This Tender Has Expired

Closing date: 22 January 2026 (11:00 hrs). No other dates (briefings, site visits, clarification deadlines) are mentioned in the extracted text.

Bid queries: [email protected]

Phone: +27 11 207 2600

Address: MICT SETA Head Office, Supply Chain Management, 19 Richards Drive, Gallagher Convention Centre, Gallagher House, Level 3 West Wing, Gauteng.

• Submit all required returnable documents as listed in the tender (specific list not provided – ensure all forms, certificates and declarations are included).
• All bids must be signed and dated.
• Bids not meeting the technical threshold (70/100) will be declared non‑responsive.
• Disqualification occurs automatically if the bidder appears on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.
• Declarations regarding state employment, relationships with procuring institution staff, and interests in related enterprises must be completed and attached.
• Submit the bid to the address indicated in the tender (MICT SETA Head Office, Supply Chain Management, 19 Richards Drive, Gallagher Convention Centre, Level 3 West Wing) before 11:00 hrs on 22 January 2026.

Stage 1 – Functional Evaluation (technical functionality) – maximum 100 points; minimum threshold 70 points. Points allocated as follows:

1. Portfolio – up to 20 points for four approved research reports (one per study: Impact, Tracer, Longitudinal, Evaluation) not older than 5 years.

2. Experience – up to 10 points for four client reference letters (must be on letterhead, dated, signed).

3. Quality Assurance Plan – 20 points for a detailed plan covering procedures and risk mitigation.

4. Methodology – up to 25 points for covering five elements (Planning, Execution, Reporting, Follow‑up, Completion/Handover).

5. Team Organogram – 5 points for a clear organogram showing members, roles and effort.

6. Team Lead – 5 points for CV showing ≥15 years relevant experience and 5 points for Master’s degree in a listed discipline (total 10 points).

7. Support Staff – 5 points for CVs showing ≥5 years experience and 5 points for qualified diplomas/degrees (total 10 points).

Total functional score = 100; only bidders scoring ≥70 are appointed to the panel.

Scope: Provide Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) research services for a three‑year period, delivering assignments in line with OECD research frameworks and DHET/DMPE guidelines. Deliverables include inception report, data collection instruments, data sets, draft and final reports, PowerPoint presentations, and electronic copies (PDF, Word). All reports become MICT SETA property; data must be handled in accordance with POPIA and MICT SETA confidentiality policies. Bi‑weekly progress meetings with M&E Senior Manager required. Service provider responsible for staff conduct and sub‑contractor supervision. Reports must follow MICT SETA corporate identity manual.

• B‑BBEE Level 3 minimum (as stated).
• Provide valid CSD, tax clearance, and up‑to‑date CIPC registration.
• Meet any CIDB requirements if applicable (not explicitly stated).
• Submit certified copies of qualifications for team lead and support staff (not older than 6 months).
• Ensure compliance with POPIA and MICT SETA data protection policies.