Management of SASSETA Bursary Program.
Lebo Hlombe
In plain English
SASSETA is seeking a service provider to manage the individual bursary process until 31 March 2030. Bidders must submit proof of liquidity and comply with POPIA registration requirements.
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SASSETA is seeking a service provider to manage its bursary program on a national scale. The work involves handling the entire bursary lifecycle, including advertising, shortlisting, interviewing, and enrolling learners at public and private higher education institutions. The provider will also manage financial disbursements for tuition, learning materials, and accommodation, while monitoring learner performance and providing career guidance. The contract runs from the appointment date until 31 March 2030, with a potential five-year extension. The service provider must deliver quarterly reports on learner progress and financial spending. The work will be performed across South Africa, and the project requires a highly experienced team leader to oversee operations. All proposals must be submitted by 16 October 2026.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Proof of financial liquidity via bank statement or financial assistance letter
- Valid registration with the Information Regulator of South Africa
- Active registration on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Valid CIPC company registration
- Three reference letters for bursary management, one exceeding R50 million
- Team Leader must hold an NQF level 7 qualification in Project Management
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lebo Hlombe
Email: scm01@sasseta.org.za
Phone: 000-000-0000
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted via email to bursaries1@sasseta.org.za, addressed to Ms. Lebo Hlombe. Use the reference RFP/SASSETA/24251126/2 in the subject line. Files must not exceed 30MB; WeTransfer is allowed, but links requiring access requests are prohibited.
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