Provision of Azure-Based Private Cloud for 24 Months.
karabo Phalo
In plain English
Provision of Azure Based Private Cloud for a period of 24 months. Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury’s Central Suppliers Database.
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The merSETA is inviting bids for the provision of an Azure-based Private Cloud environment for a duration of 24 months. The project aims to support AI and document processing workloads in the Azure South Africa North region. Key deliverables include the configuration of Linux-based virtual machines, storage solutions, and network security features such as Azure Bastion. The infrastructure must support container runtimes like Docker to host specific services. Bidders are required to provide current Azure calculator outputs and disclose financial assumptions regarding pricing models. The project is managed under RFQ-ICT-26-27-059, with a closing date of 18 June 2026. All pricing must be firm, inclusive of VAT, and valid for at least 60 days.
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.
- 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 National Treasury Central Suppliers Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance status
- Relevant industry certifications as per technical specifications
Contact & how to apply
Name: karabo Phalo
Email: kphalo@merseta.org.za
Phone: 069-008-3800
How to apply: Submit your offer via email to quotations@merseta.org.za. You must use the RFQ number (RFQ-ICT-26-27-059) as the email subject line. All submissions must be received by 16:00 on 18 June 2026.
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