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Before applying, ensure your business is registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and that your tax affairs are in order. For construction tenders, verify yourCIDB gradingmeets the specific requirements of the tender.
β’ Submit one original copy of the bid document, accompanied by an electronic copy on USB. β’ place bid documents in the tender box at the csos office before the closing date and time. β’ Late bids will not be accepted and may be returned unopened. β’ Use official forms provided; do not retype them. β’ Returnable documents include: valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit, full csd report, valid tax pin/compliance letter, and fully completed sbd forms (1, 4, and 6.1). β’ Mandatory requirement: for individuals, submit a copy of a law degree. For companies, submit a copy of a law degree for the nominated individual. β’ Failure to provide any required documents or comply with submission rules may render the bid invalid. --- β’ Appointment does not guarantee allocation of work; csos allocates disputes as needed. β’ Work allocation is initially equal, then rotated chronologically. β’ Adjudicators report to senior manager: dispute resolution. β’ Csos may invite adjudicators to training or seminars at NO additional cost.
β’ Submit the pricing proposal/costing schedule electronically via email to the supply chain department. β’ Fully complete and sign the declaration of interest (sbd 4) electronically or in black ink. β’ Submit a SARS pin with expiry date for tax verification, or provide your csd supplier number. β’ Provide proof of central supplier database registration (www.csd.gov.za). β’ Submit company reference letters not older than five years demonstrating experience in evaluating grants. β’ Complete all required schedules in the request for bid (RFB) as specified. β’ Provide a letter of authority for the signatory on company letterhead. β’ Submit signed and bank-stamped banking details. β’ Accept the general conditions of contract/bid and answer all related questions.
β’ Submit your tender by 12h00 on 16 july 2026. β’ Physical submission address: umngeni-uthukela water, 310 burger street, pietermaritzburg, 3201. Deposit in the tender box. β’ Faxed or emailed submissions will not be accepted. β’ Submit one original paper copy plus one electronic copy on a USB stick. β’ Late submissions will not be accepted. β’ Ensure your submission is complete and includes all required returnable schedules and documents. Incomplete submissions may be rejected. β’ All corrections on documents must be initialed in black ink by the signatory. β’ Bids must be completed in english. β’ Ensure you bring your bid documents to the compulsory briefing meeting for signing. NO concessions if you do not have them.
Submit a signed confirmation on company letterhead stating that goods/services will be supplied and delivered per the scope of work in the specification document. Required details: bidder's name, signatory's name and title, contact details, and email address.
β’ Submit your quotation via email to [email protected] By 29 june 2026 at 16:00. Late submissions are automatically disqualified. β’ Maximum email attachment size: 2mb. For larger files, split into parts or provide a downloadable link (saa is not responsible for corrupt links). β’ Required returnable documents: saa vendor document (annexure 1), sbd 4 document (annexure 2), general conditions of contract (annexure 3), engineering and construction contract (annexure 4). β’ Bid document must be duly signed by an authorised respondent. Incomplete submissions invalidate the quote.
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β’ Submit proposals electronically via the ESKOM e-tendering portal: https://etendering.eskom.co.za. β’ Upload all documents into the designated folders: technical, commercial, financial, and other. β’ All files must be in pdf format; the pricing schedule must also include an excel copy. β’ Maximum file size per document: 500 mb; total submission size must not exceed 4 gb. β’ Mandatory annexures (must be completed, signed where required, and uploaded before the deadline): - authorisation form (annexure a) - acknowledgement form (annexure b) - tendererβs particulars (annexure c) - integrity declaration (annexure d) β read the supplier integrity pact first - cpa for local goods/services (annexure e) - cpa for imported goods/services (annexure f, if applicable) - sbd 1 invitation to bid (annexure h) - sbd 6.1 Preference points claim form (annexure i) - sbd 4 bidders disclosure (annexure j) - nec or other contract (annexure k) - pricing schedule/boq (annexure l) β excel copy required - ESKOM standard conditions of tender (annexure m) - schedule q (annexure n) - quality annexure (annexure o) β’ closing date and time: 13 july 2026 at 10:00 AM sast. Late submissions will be rejected. β’ Clarifications: email questions to [email protected] At least five working days before the closing date. β’ Failure to submit disqualifiable returnables (or incomplete/signature issues) results in automatic disqualification. β’ Resubmissions are allowed, but only the latest version is valid; earlier versions are null and void. β’ Ensure submission status is marked as 'complete' in the portal.
Tender documents must be purchased at a non-refundable fee of r1150.00 (VAT included) via the purco SA website. Steps to download: register as a supplier on www.purcosa.co.za, Create a user account, select the RFP under 'tenders and rfps', and pay via the 'pay now' button. Documents are available immediately after payment. Submit your bid by logging in with the purchaserβs credentials, navigating to 'my-tenders', and using the 'submit bid' link. Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.
