Featured Company : MAXIMUM Security and Fire

Read about who’s who in the Industry : Maximum Security and Fire are specialist installers of CCTV, Access Control, ICT Infrastructure, fire detection and specialized kinetic sensor security fencing for construction projects, prisons, business premises and warehouses.

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L2B Opportunities unearthed in March 2025

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Leads 2 Business is the Premier Research Platform for the Construction Industry.

Providing essential insights, opportunities and leads.

Our platform could be your key to unlocking business success.

Opportunities are researched throughout South Africa and Africa.

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About Shanelle Suresh

I started at Leads 2 Business in 2023. I worked in the Projects Department as a content researcher for the Northern Cape, Eastern Cape and the Gauteng region. I've experienced many great opportunities for growth and learning in this time. I am now IT Admin Support and I am loving the new ways of contributing to the company's success. My colleagues are always willing to share their knowledge and expertise.

IAN DICKIE – FLEXIBLE SHAFT SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS

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50 / RB80 FLEXIBLE SHAFT SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS

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Ian Dickie’s RB Range of submersible “mini centrifugal” pumps are ideal for handling water and effluent containing up to 20% of liquified solids!

These robust and reliable pumps are widely used for pumping and draining on construction sites, tunnels, culverts, water reservoirs and waste-water discharge applications. Additionally, they require minimal maintenance and are resistant to rust and corrosion!

Ian Dickie carry two models, the RB50 (2in) and the RB80 (3in), both driven by standard power units and available in petrol, diesel or electric versions. Learn more.

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About Michelle Herbst

I started working at Leads 2 Business in February 2014. I'm a Senior L2Q Account Executive for the Cape Town Region.

Featured Company : Clotan Steel

Read about who’s who in the Industry: Clotan Steel (Pty) Limited is a privately owned manufacturer of roof sheeting, cold formed sections and slit strip that has been in operation from modern premises in Vanderbijlpark since 1983. Throughout the company’s history there has been a commitment to cost competitiveness, on time supply of high quality products to major role players in the building, construction and steel industries.

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Featured Company – Tirisano Consulting Engineers

Read about who’s who in the Industry : Tirisano is a Consulting Engineering Firm. We improve and impact the lives of others by enabling our clients to create engineering solutions through a human-centered approach.

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Occupational Health and Safety Consultants – Free State

Free State – DTA No. 1067543

Contract Number:  COR7773/2025/RFP – Airports Company of South Africa

Description: Tenders are invited for Establishment of an Occupational Health and Safety Consultants Panel of Service Providers for a Period of Five (5) Years at Airports Company South Africa SOC Limited (ACSA).

Category Industry
Consultants Institutional
Region Site Inspection
Free State  21 February 2025 at 14:00
Closing Date Contract Period
25 March 2025 at 11:00 5 years

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The State of the Public Sector Construction Industry : Challenges & Strategic Shifts …

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The State of the Public Sector Construction Industry: Challenges and Strategic Shifts
The South African Public Sector of the Construction industry has always been shaped by the rhythms of government procurement, but in recent months, a storm has been brewing. A sharp decline in public sector activity is threatening the stability of many contractors, and as someone deeply embedded in the industry, I’ve witnessed these changes firsthand. It’s a landscape in flux, one that demands we all rethink how we approach the market. The public sector’s shifting priorities, changes in tendering processes, and internal political developments are altering the course of construction in South Africa, and those who fail to adapt may find themselves left behind.

A Declining Trend in Public Sector Projects
Since March 2024, I’ve observed a worrying trend in the public sector construction industry. Activity has significantly declined, and this shift is largely driven by changes in government tender advertisements. When I say government, I mean all state entities, including parastatals like SANRAL, Eskom, and the Department of Public Works, etc. At Leads 2 Business, where we monitor the pulse of the market, the signs have been clear: from 2022, we began to notice a significant reduction in tenders, particularly those within the CIDB 8 and 9GB categories. And the situation has only worsened through 2023, with multiple tenders being recalled or withdrawn, especially from key players like SANRAL.

This trend has had a profound impact on contractors, especially those specializing in Civil Engineering (CE) work. What’s more concerning is that, despite our best efforts to stay ahead of the curve, the reasons behind these changes remain opaque. However, we’ve been able to adjust our Private Projects Research strategy to assist our subcontractor client, in response, as the Private Projects Department we shifted our focus to follow public projects with CIDB 7 CE/GB ratings in addition to the larger CIDB 8 and 9GB ones. This move has given our subcontractor subscriber a much-needed reprieve, preventing them from fighting over the diminishing pool of high-tier tenders.

The New Normal: A Slowdown in Public Sector Projects
But now, as we move into 2025, the situation has taken a dramatic turn. The formation of the Government of National Unity (GNU) after the elections has shaken up the public procurement landscape. While the transition to a new government was necessary, it’s caused significant disruptions in the tendering process. Project managers I’ve spoken with from the Department of Public Works and the KZN Department of Health shared how internal delays, ranging from the filling of new leadership roles to budget realignments have stalled projects. Simply put, the wheels of government procurement have screeched to a temporal halt.

What does this mean for contractors? With the political reshuffling and changes in governance, projects that were previously on track behind the scenes have come to an abrupt stop. Prices have shifted, contracts can no longer be signed at the same tender rates, and there’s uncertainty about when projects will resume towards being publicly issued as tenders. The knock-on effect is a noticeable slowdown in tender as well as project construction activity on ground since June 2024, and I fear that this is just the beginning of a long, lean period for public sector contractors.

