Request for quotations for the development of a Multilingual LLM Platform for Local Government
Request for quotations for the development of a multilingual LLM platform for local government
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This is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the development of a multilingual LLM platform for local government. The platform should support at least three South African vernacular languages in addition to English. Key requirements include AI/ML model development, data integration, user access control, security, and interoperability. Bidders must demonstrate experience with cloud-based, multilingual AI platforms and vernacular languages, using a post-2019 tech stack and AWS. The delivery period for the platform is expected to be six to eight weeks. All standard bidding documents (SBD forms) must be completed and submitted with the quotation. A valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration number is required. Prices must be VAT inclusive. Quotations are valid for at least 30 days. The bid will be evaluated using either the 80/20 or 90/10 adjudication criteria based on price and BBBEE level of contribution.
The bid notice states that the appointed service provider is expected to construct/customise and deploy the platform within six to eight weeks, excluding project kickoff, scoping, and training. The RFQ closing date is 30 March 2026.
The bid notice states that for bids of above R2 000 to R50 million, SALGA evaluates these in terms of the 80/20 adjudication criteria where price is 80 and BBBEE level of contribution is 20. For bids of above R50 million, SALGA evaluates these in terms of the 90/10 adjudication criteria where price is 90 and BBBEE level of contribution is 10.
Bidders will be expected to demonstrate technical ability and capability to develop and maintain a custom model for at least three South African vernacular languages. They must also demonstrate ability to develop and maintain cloud-based, multilingual AI platforms using modern frameworks (post-2019 tech stack) and evidence of successful deployment of AI/ML solutions for vernacular languages. CVs/qualifications of team leaders, especially with expertise in vernacular language AI/ML development, are required.
Provision of indigent system for the period of three years
Provision of indigent system for the period of three years indigent system
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The bid is for the provision of an indigent system for a period of three years. Payments will be made within thirty days of submission of tax invoice.
The bid notice states payments will be made within thirty days of submission of tax invoice.
The bid notice states bidders who score 70 points and above, will beevaluated further on **** points system where 80 points will be for price and 20 points will befor specific goals.
The bid notice states qualifications of the key staff project leader.
Appointment of a Service Provider for a Lending, Business Development & Credit Guarantee Platform, with an Option for Future Equity Participation ( 5 Years contract with an option to extend for further 5 years)
appointment of a service provider for a lending, business development credit guarantee platform, with an option for future equity participation
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The bid is for a service provider for a lending, business development, and credit guarantee platform, with a 5-year contract and an option to extend. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for January 12, 2026. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope by January 21, 2026, at 12:00 noon. The evaluation will be based on an 80/20 points system (price/specific goals). The successful bidder must comply with South African laws and provide monthly statements. The bid requires initialling of documents, one original and one electronic copy, and submission to the specified address. The bidder must attend the compulsory briefing session. The bid will be evaluated in four stages: administrative compliance, mandatory requirements, functionality criteria, and presentation/demonstration criteria. The successful bidder will enter into a service level agreement. The successful bidder's staff must be South African citizens. The bid includes a fraud hotline and contact details for clarifications. The scope of work includes a lending platform, business development platform, credit guarantee platform, AI features, data analytics, user experience, support, and a proof of concept.
The bid submission date is January 21, 2026, at 12:00 noon. bid submission date 21 january 2026 @12: 00 noon
The applicable preference point system for this tender is the **** preference point system. he applicable preference point system for this tender is the **** preference point system.
Bidders who fail to register and attend the compulsory briefing session will be automatically disqualified. he bidder who fails to register and attend the compulsory briefing session will be automatically disqualified.
A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for January 12, 2026. bid compulsory briefing date: 12 january 2026 session time: 10: 00am follow link to register. virtualonline compulsory see link below: briefing session microsoft virtual events powered by teams meeting id: 383 103 693 670 23 passcode: wm7sy2s4
Mobile Device Compatibility/ Integration Requirements
Appointment of a service provider to provide the board meeting managementsolution for the period of 36 months
Appointment of a service provider to provide the board meeting management solution for the period of 36 months. 14 10inch tablets: compatible with windows, macos, ios, and android. board meeting management system licences: 14 meeting attendees, 5 meeting secretaries, 3 ict support team members. system configuration and installation on end user devices. training for the following groups: 14 meeting attendees, 5 meeting secretaries, 4 ict support team members. hardware warrantee plus maintenance and support for 36 months. software maintenance and support for 36 months.
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The Mine Health and Safety Council (MHSC) is seeking a service provider to supply and install a board meeting management solution for 36 months. The bid closing date is October 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Bid documents must be submitted electronically to ***@***. *. * evaluation process involves several phases: SCM compliance, mandatory technical evaluation, functional technical evaluation, and price and specific goals. Bidders must comply with tax obligations and be registered with the Central Supplier Database (CSD). The successful bidder will be required to sign a contract form (SBD7). The contract is subject to the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) available on the National Treasury website. Due diligence interviews, samples, presentations, and site visits may be conducted with shortlisted bidders.
The bid closing date is October 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM.
The bid notice states hardware warrantee plus maintenance and support for 36 months. software maintenance and support for 36 months.
The evaluation process will be conducted in various stages. The RFQ will be evaluated in 3 phases: SCM compliance requirements, mandatory technical evaluation, functional technical evaluation, and price and specific goals. Qualifying bids are ranked on price and specific goals points.
The bidder must be a certified partner reseller of the proposed meeting management solution. The service provider must provide at least 2 reference letters on valid company letterhead where the proposed meeting management solution was deployed. The bidder must indicate its compliance/non-compliance to the requirements and should substantiate its responses with supporting evidence. Bidders must achieve 70 in the functional technical evaluation phase for their bid to progress to the next phase.
Mobile/ Integration/ Mobile Application Development
Supply and Implementation of a community Safety and Security Solution for the City of Cape Town to engage with Neighbourhood Watches, Trusted Partners and similar Organisations.
Supply and implementation of a community safety and security solution for the city of Cape Town 100 mobile users variable additional hosting and storage monthly 3 1 capacity based on reports analyse, configure and integrate with existing external community safety and security management solutions each once 4 1 instance with the cct central solution 1 off that would constitute additional instances optional provide zerorated or reversebilled connectivity for an instance of the 5 monthly 1 solution optional valueadd not for evaluation purposes provide zerorated or reversebilled connectivity for an instance of the 6 monthly 1 mobile application optional value add not for evaluation purposes provide any innovative solutions that are not described in the original specifications, but could add value to the city provision of a management monthly 1 solution and mobile application to partners. optional valueadd not for evaluation purposes
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The tender seeks a community safety and security solution for Cape Town, including a central management solution and individual neighbourhood watch instances. The solution must integrate with existing systems (e. g. , Epic, C3). Pricing must include all duties, taxes (except VAT), and expenses. The successful tenderer must provide fixed rates for the contract duration. Additional mobile user licenses will be paid for monthly based on usage reports. Data storage costs above inclusive limits will be billed separately. The tenderer must provide a detailed implementation and training plan. Data ownership remains with the City of Cape Town. Compliance with various South African laws and regulations (e. g. , POPIA, ECTA) is required. The tenderer must provide proof of insurance and good standing. The contract includes specific conditions regarding commencement date, definitions of terms (e. g. , goods and/or services), and performance monitoring. The tenderer must comply with the City's supply chain management policy. The tenderer must provide a monthly project labor report for South African citizens earning less than **** per day.
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