Call for Applications: Business Infrastructure Support Programme
The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) invites qualifying applicants to apply for support under the Business Infrastructure Support Programme (BISP). BISP aims to support MSMEs with Business enabling machinery, equipment, tools, technology, energy support and Infrastructure (newly built or refurbished) and enable market access for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
WHAT SUPPORT IS OFFERED?
Applicants may apply for the following support components:
- Built Infrastructure – refurbished or new (e.g. MSME hubs, Industrial Parks, market stalls etc)
From R1m up to R23m - Equipment, Tools, Technology and Machinery
From 1m up to R5m - Energy Support Solutions
From R1m up to R10m
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must complete the BISP application form and submit it together with all required supporting documents as listed in the form, including but not limited to:
- Financial statements and or management accounts signed by an accountant (where applicable)
- Compliance documentation (Permits from relevant authorities where applicable eg EIA or Land Use – N.B built infrastructure applications)
- CSD compliance for Suppliers
- Technical designs and cost breakdowns
- Executive Authority approvals
WHO CAN APPLY?
Eligible applicants include:
- Municipalities
- Municipal and Provincial Entities
- Traditional Authorities
- Registered legal entities (e.g cooperatives, private companies, informal traders)
- The program covers applicants who fall within the category of Micro Enterprises with the maximum turnover of R10m as well as Small Enterprises with an annual turnover of not more than R10m.
HOW TO APPLY
- Click here to apply online OR
- Download and complete the official BISP application form here and submit the completed application and supporting documents via email here
You will receive an automated response with a reference number confirming receipt of your application.