# APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO CONDUCT INVESTIGATION RELATING TO ALLEGED FRAUD AND CORRUPTION -SOLICITATION OF PAYMENT AGAINST NRCS OFFICIAL: INTERN

> This tender closed on 2026-09-25.

- **Reference:** RFQ 065 -26
- **Issuer:** [National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/national-regulator-for-compulsory-specifications.md)
- **Region:** Gauteng
- **Type:** Request for quotation
- **Published:** 2026-09-14
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-25 13:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Security and investigation](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/N80.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Appointment of a service provider to conduct an investigation relating to alleged fraud and corruption - solicitation of payment against NRCS official: Intern.** The NRCS is seeking a forensic/investigative service provider (RFQ 065-26) to conduct a discrete internal investigation, with deliverables including an investigation report and evidence files. Eligible bidders should have public-sector investigation experience, relevant qualifications (including Certified Fraud Examiners for key roles), and the ability to deliver within 160 hours over about 30 days.

#### Requirements
- Proof of Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration; tax/compliance status verified via SARS PIN or tax clearance.
- Completed SBD forms: SBD1, SBD3.1 (Pricing), SBD4, SBD6.1.
- Minimum qualifications for key roles: Manager in Charge, Senior Investigator, and Junior Investigator must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree and be Certified Fraud Examiners; demonstrated investigation experience in the public sector.
- Demonstrated experience in investigations within the public sector (minimum number of reference letters to be evaluated; references must be contactable).
- Proposal must present a clear methodology, with CVs for assigned personnel, and evidence of prior similar work.
- Indemnities and conditions: independence/objectivity of investigators; NRCS IP rights vest in NRCS; all working papers become NRCS property; service tariffs must align with DPSA Auditor General rates.
- Timing/outputs: investigation to be completed within 30 days from appointment, within approximately 160 total hours; bi-weekly progress reports; ability to testify if required.
- Compliance with NRCS terms (LRA, POPIA) and general GCC.

#### How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 25 September 2026 at 11:00. (RFQ 065-26)
- Submission method: email bids to Thobela.mqikela@nrcs.org.za (Only email submissions accepted).
- Documents to submit: Completed SBD1, SBD3.1, SBD4, SBD6.1; Pricing Schedule; tax/CSD documentation; CVs and letters of reference; Schedule of work; supplier declarations; authority for signatory.
- Required registrations/pre-qualifications: Tax compliance PIN (or SARS tax clearance), CSD registration; VAT number if applicable.
- Briefing session: venue at Dr Lategan Road, SABS Campus, Groenkloof, Pretoria 0001 (briefing details not fully specified in excerpt; see RFQ doc). (RFQ 065-26)
- Where to obtain bid documents: contained in the RFQ document; for questions, contact NRCS Technical Enquiries (Tshilidzi Tshisikhawe) and Bidder Enquiries (Thobela Mqikela). (RFQ 065-26)
- Additional notes: Special conditions include NRCS ownership of all intellectual property and working papers; use tariffs not exceeding DPSA rates for audits.

## Description

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO CONDUCT INVESTIGATION RELATING TO ALLEGED FRAUD AND CORRUPTION -SOLICITATION OF PAYMENT AGAINST NRCS OFFICIAL: INTERN

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO CONDUCT INVESTIGATION RELATING TO ALLEGED FRAUD AND CORRUPTION -SOLICITATION OF PAYMENT AGAINST NRCS OFFICIAL: INTERN

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## Documents

- RFQ 065 26 INVESTIGATION RELATING TO ALLEGED FRAUD AND CORRUPTION-SOLICITATION OF PAYMENT AGAINST NRCS OFFICIAL.docx..docx

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