Supply and Installation of Data Storage and Networking Equipment
SARAO Tender Enquiries
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, installation, and configuration of data storage servers, monitor servers, and high-speed networking equipment at the Centre for High Performance Computing. Bidders must be either the Original Equipment Manufacturer or an authorised reseller and be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) invites bids for the supply, installation, and configuration of data storage servers, monitor servers, and high-speed networking equipment at the Centre for High Performance Computing (CHPC) in Rosebank, Cape Town. The project requires the delivery of 42 storage servers, 5 control servers, and various networking switches and cabling. All equipment must be compatible with existing infrastructure and configured with Ubuntu 24.04 LTS. The work includes physical racking and setup. Bidders must be the Original Equipment Manufacturer or an authorized reseller. The project must be completed within 6 months of the purchase order, with a 30-day delivery lead time. The tender uses a two-envelope system for technical and price evaluation. The closing date for submissions is 15 October 2026 at 12:00 PM.
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
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Proof of OEM or authorized reseller status
- Minimum of three contactable references
- Must provide 5-year 9x5 next-business-day on-site support and warranty
- Must hold general public liability insurance
- Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and COID Act
Contact & how to apply
Name: SARAO Tender Enquiries
Email: tender-enquiries@sarao.ac.za
Phone: 021-506-7300
How to apply: Applications must be submitted via the National Treasury e-submission portal at https://admin.etenders.gov.za/ using your Central Supplier Database (CSD) login credentials. Ensure all documents are uploaded in two separate electronic folders (Technical and Price) before the closing date.
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