Tenders requiring CIDB registration

CIDB registration is required for most public construction work. These tenders name it without specifying a grade.

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CIDB contractor registration

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Open tenders requiring CIDB registration

Common questions

Do I need CIDB registration to bid on construction tenders?

For public-sector construction work, yes. The Construction Industry Development Board register is a legal requirement for contractors bidding on state construction projects, and the tender will state the minimum grading.

What do the CIDB grades mean?

A grading is a number from 1 to 9 plus a class of works, such as 3GB or 6CE. The number caps the contract value you may tender for, rising from a few hundred thousand rand at grade 1 to unlimited at grade 9. The letters describe the type of work, for example GB for general building and CE for civil engineering.

Can I bid above my CIDB grade?

No. Bidding above your grading is one of the most common reasons a construction bid is disqualified before evaluation. You must either hold the required grade or upgrade first.

Other tender requirements

CSD onlyCSD registrationCOIDA letter of good standingCIPC registrationB-BBEE certificate or affidavitSARS tax clearancePublic liability insuranceProfessional indemnity cover