Browse government tender opportunities in the Free State province. Our platform tracks procurement from Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality (Bloemfontein), Free State Provincial Government, and key districts including Lejweleputswa (Welkom) and Fezile Dabi (Sasolburg). The Free State's economy centers on agriculture, mining, and petrochemicals. Strategic location in South Africa's heartland creates logistics and agricultural sector opportunities.
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The Free State is South Africa's agricultural heartland with significant mining and petrochemical industries. The judicial capital, Bloemfontein, hosts several national institutions.
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The vaal-orange catchment management agency (vocma) requires a suitably qualified service provider to lease approximately 1,979 square metres of grade a or higher office space in bloemfontein for its headquarters, for a five-year period with options to extend and renew. The building must be ready for occupation by 04 january 2027, with one month of beneficial occupation at NO cost, and the bidder must demonstrate a turn-key solution capability. Bids are evaluated on an 80/20 preference point system (price 80, specific goals 20), and the most consequential consideration is meeting all mandatory compliance documents and the strict submission deadline of 21 october 2026 at 11:00.
Submission method: e-tender portal at https://www.etenders.gov.za/Home/opportunities?id=1 (Available 24 hours until closing). - Physical delivery also accepted: deposit in the tender box at department of water and sanitation offices, bloem plaza, c/o charlotte maxeke and east burger, bloemfontein cbd. - Courier door deliveries accepted only if the courier deposits the bid in the tender box. - NO faxed, emailed, or postal submissions will be accepted. - Two-envelope system: each envelope must clearly state the bid description and reference number vo 018-2026/2027. - bids must be submitted on official forms, not re-typed. - Late, incomplete, or non-responsive bids will be disqualified. - Returnable forms (all must be completed and signed): - sbd 1 (invitation to bid) β bidder particulars and contact details. - Sbd 2 (bidder's particulars) β company information. - Sbd 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 (Pricing schedules) β firm, non-firm, and professional services pricing. - Sbd 4 (declaration of interest) β discloses any state employment or connections. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim) β claims b-bbee and specific goal points. - Sbd 7.2 (Contract form β rendering of services) β to be signed by successful bidder. - Board resolution or letter of authority authorising the signatory. - Proof of tax compliance (tcs pin or csd number). - Bidders must mark the checklist and attach all supporting documents as indicated.
The free state development corporation (fdc) is establishing a three-year panel of CIDB grade 1 and 2 contractors to carry out maintenance and repairs on its industrial, commercial, and residential properties across mangaung, thabo mofutsanyana, and fezile dabi districts. The panel will handle emergency and routine maintenance, with work allocated via rfqs based on grading and class of works. Bidders must meet mandatory CIDB, coida, csd, and tax requirements, and must score at least 70 out of 100 in the functionality evaluation to qualify for the panel.
Submission method: deposit in the bid box at 33 kellner street, westdene, bloemfontein, 9301. Closing time: 20 october 2026 at 12:00. Late bids will not be accepted. Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided, not re-typed. Returnable documents (all must be completed and signed): - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): bidder details and signature. - Sbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses any connection to the state or procuring institution. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims b-bbee points under the 80/20 system. - Sanas accredited b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit. - Proof of csd registration. - Valid tax clearance certificate or tax pin. - CIDB grading designation (tick the relevant block). - Valid letter of good standing with coida. - Registered electrical contracting certificate (only for eb class). - Reference letters, cvs, qualifications, locality proof, and health and safety plan as required for functionality. Disqualification risks: - missing or unsigned returnable documents. - Failure to meet mandatory requirements. - Late submission.
The department of defence (dod) is outsourcing a service provider for the construction of a wall fence at garona military village in thaba nchu, free state. This is an open tender (request for bid) under the dod procurement plan. A compulsory briefing session will be held at the site, and interested contractors should attend.
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Atns requires a service provider to supply and deliver 320 units of radar gear oil in 20-litre containers and to carry out oil condition monitoring and laboratory analysis for three radar systems at bram fischer international airport (fabl) in bloemfontein, on an as-and-when-required basis over five years. The oil must meet the radar manufacturer's specifications, and used-oil samples drawn from the radar gearboxes β three per radar system per testing cycle β must be analysed by an iso/iec 17025 accredited laboratory, with each report covering test methods, results, interpretation, condition assessment of the oil and gearbox components, and maintenance recommendations. Bids are scored on an 80/20 price-to-specific-goals split, with 10.00 Points each for 51% black ownership and 30% black woman ownership. The decisive hurdle is the mandatory stage: two contactable reference letters for industrial oil supply and testing completed in the past five years, plus valid laboratory accreditation, without which a bid is disqualified before price is even considered.
