What are the submission requirements for this tender (Ref: RFQ Training)?

• Submit electronically to bids@isimangaliso.com or hand deliver to iSimangaliso Wetland Park Offices, The Dredger Harbour, St Lucia, 3936. GPS: Latitude -28.362936, Longitude 32.412032. • Quotes and all related documents must be in English and emailed. • Late submissions will not be considered. • Mandatory documents: All attached SBD forms completed in black ink (not typed), Authority to Sign RFQ. • Failure to submit mandatory documents renders bid invalid. • Validity period: 90 days after submission. • No upfront payments; payments made within 30 days of invoice receipt.

What are the technical specifications?

• Scope: Provide accredited training services for Landcare contractors in line with DFFE yearly training matrix. • Courses and unit standards (bid for one per document): - First Aid Level 1 (119567 or similar), 2 days. - Fire Awareness (117079 or similar), 2 days. - Plant Identification (119709 or similar), 5 days. - Herbicide Applicator (123134, 123238, 117966 or similar), 3 days. - Snakes Awareness (261619, 12620, 22971, 57829 or similar), 1 day. - Pest Control Operator’s Course (57830, 257155, 252435 or similar), 5 days. - Forestry Map Reading (117085, 376900 or similar), 5 days. • Training requirements: - Design programme proposal per unit standard. - Content must be participatory, adult-learning appropriate, simple, aligned with Protected Areas Act, updated, use visual aids. - Include course price per person (meals and VAT inclusive), facilitator names and qualifications. - Provide training at venues proposed by iSimangaliso; may require multiple facilitators simultaneously. - Organize own transport, accommodation, lunch, refreshments; claim costs on invoice. - Provide course pack/manual per participant; submit as Portfolio of Evidence (POE) with invoice. - Capture photographic evidence, ensure attendance registers signed, report challenges timeously. • Reporting deliverables: Signed attendance registers, confirmation letters of competent learners, learner database, certificates of attendance, narrative report with pictures, training invoice and statement, SCM documents. • Minimum service provider requirements: - Accreditation with relevant SETA/QCTO. - Extensive experience in quoted trainings and understanding of unit standards/NQF. - Team of qualified facilitator, moderator, assessor (attach certified qualifications and CVs). - Ability to design training programme with clear methodology, assessment, outcomes, and report writing track record. - Capacity to train large groups; enough facilitators and resources. - Knowledge of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and surrounding areas; previous work with iSimangaliso or DFFE Natural Resource Management Programmes (Working for Water/Wetlands) advantageous.

What financial requirements apply to bidders?

• Pricing format: Provide ceiling price inclusive of all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, skills levies). • Complete pricing schedule with: - Hourly/daily rates for personnel involved. - Cost per phase and man-days per phase. - Travel expenses (actual costs, proof required). - Other expenses (accommodation, telephone, reproduction; actual costs, proof required). - Indicate if rates are firm for full contract period; if not, detail adjustment basis (e.g., CPI). • Course pricing: Bid amount per student for each course listed. • Travel, meals, accommodation claims must comply with SARS and Department of Transport regulations; disbursements require iSimangaliso authorised official approval. • Payment terms: Within 30 days of Finance receiving invoice; no upfront payments.

What compliance and legal requirements must bidders meet?

• Mandatory documents for submission: - Proof of Specific Goals: Director’s ID or proof of residence. - Central Supplier Database (CSD) Registration Full Report. - Proof of Company Registration. - Valid SARS Tax Pin. - Service Fee/Quotation. - Pro forma Service Agreement fully completed, initialled, signed, witnessed. • Tax compliance: Submit SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number. For consortia/JVs/subcontractors, each party must submit separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number. • B-BBEE/Specific Goals: Claim points for Black woman ownership, Black youth ownership, Local service provider (Umkhanyakude/uMfolozi), Black ownership >51%, Disabled Black person ownership >51%. • Disqualification risks: - Not submitting mandatory/standard bidding documents. - Not providing CSD Full Report. - Listed on National Treasury restricted suppliers database. - Being a state employee. - Attempting influence or collusion. - Ambiguous or conditional quote. - Previous contract failure proof exists. - Not submitting SAQA-accredited moderator and facilitator/assessor for unit standard bid. - Not submitting above mandatory documents.

What are the important dates and deadlines for this tender?

• Closing date and time: 24 June 2026 at 12:00. • Validity period: 90 days after submission.

Who should be contacted for queries about this tender?

