Tenders SA Blog

Pricing is the most critical part of your tender bid. Learn how to calculate costs accurately, choose the right pricing strategy, and avoid the 'race to the bottom'.

Understand how government tenders are scored using the 80/20 preference point system. Learn how price and BBBEE levels affect your final score.

Confused by procurement acronyms? Learn the critical differences between Request for Information (RFI), Request for Quotation (RFQ), and Request for Proposal (RFP).

Why do most tender applications fail? Discover the top 10 mistakes that lead to disqualification and learn how to submit a compliant, winning bid.

Everything you need to know about CIDB grading, registration, and upgrades. Understand how to qualify for higher-value construction tenders in South Africa.

Winning cleaning tenders requires more than just a good price. You need to be compliant with the Bargaining Council for Contract Cleaning Services (BCCCI). Here's how.

Confused about whether you need a Sworn Affidavit or a SANAS-accredited BBBEE Certificate? This guide explains the differences, requirements, and when to use each.

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.

Learn how to form a successful Joint Venture (JV) for government tenders. Covers legal requirements, JV agreements, profit sharing, and risk management.

A complete step-by-step guide to getting your business tender ready in South Africa. Learn about CSD registration, tax compliance, BBBEE, and other essential requirements.

Complete guide to CSD document requirements. Learn what documents you need, how to prepare them, and common mistakes to avoid for successful CSD registration.

Complete step-by-step guide to CSD registration. Learn the process, required documents, and common mistakes to avoid when registering on the Central Supplier Database.

Learn everything about CSD numbers - what they are, why you need them, and how to get one for government tender applications in South Africa.

Master the essential strategies, compliance requirements, and best practices for securing profitable government contracts in South Africa. Expert insights and actionable tips included.

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

Discover how our advanced AI algorithms match your business with the most relevant tender opportunities, saving time and increasing your success rate.

Complete guide to SBD forms used in South African government tenders. Learn about different SBD forms, their purposes, how to complete them correctly, common mistakes to avoid, and best practices for successful tender submissions.

Complete guide to CIDB grades and registration process. Learn about different CIDB grades, requirements, application process, documentation needed, timelines, costs, and how to upgrade your construction industry registration for tender opportunities.

Complete guide to compulsory briefing sessions in tender processes. Learn why they're mandatory, what happens, how to prepare, and consequences of non-attendance for successful tender applications.

Complete guide to CIPC certificates for tender applications. Learn why CIPC registration is essential, requirements, types of certificates, and how to obtain them for South African tenders.

Complete guide to COIDA Letter of Good Standing for tenders. Learn requirements, application process, costs, validity, and why it's essential for South African tender applications.

Complete guide to writing winning tender proposals in South Africa. Structure, content, evaluation criteria, and best practices for tender success.

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