Provision of External Communications Support Services.
GTAC
In plain English
The Jobs Fund is procuring external communications support services including design, branding, media relations, editorial, website management, and videography. Eligible bidders must provide relevant experience and qualifications; no specific registrations or eligibility criteria like CSD or B-BBEE are mentioned.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Government Technical Advisory Centre (GTAC) invites bids for the provision of external communications support services to the Jobs Fund. The project, referenced as PN558, aims to enhance public visibility and stakeholder engagement through design, branding, media relations, editorial support, website management, and videography. The contract will span 36 months, with work primarily delivered remotely from Pretoria. Bidders must provide a team of up to five specialists, including a Team Leader, to deliver an estimated 3,280 hours of service over the contract term. The work involves strategic support issued via specific instructions. The tender closes on 23 July 2026 at 11:00 am.
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.
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Registered on the GTAC eProcurement Portal
- Valid Tax Compliance status (Tax PIN)
- Relevant tertiary qualifications with SAQA accreditation
- Portfolio demonstrating design, media, editorial, website, and video project experience
- Minimum of three contactable reference letters
- Disclosure of beneficial ownership and state employment status
- Valid work permits for non-South African citizens
Contact & how to apply
Name: Conory Mgwena
Email: Conory.Mgwena@gtac.gov.za
Phone: 012-395-6617
How to apply: Bidders must register and submit their applications electronically via the GTAC eProcurement Vendor Portal at https://vendorportal.gtac.gov.za/. No hard copy submissions will be accepted.
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