Internet Solutions for CHIETA Smart Skills Centres.
Procurement
In plain English
CHIETA is procuring a high-quality internet solution for three Smart Skills Centres for two years. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and provide specific ICT services.
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The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority (CHIETA) is seeking an ICT service provider to supply and manage internet solutions for three Smart Skills Centres located in the Free State, Northern Cape, and Gauteng. The project requires a 100Mbps fibre or microwave connection, managed security firewalls, and specific network hardware including switches, access points, and cabinets for each site. The contract duration is two years, starting in March 2027, with all hardware becoming CHIETA property upon completion. The service provider must ensure all systems are fully commissioned by 5 March 2027. The tender is issued by CHIETA and requires a premium service level agreement for the duration of the contract.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
Full requirements
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Company must provide 100% ICT service offerings
- Minimum 4 years experience in ICT internet services
- Minimum 4 contactable references for similar internet projects
- Project Lead: 10+ years experience with Prince 2 or PMP certification
- Three deployment managers with CCNP or higher qualification
- Support team must hold CCNA or higher certification
Contact & how to apply
Name: Procurement
Email: Procurement@chieta.org.za
Phone: 011-628-7000
How to apply: Submit four copies (one original and three duplicates) in sealed envelopes to the CHIETA tender box located at No. 23 Magwa Crescent, Office B, 3rd Floor, Allendale Building, Waterfall City, 2090. Submissions are accepted Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:00.
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