Supply and Maintenance of Cisco Equipment for The Presidency
Donald Selahle
In plain English
The bid is for the supply, installation, configuration, and maintenance of CISCO equipment for data and voice systems for 36 months. Only registered suppliers on the National Treasury’s Central Supplier Database can bid.
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The State Information Technology Agency (SITA) invites bids for the supply, installation, and configuration of Cisco network equipment for The Presidency. The project includes a three-year maintenance and support contract, covering both data and voice systems. Key deliverables include the renewal of OEM warranties, Cisco CUCM licenses, quarterly health checks, and ad-hoc support hours. The service provider must also facilitate skills transfer to a technical team. Work will be performed at various government locations, including the Union Buildings in Pretoria, Parliament in Cape Town, and other regional offices. A compulsory virtual briefing session is scheduled for 14 August 2026. All proposals must be submitted by 01 September 2026. The contract requires strict adherence to security protocols, including potential security screenings for personnel and the maintenance of disaster recovery plans. This project aims to ensure the stability and security of The Presidency's network infrastructure over the next 36 months.
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.
- 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
- Registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN
- Valid OEM/OSM accreditation or back-to-back agreements for network equipment
- Proof of registration and good standing with the Compensation Fund (COIDA)
- Valid B-BBEE status level certificate or sworn affidavit
- Submission of SITA Product Certificates for all offered products
Contact & how to apply
Name: Donald Selahle
Email: Donald.Selahle@sita.co.za
Phone: 012-367-3548
How to apply: Bids must be submitted electronically via the SITA-Supplier Oracle ERP portal at www.suppliers.sita.co.za. No manual, email, or faxed submissions will be accepted. Ensure all documents are signed by an authorized representative.
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