How do I find DoD tenders?

This page lists DoD tenders aggregated from official South African procurement sources. DoD also publishes on its own site at https://www.dod.mil.za.

Do I need to be registered to bid on DoD tenders?

Yes. No organ of state may award to a supplier who is not Active on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), so CSD registration is the first requirement whatever else DoD asks for. Sector registrations may also apply — CIDB grading for construction work, PSIRA for security.

What kind of work does DoD put out to tender?

Commonly military equipment, vehicles, uniforms, services. The live list on this page is the authoritative view of what is open right now.

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The Department of Defence manages the South African National Defence Force. Tenders include military equipment, vehicles, uniforms, and services.

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The Department of Defence manages the South African National Defence Force. Tenders include military equipment, vehicles, uniforms, and services.

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Common questions about DoD tenders

How do I find DoD tenders?: This page lists DoD tenders aggregated from official South African procurement sources. DoD also publishes on its own site at https://www.dod.mil.za.
Do I need to be registered to bid on DoD tenders?: Yes. No organ of state may award to a supplier who is not Active on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), so CSD registration is the first requirement whatever else DoD asks for. Sector registrations may also apply — CIDB grading for construction work, PSIRA for security.
What kind of work does DoD put out to tender?: Commonly military equipment, vehicles, uniforms, services. The live list on this page is the authoritative view of what is open right now.

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