Objectives

The primary objective is to procure a qualified training service provider to deliver a Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Representative programme for Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality. The initiative aims to equip municipal employees with foundational occupational health and safety competencies, ensuring compliance with national vocational standards and workplace safety protocols.

Scope

The successful bidder will deliver the SHE Representative NQF Level 2 training to 28 municipal delegates. The scope encompasses complete programme execution, including instructional delivery, assessment administration, and logistical support. The provider must secure a training venue within the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality boundaries and supply comprehensive catering. Morning refreshments must include tea, coffee, muffins, sandwiches, 100% juice, and still water. Lunch must consist of three vegetables, two starches, two meats, and beverages. All training resources, learner materials, and administrative coordination are included in the service delivery.

Technical Requirements

• Mandatory accreditation with the Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority (HWSETA).
• Course content and implementation methodology must explicitly align with QCTO Unit Standard SP-250815.
• Proof of a QCTO-accredited training venue located within Buffalo City Municipality, supported by a signed Service Level Agreement with the landlord.
• Active registration as a Skills Development Provider (SDP) with the municipality.
• Demonstrated track record in SHE Representative training, with documentary proof of up to two completed projects.
• Submission of detailed CVs and qualifications for lead facilitators, alongside formal HWSETA accreditation certificates for designated assessors and moderators.
• Full compliance with municipal supply chain regulations, including Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration, SARS tax clearance verification, and completion of all required Municipal Bidding Documents (MBDs).
• Achievement of a minimum 80% score on the functional evaluation criteria to qualify for price-based assessment.

Skills Requirements

• Facilitators must possess proven expertise, relevant pedagogical qualifications, and hands-on experience in delivering SHE Representative curricula.
• Assessors and moderators must hold current HWSETA accreditation to validate learner competence, ensure standardised evaluation, and maintain quality assurance throughout the programme.
• Training personnel must demonstrate proficiency in translating SP-250815 NQF Level 2 requirements into practical workplace applications, covering hazard identification, incident reporting, regulatory compliance, and emergency preparedness.

Explanation of Key Terms

NQF Level 2: Refers to the second tier of the National Qualifications Framework, indicating foundational vocational knowledge and practical skills suitable for entry-level occupational roles.

SHE REP: Abbreviation for Safety, Health, and Environment Representative, a statutory workplace role tasked with monitoring compliance, identifying hazards, and promoting safe operating procedures.

HWSETA & QCTO: The Health and Welfare Sector Education and Training Authority and the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations are South African regulatory bodies that accredit training providers and validate vocational unit standards.

SP-250815: The official QCTO code for the Specific Unit Standard governing SHE Representative competencies at NQF Level 2.

80/20 Preference Points System: A procurement evaluation model where 80% of scoring is allocated to price competitiveness and 20% to socio-economic objectives, specifically Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) status and geographic locality within the Eastern Cape province.