ARPL Assessments for Welding Trades
Saldanha Bay Municipality
In plain English
The tender is for ARPL assessments for trades in welding. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide a B-BBEE certificate or affidavit.
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Saldanha Bay Municipality invites service providers to conduct Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) assessments for Welding (Qualification 94100). The work involves providing assessments, including all necessary learning materials, travel, and accommodation for facilitators. Services must be delivered within 14 days of receiving an official order. The assessments must be hosted within the Western Cape. Payment is based on actual attendance, and pricing must be provided per person. The project is issued by the Saldanha Bay Municipality, with the closing date set for 14 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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must hold valid Welding Accreditation (94100)
- Must be a registered trade test centre or have a valid MOU
- Must provide three field-specific references from the last five years
- Facilitator must have 3-4 years of relevant experience
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must provide valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Must provide proof of locality
- Must be tax compliant
Contact & how to apply
Name: E Engelbrecht/J Lekabane
Phone: 022 701 7184/7164
How to apply: Quotations must be completed in ink, sealed in an envelope clearly marked with the quotation number, and hand-delivered to the Investment Centre, Ground Floor, Saldanha Bay Municipality, 15 Main Road, Vredenburg, 7380.
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