Basic first aid training level 01 – ezemvelo KZN wildlife tender in kwazulu-natal

Closing date: 09 October 2026 at 11:00

Compulsory briefing session: date and venue not stated in the document; attendance register must be signed, failure to sign disqualifies the bid.

Validity period: 90 calendar days from the closing date.

Compulsory briefing session: Bidders must ensure that during the briefing session, the attendance register is signed. Failure to sign the attendance will result in the bid being disqualified. Date, time, and venue are not stated in the document.

Bidding procedure enquiries:

• Contact: Mr. Thembinkosi Mchunu
• Email: [email protected]
• Telephone: 033 239 1232

Technical enquiries:

• Contact: Nomfundo Biyela
• Email: [email protected]
• Telephone: 033 845 1153

Submission email: [email protected]

Whistle-blowing hotline: 0800 701 701 (anytime)

Submission method: email only.

• Submission email: [email protected]
• Closing date and time: 09 October 2026 at 11:00
• Subject line must state the RFQ number (RFQ 02.10.2026) as reference.
• Only PDF format accepted; large submissions must be compressed into a single zip file.
• More than one email submission disqualifies the bid.
• Quotations must be received before the closing time; late bids are not considered.

Returnable documents (all must be completed, signed and submitted):

• SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid): bidder and contact details, signed as the offer cover page.
• SBD 3.3 (Pricing Schedule): itemised rates for the three regions, excluding VAT, with 15% VAT added.
• SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure): declares any state employment or relationship with the procuring institution; false disclosure disqualifies.
• SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim): claims B-BBEE and specific-goal points under the 80/20 system.
• Authority to Sign: authorises the named signatory to bind the bidder; proof of authority (e.g. company resolution) required.
• CSD registration proof and a signed certification that CSD details are correct and up to date.
• Tax compliance status: SARS TCS PIN, printed TCS certificate, or CSD number.
• B-BBEE verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs).
• Mandatory accreditation proof (National Certificate 74269 or unit standard 119567).
• Three CVs of experienced training personnel and proof of valid assessor/moderator registration.

Disqualification risks:

• Submission to any email other than [email protected].
• Submission after the closing time, regardless of reason.
• More than one email submission.
• Non-PDF format.
• Any returnable form left unsigned, incomplete, or omitted.
• Failure to sign the compulsory briefing attendance register.

Evaluation in three phases:

• Phase 1 – Administrative Compliance: CSD registration, SBD4 disclosures, enterprise status indicated, bid received on time, tax compliance, separate TCS for each consortium/JV/subcontractor, fully completed and signed bid with original signatures, not on Register of Tender Defaulters, not restricted from doing business with government, compulsory briefing attendance.
• Phase 2 – Mandatory Requirements: submission of valid accreditation (National Certificate 74269 or unit standard 119567) and three CVs with assessor/moderator registration; failure disqualifies.
• Phase 3 – Price and preference: 80/20 preference point system.

Scoring:

• Price: 80 points
• Specific goals: 20 points
• Total: 100 points

Specific goals (points claimed on SBD 6.1, verified via CSD report):

• At least 51% black-owned: points based on ownership percentage.
• At least 51% black women-owned: 3 points.
• At least 51% black youth-owned: 3 points.
• At least 51% black people with disabilities: 6 points (proof of disability required).
• Geographical location in KwaZulu-Natal: 2 points (based on CSD preferred address).

Failure to submit proof for specific goals means those points are not claimed.

Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife reserves the right to appoint more than one bidder, not to appoint, and to negotiate final prices with technically compliant bidders.

Scope: Appointment of an accredited training service provider to deliver Basic First Aid Training Level 1 to Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife staff (IASP).

Training objectives:

• Demonstrate understanding of emergency scene management.
• Demonstrate understanding of elementary anatomy and physiology.
• Assess an emergency situation.
• Apply first aid procedures to life-threatening situations.
• Treat common injuries.

Course format: combination of classroom, practical, and written assessment.

Language: training must be delivered in IsiZulu and English.

Quantities by region (number of assessments):

• Ukhahlamba Region: 88
• Coast Region: 27
• Zululand Region: 200

Service provider responsibilities:

• Ensure daily attendance register signed by each learner.
• Complete learner SETA enrolment forms and provide copies to EKZNW.
• Submit Portfolio of Evidence on a specified date; all learners sign the submission register.
• Upload learners onto the SETA ETQA database and provide proof of upload.
• Facilitate, assess, moderate and verify the learning programme.
• Provide learner guidance and support.
• Issue Certificate of Attendance, Certificate of Competence, and ETQA Statement of Results.
• Submit Learner Evaluation Report and Training Close-Out Report within 15 days (or reasonable time).
• Certificates must be printed on A4 premium paper and laminated, submitted after training completion.

Mandatory accreditation:

• Valid proof of company accreditation or qualification: National Certificate 74269 or unit standard 119567, accredited by a relevant statutory or regulatory body.
• Three CVs of experienced training personnel and valid proof of registration as assessor or moderator from an approved body.
• Failure to provide these disqualifies the bid.

