Training services for municipal governance officials

SCM Enquiries: Ms. NP Mnini, (047) 401 2400 ext 2404, [email protected]. Technical Enquiries: Mr. S Madubela, (047) 401 2400, [email protected].

Submit by hand to the tender box at Mnquma Local Municipality, Corner King and Mthatha Street, Butterworth, 4960. Tenders must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number (SCM/MLM/61/20-21) and description. Late, couriered, faxed, or emailed tenders will be disqualified. Do not reproduce or alter the tender document; initial every page.

Evaluation follows a three-stage process: 1) Administrative compliance (mandatory documents); 2) Functionality (minimum 70/100 points required to proceed); 3) Price and B-BBEE (80/20 system). Functionality scoring: Experience (45 points), Key Staff Competency (35 points), and Methodology (20 points).

Appointment of a service provider to train 21 officials on municipal governance. Deliverables include a detailed training programme, a training plan with clear timeframes, and human resource allocation. Facilitator must hold a Masters in Public Management and Governance (or equivalent) and be an LGSETA accredited assessor and moderator.

Pricing must be firm and include all applicable taxes, expenses, and disbursements. The tender offer must remain valid for 90 days from the closing date. Prices are subject to negotiation with preferred bidders.

Mandatory: Full CSD report (not older than one month), valid Tax Compliance Status PIN, fully completed and signed MBD forms (1-9), and LGSETA accreditation for the company. For partnerships/joint ventures, a signed agreement must be attached. Proof of professional experience (signed reference letters) and certified copies of staff qualifications and LGSETA registration are required for functionality scoring.