/20 system with 20 total for Specific Goals: ≥51% Black Ownership, ≥51% Women Ownership, ≥51% Youth Ownership, ≥51% People living with disability Ownership (5 points each).
- The contract will be governed by an SLA; Ithala’s terms are not negotiable.
- Sourcing must avoid conflicts of interest; non-compliance may disqualify.

#### How to Apply
- Closing Date/Time: 27 August 2026 11:00 (RFQ 393/65033/2026) (see attached document).
- Submission methods: Hand delivery to Ithala Trade Centre, 29 Canal Quay Road, Point Durban (insert into the Bid Box) OR Email to quotes@ithala.co.za.
- Documents to submit: Official forms (SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1), Pricing Schedule (attached in the RFQ), and information for CSD/SARS as required.
- Pre-qualifications: CSD registration and SARS PIN; separate TCS/CSd details for consortia; provide tax clearance status.
- Queries: SCM Enquiries Mlungisi Dlamini (031 907 8718) or Technical Enquiries Andile Mabaso (031 907 8968).

## Description

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE CATERING FOR THE UPCOMING IDFC WOMEN’S DAY EVENT

## Documents

- RFQ393-65033-2026-APPOINTMENT-OF-A-SERVICE-PROVIDER-TO-PROVIDE-CATERING-FOR-THE-UPCOMING-IDFC-WOMENS-DAY-EVENT.pdf

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## Published on

- [Ithala Development Finance Corporation](https://ithala.co.za)

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