Data Center and Cloud Hosting Tenders
Guide to government cloud and data center tenders. Covers data sovereignty, SITA cloud policy, and hosting requirements.
The Move to Cloud
Government is slowly migrating from on-premise server rooms to the cloud. Tenders now frequently ask for 'Cloud Services'—usually Azure, AWS, or Huawei Cloud. However, they also need managed services to maintain these environments.
Data Sovereignty
A critical requirement is Data Sovereignty. Government data (especially citizen data) generally must remain within the borders of South Africa. You cannot purpose a hosting solution where the servers are in Europe. You must utilize local availability zones (e.g., Azure North/West).
Security Standards
Tenders will demand compliance with ISO 27001 (Information Security). For critical infrastructure, they may also require vetting by the SSA (State Security Agency).
Conclusion
The cloud opportunity is massive, but it favors providers who can offer a 'Hybrid' approach—integrating legacy on-premise systems with modern cloud infrastructure.
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Data Center and Cloud Hosting Tenders
Guide to government cloud and data center tenders. Covers data sovereignty, SITA cloud policy, and hosting requirements.