Appointment of a Panel for Strategic Research Services
Dr Sibusiso Sifunda
In plain English
The Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) is seeking to appoint a panel of research service providers to provide strategic research and related services. Eligible bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) and be tax compliant.
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The Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) is seeking to appoint a panel of research service providers. The successful panel will provide strategic research, labour market analysis, and advisory services on an as-needed basis for a period of 12 months. Key tasks include developing strategic documents, conducting impact assessments of training programs, and facilitating stakeholder engagement workshops. The work will take place at the CETA Head Office in Midrand. Bidders must provide a qualified team, including a Lead Researcher with a PhD or Master’s degree and four additional researchers with relevant postgraduate qualifications and extensive experience. This is a panel appointment, meaning work will be allocated on a rotational basis as required by the authority.
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.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must have valid Tax Compliance status
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Must provide proof of office location via lease or ownership documents
- Team members must hold relevant academic qualifications
- Must provide written references for similar research work
- Must provide signed Joint Venture agreement if applicable
Contact & how to apply
Name: Dr Sibusiso Sifunda
Email: scmtenders1@ceta.co.za
Phone: 011-265-5901
How to apply: Applications must be hand-delivered to the CETA Head Office located at 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687. Bidders must sign the tender register at the reception upon delivery.
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