This tender invites non-profit organisations (npos) to participate in the expanded public works programme (epwp) non-state sector programme for three financial years from 2026/2027 to 2028/2029. IT is aimed at npos that can create work opportunities for unemployed people in community-focused projects across various sectors. The independent development trust (idt) is the implementing agent.
Key Requirements
NPOs must have a valid registration certificate and be at least two years in existence.
Attendance at a compulsory briefing session between 29 July and 07 August 2026 is mandatory.
Bidders must submit a comprehensive set of compliance documents, including a valid COIDA certificate, UIF registration, and proof of business address.
Submission requires hand-delivery of a sealed bid pack to the IDT regional office by 12:00 on 14 August 2026.
The evaluation is a three-stage process with strict scoring thresholds for functionality (80 points) and due diligence (90 points).
NPOs must select and demonstrate capacity for specific EPWP focus areas, such as cleaning, waste management, or food security.
Joint ventures, subcontracting, or consortiums are not permitted for this bid.
Request for proposals for participation in the epwp non-state sector programme from 2026/2027 to 2028 /2029 financial years
Briefing SessionCompulsory
Date & Time
Friday, 14 August 2026 - 12:00
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City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, The Sammy Marks Square Cnr, Lilian Ngoyi and Madiba St
Important: Attendance at this briefing session is mandatory. Bids from suppliers who do not attend may be disqualified.
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Description
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
Important Dates
23 Jul
2026
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2026
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The Independent Development Trust (IDT) invites Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) to submit proposals for participation in the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) Non-State Sector NPO Programme for the 2026/2027 to 2028/2029 financial years. The evaluation is a rigorous three-stage process focusing on mandatory requirements, functionality, and on-site due diligence.
EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
The Independent Development Trust (IDT) is requesting proposals from Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) to participate in the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) Non-State Sector Programme for three financial years (2026/27 to 2028/29). The tender aims to appoint NPOs to create work opportunities for the unemployed in community projects across eight specified focus areas, such as public facility maintenance, waste management, and food security.
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Programme: EPWP Non-State Sector NPO Programme.
Duration: From 2026/2027 to 2028/2029 financial years.
Important Dates
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Closing date: 14 August 2026.
Closing time: 12:00 (midday).
Compulsory briefing sessions: 29 July 2026 to 07 August 2026. Attendance is mandatory; bidders not on the briefing register will be eliminated. Schedule is in Section H, pages 36–38 of the tender document.
Bid validity period: 90 calendar days.
Enquiries deadline: Queries will be attended only up to 5 calendar days before the closing date.
Contact Information
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Enquiries: Direct written queries to the IDT regional contact person or email [email protected].
Submission address: Hand-deliver to the bid box at the IDT Regional Offices main reception area. Address details are in Section H of the tender document.
Submission Guidelines
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Submit one combined pack (bid document and all annexures) in a sealed envelope.
Mark envelope as confidential and include: Bid Number EPWP NSS NPO PROGRAMME-2026/27-2028/29RI, description, closing date/time, NPO name, contact person's name, email, and cellphone number.
Hand-deliver to the IDT regional office bid box by closing date and time. Emailed or faxed bids will be disqualified.
Bidders (or their courier) must sign the Bid Submission Register upon delivery; failure to sign means the bid will not be considered.
Use official forms provided; do not re-type or submit typed documents. Complete in permanent black ink.
Mandatory returnable documents: Fully completed and signed SBD1 (Invitation to Bid) and SBD4 (Bidder’s Disclosure).
Other required documents: Full Central Supplier Database (CSD) report, valid Tax Compliance Letter with unique PIN.
Failure to submit any mandatory document leads to disqualification.
Bids are valid for 90 calendar days.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Entity Type: Only registered Non-Profit Organizations (NPOs) with a minimum of two years in existence. 2. Geographic Restriction: NPO's head office must be in the province where they are bidding; proof of address required. 3. Compliance: Must not have been terminated for breach of contract in the two previous financial years, and must not be blacklisted by National Treasury. 4. Joint Ventures: Not permitted; subcontracting or consortium bids are not allowed. 5. Foreign Suppliers: Must meet tax residency or establishment criteria in South Africa or provide SARS PIN/CSD number. 6. State Employees: Bids from persons in the service of the state or companies with such directors are not considered.
Technical Specifications
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Programme scope: EPWP Non-State Sector NPO Programme from 2026/2027 to 2028/2029 financial years.
NPOs must select and bid for focus areas they are competent to deliver using their own resources. IDT funds are for participant stipends only.
