WAN & apn services for nkangala district municipality (36-month contract)

• The tenderer must submit a signed Form of Offer and Acceptance.
• The offer must be returned to the employer before the end of the validity period stated in the Tender Data.
• The tenderer must provide a completed Schedule of Deviations if any deviations exist.
• The tenderer must sign the offer and include witness signatures.
• Returnable documents include the signed Form of Offer and Acceptance and the Schedule of Deviations.
• Failure to provide required bonds, guarantees, or proof of insurance within two weeks after agreement may constitute repudiation.

• The tenderer must complete and sign the Form of Offer and Acceptance, including:

• Signature(s), name(s), and capacity of the tenderer's representative.
• Name and address of the tenderer's organisation.
• Witness signature and date.

• The employer's section must also be completed upon acceptance.

The document does not specify detailed eligibility criteria - these would be contained in the Tender Data and Scope of Work (Parts 2 and 3 of the contract). Typically for such municipal ICT tenders, requirements would include: valid tax clearance, BBBEE certification, relevant telecommunications licenses, proven track record in WAN/APN services, financial capacity, and compliance with municipal supply chain regulations.

• The tender is for the acquisition of Wide Area Network (WAN) and Remote Connection (Access Point Name) services.
• The services are required for Nkangala District Municipality.
• The contract duration is 36 months.

• The contract documents include Part 2 Pricing Data which contains the pricing schedule.
• The tenderer must fill in the total prices exclusive and inclusive of VAT in both words and figures on the Form of Offer.

• The tenderer must provide a total price exclusive of VAT in words and figures.
• The tenderer must provide a total price inclusive of VAT in words and figures.
• Pricing data is contained in Part 2 Pricing Data of the contract documents.
• Payment terms will be in accordance with the Conditions of Contract identified in the Contract Data.

• The tenderer must comply with all terms and conditions of the contract.
• The tenderer must provide any bonds, guarantees, and proof of insurance as required by the Conditions of Contract.
• All deviations must be recorded in the Schedule of Deviations and signed by both parties to be valid.

• The tenderer must contact the employer's agent within two weeks after receiving the signed agreement to arrange delivery of bonds, guarantees, proof of insurance, and other required documentation.
• The agreement becomes effective when the tenderer receives a fully completed original copy, including the Schedule of Deviations.
• The tenderer (now contractor) has five days from receipt to notify the employer in writing if they cannot accept the agreement contents; otherwise, it becomes binding.
• Deviations from the tender documents are limited to those permitted in the Conditions of Tender.
• A tenderer's covering letter will not be included in the final contract; any agreed deviations from it must be recorded in the Schedule of Deviations.
• Any other confirmations, clarifications, or changes agreed upon during the offer and acceptance process must be recorded in the Schedule of Deviations.
• The Schedule of Deviations is the only valid record of deviations and amendments; no other communications have effect.

Document states bids are invited from 'registered financial institutions', though this appears to be a potential error given the technical nature. Typically, bidders must be registered service providers with relevant telecom/network service credentials, compliant with municipal procurement policies. Specific registration requirements not detailed in provided excerpt.

The bid is for a 36-month contract to supply Wide Area Network (WAN) and Remote Connection (APN) services to Nkangala District Municipality.

