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.
Compliance is the Application Fee
Think of compliance not as red tape, but as the 'entry fee' for doing business with the government. If you don't pay it (by getting your documents in order), you don't get in.
The Compliance Trinity
- CIPC: Is your company legally active?
- SARS: Do you pay your taxes?
- CSD: Are you on the central database?
Step 1: CIPC Annual Returns
Many businesses forget to pay their annual returns to CIPC. After two years of non-payment, CIPC begins the deregistration process. A deregistered company cannot be awarded a tender. Check your status today.
Step 2: SARS Tax Compliance
You need a 'Tax Compliant' status on the Central Supplier Database. This matches your status on eFiling.
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Step 3: B-BBEE Strategy
Tenders use the 80/20 or 90/10 preference point system. B-BBEE contributes to the 20 (or 10) points. Without it, you are competing on price alone (the 80 or 90 points), which is difficult.
Step 4: Industry Specifics
Depending on your industry, you may need extra compliance:
- Construction: CIDB Grading
- Security: PSIRA Registration
- Cleaning: BCCCI Registration
- Electrical: ECB Registration
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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.