Facilitators and Assessors for RPL in Water Works.
Department of Water and Sanitation
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
12 November 2026 at 10:00 · Department of Water and Sanitation Infrastructure Branch Training Centre (IBTC) at Roodeplaat Dam Access Rd, Off Kwa Mhlanga Rd (R573) near Pretoria in Gauteng Province.
In plain English
The Department of Water and Sanitation is procuring facilitators and assessors for recognition of prior learning for water works management practitioners for 12 months. Bidders must be compliant with tax obligations and registered on the Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Water and Sanitation is seeking service providers to appoint facilitators and assessors for the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program. This project focuses on Water Works Management Practitioners at the Infrastructure Branch Training Centre in Roodeplaat, Pretoria. The successful bidder will provide training and assessment for approximately 100 learners across five specific modules, including water demand management, risk management, and project management. The contract will run for a period of 12 months. Facilitators must use the department's existing learning materials and assessment tools. The scope includes all travel and accommodation costs for the training staff. Training must commence within 30 days of receiving an official order. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 12 November 2026 to explain the requirements in detail.
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.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- 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
- Attend compulsory site briefing
- Accredited with EWSETA or QCTO for water treatment
- Valid tax compliance status via CSD
- Registered on National Treasury CSD
- Active CIPC company registration
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Facilitators and assessors must hold relevant professional credentials
Contact & how to apply
Name: Senzy Gumede
Email: Gumedese@dws.gov.za
Phone: 047-879-0932
How to apply: Submit your bid in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number and description. Deliver the documents to the bid box located at the entrance of the Department of Water and Sanitation, Construction East Office Building, Mthatha Dam, Mthatha, 5100.
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