Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure services for small plant and equipment training (Unit Standard 12875) for personnel in the Overberg District Municipality’s Roads Department. The training aims to enhance safety, competency, productivity, and skills development among employees handling small construction plant and equipment, ensuring they can identify, utilize, maintain, transport, and operate various tools and machinery in accordance with statutory safety and operational standards.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Provision of training on small plant and equipment as per Unit Standard 12875, covering items such as Plate Compactor, Jack Hammer, Whackers, Concrete Cutter, Generator, Vibrator Poker, High Pressure Cleaner, Concrete Mixer, Water Pumps, Walk-Behind Rollers, etc.
• The training must be delivered in theoretical and practical formats, incorporating classroom and on-site applications relevant to roads construction environments.
• Languages of instruction include Afrikaans, English, and isiXhosa.
• Training must enable learners to demonstrate competence in identifying, selecting, maintaining, transporting, and safely operating plant and equipment, including safety protocols and PPE usage.
• Training materials, methods, and attendance records must be provided, with certificates issued to competent learners.
• The contract period for training delivery is to be completed by no later than 15 June 2026.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Adherence to Unit Standard 12875 for small plant and equipment training.
• Provision of qualified, registered facilitators with at least 3 years of training experience and relevant SAQA/ETDP SETA accreditation.
• Use of bilingual training materials and effective communication in at least two official languages.
• Practical and theoretical training modules, including record-keeping of attendance and competency assessments.
• Issuance of certificates of competence to learners who demonstrate proficiency, valid without expiry date.
• Provision of training for specific depot locations (e.g., Swellendam, Bredasdorp, Caledon) with respective participant numbers.
• All training to be completed within the stipulated timeframe, with satisfactory delivery and issuance of attendance registers and certificates.

Skills Requirements

The skills and qualifications required from service providers include:

• Registered and accredited training facilitators with SAQA/ETDP SETA certification.
• Demonstrated experience in small plant and equipment training, with at least 3 years of relevant facilitation experience.
• Ability to deliver bilingual training effectively in English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa.
• Proficiency in developing and providing training materials suitable for practical and theoretical learning in a roads construction environment.
• Strong record-keeping and reporting skills, including attendance registers and competency assessments.
• Capacity to deliver training at multiple depot locations within the specified timeframe.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to plant operation and construction sites.