Supply and Installation of Firewall and Proxy Server.
Eastern Cape Department of Social Development
In plain English
The KZN Department of Social Development is procuring the supply, delivery, and installation of a firewall and proxy server. Only SITA accredited service providers on the 1183 Transversal Contract can bid.
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The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Social Development is seeking a service provider for the supply, delivery, and installation of a firewall and proxy server. The project includes designing the network architecture, implementing security rules, and providing 24/7 support and maintenance for a period of 60 months. Key deliverables involve advanced web filtering, network intrusion prevention, and security event logging. The successful bidder must also provide knowledge transfer and staff training. The work will be performed in Pietermaritzburg. The contract requires high-performance hardware and AI-driven security subscriptions to ensure enterprise-level protection. The project aims to enhance the department's network security infrastructure through professional management and technical support.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must hold SITA accreditation on 1183 Transversal contract
- Must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Must provide a valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Must hold ISO 27001, ISO 27002, and ISO 27032 certifications
- Must provide an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) accreditation letter
- Technical staff must hold NSE7, PCNSE, or CCSE certifications
- Must provide proof of financial capacity for two months of operations
Contact & how to apply
Name: MS S.P SHOBA
Email: samukelisiwe.shoba@kznsocdev.gov.za
Phone: 082-741-7703
How to apply: Bids must be delivered to the bid box at the KZN Department of Social Development, 208 Hoosen Haffejee Street, Pietermaritzburg, 3200. Submissions must be in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the bid number and bidder details.
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