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Summary
The pseta seeks to appoint a service provider to develop and assess its enterprise architecture (ea) capability to support digital transformation and service delivery, aligned with the government-wide enterprise architecture (gwea) framework, togaf, and other national directives. The project involves creating a comprehensive ea, including business, information, application, and technology architectures, with gap analyses and an implementation roadmap.
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What the buyer was looking for
1Inferred operational need
Submit bids by 11:00 on 07 August 2026 to Ms Ursula Mathonsi, PSETA, Pretoria (3 copies: 1 original + 2 copies). No electronic bids accepted.
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Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
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Purpose: Establish an integrated digital ecosystem to strengthen, integrate, coordinate, and improve efficiencies in the governance and management of the post-school education and training (PSETA) system. Objective: Assess EA maturity, evaluate business, information, application, and technology architectures, assess governance, identify gaps, recommend improvements, and develop an implementation roadmap. Scope: Development of ICT Architecture for PSETA, including Business Architecture, Information Systems Architecture (Data and Application), and Technology Architecture. Deliverables must comply with GWEA Framework and TOGAF standards. Contract period: 3 months from the date of the last signature.
Important Dates
Source: EA - MANDATORY DOCUMENTS.zip (unknown)
Closing date: 07 August 2026 at 11:00. Bid validity period: 90 days from closing date.
Submit bids by 11:00 on 07 August 2026 to: Ms Ursula Mathonsi, Manager: Supply Chain Management, The PSETA, Ground Floor, Woodpecker Building, Hillcrest Office Park, Lynwood, Pretoria. No electronic bids accepted. Submit 3 copies: 1 original and 2 copies. All Standard Bidding Documents (SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1) must be completed and signed. Include General Conditions of Contract (each page signed/initialled). Bid validity period: 90 days from closing date. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: EA - MANDATORY DOCUMENTS.zip (unknown)
Evaluation occurs in two stages: Stage 1 checks compliance with minimum requirements; non-compliant bidders are eliminated. Stage 2 evaluates functionality (100 points total, minimum 70 points required to pass). Functionality criteria and weights: Methodology and approach (20 points), Alignment with GWEA and TOGAF (20 points), Relevant public-sector EA experience (10 points), Qualifications and experience of key personnel (30 points), Project plan, QA, knowledge transfer, and risk management (20 points). Price and specific goals (80/20 system): Price (80 points), Specific goals (20 points) for Black-owned (8), Women-owned (4), Youth-owned (5), Disability-owned (3) companies with 51%-100% ownership.
Technical Specifications
Source: EA - MANDATORY DOCUMENTS.zip (unknown)
Scope: Develop Enterprise Architecture (EA) for PSETA to support digital transformation, aligned with GWEA Framework, CGICTPF, PFMA, and DPSA directives. Activities: Prepare and initiate architecture work, create architecture vision, develop Business Architecture (Baseline and Target with gap analysis), develop Information Systems Architecture (Data and Application with gap analysis), develop Technology Architecture (mapping to software/hardware components with gap analysis). Deliverables: Architecture scope, statement of work, principles, vision, framework, gap analysis, EA governance model, and associated frameworks. Standards: Must comply with GWEA Framework and TOGAF. Location: PSETA Head Office, Hillcrest, Pretoria. Contract period: 3 months from last signature date.
Financial Requirements
Source: EA - MANDATORY DOCUMENTS.zip (unknown)
Provide a detailed cost breakdown (VAT inclusive). Payment terms: Invoices must be accompanied by a copy of the delivery note. Payments will be made within 30 days of invoice submission. Currency: South African Rand (ZAR).
Compliance Requirements
Source: EA - MANDATORY DOCUMENTS.zip (unknown)
Mandatory documents: Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or proof of exemption from SARS, Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration number, certified copy of B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs), CIPC registration document, completed and signed SBD 1, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1 forms, General Conditions of Contract (each page signed/initialled). Bidders must not be listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. No state employees, directors, or members with controlling interests in the bidder’s enterprise may be involved. Bidders must disclose any relationships with PSETA officials or other competing bidders. Collusive bidding or restrictive practices are prohibited.
Section
Source: EA - MANDATORY DOCUMENTS.zip
Stage 1: Compliance with minimum requirements. Non-compliant bidders are eliminated. Stage 2: Functionality evaluation (100 points, minimum 70 required to pass). Criteria and weights: Methodology and approach (20 points): Assesses EA maturity, stakeholder engagement, current/target-state assessment, gap analysis, roadmap development. Alignment with GWEA and TOGAF (20 points): Evaluates governance, architecture domains, EA processes, and compliance with public-sector requirements. Relevant public-sector EA experience (10 points): Number of completed projects in the last 5 years (1-5 points). Qualifications and experience of key personnel (30 points): Lead Enterprise Architect must have TOGAF certification (or equivalent), minimum 7-10 years EA experience, and proven public-sector experience. Project plan, QA, knowledge transfer, and risk management (20 points): Evaluates project schedule, governance, QA processes, risk management, and skills transfer. Price and specific goals (80/20 system): Price (80 points), Specific goals (20 points) for Black-owned (8), Women-owned (4), Youth-owned (5), Disability-owned (3) companies with 51%-100% ownership.
