Objectives

The primary objective is to procure a qualified training service provider to deliver an NQF Level 5 leadership development program. The initiative aims to equip municipal employees with the theoretical knowledge and practical application skills necessary to analyse and implement leadership frameworks within their specific work environments, culminating in formal competency validation aligned to national education standards.

Scope

The contract covers the complete delivery of a three-day training programme for 30 delegates within the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality boundaries. The scope includes curriculum design, facilitation, formal assessment, moderation, provision of a compliant local training venue, and full catering logistics (morning refreshments and lunches). Service delivery may only commence upon issuance of an official Purchase Order, with all quoted rates remaining fixed for the contract duration and inclusive of applicable VAT.

Technical Requirements

• Mandatory accreditation with either LGSETA or SerVICES SETA for the relevant qualification.
• Submission of detailed course content and implementation methodology explicitly mapped to SAQA Unit Standard 120300.
• A signed Service Level Agreement (SLA) guaranteeing a suitable training venue located within the municipality.
• Valid accreditation certificates for both the lead assessor and moderator issued by LGSETA or SerVICES SETA.
• Documented proof of prior experience delivering comparable leadership training programmes (maximum of two referenced projects accepted).
• Full compliance with municipal supply chain regulations, including registration on the BCMM Supplier Database, active Central Supplier Database (CSD) status, valid tax clearance verification, and submission of all statutory Municipal Bidding Documents (MBDs).
• Bidders must achieve a minimum functionality score of 80% to qualify for price evaluation.

Skills Requirements

• Qualified facilitators with demonstrated expertise in adult learning methodologies and NQF Level 5 leadership curricula.
• Certified assessors and moderators capable of conducting rigorous knowledge evaluations and ensuring quality assurance in accordance with SETA guidelines.
• Strong instructional design capabilities to translate abstract leadership theories into actionable, workplace-specific scenarios.
• Logistical coordination proficiency to manage venue setup, participant administration, catering delivery, and safety protocol compliance.
• Administrative competence in maintaining accurate learner portfolios, assessment records, and post-training reporting for municipal HR oversight.

Clarification of Key Terms

NQF Level 5: Refers to the fifth tier of the National Qualifications Framework, indicating intermediate-level theoretical understanding and applied practical skills, typically equivalent to a certificate or advanced diploma.

SAQA US ID 120300: The official South African Qualifications Authority Unit Standard identifier that defines the exact learning outcomes, assessment criteria, and credit value for analysing leadership theories in a professional context.

LGSETA / SerVICES SETA: Sector Education and Training Authorities responsible for accrediting training providers, developing industry standards, and overseeing learner assessment within the local government and public services sectors respectively.

80/20 Preference Point System: A procurement evaluation model where 80 points are awarded based on competitive pricing and 20 points are allocated for designated socio-economic goals, specifically Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) status and supplier locality.

MBD Forms: Standardised Municipal Bidding Documents mandated by national treasury regulations to enforce transparency, prevent collusive bidding, verify legal compliance, and confirm that bidders have no history of supply chain misconduct.