Service Providers for ARPL Services for Motor Mechanics.
Dane Visagie
In plain English
The Gauteng Provincial Government is requesting quotations for conducting pre-assessment, gap closure, trade test preparations, and trade testing on Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning for 2 motor mechanic candidates. Bidders must be accredited as a MERSETA/QCTO/NAMB assessment/trade test centre.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) is seeking service providers to perform Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) services for two Motor Mechanic candidates. The work involves conducting pre-assessments, gap closure training, trade test preparations, and the final trade testing. This project is identified by RFQ number PR00000016379 and project number A0319. The services must be delivered by an accredited assessment center. The closing date for this tender is 05 August 2026 at 11:00 AM. All prices must be provided in South African Rand and remain fixed for the duration of the contract. The AIDC does not guarantee the procurement of the full quantities indicated, as these are estimates for evaluation purposes.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide a valid SARS tax compliance status pin
- Accreditation as a Trade Test Centre with merSETA, QCTO, or NAMB
- Trade Test Assessor and Moderator must have 3 years relevant experience
- Must provide valid B-BBEE status documentation
Contact & how to apply
Name: Dane Visagie
Email: quotations@aidc.co.za
Phone: 012-564-5003
How to apply: Email your completed RFQ document and all required supporting documentation to quotations@aidc.co.za. Do not copy any AIDC personnel on your email, as this will lead to disqualification.
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