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 Service Provider to Supply, Deliver of Access Control System Installation for Public Protector South Africa (ppsa) in Bisho

Request for Proposals for Infrastructure Off Balance Sheet Financing for the Following: -water and Electricity Prepaid Smart Meters, -bulk Infrastructure for Sewer, Water and Electricity -financing for Rand Water and Eskom Accounts

Request for Proposals for a Multi-disciplinary Team for the Development of the Carletonville Extension 7 Integrated Human Settlements

Readvert: Request for a Proposal (rfp) for Programing, Commision, Amr and Remote Reading and Installation of Check Meters

Appointment of Service Provider for Alarm System Installation Including 24/7 Monitoring and Armed Response for the Public Protector South Africa (bhisho Provincial Office).

Supply, Plan and Installation of Mimosa Links

Provision of High Volatile Coal Management Services at Arnot Power Station for Coal Contract for a Period of Thirty- Six (36) Months on an as and When Required Basis.

Appointment of a Panel of Service Providers for Supply, Delivery, Installation and Support of Iot Applications and Platform for a Period of Three (3) Years with an Option to Extend for a Further Two (2) Years.

Supply, delivery and offloading of breeding pigs. ARC-AP Irene

Establishment of a Panel of Suppliers for the Supply and Delivery of Protective Clothing/safety Wear Over a Three-year Period

Invitation to Bid: Provision of Hygiene Services, Fumigation and Pest Control at Ilembe District Municipality for a Three-year Period

Appointment of a Panel of Consulting Engineering Firms for a Period of Three (03) Years as and When Required

Renovation and Diversification of the Balele Game Abattoir in Utrecht

Request for a Proposal: Appointment of a Service Provider for Game Hunting and Markerting of the Lawrence De Lange Game Reserve for a Period of Three (3) Years

Profesional Service Provider for Training of Operators in Different Machinery

Minor Maintenance Work to Existing Building - Isikhoba Clinic

Provision of Sanitary Disposal Services Contract for a Period of 36 Months

Minor Works Maintenance to Existing Building- Qoqodala

Reputable Service Provider to Conduct External Independent Annual Audit for Uphongolo Landfill Site

Purchase, Collection and Removal of a Scrap Burned 40 Mva Transformer Without Oil, Serial Number 29616, at Giraffe Substation, at Hoopstad.

National Procurement in South Africa

Key National Procurement Entities

Tips for Winning National Tenders

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