• Provide a secure, private mobile connectivity solution enabling remote users to access internal systems and applications from the data centre.
• The solution must include:
• A Corporate APN environment supporting approximately 400 users.
• A shared mobile data pool.
• Dual diverse backhaul links.
• A redundant active-active Internet Breakout.
• Deliver a private APN environment with secure mobile data connectivity, SIM authentication, optional RADIUS/AAA integration, static IP assignment, and a shared data pool.
• Supply e-SIM/3-in-1 Physical SIM Cards as required by the municipality.
• Provide two independent, geographically diverse 200Mbps backhaul links with active-active operation, load-sharing, and seamless failover.
• Supply two independent dedicated 200Mbps Internet access circuits, each uncontended.
• Supply one dedicated 100Mbps Point-to-Point uncontended circuit.
• The solution must include email security and continuity services: security awareness training, a cyber risk management platform, targeted threat protection, archiving, and continuity.
• The organisation will provide and host a RADIUS/AAA server for authentication, accounting, and directory integration.
• The provider must supply portals for SIM provisioning, usage reporting, and optional advanced APN management.
• Provide LTE/4G/5G connectivity for remote sites outside fibre coverage with a minimum guaranteed speed of 20Mbps.
• Connect Fire Stations with a minimum guaranteed speed of 50Mbps.
• Conduct end-to-end testing including APN connectivity, RADIUS authentication, and application-level verification.
• Deliver full implementation including SIM provisioning, backhaul installation, APN activation, and training.
• Exclusions: Firewall configuration, end-user devices, non-standard fibre build, and hardware maintenance are excluded unless specified.

The tender includes a Bill of Quantities (BoQ) for pricing the required services.

• The rates are valid for 12 months after submission, after which an annual CPIX escalation is allowed.
• The BoQ covers items such as:
• APN setup and activation.
• Monthly APN service fee.
• Shared APN data bundle.
• APN SIM cards.
• SIM provisioning/management portal access.
• Administrator training.
• Dedicated backhaul links.
• Router/CPE rental or purchase.
• Backhaul SLA.
• Dedicated Internet Access circuits.
• 100 Mbps Point-to-Point circuit.
• Optional APN management system and licensing.
• Optional professional services.
• LTE/4G/5G router and connectivity.
• 50Mbps connectivity for Fire Stations.
• Additional roaming/unlimited mobile data options.

The tender includes a Bill of Quantities (BoQ) for pricing.

• The rates quoted are valid for 12 months after the date of submission.
• After 12 months, an annual escalation based on CPIX is allowed.
• Key pricing items include:
• APN setup and activation.
• Monthly APN service fee.
• Shared APN data bundle (e.g., 5 TB).
• APN SIM cards (400 units).
• SIM provisioning/management portal access.
• Administrator training.
• Dedicated backhaul links (primary and diverse).
• Router/CPE rental or purchase.
• Backhaul SLA.
• Dedicated Internet Access circuits (primary and diverse).
• 100 Mbps Point-to-Point circuit between Nkangala District Office and DR site Nokaneng Fire Station.
• Optional APN management system deployment and monthly user/SIM management licensing.
• Optional professional services (integration engineer, senior network specialist) billed per hour.
• LTE/4G/5G router and monthly connectivity for remote sites.
• 50Mbps connectivity for Fire Stations.
• Additional roaming/unlimited mobile data options as required.

The solution must include email security and continuity services to combat information security breaches and manage email-related risks.

• Provide targeted threat protection, archiving, and continuity as an integrated service.
• The organisation will handle AAA/RADIUS integration.
• The provider must supply advanced APN management capabilities.
• For remote sites outside fibre coverage, provide LTE/4G/5G connectivity with a minimum guaranteed speed of 20Mbps.
• Connect Fire Stations with a minimum guaranteed speed of 50Mbps.
• Conduct testing and commissioning as part of the service delivery.

Not explicitly stated in provided document. Typically requires valid company registration, tax compliance, relevant telecommunications licenses (ICASA), proven experience in municipal/government WAN/APN deployments, financial capacity for 36-month contract, and technical capability for specified bandwidth requirements.

• Provide email security, continuity, and archiving equivalent to Mimecast AT1 and M2A or higher.
• Install a dedicated internet breakout service (2 x 300 Mbps active/active).
• Install 50 Mbps lines at three fire stations.
• Install complete 20 Mbps LTE solutions at five Environmental Health Offices.
• Install a 100 Mbps point-to-point link between Nkangala District Office and the DR site at Nokaneng Fire Station.

