Service Provider for ICT Infrastructure and Security.
Mandudu Legodi
In plain English
The Gauteng Partnership Fund is seeking a service provider to provide infrastructure, security, and network services for 36 months. Bidders must comply with tax obligations and submit a tax compliance status PIN or certificate.
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The Gauteng Partnership Fund (GPF) invites proposals for a 36-month contract to provide comprehensive ICT infrastructure, security, and network services. The work will be performed at the GPF offices located at 82 Grayston Drive, Sandton, supporting approximately 60 users. Key deliverables include server and cloud management, cybersecurity monitoring, end-user support, and IT project management. The service provider must ensure 99.5% availability for critical systems and provide a centralized service desk with strict response times. The contract requires adherence to ITIL standards and includes a transition phase at the end of the term. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 16 September 2026, and the final submission deadline is 07 October 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.
Full requirements
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN and CSD registration
- Active Microsoft CSP status
- Valid partnership certifications for Fortinet, Dell, Sentinel One, and Mimecast
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Attendance at the compulsory briefing session
- Joint Venture agreement detailing roles and revenue split
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mandudu Legodi
Email: tenders@gpf.org.za
Phone: 000-000-0000
How to apply: Submit two hard copies and one electronic copy (USB in PDF format) to the bid box at the First Floor, 82 Grayston Drive, Sandton, 2196. The financial proposal must be sealed in a separate envelope. All submissions must be clearly marked with the bid number and closing date.
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