Request for Quotation (RFQ) tenders in South Africa
Requests for quotation are the quick, lower-value quote tier of South African government procurement, typically under R1 million, with lighter compliance than a full tender. They are one of the best entry points for first-time and SMME bidders. Below are open low-value opportunities (under R1 million, ordered by closing date). Values are estimates for rough sizing, so always confirm on the official portal. Free to browse, no signup.
Supply of Clip-Lok concealed-fix roofing system.
Denel requires the supply and delivery of a Clip-Lok concealed-fix roofing system for the Denel Aerospace site. The contract is for materials only, covering 875 square meters of roofing sheets, flashings, clips, sealants, and accessories. Materials must meet SANS and ISO standards, with a 15-year warranty. Delivery is required by 17 July 2026.
Supply of safety equipment for mobile planetarium.
Iziko Museums of South Africa seeks bids for safety equipment for a mobile planetarium in Cape Town. Required items include five extendable crowd control barriers, a 250kg capacity steel flatbed trolley, and a 950W-1100W inflatable air blower with deflator. Items must meet specific technical and power requirements. The tender closes on 17 July 2026 at 11:00 am. Bidders must include delivery costs and ensure quotes are valid for 60 days.
Landscaping Services at Mossel Bay Campus.
South Cape TVET College seeks a service provider for landscaping services at Mossel Bay Campus. The project includes site clearing, earthworks, hard and soft landscaping, and must be completed within three days. Bidders must supply all labor, materials, and equipment, adhering to health and safety regulations. Offers must remain valid for 60 days, with a closing date of 17 July 2026. Attendance at a compulsory site briefing is required.
Supply of eBooks and Hardcopy Books for DSTI.
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) seeks a service provider to supply academic and philosophical books for its Knowledge Resource Centre in both eBook and hardcopy formats. The project requires embedding eBook links within the library page. Titles include works by authors such as Prof Sheikh Anta Diop and Dr Danie Nebudere. Proposals are due by 11:00 on 17 July 2026, evaluated on the 80/20 preference point system.
Supply and installation of dry walls and server room refurbishment.
The Department of Water and Sanitation invites bids for the refurbishment of server rooms and installation of dry walls at the Bothongo Plaza East Building in Pretoria. The project includes installing fireproof doors, biometric access control systems, and 9000 BTU air conditioning units. Key deliverables are partitioning server cabinets, fireproofing rooms, and ensuring all installations meet safety standards. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 13 July 2026 at 10:00 at the project site. The tender closes on 17 July 2026 at 11:00. Bidders must provide firm pricing, including all taxes and delivery costs. The project aims to enhance ICT security and equipment reliability through professional construction and technical integration.
Topographical Survey Services for Johannesburg Water Depots
Johannesburg Water seeks quotations for topographical survey services at Glenvista, Hursthill, and Scott Athol depots. The project includes collecting cadastral data, identifying survey beacons, conducting field surveys, and creating digital terrain models and maps in DWG and DXF formats. Deliverables include survey layout plans, coordinate lists, and topographic maps. The service provider must use Microsoft Project for scheduling and have qualified professionals with relevant experience. The tender is issued by Johannesburg Water for work in the Gauteng region.
Provision of Catering Services for Event in Eastern Cape
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment seeks bids for catering services at Nqadu Great Place, Eastern Cape, on 21 July 2026. Services include mid-morning refreshments for 50 people and a warm lunch with beverages for 200 people. The provider must supply catering equipment, ensure staff wear uniforms, adhere to hygiene standards, and manage waste removal. Transport vehicles must be covered.
Supply and Install Security Systems at St Johns College.
The NRF-SAASTA seeks a PSIRA registered service provider to supply, deliver, and install CCTV cameras, laser beams, and upgrade the existing alarm system at St Johns College Technology and Innovation Hub in Mthatha. The project includes cabling, hardware setup, staff training, and must be completed within one month. A one-year workmanship guarantee and 24-hour maintenance availability are required. Work starts in August 2026.
Advanced Fire Fighting and First Aid Training Services
The South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) seeks a qualified service provider for on-site Advanced Fire Fighting and First Aid training at their Equestria, Pretoria offices for 12 employees. The training includes fire prevention, emergency evacuation, practical fire extinguishing, First Aid principles, CPR, and wound management. Scheduled for July 2026, the training must align with specific unit standards.
Virtual Training on AI Essentials for Business Professionals
The South African National Accreditation System (SANAS) seeks a service provider for a virtual, facilitator-led online training course on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Essentials. This course is designed for two non-technical business professionals and will cover AI fundamentals, business applications, strategic considerations, and practical skills like prompt engineering and the use of large language models. Deliverables include interactive sessions, soft-copy materials, and certificates of attendance. The training is scheduled for August 2026 as a once-off contract.
