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Quotation for IT resources for AWS migration.

Lethabo Ntlekoana

In plain English

South African Airways is seeking a Lead Airline Digital Solutions Architect, an AWS Cloud-Native Java / EKS Engineer, and a Senior Mobile and Digital Applications Developer. Eligible bidders must have relevant qualifications and experience as specified in the tender document.

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Closing date
22 October 2026
Location
32 Jones Road, Airways Park, Johannesburg (Head Office)-Kempton Park-Isando-1627
Estimated value
R 8 500 000
Published
14 October 2026
Tender no.
RFQ-GSM080-2026

Description

South African Airways (SAA) is seeking a service provider to supply IT resources for digital transformation and infrastructure support. The project involves migrating on-premises systems to an AWS cloud environment while maintaining existing operations. Key deliverables include the provision of a Lead Airline Digital Solutions Architect, an AWS Cloud-Native Java/EKS Engineer, and a Senior Mobile and Digital Applications Developer. The work requires expertise in aviation, financial, or telecommunications sectors, specifically with Amadeus eRetail or RefX services. Resources must be available onsite for at least 50% of the project duration. The contract includes strict performance KPIs, service level agreements, and a requirement for resource replacement within 10 business days. The tender, referenced as RFQ GSM080/2026, was issued by SAA Global Supply Management and closes on 22 October 2026 at 16:00.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
  • 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.

Full requirements

  • Valid Tax Clearance Certificate or SARS pin
  • B-BBEE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit
  • Proof of CSD registration
  • Certified company registration and shareholder documents
  • National Diploma in IT or higher
  • Minimum 7 years of relevant industry experience
  • Minimum 3 years experience in AWS cloud migration
  • Three project-specific reference letters per candidate
  • Two reference letters for Amadeus eRetail/RefX services
  • Successful criminal, credit, and employment background checks
  • Mandatory technical assessment for all proposed candidates

Contact & how to apply

Name: Lethabo Ntlekoana

Email: LethaboNtlekoana@flysaa.com

Phone: 011-978-2149

How to apply: Submit applications via email to Tenders@flysaa.com. Ensure the total file size does not exceed 2MB per email. If files are larger, send them in multiple parts or provide a secure, accessible download link.

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