Integrated Telecommunications Solution for eMkhondo Municipality
Ralton Lewis
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, installation, and maintenance of an integrated telecommunications solution for internet service provision, network, and hosted VOIP for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and comply with tax obligations.
Always check the official documentDescription
eMkhondo Local Municipality invites bids for an integrated telecommunications solution over 36 months. The project includes providing fiber internet for main and satellite offices, installing a hosted VoIP system with over 100 handsets, and upgrading network infrastructure like switches and UPS units. The successful bidder will also implement a call centre solution and provide ongoing maintenance and staff training. Work will take place at various municipal offices in eMkhondo. Bidders must achieve a minimum functionality score of 70% to qualify for further 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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Proof of municipal rates or valid lease agreement
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Active ISPA membership
- Valid ICASA Class ECS and ECNS licenses
- OEM authorization letters for proposed technology
Contact & how to apply
Name: Ralton Lewis
Email: rlewis@mkhondo.gov.za
Phone: 017-004-0197
How to apply: Submit bids in a sealed envelope marked with the tender number and title to the Bid Box at No. 33 Corner Market and De Wet Street, eMkhondo, 2380. Bidders must also sign the official bid submission register at the municipal offices.
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