VMware Implementation and Maintenance for Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife
KWANELE MBATHA
In plain English
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife is seeking a service provider for the implementation and maintenance of VMware for 12 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Suppliers Database and comply with tax obligations.
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Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife invites bids for the supply, implementation, and maintenance of VMware vSphere Standard licenses. The project involves configuring 128 core-based licenses and migrating the existing virtual data center environment. The successful service provider will also provide 12 months of technical support and system updates. The work will take place in KwaZulu-Natal. The contract duration is 12 months, with a closing date of 24 August 2026. Bidders must ensure seamless integration of the new infrastructure into the current system.
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
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Accredited VMware partner with valid OEM confirmation letter
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
Contact & how to apply
Name: KWANELE MBATHA
Email: mbathak@kznwildlife.com
Phone: 033-845-1186
How to apply: Submit your quotation in PDF format via email to procurement@kznwildlife.com. Use the RFQ number as the subject line. If the file is large, compress it into a single Zip file. Only one email submission is permitted.
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