⚠️ DEADLINE UPDATE — SIX TENDERS EXTENDED TO 16 SEPTEMBER 2026: CAF has extended the closing date by two weeks on six AFCON 2027 tenders. Extended tenders: 509 Ticketing, 510 Transport, 514 Infotainment, 516 Venue Access, 518 Access Control Hardware, 523 ENG Crew. Extended tenders also changed the clarification deadline from “23 August” to “3 days prior to submission” — meaning clarifications for extended tenders are now due 13 September 2026. Other tenders retain their original 02 September 2026 deadline.
CAF AFCON 2027 Tenders — Key Facts
- Active tender packages: 23 confirmed on CAF’s official portal
- Extended tenders (6 packages): new deadline 16 September 2026, 17:00 Cairo
- Standard tenders (many packages): deadline 02 September 2026, 17:00 Cairo
- Health Insurance tender (508): unique deadline 10 September 2026
- Media rights tender: 14 September 2026, 17:00 Cairo
- Extended tender clarifications: 3 days prior to deadline (13 September 2026)
- Standard tender clarifications: 23 August 2026 (already passed)
- Bid submission email: procurement@cafonline.com
- Time zone note: Cairo time = East African Time (no conversion)
Summary: The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has published 23 continental tender packages for AFCON 2027 under the CAF-RFP2026 and CAF-RFQ2026 reference series. In late August 2026 CAF extended six operational tender deadlines by two weeks to 16 September 2026 — ticketing, transport, infotainment, venue access management, access control hardware and ENG crew services. Other tenders including hotels, host broadcast and accreditation printing retain the original 02 September 2026 deadline. All bids submit to procurement@cafonline.com. This article lists every active CAF tender with its verified deadline, required documents and submission process.
This is the practical reference companion to our AFCON 2027 tenders overview. Below you will find the complete, CAF-confirmed list of published AFCON 2027 tender packages, verified extension status, required documents and submission process. Bookmark this page — it is updated directly from CAF’s official portal.
All 23 Active CAF AFCON 2027 Tender Packages — With Verified Deadlines
CAF uses two reference formats: CAF-RFP2026-XXX for Request for Proposal tenders and CAF-RFQ2026-XXX for Request for Quotation tenders. Here is the complete list as published on the official CAF tenders portal:
| Reference | Sector | Deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAF-RFP2026-495 | Pitch and Floodlight Expertise, Testing, Monitoring, Training and Technical Support | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-508 | CAF Health Insurance Provider (corporate) | 10 Sep 2026 | Unique deadline |
| CAF-RFP2026-509 | End-to-End Ticketing Service | 16 Sep 2026 | ✅ EXTENDED |
| CAF-RFP2026-510 | Integrated Transport Service | 16 Sep 2026 | ✅ EXTENDED |
| CAF-RFQ2026-511 | Hotels & Accommodation Services (Phase 1: Price Collection Sheet) | 02 Sep 2026 | Not extended |
| CAF-RFQ2026-512 | Apartments and Accommodation Services | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-513 | Branding & Signage | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-514 | Infotainment | 16 Sep 2026 | ✅ EXTENDED |
| CAF-RFP2026-515 | Prematch Ceremony | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-516 | Venue Access Management Solution | 16 Sep 2026 | ✅ EXTENDED |
| CAF-RFP2026-517 | Accreditation Printing Materials and Accessories | 02 Sep 2026 | Not extended |
| CAF-RFQ2026-518 | Access Control Hardware and Equipment | 16 Sep 2026 | ✅ EXTENDED |
| CAF-RFP2026-519 | Accreditation Management System | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-522 | Transmission Services | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-523 | ENG Crew Services | 16 Sep 2026 | ✅ EXTENDED |
| CAF-RFP2026-524 | On-Site TV Graphics | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-525 | Host Broadcast Services | 02 Sep 2026 | Not extended |
| CAF-RFP2026-527 | Language Services | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-531 | Workforce & Volunteers Management Solution | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-532 | Photography Service | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-538 | VAR Services, Teams & Medical Extra Services, Information System, Announcement System, RefCam Services | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-539 | Player/Team Tracking Cameras, SAOT, Goal Line Technology, Live Data, Fitness Data, Match Tactical Data Services | Verify on portal | — |
| CAF-RFP2026-540 | Technical / TSG Report Tool | Verify on portal | — |
| Media Rights | Sub-Saharan broadcast rights (FTA + Pay-TV) | 14 Sep 2026 | — |
Important: Deadlines marked “Verify on portal” have not been independently confirmed at the time of writing. Always verify the current deadline directly from each tender page on the CAF portal before submitting a bid. CAF can extend deadlines at any time.