Submission method - online only, through the national treasury e-submission (e-tender) system. - Bids sent by email will not be accepted or processed. - Closing: 13 october 2026 at 11:00 (cat). Packaging - submit in two parcels, each combined into a single pdf and uploaded under the matching tab. - Parcel a (phases 1 and 2): volume 1a general instructions and administrative requirements, excluding sbd 3.1 And sbd 6.1. - Parcel b (phase 3): sbd 3.1 Pricing schedule, sbd 6.1 Preference points claim form, csd report, cipc documents, shareholder certificates, ID copies of shareholders, and a valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit for emes/qses. - Bidders are responsible for uploading every document under the correct parcel and completing submission before the closing time. - Early submission is advised. Atns does not control the e-tender portal; platform problems must be taken up with the e-tender portal support team. Returnable forms and documents - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): complete, sign and return in full; omission makes the bid non-responsive. - Sbd 3.1 (Pricing schedule): price every line item; a missing or incomplete price, or an omitted cost element, may make the bid non-responsive. - Sbd 4 (declaration of interest): each party to the bid must complete and sign; omission makes the bid non-responsive. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim form): claim specific-goal points and attach the supporting proof. - Bidding structure declaration: mark individual bidder, joint venture, consortium, with sub-contractors or other, and state whether the primary entity is the oem, an authorised distributor/reseller or other. - Distributor or reseller bids: attach a valid oem authorisation letter. Jv or consortium bids must set out each member's role and attach joint responsibility agreements. - Proof of csd registration, or proof of application for registration. - SARS tax compliance status pin or printed tcs; each consortium member, jv party and sub-contractor must submit its own. - Valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit for emes and qses. - Cipc documents, shareholder certificates and ID copies of shareholders. - Proof of registration with the relevant professional bodies. - Proof of authority to sign, such as a company resolution. Disqualification risks - late submission, or submission by email. - Any required form unsigned or omitted. - Failure to meet a mandatory requirement. - Failure to answer a written request for additional information within 7 working days.
The performing arts centre of the free state (pacofs) requires a professional service provider or ICT consultant to support the implementation of its ICT infrastructure revamp project. The consultant will assess the current IT infrastructure, network and cybersecurity environment against industry standards, produce a findings report and remediation roadmap, and assist with a follow-on procurement RFQ. bidders must score at least 70 out of 100 in the functionality evaluation to be considered, after which price and specific goals are scored under the 80/20 system.
Closing: submit by email to [email protected] By 07 october 2026 at 11:00; hand-delivered bids are not accepted and late submissions are disqualified. Mandatory documents (missing any disqualifies): proof of csd registration, signed sbd 4 and sbd 6.1, Detailed company profile, and a valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (for emes/qses) to claim specific goals. Minimum experience: at least five years' demonstrable experience delivering ICT infrastructure assessment projects of comparable scope (cloud migration, networking, cybersecurity, data centre or fibre infrastructure). Professional body membership: the bidding entity or proposed lead project manager must hold current iitpsa membership (ICT practitioners) and/or pmsa or pmi membership (project management), evidenced by a certificate or letter of good standing valid at closing date. Team qualifications (certified copies required): the ICT project manager must hold an ICT degree, azure administrator, ccnp, linux, mcse or similar, plus five years' ICT consulting experience; the cybersecurity specialist needs a cybersecurity qualification and recognised certifications (e.g. Cissp, cism, ceh, oscp, comptia security+); the ICT infrastructure architect needs an ICT degree, project management certificate, azure administrator, and microsoft 365 experience; the ICT governance/risk specialist needs an ICT degree, itil certificate, and governance, risk, audit and compliance experience. Functionality threshold: bidders must score a minimum of 70 out of 100 in phase 2 (company experience 30, methodology 25, qualifications 25, work plan 20); scoring below 70 makes the bid non-responsive and disqualified. Pricing: complete annexure a in ZAR, vat-exclusive and vat-inclusive, all-inclusive of travel, tools and disbursements; quotations must remain valid for 30 days from closing date. Insurance: provide proof of current professional indemnity and cyber liability insurance showing the insured party's name matching the bidding entity, insurer, indemnity limit, cover type, and validity through the full engagement period. References: at least three contactable references from similar projects completed in the past five years, with reference letters on client letterhead for the functionality score. Tax compliance: the recommended bidder who is non-tax compliant gets seven days to rectify, failing which the bid is disqualified; NO award to bidders on the national treasury register of tender defaulters or list of restricted suppliers.
