Training on Clothing Design & Manufacturing Course
Olivia Thobejane
In plain English
The government seeks a service provider to conduct a clothing design and manufacturing training course for two to three months. Only shortlisted suppliers can bid.
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The Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) is seeking a service provider to conduct a Clothing Design and Manufacturing training course. The program is designed for a specific beneficiary, Mrs. Zikizwa Dano, and will run for a duration of two to three months. The training must cover NQF Level 3 standards, including technical garment construction, pattern drafting, and business management skills such as costing and marketing. The project aims to equip the learner with entrepreneurial skills to produce and sell custom garments. The tender is identified by number FQ73/2026 and closes on 16 October 2026 at 11:00 am.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on National Treasury Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) or SARS PIN
- Accreditation to deliver NQF Level 3 training
Contact & how to apply
Name: Olivia Thobejane
Email: oliviat@cogta.gov.za
Phone: 012-065-3372
How to apply: Bids must be submitted exclusively through the National Treasury e-tender portal. No hard copies or physical drop-offs will be accepted. Late submissions will not be considered.
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