Training services for beginners and advanced digital marketing for gcis

GCIS invites reputable service providers with a proven track record to facilitate training in Beginners and Advanced Digital Marketing. The training aims to build skills for creating, managing, and optimizing digital marketing across government platforms. Training must be conducted face-to-face in Gauteng, Pretoria, for 17 employees per course (Beginners and Advanced). Bidders must demonstrate competency and capacity to deliver comprehensive training meeting GCIS expectations.

Closing date: 25 June 2026 at 11:00. No other dates (e.g., briefings, site visits) are specified in the document.

Technical enquiries: Mr Kabelo Dimpe, Tel: 012 473 0121, Email: [email protected]. Bidding procedure enquiries: Mpho Ramashi (Tel: 012 473 0194, Email: [email protected]) or Namane Mahlaba (Tel: 012 473 0093, Email: [email protected]). Submission address: GCIS Head Office, 1035 Tshedimosetso House, C/O Francis Baard and Festival Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0002.

Submit bids in a sealed envelope marked 'RFQ 001-2026/2027' to the tender box at GCIS Head Office, 1035 Tshedimosetso House, C/O Francis Baard and Festival Streets, Hatfield, Pretoria, 0002, or via postal address: The Head: Supply Chain Management, Government Communications (GCIS), Private Bag X 745, Pretoria, 0001. Deadline: 25 June 2026 at 11:00. Late submissions or email submissions will not be accepted. Required forms: SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid), SBD 3.3 (Pricing Schedule), SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), and General Conditions of Contract (initial every page). Failure to submit these documents may result in disqualification.

Scope: Provide face-to-face training in Gauteng, Pretoria, for 17 employees in Beginners Digital Marketing and 17 employees in Advanced Digital Marketing over two weeks. Modules must cover: Beginners - digital marketing strategies, digital landscape, types/benefits of digital marketing, planning strategies, data collection/analysis, web development, web design, SEO/SEM/PPC, online presence, content creation, social media management. Advanced - content marketing strategy, digital channel strategy, social media engagement, advanced social media strategies, search engine advertising, web design/development, digital ads optimization, conversion optimization, direct marketing, brand management, analytics, future trends, hyper-personalization, AI/machine learning. Practical/technical modules must include: Comprehensive Digital Marketing Strategy, SEO, Content Creation/Marketing, Social Media Management, PPC, Web Design/Development, Analytics/Reporting, Email Marketing, Advanced SEO, Data Analytics/Tracking, Marketing Automation/AI, Paid Advertising Technology, Technical Web Optimization, Customer Data Platforms, Dynamic Content Personalization, Automated Customer Journeys. Bidders must submit a detailed project plan and methodology.

Bidders must submit a detailed project plan and methodology for training. Plan must include: Two (2) weeks of training days, modules for Beginners and Advanced Digital Marketing, and methodology for delivery. Evaluation criteria for methodology: Structured day-to-day plan (scored 0-5: 0=Non-submission, 5=Excellent). Functionality score contributes to Gate 1 (minimum 65% required to proceed to Gate 2).

Service providers must have ≥3 years’ proven experience in Beginners and Advanced Digital Marketing training. Submit: Detailed company experience (table format: client name, service rendered, project value, contact person, numbers), Trainer CVs with ≥3 years’ experience, and contactable references. Scoring: Company experience (3-5 years: 3 points, 5-10 years: 4 points, >10 years: 5 points), Trainer experience (same scoring), References (3 letters: 3 points, 4: 4 points, ≥5: 5 points).

Service providers must have QCTO or SETA accreditation or proof of registration (mandatory; failure to submit disqualifies bid). Provide at least three (3) client references from the last 36 months, with signed, dated letters on client letterhead, including contact details (phone, email, physical address) and service duration. Submit detailed CVs for trainers with ≥3 years’ proven experience in Beginners and Advanced Digital Marketing, including contactable references.

Use SBD 3.3 (Pricing Schedule) to quote prices in Rand (R), inclusive of VAT and all applicable taxes. Breakdown required for: Beginners Digital Marketing (training, manuals, venue/catering), Advanced Digital Marketing (training, manuals, venue/catering). Include: Ceiling price for total project, rates for personnel (hourly/daily), phases/costs/man-days, travel expenses (rate/km, class of travel), other expenses (accommodation, meals, etc.). Proof of expenses (certified invoices) must accompany claims. Specify if rates are firm or adjustable (e.g., CPI-based). Offer validity: 90 days from closing date.

Pricing must be quoted in Rand (R) and include VAT. Use SBD 3.3 (Pricing Schedule) to present pricing for: Beginners Digital Marketing (training for 17 attendees, training manuals, venue/catering) and Advanced Digital Marketing (training for 17 attendees, training manuals, venue/catering). Include ceiling price for total estimated time and all expenses (taxes, travel, accommodation, etc.). Rates must be firm for the contract period or specify adjustment basis (e.g., CPI). Proof of expenses (e.g., invoices) must accompany claims. Offer validity: 90 days from closing date.

Mandatory: Certificate of Accreditation or proof of registration with QCTO or SETA (failure to submit disqualifies bid). Must be registered on Central Suppliers Database (CSD) and provide CSD number/report (register at https://secure.csd.gov.za/ if not already registered). Submit SBD forms: SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid), SBD 3.3 (Pricing Schedule), SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form), and General Conditions of Contract (initial every page). B-BBEE: To claim preference points, provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit for: enterprises ≥40% women-owned (10 points), ≥20% youth-owned (5 points), or ≥20% owned by people with disabilities (5 points). Tax compliance: Submit TCS PIN or CSD number. No advance payments will be made.

Contract terms include: Payment terms (no advance payments), Prices (firm for contract period or adjusted per CPI), Contract amendments, Assignment/Subcontracts (requires approval), Delays (penalties may apply), Termination for default/insolvency, Force Majeure (events beyond supplier control), Settlement of disputes, Limitation of liability, Governing law (South African), Taxes/duties (supplier responsible), Prohibition of restrictive practices. Contract price includes all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, skills development levies).

Evaluation uses a three-phase process: Gate 0 (Pre-qualification: submit all mandatory documents), Gate 1 (Functionality: minimum 65% score required), Gate 2 (80/20 Preference Points: 80 for price, 20 for RDP goals). Functionality scoring: Experience (10 points), Trainer CVs (5 points), References (5 points), Deliverables (Beginners: 20 points, Advanced: 20 points, Practical/Technical: 30 points), Project Plan/Methodology (10 points). RDP goals: 10 points for ≥40% women-owned, 5 points for ≥20% youth-owned, 5 points for ≥20% disability-owned. Supporting documents (B-BBEE certificates/affidavits) are required to claim points.