Hardware

The Western Cape government is spending about R12 million on hardware, which is a decent sized market for your business to consider. However, the fact that there's zero year-on-year growth means it's not getting any bigger, so you'll need to compete for a share of the existing market. With 247 suppliers already in the mix, it's a fairly crowded space, and you'll be up against a lot of other organisations, including 11 different government departments. It's worth noting that the government is favouring businesses with strong black economic empowerment credentials, with over 70% of the spend going to black-owned businesses. If I were you, I'd make sure your B-BBEE level is in order before trying to tap into this market, as it could be a major factor in getting your foot in the door.