Digital Access to Newspapers and Magazines.
ATNS
In plain English
Digital access to national and international newspapers and magazines, including searchable archives and real-time news services, is being procured. Bidders must submit via the National Treasury e-Submission system.
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ATNS is seeking a service provider to supply a digital media database subscription for five years. The service must provide institutional access to national and international newspapers, magazines, and searchable archives. Key deliverables include a cloud-hosted platform with real-time news, 24/7 availability, and support for single sign-on authentication. The provider must also offer usage analytics and ongoing training for staff and users. The work will be managed from the ATNS head office in Bruma, Johannesburg. Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience through contactable references and provide a clear list of publication titles included in the subscription.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- 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.
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Three contactable references for similar services completed within the last five years
- Valid OEM authorization letter, if applicable
- ISO/IEC 27001 or equivalent information security management system certification
- Proof of authentication support (IP, proxy, VPN, or SSO)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIPC registration and shareholder information
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ursula Mosibi
Email: ursulamo@atns.co.za
Phone: 011-607-1000
How to apply: Submit bids via the National Treasury e-Tender portal or deliver hard copies to ATNS Company Limited, Eastgate Office Park, Block C, South Boulevard Road, Bruma, 2298. Ensure submissions are divided into three parcels: Administrative, Technical, and Pricing.
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