Tender Title: New Government Catering Contract in Free State – Opportunity for Black-Owned Businesses
Tender Number: FSG/2025/003
Department: Department of Education
Closing Date: September 25, 2025
Location: Free State, South Africa
Category: Catering Services
Description: The Department of Education in Free State is seeking Black-owned SMEs to provide catering services for school events and functions across the province. The contract prioritizes B-BBEE Level 1-2 suppliers to promote economic empowerment and local entrepreneurship. Deliveries are expected to commence in November 2025 and continue throughout the academic year.
Contact Email: procurement@educationfs.gov.za
Apply URL: https://www.etenders.gov.za/tenders/FSG/2025/003

Instructions: This tender offers a new catering opportunity specifically in the Free State province for Black-owned businesses, targeting the education sector. The focus is on providing catering services for school-related events and functions, emphasizing economic empowerment and B-BBEE compliance. The title clearly indicates the nature of the contract and the target audience, avoiding repetitive themes like school uniform tenders. The department and location are distinct from the example provided, ensuring uniqueness in the dataset.