Service provider for safe relocation and installation.
The Moses Kotane Research Institute requires a service provider to remove, transport, and install two steel safes from La Mercy to Stamford Hill, Durban. The project must adhere to specified safety and handling procedures. The tender closes on 17 July 2026, with a compulsory briefing session on 14 July 2026. Offers must remain valid for 120 days from the closing date.
Supply and Commissioning of CO2 Incubator.
The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute seeks bids for the supply, delivery, and commissioning of a benchtop CO2 incubator with a 160-liter capacity, stainless steel or copper-enriched chamber, and infrared CO2 sensor. It must include a temperature range of 5 to 50 degrees Celsius, integrated humidity control, and safety alarms. The bidder must provide operational manuals, training, after-sales support, and a one-year warranty. Compliance with technical specifications is required.
Supply and Delivery of Medical Supplies for Expedition.
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment invites bids for the supply and delivery of pharmaceuticals and medical consumables for the 2026 Gough Island Expedition. The scope includes antibiotics, cardiovascular medication, emergency supplies, and various medical consumables. Bidders must provide all 322 items as specified in the tender documentation, including delivery costs and taxes. The closing date is 17 July 2026.
Supply and assembly of furniture at ATNS stations.
Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) seeks a service provider to supply, deliver, and assemble office furniture at Polokwane and Cape Town stations. The project includes ten L-shaped desks with pedestals and two black leather two-seater couches. The provider must handle all equipment, materials, labor, and transport, ensuring correct installation by skilled staff. Proposals must be valid for 90 days from the closing date of 17 July 2026.
UPS maintenance and service for Postbank.
Postbank seeks a service provider for the maintenance and servicing of an Eaton 9390, 120kVA UPS system at the Freepen Building in Bloemfontein over two years. The contract requires four service visits per year, including equipment cleaning, component checks, and battery discharge tests, conducted on-site after business hours. A detailed service report is required within five working days after each visit to ensure power supply reliability.
Professional Town Planner for Rezoning Project
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development seeks a professional Town Planner to manage the rezoning of a portion of the farm Vlakfontein 453 JR for use as a cemetery. Tasks include drafting legal documents, geotechnical investigations, site plans, and applying for environmental exemptions. The project, based in the City of Tshwane, is to be completed within 12 months with deliverables including a project inception report, monthly progress updates, site plans, technical reports, and the final rezoning approval letter.
Board Performance Evaluation for Overberg Water Board.
Overberg Water seeks a service provider to conduct an independent board performance evaluation for its Board of Directors and committees over a three-year period. The evaluation will cover governance effectiveness, strategic oversight, risk management, and decision-making processes for 11 board members. The service provider must develop a project plan, conduct interviews and surveys, and deliver draft and final reports, followed by a formal presentation to the board. The work will be conducted at the Overberg Water corporate office in Somerset West, Cape Town. Expertise in public sector governance, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and King IV standards is required.
Lease land at Elliot Basin, Port of Cape Town.
Transnet National Ports Authority invites proposals to lease 16.25 square meters of land at Elliot Basin, Port of Cape Town, for up to ten years. The space is for storage purposes only, with prohibitions on storing hazardous chemicals, fertilizers, and truck refueling. The property is leased as-is, requiring the successful bidder to manage repairs and upgrades. Bidders must propose a monthly rental rate to generate income for the Port Authority.
Provision of Safety and Security Services for Water World.
The Buffalo City Metropolitan Development Agency seeks bids for safety and security services at Water World for up to three months. Services include 24-hour static guarding, access control, perimeter patrols, and armed response. Responsibilities involve protecting construction assets, maintaining occurrence books, and providing incident reports. A 24-hour control room within Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality is required. Personnel must be uniformed, trained, and PSIRA registered. Submission deadline is 17 July 2026 at 12:00.
Lease land at Alkmaar Road, Port of Cape Town.
Transnet National Ports Authority invites proposals to lease 135.3 square meters of land at Alkmaar Road, Port of Cape Town, for up to five years. Intended for light industrial or laydown purposes, the property is provided as-is, requiring the successful bidder to handle repairs and upgrades. Prohibited activities include storing hazardous chemicals, truck refueling, or container handling. Bidders must submit a business plan, proof of experience, and financial projections. The tender closes on 17 July 2026, with selection based on the best rental offer and alignment with port development goals.
Lease of Land at Elliot Basin, Port of Cape Town.
Transnet National Ports Authority invites proposals to lease 16.25 square meters of land at Elliot Basin in the Port of Cape Town for up to ten years. The site is for liquid bulk storage, provided as-is, with the successful bidder responsible for repairs and upgrades. Bidders need two years of experience and two professional references. A detailed business plan, project schedule, and maintenance strategy are required. Proposal closing date is 17 July 2026.