• Procurement enquiries: Email bids@isimangaliso.com. • Physical submission address: iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority, The Dredger Harbour, St Lucia, 3936. • No telephone or fax numbers provided.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park RFQ for Accredited Training Services

RFQRFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdfReview complete

Description

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

Purpose: Appoint panel of service providers to conduct accredited training for Landcare contractors, equipping them with skills before duties.
Aligns with yearly training matrix developed by Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment (DFFE) in partnership with iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority.
Training locations: Areas around iSimangaliso Wetland Park; actual training at venues proposed by iSimangaliso.

Important Dates

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf (RFQ)

Closing date and time: 24 June 2026 at 12:00.
Validity period: 90 days after submission.

Contact Information

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf (RFQ)

Procurement enquiries: Email [email protected].
Physical submission address: iSimangaliso Wetland Park Authority, The Dredger Harbour, St Lucia, 3936.
No telephone or fax numbers provided.

Submission Guidelines

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf (RFQ)

Submit electronically to [email protected] or hand deliver to iSimangaliso Wetland Park Offices, The Dredger Harbour, St Lucia, 3936. GPS: Latitude -28.362936, Longitude 32.412032.
Quotes and all related documents must be in English and emailed.
Late submissions will not be considered.
Mandatory documents: All attached SBD forms completed in black ink (not typed), Authority to Sign RFQ.
Failure to submit mandatory documents renders bid invalid.
Validity period: 90 days after submission.
No upfront payments; payments made within 30 days of invoice receipt.

Evaluation Criteria

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf (RFQ)

General

Must not be an employee of the state or have state employees as directors/shareholders.
Must not be listed on the National Treasury’s Register for Tender Defaulters or Database of Restricted Suppliers.
Must not have been convicted of fraud or corruption in the past 5 years.
Must not have had a contract terminated due to non-performance in the past 5 years.
Must comply with tax obligations (SARS TCS PIN required).

Preference Points

Local Service Provider

2 points (80/20 system) or 4 points (90/10 system) for being based in uMkhanyakude or uMfolozi Local Municipality.

Black Ownership

2 points (80/20) or 4 points (90/10) for >51% Black ownership.

Technical Specifications

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf (RFQ)

Scope: Provide accredited training services for Landcare contractors in line with DFFE yearly training matrix.
Courses and unit standards (bid for one per document):
First Aid Level 1 (119567 or similar), 2 days.
Fire Awareness (117079 or similar), 2 days.
Plant Identification (119709 or similar), 5 days.
Herbicide Applicator (123134, 123238, 117966 or similar), 3 days.
Snakes Awareness (261619, 12620, 22971, 57829 or similar), 1 day.
Pest Control Operator’s Course (57830, 257155, 252435 or similar), 5 days.
Forestry Map Reading (117085, 376900 or similar), 5 days.
Training requirements:
Design programme proposal per unit standard.
Content must be participatory, adult-learning appropriate, simple, aligned with Protected Areas Act, updated, use visual aids.
Include course price per person (meals and VAT inclusive), facilitator names and qualifications.
Provide training at venues proposed by iSimangaliso; may require multiple facilitators simultaneously.
Organize own transport, accommodation, lunch, refreshments; claim costs on invoice.
Provide course pack/manual per participant; submit as Portfolio of Evidence (POE) with invoice.
Capture photographic evidence, ensure attendance registers signed, report challenges timeously.
Reporting deliverables: Signed attendance registers, confirmation letters of competent learners, learner database, certificates of attendance, narrative report with pictures, training invoice and statement, SCM documents.
Minimum service provider requirements:
Accreditation with relevant SETA/QCTO.
Extensive experience in quoted trainings and understanding of unit standards/NQF.
Team of qualified facilitator, moderator, assessor (attach certified qualifications and CVs).
Ability to design training programme with clear methodology, assessment, outcomes, and report writing track record.
Capacity to train large groups; enough facilitators and resources.
Knowledge of iSimangaliso Wetland Park and surrounding areas; previous work with iSimangaliso or DFFE Natural Resource Management Programmes (Working for Water/Wetlands) advantageous.

Methodology

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

Proposal must demonstrate understanding of scope from start to finish, including project timeline.
Training approach: iSimangaliso will propose dates; service provider confirms availability.
Minimum one week (five working days) for preparations.
Training for beneficiaries from various areas neighbouring and inside park.
May require multiple venues simultaneously.
Service provider organizes own transport, accommodation, lunch, refreshments.
Provide course pack/manual per participant; submit as POE with invoice.
Capture photographic evidence, ensure attendance registers signed, report challenges timeously.

Experience & Qualifications

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

Key personnel: Team must include SAQA-accredited facilitator/assessor and moderator; attach qualifications and CVs.
Minimum requirements: Accreditation with SETA/QCTO, extensive experience in quoted trainings, understanding of unit standards/NQF, qualified facilitator/moderator/assessor, ability to design programme with clear methodology and report writing, capacity for large groups, knowledge of iSimangaliso and DFFE programmes advantageous.

