Accredited sdp or assessment centre to develop assessment tools for automotive sales advisor (qualification 118097)

Closing date: 3 November 2026 at 13:00

Invitation date: 27 October 2026

No briefing session or site visit is mentioned in the document.

SCM enquiries

• Contact: Kgomotso Mabe
• Email: [email protected]

Technical enquiries

• Contact: Phillip Maleka
• Email: [email protected]

Submission email: [email protected]

Fraud hotline: 0800 333 057

Submission method: email to [email protected] with the RFQ number as the subject line.

Email subject: RFQ-LEA-26-27-211-1

Quotations must be clearly marked with the RFQ number and description of the required goods/services.

Closing date: 3 November 2026 at 13:00.

Late submissions after the closing date and time will not be considered.

Returnable forms — all must be completed, signed and submitted with the quotation:

• Bidders Information: company, VAT, CSD, contact and address details.
• Undertaking by Bidder: binds the bidder to the offer and terms for the validity period.
• Authority to Sign: authorises the named signatory to bind the bidder; attach registration certificates, board resolution or power of attorney as applicable.
• SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure): discloses any state employment or connections to the procuring institution; false or incomplete disclosure disqualifies the bid.
• SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim): claims B-BBEE preference points under the 80/20 system.
• SBD 7.1 (Contract Form): undertaking to supply goods/works in accordance with the RFQ; completed and signed in duplicate.
• Pricing Schedule: official merSETA pricing form, with a supplementary breakdown on company letterhead if needed.
• Proof of CSD registration (valid CSD number).
• Copy of B-BBEE certificate or affidavit.
• Any certification required by the specifications.

Quotations received late will not be considered regardless of reason.

Three-stage evaluation:

Stage 1: Compliance with administrative and mandatory requirements.

• All RFQ forms completed
• Registered on National Treasury CSD with a valid CSD number
• Pricing schedule submitted
• SBD 4 completed
• SBD 6.1 completed
• SBD 7.1 completed

Stage 2: Compliance to specifications or functionality scoring. Bidders must achieve the required minimum threshold points to progress.

Stage 3: Price and preference points.

• 80/20 preference point system: Price (80 points), Specific Goals (20 points)

Specific goals and points:

• Black people ownership 51% or more: 6 points
• Black women ownership 30% or more: 4 points
• Black youth ownership 30% or more: 4 points
• White women ownership 30% or more: 2 points
• People with disability ownership 20% or more: 4 points

Total specific goals: 20 points

Proof required for specific goals: valid B-BBEE certificate or affidavit, CIPC certificate, CIPC B-BBEE certificate, ID, or CSD record. Without proof, points for that goal are not claimed.

Bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers are automatically disqualified.

merSETA reserves the right to negotiate with qualifying bidders and not to accept the lowest offer.

Scope: Development of assessment tools for the Occupational Qualification: Automotive Sales Advisor (Qualification ID 118097).

The service provider must be an accredited Skills Development Provider (SDP) or Assessment Centre.

The assessment tools must be developed for the specified occupational qualification.

The RFQ description indicates the development of assessment tools as the deliverable.

No quantities or delivery locations are specified in the document.

The approach for the work is not described. Bidders must comply with the terms of reference/specifications provided and address the technical/functional requirements.

The merSETA may, at any time prior to closing, amend bid conditions, validity period, or specifications; bidders must monitor the merSETA website.

The award will be made to the bidder that, in merSETA's sole discretion, demonstrates requisite capability and submits a functionally compliant and financially advantageous bid.

The merSETA may require verification of any information, agreement or supporting document; bidders consent to such verification including FICA and background checks on the entity and its directors, trustees, shareholders, or members.

Pricing must be submitted on the official merSETA pricing form. Only firm prices are accepted.

Prices must be inclusive of VAT where applicable and include all related expenses (transport, accommodation).

Prices must be valid for a minimum of 60 days from the closing date.

Three pricing options are provided: basic goods/general services table, bill of quantities, or a descriptive item table. The bidder must use the applicable one.

If the allocated price page is insufficient, a supplementary pricing breakdown may be attached on company letterhead.

The price declaration must be completed; if totals differ, the price on the declaration is considered correct.

VAT at 15% must be added to the subtotal to arrive at the grand total.

Pricing format: firm prices only; non-firm prices or prices subject to exchange rate variations will not be considered.

Prices must be inclusive of VAT where applicable.

Prices must include all related expenses such as transport and accommodation.

Quoted prices must be valid for a minimum of 60 days from the closing date.

Payment terms: merSETA pays valid invoices in full within 30 days from statement date for work done to its satisfaction.

No payment for unproductive or duplicated time due to staff changes, inefficiencies or rework.

The merSETA reserves the right to recover additional expenditure by set-off against monies due if the bidder withdraws or fails to fulfil the contract.

No bid security, bond, or retention is specified in the document.

Mandatory registration on the National Treasury Central Suppliers Database (CSD) with a valid CSD number.

Tax matters must be in order and reflect accordingly on CSD at the time of award.

Must be an accredited SDP or Assessment Centre for the relevant qualification.

Bidders must submit a valid B-BBEE certificate, or a sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) where applicable, to claim preference points.

Copies of company registration certificates, partnership agreements, powers of attorney (for JVs), or ID documents must be attached as per the Authority to Sign form.

The bidder must complete SBD 4 (Bidder's Disclosure); listing on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers leads to automatic disqualification.

Tax compliance status must be in order in line with Treasury Regulations.

No health, safety, or OHS requirements are specified in the document beyond general compliance with applicable laws.

The RFQ is evaluated in three stages: Stage 1 administrative compliance, Stage 2 compliance to specifications/functionality, Stage 3 price and preference points.

Minimum points in Stage 2 are required to proceed. The specific minimum threshold is not stated in the document.

Preference point system: 80/20 (price 80, specific goals 20).

Specific goals and points as per SBD 6.1: Black ownership 51% (6), Black women 30% (4), Black youth 30% (4), White women 30% (2), PwD 20% (4). Total 20.

Proof required for each goal; without proof, points are not claimed.