Appointment of Data Specialist for Labour Market Research.
Sibusiso Kutshwa
In plain English
A data specialist organisation is being sought to conduct labour market information research into independent schools. Eligible bidders should have expertise in mining and developing labour market-related databases.
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The Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority (ETDP SETA) is seeking a data specialist organization to conduct labour market research within the Independent Schools subsector. The successful bidder will be responsible for collecting and validating labour market data, creating databases of employers and job advertisements, and producing infographic reports on key trends. The project also requires collaboration with the ETDP SETA Research Unit to facilitate skills transfer. The work will be performed over a period of twelve months. Key deliverables include two comprehensive Microsoft Excel databases covering organizational details and job advertisement data, alongside data insight reports. The project aims to monitor sector movements and employment trends. Interested parties may attend a non-compulsory virtual briefing session on 27 July 2026. All proposals must be submitted by 11:00 on 04 August 2026.
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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Four samples of previous work with signed client reference letters
- Project Manager must have verified qualifications and CV
- Valid SANAS accredited B-BBEE certificate or signed Sworn Affidavit
- Consolidated B-BBEE certificate required for Joint Ventures
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sibusiso Kutshwa
Email: Tenderers@etdpseta.org.za
Phone: 011-372-3330
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted in electronic format via email to etdpsetarfq@etdpseta.org.za. Submissions must be organized into three separate folders labeled Stage 1 (Administrative), Stage 2 (Functionality), and Stage 3 (Price and Specific Goal).
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