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This tender is for the procurement and delivery of specific laptop models to the independent development trust's head office in pretoria. IT is a request for quotation (RFQ) targeting suppliers who can provide the specified hp elitebook and probook models with required warranties. The tender uses the 80/20 preference point system for evaluation.
• Deliver bid to: idt, glenwood office park, cnr. Oberon & sprite streets, faerie glen, pretoria. • Submission deadline: 31 july 2026 at 12:00 pm. • Ensure all returnable documents are completed and included.
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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.
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The council for scientific and industrial research (csir) is requesting quotations for the provision of specialised IT support services for the south african robotics ocean technology & innovation centre (sa-robotic) in cape town for a period of three years. This tender is aimed at IT service providers capable of managing the secure, high-availability infrastructure required for ocean robotics platforms, communications, and data systems. The scope includes vps hosting, cybersecurity, communications infrastructure for autonomous marine vehicles, systems administration, and backup services.
• Submit your quotation electronically to [email protected] By the closing date and time. Late submissions will not be considered. • Use the RFQ number (RFQ 6740/07/08/2026) and description as the email subject line. • The total email and file size must not exceed 25mb per email. Do not use cloud solutions like wetransfer, google drive, or dropbox. • File naming should be short and simple. • All documentation must be submitted in english. • Ensure you submit all mandatory returnable documents (annexure b: pricing schedule, two contactable reference letters) and essential returnable documents (annexures c, d, e, f, company profile). Failure to submit mandatory documents will result in disqualification. • Bidders confirm the correctness and validity of their quotation, covering all services and obligations. Any pricing mistakes are at the bidder's own risk. • The csir reserves the right to extend the closing date, verify submissions, request documentary proof, carry out site inspections, and post-tender negotiate.
This is a request for information from ESKOM for the tuning of its plexos® model, used for market forecasting, trading, and valuation studies. IT is aimed at professional service providers with expertise in energy market modelling.
• Submit electronically via ESKOM e-tendering page: https://etendering.eskom.co.za. • Closing date: 07 august 2026 at 10h00 south african standard time. • Upload documents in pdf and excel format only. • Maximum upload size per document is 500 mb; total submission restricted to 4 gb. • Do not submit zip/compressed files; NO hard copies accepted. • If resubmitting, only the latest version will be considered; previous submissions become null and void. • Ensure submission status is marked as complete. • Refer to the supplier help manual and video on the ESKOM e-tendering page for guidance.
Johannesburg water invites quotations for the construction and installation of a brick wall fence at the ennerdale sewer pump station. This tender is for contractors capable of delivering the specified fencing work, including attending a compulsory site briefing. IT is subject to preferential procurement regulations and requires submission via the e-tender portal.
• Submit your quotation via the e-tender portal at https://www.etenders.gov.za/. • Quotations must be submitted by the closing date and time; late submissions will not be accepted. • Ensure your quotation is on company letterhead and in pdf format only (ms word, excel, or pictures are not allowed). • The total quotation value must include all applicable taxes; failure to include taxes will lead to disqualification. • You must submit a copy of a valid b-bbee certificate or a compliant sworn affidavit. • All attached mbd forms (mbd 4, 8, 9, 6.1) Must be duly completed and signed. • Provide proof of csd registration (maaa supplier number). • Submit company registration documents with ID copies of directors/shareholders. • Submit a copy of a valid lease agreement or municipal account statement not older than 3 months and not in arrears for more than 90 days. • Where applicable, submit a properly signed joint venture agreement.
This tender is a request for quotation from johannesburg water for the supply and delivery of 100 locally manufactured rsv gate valves (100mm, pn16) that must comply with sabs 664-2009. IT is aimed at suppliers, particularly smmes that are 51% or more black-owned, who can meet strict technical and compliance requirements.
• Submit your quote exclusively via the etender portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/). Use your csd credentials to log in. • The quote must be submitted as a pdf document on your company letterhead. Ms word, excel, or picture files are not allowed. • Quotes received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. • The total quoted price must be inclusive of all applicable taxes. • You must provide a manufacturer datasheet and the manufacturer's name. Failure to provide the datasheet will result in disqualification. • You must notify the johannesburg water technical team 48 hours prior to any inspection of the valves during the manufacturing stage. • Compulsory returnable documents to attach include: 1. Original valid tax clearance certificate or valid SARS pin. 2. A valid b-bbee certificate or a compliant sworn affidavit. 3. Municipal rates and taxes account statement not older than 90 days in arrears. 4. Signed declaration of interest form (mbd 4). 5. Declaration of bidder's past supply chain management practices (mbd 8). 6. Certificate of independent bid determination (mbd 9). 7. Proof of csd registration (maaa supplier number). 8. Preference points claim form (mbd 6.1). 9. Company registration documents with ID copies of directors/shareholders. • If applicable, submit a properly signed joint venture agreement.
Johannesburg water is requesting quotations for professional topographical survey services at three satellite depot locations in gauteng: glenvista, hursthill, and scott athol. This tender is aimed at qualified land surveyors and geomatics professionals to support the electromechanical section's depot infrastructure projects.