• Bill of Quantities includes:

• APN Shared 5TB Data Monthly Bundle (36 months, quantity adjustable).
• APN Corporate Management Annual Subscription (3 years).
• e-SIM / 3-in-1 SIM cards (400 units, quantity adjustable).
• Installation of main and backhaul diverse internet service (2 x 200 Mbps).
• Installation of dedicated internet breakout service (2 x 300 Mbps).
• Installation of 50 Mbps lines at three fire stations.
• Installation of 20 Mbps LTE solutions at five Environmental Health Offices.
• 100 Mbps point-to-point link between District Office and DR site.

• All prices must be submitted on Form C 1.1.
• Rates are valid for 12 months, with a CPIX-based escalation clause thereafter.

• Submit pricing on Form C 1.1 (Form of Offer).
• Proposed rates must include all activities and administration costs.
• Rates are valid for 12 months post-submission.
• After 12 months, an escalation of the smaller of CPIX + 2% or 10% is allowed for the next 12 months (based on the first 12 months' average CPIX).

• Pricing is for evaluation purposes.

• Closing date: 24 July 2026.
• Closing time: 12h00.
• No other dates (briefings, site visits, clarification deadlines) are stated in the provided document.

• Bidding procedure enquiries: SCM Department

• Contact person: SI Masilela
• Telephone: 013-249-2104/5/7/2096
• Email: [email protected]

• Technical information enquiries: ICT Department

• Contact person: SB Shongwe
• Telephone: 013-249-2036/37/55
• Email: [email protected]

• Submission address: Nkangala District Municipality, 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middelburg, 1050.
• Information Officer for POPI: Mr. M.L Mahlangu (Municipal Manager)

• Contact: 013 249 2000/2006
• Email: [email protected]

• Submit bids by the stipulated closing time: 12h00 on 24 July 2026. Late bids will not be considered.
• Deliver bids to the bid box at: Nkangala District Municipality, 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middelburg, 1050.
• Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not retyped) or online.
• Failure to fully complete compulsory returnable documents will render the tender unresponsive.
• Signatures on each returnable form represent a declaration of accuracy; wilful misrepresentation can lead to contract termination.
• Compulsory returnable documents include:

• Form a mbd 1 [part a & b]
• FORM B Compulsory Enterprise Questionnaire for Consortia or Joint Ventures
• FORM C POPI Notice and Consent Form
• FORM D Declaration of Bidder’s Past Supply Chain Management Practices (MBD8)
• FORM E Declaration of Interest (MBD4)
• FORM F Authority of Signatory
• FORM G Declaration of Good Standing Regarding Tax (MBD2)
• FORM H Financial References (with bank letter not older than 3 months)
• FORM I Municipal Utility Account (not older than 3 months)
• FORM J Preference Schedule (MBD6.1)
• FORM K Certificate of Independent Bid Determination
• FORM L Declaration Tenderer’s Litigation History
• FORM M Proof of Valid ECNS/ECS License with ICASA
• FORM N Professional Indemnity Insurance

• Additional returnables for evaluation purposes:

• FORM O Tender Project Structure
• FORM P Proposed Key Personnel
• FORM Q Schedule of Previous Experience
• FORM R Schedule of Current Projects
• FORM S Schedule of Infrastructure and Resources
• FORM T Schedule of Proposed Sub-contractors
• FORM U Record of Addenda to Tender Documents

• Attach Central Supplier Database (CSD) Full Report.
• For consortia/joint ventures, submit a Special Resolution and joint venture agreement.
• No bids will be considered from persons in the service of the state.

Bidder must not be in service of the state. Must not be listed on National Treasury's Database of Restricted Suppliers or Register of Tender Defaulters. No convictions for fraud/corruption in past 5 years. No municipal rates/taxes in arrears >3 months. No contracts terminated for non-performance in past 5 years. Must hold valid ECNS/ECS license from ICASA. Must have professional indemnity insurance. Tax affairs in order with SARS. For joint ventures: all parties must meet criteria and submit joint venture agreement.

