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Consulting Tenders in South Africa

Find consulting and professional services tenders in South Africa. Search for RFPs in management consulting, strategic advisory, research, and professional services.

Average Tender Values
R150,000 - R10+ million (large transformation projects can be higher)

Industry Overview

Consulting and professional services tenders cover strategic planning, organizational development, policy research, project management, financial advisory, and technical expertise. Government departments regularly seek external expertise for specialized projects, feasibility studies, capacity building, and transformation initiatives. The sector values academic qualifications, subject matter expertise, and proven methodologies.

Common Tender Types

  • ✓Management Consulting
  • ✓Strategic Planning & Advisory
  • ✓Research & Feasibility Studies
  • ✓Policy Development & Analysis
  • ✓Project Management (non-construction)
  • ✓Financial Advisory & Auditing
  • ✓Human Resources Consulting
  • ✓Change Management
  • ✓Training & Capacity Building
  • ✓Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)
  • ✓Legal Services
  • ✓Environmental Impact Assessments
  • ✓Economic Development Studies
  • ✓Organizational Development

Common Buyers & Departments

  • •National Treasury
  • •Office of the President (policy research)
  • •Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME)
  • •Provincial Treasuries
  • •Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic)
  • •Department of Public Service and Administration
  • •Metropolitan Municipalities
  • •State-Owned Enterprises (Eskom, Transnet)
  • •Development Finance Institutions
  • •Provincial Economic Development Departments

Professional Services Requirements

✓Company or professional practice registration
✓Tax clearance certificate
✓B-BBEE certificate
✓Professional qualifications (degrees, certifications)
✓Professional body registration (SAICA, SACNASP, ECSA, etc.)
✓CVs of key personnel and team members
✓Track record in similar projects
✓Detailed methodology and approach
✓Professional indemnity insurance
✓References from previous clients
✓Publications or thought leadership (advantageous)

Key Considerations

⚠Academic qualifications and expertise heavily weighted
⚠Methodology and approach critical in evaluation
⚠Previous experience with government projects advantageous
⚠Understanding of public sector context essential
⚠Detailed work plans and deliverables must be clear
⚠Team composition and availability important
⚠Pricing models vary (time-based, deliverable-based, retainer)
⚠Intellectual property rights must be clarified
⚠Reporting requirements and communication protocols
⚠Stakeholder engagement approach often evaluated

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Tips for Success

💡Assemble a multidisciplinary team with complementary expertise
💡Demonstrate understanding of the specific challenge or opportunity
💡Provide case studies of similar successful projects
💡Be clear about roles, responsibilities, and time allocation
💡Include innovation and technology in your approach
💡Address knowledge transfer and capacity building
💡Highlight local knowledge and contextual understanding
💡Professional presentation quality matters significantly
💡Network and build relationships before major tenders
💡Consider partnering with academic institutions for research credibility

BEE & Empowerment Opportunities in Consulting

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Level 1-4 BEE Preferred
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Women-Owned Business Preferences
Additional points for women-owned enterprises
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Youth-Owned Business Opportunities
Special consideration for youth entrepreneurs
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