Seven international-led consortia were pre-qualified from an initial list of 17 respondents in January 2026. The Request for Proposals (RfP) is planned for the second half of 2026, delayed to coincide with the launch of the Credit Guarantee Vehicle (CGV). The seven corridors span 1,164km of 400kV lines with combined investment value of approximately $1 billion. The CGV is expected to become operational in 2026 to underpin the financing structure.
Procurement Details
What Happens Next
The pre-qualified bidders proceed toward the final RFP stage, while government and development partners complete the Credit Guarantee Vehicle needed to support private financing of the transmission projects.
Commercial Opportunity
The ITP programme opens South Africa's transmission infrastructure market to private-sector participation. Phase 1 is intended to unlock 1,164 km of new transmission lines and additional substation capacity, creating a pipeline for private developers and infrastructure-service providers.
Procurement & Contract Outlook
The programme creates opportunities for transmission developers, engineering companies, EPC contractors, grid-equipment manufacturers, infrastructure investors, technical advisers and other specialised suppliers.