What SJ means
SJ is a CIDB class of work meaning Piling and lateral support. Specialist foundation work: piling, lateral support, shoring and underpinning, usually on larger structures or difficult ground.
On a tender you will usually see the grade and class written together. A requirement of 6SJ means Grade 6 in the Piling and lateral support 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 SJ grade lets you bid for
| Grading | Maximum tender value |
|---|---|
| 1SJ | Entry level, no financial qualifying criteria |
| 2SJ | Up to R1 000 000 |
| 3SJ | Up to R3 000 000 |
| 4SJ | Up to R6 000 000 |
| 5SJ | Up to R10 000 000 |
| 6SJ | Up to R20 000 000 |
| 7SJ | Up to R60 000 000 |
| 8SJ | Up to R200 000 000 |
| 9SJ | 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.