Call for Proposals: Health Systems Research Grant
Department of Health
In plain English
The National Department of Health is inviting proposals from NGOs for a grant related to health systems research and knowledge translation in South Africa. Eligible bidders must comply with tax obligations and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The National Department of Health is seeking an NGO to manage health systems research and knowledge translation over a 36-month period. The project involves conducting research, translating evidence into policy, building technical capacity, and managing stakeholder partnerships across South Africa. Key deliverables include annual research studies, policy briefs, mentorship programmes, capacity-building workshops, and peer-reviewed publications. The successful bidder must provide quarterly and annual technical and financial reports throughout the three-year contract duration.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid legal entity and NPO registration
- Compliant with Department of Social Development requirements
Contact & how to apply
Name: Enquiries Office
Email: tenders@health.gov.za
How to apply: Submit one signed hard copy and one electronic copy on a USB drive to the National Department of Health, Dr AB Xuma Building, 1112 Voortrekker Rd, Pretoria, 0187, by 11:00 AM on 15 October 2026.
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