Tender News and Blog

The DA welcomes the Minister of Basic Education, Siviwe Gwarube’s decision to stop the issuing of a R9.8 billion tender which would have centralised procurement for the National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) under a single provider.

Two contracts were awarded to the companies to build security and perimeter fences for the Department of Correctional Services.

A R68-million contract was awarded to a security company during the ongoing court application.

The South African Army’s extensive search for armored personnel carriers (APCs) for border patrol duties has progressed with the publication

President Cyril Ramaphosa says the newly signed Public Procurement Act is another important step in ensuring that public funds are put to use where intended.

Industry organisation the South African Institution of Civil Engineering (Saice) calls for commitment to equitable tender pricing in the engineering sector to safeguard the quality and integrity of engineering projects across South Africa. Fair compensation that reflects the true value of engineering services is needed in light of increasing pressures for some engineers to reduce their fees, the organisation says.

The Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA) has announced that is considering cancelling the tender for the repair of Lillian Ngoyi Street, previously known as Bree Street, in the Johannesburg Central Business District due to delays in the road restoration project.

Limpopo premier Dr Phophi Ramathuba says the recently launched provincial government road service delivery programme, called Dikgerekgere Wednesday, will not go out to tender

Limpopo premier Phophi Ramathuba says a program aimed at building the state’s capacity to construct and maintain roads is not a tender opportunity for personal gain.