ARPL Services for Diesel Mechanic Candidates
Celiwe Mathonsi
This tender closed on 7 August 2026
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The Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) invites service providers to submit quotations for the provision of accredited assessment and trade testing services for 14 Diesel Mechanic candidates. The project involves conducting pre-assessments, gap closure training, trade test preparations, and final trade testing. This work is part of the Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) program. The project is identified by RFQ number PR00000016380 and project number A0319. All services must be performed by an accredited Assessment or Trade Test Centre recognized by merSETA, QCTO, or the National Artisan Moderation Body (NAMB). Bidders are required to provide firm unit rates per candidate. The closing date for submissions is 7 August 2026 at 11:00 AM. The validity period for all submitted quotations is 90 business days.
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 Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Pin
- Accredited as merSETA/QCTO/NAMB Assessment/Trade Test Centre for Diesel Mechanics
- Trade Test Assessor and Moderator with minimum 3 years relevant experience
- Valid B-BBEE status documentation (Sworn affidavit or SANAS certificate)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Celiwe Mathonsi
Email: quotations@aidc.co.za
Phone: 012-564-5001
How to apply: Quotations must be emailed to quotations@aidc.co.za. Bidders must complete the provided RFQ document in full. Do not copy any AIDC personnel on the email, as this will lead to immediate disqualification.
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