What SB means
SB is a CIDB class of work meaning Asphalt works (supply and lay). Supply and laying of asphalt surfacing: road surfacing, resurfacing, parking areas and related surfacing work.
On a tender you will usually see the grade and class written together. A requirement of 6SB means Grade 6 in the Asphalt works (supply and lay) class. You are graded separately in each class you register for, so you can hold a high grade in one class and a low grade in another.
What each SB grade lets you bid for
| Grading | Maximum tender value |
|---|---|
| 1SB | Entry level, no financial qualifying criteria |
| 2SB | Up to R1 000 000 |
| 3SB | Up to R3 000 000 |
| 4SB | Up to R6 000 000 |
| 5SB | Up to R10 000 000 |
| 6SB | Up to R20 000 000 |
| 7SB | Up to R60 000 000 |
| 8SB | Up to R200 000 000 |
| 9SB | No limit |
CIDB revises these tender value ranges periodically, so confirm the current figures on the CIDB Register of Contractors.
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For the full grading table and how CIDB registration works, read CIDB grades explained.