Postbank requires a qualified service provider to perform quarterly preventive maintenance on its 450 kva volvo standby diesel generator at the freepen building in bloemfontein over a 24-month contract term. The scope includes eight scheduled service visits, annual load bank testing, and 24/7 emergency call-out support. Bidders must have at least five years' diesel generator maintenance experience and submit three reference letters, a company profile with three similar references, and a proposed service schedule. The evaluation is 80% price and 20% specific goals, and all submissions must be emailed by 09 october 2026 at 16:30.
Submission method: email only, to [email protected]. Quotations sent to any other address will not be considered. Returnable forms and documents β all must be completed, signed and submitted with the quotation: - completed pricing schedule (annex d) on official company letterhead. - Sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure): discloses whether any director, shareholder or connected person is employed by the state or has a relationship with anyone at postbank. A false declaration disqualifies the bid. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims specific-goal points under the 80/20 system. - Proof of csd registration. - Valid tax compliance status. - All annexures and standard bidding documents must be signed. Disqualification risks: - late submissions, regardless of reason. - Submitting to the wrong email address. - Missing or unsigned returnable forms. - Failure to comply with mandatory requirements. NO goods or services may be delivered before a signed postbank award letter or purchase order is issued; delivery before that may result in non-payment.
This tender invites bids for the provision of routine road maintenance construction services for projects in the free state province, under reference nra 2026/0758 (b). The contract is an open tender (request for bid) in the construction and civil engineering sector. NO briefing session is scheduled, and the closing date is 22 october 2026.
β’ Must be a registered contractor with relevant CIDB grading for road maintenance construction. β’ Must have proven experience in routine road maintenance or similar civil engineering projects. β’ Must comply with all BBBEE requirements as per the tender documentation. β’ Must submit all required tender documents before the closing date and time. β’ NO briefing session is scheduled; bidders must rely on tender documents.
The national youth development agency requires the supply and delivery of cleaning material to its offices in bloemfontein, bethlehem (tweeling), welkom and xhariep in the free state. The contract covers once-off items and monthly items delivered over five months, with quantities specified per location. Bids are evaluated under the PPPFA 80/20 preference point system, with price weighted at 80 points and specific goals (youth, women, disability ownership) at 20 points; the highest-scoring compliant bidder is awarded.
Submission method: email submission email: [email protected] Closing time: 02 october 2026 at 10:00 returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted): - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page. - Sbd 4 (bidder's disclosure): declaration of interest; a declared or identified conflict of interest makes the bid non-responsive. - Completed and signed pricing schedule using the provided template. - B-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit (for emes/qses) to claim preference points. - Proof of tax compliance (SARS pin or csd number). Disqualification risks: - late submissions are not accepted. - Bids must be submitted on the official forms, not re-typed. - Missing any mandatory document renders the bid non-responsive. - Attempting to solicit or canvass information from nyda employees between submission and award disqualifies the bidder.
TRANSNET soc ltd requires a supplier for the once-off maintenance and servicing of fire equipment at its TRANSNET pipelines facility in kroonstad, free state. The contract is a single engagement with commencement and expiry dates to be confirmed, and the maximum contract value is not exceeding r 0 000.00 (Excluding VAT) as stated in the document. Bidders must note the strict subcontracting rules, including a 10% penalty for undeclared subcontracting and a prohibition on subcontracting more than 25% of contract value to a lower b-bbee level enterprise unless IT is an exempted micro enterprise.
Returnable documents: none specified in the document. Submission method and address not stated in the provided text.
Centlec (soc) ltd, a municipal entity distributing electricity in mangaung, free state, invites suitable bidders to provide critical electrical infrastructure security services within its area of supply. The contract period is thirty-six (36) months. This is an open tender (request for bid) with NO briefing session.
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Centlec, a municipal entity distributing electricity in mangaung metro, invites prospective service providers to bid for public domestic connections within its supply area. The contract is for a period of thirty-six (36) months. The tender is an open request for bid, with NO briefing session scheduled.