β’ Submit electronically via ESKOM e-tendering site: https://etendering.eskom.co.za By 17 july 2026 at 10:00 sast. β’ NO hard copy submissions accepted. β’ Upload all documents in pdf format. Maximum file size per document is 500 mb; total submission restricted to 4 gb. β’ Do not upload zip/condensed files. β’ Ensure submission status is indicated as complete and finalized before the closing time. β’ Mandatory returnables required at tender closing (disqualifiable if incomplete/unsigned): annexure a (authorisation form), b (acknowledgement form), c (tendererβs particulars), d (integrity declaration form), e (cpa for local goods/services), G1-G4 (sbd 6.2 And local content annexures), h (sbd 1), i (sbd 6.1 Preference points). β’ Failure to fully complete and submit mandatory returnables by closing will result in disqualification. β’ E-tendering system will not allow submissions after the closing date and time. NO late tenders accepted. β’ Tenderers must have a csd number to access the etendering system. β’ Complete the e-tendering training acknowledgement form and submit IT as a mandatory returnable. β’ Tenders must be submitted in english.
β’ Submit proposals by the closing date and time. Late submissions will not be accepted. β’ Ensure submission is complete. Incomplete submissions will not be accepted. β’ Submit an original and valid tax clearance certificate for price quotations exceeding r30,000 (VAT included). Certified copies are not acceptable. β’ Respond to each evaluation criterion in chronological order, not exceeding four pages per element. Failure to comply invalidates your proposal. β’ Include required returnable documents: sbd forms as specified (sbd 1, sbd 3.3, Sbd 4, sbd 6.1, Sbd 6). β’ All bidders must attend a compulsory briefing session (details not specified in the document).
β’ Submit bid documents in the tender box at raf head office, eco glades 2 office park, 420 witch-hazel avenue, centurion, 0046. Hand-delivered or couriered bids only; faxed or emailed bids will not be accepted. β’ Bids must be placed in the tender box clearly marked with the tender number and description. β’ Submit an original bid document/proposal (hard copy) plus one copy. β’ Bid must be valid for 90 days from the closing date. β’ Required returnable documents: sbd 1, sbd 3.1 (Or 3.2/3.3), sbd 4, sbd 5, sbd 6.1, All completed and signed. β’ Provide proof of CIDB registration (if applicable). β’ Provide tax tcs pin to verify tax status. For consortia/joint ventures, each party must submit a separate tcs pin. β’ Submit a copy of joint venture agreement if applicable. β’ Must be registered on the national treasury central supplier database (csd). β’ Failure to provide any required particulars may render the bid invalid.
β’ Submit one original bid document plus one memory stick (USB) containing a duplicate of the original submission. β’ Deliver to: the procurement manager, nersa, kulawula house, 526 madiba street, arcadia, pretoria. β’ The original bid must be fully completed and signed in ink. Do not retype or convert the document to word format. β’ The memory stick must be sealed in a closed envelope. Non-submission of the memory stick may lead to disqualification. β’ Bids must be submitted in pdf format, bound in a sealed envelope clearly endorsed with: bid number NERSA/2627/CSM/TS/BID008, closing date and time (monday, 06 july 2026 at 11:00), and the bidder's name and address. β’ Bidders must sign a tender register at the reception when dropping off bids. Arrive timeously to allow for security procedures. β’ Late bids will not be considered. The tender box is locked at exactly 11:00. Use telkom time (dial 1026) as the official reference. β’ Bids received via post are deemed received only upon arrival at nersa premises. Late arrivals will be returned unopened. β’ Required returnable documents include: national treasury csd registration summary report, SARS tax compliance status pin letter, bidderβs disclosure, preference points claim form, b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit, invitation to bid, special conditions of bid and contract, technical proposal, cvs of proposed team members, and reference letters.
β’ Submit your response via email to [email protected]. β’ Address the email to the attention of SCM demand management. β’ Only the original equipment manufacturer (oem) or an accredited partner/reseller of the oem may respond. β’ Indicate your bidding structure (individual, joint venture, consortium, using subcontractors, or other) and provide the required details for each entity. β’ Responses must be structured according to the numbered headings in the RFI. β’ include all required information: company profile, relevant experience, at least two comparable reference implementations, solution overview, implementation approach, indicative commercial information, and any presentation/demonstration material. β’ Responses must be factual and clearly state whether each capability is standard, configurable, customisable, optional, or not available. β’ Failure to meet eligibility criteria (csd registration, tax compliance, not being a restricted supplier or tender defaulter) will result in disqualification.
Results system audit
Independent governance, compliance & assurance (igc&a) services
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RFP 04/2026 - the appointment of a service provider for the provision of customer insights platform (including customer experience and research components) for a period of three (3) years.
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Appointment of panel of research and ad hoc projects service providers for a period of five (5) years for the government communication and information system (gcis)
Provision of guarding security services to umngeni-uthukela water sites at central region for a period of five years
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Government tenders represent a significant opportunity for South African businesses to secure stable, long-term contracts and contribute to national development. The South African government, through its various departments, municipalities, and state-owned entities (SOEs), procures billions of Rands worth of goods and services annually. From infrastructure projectsand IT solutionsto consulting servicesand general supplies, there are opportunities for businesses of all sizes. Tenders SA aggregates these opportunities into a single, easy-to-use platform, helping you discover relevant contracts without navigating hundreds of different government websites.
Success in tendering starts with identifying the right opportunities. Instead of applying for every available contract, focus on tenders that align with your core competencies, experience, and capacity. Use our category filtersto browse by industry sector, or search by location using ourprovince listingsto find opportunities in your regionβwhether that's the economic hub ofGauteng, the coastal economy of the Western Cape, or emerging markets in Limpopo. Pay close attention to the tender description, closing date, and briefing session details to ensure you have enough time to prepare a compliant and competitive bid.
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