Objectives

The primary objective is to appoint a qualified and accredited service provider to deliver a Mixed Farming Level 1 & 2 Skills Programme specifically designed for persons with disabilities. This initiative forms part of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) Integrated Grant Community Development project managed by the Department of Social Development in the Free State province.

Scope

The successful bidder will be responsible for conducting face-to-face training sessions across all five districts of the Free State. The scope encompasses delivering the complete Level 1 and Level 2 mixed farming curriculum, supplying all necessary training materials, developing a comprehensive training methodology and course content, and issuing certificates upon successful participant completion. All logistical and delivery costs must be fully incorporated into the submitted bid price.

Technical Requirements

• Must hold valid accreditation and registration with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
• Must demonstrate relevant past experience in delivering similar training programmes, supported by verifiable documentation (e.g., orders, appointment letters, proof of completion) dated within the last five years.
• Must submit a detailed methodology outlining the training approach, systems, and frameworks to be implemented during project execution.
• Must comply with all standard public procurement administrative requirements, including completed Standard Bidding Documents (SBDs), tax compliance verification, declaration of interest, and the preference points claim form.
• Must provide firm, all-inclusive pricing for the training delivery.
• Successful bidders will be required to furnish performance security within thirty days of contract award and adhere to standard government general conditions of contract.

Skills Requirements

• Certified expertise in agricultural and mixed farming instruction aligned with NQF Levels 1 and 2.
• Proven capability in designing and facilitating inclusive training programmes tailored to persons with disabilities.
• Strong instructional design and facilitation skills to develop and implement the required course content and delivery methodology.
• Project management and logistical coordination abilities to execute multi-district training rollouts efficiently.
• Competence in applying combined assurance frameworks to ensure quality control, risk management, and compliance throughout the training delivery.

Explanation of Unusual or Complicated Terms

• EPWP Integrated Grant Community Development: A government-funded initiative aimed at creating temporary employment opportunities and building community capacity through public works and skills development projects.
• QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations): The statutory authority in South Africa responsible for quality assurance, accreditation, and certification of occupational qualifications and skills programmes.
• 80/20 Preference Point System: A procurement evaluation model where bids are scored out of 100 points. Eighty points are allocated to price competitiveness, while twenty points are awarded for socio-economic goals such as enterprise ownership by women, youth, historically disadvantaged individuals, SMME status, disability inclusion, and local district participation.
• Combined Assurance Methods: A structured risk management and governance framework that integrates various oversight functions to ensure effective project execution, compliance, and quality delivery.
• SBD (Standard Bidding Documents): Mandatory government procurement forms used to verify bidder compliance, declare financial and legal standing, specify pricing, and claim preferential procurement points.