Ms excel beginner training course for statistics south africa (RFQ)

Open to all enterprises. EME qualification applies to enterprises with annual revenue ≤ R5 million. Youth defined as ages 14-35 as of original tender closing date. Must comply with Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022. Consortium/joint ventures acceptable. No explicit technical course specifications provided in this document.

This is a standard preference points claim form (SBD 6.1) for government tenders.

• The form must be completed and submitted as part of the tender.
• It is used to claim preference points for Specific Goals related to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE).

To claim preference points for Specific Goals, bidders must provide supporting documentation:

• For race (Black), women, and youth claims: Provide a certified copy of ID, certified company registration document, CSD full detail report, and a certified B-BBEE certificate or Sworn Affidavit to substantiate ownership equity.
• For disability claims: Provide a medical certificate from a practitioner registered with the HPCSA confirming the disability.
• Bidders must declare company details (name, registration number, type) on the form.
• Fraudulent claims can lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, recovery of costs, restriction from future business with the state, and criminal prosecution.

• Document states: The SBD4 (Bidder's Disclosure) form must be completed and submitted as a returnable document.
• Practical guidance: Ensure the form is fully completed, signed, and dated. Disclose all required information truthfully to avoid disqualification. Check the main tender document for additional returnables and submission method (e.g., email, physical address, electronic portal).

1. The bidder must not be listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or the List of Restricted Suppliers. 2. The bidder must have no undisclosed conflicts of interest with state employees or the procuring institution. 3. The bidder must submit an independent bid, free from collusion. 4. The bidder must accept the consequences of providing false information, including potential legal action under the PFMA SCM Instruction 03 of 2021/22.

• Document states: Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer in terms of this invitation to bid, subject to the principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics.
• Practical guidance: This section only confirms eligibility to bid. The actual technical specifications for the MS Excel course (scope, curriculum, duration, trainer qualifications, etc.) are not contained in this document. Refer to the main Terms of Reference or Specification document.

• Document states (SBD4 Bidder's Disclosure):

• Bidders must declare whether they or their directors/trustees/shareholders/members/partners are employed by the state. If yes, provide details (names, ID numbers, state institution).
• Bidders must declare any relationship with persons employed by the procuring institution.
• Bidders must declare any interest in other related enterprises bidding for the same contract.
• Bidders must certify that the bid was prepared independently, without collusion, and that bid details were not disclosed to competitors.
• Bidders must certify no improper consultations with officials of the procuring institution.
• False declarations may lead to bid rejection, reporting to Competition Commission, criminal prosecution, or restriction from public sector business for up to 10 years.

• Practical guidance: Complete all declaration sections honestly. Attach supporting documentation where required. Ensure the form is signed by an authorized representative. Note that this form is a mandatory compliance requirement; failure to submit or false information results in disqualification.

• Quotation closing date: 20 July 2026.
• Quotation closing time: 16:00.

• Submission and general enquiries email: [email protected].
• Telephone number: 012 310 8969.
• Department: Statistics South Africa.

• Submit your quotation by email to [email protected].
• The closing date is 20 July 2026 at 16:00. Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Your quotation must include:

• A quotation on company letterhead, showing the quotation reference number, validity period, delivery period, CSD Master registration number (MAAA), and tax compliance status PIN.
• A completed, signed Declaration of Interest (SBD 4) form. Failure to include this may lead to disqualification.
• If VAT registered, include your VAT registration number.

• If you cannot quote, you must send written reasons for non-response to the same email address.

Suppliers must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD). Must provide all required documentation including proof of equity ownership for Specific Goals claims. Must complete SBD 4 Declaration of Interest. Must be able to deliver MS Excel for Beginners training (2 sessions). No upfront payment accepted - payment upon service completion within 30 days of valid invoice.

• Supply of two (2) 'MS Excel for Beginners' courses.
• Refer to the attached specification for detailed course requirements.

• All quoted prices must be firm and valid for the duration of the order.
• Prices dependent on exchange rates must factor in potential escalations.
• Stats SA will not provide upfront payments. Payment will be made within 30 days of receiving a valid invoice, upon receipt of goods/services.
• Market-related prices will be negotiated with the preferred service provider.

• Suppliers must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
• Required documents include:

• A valid Tax Clearance Certificate (e-filing copy).
• A certified copy of the bidder's ID document.
• An original or certified copy of the company registration document (CIPC).

• To claim Specific Goals points, provide proof for each category claimed:

• Race/Black ownership and Women ownership: Certified copy of ID and company registration/CSD report to substantiate equity percentage.
• Disability: Medical certificate from an HPCSA-registered practitioner confirming disability.
• Youth: Certified copy of ID and company registration/CSD report to substantiate equity percentage.