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Why Your BBBEE Level Determines Your Tender Success

Price is not the only factor. Discover how your BBBEE level acts as a gatekeeper to government contracts and why improving it is your best investment.

The Math of Winning

Many business owners view BBBEE compliance as a grudge purchase—a box to be ticked. This mindset loses tenders. Under the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), tenders are evaluated on two things: Price and Preference (BBBEE).

For most contracts (under R50 million), the 80/20 system applies. 80 points for price, 20 points for BBBEE.

The 10% Price Premium Myth

There is a misconception that you can charge 10% or 20% more if you are Level 1. That is dangerous logic. While Level 1 usually gives you a buffer, competitive pricing is still king. However, if you and a competitor quote the exact same price, but you are Level 1 and they are Level 4, you win by a landslide (8 points clear).

Strategic Improvement

Moving from Level 4 to Level 2 might require a small investment in Skills Development or Supplier Development, but the Return on Investment (ROI) is securing a multi-million Rand contract. Don't look at the cost of compliance; look at the cost of losing.

Use our BBBEE Calculator

to scenario-plan. See what happens if you spend an extra R50,000 on skills development. Does it bump you a level? If so, it's likely worth it.

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Why Your BBBEE Level Determines Your Tender Success

Price is not the only factor. Discover how your BBBEE level acts as a gatekeeper to government contracts and why improving it is your best investment.

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