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, Delivery and Off-loading of Medium Voltage and Low Voltage Circuit Breakers for Lesedi Local Municipality on an as and When Required Basis for a Period of Three Years.

Termite Eradication & Quarterly Ipm / Fumigation Programme on an as and When Required Basis for a Period of Three Years

Sentech requires the services in respect of, inter alia, to assist with planning, supply, installation, and commissioning of 2 Leased line links for Sentech.

Appointment of Service Providers onto a panel of Ka-Band VSAT Managed Services for a period of three (3) years, with the option to extend for a further two (2) years.

Design, manufacture, supply, delivery, installation, commissioning and putting into service of a natural zeolite pressure vessels at Barrage Water Treatment Plant

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) wishes to appoint a suitable service provider to conduct Advanced Trial Advocacy Training for five (5) days for eleven (11) delegates.

The Appointment of a Professional Service Provider to Develop the Stormwater Management Plan for Sebokeng and Leeuwkuil Wastewater Treatment Works In Emfuleni Local Municipality

Appointment of a Service Provider for Provision of Training on First Aid Level One for Twenty (20) Departmental Employees in or Around King Williams Town / Bisho for a Period of Two (2) Days.

Appointment of a Service Provider for Provision of Training on Fire Fighting for Twenty (20) Departmental Employees in or Around King Williams Town for a Period of Two (2) Days.

Supply and fitment of UPS battery backup systems

Mobile Communications Solution

Catering Services for Human Rights Essay Competition

Provision of Photography Services for the Nelson Mandela Museum

Supply and Delivery of Livestreaming Services - Nelson Mandela Museum

Supply and Delivery of Cpf Equipment

Tender No. Mn: 17/2025 – Repairs and Maintenance of Kwadukuza Crematorium Equipment for a Period of Three Years

Provision of data backup and replication services for Nelson Mandela Museum for 36 months

Appointment of a professional service provider for design and project management for the refurbishment of Butterworth swimming pool

Provision for a Facilitator for the Iym Institutional Strategic Planning Session for Two Days.

Supply and Delivery of Interior and Exterior Paints.

National Procurement in South Africa

Key National Procurement Entities

Tips for Winning National Tenders

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