Mict seta seeks a qualified service provider to conduct an independent investigation into the recent resignations of senior executives and governance challenges. The investigation will identify contributing factors, assess risks, and provide recommendations to stabilise leadership and improve governance. Bidders must have a lead consultant with at least 10 years' experience and a master's degree in a relevant field, and must submit a detailed proposal by 07 august 2026.
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Submit one soft copy of the completed RFQ to [email protected] before 07 August 2026, 11:00 AM SAST.
Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) and submit a valid Tax Clearance Certificate or proof of application.
Lead consultant must have at least 10 years' experience in HR Management, Organisational Re-engineering, Industrial Psychology, Corporate Governance, or related field, and hold a master's degree in a relevant field (certified copy not older than 6 months).
Provide at least 3 contactable reference letters from different RSA clients demonstrating experience in HR/Labour/Governance investigations in the public sector.
Submit all required returnable documents: CSD report, pricing schedule, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, certified ID copies of directors, CIPC documents, shareholding certificate, and Form A.
Quotation must remain valid for 90 days from closing date; pricing must include VAT breakdown.
Evaluation uses 80/20 preference point system: 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals (ownership by historically disadvantaged persons, women, and youth).
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MICT SETA is seeking a service provider to conduct an independent investigation into recent senior management resignations and governance challenges. The investigation will analyze the organizational environment, identify factors driving resignations and governance lapses, and provide recommendations for stabilization. The contract duration is 30 days, with a 90-day validity period for quotes. Submissions are due by 11:00 AM on 7 August 2026 via email.
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MICT SETA is a public entity established under the Skills Development Act, operating in Advertising, Film and Electronic Media, Electronics, Information Technology, and Telecommunications.
Recent resignations of CIO (June 2026) and CEO (July 2026) have raised governance and business continuity concerns.
Governance lapses include late submission of Sector Skills Plan and Annual Performance Plan (31 Jan 2026) and submission of Annual Financial Statements without Chairperson’s signature (31 May 2026), leading to Portfolio Committee intervention.
Minister appointed National Skills Authority to conduct rapid governance assessment.
MICT SETA seeks to appoint a service provider to conduct independent investigation into factors behind resignations and governance challenges, and to make recommendations.
Objectives: determine factors driving resignations, identify risks, and recommend solutions to retain managers and stabilise leadership.
Scope includes analysis of senior management and governance environment, environmental scanning, and recommendations.
Lead consultant must be in bidder’s employ with at least 10 years’ experience in HR Management, Organisational Re-engineering, Industrial Psychology, Corporate Governance, or related field, particularly in the public sector.
Lead consultant’s CV must highlight at least 3 HR investigations or similar matters handled within public entities, statutory bodies, or organs of state, and be conversant with Corporate Governance, Labour Law, and King V.
Lead consultant must possess a master’s degree in the relevant field (certified copy not older than 6 months).
Bidder must have experience in conducting investigations in HR/Labour/Governance in the public sector, evidenced by at least 3 contactable reference letters from different RSA clients on company letterhead, signed by company representative.
Stage 2: Price and Specific Goals (80/20 system):
Price: 80 points
Specific Goals: 20 points
51% owned by historically disadvantaged persons: 10 points
51% owned by historically disadvantaged women: 5 points
51% owned by historically disadvantaged youth: 5 points
Enterprises not owned by historically disadvantaged persons get 0 points for specific goals.
Bidders failing mandatory criteria are eliminated.
Determine factors leading to governance challenges that prompted intervention by Portfolio Committee and Minister.
Identify risks associated with continued resignations.
Provide recommendations to resolve governance lapses, retain managers, and stabilise leadership.
Scope of work:
Conduct detailed analysis of organisational environment at top/senior management level (including lateral and hierarchical employee relations).
Environmental scanning of MICT SETA leadership, governance, and compliance environment.
Provide findings on whether MICT SETA is an employer of choice and whether governance lapses exist, with causes.
Make recommendations for improvement.
Duration: 30 days from start date agreed in SLA, commencing upon signing of SLA.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: RFQ-MICT-46-2026 - INVESTIGATIONS.pdf
Lead consultant must be in bidder’s employ and have at least 10 years’ experience in HR Management, Organisational Re-engineering, Industrial Psychology, Corporate Governance, or related field, particularly in public sector.
Lead consultant’s CV must highlight at least 3 HR investigations or similar matters handled within public entities, statutory bodies, or organs of state.
Lead consultant must be conversant with Corporate Governance, Labour Law, King V, and legislation such as BCEA, LRA, and Skills Development Act.
