Service Provider for NLRD Redevelopment and Modernisation
Ms Martha Pendu
In plain English
SAQA is seeking a service provider to redevelop and modernise the National Learners’ Records Database. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide B-BBEE certificates.
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The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) invites bids for the redevelopment and modernization of the National Learners’ Records Database (NLRD). The project involves assessing, redesigning, migrating, and deploying the application over a 12-month period. Key deliverables include documenting business processes, rebuilding the application using PHP, migrating data to MSSQL on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and providing training and support. The service provider must ensure all source code remains SAQA’s intellectual property. The work will be conducted in six phases, covering discovery, design, development, data migration, testing, and go-live support. Bidders must provide comprehensive pricing for each phase.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
- Provide two references for successful PHP application development.
- Lead Developer must have at least four years of relevant experience.
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit required.
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ms Martha Pendu
Email: rfq@saqa.org.za
Phone: 012-431-5000
How to apply: Proposals must be submitted via email to rfq@saqa.org.za. Submissions must be in PDF format, include an index page, and be paginated using numbered dividers for easy reference.
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