Optical Fibre and LAN Installation at Durban Campus
Zanele Zulu
In plain English
Installation of optical fibre reticulation and LAN points at Sentech's Durban Branch Campus. Bidders must be registered on the Sentech Supplier Database and be tax compliant.
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Sentech is inviting bids for the installation of optical fibre reticulation and LAN points at its Durban branch campus. The project involves technical infrastructure upgrades at 217 Umhlanga Rocks Drive. Interested parties must attend a compulsory briefing session on 16 October 2026. The tender requires the successful service provider to manage all aspects of the installation, including material supply and technical implementation. All bids must be submitted by 23 October 2026. The validity period for all submitted proposals is 90 days from the closing date. Bidders must ensure their pricing is inclusive of VAT and remains fixed, as Sentech reserves the right to negotiate market-related rates.
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.
- VAT registration — A registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Sentech Supplier Database
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Valid B-BBEE certificate
Contact & how to apply
Name: Zanele Zulu
Email: Quotations6@sentech.co.za
Phone: 011-471-4000
How to apply: Quotations must be submitted via email to Quotations6@sentech.co.za. Ensure the document is on a company letterhead, fully completed, and signed in black ink before the deadline of 23 October 2026 at 12:00.
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