Service Provider for Air Traffic Services Qualifications Review.
ATNS
In plain English
The tender is for a service provider to review and develop two SAQA-accredited air traffic services qualifications to align with QCTO requirements. Bidders must submit via the e-Submission system and comply with all specified requirements.
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The Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) invites service providers to review and develop two SAQA-accredited Air Traffic Services qualifications to meet QCTO standards. The work involves performing a gap analysis, aligning curriculum documents with regulatory frameworks, and managing the submission process to the QCTO. The project will take place at the Aviation Training Academy (ATA) and requires close collaboration with stakeholders like the SACAA and TETA. Key deliverables include a gap analysis report, revised qualification outcomes, QCTO-aligned curriculum files, and final assessment specifications. The entire project must be completed within a 16-week timeframe.
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 Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Registered as a Qualification Development Facilitator (QDF)
- Proof of professional indemnity insurance
Contact & how to apply
Name: Molete Makhutle
Email: moletem@atns.co.za
Phone: 011-607-1000
How to apply: All bids must be submitted through the official e-Submission (e-Tender) system. Submissions sent via email will not be accepted. Bidders must organize their documents into three separate parcels: Parcel A (Administrative), Parcel B (Functionality), and Parcel C (Price and Specific Goals).
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