The Rise of Panel Tendering: A New Challenge
A notable trend that has emerged, particularly in my region of focus, Gauteng, is the shift toward panel contracting. This is a fairly new approach where government departments now opt for a panel of pre-qualified contractors who are invited to tender for specific tender contracts. While this may seem like a streamlined and efficient method, it creates several challenges for contractors:

Limited Access: Contractors who are not part of the panel are shut out of these opportunities. The panel system can last for up to three years before  new contractors are invited, effectively locking out many players from participating in these projects.
Lack of Transparency: Since tenders are not publicly advertised, smaller subcontractors and contractors who are not on the panel miss out on opportunities. There’s no public listing of these projects, and information is kept private within the select group of approved contractors.
Rising Barriers to Entry: For contractors aiming to grow their CIDB rating and secure larger projects, the panel system presents a significant challenge. Those who weren’t able to meet the panel requirements in the past are effectively sidelined for the next few years, exacerbating the struggles of emerging contractors.

How Leads 2 Business Helps in Navigating These Changes
At Leads 2 Business, we’ve always prided ourselves on being more than just an information platform. Our mission is to ensure our subscribers stay ahead of the curve, even in uncertain times. As the public sector procurement system shifts, we’ve adapted our strategies to help contractors and vendors continue to thrive.

We have a unique advantage: The ecosystem of our company is integrated in such a way that we gain insights into panel-based tenders and projects, even when they’re not publicly advertised. As many of our esteemed clients sit on these panels, we’re able to access pricing data from pricing requests facilitated through our Leads 2 Quotes pricing platform: a platform engineered to connect the contractor to relevant supplier/vendor in relevant regions of the tender. By tracking these quotations, we can flag relevant public sector tenders and projects that are now not typically advertised by traditional bidding procurement methods.

This approach gives our supplier, manufacture and vendor subscriber the opportunity to see if their products are being priced for panel- based contracts, and this feature also provides our contractor subscriber a competitive edge. By sourcing multiple quotes from our database, contractors can ensure their bids are at more competitive rates.

Why This Matters: Adapting to a Changing Market
The construction industry is going through a significant transformation as it always has and will continue to do, and as someone deeply involved in the space, I can confidently say that the only way to survive and thrive in this environment is to stay ahead of the changes. For contractors and the rest of the construction industry players relying on public sector work, the slowdown in publicly available tenders, the rise of panel systems, and the political shifts pose considerable challenges. But by leveraging our system as a tool, you can remain agile, informed, and competitive.

As the industry evolves, it’s crucial that we all keep adapting, learning, and preparing for the changes ahead. The public sector might be in a period of flux, but with the right tools, insights, and strategies, the opportunities will always be there, waiting for those who are prepared to seize them.

The state of the public sector construction industry is undeniably turbulent, but the opportunities for those who can navigate these changes are still abundant. By staying informed, adapting to the new tendering processes, and using Leads 2 Business as a tool, contractors, suppliers, consultants, vendors and manufacturers can not only survive but thrive in the face of these challenges. The future of the construction industry in South Africa is not set in stone, but with the right insights and strategies, we can shape it together.

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About Minnie Zondi

I am an insanely optimistic ambivert that does everything from the heart instead of the mind. Deeply interested in people and matters that pertain to mankind.

Tsebo Ulwazi Technical School – Frankfort, Free State

Frankfort – PPA 28379

Description
Construction of the new Tsebo Ulwazi Technical School on behalf of the Free State Department of Education near Frankfort, Free State. Project value: R130 000 000. The geographical coordinates of the proposed site is 27°14’30.80″S, 28°30’47.52″E. – Farm Aberdeen 530.
Status Region
Underway Frankfort, Free State
Category Value
Building R 61 Million – R 200 Million
Industry Timing
Institutional March 2023 – September 2024 Extended to mid-2025
Sector Class
Commercialised State Open Tender


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One girl who would rather wear boots than high heels...

Featured Company : MHG Survey Services

Read about Who’s Who in the Industry – At MHG Survey Services we strive for excellence through the application of our exclusive knowledge & experience in the engineering & surveying industry. We are a black empowerment company. Our main aim is to deliver high returns on our clients investments. Striving to create work, by taking in students, to enter the survey industry.

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I started working at Leads 2 Business in February 2014. I'm a Senior L2Q Account Executive for the Cape Town Region.

Maintenance and Upgrading of Sections of Gravel Roads in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park – Northern Cape

Northern Cape – DTA 1070391

Contract Number:

CI-GK-0189 – SANParks

Description:

Tenders are invited for the Maintenance and Upgrading of Sections of Gravel Roads in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Category Industry
Infrastructure Road
Region Site Inspection
Northern Cape The Compulsory Site Clarification meeting will be conducted over 2 days as follows; 18 March 2025 at 11:00 Twee Rivieren, Clarification meeting.19 March 2025 at 08:00 Mata Mata, Site of works and borrow pits inspections (departure from Twee Rivieren at 08:00). It is compulsory for bidders to attend both sessions.Prospective tenderers who arrive later than 11:15 on the 18 March 2025, will not be allowed into the Clarification meeting. Bidders must arrange for their own transport for the site visit. A 4X4 or high clearance vehicle is recommended. More details are provided in the attached tender advert and document. Briefing Session: Is there a briefing session?: True Is it compulsory?: True Briefing Date and Time: 18 March 2025 11:00 Briefing Venue: Conference Room, Park Management offices, Twee Rivieren Rest Camp, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
Closing Date Contract Period
09 April 2025 at 11:00 No Details

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