EarlCodes/TenderPulse

TenderPulseZA is a modern web application that connects South African suppliers with government tender opportunities. # TenderPulseZA **Your direct line to every SA tender** TenderPulseZA is a modern web application that connects South African suppliers with government tender opportunities. Built with React, TypeScript, and a powerful Django backend, it provides real-time tender matching, personalized alerts, and an intuitive interface for discovering and managing procurement opportunities. ## The "Why" Finding and tracking government tenders in South Africa is fragmented across multiple platforms, making it difficult for suppliers to discover relevant opportunities. TenderPulseZA solves this by: - **Centralizing** tender data from the National Treasury OCDS API - **Matching** tenders to supplier profiles using intelligent algorithms - **Alerting** suppliers via Email, SMS, and WhatsApp when new opportunities match their criteria - **Streamlining** the tender discovery and management process ## Visual Proof *Main dashboard showing personalized tender feed with match scores* *Supplier profile configuration with preferred categories and notification settings* *Admin panel for managing ingestion, suppliers, and system monitoring* ## Key Features - **Smart Matching**: AI-powered matching algorithm scores tenders based on your company profile, preferred categories, and value range - **Real-time Updates**: Automatic ingestion every 3 hours keeps your feed fresh with the latest opportunities - **Multi-channel Alerts**: Receive notifications via Email, SMS, and WhatsApp when new tenders match your profile - **Advanced Filtering**: Filter by category, province, value range, and status to find exactly what you're looking for - **Save & Track**: Save tenders for later review and track important deadlines - **Admin Dashboard**: Comprehensive admin panel for managing suppliers, monitoring ingestion, and system health - **Responsive Design**: Beautiful, modern UI that works seamlessly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices ## Getting Started ### Prerequisites - **Node.js* …