OTN Installation and Training for Telecoms Technicians
PRASA
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
9 November 2026 at 12:00 · Shosholoza Meyl building, Braamfontein
In plain English
The Passenger Rail Agency (PRASA) is seeking a service provider for the installation, configuration, and maintenance of OTN for the Telecoms Department in the Gauteng region. Bidders must be accredited by SETA or have vendor proprietary training and be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Always check the official documentDescription
PRASA is seeking a service provider to deliver specialized training on OTN installation, configuration, and maintenance for 10 Telecoms Technicians in the Gauteng region. The training program must combine classroom theory with hands-on practical sessions using real-world equipment. Key deliverables include a comprehensive training manual, provision of lunch for trainees, and the issuance of Certificates of Competence to participants who achieve a minimum 80% pass mark in both theoretical and practical assessments. The training covers system design, fiber installation, software configuration, troubleshooting, and cybersecurity protocols. The project requires the provider to demonstrate expertise in optical fiber systems and adhere to specific industry standards.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must attend compulsory briefing session
- Possess SETA 246666 or vendor proprietary training accreditation
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status Pin
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD)
Contact & how to apply
Name: Khuthadzo Tshikhudo
Email: khuthadzo.tshikhudo@prasa.com
Phone: 011-085-7060
How to apply: Bids must be hand-delivered in a sealed envelope to the Ground Floor, Shosholoza Meyl Junction, Corner of Leyds and Simmonds Street, Braamfontein. No email or fax submissions will be accepted.
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