# APPOINTMENT OF SERVICE PROVIDER TO FACILITATE A MARKET LINK GROWTH PROGRAMME FOR TWENTY (20) MSMEs FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS OVER A PERIOD OF SIX (6) MONTHS

> This tender closed on 2026-10-20.

- **Reference:** Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027
- **Issuer:** [Kwazulu Natal - Economic Development, Tourism and Environ Affairs](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/kwazulu-natal-economic-development-tourism-and-environ-affairs.md)
- **Region:** KwaZulu-Natal
- **Type:** Request for quotation
- **Published:** 2026-10-05
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-20 17:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Professional, scientific, technical](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/M.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**This invitation seeks a service provider to facilitate a Market Link Growth Programme for twenty MSMEs for the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (EDTEA) over six months.** Bidders should have expertise in market access/linkage, MSME development, trade facilitation, and project-based consulting, and must meet statutory procurement requirements (CSD registration, SARS tax compliance, etc.). The compulsory briefing and submission mechanics are outlined in the attached bid documents (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).

#### Requirements
- Central Suppliers Database (CSD) registration and number; otherwise provide SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN (each party in a consortium must have its own) (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- SARS Tax compliance: provide PIN/TCS or CSD number; no bids from state employees or their close associates (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Complete returnable documentation: SBD 1, SBD 3, SBD 4, Section I (Preference Points), Section J (Briefing/Certificate), Annex A TOR, Annex B/C/D as applicable (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Preference points: 80/20 system (price vs. specific goals) with 20 points for specific goals (where applicable) (SBD 6.1) (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Mandatory briefing session attendance (compulsory) (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Written contract required if successful (SBD 7) and adherence to Treasury Regulations 16A and KwaZulu-Natal SCM Policy Framework (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Pricing must cover all phases, man-days, and travel, with firm rates for the contract period; pricing valid for the bid period (60 days) (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).

#### How to Apply
- Official briefing: 14 October 2026, 10:00, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, EDTEA Head Office, Pietermaritzburg (Boardroom) (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Closing date/time: 20 October 2026 at 15:00; documents must be deposited in the Bid Box on Ground Floor, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg, and bidders must sign the submission register (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Submission method: hard copy submissions only (no post/electronic submissions) as per bid instructions; ensure couriers are aware of submission requirements (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Documents to submit (examples): SBD 1, SBD 3, SBD 4, Section I (Preference Points), Section J ( briefing certificate), Section N (Authority to Sign), Section L/M (Contract Conditions), Annexure A TOR, Annexure B/C/D (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Where to obtain documents: the detail appears in the EDTEA quotation package (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Contacts for queries: bids@kznedtea.gov.za; Admin Office 033-264-2579/2862 (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).  
- Note: If not attached, refer to the EDTEA bid documents package for full requirements (Q28 EDTEA 2026/2027).

## Description

APPOINTMENT OF SERVICE PROVIDER TO FACILITATE A MARKET LINK GROWTH PROGRAMME FOR TWENTY (20) MSMEs FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS OVER A PERIOD OF SIX (6) MONTHS

APPOINTMENT OF SERVICE PROVIDER TO FACILITATE A MARKET LINK GROWTH PROGRAMME FOR TWENTY (20) MSMEs FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM AND ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS OVER A PERIOD OF SIX (6) MONTHS

Conditions: N/A Briefing Venue: 270 JABU NDLOVU STREET, EDTEA HEAD OFFICE PIETERMARITZBURG, 141 BOARDROOM, 1st FLOOR

## Documents

- Q 28 EDTEA 26-27.pdf..pdf
- Q 28 EDTEA 26-27.pdf

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