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How to successfully apply for Government Tenders
(6 Steps with tips)

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Here's how to apply and win Government Tenders in South Africa and exactly how our Expert Company Services can make the entire process faster and easier.

If you’re considering applying for Government Tenders, here’s why you should and how to make sure you submit an application that ticks all the required marks.

Get your FREE business consultation today, by calling our TOLL FREE number right now: 0800 007 269!

Should my business apply for Government Tenders?

We talked to Tender Experts and HowToTender to explain why the Government can be the ideal client to help grow your business.

“The bulk of Tender contracts are for periods of 2 to 3 years, which means companies delivering as per their bid proposal have sustainable contracts upon which to grow their businesses,” explains , the director of How2Tender.

“As the largest procurer of goods and services in South-Africa with a budget of roughly R1.56 trillion, the Government can be a very lucrative client.”

All the latest Government Tenders for SMME’s are listed on the SA-Tenders website. Click on the image below to see what is available right now.

Our experts at SA Tenders are ready to assist

Are Government Tenders corrupt?

Many businesses have a common misconception that all Government Tenders are corrupt.

“The bulk of tenders are awarded fairly and according to the preferential procurement act which factors in technical compliance, pricing and B-BBEE.”

“The key is to ensure you deliver compliant and effective bid responses. Educating yourself in this regard is crucial.”

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How can I find the right Tenders and make sure my Tender application are complete:

Simply follow the 6 steps below. In addition, we’ve added some helpful tips regarding the services we offer. We offer a wide range of Company Services to make life easier for South African entrepreneurs like you.

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Step 1: Find Government Tenders relevant to your business

The first thing you need to do is find a Tenders or a RFQ that fits your business. Tenders and RFQ’s are advertised in various places, ranging from newspapers to websites.

You can find the Government’s weekly Tender bulletins right HERE, unfortunately it’s usually over 200 pages long.

Consequently, the easiest way to find the right Tenders and RFQ’s is probably Tender notification services. A Tender notification service notifies you whenever there’s a new Tender available in your area that’s relevant to your business. If you need assistance with this – you can purchase Company Partners’ Tender Search Service @ R99 Once-off here.

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Step 2: Ensure your business can complete the job

Winning a Tender simply means two things: first off all that the Government has chosen you as the most promising supplier and secondly, that you’re going to take on the Government as one of your clients.

Consequently you have to make sure you have the staff, the cash flow, the skills and the equipment to deliver the services the Government needs at the proposed rate and within the proposed timeframe – just like with any other client.

Luckily, if you don’t have the cash flow needed for a 2 to 3 year contract, there are funds and loans available from multiple institutions for Tenders.

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Helpful Tips

  • FinFind offers a Tender Funding Tool that connects you with over 300 funding options available.
  • Our Business Plan service empowers your business with a plan of action to direct your Company and to assure potential funders and loaners of your Company’s competency.
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Step 3: Register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)

Your business has to be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) in order to apply for Government Tenders.

The CSD is the Government’s list of approved suppliers. To get your business on this list, you have to complete an online registration on the National Treasury’s website where you’ll be required to provide your details along with compulsory Company documentation (also see step 4).

Once submitted, the Government will asses your documentation and add you if everything is in order.

Helpful Tips

We have specialists setting up clients’ CSD Profiles for the best possible results. Our CSD Registration Service only costs R490 and we’ll sort it out on your behalf.

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Step 4: Get the required Company Documentation in order

Very often Companies apply for Government Tenders without complying with the list of requirements or without submitting the necessary documentation. Consequently will result in being eliminated before you even get a chance to compete with the other applicants.

Make sure you read the Tender Document thoughtfully and make sure you get all the required Company documentation in order. 

This process can be streamlined through the use of a Shelf Company.

 

Helpful Tips

We’ve employed a team of experts that know exactly what documentation you need for the Tenders in your industry, whether it’s be Construction, Security, Cleaning or other industries – see our Standard Tender Package here.

Learn more about CIDB Registration Online if you want to start with Construction Tenders.

If you only need specific documents, call our TOLL FREE number, 0800 007 269, right now for a FREE consultation.

 
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STEP 5: Fill out your first Tender Application before the deadline

First of all, make sure you submit your application well before the closing date to avoid having an incomplete application, by the time of the deadline.

Allow yourself enough time to research what good Tender responses look like and how competitive your pricing can realistically be.

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Our Tender Subscription Service includes guidance on your first Tender application.

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Step 6: Repeat the process until you reach Tender success!

Now that you’ve completed your first Tender application, the trick is mastering your Government Tender applications.

As a result of great, competitive Tender responses you’ll be paving your way to Tender success soon enough!

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Our Tender Subscription Service includes an hour consultation every month to assist you with future applications.

If you win a Tender within the first 12 months, we’ll sponsor your first year (R6000+)! Therefore we’ll return whatever you’ve paid in Tender License Subscription fees already.

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Want to know more about How to Tender Successfully in South Africa? check out our most recent article, Here.

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