Panel of Recruitment Agencies for IRBA.
Phyllis Mualusi
In plain English
The IRBA is seeking a panel of recruitment agencies to provide recruitment services on an as-needed basis for five years. Bidders must be independent of the auditing profession and registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
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The Independent Regulatory Board for Auditors (IRBA) is seeking to appoint a panel of up to 15 recruitment agencies to provide services on an as-and-when-required basis. The contract will span five years, subject to annual performance reviews. The work will be performed in South Africa. Key deliverables include sourcing applicants, conducting interviews, performing comprehensive background and reference checks, facilitating psychometric assessments, and managing the offer process. Agencies must also provide on-demand services such as standalone verification and shortlisting. The project requires a team consisting of a Lead Recruitment Consultant with 10 years of experience and two Senior Talent Acquisition Specialists with five years of experience. Bidders must provide a fixed percentage-based placement fee structure and unit costs for specific vetting services. The closing date for this tender is 24 August 2026 at 12:00.
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 National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Minimum five years company experience in recruitment services
- Proof of qualifications and experience for Lead Consultant and Senior Specialists
- Three contactable reference letters for similar projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Phyllis Mualusi
Email: scm@irba.co.za
Phone: 010-496-0614
How to apply: Bids must be hand-delivered to the tender box located on the Ground Floor of Building 2, Greenstone Hill Office Park, Emerald Boulevard, Modderfontein, 1609. The pricing proposal must be submitted in a separate sealed envelope. No email or fax submissions will be accepted.
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