South Africa currently advertises a diverse range of tender opportunities across various provinces and industries, significant for advancing the country’s economic development. These tenders are pivotal for improving infrastructure, creating employment opportunities, and stimulating growth among local businesses. By participating in these tenders, South African entrepreneurs contribute to inclusive growth, fostering community upliftment and reinforcing public service delivery.
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Gauteng Tender Opportunities
Tender Opportunities: Activities Auxiliary to Financial Service and Insurance Activities
1. Appointment of a Panel of Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) for Postbank’s Card Replacement Project (CRP) Sites
- Tender Number: RFP NO: 03/14/25-26
- Project Scope: Establishing a panel of MNOs to support Postbank’s Card Replacement Project sites over three years, ensuring reliable mobile network services.
- Eligibility Criteria: Relevant telecom industry qualifications and capacity to deliver network services at designated locations.
- Submission Requirements: Tender documents available online; submission through non-electronic methods (eSubmission not allowed). Includes technical and financial proposals.
- Deadline: 12 December 2025 at 11:00
- Impact Analysis: This tender offers telecommunications firms an opportunity to engage in a critical financial service infrastructure project, enabling enhanced customer service and network reliability that supports Postbank’s operations.
2. Appointment of a Service Provider for Supplying, Configuring, and Deploying Industrial 5G Cellular Routers
- Tender Number: RFP NO: 03/15/25-26
- Project Scope: Supply, configuration, and deployment of industrial-grade 5G cellular routers with multi-SIM, auto-failover, VPN capability, and remote management for Postbank facilities.
- Eligibility Criteria: Experience with 5G technology deployment and remote management systems.
- Submission Requirements: Non-electronic submission; detailed technical and financial proposals required.
- Deadline: 12 December 2025 at 11:00
- Impact Analysis: Supports digital transformation in financial services, enabling high-tech connectivity and resilience in communication systems, which is vital for modern banking operations.
3. Procurement of Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
- Tender Number: RFP NO: 03/16/25-26
- Project Scope: Provision of VDI solutions delivering cloud or data center-hosted desktop environments to improve operational flexibility.
- Eligibility Criteria: Certified experience in VDI implementation and cloud services.
- Submission Requirements: Submission of comprehensive technical and financial proposals excluding eSubmission.
- Deadline: 12 December 2025 at 11:00
- Impact Analysis: Facilitates modernization in IT infrastructure, boosting efficiency and enabling remote work capabilities within Postbank’s operations.
Services: Professional Tender Opportunities
- 4. Provision of an Outsourced Interim Supply Chain Manager
- Tender Number: EWSETA/RFQ/054/2025-26
- Project Scope: Appointment of an interim supply chain manager for six months with a one-month termination notice at Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority (EWSETA).
- Eligibility Criteria: Professional qualifications in supply chain management and proven interim management experience.
- Submission Requirements: Request for Quotation via manual submission; no briefing session.
- Deadline: 11 November 2025 at 13:00
- Impact Analysis: Creates opportunities for qualified professionals to contribute to governance and operational efficiency in the energy and water sector.
5. Replacement and Installation of New DSTV Infrastructure at Road Accident Fund (RAF) Head Office
- Tender Number: PR10112592
- Project Scope: Replace outdated DSTV infrastructure and install a modern system at RAF Head Office, Centurion.
- Eligibility Criteria: Experience in audiovisual systems installation and maintenance.
- Submission Requirements: Manual submission only, includes technical and financial documents; compulsory briefing session.
- Deadline: 12 November 2025 at 15:00
- Impact Analysis: Benefits service providers in audiovisual technology and improves employee and client communication infrastructure at a key government institution.
Mpumalanga Tender Opportunities
Other Service Activities Tender Opportunities
1. Service and Maintenance of Weighbridges at Kendal Inland Terminals
- Tender Number: TPT/2025/11/0031/110692/RFQ
- Project Scope: One-off service and maintenance of weighbridges at Transnet’s Kendal Inland Terminals.
- Eligibility Criteria: Service providers with mechanical maintenance expertise and relevant certifications.
- Submission Requirements: Manual quotation submission with compulsory briefing on-site.
- Deadline: 11 November 2025 at 12:00
- Impact Analysis: This opportunity supports local maintenance contractors while ensuring critical transport and logistics infrastructure remains operational and efficient.
Free State Tender Opportunities
Services: General Tender Opportunities
1. General Service and Overhaul of High-Pressure, High-Temperature Turbine Valves at Lethabo Power Station
- Tender Number: E2120GXGPLET
- Project Scope: Five-year contract for the servicing and overhaul of turbine valves on units 1-6 at Eskom’s Lethabo Power Station, including outages and maintenance opportunities.
- Eligibility Criteria: Contractors with technical expertise in turbine maintenance and compliance with Eskom’s electronic tendering system.
- Submission Requirements: Electronic tender submission via Eskom’s E-tendering platform; manual or email submissions not accepted.
- Deadline: 5 December 2025 at 10:00
- Impact Analysis: This tender is vital for mechanical engineering firms and helps maintain essential energy infrastructure, supporting power supply reliability and skilled job creation.
Western Cape Tender Opportunities
Supplies: General Tender Opportunities
1. Appointment of a Service Provider for Destination Marketing, Management, and Development
- Tender Number: GRDM/12/25-26 & GRDM/12/25-26(1)
- Project Scope: Three-year contract focusing on specific initiatives related to destination marketing, management, and development within the Garden Route District.
- Eligibility Criteria: Proven experience in tourism promotion, project management, and local stakeholder collaboration.
- Submission Requirements: Request for Proposal with compulsory briefing sessions conducted online.
- Deadline: 18 November 2025 at 11:00
- Impact Analysis: Encourages tourism sector businesses to expand reach and contribute to regional economic development through strategic destination management.
KwaZulu-Natal Tender Opportunities
Services: Professional Tender Opportunities
1. Training for 50 Officials on MS Excel Levels 1 & 2
- Tender Number: DQP 125/2025 LG
- Project Scope: Conduct training sessions over five days covering MS Excel fundamentals and intermediate skills for government officials.
- Eligibility Criteria: Experienced training providers with educational facilities and course development in MS Excel.
- Submission Requirements: Manual submission; no briefing session.
- Deadline: 11 November 2025 at 11:00
- Impact Analysis: Supports skills development in public sector employees, contributing to improved administrative capacity and efficiency.
These tenders present significant growth avenues for South African businesses across industries such as telecommunications, IT services, professional training, infrastructure maintenance, and tourism. By engaging in these opportunities, local enterprises can boost operational capacities, foster job creation, and support essential services that underpin economic and social development nationwide.
For full tender details, application procedures, and additional opportunities, prospective bidders are encouraged to visit the official portal at www.etenders.gov.za. Seizing these tenders can empower entrepreneurs and enterprises to actively participate in South Africa’s drive toward inclusive and sustainable economic growth across all provinces and sectors.
