The Tender Solution
Platform Built for SMEs
We Assist With Your Purchase Order or Invoice To The Funding You Need
— so you deliver on your tender and not chase payments.
Get Funded the right way, right away. Apply for our solutions today!
EXCELLENT Based on 141 reviews Posted on Google calistus ntohTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Big up to Fund the People! Invoice discounting on my outstanding invoices meant I could pay staff on time. Seamless and super quick responses. Don't sleep on these guysPosted on Google Teddie HansfordTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fund the People took time to understand my business. Invoice discounting on my outstanding invoices gave me real breathing room. Great rates tooPosted on Google Kudakwashe GauraTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I called Fund The People not knowing what to expect. Andile answered all my questions and helped with my invoice discounting application. He was honest about what I qualified for and never oversold anything. That honesty is what made me trust the process. Great service.Posted on Google DeanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The team at Fund The People, especially Andile, truly understands the SME world. He helped me with funding and also listed me as a supplier on their platform. Two months later I received an enquiry from a construction company. Business is growing and I owe part of that to Andile.Posted on Google Seanné GreaverTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When you know your invoices will be converted to cash quickly you stop making desperate decisions. You price properly. You plan properly. You grow properly. The process itself is simple and well managed. Thank you Sune for such great servicePosted on Google Simone GreaverTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My own overheads were not waiting with me. Fund The People's invoice discounting was the solution I needed and the process was every bit as good as people had told me. Professional, fast, and clear. I submitted my invoice with the supporting documents, the team processed it efficiently, and I received funds that kept my practice running smoothly.Posted on Google Mac JohnsonsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Phela, when you are farming and supplying in rural KwaZulu-Natal the banks don't always understand your business. Fund The People did. I had a supply order for a government nutrition programme and needed working capital to coordinate my network of small farmers. PO funding through Fund The People gave me that capital and the process was handled professionally despite me being far from any major city. Everything was done remotely, communication was consistent, and the funding was confirmed when they said it would be.Posted on Google Makhabane MphuthiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'll be honest, I was sceptical. I had heard about invoice discounting before but always assumed there would be catches, delays, or hidden costs. Fund The People changed my view entirely. The process is transparent from beginning to end. The team tells you exactly how it works, what the costs are, and what to expect at every stage. I submitted two invoices from a client who was sitting on them for 60 days. Fund The People processed both efficiently and I received my funds quicklyPosted on Google Boitumelo SebokoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They helped me and my business and I am so grateful.Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
How Does Fund The People's Tender Solution Work?
We know tenders can be tricky - the margins are tight, the pressure is high, and the payments?
Always late.
That’s why we created a platform that helps you deliver with confidence
— through real support, hands-on guidance, and smart solutions that keep you moving forward.
— through real support, hands-on guidance, and smart solutions that keep you moving forward.
Over 3000 SMMEs Funded and Supported
Here’s How We Help You Move:
Step 1
Submit Your Tender Documents
Whether you have a Purchase Order (PO) or an Invoice, the first step is simple: upload your documents.
We Will Need:
• Your PO or Invoice
• Company Registration
• Proof of Tax Compliance
• A Supplier Quote (if it's a PO)
• Basic Bank Statements
Don’t worry — we’ll walk you through it.
• Company Registration
• Proof of Tax Compliance
• A Supplier Quote (if it's a PO)
• Basic Bank Statements
Don’t worry — we’ll walk you through it.
Step 2
We Review and Vet Everything
This step ensures your deal is real and profitable.
Our Team Gets To Work:
• We review your documents
• We verify and vet the tender
• We double-check your supplier quote
• We help you improve profit margins by exploring cost-effective supplier options
• We verify and vet the tender
• We double-check your supplier quote
• We help you improve profit margins by exploring cost-effective supplier options
Step 3
We Unlock the Capital You Need
No bank queues. No endless paperwork. No unfair terms.
Think Of Us As The Plug - You Still Get The Win.
