Investigation of Alleged Fraud and Corruption at NRCS.
Thobela Mqikela
In plain English
The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications is seeking a service provider to conduct an investigation into alleged fraud and corruption involving an NRCS official. Bidders must be compliant with tax obligations and registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS) is seeking a service provider to conduct an independent investigation into allegations of fraud and corruption involving an intern. The work involves verifying claims of solicited payments, assessing potential misconduct, and identifying if any NRCS officials were involved. The successful bidder must produce a detailed investigation report, maintain evidence suitable for legal proceedings, and be available to testify during disciplinary hearings. The project must be completed within 30 days of appointment, with bi-weekly progress reports submitted to the Internal Audit Manager. The investigation requires a team consisting of a Manager, a Senior Investigator, and a Junior Investigator, all of whom must hold relevant degrees and be Certified Fraud Examiners.
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
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN or certificate
- Team members must hold relevant degrees and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) qualifications
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thobela Mqikela
Email: thobela.mqikela@nrcs.org.za
Phone: 012-482-8831
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via email to Thobela.mqikela@nrcs.org.za. Documentation must be organized in a file with numbered dividers corresponding to the provided checklist.
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