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Fezile dabi district municipality is seeking a service provider to render professional banking services for a period of 60 months. The tender is a request for proposal and is open to service providers in the professional services and consulting industry. NO briefing session is scheduled.
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The free state department of public works and infrastructure invites priced proposals for the lease of an approximately 1050mΒ² building to be used as a medium clinic, with 12 covered onsite parking bays, located in bethlehem cbd within the dihlabeng local municipality. The successful bidder must provide a property that meets mandatory requirements including a minimum grade c sapoa grading, zoning for office use, and proof of ownership or a valid sales agreement. Bidders must attend a compulsory virtual clarification meeting and achieve a minimum functionality score of 79 out of 105 points to be considered for the 80/20 price and preference evaluation.
Submission method: physical delivery only. Deliver to the department of public works and infrastructure, ground floor (main entrance foyer), or tambo house (old lebohang building), cnr. St andrews street and markgraaff street, bloemfontein, by the closing date and time. Late, emailed, faxed, telegraphic, telephonic or facsimile bids will not be accepted. Returnable documents (all must be completed in handwriting with a black pen, originally signed, and submitted; digital completion or digital signatures will lead to disqualification): - annexure a: record of addenda to tender documents. - Annexure b: proposed amendments and qualifications. - Annual financial statements declaration. - Resolution of board of directors. - Resolution of board of directors to enter into consortia or joint ventures (if applicable). - Special resolution of consortia or joint ventures (if applicable). - Sbd 1 β invitation to bid. - Sbd 4 β bidder's disclosure. - Sbd 6.1 β Preference points claim form. - Bid offer. Bid documents must be properly indexed and neatly bound. Altering the tender document or its annexures in any way will lead to disqualification. Photocopied documents of originally signed documents will not be accepted; certified documents must be fully certified on all pages.
TRANSNET engineering requires the inspection, cleaning and sealing of gutters, drains, channels, down pipes, ridges and roof sheets at its bloemfontein plant, under an nec3 engineering and construction contract for a period of three months. Bidders must attend a compulsory briefing and site visit on 30 september 2026, hold a CIDB grading of 2gb or higher, and submit electronically by 07 october 2026 at 12:00. The tender is evaluated on an 80/20 price and specific goals basis, with a 12-week validity period.
Returnable documents: - site inspection certificate, counter-signed by the contract manager on the day of the site visit. Tender documents will only be accepted if this certificate is signed. - Full particulars of all relevant equipment and works, confirming compliance with the minimum requirements. - Detailed project plan / gantt chart showing main activities and periods up to handover. - Detailed procedure for the inspection, cleaning and sealing of gutters, drains, channels, downpipes, roof sheets and ridges. - Full price breakdown per individual area. - Tenders must be submitted in duplicate. Disqualification risks: - submitting without a signed site inspection certificate. - Omitting full particulars of equipment and works at tender stage. - Failure to provide the required project plan, procedure, or price breakdown.
Maluti tvet college, in collaboration with purco SA, requires an experienced service provider for the procurement, implementation, maintenance and support of sage pastel accounting system and sage payroll for a 36-month period. The contract covers deployment, ongoing maintenance and support of both systems at the college. Bidders must attend a compulsory information session on 29 september 2026 and submit electronically by 13 october 2026 at 11:00.
Submission method: electronic via the purco SA supplier hub at www.purcosa.co.za. Tender documents: available at a non-refundable fee of r1,150.00 (VAT included) from the purco SA website from 23 september 2026. Payment is made online, and documents download immediately after payment. Returnable documents: none specified in the advert. Disqualification risks: - late tenders are disqualified. - Bidders must register for and attend the compulsory information session.
Maluti tvet college, in collaboration with purco SA, seeks to appoint a banking institution to provide banking and investment services for a 36-month period. The contract covers the full range of banking and investment services as detailed in the tender document. Bidders must be experienced service providers and must attend a compulsory information session on 29 september 2026. The closing date for electronic submissions is 13 october 2026 at 11:00.
Submission method: electronic only, via the purco SA supplier hub at www.purcosa.co.za. Tender documents: available at a non-refundable fee of r1,150.00 (VAT included), obtainable from 23 september 2026. Download steps: visit www.purcosa.co.za, Select the relevant RFP, click 'pay now', and the documentation becomes available immediately after payment. Returnable documents: the tender pack will specify the required forms; complete and sign all as instructed. Disqualification risks: late tenders are disqualified; correspondence is limited to short-listed tenderers only.
