This tender has closed on 19 August 2026.
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The South African Bureau of Standards seeks qualified service providers to chair grievance hearings, ensuring fair and equitable processes. Bidders must have extensive Labour Law experience and provide relevant qualifications and references.
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is inviting bids for the appointment of service providers to chair grievance hearings. The selected chairpersons will be responsible for conducting hearings in accordance with the principles of fairness and equity as outlined in the SABS Grievance Policy. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in Labour Law and grievance procedures, alongside providing at least five recent reference letters from previous engagements in similar roles.
The successful bidders will be required to finalize hearings and issue outcomes within 14 days of the hearing date. Essential qualifications include an LLB degree or a diploma in Labour Law, with certified copies of qualifications not older than six months. Bidders must also submit a detailed methodology for evaluating evidence and justifying grievance outcomes, ensuring a structured approach to the grievance process. This tender presents an opportunity for experienced legal professionals to contribute to the SABS's commitment to maintaining high standards of fairness in workplace grievance management.
This tender is suitable for legal firms, independent legal practitioners, and consultants with expertise in Labour Law and grievance procedures, particularly those with a proven track record in chairing hearings and managing workplace disputes.