This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) for the appointment of a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a period of two months. The SME will be responsible for realigning two legacy qualifications and one legacy qualification into two occupational skills programmes. Bidders are required to submit their proposals via email. Mandatory requirements include proof of registration with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD). Tax compliance is essential for award. The evaluation will be based on functionality, price, and preference points (BBBEE contribution, women ownership, youth ownership). Bidders must submit various SBD forms and supporting documents, including BBBEE certificates or sworn affidavits, and CVs of project team members. The closing date for submissions is 25 March 2026 at 11h00.
The bid notice states that the expected timeframe for the conclusion of this project is for a period of two (2) months from the date of appointment.
The bid notice indicates that payment will be made within 30 days after receipt of an invoice.
The bid notice states that the successful SME warrants that it can conclude this agreement to the satisfaction of the CETA and that it has the necessary skill and capacity to deliver in terms of the terms of reference and the deliverables.
The bid notice states that bidders who score 75 points or more on functionality will be further evaluated on price and specific goals evaluation. The specific goals include BBBEE contribution, women ownership, and youth ownership.
The bid notice requires bidders to provide valid proof of registration with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) and to provide CVs together with certified copies of qualifications with relevant experience in the realignment of qualifications to occupational qualifications.
The bid notice mentions that delays in performance may lead to penalties, and the purchaser may consider termination of the contract.
The bid notice requires bidders to attach at least two samples of development conducted within the skills development context, specifically samples of legacy qualifications realigned, occupational qualifications developed/reviewed, and assessment instruments including exemplars and RPL mechanisms and toolkit samples.