This tender is for the appointment of a service provider to upgrade and maintain the registry and prosperity archives data centre for O. R. Tambo District Municipality for a period of 36 months. A compulsory clarification meeting will be held on 15 April 2026 at 10:00 AM. Bids must be submitted by 12:00 PM on 12 May 2026. Key requirements include ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, providing a secure and compliant environment for records, and supporting efficient information retrieval. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD). The evaluation will be in three stages: mandatory requirements, minimum conditions of tender (requiring a minimum of 70 points), and price and specific goals (80/20 system). Specific goals include points for black-owned, women-owned, youth-owned enterprises, and enterprises located within the O. R. Tambo District. Returnable documents include proof of CSD registration, municipal rates and taxes statements, certified ID copies of directors, and a joint venture agreement if applicable. The contract includes a 36-month warranty for all equipment and maintenance services. The service provider must respond to logged calls within three hours and perform quarterly checks. Detailed training and manuals are required. Security background checks may be conducted.
The bid must be submitted not later than 12:00 PM on 12 May 2026.
The municipality will make payment for services rendered within 30 days after receipt of an invoice.
All ICT goods supplied must be on a 3-year warranty period, and the service provider must include a 36-month warranty for all equipment installed.
Tenders will be evaluated in three stages: mandatory requirements, minimum conditions of tender (requiring a minimum of 70 points), and price and specific goals using an 80/20 point system.
Bidders must be registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database (CSD) and must provide their CSD supplier number. They must also meet minimum conditions of tender, scoring at least 70 points.
If the supplier fails to deliver any or all of the goods or perform services within the specified periods, the purchaser shall deduct a penalty from the contract price, calculated on the delivered price of the delayed goods or unperformed services.
A compulsory clarification meeting will take place at 10:00 AM on 15 April 2026 at G17 Boardroom, O. R. Tambo District Municipality Offices, Myezo Park, Mthatha.
Persons aggrieved by decisions or actions taken by the municipality may, within 14 days of the decision or action, lodge a written objection or complaint or query or dispute.