Provision of Mimecast Email Security Services.
Agricultural Research Council
This tender closed on 6 October 2026
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In plain English
The Agricultural Research Council is procuring Mimecast Email Security Services for 36 months. Bidders must be suitably qualified and experienced service providers.
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The Agricultural Research Council (ARC) is seeking a service provider to supply and manage Mimecast email security services for 36 months. The project involves providing 2,000 mailbox licenses with premium protection to defend against phishing, malware, and ransomware. Key deliverables include system implementation, 24/7 monitoring, incident response, monthly service level agreement reviews, and quarterly security reports. The service provider must integrate the solution with existing ARC systems and ensure ongoing support. The work will be performed for the ARC, and the contract duration is three years. Bidders must provide a team including a project lead and three experienced engineers.
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
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of authorized Mimecast OEM partnership
- Three contactable references for Mimecast services
- CVs for project lead and technical team
Contact & how to apply
Name: Elelwani Muhanelwa
Email: Muhanelwae@arc.agric.za
Phone: 012-310-2509
How to apply: Tender documents must be purchased and submitted electronically via the PURCO SA website at https://purcosa.co.za/my-tenders. No physical, email, or fax submissions will be accepted.
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