Development of DBSA Carbon Market Framework Business Case.
DBSA
Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 22 July 2026 at 10:00 · Microsoft Teams. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
The Development Bank of Southern Africa is seeking a service provider to develop a business case for a carbon market framework. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and submit a B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
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The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) invites proposals for the development of a business case for its Carbon Market Framework. The project involves conducting a gap analysis, engaging stakeholders, and creating a strategic roadmap for carbon credit trading and institutional governance. The work will be performed for the DBSA and is expected to be completed within six months. Key deliverables include an inception report, a draft business case with a presentation, and a final close-out report. The project requires a multi-disciplinary team with expertise in climate finance, economics, and carbon markets. International bidders are required to partner with local service providers. A compulsory briefing session will be held via Microsoft Teams on 22 July 2026, and the final submission deadline is 10 August 2026.
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
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIPC company registration or share certificates
- Key personnel must hold relevant degrees with SAQA equivalence
- Minimum two reference letters in African carbon market strategies
- Signed Joint Venture or Consortium agreement if applicable
- Attendance at compulsory briefing session
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lihle Ndlangamandla
Email: lihleSCM@dbsa.org
Phone: 011-313-3437
How to apply: Bidders must request a OneDrive submission link by emailing lihlenscm@dbsa.org. Proposals must be uploaded electronically to the provided link in two separate folders: one for functional/pre-qualifying criteria and one for the financial proposal. No physical, emailed, or faxed submissions will be accepted.
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