Supply and Maintenance of Managed SDWAN and Internet Services
Mr Patrick Makgata
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
20 July 2026 at 11:00 · https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/77454dba-0a1e-4436-a4ae-1f04b096002f@e2546b9d-33f9-4279-b6ed-e809f62fb336
In plain English
SEDFA is procuring managed SDWAN and Internet services for a five-year period. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database and provide a valid B-BBEE certificate or affidavit.
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The Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (SEDFA) invites bids for the supply, implementation, and maintenance of managed SDWAN and Internet services. The project covers 71 offices nationwide and requires a secure, reliable connectivity solution including primary and backup internet, hardware supply, and 24/7 technical support. The contract duration is five years, with an initial implementation phase of four months. Bidders must demonstrate at least 10 years of industry experience and provide proof of three similar successful projects. The project requires a skilled team, including a project manager and certified network security specialists. The tender will be evaluated using the 80/20 points system.
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
- Registered on CSD with valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Valid ICASA ISP license or partnership agreement with a license holder
- Active membership with the Internet Service Providers Association (ISPA)
- Relevant industry certifications (SDWAN, ISO 27001/2, ITIL, ISACA/COBIT)
- Proven 24/7 Network Operating Centre (NOC) capabilities
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mr Patrick Makgata
Email: pmakgata@sedfa.org.za
Phone: 012-441-1218
How to apply: Submit one original hard copy and one electronic PDF copy on a flash drive in a sealed envelope to the Tender Box at SEDFA Head Office, The Fields, Office Block A, 1066 Burnett Street, Hatfield, Pretoria, by 31 July 2026 at 12h00.
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