Advanced Electronic Signature Solution for SAMSA.
Ivor Mothoane
In plain English
The South African Maritime Safety Authority is procuring an Advanced Electronic Signature solution for 200 users. Suitable and experienced service providers are invited to bid.
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The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) is seeking a service provider to supply, implement, and support an Advanced Electronic Signature (AES) solution. This project will take place in South Africa and covers 200 users over a three-year period. The scope includes system integration, data encryption, and full compliance with POPIA and the Electronic Communications and Transactions Act. Key deliverables involve the configuration of the software, user training, and ongoing technical maintenance for 120 hours per year. The provider must ensure all data is hosted locally and provide a clear exit strategy for data retrieval at the end of the contract. Bidders must demonstrate proven experience in similar implementations and meet a minimum technical score of 75/100 to qualify for the final price evaluation.
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 SAAA accreditation certificate for AES product
- Resellers must provide letter of authorization from accredited provider
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Proof of registration on Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ivor Mothoane
Email: imothoane@samsa.org.za
Phone: 012-366-2600
How to apply: Proposals must be delivered in sealed envelopes to the SAMSA Pretoria Office at 146 Lunnon Road, Hillcrest, 0183. Bidders must deposit the documents in the reception box and sign the Tender Register. Email and fax submissions are not accepted.
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