Appointment of Technical Consultants for R&D Tax Incentive.
charlotte nukeri
In plain English
The DSTI seeks technical consultants to assess R&D tax incentive applications and progress reports. Eligible bidders must be registered on the CSD and provide a B-BBEE certificate.
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The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) invites bids for the appointment of up to 15 technical consultants to assess research and development (R&D) tax incentive applications and progress reports. The work involves conducting independent technical analysis to ensure projects meet legislative requirements under section 11D of the Income Tax Act. Consultants will prepare detailed written reports with recommendations and provide oral presentations to the Adjudication and Monitoring Committee. The project will take place in Pretoria, with work performed over a three-year contract period. Key deliverables include submitting assessment reports within two weeks of receiving project applications or progress reports. The DSTI will pay a fixed rate of R4,840.00 per completed output. The closing date for submissions is 21 September 2026 at 11:00.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must have valid tax compliance status
- Must provide valid B-BBEE documentation
- Must provide CIPC registration documents with ownership details
- Must provide CVs of technical consultants
- Must provide a list of relevant contracts from the past five years
Contact & how to apply
Name: charlotte nukeri
Email: tenders@dsti.gov.za
Phone: 082-311-2499
How to apply: Submit one original hard copy and one electronic version (USB) in the tender box at the DSTI reception, CSIR Building 41, Scientia Campus, 627 Meiring Naude Road, Brummeria, Pretoria. Clearly mark the package with the bid number, description, closing date, and your company details.
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