👉 Verify current deadlines on the official CAF tenders portal
Extension Notice — What Changed on 6 Tenders
In late August 2026, CAF issued an “IMPORTANT NOTICE” on six AFCON 2027 tender pages announcing a two-week deadline extension. The notice reads: “Please note that the tender closing date has been extended by two weeks, and this extension will consequently impact the overall tender execution timeline indicated in Doc. 02 – Instructions to Bidders (ITB).”
The extended tenders are:
| Reference | Sector | Original Deadline | New Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAF-RFP2026-509 | End-to-End Ticketing | 02 Sep 2026 | 16 Sep 2026 |
| CAF-RFP2026-510 | Integrated Transport | 02 Sep 2026 | 16 Sep 2026 |
| CAF-RFP2026-514 | Infotainment | 02 Sep 2026 | 16 Sep 2026 |
| CAF-RFP2026-516 | Venue Access Management | 02 Sep 2026 | 16 Sep 2026 |
| CAF-RFQ2026-518 | Access Control Hardware | 02 Sep 2026 | 16 Sep 2026 |
| CAF-RFP2026-523 | ENG Crew Services | 02 Sep 2026 | 16 Sep 2026 |
Critical operational change: The clarification questions rule ALSO changed on extended tenders. Instead of the standard “no later than 23 August 2026, 17:00 Cairo time” (fixed date), extended tenders now use: “no later than three (3) days prior to the RFP submission deadline” — which means clarifications are due by 13 September 2026, 17:00 Cairo time. This gives bidders a much tighter Q&A window because CAF’s response time is compressed.
Tenders NOT Extended — Original 02 September 2026 Deadline Still Applies
Verified as retaining the original 02 September 2026 deadline:
- CAF-RFQ2026-511 — Hotels & Accommodation Services — includes the mandatory Phase 1 Price Collection Sheet as the main submission document
- CAF-RFP2026-517 — Accreditation Printing Materials and Accessories
- CAF-RFP2026-525 — Host Broadcast Services
Standard clarification deadline for these tenders was 23 August 2026, which has already passed. Bidders can no longer submit clarification questions on these tenders — bid on the terms of the original documentation.
Unique Deadline — CAF-RFP2026-508 (Health Insurance)
The Health Insurance Provider tender is not AFCON-specific — it is a CAF corporate services procurement. It has its own separate timeline:
- Submission deadline: 10 September 2026, 17:00 Cairo time
- Clarifications deadline: 31 August 2026, 17:00 Cairo time
The 12–14 Required Documents in Every CAF Tender Package
Each AFCON 2027 CAF tender package contains a standard set of documents. Bidders must download, complete and submit all of them:
| Doc | Document | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Doc 01 | Invitation to Tender (ITT) | Formal tender notice — describes what CAF is procuring |
| Doc 02 | Instructions to Bidders (ITB) | Process, criteria, format and submission requirements |
| Doc 03 | Letter of Interest (LOI) | Formal declaration you intend to bid — submit early for Q&A access |
| Doc 04 | Conflict of Interest Declaration | Standard disclosure document |
| Doc 05 | CAF Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) Template | Confidentiality agreement |
| Doc 06 | CAF General Terms and Conditions (GTC) 2026 | Overarching commercial terms |
| Doc 07 | Schedule 6 — Supplier Registration Form v1 (PDF) | Formal company registration form |
| Doc 08 | Online Supplier Registration Link | Digital version of vendor registration |
| Doc 10 | Supplier & Partner Sustainability Due Diligence Questionnaire | ESG, ethics, compliance assessment |
| Doc 11 | AFCON 2027 Local Economic Participation Guide v.2026 | Guidelines for host-country business participation |
| Doc 12 | Technical Proposal Questionnaire | Sector-specific technical capacity |
| Doc 13 | Financial Proposal Template | Sector-specific pricing — use CAF’s exact format |
| Doc 14 | Functionality Grid | Sector-specific capability matrix |
Sector-specific note: Hotel and accommodation tenders (511, 512) include an additional required document: the AFCON2027 Price Collection Sheet, which is the main document to be submitted for Phase 1.
The CAF Bid Submission Process — Step by Step
Step 1 — Register as a CAF vendor
Mandatory first step. Only registered CAF vendors receive tender notifications and are eligible to bid. Registration is free.
👉 Register at the CAF vendor portal
Step 2 — Verify the current deadline
Before starting work, visit the specific tender page on the CAF portal to confirm the current deadline. As of late August 2026, six tenders have been extended — more may follow.
Step 3 — Download all documents in the tender package
Download all 12–14 documents (14 including Local Economic Participation Guide and any sector-specific documents like the Price Collection Sheet for hotels tenders).
