Supply and implementation of fortinet security solutions for nrwdi’s hybrid ad network

• Closing date and time: 26 June 2026 at 11:00.
• Quotation validity period: 60 working days from the closing date.

• Clarifications: Moses Shandukani ([email protected]) or Manqoba Simelane (072 693 0381).
• Submission email: [email protected].
• Delivery address: 3rd Floor, Building X, NECSA Offices, Elias Motswaledi Street Ext, R104 Phelindaba, 0240.

• Submit quotation via email to [email protected] before 26 June 2026 at 11:00. Only this email address is accepted for submissions.
• Clarification requests must be sent to Moses Shandukani ([email protected]) or Manqoba Simelane (072 693 0381). Do not use these contacts for submission.
• Mailbox limit is 10MB per email. You may send multiple emails, but all must be received before the deadline.
• Include completed SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form) with your quotation.
• Provide a firm delivery date in your submission.
• Ensure quotation fully complies with the price table and scope of work to avoid disqualification.

• Submit all required documents via email to [email protected] before the deadline.
• Mailbox capacity is 10MB per email; multiple emails are permitted if needed.
• Include completed SBD 4 and SBD 6.1 forms with your quotation.
• Foreign bidders without a local registered entity are exempt from CSD registration.

• Mandatory Requirements (Disqualification if not met):

• Quote fully and according to the specified pricing structure and scope of work.

• Submit before 26 June 2026 at 11:00.

• Submit via [email protected] only.

• Provide a valid Fortinet Partner certification.

• Submit a minimum of two reference letters for Fortinet licensing, support, or maintenance projects.

• Prove ability to pay Fortinet upfront or provide credible assurance (e.g., contract/accounts arrangement) that Fortinet will be paid and service to NRWDI will not be interrupted.

• Submit certified ID copies of owners/directors as per CIPC, CSD, or B-BBEE documents.

• Tax compliance: No outstanding tax issues.

• Not listed on the Register of Restricted Suppliers or Tender Defaulters Register.

• Complete SBD 4 and SBD 6.1 forms.

• Scoring (80/20 Preference Point System):

• Price: 80 points (lowest acceptable tender scores highest).

• Specific Goals: 20 points, allocated as follows:

• Black ownership: 12 points (91%-100%), 10 points (75%-90%), 8 points (51%-74%), 4 points (50% or lower), 0 points (no ownership).

• Women ownership: 8 points (91%-100%), 6 points (75%-90%), 4 points (51%-74%), 2 points (50% or lower), 0 points (no ownership).

• Submit supporting documents (e.g., Shareholder Certificate, CIPC registration, B-BBEE certificate/affidavit, CSD report) to claim points.

• Scope: Provision of Fortinet licensing, management platforms, VPN solution, implementation services, and annual support & maintenance for a secure Hybrid Active Directory (AD) Network.
• Environment: Covers three sites:
• Midrand (Head Office): Administration Services.
• Vaalputs (Operational Site): Disposal Facility Operations.
• Microsoft Azure Cloud: Disaster Recovery (DR), Identity, and Cloud File Backup.
• Critical Components Required:
• FortiGate Firewall security licensing (e.g., FortiGuard UTP bundle for FortiGate 101F, 1-year subscription).
• FortiManager VM Subscription License with Support (1-year).
• FortiAnalyzer VM Subscription License with Support (1-year, 5GB/day logging).
• FortiClient VPN (100 perpetual licenses with Entra ID SAML SSO integration).
• Project implementation: Design validation, configuration, deployment, and knowledge transfer.
• Support & Maintenance: 1-year firewall support and services.
• Purpose: Secure identity management, disaster recovery readiness, enterprise backup capability, and secure connectivity between geographically separated sites.

Indicate if your company is ISO 9001:2015 certified for Quality Management System. Certification is advantageous but not mandatory.

• Quote prices for each item as per the provided table, including:
• FortiGate Firewall FortiGuard UTP licensing (1-year subscription).
• FortiGate Internet Security services & Gateway Licensing (1-year subscription).
• FortiManager VM Subscription License with Support (1-year).
• FortiAnalyzer VM Subscription License with Support (1-year, 5GB/day logging).
• FortiClient VPN (100 perpetual licenses with Entra ID SAML SSO integration).
• Project implementation services (design validation, configuration, deployment, knowledge transfer).
• Support & Maintenance (1-year firewall support and services).
• Prices must be firm, exclude VAT, and include VAT as a separate line item.

• Pricing Structure:
• Prices must be firm and quoted excluding VAT. VAT must be included as a separate line item.
• Provide unit prices and total amounts (excluding VAT) for each item in the specified table.
• Items to Quote:
• FortiGate Firewall FortiGuard UTP licensing (1-year subscription).
• FortiGate Internet Security services & Gateway Licensing (1-year subscription).
• FortiManager VM Subscription License with Support (1-year).
• FortiAnalyzer VM Subscription License with Support (1-year, 5GB/day logging).
• FortiClient VPN (100 perpetual licenses with Entra ID SAML SSO integration).
• Project implementation services (design validation, configuration, deployment, knowledge transfer).
• Support & Maintenance (1-year firewall support and services).
• Payment Terms: Bidder must pay Fortinet upfront and provide proof to NRWDI before payment, or provide credible assurance (e.g., contract/accounts arrangement) that Fortinet will be paid and service will not be interrupted.

• Registration & Certification:
• Register on the Central Supplier Database (CSD). Foreign bidders without a local entity are exempt.
• Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
• Submit proof of tax compliance.
• Ensure business is not listed on the Register of Restricted Suppliers or Tender Defaulters Register.
• Documentation:
• Complete SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form).
• Submit certified ID copies of owners/directors as per CIPC, CSD, or B-BBEE documents.
• Provide a valid Fortinet Partner certification.
• Submit a minimum of two reference letters for Fortinet-related projects.
• Optional: Indicate if your company is ISO 9001:2015 certified for Quality Management System.

• Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
• Preference points are allocated for:
• Black ownership: Up to 12 points (91%-100% ownership scores highest).
• Women ownership: Up to 8 points (91%-100% ownership scores highest).
• Provide supporting documents such as Shareholder Certificate, CIPC registration, certified ID copies of directors, and CSD report to substantiate claims.

• Provide business name, contact details, CSD number, and email address.
• Quotation validity period: 60 working days from the closing date.
• Indicate if delivery is included in your quotation.
• Complete and submit SBD 4 (Bidder’s Disclosure) and SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim Form).
• Submit certified ID copies of owners/directors as per official registration documents (CIPC, CSD, or B-BBEE Certificate/Affidavit).
• Ensure tax compliance and confirm your business is not listed on the Register of Restricted Suppliers or Tender Defaulters Register.