Specializing in public and private procurement law, ensuring our clients navigate tender processes, contract awards, and supply chain management with full legal compliance. Whether you are a government entity, private contractor, or bidder, our expertise helps you secure fair opportunities while minimizing disputes and regulatory risks.
Our Procurement Law Services Include:
1. Public Procurement Compliance
- Tender Documentation & Evaluation – Drafting, reviewing, and advising on RFPs, RFQs, and bidding documents for compliance with:
- Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
- Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA)
- Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA)
- B-BBEE & Local Content Requirements – Ensuring adherence to empowerment policies in procurement.
2. Bid Protests & Dispute Resolution
- Tender Challenges & Reviews – Representing bidders in appeals, objections, and judicial reviews of unfair awards.
- Interdicts & Urgent Applications – Halting unlawful tender awards or cancellations.
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) – Mediating procurement conflicts efficiently.
3. Private Sector Procurement Contracts
- Supply Chain Agreements – Drafting and negotiating vendor, outsourcing, and service contracts.
- SLA & Performance Disputes – Enforcing or defending against breach of contract claims.
4. Anti-Corruption & Fraud Prevention
- Preventing Irregular Expenditure – Compliance with PFMA, MFMA, and Prevention of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA).
- Forensic Procurement Audits – Investigating bid-rigging, collusion, or fraud in tenders.
5. Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) & Infrastructure Procurement
- PPP Agreements – Structuring legally sound partnerships under Treasury Regulations.
- Infrastructure Development Tenders – Advising on large-scale projects (roads, energy, etc.).
6. Blacklisting & Debarment Appeals
- Challenging Unfair Exclusion – Representing suppliers barred from tenders unlawfully.
- Rehabilitation & Reinstatement – Assisting companies in regaining bidding eligibility.
7. Training & Compliance Programs
- Procurement Workshops – Educating officials and businesses on fair processes.
- Internal Policy Development – Creating compliant procurement frameworks.
Why Choose Chitha Attorneys?
✔ Deep Procurement Law Expertise – Mastery of PFMA, MFMA, PPPFA, and CIDB regulations.
✔ Proactive Bid Protection – We safeguard your interests before, during, and after tender submissions.
✔ Strong Litigation & ADR Skills – Resolving disputes through negotiation, arbitration, or court action.
Procurement disputes can cost time and revenue. Let us ensure your bids are compliant and competitive.