Supplier Portal

We are live on SAP Ariba

What “Go-live” Means to You

All new purchase orders issued after Go-Live will be processed electronically through the SAP Business Network.
Invoices related to purchase orders issued prior to Go-Live (1 March 2026) via the legacy Supplier Portal (SAP NetWeaver) must continue to be submitted manually.
Suppliers receiving purchase orders on the SAP Business Network are required to submit corresponding invoices through the same platform.
All bids published after Go-Live will be managed through the SAP Business Network, with supplier responses submitted on that platform.
Bids published on the Supplier Portal (SAP NetWeaver) will remain active on that platform until their respective closing dates – https://sanbs.org.za/sourcing-opportunities

Current SANBS Suppliers

Suppliers who are currently trading with SANBS — that is, those who have received purchase orders and have accepted the Trading Relationship Request (TRR) — may proceed to log in to the SAP Business Network - SAP Business Network

Suppliers who are currently trading with SANBS and have received purchase orders but have not yet accepted the TRR should follow the instructions below to complete the trading relationship setup. SAP Business Network.

SAP Video - Connect with your Customer (Standard TRR Invite)

Notification Setup: After accepting the TRR, kindly ensure your SAP account is fully configured to facilitate seamless order and invoice management.

Prospective SANBS Suppliers

Suppliers who have not yet received purchase orders from SANBS — including those currently registered on the Supplier Portal (SAP NetWeaver) and those not yet registered on the SANBS platform — may proceed with a new registration on the SAP Business Network (New Registration) New Supplier Registrations

Suppliers new to SAP Business Network can generally begin transacting at no cost. This can be achieved by creating a free standard account when you accept the TRR.

Please note: If using an Enterprise Account, transaction fees may apply. These are the responsibility of the supplier.

For account queries relating to SAP Business Network, please use the below emails.
supplier.communication@sanbs.org.za

Attention: Current and Prospective Suppliers

We are excited to inform you that the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) is launching a new procurement system (SAP Ariba and SAP Business Network). This new system will improve how we collaborate with our valued suppliers.

Key next steps for the SANBS Suppliers:

Supplier Portal

Supplier Registration Guides

Organise a blood drive!