Senior Architect Services for Digital Transformation
Bid Office
In plain English
The GPAA is seeking Senior Solutions, Enterprise, and Infrastructure Architect Services. Eligible bidders are suitably experienced service providers.
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The Government Pensions Administration Agency (GPAA) is seeking professional services for a Senior Solutions Architect and a Senior Infrastructure Architect. The work will take place at the GPAA Head Office in Arcadia, Pretoria. The project aims to support the agency's digital transformation and the modernization of legacy systems. Key deliverables include providing routine operational support, maintaining existing systems, designing cloud and hybrid architecture, and managing architectural risks. The successful service provider will also lead transformation projects and transfer technical knowledge to the internal team. The contract will run for a period of three years, with an option to extend for two additional years. The closing date for this tender is 06 July 2026.
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 valid accreditation on SITA RFB 1183
- Must maintain a physical office presence in Gauteng
- Must possess relevant professional certifications (TOGAF 9, ITIL, Cisco)
- Must have valid Tax Compliance status (SARS PIN)
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Bid Office
Email: tenderenquiries@gpaa.gov.za
Phone: 012-319-2216
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the National Treasury eTender Portal at www.etenders.gov.za. No physical, hand-delivered, couriered, or emailed submissions will be accepted. The pricing schedule must be uploaded as a separate file.
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