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

Request for proposal: Submission of detailed proposals for appointment on a panel for funding, design, construction, and delivery of key infrastructure capital projects under a turnkey (design-finance-build) delivery model on risk for a period of three years.

Request for Proposal for Appointment of Travel Management Company To Provide Travel Management Services for DOA Officials in the Joe Gqabi District For the Period of 36 months

Provision of indigent system for the period of three years

The Application Fog Spray on Provincial Road P47/1 (KM+ 3.00 to KM+4.00, KM +6.000 to KM + 12.000 and KM +16.000 to KM + 20.000) in Zululand District, Abaqulusi Local Municipality under Empangeni Region

Crack Sealing of RoadsP46/1, P309/1, P404, P303, P52/3 and P46/3 Under Abaqulusi Local Municipality (Empangeni Region)

Supply, Delivery, Installation and Testing of Smart Lockers, Support for Prepacked Chronic Medicines to Be Dispensed for Clients at Various Institutions Including Three Year Subscription : Icn No:999952s0388076

Supply and Analyze Hazardous Chemical Agents Sampling Media on an as and When Required Basis for a Period of 5 Years for Eskom Oh Aia Lethabo Power Station.

Upgrading of Umsobomvu Sports Facilities

Provision of office accommodation for the Northern Cape Province(Kimberly)

Appointment of a Service Provider to Conduct Machinery and Plant Operator Trainings for the Department of Water and Sanitation: Eastern Operations as and When Required for a Period of 24 Months

Appointment of a Service Provider to Conduct Occupational Health and Safety (ohs) Compliance Trainings for the Department of Water and Sanitation: Eastern Operations as and When Required for a Period of 24 Months.

Appointment of an Occupational Therapist For A Period Ending 30 June 2028

Supply of Sophos Licenses for A 3 Year Period

ICT Support Services for a Period Ending 30 June 2028

Provision Of Website Hosting And Support Services For A 3 Year Period

Call for Proposal for the Development of Mqanduli 500 Units-middle Income Hosing Township, for a Period of 36 Months

Provision of an External Loan for the Funding of a Regional Landfill Site

Provision of Comprehensive Security Services at Adelaide Research Station for a Period of Three Years (36 Months)

Provision of Comprehensive Security Services at Mpofu Training Institute for a Period of Three Years (36 Months)

National Procurement in South Africa

Key National Procurement Entities

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