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
2Mandatory requirement
Deliverables must comply with GWEA Framework and TOGAF, including architecture scope, vision, gap analyses, governance model, and roadmap.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
3Mandatory requirement
Bidders must not be state employees or listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
4Mandatory requirement
Provide a detailed cost breakdown (VAT inclusive). Payment terms: Invoices must be accompanied by a copy of the delivery note. Payments will be made within 30 days of invoice submission. Currency: South African Rand (ZAR).
Threshold: 30 days
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
5Inferred operational need
Provide detailed cost breakdown (VAT inclusive) and evidence of team certifications (e.g., TOGAF) and experience.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
6Inferred operational need
ALL SUBMISSION TO BE DELIVERED AT THE PSETA OFFICES ON OR BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE.
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: Eligibility criteria · eligibility
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
7Mandatory requirement
Submit bids by 11:00 on 07 August 2026 to: Ms Ursula Mathonsi, Manager: Supply Chain Management, The PSETA, Ground Floor, Woodpecker Building, Hillcrest Office Park, Lynwood, Pretoria. No electronic bids accepted. Submit 3 copies: 1 original and 2 copies. All Standard Bidding Documents (SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1) must be completed and signed. Include General Conditions of Contract (each page signed/initialled). Bid validity period: 90 days from closing date. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Threshold: 90 days
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
8Inferred operational need
Minimum 70/100 points in functionality evaluation (methodology, GWEA/TOGAF alignment, public-sector EA experience, team qualifications, project plan).
Threshold: Minimum 70/100 points in functionality evaluation (methodology
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
9Scored criterion
Stage 1: Compliance with minimum requirements. Non-compliant bidders are eliminated. Stage 2: Functionality evaluation (100 points, minimum 70 required to pass). Criteria and weights: Methodology and approach (20 points): Assesses EA maturity, stakeholder engagement, current/target-state assessment, gap analysis, roadmap development. Alignment with GWEA and TOGAF (20 points): Evaluates governance, architecture domains, EA processes, and compliance with public-sector requirements. Relevant public-sector EA experience (10 points): Number of completed projects in the last 5 years (1-5 points). Qualifications and experience of key personnel (30 points): Lead Enterprise Architect must have TOGAF certification (or equivalent), minimum 7-10 years EA experience, and proven public-sector experience. Project plan, QA, knowledge transfer, and risk management (20 points): Evaluates project schedule, governance, QA processes, risk management, and skills transfer. Price and specific goals (80/20 system): Price (80 points), Specific goals (20 points) for Black-owned (8), Women-owned (4), Youth-owned (5), Disability-owned (3) companies with 51%-100% ownership.
Threshold: minimum requirements
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
11Delivery obligation
Contract period: 3 months from last signature date. Work location: PSETA Head Office, Hillcrest, Pretoria.
Threshold: 3 months
Why it matters: The source says this applies after appointment and concerns contract delivery.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
12Delivery obligation
Purpose: Establish an integrated digital ecosystem to strengthen, integrate, coordinate, and improve efficiencies in the governance and management of the post-school education and training (PSETA) system. Objective: Assess EA maturity, evaluate business, information, application, and technology architectures, assess governance, identify gaps, recommend improvements, and develop an implementation roadmap. Scope: Development of ICT Architecture for PSETA, including Business Architecture, Information Systems Architecture (Data and Application), and Technology Architecture. Deliverables must comply with GWEA Framework and TOGAF standards. Contract period: 3 months from the date of the last signature.
Threshold: 3 months
Why it matters: The source says this applies after appointment and concerns contract delivery.
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
13Delivery obligation
Scope: Develop Enterprise Architecture (EA) for PSETA to support digital transformation, aligned with GWEA Framework, CGICTPF, PFMA, and DPSA directives. Activities: Prepare and initiate architecture work, create architecture vision, develop Business Architecture (Baseline and Target with gap analysis), develop Information Systems Architecture (Data and Application with gap analysis), develop Technology Architecture (mapping to software/hardware components with gap analysis). Deliverables: Architecture scope, statement of work, principles, vision, framework, gap analysis, EA governance model, and associated frameworks. Standards: Must comply with GWEA Framework and TOGAF. Location: PSETA Head Office, Hillcrest, Pretoria. Contract period: 3 months from last signature date.
Threshold: 3 months
Why it matters: The source says this applies after appointment and concerns contract delivery.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
14Mandatory requirement
Mandatory documents: Completed SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1, Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN, CSD registration, B-BBEE certificate/affidavit, CIPC registration, and signed General Conditions of Contract.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
The linked award records JANASH as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 867100 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
15Mandatory requirement
Mandatory documents: Valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or proof of exemption from SARS, Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration number, certified copy of B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs), CIPC registration document, completed and signed SBD 1, SBD 4, and SBD 6.1 forms, General Conditions of Contract (each page signed/initialled). Bidders must not be listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters or List of Restricted Suppliers. No state employees, directors, or members with controlling interests in the bidder’s enterprise may be involved. Bidders must disclose any relationships with PSETA officials or other competing bidders. Collusive bidding or restrictive practices are prohibited.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.