Focus areas: Cleaning and maintenance of public facilities; Cleaning, beautification of public and open spaces; Road maintenance (stormwater channels, kerb cleaning, potholes, grass cutting); Waste management (recycling & processing); Energy-related projects; Art and craft for People with Disabilities; Food security and farming support; Gender-Based Violence and Femicide programmes.
For each selected focus area, NPOs must: Identify sites, obtain permission from relevant authorities (municipality, department, etc.), describe scope/activities, indicate size/extent of site, prove capacity/resources/partnerships, and specify number of targeted work opportunities.
Implementation plan: NPOs must complete a detailed Project Implementation Plan template (Section E), including organisational background, staff complement, geographic information, and demographic targets (women, youth, people with disabilities).
NPO resources: Must provide at least three human resources: Manager (Diploma, NQF Level 6 minimum), Financial Officer (Certificate in Finance), Administrator (Certificate in Office Administration or equivalent). Certified copies of qualifications must not be older than three months.
Contract details: Successful NPOs will be contracted for three financial years (2026/2027 to 31 March 2029). Minimum of two main sites (50 participants), maximum of fourteen main sites (350 participants). Each main site must have 25 participants; subsites must be within 5km radius. Permission letters required per main site/subsites.
NPOs must recruit participants in line with EPWP demographic targets and pay wages within three days of receiving funds.
Reporting: Monthly reports, attendance registers, invoices, UIF payments, and participant documentation (contracts, certified IDs, bank letters) must be submitted as per IDT schedules.
Biometric system: Contracted NPOs must commit to providing at least 4GB RAM and 32GB storage gadget per main site for biometric attendance system.
Methodology
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
NPOs must complete a detailed Project Implementation Plan (Section E) including: Organisation details, registration status, contact information, physical address, key staff complement (Manager, Administration Officer, Financial Officer), employee status, geographic information (province, district, municipality, ward), and demographic targets (women, youth, people with disabilities).
NPOs must select focus areas from: Cleaning/maintenance of public facilities; Cleaning/beautification of public/open spaces; Road maintenance; Waste management; Energy-related projects; Art and craft for PwD; Food security/farming support; GBV/Femicide programmes.
For each selected focus area, NPOs must: Identify sites, obtain permission from relevant authorities, describe scope/activities, indicate site size/extent, prove capacity/resources/partnerships, and specify number of targeted work opportunities.
Implementation plan must be realistic, aligned to selected focus areas, and fully completed for evaluation scoring.
Evaluation criteria for functionality include readiness to implement, capacity to manage work, governance, understanding of EPWP, previous experience, financial capability, and ability to raise funds.
Experience & Qualifications
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
NPOs must provide three key personnel: Manager (Diploma, NQF Level 6 minimum), Financial Officer (Certificate in Finance), Administrator (Certificate in Office Administration or equivalent). Certified qualification copies must not be older than three months.
Experience scoring for functionality: Manager: 2 years (3 points), 1 year (2 points), no experience (1 point). Financial Officer: 1 year (2 points), no experience (1 point). Administrator: 1 year (2 points), no experience (1 point).
NPOs should have experience with EPWP-related projects, farming support programmes, or similar community development initiatives.
Quality Management
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
Evaluation includes functionality and due diligence stages to assess NPO capability.
Functionality threshold: 80 points.
Due diligence involves on-site inspection; minimum score required is 90 points.
Only NPOs passing due diligence are recommended for programme participation.
Compliance Requirements
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Tax compliance: Bidders must submit a valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN from SARS or a printed TCS certificate. If no TCS PIN but registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD), provide CSD number. For consortia/JV/subcontractors, each party must submit separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Submit full CSD report.
Mandatory documents for NPOs: Valid COIDA certificate (Letter of Good Standing) for the whole 2026/2027 financial year (not month-to-month). Proof of UIF registration (UI54). Valid NPO Registration Certificate (minimum two years in existence). Valid Department of Social Development Compliance Letter for 2025 or 2026. Proof of business address (title deed, lease contract, municipal services bill, tribal office letter, or affidavit with utility bill). Valid permission letters from relevant authorities for specific site(s) with detailed information.
Failure to submit any mandatory document leads to disqualification.
Bidders must use official forms (SBD1, SBD4) and complete in permanent black ink.
NPOs must have their base/head office in the province where they bid; provide proof of address.
NPOs whose contracts were terminated due to breach in the two previous financial years will not be considered.
Joint ventures, subcontracting, or consortiums are not allowed.
Bidders blacklisted with National Treasury will be eliminated.
Health & Safety
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
NPOs must provide human resources (Manager, Financial Officer, Administrator) available at all times during the contract. Replacements must have equivalent or higher qualifications.
