One of the most common scams affecting businesses right now is the fake tender award letter.
Here’s how it works:
You receive an email or WhatsApp message congratulating you—your company has “won a tender” you may not even remember applying for. Attached is an official-looking award letter, sometimes with government logos, signatures, and stamps.
Then comes the catch…
💸 You’re asked to pay a “security deposit,” “compliance fee,” or “release fee” before the contract can be finalized.
Once you pay—they disappear.
🚩 Red Flags to watch for:
- You’re awarded a tender you never applied for
- Poor grammar or inconsistent branding on official documents
- Urgent payment requests to “secure” your award
- Payments requested via personal bank accounts or e-wallets
- No verifiable tender reference number or issuing authority
✅ What you should do instead:
- Independently verify the tender with the issuing department
- Check official procurement portals before taking action
- Never make payments to “unlock” a tender award
- Report suspicious communications immediately
At Central Tender Database (CTD), we’re committed to helping businesses avoid these costly traps by promoting verified, transparent tender opportunities.
Don’t let scammers turn opportunity into loss.
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