Email Security and Cybersecurity Training Platform.
LUNGA MTHEMBU
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
22 September 2026 at 10:00 · Richards Bay Civic Centre, 2nd Floor C 222
In plain English
The City of uMhlathuze is procuring maintenance for HPE server infrastructure, internet links for Richards Bay and Empangeni, and a next-gen email security solution. Bidders must meet specific certification requirements and comply with local hosting regulations.
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The City of uMhlathuze has issued three ICT tenders. The first involves 12 months of maintenance for HPE server infrastructure. The second covers the supply, installation, and maintenance of internet links in Richards Bay and Empangeni for 36 months. The third requires the supply and installation of a next-generation email security, archiving, and cybersecurity training platform for 36 months. All projects require the successful bidder to implement a Corporate Social Investment program. Compulsory briefing sessions will be held at the Richards Bay Civic Centre in September 2026, with closing dates for submissions occurring in October 2026.
What you need to qualify
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must attend compulsory briefing session
- Must be an authorized HPE partner for server maintenance
- Must hold valid ICASA ECNS license for internet links
- Must possess OEM accreditation for security solutions
- Must provide proof of local South African hosting for security solutions
- Must hold ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 22301, and SOC 2 Type II certifications
Contact & how to apply
Name: LUNGA MTHEMBU
Email: MthembuL@umhlathuze.gov.za
Phone: 035-907-5166
How to apply: Purchase tender documents at the Customer Service Desk, Civic Centre, Richards Bay, for R649.00. Submit sealed bids in the designated bid box at the Stores and Procurement office in Alton, Richards Bay, by the specified closing dates.
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