The public sector closed 2023 with a raft of tenders to keep the ICT sector busy in 2024.
Political and economic stability in South Africa: opportunities and challenges
Title: Political and Economic Stability in South Africa: Opportunities and Challenges Introduction: South Africa, known for its rich cultural heritage and diverse population, has made significant...
Continue reading...South Africa: second bid window for battery storage – ESI-Africa.com
The DMRE invites bids under the second bid window of the BESIPPPP for 615MW of battery energy storage capacity and ancillary services.
National Treasury: No tender adverts during festive season
A nationwide warning to government departments, municipalities and state entities to wait until the second week of 2024 unless there is an emergency
SANRAL to inject billions into construction industry in 2024
The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) has started adjudicating tenders worth R6.43 billion that will be awarded early in 2024 to boost the construction industry.
Challenges faced by foreign companies bidding for South African tenders
Title: Challenges Faced by Foreign Companies Bidding for South African Tenders Introduction: South Africa’s vibrant economy and extensive infrastructure development projects have attracted the attention of...
Continue reading...South Africa launches bid window 7 for renewable energy projects
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has launched BW7 of the REIPPPP. The goal is to procure 5 GW of renewable energy capacity, comprising 3.2 GW onshore wind and 1.8 GW solar PV. All selected projects must be grid-connected by 2025.
South Africa Announces Tender for 5 GW Renewable Capacity under BW7
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) of South Africa has released a tender under the seventh bid window (BW7)
South Africa Launches Bid Window 7 For 5000 MW Renewable Energy Projects
The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy announces the seventh bid submission phase (Bid Window 7) under the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (REIPPPP). The call seeks 5000 MW from Solar Photovoltaic and Onshore Wind projects. Prospective bidders must register, pay a documentation fee, and adhere to the submission schedule.
South Africa launches bids for 5,000 MW renewable and 615 MW battery capacity to beat power deficit
The Government of South Africa has launched bidding rounds for 5,000 MW of new power generation capacity from renewable sources and 615 MW of battery storage, as the country fights to overcome power outages.
The country is also seeking 2,000 MW of capacity from natural gas-fired plants, in line with previously disclosed plans to speed-up development of gas-fired capacity. A statement from the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy said three requests for proposals (RFPs) had been invited from independent power producers (IPPs) for the aforementioned capacities.