The board deals with contractor development, delivery management, and capacity improvement of contractors.
CIDB registration is required for all contractors intending to work in the public sector.
The South African Construction Industry Development Board was established by an Act ofParliament, Act 38 of 2000.
The CIDB logo. Photo: @cidbSouthAfricaSource: Facebook
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Below are all the details about the registration process.
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What is CIDB registration?
Why should you register?
The information gathered by the relevant officials guides appropriate development and policy decisions in the country.
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Online CIDB registration
The board’sofficial websiteoffers access to various services, includingonline registration.
These services are listed below.
The grading helps to determine the maximum value a contractor can comfortably fulfil.
A male worker on a construction site. Photo: pexels.com, @Pavel ChernonogovSource: UGC
A higher grading number means an increased limit to the tender value.
On the other hand, there are no qualifying criteria for grade 1.
Contractors can be graded as sole proprietors, partnerships, companies, or corporations.
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The grading system is shown below.
CIDB registration forms
Various forms are required to complete the registration process.
You should ensure you fill out theappropriate formfor your needs.
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The options you have are listed below.
The supporting documents you will be asked to produce are listed below.
Costs
The registration costs vary depending on a contractor’s grade.
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They also differ depending on whether it is afirst-time applicationor renewal.
The exact amount you should pay will appear on your screen as you proceed with the registration process.
After 3 years, a contractor needs to renew it.
The current grading system. Photo: @briefly.co.zaSource: UGC
How much does it cost to register with CIDB?
The amount it costs varies depending on the grade and whether it is a new software or renewal.
How can I get a CIDB certificate?
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The board does not print certificates.
Instead, registered contractors are published on the official website after a successful registration.
How long does it take to get a CIDB certificate?
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It takes 21 working days to get registered.
However, the board does not print registration certificates.
Instead, the name of the contractor is published on the website once grading is awarded.
A male and female contractor inspecting a site. Photo: pexels.com, @Mikael BlomkvistSource: UGC
Clients can verify grading as well as the status of a contractors registration on the site.
You should follow the registration steps described above to complete your app.
Does the board provide contractor training?
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No, the board does not offer contractor training.
The CIDB registration process is fairly straightforward.
South Africa has many profitable business opportunities for small entrepreneurs.
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Many people desire to start businesses but do not know how.
All businesses have to be registered with SARS for tax return purposes.
Registration is online on the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) website.
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