Supply and Implementation of E-Signature and PDF Solution.
IDC
In plain English
The Industrial Development Corporation is seeking a service provider for the supply, implementation, support, and maintenance of an electronic signature and PDF solution. Bidders must ensure tax compliance with SARS.
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The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) invites bids for the supply, implementation, and maintenance of an electronic signature and PDF editing solution. The project requires an integrated system supporting 250 e-signature users and 400 PDF editing users. Key deliverables include a cloud-based platform with mobile access, MS Power Platform integration, and comprehensive security features like PKI-based signatures and POPIA compliance. The successful bidder must provide training for two IT staff members and 60 hours of ad-hoc support over a three-year period. Implementation must be finalized within four weeks of the contract award. The work will be managed by the IDC, and all solutions must meet specific technical standards, including data residency and South African Authentication and Authorisation Agency certification.
What you need to qualify
- 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 status
- OEM accreditation, authorization, or partnership certificate
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of POPIA and ISO 27000 compliance
- Demonstrable proof of meeting all mandatory technical functional requirements
Contact & how to apply
Name: Joseph SHADRECK Phiri
Email: josephp@idc.co.za
Phone: 011-269-3810
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the IDC portal at: https://idcza-my.sharepoint.com/:f:/g/personal/tinys_idc_co_za/IgDyEh1jAqwtSZX7dhl_DzlmAW8YRBQ4MR8DwJOLivmmMfk. Submissions must be in Microsoft or PDF format and uploaded before 11:00 on 04 September 2026.
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