Data Specialist for Labour Market Research in TVET Colleges
Sibusiso Kutshwa
In plain English
The ETDP SETA is seeking a data specialist organization to conduct labour market information research into public TVET colleges. Eligible bidders should have expertise in mining and developing labour market-related databases.
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The ETDP SETA is seeking a data specialist organization to conduct labour market research on public TVET colleges. The project involves collecting labour market data, tracking job advertisements, and creating employer databases. Key deliverables include detailed Excel databases and infographic insight reports. The work will be performed over a 12-month period. A non-compulsory virtual briefing session is scheduled for 27 July 2026. The project team must include a Project Manager with a Master’s degree and four years of experience, a Senior Researcher, Data Analysts, and at least two field workers. Bidders must achieve a minimum functionality score of 70 points to qualify.
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
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proven track record via reference letters
- Certified project team qualifications with SAQA verification for foreign degrees
Contact & how to apply
Name: Sibusiso Kutshwa
Email: Tenderers@etdpseta.org.za
Phone: 011-372-3330
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to etdpsetarfq@etdpseta.org.za. Submissions must be organized into three separate folders: Stage 1 (Administrative), Stage 2 (Functionality), and Stage 3 (Price and Specific Goals).
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