How do I find national government tenders in South Africa?

Browse our national tenders page which aggregates opportunities from the eTender Portal, SOE websites like Eskom and Transnet, and federal department procurement announcements. Filter by category, value, and closing date.

What is required to bid on SOE tenders?

You need CSD registration, a valid Tax Compliance Status PIN from SARS, B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, and relevant industry registrations (e.g., CIDB for construction, PSIRA for security services).

Do national tenders have B-BBEE requirements?

Yes, the PPPFA mandates preferential procurement. Most national tenders award preference points based on B-BBEE level, typically 10-20 points on a 100-point scale for Level 1-4 contributors.

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National Procurement in South Africa

National government procurement in South Africa is governed by the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). Understanding these frameworks is essential for successful bid submissions.

Key National Procurement Entities

State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs)

Eskom: Energy sector tenders, power station maintenance, renewable energy projects
Transnet: Port operations, freight rail, pipeline infrastructure
SANRAL: Road construction, highway maintenance, toll operations
PRASA: Commuter rail, station upgrades, fleet procurement

Federal Departments

Department of Public Works and Infrastructure
Department of Health
Department of Basic Education
South African Police Service (SAPS)
Department of Defence

Tips for Winning National Tenders

Register on CSD: Central Supplier Database registration is mandatory
Maintain Tax Compliance: Valid Tax Clearance Certificate required
B-BBEE Certification: Higher B-BBEE levels provide competitive advantage
CIDB Registration: Required for all construction-related tenders
Consortium Bidding: Partner with established suppliers for large contracts

Tenders in national

Supply and Delivery of Paving Bricks,cement and Ppe for Qokolo to Koppitjie Access Road -phase 3

8/2/2/460 (2025-2028) Bid for Design, Fabricate, Installation and Maintenance of Pml Ladders and Bins on an as and When Required Basis for Midvaal Local Municipality From Date of Award to 30 June 2028

Construction of Nompindela Gravel Access Road

Construction of Ndunwana Gravel Road and Creche in Ward 3

Appointment of a Service Provider for Hostel Maintenance Work at Oudtshoorn Campus South Cape Tvet College.

Maintenance of Ward 9 Community Hall

Maintenance of Ward 18 Community Hall

Provision of Configuration Management Services at Kusile Power Station for a period of Five (5) years

Construction of access road from Phaahla to Masehlaneng Phase 1.

Fitment and Annual Monitoring/Service of Customized Hearing Protective Devices at Majuba Power Station for 60 months

Construction of access road from Glen Cowie to Thoto Phase 1.

Construction of Nkwazini Creche in ward 03

Waste sorting, collection, transportation, safe disposal and recycling of industrial waste from the Armscor Dockyard in Simonstown for a period of 36 months

Leasing and Maintenance of Photocopy Machine for a Period of 24 Months

The Provision of the Hygiene Management Services for a Period of Three (3) Years

Provision of Installation and Set-Up of Telephone Trunk Service New Hanover Office for a Period of 3 Years

Expansion of Panel of of Service Providers to Provide ICT Goods and Services

Provision of Public Wifi Installation in 14 Wards for a Period of 2 Years

Appointment of a Professional Service Provider for Cala Sports Field-phase 3

The Construction of 3 Cell 2,4 M X 2,4 M Box Culvert on District Road 295 at Km 1,090 in the Hlanganani Area

National Procurement in South Africa

Key National Procurement Entities

Tips for Winning National Tenders

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