Service Provider for Background Checks and Psychometric Assessments.
SCM TEAM
In plain English
The Transport Economic Regulator is seeking a service provider to conduct background checks, statutory disqualification verification, and Hogan executive psychometric assessments for 12 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The Transport Economic Regulator (TER) is seeking a service provider to perform background checks, statutory disqualification verifications, and Hogan executive psychometric assessments. This work will be conducted on an as-and-when-required basis over a 12-month period. Key deliverables include identity, qualification, criminal, credit, and employment history verification, as well as adverse media and social media screening. The provider must also conduct statutory disqualification checks related to the ERT Act and provide a full suite of Hogan psychometric assessments, including reports and feedback. The service provider will assist the TER in making informed appointment decisions by providing auditable records. All services must be performed in accordance with professional standards, ensuring that findings are based on lawful and independent sources. The contract does not guarantee a specific volume of work, and services will be commissioned individually via written orders.
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
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must be registered with PBSA or SABSA
- Must hold authorised access and practitioner accreditation for Hogan assessment instruments
- Must provide three client references for background screening and psychometric assessments
- Must have valid Tax Compliance status
Contact & how to apply
Name: SCM TEAM
Email: quotations@portsregulator.org
Phone: 031-355-0710
How to apply: Interested bidders must submit their quotations via email to quotations@portsregulator.org. All submissions must be received no later than 11:00 on 23 October 2026. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.
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