THE APPOINTMENT OF SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE WITH EXPERTISE IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT INCLUDING LABOUR/EMPLOYEE RELATIONS TO PROVIDE STRATEGIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF TWELVE (12) MONTHSClosed

Overview

The appointment of a service provider to supply expertise in human resources management, including labour/employee relations, to provide strategic and administrative HR services for twelve months. (RFQ 054-09-26-27, Water Research Commission). Targets HR consultancies with public-sector experience, Labour relations specialists, and SABPP-registered professionals. Submissions are via the e-Tender Portal; no physical or email submissions.

Requirements

• Minimum five years’ experience in Human Resources Management and Labour Relations Services.
• Proven HR advisory experience to public entities, SOEs, or large organisations (last five years) with at least three references.
• Lead consultant to hold an HR qualification (NQF 7+).
• Registration with SABPP or equivalent HR body.
• Labour relations specialist with at least five years’ CCMA/disciplinary experience; ability to handle disciplinary hearings and grievances.
• CVs for all proposed resources; evidence of SA office presence and ability to attend meetings physically if required.
• Company registration documents; evidence of SA operations.
• Tax compliance: SARS Tax Clearance, Tax Compliance Status PIN (or CSD if no TCS); CSD compliance history.
• B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit; or EMEs/QSEs’ sworn affidavit; Central Supplier Database (CSD) number.
• Compliance with SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1; contract will require SBD7; compliance with PPPFA/GCC.

How to Apply

• Deadline: 28 October 2026 at 11:00. RFQ validity: 90 days. (RFQ 054-09-26-27) (RFQ - PROVISION OF HR OFFICER (003) edited version 1.pdf)
• Submission method: online via the e-Tender Portal; tutorials available. No physical or email submissions.
• Documents to submit: Official bid forms (SBD 1, 4, 6.1), SARS Tax Clearance and PIN, B-BBEE certificate/sworn affidavit, CSD report, CVs of all proposed resources, three or more reference letters, proof of SABPP membership, and evidence of SA office presence.
• Pre-qualifications: Tax clearance, SARS PIN, CSD status, valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, and CSD compliance history.
• Evaluation guidance: Phase 1 compliance screening; Phase 2 mandatory requirements and technical evaluation; Phase 3 price and specific goals. See attached RFQ for detailed criteria (RFQ document).
• Procurement documents access: via the e-Tender Portal (Tutorial link provided in the RFQ).

Note: The WRC may inspect premises, and there is potential for contract negotiation or visits to verify information.