Labour Relations Retainer for SAHRC - 24 Months
Tender Office
In plain English
Labour relations consultation services are being procured for a 24-month period. Eligible bidders must be registered with the Legal Practice Council and comply with SCM administrative requirements.
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The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) is seeking a service provider to act as a Labour Relations Retainer for 24 months. The successful bidder will provide legal and advisory support, draft employment policies, manage disciplinary hearings, and represent the Commission at the CCMA and Labour Courts. Work will be coordinated from the Johannesburg head office but will cover all eight provincial offices. Key deliverables include reviewing labour policies, training staff on grievance procedures, and providing expert guidance on restructuring and performance management. The project duration is two years from the date of contract signing.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid registration with the Legal Practice Council (LPC)
- Active registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status or SARS PIN
- Professional indemnity insurance coverage
- Team leader must hold NQF level 6 or higher qualification
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tender Office
Email: tenderoffice@sahrc.org.za
Phone: 011-877-3600
How to apply: Submissions must be emailed to HOprocurement@sahrc.org.za. Please ensure the tender reference number (RFP-HO-09-2026) is clearly stated in the email subject line.
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