Personnel suitability checks for Gauteng Department of Education.
Department of Education
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The Gauteng Department of Education invites service providers to conduct personnel suitability checks for recruitment processes. The work will take place across all District Offices and the Head Office in Gauteng. The contract duration is three years. Key deliverables include identity verification, qualification checks, driver license verification, and criminal record checks using the AFISWITCH system. The provider must handle at least 5,000 checks annually, provide results within three working days, and submit monthly progress reports. Additionally, the service provider must offer training to Human Resources staff and provide ongoing technical support for the verification software and biometric systems.
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
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) pin
- Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD) and Electronic Invoice System (EIS)
- Authorized to use the AFISWITCH verification tool
- Project Lead and Manager must hold relevant industry certifications and qualifications
- Must provide audited financial statements for the last two years
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Two signed reference letters for similar verification projects
- Must possess web-based software compatible with GDE biometric scanners
Contact & how to apply
Name: Precious-Pearl Masedi
Email: precious-pearl.masedi@gauteng.gov.za
Phone: 011-355-1177
How to apply: Bids must be delivered to the designated tender box by the stipulated time. Submissions must be split into two separate, sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender number and section number. Faxed or emailed applications are not accepted.
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