• Submit your quotation exclusively via the e-tender portal at https://www.etenders.gov.za/. NO other submission methods are accepted. • The closing date is 30 july 2026 at 16:00. Late submissions will not be considered. • Your quotation must be on your company letterhead and submitted as a pdf. Ms word, excel, or picture files are not allowed. • You must complete and attach all compulsory returnable documents. Missing or incomplete documents will lead to disqualification. • The quotation must be valid for 60 days from the closing date. • The total quoted value must include all applicable taxes (VAT, paye, income tax, uif, sdl). Failure to include all taxes will result in disqualification. • If you are in a joint venture, submit a properly signed joint venture agreement. • Ensure all attached mbd forms (mbd 4, mbd 8, mbd 9, mbd 6.1) Are fully completed and signed. • Quotations without required brand names (if specified) will not be accepted.
Johannesburg water is requesting quotations for the supply and delivery of 100 locally manufactured rsv gate valves (150mm, pn16, sabs 664-2009). this tender is aimed at suppliers, particularly smmes that are 51% or more black-owned, who can provide the required valves and comply with the technical inspection and documentation requirements.
• Submit your quotation exclusively via the etender portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/). • Use your central supplier database (csd) credentials to log in. • Your submission must be a single pdf file on your company letterhead. Ms word, excel, or picture files are not accepted. • Quotations received after the closing date and time will not be accepted. • The following compulsory returnable documents must be attached: 1. Original valid tax clearance certificate or valid SARS pin. 2. A valid b-bbee certificate or a compliant sworn affidavit (non-compliant affidavits score zero). 3. Municipal rates and taxes account statement not older than 3 months and not in arrears for more than 90 days. 4. Signed declaration of interest (mbd 4). 5. Declaration of bidder's past supply chain management practices (mbd 8). 6. Certificate of independent bid determination (mbd 9). 7. Proof of csd registration (maaa supplier number). 8. Preference points claim form (mbd 6.1). 9. Company registration documents with ID copies of directors/shareholders. • Failure to provide the required manufacturer datasheet and brand names will result in disqualification.
The south african bureau of standards (sabs) is appointing a panel of experts to provide training, consulting, and assessment services for internationally recognised iso management system standards. This tender is for experienced subject matter experts, facilitators, consultants, and registered lead auditors.
• Submit proposals electronically to [email protected] By 12 august 2026 at 11:00am. • Maximum file size 14mb. Use pdf files (compressed zipped folder if necessary). • Do not submit via links or 'we transfer' – these will not be accepted. • Include the tender reference number and description in the email subject. • Late submissions will not be accepted. • The submission email is for proposals only – do not send clarification questions to this address. • You must register on the national treasury central supplier database (csd) at www.CSD.gov.za. • Complete and submit all required appendices as listed in the returnable documents section. • Ensure you submit the 'intention to respond' form (appendix d) by the closing date. • Canvassing or contacting other sabs personnel may lead to disqualification.
The gauteng provincial government is requesting quotations for a service provider to conduct demographic and market analysis studies for pretoria, germiston, durnswart, and midway stations. The contract period is five months. This RFQ is targeted at professional service providers in the consulting and research sector.
• Conduct demographic and market analysis studies • service required for pretoria, germiston, durnswart, and midway stations • contract duration of five (5) months
ESKOM is seeking a specialist consultant to develop an integrated framework covering commercial, valuation, tariff, and system-configuration aspects. This framework will support the implementation of eskom's electricity trading and customer proposition. This is a request for information (RFI) from suppliers with expertise in these areas.
• Submit electronically via ESKOM e-tendering at https://etendering.eskom.co.za. • Closing date: 07 august 2026 at 10h00 south african standard time. • Upload documents in pdf and excel format only. • Maximum upload size per document is 500 mb; total submission restricted to 4 gb. • Do not submit zip/condensed files; NO hard copies accepted. • Ensure submission status is indicated as complete. • If resubmitting, only the latest version will be accepted; previous submissions become null and void. • Use the provided response sheet (part b) to answer specific questions.
ESKOM invites tenders for the supply and delivery of coal plant spares on an 'as and when' required basis for majuba power station. This open tender is for suppliers capable of providing designated components like motors, pumps, and conveyor parts. Bidders must comply with strict local content thresholds and submit electronically by the specified deadline.
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ESKOM is seeking a multi-disciplinary consultancy to support the establishment and operationalisation of traderco, an unregulated energy trading entity, and its interface with the regulated edx change entity. This expression of interest (EOI) aims to identify suitably qualified suppliers with expertise in electricity trading, market reforms, and business transformation to help ESKOM participate in the evolving south african wholesale electricity market. The consultancy will cover business models, governance, commercial frameworks, regulatory compliance, and implementation.
• You must submit a fully completed e-tendering training acknowledgement form (template ID: 240-9722574 rev 1). • This form is a mandatory returnable document. • Failure to fully complete and submit the form to ESKOM within the prescribed period will render your tender non-responsive and you will be disqualified.
