Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure a qualified and accredited training service provider to deliver a comprehensive First Aid Level 2 training course. The training aims to equip six (6) officials from the Mthatha Regional Office with essential first aid skills, including emergency scene management, CPR, AED use, wound care, and other life-saving procedures, over a period of three days. The training seeks to enhance the capacity of public service officials to respond effectively to emergencies, ensuring safety and health standards are maintained within the department.

Scope

The scope of the tender encompasses:

• Provision of face-to-face, instructor-led First Aid Level 2 training for six (6) delegates from the Mthatha Regional Office.
• Delivery of training at a suitable, accredited training institution with appropriate facilities, materials, and tools.
• Provision of training materials, venue, catering, and necessary equipment to facilitate effective learning.
• Training duration of a minimum of 3 days, covering theoretical and practical components aligned with unit standards or non-unit standards at NQF level.
• Provision of a competent facilitator with proven experience in public sector first aid training, supported by a facilitator profile.
• Issuance of certificates upon successful completion, aligned with assessment criteria.
• Adherence to the scheduled training dates, preferably by the end of September 2025, with flexibility for coordination with the department.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements for the tender include:

• Accreditation with relevant Education Training Quality Assurance (ETQA) bodies or professional councils.
• Provision of a detailed course content outline, including topics such as anatomy, legal and ethical considerations, emergency scene management, CPR, AED, shock management, and other critical first aid procedures.
• Submission of a facilitator’s profile demonstrating experience in public sector first aid training.
• Provision of proof of accreditation/decision number from the relevant ETQA or professional body.
• Delivery of training in a conducive learning environment with interactive methods such as slides, videos, case studies, and practical exercises.
• Provision of a training schedule with proposed dates, ideally before the end of September 2025.
• Submission of a comprehensive pricing schedule, including costs for training, facilitator, materials, and any other associated expenses, with a grand total carried to the bid form.
• Compliance with the department’s procurement policies, including submission of all required documentation, proof of experience, and accreditation.

Summary

This tender aims to secure a competent training provider capable of delivering high-quality First Aid Level 2 training tailored to public sector needs, ensuring officials are well-equipped to handle emergencies effectively within their operational environment.