Child and Youth Care Worker Learnership Program.
DSD Bid Admin
This tender closed on 14 September 2026
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In plain English
The Department of Social Development is seeking an accredited service provider to implement a Child and Youth Care Worker NQF Level 5 Learnership for 24 months. Eligible bidders must be registered with HWSETA and QCTO, and must be on the Central Supplier Database.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Western Cape Department of Social Development is seeking an accredited service provider to implement the Occupational Certificate: Child and Youth Care Worker (NQF Level 5) learnership. The project involves training 80 officials over a 24-month period using a blended learning approach of face-to-face and virtual sessions. The provider must supply all training materials, a Learning Management System, and technical support. Additionally, the provider is responsible for training 16 mentors and providing catering services for in-person sessions. The training facility must be located within 100 km of the Cape Town CBD and accommodate 40 learners at a time. Key deliverables include quarterly progress reports, a final evaluation report, and the successful certification of learners. The contract is valid for two years, with a bid validity period of 90 days.
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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid QCTO accreditation for the specified learnership
- Valid SACSSP accreditation for the learning programme
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Proof of financial capacity via audited statements or bank letter
- Documented training facility capacity with photographic evidence
Contact & how to apply
Name: DSD Bid Admin
Email: DSD.BidAdmin@westerncape.gov.za
Phone: 021-483-9143
How to apply: Applications must be hand-delivered or sent via courier to the bid box located at the Ground Floor, 14 Queen Victoria Street, Union House, Cape Town, 8001. All enquiries should be directed to dsd.bidadmin@westerncape.gov.za.
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