Sign Language Course for Department Employees.
SCM Office
In plain English
The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs is seeking a service provider to conduct a beginner level South African Sign Language course for its employees. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD).
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs invites bids for a South African Sign Language (Beginner Level) training course. The project involves training 15 employees in Pietermaritzburg over five days. The service provider must supply all training materials, a venue, and catering. Key deliverables include facilitating communication skills, Deaf culture education, and issuing completion certificates within three weeks of training. The project duration is one month, with a six-month contract period. Bidders must provide a detailed price breakdown covering facilitation, materials, and venue costs.
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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Accreditation with ETDP SETA, relevant SETA, or Council for Higher Education (CHE)
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM Office
Email: Bids@kznedtea.gov.za
Phone: 033-264-2731
How to apply: Submit bids in a sealed envelope marked with the bid number and closing date. Deposit the documents into the bid box at the Ground Floor Foyer, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg. You must sign the official submission register at the reception upon delivery.
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