Procurement of Secure Access Service Edge Solution.
Khomotso Mokwele
In plain English
The Border Management Authority is procuring a single-vendor Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution for three years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database and comply with B-BBEE requirements.
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The Border Management Authority (BMA) invites bids for the procurement, installation, configuration, and management of a single-vendor Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solution. This project will be implemented across BMA infrastructure to support 3,000 users with 99.999% uptime. The scope includes deploying security features like Zero Trust Network Access, firewalls, and secure web gateways, alongside professional services and technical training for BMA staff. The contract duration is three years. Bidders must provide a co-managed operational model and ensure consistent security controls across data centers and cloud environments. The project requires a high level of technical expertise and proven experience in SASE or SSE implementations.
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.
Full requirements
- Valid ISO/IEC 27001 certification for bidder and OEM
- Valid OEM authorization letter for supply and support
- Recent SOC 2 Type II assurance report for OEM
- Proof of South African-based Point of Presence (PoP)
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid work permits for all non-South African personnel
Contact & how to apply
Name: Khomotso Mokwele
Email: ICTTechnicalEnquiries@bma.gov.za
Phone: 012-065-1147
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the official E-Tender Portal. Late, telegraphic, telephonic, telex, or facsimile submissions will not be accepted.
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