Tender Summary: MV Switching Training

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to procure a qualified and accredited training provider to deliver comprehensive Medium Voltage (MV) Switching training to municipal personnel. The initiative aims to build technical capacity, ensure operational safety, and maintain regulatory compliance through structured, in-house learning for seven (7) participants.

Scope of Work

The successful service provider will be responsible for executing a complete MV Switching training programme tailored to the municipality's operational environment. Key deliverables include:

• Conducting all training sessions in-house.
• Developing and submitting a detailed training programme that outlines specific modules, learning outcomes, and total duration.
• Delivering theoretical and practical instruction aligned with industry standards.
• Administering assessments and evaluating participant performance.
• Issuing formal certificates upon successful completion, which must be approved by the relevant Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA).

Technical Requirements

• Valid accreditation from the relevant SETA specifically covering MV Switching Training.
• Submission of official proof of SETA accreditation with the bid submission.
• Capability to facilitate in-house training using appropriate instructional materials, equipment, and assessment tools.
• Ability to produce a comprehensive training schedule and module breakdown prior to commencement.
• Compliance with all Municipal Bidding Documents (MBDs) and preferential procurement regulations.
• Firm pricing inclusive of VAT, submitted per line item on company letterhead or MBD 3.1.

Skills Requirements

• Proven subject-matter expertise in medium voltage electrical systems, switching procedures, isolation protocols, and electrical safety standards.
• Certified training facilitation qualifications and demonstrated experience in adult or vocational education.
• Curriculum design capabilities aligned with SETA unit standards and occupational qualifications.
• Assessment and moderation competencies to accurately evaluate trainee knowledge and practical skills.
• Administrative proficiency to manage certification workflows, maintain SETA compliance records, and submit required documentation.

Notable Terms & Definitions

SETA Accreditation: Refers to formal approval by a Sector Education and Training Authority, the South African bodies responsible for accrediting training providers and ensuring that curricula meet national occupational standards. Only providers with current, relevant SETA accreditation may submit bids.

80/20 Preferential Point System: A procurement scoring methodology where 80 points are awarded based on competitive pricing and 20 points are allocated for specific socio-economic goals. These goals include business ownership by black individuals, women, youth, or persons with disabilities, and the promotion of enterprises located within the Greater Kokstad Municipality.

MBD Forms: Standardised Municipal Bidding Documents mandated by South African procurement legislation. They serve as legal declarations verifying bidder eligibility, tax compliance, absence of state employment conflicts, independent bidding practices, and past supply chain performance.