CLEARANCE OF CARGO FOR SANAEClosed

Overview

RFQ for Customs clearance, forwarding, stevedoring and loading/off-loading services for SANAE 2026/2027 Antarctic relief voyage (Marion Island). Bidders should have a SARS clearing-agent license, cargo-handling/logistics capability, and be able to provide on-time quotations with BB-BEE documentation, a CSD/MAAA number, and full tax/compliance suitability for South African public sector work. (Source: DFFEQ RFQ 236 CARGO CLEARANCE FOR SANAE 2026.pdf)

Requirements

• SARS clearing agent license (section 64B) with full details
• Proof of establishment/base of operations (e.g., municipality bill)
• Complete and sign SBD 4 and SBD 6.1 forms
• CSD registration report or MAAA number
• Tax/compliance: VAT registration status and SARS compliance
• Ability to claim preferential points: BB-BEE certificate or sworn affidavit; owned by historically disadvantaged groups
• Quotation validity and delivery terms as specified in the RFQ (quotations deemed valid for ~90 days; prices firm unless any exceptions)

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 26 October 2026 at 11:00 (RFQCT@dffe.gov.za) (source: RFQ metadata and attached RFQ document)
• Submission method: email to RFQCT@dffe.gov.za; quotations must be on company letterhead with banking details and VAT where applicable (see note in RFQ)
• Documents to complete/submit: SBD 4 and SBD 6.1; pricing on letterhead; include CSD/MAAA number; SARS clearing agent license; base of operations proof
• Required registrations/pre-qualifications: CSD/MAAA number; tax/VAT compliance; BB-BEE documentation
• Briefing session: briefing address given as East Pier Shed, East Pier Road, Waterfront, Cape Town; date not specified in the excerpt; note that a briefing location is listed
• Where to obtain bid documents: RFQ.doc included in the attached file; document filename (DFFEQ RFQ 236 CARGO CLEARANCE 2026.pdf); queries to Andiswa Charlie (RFQCT@dffe.gov.za / 021-493-7149)