Maluti tvet college, through purco SA, seeks a CIDB 4GB-or-higher contractor to repair and refurbish the hostel at bonamelo campus in phuthaditjhaba. The work includes repairs and replacement of the existing roof and general hostel refurbishment. Bidders must attend a compulsory information session and a compulsory site inspection, and submit electronically via the purco SA supplier hub by 13 october 2026 at 11:00. The most consequential consideration is the mandatory CIDB grading of 4gb or higher, which determines eligibility.
Submission method: electronic, via the purco SA supplier hub on www.purcosa.co.za (Online tender submission guide applies). Closing time: 13 october 2026 at 11:00. Tender documents: available from 23 september 2026 at a non-refundable fee of r1,150.00 (VAT included), payable on www.purcosa.co.za. Download becomes available immediately after payment. Returnable documents: the tender pack will specify the forms to be completed and signed; all must be submitted with the bid. Disqualification risks: late tenders will be disqualified. Correspondence is limited to short-listed tenderers; if not contacted within 30 days of closing, the bid is unsuccessful.
Maluti tvet college, through purco SA, requires an experienced contractor to repair and replace the existing roof at the bonamelo campus in phuthaditjhaba. Bidders must hold a CIDB grading of 4gb or higher and must attend a compulsory online information session and a compulsory site inspection before submitting electronically. The most consequential requirement is the mandatory attendance at both the information session and site inspection, as failure to attend will disqualify the bid.
Submission method: electronic only, via the purco SA supplier hub online tender submission portal at www.purcosa.co.za. Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted): - sbd 1 (invitation to bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page. - Sbd 3.1 (Pricing schedule β firm): firm prices for the duration of the contract. - Sbd 4 (declaration of interest): discloses whether any director or shareholder is employed by the state or connected to anyone at the institution. - Sbd 6.1 (Preference points claim): claims b-bbee points under the PPPFA 80/20 or 90/10 system. - Sbd 6.2 (Declaration for local production and content): declares local content percentages where applicable. - Sbd 8 (declaration of bidder's past supply chain management practices): discloses any prior SCM irregularities. - Sbd 9 (certificate of independent bid determination): certifies the price was set independently, with NO collusion or price disclosure. - Authority to sign / board resolution: authorises the named signatory to bind the bidder. Disqualification risks: - late submissions will be disqualified. - Any returnable form left unsigned or omitted. - Failure to register for and attend the compulsory information session and site inspection.
Goldfields tvet college, in collaboration with purco SA, seeks experienced service providers for a panel to supply and deliver electrical equipment, automotive diagnostics machines, plumbing machinery, tools, welding machines, boilermaker equipment and fittings. Bids are submitted electronically via the purco SA supplier hub, with a non-refundable document fee of r1,150.00. The most consequential consideration is the closing deadline of 19 october 2026 at 11:00, as late tenders are disqualified.
Submission method: electronic via the purco SA supplier hub at www.purcosa.co.za. Returnable documents: tender documents must be obtained from the purco SA website at a non-refundable fee of r1,150.00 (VAT included). Documents are available from 27 september 2026. The tender document itself will specify the returnable forms; the advert does not list them. Disqualification risks: - late tenders will be disqualified. - Bidders not contacted within 30 days of the closing date should consider their proposal unsuccessful.
Maluti tvet college, in collaboration with purco SA, requires the procurement, implementation, maintenance and support of an advanced learning management system (lms) for a 24-month period. The contract covers the full lifecycle of the lms, including deployment, ongoing maintenance and support. Bidders must attend a compulsory information session on 29 september 2026 and submit electronically via the purco SA supplier hub by 13 october 2026 at 11:00. The most consequential consideration is the compulsory information session and the electronic submission deadline, as late or non-attending bidders will be disqualified.
Submission method: electronic via the purco SA supplier hub (www.purcosa.co.za). - Tender documents are available at a non-refundable fee of r1,150.00 (VAT included) from 23 september 2026 on the purco SA website. - To download documents: visit www.purcosa.co.za, Click on the required RFP under tenders and rfps, click the pay now button, and download immediately after payment. - Late tenders will be disqualified. - Correspondence is limited to short-listed tenderers; if not contacted within 30 days of the closing date, consider the bid unsuccessful. - Maluti tvet college does not bind itself to accept the lowest bid and reserves the right to accept the bid in whole, in part, or not at all.
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