Clothing Production Skills Training for MSMEs.
SCM
In plain English
A service provider is needed to conduct a clothing production skills training programme for 20 MSMEs in the clothing and textile industry. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs invites service providers to conduct a clothing production skills training programme for twenty MSMEs in the uMzinyathi District. The project will run for six months and aims to equip participants with NQF Level 2 accredited skills. Key deliverables include developing a curriculum, providing training materials, sewing equipment, fabrics, and accessories. The provider must facilitate training sessions four days a week, provide catering and transport for beneficiaries, and submit regular progress reports. The training must cover the production of various textile items. The project is expected to be completed within six months of the service level agreement signing.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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
- Valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- Valid FP&M-Seta company accreditation
- Proof of training venue ownership or valid lease agreement
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Attendance at compulsory briefing session with signed certificate
- Minimum 3-5 reference letters proving relevant industry experience
- Personnel must hold Project Management NQF 5 and Fashion Design NQF 6 diplomas
- Valid CIPC registration
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM
Email: Bids@kznedtea.gov.za
Phone: 033-264-2731
How to apply: Submit physical documents in the bid box at the Ground Floor Foyer, 270 Jabu Ndlovu Street, Pietermaritzburg. Bidders must sign the official submission register at the reception upon delivery.
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