Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
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Tender Type
Request for Proposal
Delivery Location
SYDNEY & BLAKE ROAD - DALBRIDGE - DURBAN - 4001
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
19 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-156481
Thekwini tvet college seeks proposals for the implementation and maintenance of a backup wide area network (WAN) across its six campuses over a five-year period. This tender is open to suppliers with proven expertise in sdwan services, iso certifications, and presence at teraco datacenters.
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SYDNEY & BLAKE ROAD - DALBRIDGE - DURBAN - 4001
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Having these can improve your winning chances: IITPSA Membership, ISO 27001 (Information Security Management), ISO 20000 (IT Service Management), CISSP
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19 May
2026
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09 Jun
2026
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Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
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Advert for Backup WAN Tender 2026.pdf
Thekwini TVET College invites tenders for a 5-year backup wide area network (WAN) solution across its 6 campuses. The tender involves a comprehensive network implementation and maintenance project with strict prequalification criteria and a detailed evaluation process.
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Important Dates
Source: Advert for Backup WAN Tender 2026.pdfCompulsory site briefing: 26 May 2026 at 11h00 at Thekwini TVET College, Melbourne Campus, Cnr. Sydney & Blake Rd, Dalbridge, Sydney Rd, KwaKhangela, Durban, 4001. Tender closing date: 9 June 2026 at 12h00.
Contact Information
Source: Advert for Backup WAN Tender 2026.pdfTechnical queries: Mr. Eward Cele, Tel: 031 250 8270, Email: [email protected]. Tender enquiries: Zasembo Ndlovu, Tel: 031 250 8401, Email: [email protected]. Submission address: Thekwini TVET College, Central Office, 262 D’Aintree Avenue, Asherville, 4015. Document requests: [email protected].
Submission Guidelines
Source: Advert for Backup WAN Tender 2026.pdfSubmit hardcopy tenders by 12h00 on 9 June 2026 to Thekwini TVET College, Central Office, 262 D’Aintree Avenue, Asherville, 4015. No electronic, emailed, faxed, or late submissions accepted. Tender documents cost R500.00 (non-refundable). Obtain documents after proof of payment at Central Office (2nd floor, Supply Chain and Finance Unit 2-4) or via email ([email protected]). Pay into: FNB, Account Name: Thekwini College, Account Number: 62031262372, Branch: Overport City (Code 222826). Reference must be the tenderer’s registered name.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: Advert for Backup WAN Tender 2026.pdfEvaluation uses the 80/20 Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) principles. Scoring: Organisational Capacity/Experience in SDWAN (35 points), Project Methodology Implementation Plan (20 points), Locality (15 points), Key Personnel (30 points). Minimum 75% score required to qualify for further evaluation. Prequalification: Valid SARS Tax Clearance Certificate, BBBEE Certificate, business registration, director IDs, company profile, municipal statement/lease, methodology plan, ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and presence at all Teraco Datacenters.
Technical Specifications
Source: Advert for Backup WAN Tender 2026.pdfScope: Provide a Backup Wide Area Network (WAN) solution for all 6 Thekwini TVET College campuses for 5 years. Requirements: Must demonstrate presence at all Teraco Datacenters. Must hold ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) and ISO 27001 (Information Security Management System) certifications. Deliverables include implementation, maintenance, and support of SDWAN services.
Financial Requirements
Source: Advert for Backup WAN Tender 2026.pdfNon-refundable tender document fee: R500.00. Payment must reflect the tenderer’s registered name as reference. Bank details: FNB, Account Name: Thekwini College, Account Number: 62031262372, Branch: Overport City (Code 222826). No other financial terms (e.g., bonds, guarantees, payment schedules) specified.
Compliance Requirements
Source: Advert for Backup WAN Tender 2026.pdfPrequalification criteria: Valid SARS Tax Clearance Certificate with PIN; Original or certified B-BBEE Certificate (consolidated for joint ventures/consortiums/trusts); Business entity registration certificate (e.g., CK Document); Certified ID copies of Company Directors; Company Profile with contactable references; Municipal Statement (≤3 months old) or Lease Agreement if renting. Mandatory certifications: ISO 9001 and ISO 27001. Must have presence at all Teraco Datacenters.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
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Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
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Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
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Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
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Website
www.thekwini.edu.za/
Address
262 Daintree Ave, Asherville, Berea, 4091, South Africa
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High source confidence
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05 Jun 2026
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Contact
031-250-8270[email protected]www.thekwini.edu.za262 Daintree Ave, Asherville, Berea, 4091, South Africa
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