TERMS OF USE

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using this platform, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must refrain from using the platform. These terms apply to all users, including free and paid subscribers.

2. Purpose of the Platform

This platform is provided for informational purposes only. It aggregates tender opportunities sourced from publicly available procurement portals and official issuing bodies in South Africa. The platform’s purpose is to help businesses identify tender opportunities efficiently by presenting information in an organised, user-friendly format.

3. Accuracy and Completeness

While reasonable efforts are made to ensure that the information presented is accurate at the time of publication, the platform does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any tender information.

• Tender details may change, be amended, or be withdrawn by the issuing authority without notice.

• Users must verify all details with the original tender issuing authority before acting on the information.

• Any reliance on information from this platform is at the user’s own risk.

4. No Guarantee of Award

Access to this platform, whether free or paid, does not guarantee the award of any tender or contract. Payment for subscription access does not influence any issuing authority or evaluation process. All tenders remain subject to their respective issuing authority’s rules, requirements, and selection processes.

5. User Responsibility

Users are solely responsible for:

• Verifying all tender details and documents directly with the issuing authority

• Complying with all submission requirements, deadlines, and eligibility criteria

• Monitoring official sources for amendments, addenda, or updates

The platform is a tool for information only and does not replace professional advice, legal counsel, or due diligence conducted by the user.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this platform, including text, graphics, logos, and design, is the property of the platform owners or respective third-party licensors. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or use content for commercial purposes without prior written permission.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the platform and its owners:

• Are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from use of the platform

• Do not assume responsibility for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies

• Are not responsible for any user actions, submissions, or financial decisions made based on the platform content

8. Modifications

The platform reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time without prior notice. Updated terms will be posted on the website. Continued use of the platform after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

PRIVACY POLICY

1. Information Collection

The platform collects personal information only when users voluntarily provide it, typically through:

• Subscription forms for tender alerts

• Contact forms for inquiries

Information collected may include, but is not limited to:

• Name

• Email address

• Company name and industry

No other personal data is collected without consent.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

Collected information is used exclusively for:

• Providing tender alerts according to user-selected industries and provinces

• Granting access to free or paid subscription content

• Communicating platform updates, alerts, or important announcements

No personal information is used for marketing, sold, or shared with third parties without explicit consent.

3. Data Protection

The platform implements reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials and for any activity that occurs under their account.

4. Cookies and Tracking

This platform may use cookies or tracking technologies to enhance user experience, monitor site performance, or analyze usage trends.

• No personally identifiable information is sold or shared through these technologies

• Users can adjust their browser settings to refuse cookies, but some platform functionality may be affected

5. Retention of Information

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to provide subscription services or comply with legal obligations. When no longer required, information is securely deleted or anonymized.

6. User Rights

Users may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information at any time by contacting the platform’s support email.

Paid subscribers may also request cancellation of their subscription, which will remove their access and related data as per the retention policy.

7. Third-Party Links

The platform may include links to external sites, including official tender issuing portals.

• The platform is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites

• Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit

8. Updates to Privacy Policy

The platform reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically for changes. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.