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Sign Language Training for KZN Department of Social Development.

Eastern Cape Department of Social Development

In plain English

Sign language training services for the KZN Department of Social Development for 2026/2027. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD).

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Closing date
31 July 2026
Location
208 Hoosen Haffejje-Department of Social Development-Pietermaritzburg-3201
Estimated value
R 150 000
Published
17 July 2026
Tender no.
KZNQ16-DSD-2026-27

Description

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development invites bids for the provision of South African Sign Language training. The project involves training 20 employees across salary levels 6 to 9 to improve communication with hearing-impaired individuals. The training will take place in Durban over a duration of 3 working days. Key deliverables include the facilitation of learning, conducting formative and summative assessments, moderation, issuing certifications, and providing a comprehensive close-out report. The training curriculum covers manual alphabet, basic vocabulary, grammar, deaf culture, and specialized communication techniques. The service provider must be an accredited training entity with the necessary capacity to deliver these services effectively.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registrationRegistration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • Tax clearanceA valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
  • Other registrationAn industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).

Full requirements

  • Registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
  • Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
  • Valid accreditation from QCTO, SETA, or relevant professional body
  • Four verifiable training service references from the last 10 years
  • Certified facilitator qualifications and detailed CVs

Contact & how to apply

Name: MS S.P SHOBA

Email: samukelisiwe.shoba@kznsocdev.gov.za

Phone: 082-741-7703

How to apply: Bids must be delivered in a sealed envelope to the bid box at the KZN Department of Social Development, 208 Hoosen Haffejee Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Submissions must be made on the official provided forms before the closing date of 31 July 2026 at 11:00.

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