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Construction & Civil Engineering Tenders

Complete guide to certifications, industry codes, and requirements for construction & civil engineering tender opportunities in South Africa.

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Industry Codes

These codes identify specific service categories within construction & civil engineering. Select codes that match your company's capabilities when registering on the CSD.

CE01Roads, Earthworks & Drainage
CE02Bridges & Elevated Structures
CE03Rail Infrastructure
CE04Marine & Harbour Works
CE05Water & Sanitation
CE06Dams & Reservoirs
CE07Pipelines
CE08Airports & Runways
GB01Residential Buildings (Low-rise)
GB02Residential Buildings (High-rise)
GB03Commercial & Industrial Buildings
GB04Institutional Buildings
GB05Educational Facilities
GB06Healthcare Facilities
ME01Refrigeration, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
ME02Lifts & Escalators
ME03Fire Protection Systems
ME04Bulk Water & Wastewater Treatment
EP01Electrical Power Generation
EP02Electrical Power Transmission
EP03Electrical Power Distribution (High Voltage)
EP04Electrical Power Distribution (Low Voltage)
EP05Electrical Installation & Control

Required Certifications

These certifications are mandatory for construction & civil engineering tenders. Ensure your business is registered and compliant.

CIDB Contractor Grading

Required

Issued by: CIDB

B-BBEE Certificate

Required

Issued by: Verification Agency

Tax Clearance Certificate

Required

Issued by: SARS

CIPC Registration

Required

Issued by: CIPC

UIF Compliance

Required

Issued by: Department of Labour

COIDA Registration

Required

Issued by: Department of Labour

Recommended Certifications

While not mandatory, these certifications can strengthen your tender applications and demonstrate capability.

NHBRC Registration

National Home Builders Registration Council

ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management)

SABS/ISO

ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management)

SABS/ISO

ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety)

SABS/ISO

SACPCMP Registration

SA Council for the Project & Construction Management Professions

ECSA Registration

Engineering Council of SA

ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management)

SABS/ISO

ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management)

SABS/ISO

ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety)

SABS/ISO

Professional Bodies

Engineering Council of South Africa

(ECSA)Statutory

SA Council for Project & Construction Management Professions

(SACPCMP)Statutory

Construction Industry Development Board

(CIDB)Statutory

SA Institute of Architects

(SAIA)
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