RFQ-LEA-26-27-170-1 - Proposal for Capable SDP/ Assessment Centre for the Development of Assessment Tools for Occupational Qualification: Production Operator (120037)Closed

Overview

MerSETA seeks proposals for Capable SDP/Assessment Centre to develop Assessment Tools for Occupational Qualification: Production Operator (120037). Bidders should have QCTO-recognised SDP accreditation for the related qualification, a lead SME, and a team including 3 assessors/moderators; deliverables include three assessment instruments, an exemplar, an RPL toolkit, a QASA addendum, and support for QCTO approval (as per the Scope of Work). (Scope of work MerSETA, Accredited SDP or Assessment Centre for the development of Assessment Tools for Occupational Qualification Production Operator (120037) Learning Unit (1).pdf)

Requirements

• Valid QCTO-recognised SDP accreditation for the related qualification (Automotive Sales Advisor SAQA ID 118097) or closely related; current accreditation letter required. (Scope of work…)
• At least one registered assessor with ≥3 years’ experience in occupational qualifications assessment or assessment development. (Scope of work…)
• Signed SLA/MoU with a relevant automotive industry partner. (Scope of work…)
• Demonstrated experience in developing assessment instruments, RPL tools, or QASA for occupational qualifications. (Scope of work…)
• Project team: lead subject matter expert plus 3 assessors/moderators; project duration 6–24 months. (Scope of work…)
• Administrative/compliance requirements: SBD forms, CSD registration, BBBEE certificate, tax matters in order, and other mandatory bid documentation. (Key information for Bidders, RFQ documents)

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 02 October 2026 at 12:00; submit by email to quotations@merseta.org.za (RFQ). Include the RFQ number in the subject line. Documentation must be firm and VAT-inclusive. Price validity: 60 days. (RFQ document)
• Required documents (returnable): SBD 4, SBD 6.1, SBD 7.1, pricing schedule, CSD number, BBBEE certificate, tax clearance, and fully completed bid forms. (RFQ document; Key information for Bidders)
• Submissions may rely on the attached Scope of Work for deliverables and evaluation criteria. (Scope of work MerSETA, Learning Unit (1).pdf)
• Evaluation will be in three stages: Administrative/Mandatory, Technical/Specifications, then Price and Preference. Specific goals (80/20 system) and related point allocations are described in the Scope of Work. (Scope of work MerSETA, Learning Unit (1).pdf)

Notes: Briefing session details are not specified in the RFQ; a briefing venue is listed in metadata, but no mandatory briefing is indicated in the available documents. For scope, refer to the attached scope file.