The Central Supplier Database (CSD) in South Africa is a vital resource for suppliers looking to engage in business with the government. Launched on 1 April 2016, the CSD consolidates supplier information into a centralized platform, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for organs of state. Here’s a comprehensive guide to understanding the CSD and how you can leverage it for business opportunities.
- What is a CSD certificate?
- How much is it to register for a CSD?
- What documents are needed for a CSD?
Benefits of Registering on the CSD
- Visibility to Government Buyers Being listed on the CSD increases your chances of being considered for government contracts and tenders.
- Simplified Procurement The CSD ensures that your supplier data is accurate, complete, and verified, streamlining the procurement process.
- Compliance Registration aligns suppliers with government procurement policies and regulations.
- Nationwide Access Suppliers can engage with various provincial and national government departments without needing to register multiple times.
How to Register on the CSD
Step 1: Self-Registration Visit the official CSD self-registration portal and create a profile. This step signals your interest in conducting business with the South African government.
Step 2: Provide Key Details During registration, you’ll need to provide:
- Company or personal details
- Banking information
- Tax compliance information
- BBBEE status (if applicable)
Step 3: Verification Once submitted, your information will undergo verification. Upon approval, you’ll be officially listed in the CSD.
Contact Details for CSD Support
For assistance, you can contact the National Treasury or your respective provincial treasury office:
National Support
- Email: csd@treasury.gov.za
- Phone: 012 406 9222
Provincial Contact Information
- Eastern Cape: csd@ectreasury.gov.za | 040 101 0436/0359/0407
- Free State: csdenquiries@treasury.fs.gov.za | 051 405 5972/5402
- Gauteng: smrequest@gauteng.gov.za | 011 689 8572
- KwaZulu-Natal: database@kzntreasury.gov.za | 080 020 1049
- Limpopo: csd@treasury.limpopo.gov.za | 015 291 8715
- Mpumalanga: mpcsd@mpg.gov.za | 013 766 4226
- North West: csd@nwpg.gov.za | 018 388 4226
- Northern Cape: treasury@ncpg.gov.za | 053 802 5212/13/14/15
- Western Cape: centralsupplier.database@capetown.gov.za | 021 400 1045