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

Appointment of a Service Provider for Provision of Business Management Training to 50 Smme’s in Kruger National Park

Appointment of a Service Provider for Provision of Financial Management Training to 50 Smme’s in Kruger National Park

Two (2) X Borehole Sitting, Two (2) X 100m Borehole Drilling and Two (2) X 48 Hour Borehole Yield Tests at Iphupha Lobawo Farmers Trust, Eastern Cape

Four (4) X Borehole Sitting, Four (4) X 100m Borehole Drilling and Four (4) X 48 Hour Borehole Yield Tests at Corndale Farm Trust, Eastern Cape

Supply, Maintenance, Repair and Calibration of Digital Speed Cameras, Recording Equipment and the Administration of a Back Office for a Period of Three (3) Years

Supply and Delivery of Fire Skids to Swellendam Municipality

Provision of Civil Services (sewer and Water) to Plot 8241 – Swellendam

Supply and Erection of a Fence and Gate at Municipal House at Klipperivier Wastewater Treatment Works

Upgrading of Barrydale Sewer Pump Station

Disposal of Eight (8) Municipal Erven in Hermitage Area – Swellendam

Provision of Ict Services for the Swellendam Municipality for a Period of Three (3) Years

Supply, Delivery and Offload of Water and Sewerage Pipes & Fittings for a 3-year Period

Render Cleaning Services at King Cetshwayo District Office-department of Public Works and Infrastructure-eshowe, 03 Nogqayi Street Eshowe -3815

Appointment of a service provider for North West Parks and Tourism Board short term insurance broking services for a period of three (03) years.

Appointment of a Panel Accredited Training Service Providers for a Period of Three Years

Appointment of a Panel of Suitably Qualified and Experienced Ict Service Providers for the Provision of Various Ict Managed Services to the Ramotshere Moiloa Local Municipality for a Period of 36 Months

Request for Quotation Invitation: Supply, Delivery and Installation of Two(2) Air-conditioning Units.

Invitation to Submit an Offer for the Purchase and Removal of Scrap 1 X 40mva Transformer at Tembisa Substation Behalf of Eskom Dx Gauteng

Invitation to Submit an Offer for the Purchase and Removal of Scrap 1 X 10mva Transformer at Wildfontein Substation Behalf of Eskom Dx Gauteng

Supply and Delivery of Bearings for a period of five (5) years contract on as and when required basis for Matla Power Station

National Procurement in South Africa

Key National Procurement Entities

Tips for Winning National Tenders

Frequently Asked Questions

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