Credit Rating and Second Party Opinion Services.
City of Cape Town
In plain English
The City of Cape Town is seeking services for credit rating and second party opinion. Eligible bidders must comply with the City of Cape Town's Supply Chain Management Policy.
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The City of Cape Town is seeking a service provider for credit rating services and second party opinions. The work involves annual credit rating reviews, debt issue ratings, and sustainability framework reviews to ensure alignment with international standards. The contract will run for 36 months, from July 2027 to June 2030. The project will take place in Cape Town. Bidders may apply for either the credit rating section, the second party opinion section, or both. The City uses an estimated annual bond issue of R2 billion for evaluation purposes. The closing date for submissions is 6 August 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on CCT Supplier Database and National Treasury CSD
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered credit rating agency status
- South African Reserve Bank recognition as an ECAI
- Evidence of previously published credit ratings or second party opinions
- Audited financial statements for contracts exceeding R10 million
- Proof of registration for relevant professional bodies
- Legal documentation for Joint Ventures or Consortiums
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tender Office
Email: Finance.Tenders@capetown.gov.za
Phone: 021-400-0000
How to apply: Submit the completed tender document in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number and description. Deposit the envelope into Tender Box Number 210 at the Civic Centre, 12 Hertzog Boulevard, Cape Town, by 10:00 am on 6 August 2026. Email or fax submissions are not accepted.
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