Prospective suppliers interested in pursuing opportunities within the South African government are encouraged to self-register on the CSD. This self-registration application represents an expression of interest from the supplier to conduct business with the South African Government. Once submitted, your details will be assessed for inclusion on the CSD.
What is required for suppliers to register?
- All suppliers will be required to complete required information on the CSD website and must ensure it is complete, accurate and comprehensive. The following would be amongst the required information:
- Supplier information i.e. supplier type, identification number, supplier name, trading name and country of origin;
- Supplier contact i.e. preferred contact person, preferred communication method, email address, cell phone number, telephone number, etc.;
- Supplier address i.e. country, province, municipality, city, suburb, ward and postal code;
- Bank account information;
- Supplier tax information;
- Ownership information, i.e. name and identification number of directors, members etc.;
- Association to any other suppliers i.e. branch, consortium member etc.; and
- Commodities the supplier can supply.
A valid email address, identity number, cell phone number and bank account details are mandatory in order to register on the CSD.
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