: Appointment of a Credible Service Provider to Assist the Development Bank of Southern Africa on Understanding Carbon Markets as a Blended Finance Instrument to Support Infrastructure DevelopmentTend

A current Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration summary report confirms the supplier is registered on the government's supplier database. It must be valid and match the trading name on the quotation.

The CIPC certificate of incorporation (COR14.3 or CoR14.9) confirms legal entity status. Close corporations submit their founding statement. It must reflect the current trading name and registered address.

A valid B-BBEE certificate issued by an accredited verification agency, or a sworn affidavit from an entity with an annual turnover below the EME threshold. Must not be older than 12 months.

A one-to-three page company profile summarising your services, key clients, team composition, and relevant past projects. Strengthens the technical evaluation of your submission.

A valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or printed tax clearance certificate. Buyers verify compliance online using the PIN. The status must be 'Compliant' at the time of evaluation.

An original bank-stamped confirmation letter on the bank's letterhead confirming the account name, number, branch code, and account type. Must match the registered entity name. Not a statement.

VAT registration certificate from SARS (VAT103 or VAT103T). Required for entities with turnover above the compulsory registration threshold (R1 million). Quotations must clearly state whether pricing is VAT inclusive or exclusive.

COIDA letter of good standing from the Compensation Fund. Required if any employees are deployed at a worksite. Strongly recommended as a general compliance document for any company with employees.

Public liability insurance provides cover for third-party claims arising from business operations. Recommended for all supplier engagements, and required if any site access, delivery, or installation is involved.