DBE Tenders

Department of Basic Education

The Department of Basic Education manages public schooling. Tenders include school infrastructure, textbooks, IT equipment, and educational materials.

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About Department of Basic Education

The Department of Basic Education manages public schooling. Tenders include school infrastructure, textbooks, IT equipment, and educational materials.

How to win DBE tenders

  • Register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
  • Ensure your B-BBEE certificate is valid and current
  • Check CIDB grading requirements for construction tenders
  • Monitor DBE's website and eTender portal regularly
  • Set up alerts on Okhantu to never miss a deadline

Common questions about DBE tenders

How do I find DBE tenders?
This page lists DBE tenders aggregated from official South African procurement sources, currently 3 in total with 3 open on this page. DBE also publishes on its own site at https://www.education.gov.za.
Do I need to be registered to bid on DBE tenders?
Yes. No organ of state may award to a supplier who is not Active on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), so CSD registration is the first requirement whatever else DBE asks for. Sector registrations may also apply — CIDB grading for construction work, PSIRA for security.
What kind of work does DBE put out to tender?
Commonly school infrastructure, textbooks, it equipment, educational materials. The live list on this page is the authoritative view of what is open right now.

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