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Summary
Mict seta is appointing a panel of service providers to deliver monitoring and evaluation research services over a three‑year period. The contract is open to qualified research firms that can meet technical, b‑bbee and compliance requirements, and will be awarded to those scoring at least 70 points in the functional evaluation.
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What the buyer was looking for
1Inferred operational need
Technical score of at least 70/100 based on portfolio, experience, QA plan, methodology, team structure and qualifications.
Threshold: at least 70/100 based on portfolio
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records SNOWFLAKE TECHNOLOGIES as appointed for this tender.
An award confirms appointment. It does not prove why a supplier was selected, that every qualification remains current, or that delivery was completed successfully.
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Important Dates
Source: BID-DOCUMENT-MICT-SETA-MNE-14-2025.pdf
Closing date: 22 January 2026 (11:00 hrs). No other dates (briefings, site visits, clarification deadlines) are mentioned in the extracted text.
Address: MICT SETA Head Office, Supply Chain Management, 19 Richards Drive, Gallagher Convention Centre, Gallagher House, Level 3 West Wing, Gauteng.
Submission Guidelines
Source: BID-DOCUMENT-MICT-SETA-MNE-14-2025.pdf
Submit all required returnable documents as listed in the tender (specific list not provided – ensure all forms, certificates and declarations are included).
All bids must be signed and dated.
Bids not meeting the technical threshold (70/100) will be declared non‑responsive.
Disqualification occurs automatically if the bidder appears on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers.
Declarations regarding state employment, relationships with procuring institution staff, and interests in related enterprises must be completed and attached.
Submit the bid to the address indicated in the tender (MICT SETA Head Office, Supply Chain Management, 19 Richards Drive, Gallagher Convention Centre, Level 3 West Wing) before 11:00 hrs on 22 January 2026.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: BID-DOCUMENT-MICT-SETA-MNE-14-2025.pdf
Stage 1 – Functional Evaluation (technical functionality) – maximum 100 points; minimum threshold 70 points. Points allocated as follows:
Portfolio – up to 20 points for four approved research reports (one per study: Impact, Tracer, Longitudinal, Evaluation) not older than 5 years.
Experience – up to 10 points for four client reference letters (must be on letterhead, dated, signed).
Quality Assurance Plan – 20 points for a detailed plan covering procedures and risk mitigation.
Methodology – up to 25 points for covering five elements (Planning, Execution, Reporting, Follow‑up, Completion/Handover).
Team Organogram – 5 points for a clear organogram showing members, roles and effort.
Team Lead – 5 points for CV showing ≥15 years relevant experience and 5 points for Master’s degree in a listed discipline (total 10 points).
Support Staff – 5 points for CVs showing ≥5 years experience and 5 points for qualified diplomas/degrees (total 10 points).
Total functional score = 100; only bidders scoring ≥70 are appointed to the panel.
Technical Specifications
Source: BID-DOCUMENT-MICT-SETA-MNE-14-2025.pdf
Scope: Provide Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) research services for a three‑year period, delivering assignments in line with OECD research frameworks and DHET/DMPE guidelines. Deliverables include inception report, data collection instruments, data sets, draft and final reports, PowerPoint presentations, and electronic copies (PDF, Word). All reports become MICT SETA property; data must be handled in accordance with POPIA and MICT SETA confidentiality policies. Bi‑weekly progress meetings with M&E Senior Manager required. Service provider responsible for staff conduct and sub‑contractor supervision. Reports must follow MICT SETA corporate identity manual.
Compliance Requirements
Source: BID-DOCUMENT-MICT-SETA-MNE-14-2025.pdf
B‑BBEE Level 3 minimum (as stated).
Provide valid CSD, tax clearance, and up‑to‑date CIPC registration.
Meet any CIDB requirements if applicable (not explicitly stated).
Submit certified copies of qualifications for team lead and support staff (not older than 6 months).
Ensure compliance with POPIA and MICT SETA data protection policies.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
2Inferred operational need
Minimum B‑BBEE Level 3 status and up‑to‑date CSD, tax clearance and CIPC registration.
Threshold: Minimum B‑BBEE Level 3 status and up‑to‑date CSD
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records SNOWFLAKE TECHNOLOGIES as appointed for this tender.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
3Inferred operational need
Provide certified copies of qualifications for team lead (≥15 years experience, Master’s degree) and support staff (≥5 years experience).
Threshold: 15 years
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for SNOWFLAKE TECHNOLOGIES.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
4Mandatory requirement
Submit all required returnable documents, signed and dated, by 11:00 hrs on 22 January 2026 at the MICT SETA Head Office.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records SNOWFLAKE TECHNOLOGIES as appointed for this tender.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
5Inferred operational need
Comply with POPIA, MICT SETA confidentiality policies and corporate identity guidelines for all deliverables.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records SNOWFLAKE TECHNOLOGIES as appointed for this tender.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
6Inferred operational need
No bidders listed on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers may participate.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records SNOWFLAKE TECHNOLOGIES as appointed for this tender.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
7Mandatory requirement
• Submit all required returnable documents as listed in the tender (specific list not provided – ensure all forms, certificates and declarations are included). • All bids must be signed and dated. • Bids not meeting the technical threshold (70/100) will be declared non‑responsive. • Disqualification occurs automatically if the bidder appears on the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. • Declarations regarding state employment, relationships with procuring institution staff, and interests in related enterprises must be completed and attached. • Submit the bid to the address indicated in the tender (MICT SETA Head Office, Supply Chain Management, 19 Richards Drive, Gallagher Convention Centre, Level 3 West Wing) before 11:00 hrs on 22 January 2026.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records SNOWFLAKE TECHNOLOGIES as appointed for this tender.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
17Mandatory requirement
Scope: Provide Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) research services for a three‑year period, delivering assignments in line with OECD research frameworks and DHET/DMPE guidelines. Deliverables include inception report, data collection instruments, data sets, draft and final reports, PowerPoint presentations, and electronic copies (PDF, Word). All reports become MICT SETA property; data must be handled in accordance with POPIA and MICT SETA confidentiality policies. Bi‑weekly progress meetings with M&E Senior Manager required. Service provider responsible for staff conduct and sub‑contractor supervision. Reports must follow MICT SETA corporate identity manual.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for SNOWFLAKE TECHNOLOGIES.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
18Inferred operational need
• B‑BBEE Level 3 minimum (as stated). • Provide valid CSD, tax clearance, and up‑to‑date CIPC registration. • Meet any CIDB requirements if applicable (not explicitly stated). • Submit certified copies of qualifications for team lead and support staff (not older than 6 months). • Ensure compliance with POPIA and MICT SETA data protection policies.
Threshold: minimum (as stated)
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.