Training service for spinal corrective bracing at eastern cape orthotic and prosthetic centres

Closing date: 29 June 2026 at 11:00. Offer validity period: 60 days from closing date. Delivery period: 30 days after receipt of Purchase Order.

Technical and bidding procedure enquiries: Contact Person: Noluthando Mjuluki. Telephone: 083 279 7323. Email: [email protected]. Submission: Online via e-Tenders portal.

Bids must be submitted online via the e-Tenders portal by the closing date and time (11:00). Late bids will not be accepted. All bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1) and not re-typed. Failure to submit required documentation or comply with submission rules may invalidate the bid. Bids must include: VAT registration number, Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or Central Supplier Database (CSD) number. Foreign suppliers not meeting residency or tax liability criteria in South Africa are exempt from TCS PIN requirements but must provide proof if applicable.

1. Bid submission: 1.1. Bids must be submitted by the stipulated time online,. Late bids will not be accepted for consideration. 1.2. All bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not to be re-typed) or in the manner prescribed in the bid document.

Scope: Training of 15 Medical Orthotists and Prosthetists (MOP) in spinal corrective bracing. Learning Outcomes: Identification of corrective spinal orthosis requirements, competency in assessment, measuring, and manufacturing custom-made corrective spinal orthoses. Training Details: Competency-based, 5 working days minimum, centralized at East London/Frere Tertiary Hospital Orthotic and Prosthetic Center. Requirements: Course must offer CPD points. Service provider must have qualified facilitators registered with HPCSA, with at least 2 years’ facilitation experience. Training manuals must be submitted for evaluation with the bid. Certificate of competency must be issued at the end of training. Meals: Lunch provided (1 starch, 2 vegetables, 1 meat, 1 soft drink, 1 bottle of water).

Bidder Requirements: Must have experience in providing corrective bracing training (proof: letter of reference). Must employ qualified facilitators with Health Science qualifications in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics, registered with HPCSA (proof: CVs and registration certificates). Facilitators must have at least 2 years’ experience in facilitation (proof: facilitator profiles). Must have an adequate number of facilitators (minimum 2 recommended for full points). Must have competent administration personnel with project management skills (minimum 2 recommended for full points). Must submit a summarized training manual with relevant course content for evaluation.

Pricing: Submit SBD3.1 (Pricing Schedule) with firm prices in ZAR, inclusive of all applicable taxes (VAT, PAYE, income tax, UIF, skills development levies). Offer must be valid for 60 days from closing date. Pricing must cover: Spinal corrective bracing training (15 delegates, 5 days), training materials/manuals (15 copies), and meals (lunch for 15 delegates, 5 days). Payment terms: Not specified. Bonds/guarantees: Not specified.

Tax Compliance: Submit TCS PIN (via SARS e-Filing at www.sars.gov.za) or CSD number. Consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors must each submit separate TCS/CSD documentation. No bids accepted from state employees or entities with state-employed directors/members. B-BBEE: Points awarded for Specific Goals (20 points total): HDI Race (4), HDI Women (4), HDI Disability (4), Youth (4), Military Veterans (2), Locally Based Entity (2). Proof required (e.g., CIPC certificate, ID copies, medical certificates, utility bills, Military Veterans letter). CSD Registration: Mandatory for all bidders. Professional Registration: Facilitators must be registered with HPCSA. Disclosure: Complete SBD4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) to declare conflicts of interest or state employment. Foreign Suppliers: If not resident/liable for tax in RSA, TCS PIN not required but proof of foreign status must be submitted.

Disclosure Requirements: Complete SBD4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) to declare: If bidder or any directors/trustees/shareholders/members/partners are employed by the state. If bidder or connected persons have relationships with procuring institution employees. If bidder or connected persons have interests in other enterprises bidding for this contract. Certification: Bidder must certify that all information is true and complete. Collusion or fraudulent claims may result in disqualification, contract cancellation, damages, or criminal prosecution. Bids may be reported to the Competition Commission or National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) if suspicious.

BIDDING PROCEDURE ENQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECTED TO TECHNICAL ENQUIRIES MAY BE DIRECTED TO: CONTACT PERSON Noluthando Mjuluki TELEPHONE NUMBER 0832797323 E-MAIL ADDRESS [email protected]