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B-BBEE & Tender Compliance

Compliance is the foundation of successful tender applications in South Africa. From B-BBEE certificates and sworn affidavits to tax clearance and letters of good standing, understanding these requirements is critical. Our guides break down the complex compliance landscape, helping you prepare winning tender submissions that meet all legal and regulatory requirements.

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SARS Tax Compliance vs. Tax Clearance Certificate

It's not 2014 anymore. Stop asking for a 'Tax Clearance Certificate' and start managing your TCS PIN. Here's why.

07 Feb 20264 min read

The Ultimate Tender Compliance Checklist

Don't get disqualified on a technicality. Use our comprehensive checklist to ensure your bid meets every administrative requirement.

05 Feb 20265 min read

Understanding CIDB Grading in 2026

Confused by Grade 1GB vs. 4CE? We decode the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) grading system so you know exactly which tenders you can bid for.

03 Feb 20264 min read

How to Calculate Your BBBEE Score Accurately

Stop guessing your BBBEE level. Understand the scorecard elements and learn how to calculate your score accurately to win more tenders.

01 Feb 20265 min read

How to Become Tender Compliant in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide

Compliance is the gatekeeper of government contracts. Learn how to achieve 100% tender compliance with SARS, CIPC, and CSD.

31 Jan 20266 min read

B-BBEE Compliance for Tenders in 2026: An SMME Strategic Guide

Is your B-BBEE status holding you back from winning tenders in 2026? Learn how to achieve Level 1 status, the difference between EME and QSE, and why compliance is your most powerful competitive advantage.

27 Jan 202610 min read

How to Get a COIDA Letter of Good Standing: Complete Guide 2026

Comprehensive step-by-step guide to obtaining a COIDA Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund. Essential mandatory documentation for virtually all South African government tenders and contracts.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Get ISO 45001 Certification: Occupational Health & Safety Guide 2026

Comprehensive guide to ISO 45001:2018 OHS Management System certification. Requirements for construction, mining, and manufacturing companies bidding on high-risk government tenders where safety compliance is critical.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Get ISO 9001 Certification in South Africa: Complete Guide 2026

Comprehensive guide to ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification. Learn requirements, costs, SANAS-accredited certification bodies, and how ISO 9001 improves your government tender scoring and prequalification success.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Register with ECSA: Complete Guide for Engineering Professionals 2026

Comprehensive step-by-step guide to Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) registration. Learn the requirements, costs, timeline, CPD obligations, and how ECSA registration unlocks access to government infrastructure tenders and public sector engineering contracts.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Register with HPCSA: Healthcare Professionals Guide 2026

Comprehensive guide to Health Professions Council of South Africa registration. Requirements for doctors, specialists, allied health professionals, and how HPCSA registration unlocks government healthcare tenders and medical contracts.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Register with IRBA: Complete Auditors Guide 2026

Comprehensive guide to Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors registration. Requirements for registered auditors bidding on government audit, financial consulting, and AGSA outsourced audit contracts.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Register with PSIRA: Complete Security Industry Guide 2026

Comprehensive step-by-step guide to Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) registration. Requirements for security companies, officers, grades A-E, and how PSIRA compliance unlocks government security tenders and guarding contracts.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Register with SACNASP: Natural Scientists Guide 2026

Comprehensive guide to SA Council for Natural Scientific Professions registration. Requirements for environmental scientists, geologists, and scientific professionals bidding on EIA, mining, and environmental tenders.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Register with SANC: Complete Nursing Council Guide 2026

Comprehensive guide to South African Nursing Council registration. Requirements for professional nurses, enrolled nurses, nursing auxiliaries, and midwives targeting healthcare and nursing staffing tenders.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Register with SAPC: Complete Pharmacy Council Guide 2026

Comprehensive guide to South African Pharmacy Council registration. Requirements for pharmacists, pharmacist assistants, and pharmacy premises bidding on pharmaceutical supply and dispensing tenders.

18 Jan 20261 min read

How to Get Your SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN

A complete guide to obtaining your Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN from SARS. Learn how to register on eFiling, fix non-compliance, and maintain your status for tenders.

28 Jan 20251 min read

BBBEE Compliance Checklist for Tender Applications: Complete Guide

Ensure your tender applications meet all BBBEE requirements with our comprehensive checklist, step-by-step verification guide, costs breakdown, and expert tips.

10 Jan 20251 min read

How to Get PSIRA Registered for Security Tenders: Complete Guide

Complete guide to PSIRA registration for security tenders in South Africa. Requirements, application process, compliance, and tender eligibility explained.

15 Jan 20241 min read
Relevant Tender Opportunities

Based on this article's topics, here are some current tenders that might interest you

Services: Professional

TENDER FOR B/SM 51/26: PROVISION OF EXTERNAL COMPLIANCE AND REVIEW AUDITS FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITIES FOR THE STELLENBOSCH MUNICIPALITY FROM 01 JULY 2026 UNTIL 30 JUNE 2029

Stellenbosch Municipality
Western Cape
02 Mar 2026
27d left
Accommodation

SUPPLY, DELIVERY, INSTALLATION, TESTING, COMMISSIONING AND ISSUING OF CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE (COC) OF 70kW AIR TO WATER HEAT PUMP AT THE CEDAR ROCK RESORT FOR CLANWILLIAM DAM. ONLY RESPONDENTS WITH CIDB GRADING 2ME OR 2EB OR HIGHER ARE ELIGIBLE TO BID.

Water and Sanitation
National
12 Feb 2026
9d left
Activities of Head Offices; Management Consultancy Activities

RE-ADVERTISEMENT: APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER FOR ATMOSPHERIC EMISSION LICENCE APPLICATIONS AND COMPLIANCE WITH ATMOSPHERIC EMISSION LICENCE CONDITIONS FOR REBECCA STREET CREMATORIUM, REBECCA STREET, PHILIP NEL PARK

City of Tshwane
Gauteng
10 Feb 2026
7d left
Other Service Activities

The Alexkor RMC Joint Venture (JV) invites suitably qualified and experienced service providers to submit quotations for the training of Managers and Finance Team members on critical governance, compliance, and accountability requirements in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act No. 1 of 1999), as amended, and applicable Treasury Regulations. The purpose of the training is to strengthen financial management capacity, enhance compliance, mitigate financial risks, and ensure sound governance within the Joint Venture.

Alexkor Limited
National
09 Feb 2026
6d left
Legal and Accounting Activities

APPOINTMENT OF A REPUTABLE SERVICE PROVIDER FOR THE PROVISON OF A REGULATORY COMPLIANCE FRAMEWORK AND IMPLEMENTATION OF REGULATORY COMPLIANCE MONITORING SERVICE

Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and training Authority (MICT SETA)
Gauteng
05 Feb 2026
2d left

SERVICE PROVIDER TO BOOK AND PLACE DIGITAL ADVERTISEMENTS ACROSS GOOGLE AND SOCIAL PLATFORMS TO CREATE AWARENESS AND COMMUNICATE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CITY OF JOHANNESBURG 2026/2027 MUNICIPAL TARRIFS - IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MFMA COST CONTAINMENT REGULATIONS OF 2019 AND THE CITY’S COST CONTAINMENT POLICY FOR A PERIOD OF 2 WEEKS.

City Council of Johannesburg
National
05 Feb 2026
2d left

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