Supply and Licensing of Backup and Replication Solution.
Zakira Bhikhoo
This tender closed on 8 September 2026
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In plain English
SAFCOL SOC LTD is procuring an on-premises backup and replication solution for virtual workloads. Bidders must be authorized VEEAM resellers and registered on the CSD with a valid B-BBEE certificate.
Always check the official documentDescription
This tender is for the supply, delivery, and licensing of an on-premises backup and replication solution. The project is issued by SAFCOL and will be delivered at the Absa Square Building in Mbombela. Key deliverables include Veeam backup and replication licenses for 30 virtual machines, support for an 8-node Hyper-V cluster, and 230 TB of storage capacity. The scope also covers professional services such as installation, system optimization, configuration of retention policies, and operational knowledge transfer. The solution must provide automated backups, encryption, and instant recovery capabilities. Ongoing 24/7 technical support and access to all software updates are required. The project must be completed according to the specified technical architecture requirements by the closing date of 08 September 2026.
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 Veeam authorized reseller or partner certificate
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Proof of CSD registration
- Proof of good standing on National Treasury restricted suppliers database
Contact & how to apply
Name: Zakira Bhikhoo
Email: zakira@safcol.co.za
Phone: 060-960-6573
How to apply: Quotations must be emailed to RFQCentralNSP@safcol.co.za. The email subject line must include the RFQ number (RFQ 890/ICT/13/2026) and the tender description.
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