Independent Socio-Economic Monitor for Gautrain System.

Description

The Gauteng Management Agency (GMA) is seeking an Independent Socio-Economic Monitor (ISEM) for the Gautrain project. This is a five-year appointment to independently review, monitor, and verify the Concessionaire’s compliance with Socio-Economic Development (SED) obligations. The successful service provider will be responsible for auditing performance data, verifying local content and B-BBEE targets, conducting site visits, and producing quarterly reports. Key deliverables include an inception report, a verification plan, quarterly SED performance reports, and a final close-out report. The work will be performed in South Africa, with the monitor provided a workstation at the Concessionaire’s offices. The project requires a multidisciplinary team with expertise in finance, law, B-BBEE, and supply chain management. The tender reference number is GMA/004/26, and the closing date for submissions is 30 October 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.
• 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

• Registered on National Treasury Centralised Supplier Database (CSD)
• Valid SARS tax compliance status pin
• Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
• Professional indemnity insurance of at least 200% of aggregate fees
• Key personnel must hold NQF 7 or 8 qualifications and relevant experience

Contact & how to apply