Service Provider for ARPL Assessment and Trade Test.
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
In plain English
The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure is seeking a service provider for ARPL assessment, pre-trade, and trade tests for 42 APTCoD learners. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites service providers to conduct ARPL assessments, pre-trade training, and trade tests for 42 APTCoD learners. The work involves various construction trades, including bricklaying, carpentry, plumbing, and painting. The service provider must supply their own venue and facilities located in East London. Key deliverables include conducting the assessments, providing training results, and issuing legally recognized certificates of competence aligned with CETA, QCTO, or NAMB standards. The project aims to certify learners through a structured testing process. The tender closes on 11 September 2026 at 11h00.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
Full requirements
- Accreditation with CETA, QCTO, or NAMB
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Y. Mpulampula
Email: scmamatole@ecdpw.gov.za, yongama.mpulampula@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 082 569 1413
How to apply: Submit completed bid documents in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the tender number and description, into the tender box at the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Block B Building, Corner of Scholl and Amalinda Main Road, East London.
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