Step 4 — Submit your Letter of Interest (LOI) as early as possible
Send Doc 03 (Letter of Interest) to procurement@cafonline.com. CAF only shares Q&A responses with bidders who submitted their LOI early. Late LOI submission means missing critical clarifications your competitors will have received.
Step 5 — Submit clarification questions before the Q&A deadline
For extended tenders (509, 510, 514, 516, 518, 523): questions due 3 days before submission deadline (13 September 2026 for 16 September deadline). For non-extended tenders: original 23 August 2026 deadline has passed.
Step 6 — Complete all technical, financial and compliance documents
Complete Docs 12, 13, 14 using CAF’s exact templates. Do not modify template structures.
Step 7 — Submit the complete package before the deadline
Email to procurement@cafonline.com before 17:00 Cairo time on the deadline date. Late submissions are automatically rejected.
Contact Points Summary
| Purpose | |
|---|---|
| All operational tender bids and questions | procurement@cafonline.com |
| Media rights tender queries | mediasales@cafonline.com |
| Media rights legal queries | legalaffairs@cafonline.com |
| General vendor registration | Via CAF vendor portal (link above) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which AFCON 2027 tender deadlines have been extended?
As of late August 2026, six tenders were extended by two weeks to 16 September 2026: CAF-RFP2026-509 (Ticketing), CAF-RFP2026-510 (Transport), CAF-RFP2026-514 (Infotainment), CAF-RFP2026-516 (Venue Access Management), CAF-RFQ2026-518 (Access Control Hardware) and CAF-RFP2026-523 (ENG Crew Services). CAF’s extension notice states the change “will consequently impact the overall tender execution timeline.”
Which AFCON 2027 tenders were NOT extended?
Verified as retaining the 02 September 2026 deadline: CAF-RFQ2026-511 (Hotels), CAF-RFP2026-517 (Accreditation Printing), CAF-RFP2026-525 (Host Broadcast). For other tenders not individually verified, check the CAF portal directly.
Did the clarification deadline change for extended tenders?
Yes. Extended tenders changed from the standard “23 August 2026” fixed clarification deadline to “3 days prior to the submission deadline” — which means 13 September 2026 for tenders now due 16 September. This gives bidders a tighter Q&A window than the original 10-day gap.
When is the AFCON 2027 Health Insurance tender deadline?
CAF-RFP2026-508 (Health Insurance Provider) has a unique deadline of 10 September 2026 with clarifications due 31 August 2026. This is a CAF corporate services tender rather than an AFCON operational tender.
What is special about the Hotels tender (CAF-RFQ2026-511)?
The Hotels tender includes an additional sector-specific document — the AFCON2027 Price Collection Sheet — as the main document to be submitted for Phase 1. This makes it a two-phase tender with an initial pricing-focused submission before full proposal review.
What is the difference between CAF-RFP2026 and CAF-RFQ2026?
RFP (Request for Proposal) is used for complex tenders requiring technical and financial evaluation. RFQ (Request for Quotation) is generally used for more standardised procurement where price is the primary factor. Extensions in this round were applied to both types.
How many AFCON 2027 tenders are currently active?
23 continental tender packages are currently active on CAF’s official portal — covering ticketing, transport, accommodation, broadcasting, technology, VAR services, workforce management, ceremonies, branding, photography and more.
Where do I register as a CAF vendor?
Register free at cafonline.com/inside-caf/about-us/tenders/vendor-registration/. Only registered vendors are notified of new tenders. Registration typically takes several days to process — do not leave it until close to a bid deadline.
Do I need to submit a Letter of Interest?
Yes — and submit it as early as possible. CAF only shares clarification responses with bidders who submitted their Letter of Interest early. This is not a formality — it directly affects your access to critical clarification information.
Is Cairo time the same as East African time?
Yes. 17:00 Cairo = 17:00 Dar es Salaam = 17:00 Nairobi = 17:00 Kampala. No conversion required.
How does CAF evaluate AFCON 2027 tender bids?
CAF evaluates bids on technical capacity (Doc 12), financial proposal (Doc 13), sustainability compliance (Doc 10), local economic participation (Doc 11) and functionality grid scoring (Doc 14). Exact weighting is specified in each tender’s Instructions to Bidders (Doc 02).
For the complete overview of CAF AFCON 2027 tender opportunities see our CAF AFCON 2027 tenders overview. For the media rights tender specifically see our media rights guide. For business opportunities that do not require formal CAF tender processes see our business listings page.
Deadline extensions and tender details verified directly from CAF’s official portal at cafonline.com by reading each tender page individually on 30 August 2026. Six tenders confirmed extended. Three tenders confirmed not extended. Other tenders’ deadlines require independent verification on the CAF portal. Specific deadlines subject to change — always verify directly from CAF before bidding. Article last updated 30 August 2026.