The ethekwini municipality requires a service provider from the bakery industry to establish, operate, and provide technical and advisory services for its bakery facility. This is a 36-month contract, and a compulsory briefing session is scheduled. Suitable bidders should have proven experience and qualifications in the commercial bakery sector.
Returnable documents: information will be verified with central supplier, database (csd). In case of a consortium/ joint venture,, information will be verified on central supplier, database (csd)., Bid and declaration of interest, marking the NO box. If the contents of the paragraph only need to be noted, please mark the noted
This tender involves the replacement and rehabilitation of the internal building sewer system and external main sewer line at bongani hospital for the free state department of health. IT is open to contractors with a CIDB grading of 6ce or higher. NO compulsory briefing session is required.
• CIDB grading of 6ce or higher • scope: replacement and rehabilitation of internal and external sewer systems • client: free state department of health
Purco SA (purchasing consortium southern africa) is inviting tender proposals from interested service providers for the supply of paint and other related products to its membership base. This is a national request for proposal aimed at appointing suppliers who can deliver paint and related products to purco SA member organisations. Bidders must purchase the tender document online and submit their proposals via the purco SA portal by the closing date.
To submit your bid, log in to the purcosa.co.za Website using the username and password of the person who purchased the tender document. Then, go to www.purcosa.co.za/my-tenders To view your purchased tenders. Click on the ‘submit bid’ link to submit your bid documents. Only tender submissions received by the due date will be considered. NO exceptions will be made for late submissions.
This tender is a request for quotation for the service and repair of all transformers at the DENEL irene campus in centurion. Suppliers must attend a mandatory site meeting to receive the full technical specifications. The tender is issued by DENEL (pty) ltd.
• Attend a mandatory site meeting on 28 july 2026 (tuesday) from 10:00 to 11:00. • The site meeting will be held at the irene campus, nelmapius drive, centurion, 0157. • Full technical specifications will only be provided and explained during the site meeting. • Acknowledge receipt of the invitation. • Contact person for the meeting is palesa at phone number 012 671 1119.
This tender is an invitation for suppliers to attend a site meeting regarding the repair of two passenger lifts at DENEL land systems in lyttelton, gauteng. IT is intended for contractors who can perform machinery and equipment repairs. The full specifications and requirements will be detailed at the mandatory site meeting.
• Attendance at the mandatory site meeting on tuesday, 28 july 2026 from 10:00 to 11:00 is required. • The site meeting will be held at the lyttelton campus, 365 selbourne avenue north, lyttelton. • The work involves the repair of two passenger lifts at liw DENEL land systems. • Full technical specifications will only be provided and briefed at the site meeting. • Suppliers must acknowledge receipt of the invitation. • The primary contact for the meeting is palesa at phone number 012 671 1119.
This is a request for quotation from johannesburg water for the supply and delivery of specific water and pipe infrastructure materials to its langlaagte depot. IT is targeted at suppliers who can provide gaskets, steel hydrant pipes, and pvc pipes that meet strict technical specifications. The tender includes specific goals for black-owned smmes and requires submission via the national e-tender portal.
Submit your quotation via the e-tender portal (https://www.etenders.gov.za/). Follow the portal steps: search for johannesburg water, use the RFQ reference number, log in with csd credentials, attach compulsory documents, and confirm submission. If portal issues, contact etenders contact centre at +27(0)12 406 9222 / 012 406-9229 / 012 312-5000 or [email protected]. Key requirements: - quotations must be on company letterhead. - Late submissions will not be accepted. - Provide brand names where required. - Total quotation must include all applicable taxes. - Submit a valid b-bbee certificate or sworn affidavit. - Ensure all attached mbd forms are completed and signed. - Submit a valid lease agreement or municipal account statement not older than 3 months. - Provide manufacturer datasheets and names for all items; failure results in disqualification. - Sample units may be requested before order. - Quotations must be in pdf format only (NO ms word, excel, or pictures). - Submit a joint venture agreement if applicable. - NO quotations from persons in the service of the state or blacklisted bidders.
This is a request for quotation (RFQ) from DENEL (pty) ltd for the servicing of all fire extinguishers at DENEL land systems in gauteng. The tender seeks a qualified service provider to maintain a specified inventory of co2 and dry chemical powder (dcp) extinguishers, hydrants, and hose reels. Bidders must submit their proposals by the closing date and comply with mandatory administrative and preferential procurement requirements.
• Submit your RFQ by email to [email protected]. • The closing date is 28 july (year not specified in document) at 11:00. • Late submissions will not be considered. • You must include the tender number as a reference in your quotation. • Required returnable documents include: - declaration of interest: sbd4. - Preference points claim form: sbd6.1. • Failure to disclose all csd-registered active companies linked to all directors will lead to disqualification. • If you are listed in the register for tender defaulters or list of restricted suppliers, you will be automatically disqualified.
TRANSNET pipelines is seeking a supplier to design, manufacture, supply, and deliver four emergency response trailers with equipment for their workshop. The successful bidder will be required to meet technical pre-qualification criteria, including valid welder certifications and nrcs certificates for trailer registration. The contract will be awarded based on a combination of technical score, price, and b-bbee status level.
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