APPOINTMENT OF SERVICE PROVIDER TO ASSIST THE CHIEF DIRECTORATE: MUNICIPAL GOVERNANCE AND ADMINISTRATIONIN RENDERING SUPPORT TO THE DEPARTMENT IN PREPARATION FOR THE 2026 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS AND PROCESSES ASSOCIATED THEREWITH AFTER THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE RESULTSClosed

Overview

Procurement of a service provider to assist KZN COGTA in preparing for the 2026 Local Government Elections and related post-election processes. Suitable bidders include individuals or firms with municipal governance/electoral advisory expertise, minimum five years’ relevant experience, and demonstrable knowledge of local government legislation and electoral processes. Key contract details: 7-month term (with extension option), based at Wadely House, remuneration at Deputy Director level 11 All-Inclusive package.

(Source: A60380 - Govt Election Specialist.pdf)

Requirements

• Minimum five (5) years proven experience in municipal electoral, governance, demarcation or related advisory services; provide project references from municipalities.
• Key personnel: CVs, qualifications (NQF Level 7 or higher in relevant fields), and written references; evidence of five-year experience for proposed personnel.
• All specialists must understand relevant municipal legislation; ability to produce close-out reports with lessons learned.
• Documents: complete pricing schedule; bidder’s disclosure; proof of tax compliance (SARS PIN/TCS or CSD number); sign authority to sign bids; B-BBEE status documentation if applicable.
• Evaluation will use specialist criteria; mandatory returnables must be submitted (Sec 13).
• Remuneration and contract specifics: fixed-term contract; 7 months with possible extension; monthly deliverables and reports.

(Source: A60380 - Govt Election Specialist.pdf)

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 11 September 2026 at 11:00; hand-delivered to Room 8, 13th Floor, Natalia Building, 330 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg (Bid Box). No email submissions accepted. (A60380 - Govt Election Specialist.pdf)
• Documents to submit: official bid response on prescribed forms, Pricing Schedule (firm prices), Tax Compliance documentation (PIN/TCS or CSD), B-BBEE documentation if required, Bidder’s Disclosure form, and any required qualifications/certificates; include CVs and references for key personnel.
• Briefing session: not specified in the documents.
• Registration/pre-qualifications: Tax compliance (PIN/TCS or CSD); SARS reference; if applicable, B-BBEE verification or sworn affidavit; VAT details as requested.
• Where to obtain bid documents: the RFQ package provided in the attached documents (A60380 - Govt Election Specialist.pdf); otherwise follow the issuing department's guidance in the same file.

(Source: A60380 - Govt Election Specialist.pdf)

Notes: Pricing must be firm (no variations). Preference points apply under the 80/20 or 90/10 system; table shows N/A for specific goals. All bids must comply with PPPFA, GCC, and related regulations.