Service provider for secure online payment solution.
Palesa Selloane
In plain English
The Border Management Authority is procuring a secure online payment solution for salary payments for three years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide a B-BBEE certificate or affidavit.
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The Border Management Authority (BMA) is seeking a service provider to supply a secure online payment solution for salary disbursements. The contract will run for three years. The system must integrate with the existing SAGE 300 payroll software and handle approximately 5,000 transactions per month across three payroll runs. Key requirements include same-day payment processing, multi-factor authentication, role-based access control, and detailed audit logging. The service provider must also provide training and begin onboarding within two weeks of receiving the purchase order. The work will be managed by the Executive Manager of Financial Management and Accounting. Bidders must demonstrate experience in similar projects over the last five years and ensure all staff are legally permitted to work in South Africa.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Three client references for similar work within the last five years
- Evidence of PCI DSS compliance or South African payment system authorization
Contact & how to apply
Name: Palesa Selloane
Email: Palesa.Selloane@bma.gov.za
Phone: 012-065-1147
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically through the official E-Tender Portal. Enquiries regarding the bidding process or technical specifications should be directed to the email addresses provided by the Border Management Authority. Do not send quotes to these email addresses.
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