Appointment of service providers for bursary management.
Lebo Hlombe
In plain English
SASSETA is seeking two service providers for end-to-end bursary management until March 2030. Bidders must submit proof of liquidity and a valid registration certificate with the Information Regulator of South Africa.
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The Safety and Security Sector Education and Training Authority (SASSETA) is seeking two experienced service providers to manage the end-to-end bursary process. The scope of work includes advertising, pre-screening, evaluating applications, contracting learners, monitoring performance, and managing financial disbursements. The project runs from the date of appointment until 31 March 2030, with a potential five-year extension. Key deliverables include quarterly reporting on learner performance, financial management, and administrative support. Bidders must demonstrate significant experience, including managing contracts valued at R50 million or more. The work will be conducted on behalf of SASSETA. All proposals must be submitted by 29 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.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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
- Minimum R10 million liquidity or financial assistance letter
- Valid Information Regulator registration certificate
- Active National Treasury CSD registration
- Three reference letters for bursary management, including one R50 million contract
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIPC registration and certified director ID copies
- Team Leader: NQF level 7 in Project Management and 10 years experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: Lebo Hlombe
Email: scm01@sasseta.org.za
Phone: 000-000-0000
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to bursaries1@sasseta.org.za for the attention of Ms. Lebo Hlombe. Use reference RFP/SASSETA/24251126/2. Emails must not exceed 30MB; WeTransfer is permitted, but Google Drive or links requiring access requests are not allowed.
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