Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to provide a 3-day basic bookkeeping training program aimed at twenty (20) SMMEs that are part of the Knysna Municipality's structured SMME Support Programme for the 2025/26 financial year. The training seeks to equip participants with essential financial management skills, including accurate record keeping, systematic recording of transactions, and foundational knowledge in preparing and analyzing financial statements.

Scope

The scope of work encompasses delivering a comprehensive 3-day training course covering key learning areas such as:

• Financial record keeping accuracy
• Maintaining systematic business transaction records
• Proper recording of business transactions
• Basic financial statement preparation, analysis, and adjustments
• Accounting for cash, inventory, sales, receivables, and expenses

The training must include the issuance of certificates of attendance and adhere to the specified learning outcomes.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements for the tender include:

• Development and delivery of a 3-day training program aligned with the objectives
• Provision of training materials, manuals, and relevant documentation
• Issuance of certificates of attendance upon completion
• Adherence to the stipulated training content and learning areas
• Compliance with the municipality’s procurement policies and regulations
• Submission of itemized costs, including unit rates and total amounts (excluding VAT)
• Ensuring the total RFQ price does not exceed R300,000

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must demonstrate:

• Proven experience in delivering bookkeeping and financial training to SMMEs or similar entities
• Expertise in basic accounting principles and financial management
• Ability to develop tailored training content suitable for SMME participants
• Strong facilitation and communication skills to effectively transfer knowledge
• Capacity to provide practical, hands-on training sessions
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and accreditation standards, including SETA certification requirements
• Ability to produce and submit all compulsory documentation and compliance certificates