Mandatory qualification requirements:

• Valid proof of company accreditation or qualification: National Certificate 74269 or unit standard 119567, accredited by a relevant statutory or regulatory body.
• Three CVs of experienced training personnel and valid proof of registration as assessor or moderator from an approved body.
• Failure to provide these results in disqualification.

The service provider and facilitator/assessor must have relevant accreditation for the course. The successful bidder must appoint well-experienced assessors and moderators to ensure compliance with training requirements.

Quality requirements for training delivery:

• Daily attendance register signed by each learner.
• Learner SETA enrolment forms completed and copies provided to EKZNW.
• Portfolio of Evidence submitted on a specified date; all learners sign the submission register.
• Learners uploaded onto the SETA ETQA database with proof of upload.
• Learning programme facilitated, assessed, moderated and verified.
• Learner guidance and support provided.
• Learners certified with Certificate of Attendance, Certificate of Competence, and ETQA Statement of Results.
• Learner Evaluation Report and Training Close-Out Report submitted within 15 days (or reasonable time).
• Certificates printed on A4 premium paper and laminated, submitted after training completion.
• Training delivered in IsiZulu and English.

Pricing schedule (SBD 3.3):

• First Aid Training Level 1 – Ukhahlamba Region: 88 assessments
• First Aid Training Level 1 – Coast Region: 27 assessments
• First Aid Training Level 1 – Zululand Region: 200 assessments

Rates must be all-inclusive, covering course materials, travel, accommodation, and any other associated expenses. Travel and accommodation costs must be shown separately. Prices exclude VAT, with 15% VAT added, and grand total in RSA currency. Offer valid for 90 calendar days from closing date.

Pricing format: SBD 3.3 Pricing Schedule, rates per region excluding VAT, 15% VAT added, grand total in RSA currency.

• Ukhahlamba Region: 88 assessments
• Coast Region: 27 assessments
• Zululand Region: 200 assessments

Rates must be all-inclusive, covering course materials, travel, accommodation, and any other associated expenses. Travel and accommodation costs must be shown separately.

Offer valid for 90 calendar days from closing date.

Payment terms:

• 70% of quoted amount paid upon delivery of training and receipt of confirmation of registration with CETA/SETA.
• Remaining 30% paid upon submission of Statement of Results and certificates.

No bid security, performance security, or guarantees are specified in the document.

CSD registration:

• Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database at closing time; unregistered bidders are disqualified at evaluation.
• CSD registration number and a signed certification of the accuracy of CSD details are required.

Tax compliance:

• SARS tax compliance status PIN, printed TCS certificate, or CSD number must be submitted.
• Each party to a consortium, joint venture, or subcontract must submit its own PIN, TCS certificate, or CSD number.

B-bbee:

• A B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs and QSEs) must be submitted to qualify for preference points.

Other:

• Bidders must not be persons in the service of the state, nor companies/close corporations with directors/members in the service of the state.
• Bidders must not be listed on the Register of Tender Defaulters or restricted from doing business with government.
• Foreign suppliers must complete the questionnaire on residency, branch, permanent establishment, income, and tax liability in South Africa.

Preference points for specific goals (80/20 system, 20 points total):

• At least 51% black-owned: points based on ownership percentage, verified on CSD.
• At least 51% black women-owned: 3 points.
• At least 51% black youth-owned: 3 points.
• At least 51% black people with disabilities: 6 points (proof of disability letter from medical doctor or authorised healthcare professional required).
• Geographical location in KwaZulu-Natal: 2 points (based on CSD preferred address).

A B-BBEE status level verification certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs and QSEs) must be submitted to qualify for preference points.

The General Conditions of Contract (GCC) apply, including provisions on performance security, inspections, packing, delivery, insurance, warranty, payment, prices, contract amendment, assignment, subcontracting, delays, termination, and restriction penalties. The successful bidder will be required to sign a written contract form (SBD7).

This bid is subject to Treasury Regulations 16A issued in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife Supply Chain Management Policy, and all other prescripts regulating public procurement in South Africa. Quotations must be emailed to [email protected] before closing time and date; failure will result in disqualification. RFQ number must be stated as reference on the subject line. Only PDF submissions will be considered. If submission is large, compress into one zip file. Submission of more than one email will result in disqualification.

Mandatory requirements include:

• Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) at closing time.
• Compliance with tax obligations (TCS PIN or CSD number).
• Completion of SBD4 disclosures.
• Indication of enterprise status in the authority to sign.
• Bid documents properly received by closing date and time.
• Bid document fully completed, dated, and signed with original signatures.
• Bidder not listed on Register of Tender Defaulters or restricted from doing business with government.
• Compulsory briefing meeting attendance.
• Submission of valid accreditation (National Certificate 74269 or unit standard 119567) and three CVs with assessor/moderator registration.

The bid is evaluated in three phases:

• Phase 1 – Administrative Compliance: CSD registration, SBD4 disclosures, enterprise status, bid submission, tax compliance, TCS for consortia, fully completed and signed bid, not on tender defaulters list, not restricted, compulsory briefing attendance.
• Phase 2 – Mandatory Requirements: submission of relevant documentation (accreditation and CVs); failure results in disqualification.
• Phase 3 – Price and preference: 80/20 preference point system, 80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals.