Arpl trade testing services for 1 motor mechanic candidate — merseta/qcto/namb accredited centre required

SCM department: Supply Chain Management, Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC).

Named contact person: not stated.

Email: not stated.

Telephone: not stated.

Submission address: not stated.

Service/delivery address: not stated.

Returnable documents required:

• SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure): declares whether any director, shareholder or person with controlling interest is employed by the state or connected to AIDC staff; certifies the bid was prepared independently without collusion; false disclosure disqualifies the bid.

Submission method: not stated in the document.

Closing: 14 October 2026 at 11:00.

Disqualification risks:

• Any person listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers.
• Undisclosed state employment or conflict of interest with the procuring institution.
• Incomplete or false SBD 4 disclosure.
• Collusive bidding or price disclosure to competitors.

Mandatory pre-qualification:

• Not listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.
• No undisclosed director, shareholder or controlling person employed by the state.
• No undisclosed relationship with AIDC staff.
• Bid prepared independently without consultation, agreement or arrangement with any competitor.

Preference points system: not stated in the document.

Minimum qualifying score: not stated in the document.

Price vs functionality split: not stated in the document.

Scope: accreditation and trade testing services for one motor mechanic candidate through Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL).

Required services:

• Pre-assessment of the candidate.
• Gap closure training.
• Trade test preparations.
• Trade testing.

Accreditation required:

• MERSETA accredited assessment centre, or
• QCTO accredited assessment centre, or
• National Artisan Moderation Body (NAMB) accredited trade test centre.

Location: must be capable of operating in Gauteng.

Candidate volume: 1 motor mechanic candidate.

Mandatory registrations and accreditation:

• CSD registration: required (implied by standard government procurement practice; not explicitly stated in this document).
• Tax compliance: not explicitly stated in this document.
• B-BBEE: not explicitly stated in this document.
• CIDB: not applicable (services, not construction).

Sector-specific accreditation (mandatory):

• MERSETA accreditation, or
• QCTO accreditation, or
• NAMB accreditation.

Returnable form:

• SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure): discloses conflicts of interest and certifies independent bid preparation.

The Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) requires a MERSETA/QCTO/NAMB accredited assessment or trade test centre to conduct ARPL services for one motor mechanic candidate. Services cover pre-assessment, gap closure, trade test preparation, and trade testing. The Integrity Pact applies throughout the tender process and contract period. Both parties must comply with all fair competition, anti-corruption, environmental, health, and safety laws. Confidential information must be protected. Bidders must uphold government reputation and ethical conduct beyond direct contractual obligations.

Enquiries and ethics reporting:

• Gauteng Ethics Hotline

• Toll-free: 080 1111 633

• SMS call-back: 49017

• Email: [email protected]

• Fax: 086 726 1681

• Website: www.thehotline.co.za

• Walk-in: Office of the Premier, 55 Marshall Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2001

• National Anti-Corruption Hotline

• Toll-free: 0800 701 701

• Email: [email protected]

• Fax: 0800 204 965

• Website: www.publicservicecorruptionhotline.org.za

• Walk-in: Schreiner Chambers 6th Floor, 94 Pritchard Street, Johannesburg

AIDC technical and SCM contacts: not stated in available document — to be confirmed from full tender pack

Submission address: not stated in available document

Service delivery address: not stated in available document

Closing: 14 October 2026 at 11:00

Returnable forms required:

• Signed Integrity Pact (CEO or authorised representative): mandatory; absence disqualifies the bid
• SBD forms as per standard National Treasury requirements (SBD 1, SBD 3.1/3.2/3.3, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, SBD 6.2, SBD 7.1/7.2, SBD 8, SBD 9, Authority to Sign / Board Resolution)

Submission method: not specified in available document — confirm with AIDC SCM

Disqualification risks:

• Unsigned or missing Integrity Pact
• Winning bidder who failed to sign the pact at submission
• Conviction for fraud, corruption, theft or extortion
• Listing on National Treasury's Restricted Suppliers or Tender Defaulters database
• Collusion or undisclosed agreements with other bidders
• False information in any returnable document
• Conflict of interest not declared
• Sub-contractor without adopted Integrity Pact

Preference points system: 80/20 or 90/10 (standard PPPFA; confirm in full tender pack)

Mandatory pre-qualification:

• Current accreditation as assessment or trade test centre from MERSETA, QCTO, or NAMB
• No conviction for fraud or corruption in procurement processes
• No conviction for theft or extortion
• Not listed on National Treasury Restricted Suppliers or Tender Defaulters database
• Signed Integrity Pact

Evaluation stages: not detailed in available document — full scoring split and minimum qualifying score to be confirmed from complete tender pack

Scope: accreditation and assessment services for Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL)

Specific requirement: pre-assessment, gap closure, trade test preparations, and trade testing for 1 (one) motor mechanic candidate

Accreditation required: MERSETA, QCTO, or National Artisan Moderation Body (NAMB) accredited assessment centre or trade test centre

Standards: compliance with applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations

Confidentiality: protection of all confidential information shared during the business relationship; no disclosure without authorisation

Estimated value: R1

Pricing format: not specified in available document — confirm whether schedule of rates or fixed price

Bid security, bonds, guarantees, retention: not stated in available document

Payment terms: not stated in available document

Financial capacity/turnover threshold: not stated in available document

CSD registration: required (implied by standard government procurement)

Tax status: valid SARS tax compliance status required (standard; confirm TCS PIN validity)

B-BBEE: SBD 6.1 to be completed for preference points; specific level threshold not stated in available document

CIDB: not applicable (professional services, not construction)

CIPC: required (implied standard)

Professional registration: current MERSETA/QCTO/NAMB accreditation as assessment/trade test centre is mandatory

Local content: SBD 6.2 required (standard form)

Integrity Pact: mandatory signed submission; covers tender process through contract completion

Ethical conduct: required beyond contractual period with GPG

Conflict of interest: declaration required in prescribed form; no monetary dealings with tender committee members or officials

Compliance with all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations is required under the Integrity Pact.

Contract duration: Integrity Pact valid from tender process through contract completion

Termination and sanctions for breach:

• Immediate cancellation of pre-contract negotiations without compensation
• Immediate cancellation of awarded/signed contract without compensation
• Recovery of all sums paid by GPG
• Liquidated damages equal to contract value
• Registration on National Treasury Tender Defaulters database
• Criminal proceedings under Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act
• Administrative charges and penal actions per applicable law

Confidentiality: both parties must protect confidential information; no disclosure without authorisation

Sub-contracting: principal contractor responsible for sub-contractor's adoption of Integrity Pact

Conflict of interest: declaration required; no monetary dealings with officials or tender committee members; breach entitles GPG to rescind contract

Severability: if one provision invalid, remainder continues in force

Without prejudice: actions under Integrity Pact do not limit other civil or criminal proceedings

Integrity Pact: mandatory pre-contract agreement signed by CEO or authorised representative; absence at submission disqualifies bid

Validity: covers tender process through contract completion; severable if individual provisions invalid

Governance: compliance with provincial, national, continental, and international fair competition and anti-corruption laws

Reputation protection: bidders, partners, and sub-contractors must not bring government into disrepute

GPG values: Patriotism, Purposefulness, Team focused, Integrity, Accountability, Passionate, Activism; Ethical values: Integrity, Accountability, Dignity, Transparency, Respect, Honesty

Official conduct: GPG officials bound by Treasury Regulations 16A.81; no demand or acceptance of bribes; equitable treatment of all bidders

Reporting violations: Gauteng Ethics Hotline and National Anti-Corruption Hotline channels provided

Investigation: GPG will investigate allegations; contract proceedings continue during enquiry; disciplinary action, Treasury notification, and SAPS reporting where justified

Gauteng Ethics Hotline

• Toll-free: 080 1111 633
• SMS call-back: 49017
• Email: [email protected]
• Fax: 086 726 1681
• Website: www.thehotline.co.za
• Postal: Chief Directorate Integrity Management, Private Bag X61, Marshalltown, 2001
• Walk-in: Office of the Premier, 55 Marshall Street, Marshalltown, Johannesburg, 2001

National Anti-Corruption Hotline

• Toll-free: 0800 701 701
• Email: [email protected]
• Fax: 0800 204 965
• Website: www.publicservicecorruptionhotline.org.za
• Postal: Public Service Commission, Private Bag X121, Pretoria, 0001
• Walk-in: Schreiner Chambers 6th Floor, 94 Pritchard Street, Johannesburg

AIDC SCM and technical contacts: not stated in available document

Candidate: 1 person

Trade: Motor Mechanic

Services: Pre-assessment, gap closure, trade test preparation, trade testing

No briefing session. Not applicable.

SCM contact:

• Name: Dane Visagie
• Role: SCM Officer
• Telephone: (012) 564-5003
• Department: SDT

General enquiries and submissions:

• Email: [email protected]
• Note: Do not copy any AIDC personnel on responses

Submission address:

• Email only: [email protected]

Service delivery address: Not specified in document

Submission method: email only

Submission email: [email protected]

Closing: 14 October 2026 at 11:00

Validity period: 90 business days from closing

Critical submission rule: Do not copy any AIDC personnel, including the SCM official, on the email response. Responses with AIDC employees copied will be disqualified.

Returnable forms required:

• SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses state employment or connections to AIDC staff. Must be fully completed, signed and submitted; missing or incomplete forms disqualify the bid.
• SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim): claims B-BBEE points under PPPFA 80/20. Incomplete or incorrect completion scores zero for specific goals.
• SBD 6.2 (Local Production and Content): must be completed and signed.
• Pricing schedule: fully completed and signed; incomplete forms lead to disqualification.
• Integrity Pact: must be submitted.

Mandatory pre-qualification documents:

• Proof of accreditation as Assessment/Trade Test Centre with MerSETA/QCTO/NAMB for Motor Mechanic
• CV of Trade Test Assessor (minimum 3 years' trade testing experience in Motor Mechanic)
• Assessor certificate
• CV of Trade Test Moderator (minimum 3 years' trade testing experience in Motor Mechanic)
• Moderator certificate

Other mandatory documents:

• SARS tax compliance status PIN
• Valid B-BBEE sworn affidavit (DTI/CIPC template) or SANAS-accredited verification certificate
• CSD registration proof

Disqualification risks:

• Incomplete or unsigned SBD 4
• Missing pre-qualification documents (bid declared non-responsive)
• Quoting on company letterhead only without completing RFQ documents
• Conditional, qualified, or subject-to-confirmation quotations
• Copying AIDC personnel on submission email
• Failure to submit on or before closing time

Evaluation stages and scoring:

• Stage 1: Compliance and pre-qualification (pass/fail)
• Stage 2: Functionality — scored out of 100 with minimum qualifying score of 70%
• Stage 3: Price and preference points — 80/20 system

Scoring split:

• Price: 80 points
• Specific goals (B-BBEE): 20 points

B-BBEE specific goals points allocation:

• Level 1: 20 points
• Level 2: 15 points
• Level 3: 10 points
• Level 4: 5 points
• Levels 5-8 or non-compliant: 0 points

Minimum qualifying score: 70/100 for functionality

B-BBEE evidence requirements for claiming points:

• EME (annual revenue ≤ R10 million): sworn affidavit confirming revenue and black ownership level
• QSE (annual revenue R10 million – R50 million): sworn affidavit confirming revenue and black ownership, or B-BBEE level verification certificate
• Above R50 million: SANAS-accredited B-BBEE verification certificate
• All affidavits must use approved DTI or CIPC template

Note: Bidders who fail to complete SBD 6.1 in full or complete it incorrectly receive zero for specific goals.

Procurement: ARPL trade testing services for 1 Motor Mechanic candidate

Scope of work:

• Pre-assessment of candidate
• Gap closure (if required, determined by pre-assessment outcome)
• Trade test preparation (duration determined by competency gaps identified)
• Trade testing

Candidate details:

• Number of candidates: 1
• Trade: Motor Mechanic

Accreditation requirements:

• Assessment/Trade Test Centre must be accredited with MerSETA/QCTO/NAMB for Motor Mechanic

Key personnel requirements:

• Trade Test Assessor: minimum 3 years' experience in Motor Mechanic trade testing, valid assessor certificate
• Trade Test Moderator: minimum 3 years' experience in Motor Mechanic trade testing, valid moderator certificate

Delivery period: To be stated in weeks by bidder (firm delivery period required)

Accreditation and personnel standards:

• Assessment/Trade Test Centre must hold current MerSETA/QCTO/NAMB accreditation for Motor Mechanic
• Trade Test Assessor: minimum 3 years' Motor Mechanic trade testing experience, valid certificate
• Trade Test Moderator: minimum 3 years' Motor Mechanic trade testing experience, valid certificate

Failure to submit proof of accreditation renders bid non-responsive.

Fixed unit rate pricing per candidate in ZAR (excluding VAT):

• Pre-assessment
• Gap closure
• Trade test preparation
• Trade testing

VAT at 15% added separately.

Firm prices, 90-day validity, payment only for services rendered.

Pricing format: Fixed unit rates per candidate in South African Rand (ZAR), excluding VAT

Pricing schedule items (unit rates per candidate):

1. Pre-assessment
2. Gap closure
3. Trade test preparation
4. Trade testing

VAT: 15% to be shown separately by VAT-registered vendors; non-registered vendors exclude VAT

Payment basis: Only for services actually rendered; no guaranteed minimum quantities

Key financial conditions:

• Firm prices only — no conditional, qualified, or subject-to-confirmation quotations
• Prices valid for minimum 90 days from closing date
• No post-submission price changes permitted after closing or after award
• No adjustment to unit rates permitted for variations in candidate numbers or service duration
• Gap closure and trade test preparation scope determined by pre-assessment outcomes
• All purchases via official AIDC Purchase Order; no work without valid PO or letter of award
• Price negotiation may be entered into with preferred supplier where applicable

Estimated quantities: Provided for evaluation comparison only; not a commitment to procure

Bid security, bonds, guarantees, retention: None specified

Financial capacity/turnover thresholds: None specified

CSD registration: Mandatory — active status required. AIDC cannot do business with suppliers not registered on CSD per National Treasury SCM Instruction No. 17.

Tax compliance: SARS tax compliance status PIN required for verification

B-BBEE requirements:

• Specific goals points limited to contributors Level 1-4
• Evidence required: valid sworn affidavit (DTI/CIPC template, original or certified copy) or certified copy of SANAS-accredited verification certificate
• EME (≤R10 million annual revenue): sworn affidavit confirming revenue and black ownership
• QSE (R10 million – R50 million): sworn affidavit or B-BBEE verification certificate
• Above R50 million: SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate

Professional registrations required:

• MerSETA/QCTO/NAMB accreditation as Assessment/Trade Test Centre for Motor Mechanic
• Valid assessor certificate
• Valid moderator certificate

CIDB: Not applicable (non-construction services; note included as generic template clause only)

Local content: SBD 6.2 required to be completed

Returnable compliance forms:

• SBD 4: Declaration of Interest
• SBD 6.1: Preference Points Claim
• SBD 6.2: Local Production and Content
• Integrity Pact

B-BBEE specific goals: 20 points out of 100

Points by contributor level:

• Level 1: 20 points
• Level 2: 15 points
• Level 3: 10 points
• Level 4: 5 points
• Levels 5-8 and non-compliant: 0 points

Required evidence:

• EME (≤R10 million revenue): sworn affidavit confirming annual revenue and black ownership level
• QSE (R10 million – R50 million): sworn affidavit or SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate
• Above R50 million: SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate

All affidavits must use approved DTI or CIPC template.

SBD 6.1 must be completed in full; incorrect or incomplete forms score zero for specific goals.

No health and safety requirements specified for this non-construction services tender. Generic construction-related clause (CIDB grading and safety file) appears in template but is not applicable to this ARPL assessment service.

Key contractual conditions:

• Government Procurement General Conditions of Contract apply; may not be amended
• Firm prices for contract duration; VAT shown separately by registered vendors
• 90-day price validity minimum
• No post-submission or post-award price changes
• AIDC reserves right to validate all submitted information
• POPIA consent granted by submission
• Official Purchase Order required before any work commences
• Changes to specifications must be communicated to SCM Officer
• SBD 4, 6.1, 6.2 must be fully completed and signed
• 80/20 preference point system applies
• Failure to comply invalidates proposal
• Letterhead-only quotations without completed RFQ documents will not be considered

Evaluation stages:

1. Compliance and pre-qualification
2. Functionality: 100 points, minimum 70%
3. Price and preference: 80/20 system

Points allocation:

• Price: 80 points
• Specific goals: 20 points (B-BBEE Levels 1-4)

Level 1: 20 points

Level 2: 15 points

Level 3: 10 points

Level 4: 5 points

Incomplete SBD 6.1 scores zero for specific goals.

Incomplete SBD 4 disqualifies the bid.