• Scope: Acquisition of Wide Area Network (WAN) and Remote Connection (Access Point Name) services for Nkangala District Municipality.
• Contract duration: 36 months.
• The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written contract form (MBD7).
• Verification of professional membership, qualifications of proposed project personnel, and previous company experience may be conducted.
• Proof of valid ECNS/ECS license with ICASA is required (FORM M).
• Professional indemnity insurance is required (FORM N).

• Verification of professional membership of firm/project personnel may be conducted.
• Vetting of qualifications of proposed project personnel may be conducted.
• Verification of proof of previous company experience may be conducted.
• FORM P (Proposed Key Personnel) and FORM Q (Schedule of Previous Experience) are required returnables.

• Submit financial references (FORM H) with a bank letter not older than 3 months confirming account details.
• Failure to provide the bank letter renders the tender unresponsive.
• For joint ventures, banking details of all members must be provided.
• Pricing format: Total bid price must be included in the bid submission.
• No specific payment terms, bonds, or guarantees are detailed in the provided document.
• Declaration required that the bidder and/or directors do not owe municipal rates/taxes arrears for more than three months (FORM I).

• Tax compliance: Submit Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number. Foreign suppliers must complete a questionnaire.
• A valid Tax Clearance Certificate (or TCS PIN/CSD number) must be submitted with the bid; failure invalidates the bid.
• For consortia/joint ventures, each party must submit separate tax compliance proof.
• Central Supplier Database (CSD) Full Report must be attached, containing ownership information.
• B-BBEE: Specific goals points are awarded for HDI, gender, disability, youth, and locality based on ownership percentages as per FORM J.
• Company registration documents required based on entity type:

• Closed Corporations: CK1/CK2 and directors' IDs.
• Companies: Certificate of Incorporation, directors' IDs, shareholders register.
• Joint Ventures: Joint Venture agreement plus individual entity documents.
• Partnerships: Partners' IDs.
• Sole traders: ID copy.

• Declaration of Interest (FORM E) required, including details of directors/trustees/shareholders.
• Declaration of Bidder’s Past Supply Chain Management Practices (FORM D) required, covering restricted suppliers, tender defaulters, fraud convictions, municipal arrears, and past contract terminations.
• POPI compliance: FORM C POPI Notice and Consent Form must be completed, authorising information sharing for verification purposes (e.g., CIPC, SARS, CIDB).
• Proof of valid ECNS/ECS license with ICASA (FORM M) required.
• Professional indemnity insurance (FORM N) required.
• Certificate of Independent Bid Determination (FORM K) required.
• Municipal utility account (not older than 3 months) required (FORM I).

• The successful bidder must sign a written contract form (MBD7).
• Information may be shared for verification purposes with CIPC, SARS, financial institutions, Department of Labour, CIDB, and others as per POPI consent.
• Wilful misrepresentation in returnable documents can lead to contract termination under condition 8.4.
• For consortia/joint ventures: joint and several liability applies; termination requires 30 days written notice; no cession/assignment without consent; domicilium address must be provided.

• The 90/10 preference point system applies (estimated value exceeds R50 million).
• Points allocation: Price (90 points), Specific goals (10 points).
• Specific goals points awarded for HDI, gender, disability, youth ownership, and locality.
• Points claimed via FORM J Preference Schedule; failure to submit proof results in zero points.
• The organ of state may substantiate preference claims at any time.

• Compulsory clarification/briefing meeting: 09 July 2026 at 10:00 at Nkangala District Municipality, 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middelburg 1050.
• Joint ventures must have a representative from each company attend.
• No individual may represent more than one tenderer at the compulsory briefing.
• Incomplete attendance register may lead to automatic disqualification.
• Closing date and time: 24 July 2026 at 12:00.
• Tender opening: same date/time/location, publicly, with prices read out.

• Compulsory clarification meeting: 09 July 2026, 10:00 at Nkangala District Municipality, 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middelburg 1050.
• Joint ventures: each company must send a representative.
• No individual may represent more than one tenderer.
• Incomplete attendance register may lead to automatic disqualification.

