APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE ORIENTATION AND MOBILITY (O&M) SERVICES FOR A BLIND EMPLOYEEClosed

Overview

Appointment of a service provider to provide Orientation and Mobility (O&M) services for a blind employee within the Department of Science and Innovation to support accessibility during the relocation to a new building. Bid is open to qualified O&M instructors with relevant certifications, experience, and capability to deliver during office hours (BRUMMERIA/Lynwood, Tshwane).

Requirements

• Proof of registration to the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
• Tax compliance per CSD or SARS e-filing.
• Completed and signed SBD forms: SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1.
• Certified BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
• Detailed company profile (experience, accreditation, directorship).
• Qualification certificate or diploma in orientation and mobility service.
• CV of a person with at least 2 years’ experience in O&M.
• Submit the methodology.
• References/track record of similar activities.
• Prices inclusive of VAT, linked to specific tasks; services during working hours (as per TOR) (06. TOR.docx for scope).

How to Apply

• Deadline: 11 August 2026 at 11:00; proposals to be submitted by email to lihlemxoli@dsti.gov.za.
• Documents to submit: CSD registration, SARS e-filing proof, SBD 1/4/6.1, BBBEE certificate or affidavit, company profile, qualification, CV, methodology, references; pricing (VAT inclusive).
• Pre-qualifications: as above (CSD, tax, SBD forms, BBBEE, qualifications, methodology, references).
• Briefing/site briefing: No information session will be held (06. TOR.docx).
• Bid documents: attached TOR; further details available in 06. TOR.docx.
• Contact: tenders@dsti.gov.za; 082-311-2499; attention: Charlotte Nukeri.