UNDP is the UN’s global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. We are on the ground in 166 countries, working with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges.

Tenders are invited from qualified and capable catering companies or entities to operate the cafeteria located within the UN House premises situated at UN Road, Maseru

We hereby solicit your bid for the provision of the following services:
A) Provide adequate food and meal service which shall include food/menu items and beverages.
B) Maintain the kitchen and cafeteria premises and all equipment and facilities therein in a consistent state of good order, cleanliness and hygiene.
C) Observe sanitary standards as will be stipulated in the terms of contract.
D) Be responsible for provision of tablecloths, flowers, crockery and cutlery.
E) Deposit an amount of M3, 000.00 from which expenses for damages to existing facilities will be deducted and the balance thereof be refunded at the end of the contract.
F) Pay a fixed amount of M1, 000.00 per month as contribution towards utility expenses i.e. electricity, water


2. This will be a two-year contract pending successful completion of three months probation period. Working days shall be Monday – Friday except on official holidays of the United Nations.

3. Please submit along with the bid your Company Registration, Tax Clearance Certificate, Company Profile and at least two business references

4. Interested Bidders may obtain further information at the following address:

Contact Person: Mr. Thapelo Kasane/Mr. Selatela Ramakatane
Name of Office: Common Services unit
Address: UNDP/UN House 3rd floor
Telephone & Fax: 22313790 &22310042
E-Mail: thapelo.kasane@undp.org
 
5. Bids must be delivered to the UN House at UN Road, latest on 07 August 2008 at 16:00hrs. Late bids shall be rejected.

6. Bids will be opened on 08 August 2008 at 10:00 am, in the presence of Bidders’ Representatives, who choose to attend

7. This letter is not to be construed in any way as an offer to contract with your firm.

The Bids should be addressed to:
Attention Common Services Assistant
UNDP/UN House 3rd floor
Box 301
Maseru 100
Lesotho