Supply and Delivery of Consumables to Depots.
Johannesburg Water SOC Ltd requests quotations for the supply and delivery of cleaning and general materials, including toilet paper, hand cleaner, bleach, dishwashing liquid, furniture polish, refuse bags, paper towels, cotton wool, batteries, soap, and insecticide. Deliveries are to be made to Langlaagte, Cydna Lab, and Southdale depots. The tender is open to SMMEs that are at least 51% black-owned, with a closing date of 17 July 2026. All items must comply with applicable SANS quality standards.
Provision of Psychiatric Assessment Services for PRASA.
The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) seeks a qualified psychiatrist for independent psychiatric assessments and advisory services in the Eastern Cape. The service provider will support Human Capital Management and Employee Wellness by evaluating employees' fitness for duty, managing incapacity cases, and providing expert reports on work-related psychiatric conditions. Key tasks include conducting evaluations, offering treatment recommendations, and advising on workplace accommodations. The work is based in East London, with the tender closing on 17 July 2026 and a compulsory briefing on 10 July 2026.
CompTIA Security+ Training for Staff Members
Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal seeks a service provider for virtual CompTIA Security+ training for two staff members over three days. The training must cover network security, cryptography, and threat management, and include an assessment for certification. The facilitator's credentials and training accreditation are required. Closing date: 17 July 2026.
Supply and delivery of heavy-duty tools.
Johannesburg Water SOC Ltd seeks bids for supplying heavy-duty tools for Zandfontein and Ennerdale operations. Required items include various sizes of straight pipe wrenches, shifting open-end spanners, club hammers, and cold flat chisels, all meeting SANS or ISO standards. Bidders must provide manufacturer datasheets and brand names. The tender uses an 80/20 preference point system. Submissions close on 17 July 2026 at 12:00pm.
Lease of Land at Elliot Basin, Cape Town.
Transnet National Ports Authority invites proposals to lease 16.25 square meters of land at Elliot Basin in the Port of Cape Town for up to ten years for storage purposes. The land is provided as-is, and the lessee must cover repair and upgrade costs. Prohibited activities include handling hazardous materials, truck refueling, and certain depot activities. Bidders must submit a business plan, technical maintenance plans, and proof of financial viability.
Provision of Kaspersky Anti-Virus Licenses.
The Ports Regulator of South Africa invites bids for supplying 56 user licenses for Kaspersky end-point security anti-virus software for 12 months. The software must include features like file, mail, and web threat protection, firewall capabilities, device control, and an endpoint detection and response engine. The closing date for submissions is 17 July 2026, and quotations must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date.
Lease of Land at Elliot Basin, Cape Town.
This tender is for leasing 32.5 square meters of land at Elliot Basin in the Port of Cape Town for up to ten years for storage purposes. The land is provided as-is, and the successful bidder must handle repairs and improvements. Prohibited activities include storing hazardous chemicals or fertilizers. Issued by Transnet National Ports Authority, bidders must submit a business plan, maintenance plan, and financial projections.
Provision of Alarm System and Maintenance at Cape Town Airport
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) seeks bids for the installation and maintenance of alarm systems at Cape Town International Airport. The project includes motion detectors, door contacts, and a central alarm panel, with a 12-month maintenance period. Equipment must be weather-resistant and have backup power. The provider must respond to alerts within a 20km radius. Closing date: 17 July 2026.
Supply and Delivery of Aluminium Sodium Oxide Lye.
The Cape Agulhas Municipality invites bids for the supply and delivery of Aluminium Sodium Oxide Lye, used as a secondary flocculant, until 30 June 2027. The estimated requirement is 25 tons, with work in the Cape Agulhas region. Products must meet specific chemical standards, and pricing must include transport and labour costs. Submissions close on 17 July 2026.
Supply and Delivery of Street Name Plates.
Midvaal Local Municipality seeks service providers for the supply and delivery of street name plates. The contract is valid until 30 June 2027 or until a budget limit of R300,000.00 (VAT inclusive) is reached. The work will be conducted within the Midvaal Local Municipality area. Bidding documents are available from 10 July 2026, with submission deadlines between 17 July 2026 and 20 July 2026.
Supply and Installation of Sendmarc Domain Protection.
The Ugu District Municipality requires the supply, delivery, and installation of the Sendmarc Enterprise Platform for domain protection services. This includes coverage for 201 to 500 users, 25 active domains, and 50 inactive domains, with a capacity for 2.5 million emails per month and a 5-year reporting history. Bidders must provide a comprehensive proposal and specify their delivery timeline. The closing date is 17 July 2026 at 12h00.
