Consulting eTenders

Consulting eTenders & Government Procurement Opportunities

Find and bid on government consulting eTenders across South Africa. Search active procurement opportunities from national departments, provincial governments, and municipalities.

Tender Types

14+

Typical Value

R150,000

Common Buyers

10+

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About Consulting eTenders in South Africa

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.

Finding Consulting eTenders

ProTenders aggregates consulting eTenders from the National Treasury eTender portal, provincial governments, and municipal procurement systems. Our platform makes it easy to search and filter opportunities specific to consulting, saving you hours of manual searching.

How to Apply for Consulting Tenders

  1. Search for relevant consulting tenders using filters
  2. Review tender requirements, specifications, and closing dates
  3. Ensure you meet all qualification criteria and have required certifications
  4. Register on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database if not already registered
  5. Prepare comprehensive bid documentation including pricing and methodology
  6. Submit your bid through the official eTender portal before the deadline
  7. Attend mandatory briefing sessions if specified

Types of Consulting Tenders

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

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 for Consulting Bidding

  • 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

Success Tips

1

Assemble a multidisciplinary team with complementary expertise

2

Demonstrate understanding of the specific challenge or opportunity

3

Provide case studies of similar successful projects

4

Be clear about roles, responsibilities, and time allocation

5

Include innovation and technology in your approach

6

Address knowledge transfer and capacity building

7

Highlight local knowledge and contextual understanding

8

Professional presentation quality matters significantly

9

Network and build relationships before major tenders

10

Consider partnering with academic institutions for research credibility

Typical Tender Values

Consulting tenders typically range from:

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

Values vary based on project scope, duration, and requirements

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This page is automatically updated every 6 hours with the latest consulting eTender information. Last updated: 2025/11/15