Facilitator for Council Strategic Planning Session.
Ms. A. Cezu
In plain English
The uMzimkhulu Municipality is seeking a facilitator for a council strategic planning session on a 5-month contract. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database and provide specific documentation including MBD forms and proof of authority to sign.
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The uMzimkhulu Local Municipality invites bids for a facilitator to lead a Council Strategic Planning Session over a five-month contract. The project involves five phases, starting with project initiation and ending with the delivery of a final strategic plan and close-out report. Key tasks include developing the municipal vision, strategic objectives, and spatial proposals. The service provider must demonstrate expertise in strategy development, specifically regarding Integrated Development Plans or Local Economic Development strategies. The work will take place in uMzimkhulu, and the successful bidder must ensure the team holds relevant NQF Level 7 qualifications in fields such as Business Administration or Public Administration. Bidders must have completed at least three to six similar strategy development projects.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Must hold relevant professional or technical body accreditation
- Team members must hold NQF Level 7 qualifications in relevant fields
- Must provide proof of company ownership via CIPC registration or director IDs
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms. A. Cezu
Email: maphumulot@umzimkhululm.gov.za
Phone: 039-259-5024
How to apply: Tender documents must be placed in the tender box at the reception area of 169 Main Street, uMzimkhulu, 3297. Electronic, faxed, or telephonic submissions are not accepted.
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