Quality Management

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

Disqualification for non-submission of mandatory documents, CSD report, restricted listing, state employment, influence/collusion, ambiguous/conditional quote, previous failure, lack of SAQA accreditation for personnel.

Pricing Schedule

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

Provide ceiling price inclusive of all taxes.
Detail personnel hourly/daily rates.
Detail cost per phase and man-days.
Detail travel and other expenses (actual costs, proof required).
Indicate if rates firm for full period; if not, detail adjustment basis.
Course pricing per student for each course.
Claims must comply with SARS and Department of Transport regulations; require approval.

Financial Requirements

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf (RFQ)

Pricing format: Provide ceiling price inclusive of all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, skills levies).
Complete pricing schedule with:
Hourly/daily rates for personnel involved.
Cost per phase and man-days per phase.
Travel expenses (actual costs, proof required).
Other expenses (accommodation, telephone, reproduction; actual costs, proof required).
Indicate if rates are firm for full contract period; if not, detail adjustment basis (e.g., CPI).
Course pricing: Bid amount per student for each course listed.
Travel, meals, accommodation claims must comply with SARS and Department of Transport regulations; disbursements require iSimangaliso authorised official approval.
Payment terms: Within 30 days of Finance receiving invoice; no upfront payments.

Compliance Requirements

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf (RFQ)

Mandatory documents for submission:
Proof of Specific Goals: Director’s ID or proof of residence.
Central Supplier Database (CSD) Registration Full Report.
Proof of Company Registration.
Valid SARS Tax Pin.
Service Fee/Quotation.
Pro forma Service Agreement fully completed, initialled, signed, witnessed.
Tax compliance: Submit SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number. For consortia/JVs/subcontractors, each party must submit separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
B-BBEE/Specific Goals: Claim points for Black woman ownership, Black youth ownership, Local service provider (Umkhanyakude/uMfolozi), Black ownership >51%, Disabled Black person ownership >51%.
Disqualification risks:
Not submitting mandatory/standard bidding documents.
Not providing CSD Full Report.
Listed on National Treasury restricted suppliers database.
Being a state employee.
Attempting influence or collusion.
Ambiguous or conditional quote.
Previous contract failure proof exists.
Not submitting SAQA-accredited moderator and facilitator/assessor for unit standard bid.
Not submitting above mandatory documents.

Health & Safety

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

Courses include First Aid Level 1, Fire Awareness, Snakes Awareness, Pest Control Operator’s Course, Herbicide Applicator, which imply health and safety training components.
No specific OHS plans or HSE compliance stated beyond accredited unit standards.

Contractual Terms

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

General conditions: RFQ subject to Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000, Regulations, GCC, and any special conditions.
Successful bidder must sign written contract form (SBD7).
Supplier responsible for all costs in quote preparation; submission implies acceptance of all terms.
No contractual obligations arise from proposal submission.
Supplier responsible for own due diligence; iSimangaliso makes no warranties beyond Service Agreement.
Supplier must provide efficient service and prove capacity via references or experience.

Special Conditions

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

iSimangaliso reserves right to:
Negotiate terms, conditions, prices with prospective service provider.
Not accept lowest quotation.
Correct mistakes at any stage.
Cancel/terminate RFQ at any stage, even after closing or evaluation.
Accept part of terms of reference rather than whole services.
Professional fees must not exceed National Treasury/DPSA guidelines or relevant professional body rates.
Travelling costs must be based on SARS rates or iSimangaliso policy.

Section

Source: RFQ Appointment of Service Provider for Accredited Training to Landcare Contractors.pdf

Same as standard evaluationCriteria field; no additional criteria beyond functionality and price/specific goals.

Core procurement rules

These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)

Act 53 of 2003

high

Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217

Act 108 of 1996 (s217)

high

Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA)

Act 5 of 2000

high

Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)

Act 12 of 2004

high

Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Public Procurement Act, 2024 (PPA)

Act 28 of 2024

high

Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)

Act 2 of 2000

medium

Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)

Act 3 of 2000

medium

Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.

Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.

Sector-specific rules

These rules are linked to the work category, industry, or regulated service area.

Higher Education Act

Act 101 of 1997

medium

Relevant to universities, TVET colleges and public higher-education procurement.

Relevant because this tender appears to involve schools, universities, TVET colleges, education departments, or learning institutions.

South African Schools Act (SASA)

Act 84 of 1996

medium

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Critical Requirements

Typical Documents

Core procurement rules

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)

Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 – Section 217

Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA)

Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act (PRECCA)

Public Procurement Act, 2024 (PPA)

Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)

Promotion of Administrative Justice Act (PAJA)

Sector-specific rules

Higher Education Act

South African Schools Act (SASA)

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