Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a qualified attorney to represent the Department of Public Works in an arbitration hearing within the Kimberly Regional Office. The attorney will provide legal consultation, prepare evidence bundles, identify and prepare witnesses, and represent the Department during the arbitration process.

Scope

• Thorough preparation of case documentation, including compiling bundles of evidence.
• Identification and thorough preparation of witnesses to testify during arbitration.
• Preparation of heads of arguments for the arbitration hearing.
• Representation of the Department during the arbitration proceedings.
• Ensure compliance with all timeframes to avoid compromising departmental interests.

Technical Requirements

• The attorney must possess relevant legal and labor relations qualifications.
• Extensive experience and capacity in labor law and labor relations environments.
• Ability to respond promptly to departmental requests and engagements.
• Availability to render services at the National Department of Public Works Head Office in Pretoria, specifically at the Kimberly Regional Office.
• The contract duration is estimated for 31 days from the appointment date.
• The total arbitration costs are based on an estimated 200 hours of work.
• The appointed attorney must submit regular progress reports and a final report to the Office of the Director Labour Relations.
• Ownership and copyright of all documentation and materials developed during the contract will vest with the Department of Public Works.
• All intellectual property rights related to work produced shall belong to the Department and must be handed over upon contract termination.