How to Read a Tender Document: The 10 Things to Check in the First 5 Minutes
Stop wasting hours reading tender documents you can't win. Learn the 10 critical things to check in the first 5 minutes to decide if a tender is worth pursuing.
Tender Basics
Practical guides on tender basics for South African government tenders.
How Government Tenders Are Evaluated: Price vs. Functionality Scoring Explained
Understand how government tenders are scored in South Africa. 80/20 vs 90/10 split, functionality thresholds, B-BBEE points, and how to maximize your score.
How to Find Government Tenders in South Africa (eTender Portal & More)
Learn how to search the eTender Portal, National Treasury, and provincial portals to find government tenders in South Africa. Plus tips on setting up alerts so you never miss an opportunity.
What Is a Responsive Tender? Explained for South African SMEs
A responsive tender meets every mandatory requirement. Learn what that means for SA government and SOE bids—and why it matters before price is even opened.
Procurement Portal Setup: The Fastest Way to See More Tenders in SA
Step-by-step setup for South African tender portals, alerts, and filters so you see more opportunities and stop missing deadlines.
RFQ vs Tender in South Africa: The SME Guide to Faster Wins
Understand the difference between RFQs and tenders in South Africa, when to bid for each, and how SMEs can win faster with RFQs.
Municipal Tenders in South Africa: Where to Find Them and How to Win
A practical guide to municipal tenders in South Africa: where to find local opportunities, how evaluation works, and how to win municipal contracts consistently.
From Zero to R10 Million: A Step-by-Step Tender Winning Blueprint for First-Time Bidders
The step-by-step guide to winning your first government tender. From CSD registration to your first R10 million contract—everything first-time bidders need to know.
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