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⚠️ SCAM ALERT: Fake RFQ from “Conradie Ryno” – Department of Correctional Services
If you've received an email from Conradie.Ryno@dcs.gov.za with the subject "Appointment of a Service Provider to Supply and Deliver SQ1290B S4 BLANKET", you are likely being targeted by a fake RFQ (Request for Quotation) scam.
📧 Email Overview
Fake Name: Conradie Ryno (or misspelled “Conradi e.Ryno”)
Fake Email Address: Conradie.Ryno@dcs.gov.za (spoofed or fraudulent)
Subject Line: Appointment of a Service Provider to Supply and Deliver of SQ1290B S4 BLANKET
Message Includes: Vague instructions to review an attached RFQ urgently
Common Scam Element: Urging you to reply quickly or contact them with pricing
🚨 How the Scam Works
| Spoofed Government Email | Appears to come from an official DCS address, but is likely faked or spoofed. |
| Urgent, vague language | Designed to pressure you into opening an attachment without verifying the source. |
| Encourages you to outsource | If you reply, they’ll direct you to a “recommended supplier”, who will ask for upfront payment — and then disappear. |
| No listing on eTenders | Real DCS tenders are always published on https://www.etenders.gov.za. |
🧠 Sample Message Text
“Please find the attached document for your review… We kindly request you to go through the provided materials at your earliest convenience…”
This boilerplate message is commonly used by scammers to look professional and avoid raising suspicion.
✅ What You Should Do
Do NOT:
Open or download any attachments
Respond to the email
Call any phone numbers included
Send any quotations or money
DO:
Verify the RFQ on eTenders.gov.za
Report the scam to:
Mark the email as phishing/spam
🔐 Stay Vigilant
Scammers are increasingly using official-looking government domains, PDF attachments, and even real DCS addresses (like “Poyntons Building, 124 WF Nkomo Street”) to look authentic. Always double-check the tender on official government platforms before responding.
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