We help you get access to the funding you need to fulfil your tender — quickly, efficiently, and with peace of mind.
Step 4
Supplier Gets Paid, You Deliver
From bricks to stationery to boreholes - we help you get it done.
Once Everything Checks Out & The Terms Are Accepted:
• Your supplier gets paid (if it’s a PO)
• You deliver the goods or services
• If it’s invoice-based, you receive a percentage upfront
• You deliver the goods or services
• If it’s invoice-based, you receive a percentage upfront
Step 5
You Get Paid When Your Client Pays
We’re in, we’re out. No long-term obligations. No stress.
We’re in, We’re Out.
No Long-Term Obligations.
No Stress.
When your government or corporate client pays, the outstanding amount is settled, and you keep your profit.
Step 6
We Exit Your Account
And if you loved how smooth it was? Come back and do it again.
Once The Deal Is Done:
• We exit your account
• We don’t stay linked to your business
• You’re ready for your next tender
• We don’t stay linked to your business
• You’re ready for your next tender
Why SMEs Choose Fund the People?
Tired of banks saying no? Sick of waiting months to get paid?
At Fund The People, we provide quick, accessible funding solutions that empower South African SMMEs to take on tenders, deliver large orders, and scale confidently — without taking on risky loans or giving up equity.
We assist businesses with Purchase Order Finance and Invoice Discounting, offering funding from R250 000 and above.
We assist businesses with Purchase Order Finance and Invoice Discounting, offering funding from R250 000 and above.
Fund The People is a registered credit provider with the National Credit Regulator (NCRCP 17456),
committed to getting you funded the right way — and right away.
committed to getting you funded the right way — and right away.
Our Funding Solutions Provide 3 Core Benefits:
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Built for Tenderpreneurs:
We understand your hustle — we speak your language and we’re here to help you grow. -
Not Just Another Finance Provider:
We’re a platform designed for your success — with flexible solutions, not obligations. -
Smarter Profits, Better Deals:
We help you find affordable supplier options and improve your margins.
Purchase Order
Support
Cover supplier costs and deliver on time - without touching your own funds.
You’ve got the PO. We’ve got the plug.
Invoice
Discounting
Already delivered but waiting on
payment? Get early access to
your cash - no more 90-day stress.
payment? Get early access to
your cash - no more 90-day stress.
Cash flow lives here.
Tender Readiness & Document Vetting
We help review and prepare
your documents so you don’t
get rejected for small mistakes.
your documents so you don’t
get rejected for small mistakes.
Get your house in order - we’ll help you sweep.
Supplier Review &
Sourcing
If your quote is eating your
profit, we’ll help find better options.
profit, we’ll help find better options.
Don’t go broke fulfilling the tender. Let’s find a smarter route.
Need Guidance? Let’s Walk Through It Together.
Applying for tender support has never been easier.
No commitment. Just get started.
Talk to our team today.
No commitment. Just get started.
Talk to our team today.
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Your Direct Line To Advertised Tenders
Access trusted opportunities, stay updated and apply with confidence at no cost.
Our tender platform is designed to support SMME's,
we make tender sourcing straightforward and position your businesss for greater growth.
we make tender sourcing straightforward and position your businesss for greater growth.
Centralised Tender Access
All-in-One tender access. Provides a central location for all open tenders from national, provincial and local government, on one easy-to-use platform.
Free Tender Platform
Lifetime free use.
Just sign up and start
browsing tenders.
Never Miss a Tender
Stay one step ahead.
Save, track and manage your tenders making sure every opportunity stays within reach.
Built for Growth
More than just a tender platform. We offer resources, funding options and expert insights to help your SMME grow sustainably.
Our Partners
Faster Payments * Access to New RFQ's * Startegic Support * Less risk, More clarity
Our mission isn’t just to fund deals — it’s to fund futures. Our new partners unlock more than capital.
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No delays, no runarounds.
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Talk to our team today.