Programme cancellation by client department does not entitle service provider to remuneration for loss.
For waste management projects: Identify public places needing cleaning/rehabilitation, obtain permission from municipalities/departments (DFFE, DWS), describe scope/activities, indicate site extent, and specify work opportunities.
Critical success factor: Ability to provide site details and permission to work.
Environmental
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
Focus areas include waste management projects (recycling & waste processing) to address littering and illegal dumping.
Objectives: Create work opportunities in managing/processing waste, maintain clean towns/public areas, support recycling enterprises.
Requirements: Identify hotspots (towns, informal settlements, beaches, etc.), obtain permission from municipalities/departments (DFFE, DWS), describe scope/activities, indicate site extent (weight/area), specify work opportunities.
Critical success factor: Ability to provide site details and permission to work.
Contractual Terms
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
Contract period: Three financial years (2026/2027 to 31 March 2029).
Renewal for second and third years subject to submission and verification of valid COIDA letter, CSD report, and DSD Compliance Letter.
IDT reserves the right to cancel, amend, modify, or withdraw the bid without prior notice or liability.
IDT reserves the right to subject bidders to assessment, contact landlords, and call referees.
Bidders must familiarise themselves with all bid document contents as they form the contract basis.
Bid documents become IDT property and will not be returned.
Special condition: Only one bid document per NPO evaluated; NPOs can be appointed in only one region.
If an NPO is appointed in multiple regions, IDT will terminate other appointments to leave only one contract.
Programme cancellation by client department due to financial constraints does not entitle service provider to remuneration for loss of business/profit.
Section
Source: EPWP NSS NPO Programme Bid Document_23 July 2026.pdf
Evaluation is in three stages: Mandatory Requirements, Functionality Criteria, Due Diligence/Site Inspection.
Functionality minimum threshold: 80 points.
Due diligence minimum score: 90 points.
Only NPOs passing due diligence are recommended for programme participation.
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Description
Source: Bid Notice and Invitation to Bid_23 July 2026.pdf
The Independent Development Trust (IDT) invites suitably qualified Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) working on community development programmes to submit proposals for participation in the Expanded Public Works Programme: Non-State Sector NPO Programme.
Important Dates
Source: Bid Notice and Invitation to Bid_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Closing date and time: Wednesday, 14 August 2026 at 12h00.
Compulsory briefing sessions: Refer to schedule in section H, point no. 8 on pages 36-38. Attendance is mandatory.
Contact Information
Source: Bid Notice and Invitation to Bid_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Submission address: IDT Regional Offices (specific offices not detailed).
No specific contact person, email, or phone number provided.
Submission Guidelines
Source: Bid Notice and Invitation to Bid_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
Submit bid documents to IDT Regional Offices by Wednesday, 14 August 2026 at 12h00.
Place submissions in the relevant tender box at the regional offices.
No submissions via email or post will be accepted.
Compulsory briefing sessions are required; bidders who do not attend will be eliminated. Refer to schedule in section H, point 8 on pages 36-38.
Late submissions will not be accepted.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Bid Notice and Invitation to Bid_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
The tender is open exclusively to Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) involved in community development. Eligibility is contingent upon successfully navigating the three-stage evaluation process. Organisations must have the capacity to implement EPWP focus areas, manage work opportunity creation, demonstrate sound governance, have relevant previous EPWP project experience, and possess the necessary financial and operational infrastructure as verified on-site.
Technical Specifications
Source: Bid Notice and Invitation to Bid_23 July 2026.pdf (RFP)
The tender invites suitably qualified Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) working on community development programmes to submit proposals for participation in the Expanded Public Works Programme: Non-State Sector NPO Programme.
Key evaluation criteria include readiness to implement EPWP focus areas, capacity to manage work opportunities, governance, understanding of EPWP, previous EPWP-related experience, financial capability, and ability to raise funds.
Site evaluation will assess basic office infrastructure, biometric system, confirmation of existing focus areas, and confirmation of human resources.
Quality Management
Source: Bid Notice and Invitation to Bid_23 July 2026.pdf
Evaluation includes functionality criteria: readiness to implement EPWP focus areas, capacity to manage work opportunities, governance, understanding of EPWP, previous EPWP experience, financial capability, and fundraising ability.
Site evaluation assesses basic office infrastructure, biometric system, confirmation of existing focus areas, and confirmation of human resources.
Bidders must pass functionality (80 points minimum) and site evaluation (90 points minimum) to qualify.
Section
Source: Bid Notice and Invitation to Bid_23 July 2026.pdf
A three-stage method of evaluation will be used.
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Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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