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

Driedorp Boesmanskop 22kv Line to Workshop Substation Koria 11kv Line From Workshop Substation Welbedacht Dam - Van Stadensrust 11kv Capacitor Bank for a Period of 13 Weeks

Upgrading of Sports Facility in Port Nolloth - Grassed Atletics Track and Erection of Cricket Practice Nets

Upgrading of Sports Facility in Port Nolloth - Combi Court & Fencing

Upgrading of Sports Facility in Port Nolloth - Supply of Fencing and Lawnmower

Provision of Specialised Industrial Cleaning Services on the outside plant areas including outages at Kriel Power Station for a period of five years on twenty-four-hour coverage

Department of Justice: Vulamehlo Magistrate Court: R & R to office buildings ,completion of contract.

Panel of Attorneys for Debt Collection for a Period of 36 Months

Renovations & Alterations of workshops at Siteto and Mt Frere Campuses Estimated (CIDB Grading 4GB or Higher)

Betterment of Gravel Steep Section to Concrete for 1000m on District Road D974 From Km 0.400 to Km 1.400 in the Umdoni Local Municipality, Cost Centre Port Shepstone Within the Durban Region for Grade 5ce or Higher

Panel of Service Providers for Eia Services for a Period of 36 Months

Sealing of roads within Ray Nkonyeni Municipality for Three (03) years.

Design, Supply and Installation of Mechanical & Electrical Works for the Upgrading of the Beaufort West Wastewater Treatment Works

Supply and Delivery of Material for the Maintenance of Roads and Stormwater Related Infrastructure, for a Period of Three (3) Years

Appointment of a Service Provider for the Provision of a Support and Maintenance Contract for the Current Human Resource and Payroll System From the 1st of July 2026 Until 30 June 2029

Design and Construction of Splash Pad at Iris Street Park, Cogmanskloof, Ashton

Appointment of a Service Provider for the Sorting and Crushing of Builders' Rubble to 40mm at the Velddrif Transfer Station From Date of Appointment Until 30 June 2027

Renewal and Registration of Sophos Licenses

Leasing of Tuck Shops at Municipal Caravan Parks

Tariff Modelling and a Simplified Cost-of-supply

Leasing of Office Building for Municipal Traffic Department

National Procurement in South Africa

Key National Procurement Entities

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