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 Protective Clothing for a period of 36 months

Annual service, calibration, repair, and supply of spares for Silica Skalar Analyzer SAN++ for a period 5 years.

Panel of Hardware for Building Materials of Hall Maintenance & Disaster Incidents

Bid No 19/1/9/1/28tr (25): Supply, Delivery, and Product Training for Mobile Uhf Two Way Radio, Digital Mobile Radio (dmr) Terminal, Nationally for the South African Police Service for a Period of Five (5) Years

The Appointment of service provider to undertake Drawings,Submission and Approval of AS-Built Plans, Source Copies of SG Diagram & Title Deeds for all Municipal Buildings within Jurisdiction of the Johannes Phumani Phungula Local Municipality

The Appointment of a professional service provider to review the Strategic Environmental Assessment for Johannes Phumani Phungula Local Municipality

Supply and Installation of Fencing for Municipal Store Facility

Provision of Banking Services (including conclusive Fleet Management Solution, Tracker & Cash in Transit) for a period of 36 months)

Repairs and Maintenance of Mnquma Led Screen for a Period of Three (03) Years

Cleaning of Municipal Amenities for a Period of Three (3) Years on an as and When Required Basis.

Supply and Installation of a Vehicle Monitoring, Tracking and Vehicle Management System.

Appointment of a Service Provider for Advertising Services on National Newspapers and Local Newspapers for a Period of Three (3) Years.

Provision of Routine and Safety Maintenance on Various Roads Within Zone 2 - Ixopo Area Office

Provision of a Fully Automated System for E-pms and E-risk Management System, Fully Bach up Support for a Period of Three Years

Provision of Security Services (24 Months Contract) - Re-advert

the replacement of the existing DPI (Dip proof inverters) with control uninterruptable power supplies (UPSs) for Kriel Power Station 6 units for a period of 2 years

Request for Extension of Validity RFP05-2026

Tender No. Mn: 173/2025 Panel of Service Providers to Supply and Deliver Goods for Various Led Initiatives for a Period Not Exceeding 36 Months

Appointment of a Panel of Four (4) Turnkey Electrical Service Providers (engineering & Construction) to Provider Electrical Services, Including Expertise for Mlm for a Period of 36 Months.

The Supply of Medical Supplies and Medication at the Kriel Power Station Medical Centre “as and When Required for a Period of 5 Years (60 Months)”

National Procurement in South Africa

Key National Procurement Entities

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