Lead consultant must possess a master’s degree in relevant field (certified copy not older than 6 months).
Bidder must have experience in conducting investigations in HR/Labour/Governance in public sector, evidenced by at least 3 contactable reference letters from different RSA clients on company letterhead, signed by company representative.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQ-MICT-46-2026 - INVESTIGATIONS.pdf
Pricing schedule must include cost breakdown per line item, sub-total, VAT @ 15%, and total price including VAT.
Quotation must remain valid for 90 days from closing date.
Bidders must indicate delivery period, whether delivery period is fixed, whether prices are fixed, and whether quote is strictly to specification.
Delivery address: MICT SETA Head Office, Level 3 West Wing, Gallagher House, 19 Richards Drive, Halfway House, Midrand.
Authorised company representative must sign and indicate capacity.
Must be registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) prior to submission.
Must submit valid Tax Clearance Certificate or proof of application endorsed by SARS.
Must complete SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Procurement Claim Form).
Must submit CIPC documents, shareholding certificate, and certified ID copies of directors (not older than 6 months).
Must complete Form A: Bidder’s Eligibility, declaring no procurement prohibition, bankruptcy, corrupt practices, etc.
Bidders listed on Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers will be disqualified.
B-BBEE: Specific goals based on ownership by historically disadvantaged persons, women, and youth. No minimum B-BBEE level stated, but points are awarded for ownership.
Enterprise at least 51% owned by historically disadvantaged persons: 10 points
Enterprise at least 51% owned by historically disadvantaged women: 5 points
Enterprise at least 51% owned by historically disadvantaged youth: 5 points
Enterprises not owned by historically disadvantaged persons get 0 points for specific goals.
To claim points, bidder must submit CIPC documents, valid share certificate indicating % shareholding, and certified ID copies of directors (not older than 6 months).
Failure to submit proof means preference points not claimed.
Fraudulent claims may lead to disqualification, recovery of costs, cancellation of contract, restriction from public sector business for up to 10 years, and criminal prosecution.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ-MICT-46-2026 - INVESTIGATIONS.pdf
Contract will be formalised via a Service Level Agreement (SLA) after award.
Services commence upon signing of SLA.
Duration: 30 days from start date agreed in SLA.
Quotation must remain valid for 90 days from closing date.
MICT SETA reserves the right to:
Not evaluate or award RFQs that do not comply strictly.
Make selection solely on information received and enter negotiations with preferred bidders.
Contact bidders for clarification without informing others.
Award to one or more bidders.
Withdraw or cancel RFQ at any stage.
Accept or reject any RFQ in part or full.
No contract is deemed accepted until formal contract/letter of intent is executed.
Bidders bear all costs of bidding.
Fraudulent claims may lead to disqualification, recovery of costs, cancellation of contract, restriction from doing business with public sector for up to 10 years, and criminal prosecution.
Bidder must complete Form A: Bidder’s Eligibility, declaring:
Not under procurement prohibition by National Treasury.
Not bankrupt, not involved in corrupt/fraudulent practices, no pending legal action that could impair operations.
Undertake not to engage in corrupt, fraudulent, coercive, collusive, or obstructive practices.
All information provided is true; misrepresentation may lead to elimination.
Bidder must complete SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) declaring any relationship with state employees, interests in other enterprises, and compliance with competition laws.
Bidders listed on Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers will be disqualified.
Lead consultant experience: at least 10 years in HR Management, Organisational Re-engineering, Industrial Psychology, Corporate Governance, or related field, particularly public sector.
Lead consultant must have handled at least 3 HR investigations or similar matters in public entities, statutory bodies, or organs of state; conversant with Corporate Governance, Labour Law, King V, and relevant legislation (BCEA, LRA, Skills Development Act).
Lead consultant must have master’s degree in relevant field (certified copy not older than 6 months).
Bidder must have at least 3 contactable reference letters from different RSA clients for similar investigations, on client letterhead, signed by company representative.
Stage 2 Price and Specific Goals:
80/20 preference point system: 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals.
Specific goals: 10 points for 51% ownership by historically disadvantaged persons; 5 points for 51% ownership by historically disadvantaged women; 5 points for 51% ownership by historically disadvantaged youth.
Enterprises not owned by historically disadvantaged persons get 0 points for specific goals.
Bidders failing mandatory criteria are eliminated.
Award to bidder with highest total points.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Gallagher Ave, Halfway House, Midrand, 1685, South Africa
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