CoT RFP Event Q53-2026-27

The City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality, through its Group Human Capital Management department, is seeking a CoGTA-approved service provider to conduct competency assessments for candidates recommended for senior and top management positions. The primary objective is to ensure that the recruitment and selection of these officials comply with the Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Managers. To maintain the integrity of the process, the service provider must use assessments specifically developed by the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) for municipalities and must be officially approved by CoGTA. The solicitation process, identified as Q53-2026-27, requires online submission via the e-tender portal by November 13, 2026. Evaluation occurs in three stages: administrative compliance, mandatory requirements, and a preference point system. The award is based on an 80/20 or 90/10 framework, where points are allocated for price and specific goals, such as ownership by women, youth, or people with disabilities, in accordance with the Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022 and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including a SARS tax clearance certificate or PIN, CSD registration, B-BBEE certification, and declarations of interest and independent bid determination. The contract emphasizes strict compliance with tax obligations and the prohibition of collusive practices. Failure to fulfill contract conditions or providing fraudulent preference claims may result in disqualification, recovery of damages, or a restriction from doing business with any organ of state for up to ten years.