The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has published a new group of infrastructure procurement opportunities, creating potential contract opportunities for engineering firms, construction companies, professional service providers, project managers and specialist consultants across South Africa. The tenders were officially published on 16 September 2026.
The opportunities form part of ongoing public infrastructure delivery programmes covering education facilities, water infrastructure, informal settlement upgrading and construction-related services. Several projects are expected to support national infrastructure development priorities while creating participation opportunities for private sector businesses.
Newly Published Opportunities
Among the opportunities released by DBSA are:
- RFP 089/2026 for the appointment of a contractor to undertake demolition and removal of structural concrete and paving infrastructure.
- RFP 153/2026 for professional services related to the planning, design, monitoring and completion of Lurhwayizo Secondary School in the Eastern Cape.
- RFP 135/2026 for professional support services linked to the upgrading and management of informal settlements under the National Treasury Cities Support Programme.
The opportunities are aimed at expanding infrastructure delivery capacity while leveraging private sector expertise in planning, construction and project implementation.
Who Can Participate
Depending on the tender, eligible participants may include:
- Construction contractors
- Civil engineering firms
- Built environment professionals
- Infrastructure consultants
- Project management specialists
- Quantity surveyors
- Architectural firms
- Development planning professionals
Interested participants must meet the procurement and compliance requirements specified in the individual tender documents issued by DBSA.
Important Dates
Several of the newly published opportunities have closing dates during the first week of October 2026.
Key deadlines include:
- RFP 089/2026 closes on 7 October 2026
- RFP 153/2026 closes on 8 October 2026
- RFP 135/2026 closes on 6 October 2026
Prospective bidders should also note compulsory briefing sessions attached to certain projects before submissions can be considered.
Why It Matters
South Africa’s infrastructure pipeline continues to generate procurement opportunities for private sector businesses seeking long-term public sector contracts.
For engineering, construction and professional services firms, DBSA procurement programmes often provide access to large-scale government-backed projects that can strengthen order books, expand regional footprints and create future partnership opportunities within the public infrastructure ecosystem.
Businesses interested in participating should review the official tender documentation and prepare submissions ahead of the applicable closing dates.
