Supply and Delivery of Crop Insurance for Soybean (300ha) – ARC Bethlehem Branch
- Tender Number: SGI012605RFQ00000037
- Department: Agricultural Research Council (ARC)
- Tender Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ)
- Location: Bethlehem
- Closing Date: 19 June 2026 at 12:00
Job/Tender Description
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) invites qualified insurance service providers to submit quotations for the supply and delivery of crop insurance coverage for soybean cultivation covering 300 hectares at the ARC Bethlehem Branch.
The successful bidder will provide comprehensive agricultural insurance services designed to protect soybean production against insured risks and ensure financial protection for the crop production programme.
Purpose of the Tender
To secure suitable crop insurance coverage for 300 hectares of soybean production at the ARC Bethlehem research facility, thereby mitigating agricultural production risks and protecting the institution’s investment in crop production.
Scope of Work
The appointed service provider will be responsible for:
- Providing crop insurance cover for soybean crops cultivated on 300 hectares.
- Delivering insurance services to the ARC Bethlehem Branch.
- Administering and managing the insurance policy throughout the coverage period.
- Providing clear warranty and policy coverage information.
- Ensuring compliance with all contractual and regulatory requirements.
- Supporting claims administration where applicable.
Key Requirements
Technical Requirements
- Crop insurance coverage for 300 hectares of soybean production.
- Provision of insurance services at the ARC Bethlehem Branch.
- Submission of policy terms, warranty details, and coverage conditions.
- Compliance with the specifications outlined in the RFQ documentation.
- Ability to deliver services according to the required schedule.
Experience Requirements
Bidders should demonstrate:
- Experience in agricultural insurance.
- Experience with crop insurance products.
- Knowledge of soybean production risks and agricultural insurance practices.
- Ability to manage insurance policies and claims effectively.
Administrative Requirements
- Submission of a valid quotation.
- Completion and signing of all required bidding documentation.
- Compliance with public procurement requirements.
- Submission of any supporting documentation requested in the RFQ.
Skills and Competencies Required
- Agricultural insurance expertise.
- Knowledge of crop risk management.
- Understanding of insurance legislation and regulations.
- Contract administration capabilities.
- Claims management experience.
- Financial risk assessment skills.
Tender Location
ARC Bethlehem Branch
R76 Lindley Road
Bethlehem
9700
Free State
Enquiries
Contact Person: Ms Kamogelo Manaswe
Telephone: 058 307 3410
Briefing Session
- Briefing Session: No
- Compulsory Briefing: No
Suitable Businesses
This tender would be suitable for:
- Agricultural insurance companies.
- Crop insurance specialists.
- Insurance brokers with agricultural insurance divisions.
- Risk management firms specialising in agricultural production.
- Financial services providers offering crop insurance products.