Upgrade of Unified Communication System
Eastern Cape Department of Public Works
In plain English
The Eastern Cape Department of Public Works & Infrastructure is seeking a service provider for the upgrade of a unified communication system for 12 months. Only SITA Accredited Service Providers on SITA Contract RFB1183 from the Eastern Cape Province are eligible to bid.
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The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure invites bids for the upgrade and maintenance of its Unified Communication System. The project involves restoring voice services, installing a new point-to-point wireless link between the Bhisho Vision and Qhasana buildings, and providing a Telephone Management System for 1,850 users. The work includes supplying nine receptionist telephones and providing technical support for 12 months. Implementation must be completed within three months of the project handover. The work will take place in the Eastern Cape. Bidders must demonstrate experience with large-scale Cisco-based systems and maintain a local office presence.
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.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Must hold SITA Accreditation (Contract RFB1183)
- Must have valid Tax Compliance status
- Must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Must hold valid ICASA and ECNS licenses
- Must hold valid Cisco Gold Partnership certification
- Must maintain a functional office in the Eastern Cape
- Must provide three contactable references for similar projects
Contact & how to apply
Name: Yanga Vutuza
Email: yanga.vutuza@ecdpw.gov.za
Phone: 040-602-4000
How to apply: Submit completed bid documents in a sealed envelope, clearly marked with the bid number and description, to the Department of Public Works & Infrastructure, Independence Avenue, Ground Floor, Qhasana Building, Bhisho. Bids must be placed in the designated bid box before the closing date and time.
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