Beach Trading Leases in Greater Hermanus.
The Overstrand Municipality invites bids for beach trading leases in Greater Hermanus to manage commercial activities along the coastline. Submissions close on 17 July 2026 at 12h00, evaluated using the 80/20 preference point system.
E-Procurement Systems Training for TIKZN Staff
Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal seeks a service provider for virtual training on E-procurement systems for four staff members. The three-day program will cover digital procurement, e-sourcing, supplier management, and system security. Participants will undergo an assessment for a certificate of competency. The project aims to enhance procurement skills and will be conducted entirely online. Quotations must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date of 17 July 2026.
Provision of an online verification system.
Midvaal Local Municipality seeks a service provider for an online verification system. The contract will run until 30 June 2027 or until the budget of R 300,000.00 (VAT inclusive) is reached. This is one of four projects, including street name plates, media monitoring, and advertising services, all within the Midvaal area. Bidding documents are available from 10 July 2026, with closing dates between 17 and 20 July 2026.
Design and Layout of CCMA Annual Report.
The CCMA seeks a service provider for the design, editing, and layout of its 2025/26 Annual Report. The project involves creating design concepts, language editing, and delivering the final report in web-ready and open file formats for a document of approximately 196 to 210 pages. The contract is a once-off service with a deadline of 31 August 2026. Bidders must have at least three years of experience in graphic design or communications and provide a dedicated team including a Project Manager, Graphic Designer, and Editor.
Supply of Ethanol and Propylene Glycol.
Iziko Museums of South Africa requests quotations for supplying and delivering chemical reagents to the Iziko South African Museum in Cape Town. Required items include 10 units of 25-litre Ethanol (99.9% anhydrous) and 10 units of 25-litre Propylene Glycol. Bidders must provide a purity report for the Ethanol. Pricing must be VAT inclusive and cover delivery to Cape Town CBD. The project must meet specifications, with payment upon satisfactory delivery and invoice approval. Closing date is 17 July 2026.
Software Maintenance and Support for Winscribe Software
Johannesburg Water seeks a service provider for 12 months of maintenance and support for Winscribe software, including 30 hours of telephonic support, management of 5 concurrent licenses, 30 export licenses, and a software upgrade. The provider will also handle all logistics related to collection and delivery. The tender closes on 17 July 2026 and will be evaluated using the 80/20 preference point system.
PFMA Training for Land Bank Executives.
The Land Bank and Land Bank Insurance seek a service provider to deliver a one-day Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) training for twenty-two executives at their Woodmead office. The training includes programme design, learning materials, facilitation, and post-training evaluations. Topics cover financial governance, fiduciary duties, risk management, ethical leadership, and King IV principles. The provider must have experience in executive development and public sector financial management. The project deadline is 17 July 2026, with responsibilities including participant administration and issuing attendance certificates.
Supply and Delivery of Huawei Idea Hub ES3 86-inch Units
This tender is for the supply and delivery of three Huawei Idea Hub ES3 86-inch interactive displays or equivalent units. The equipment must feature 4K resolution, advanced touch capabilities, built-in AI cameras, and high-quality audio systems suitable for professional collaboration. The project requires the delivery of these units to the specified location. The tender is issued by Johannesburg Water. All prices must be firm and include all taxes and delivery costs. The closing date for this request is 17 July 2026.
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RFQ FAQ
- What is a request for quotation (RFQ) in South Africa?
- A request for quotation (RFQ) is how an organ of state buys lower-value goods or services without running a full competitive tender. Under National Treasury rules, procurement roughly between R30,000 and R1 million is typically handled by requesting written quotes from suppliers on the Central Supplier Database, rather than a formal advertised bid. RFQs are faster, have lighter compliance requirements, and are a common entry point for new and small suppliers.
- How is an RFQ different from a tender?
- A formal tender is a publicly advertised competitive bid, usually for higher-value contracts, with strict returnable documents and an 80/20 or 90/10 PPPFA scoring process. An RFQ is a lighter-touch request for written quotes on lower-value work. It's simpler to respond to and quicker to award, with less paperwork. Both still require you to be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
- Are these the exact RFQs on the government portal?
- VUZA surfaces lower-value opportunities (under R1 million on our estimated value) from the eTenders portal and other South African procurement sources, the band where RFQs and quick quotes sit. Values shown are estimates for rough sizing, not exact figures, so always open the tender and confirm the requirements and submission method on the official portal.
- Do I need to pay to find RFQs on VUZA?
- No. Browsing RFQs and tenders on VUZA is free with no account or signup. You only register on the CSD and the official eTenders portal when you are ready to submit a quote.
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