Sponsorship Tenders

The bid notice specifies that the conference implementation dates are 8-9 October 2026, with setup on 7 October 2026. The overall appointment of the event management service provider will run until the completion of all conference activities, including the submission of the final event report.

The bid notice states that Payment will be made based on an agreement between the SABFS and the successful bidder.

The bid notice outlines a two-phase evaluation process: Phase 1 involves technical evaluation based on technical approach, service provider experience, and qualifications of team members, with a minimum score of 70 points required. Phase 2 uses an 80/20 criteria for pricing and BB-BEE points.

The event management service provider must demonstrate proven experience in organizing large-scale conferences or international events, possess qualifications in project management, business management, or event management, have strong project management and logistical coordination capabilities, be able to manage events with international participants, have qualified staff and technical support teams available, and maintain good financial and administrative management practices.

All inquiries relating to the tender must be communicated in writing only by no later than 12h00 on the 31 March 2026.