Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a competent service provider to deliver Microsoft Excel training on an as-and-when-required basis for a period of three (03) years. The training aims to enhance the Excel skills of staff in Scientific Services, enabling them to manage, analyze, and visualize data effectively to support accurate scientific research, improve data quality, facilitate collaboration, and strengthen analytical and reporting capabilities.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Provision of Excel training to a minimum of 42 learners, with a total of 66 training sessions as detailed in Appendix 1.
• Training delivered by qualified and experienced trainers with appropriate certifications.
• Training content covering beginner, intermediate, and advanced Excel skills, including data management, formulas, data integrity, cell referencing, and data modeling.
• Training sessions to be a minimum of 6 hours long, with a total course duration between 10 to 15 hours, including online videos and practical exercises.
• Provision of training materials, including an Excel workbook for trainees to use during sessions.
• Delivery of training in a manner that allows for flexibility and support during and after the training period.

Technical Requirements

• The training must be conducted by trainers with a Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert Certification and relevant teaching qualifications (e.g., PGCE, BEd, or equivalent).
• The course content must include modules on:
  • Beginners: Excel components, data input, key essentials, shortcuts, and basic functions.
  • Intermediate: Data types, series generation, advanced copy-paste, formulas, and data formats.
  • Advanced: Data integrity, data modeling, cell references, formula auditing, and troubleshooting.
• The training must incorporate online video footage, downloadable Excel workbooks, and practical exercises.
• The provider must have a postgraduate teaching qualification or Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert Certification, with copies of certificates submitted as proof.
• The training should be adaptable to different levels of learners and include assessments or exercises to evaluate progress.

Skills Requirements

• Qualified trainers with:
  • Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert Certification, and
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), Bachelor of Education (BEd), or equivalent, or accredited trainer/assessor/moderator certification from a recognized SETA or Microsoft.
• Experience in delivering online and face-to-face Excel training, with at least three (3) recent reference projects involving similar training.
• Ability to develop and deliver tailored training content suitable for various skill levels.
• Strong communication and instructional skills to facilitate effective learning.
• Capacity to provide ongoing support and post-training assistance to learners.