• Employer’s Representative: Nkangala District Municipality.
• Postal address: P.O. Box 437, Middelburg 1050.
• Contacts:

• Accounting Officer: Mr ML Mahlangu, Tel: 013 249 2104/5/7.
• Procurement enquiries (Supply Chain Unit): Mr SI Masilela, Tel: 013 249 2006.
• Technical enquiries: Mr SB Shongwe, Tel: 013 249 2036/37.

• Only written communication signed by the Accounting Officer amends tender documents; verbal communication is not binding.

• Submit tender documents on Council’s Official Tender Document only.
• Return all completed returnable documents to the employer.
• Deposit tenders in the tender box clearly marked: ACQUISITION OF WIDE AREA NETWORK (WAN) AND REMOTE CONNECTION (APN) SERVICES FOR NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY FOR 36 MONTHS (RE-ADVERT).
• Tender box location: Main Entrance Ground floor Nkangala DM Building, Nkangala District Municipality, 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middleburg 1050.
• Telephonic, telegraphic, telex, facsimile or emailed tenders will not be considered.
• Tenders cannot be withdrawn or substituted after submission.
• Ensure all pages are completed and attached; removal of pages will be deemed as non-submission.
• Tender must be properly signed with authority (Form F and Board Resolution required).
• Failure to complete and sign Form C1.1: Form of Offer and Acceptance leads to automatic disqualification.
• Tender offer validity period is 90 days from the closing date.

• Return all completed returnable documents to employer.
• Submit on Council’s Official Tender Document only.
• Tenders must be deposited in marked tender box at Main Entrance Ground floor Nkangala DM Building.
• Tenders cannot be withdrawn or substituted.
• All tenders remain in Municipality’s possession until after closing.

Service provider must hold valid ECNS/ECS license from ICASA; must have proven experience in WAN/APN projects deployment/rollout (minimum 4 years); must provide valid professional indemnity insurance of R1,000,000; must achieve minimum 60/90 functionality points; must be tax compliant with valid SARS tax clearance/CSD report; must not have municipal rates/taxes arrears >3 months; must not have failed to perform satisfactorily on previous state contracts in last 5 years; must attend compulsory clarification meeting; Joint Venture partners must each attend meeting.

• Scope: Acquisition of Wide Area Network (WAN) and Remote Connection (Access Point Name) services for Nkangala District Municipality for 36 months.
• Service provider must hold a valid ECNS and/or ECS license issued by ICASA.
• Must have proven experience in WAN/APN projects deployment/rollout.
• Must provide valid proof of Professional Indemnity Insurance of R1,000,000.
• Key personnel CVs required, detailing position, educational qualifications (NQF 7+ in IT/Computer Science), professional registrations, relevant experience (with references), and language proficiency.
• Firm must demonstrate capacity: staff availability, qualifications/experience of key staff, current contractual obligations, and financial ability.
• Proposals must be in English, well-organized, clear, concise; black Aerial font size 12, 1.5 spacing, max 30 pages (excluding appendices).
• Technical specifications and compliance with tender conditions are adjudication factors.

• Proposals must state categories and number of staff, including core professional team and support staff.
• Provide brief descriptions of responsibilities and duties for supervision team.
• Clearly distinguish resources required, time allocation, and costs.

• Key personnel CVs required, detailing position, educational qualifications (NQF 7+ in IT/Computer Science), professional registrations, relevant experience (with references), language proficiency.
• Minimum 4 years proven experience in WAN/APN projects deployment/rollout.
• Proof of experience: appointment letters, completion certificates, or reference letters.
• Firm must demonstrate staff availability, qualifications/experience of key staff, current contractual obligations, capacity.
• Nominated staff must be assigned as proposed; failure may annul contract.

• Tender documents must be fully completed as stipulated; incomplete documents lead to rejection.
• No alterations to issued tender documents.
• Proposals and supporting documents must be attached to back of tender document.
• Disqualification risks: tampering/unbinding documents; scratching out/tippex use without initialling; failure to attend compulsory meeting; improper signing; missing particulars; attempts to influence evaluation; late submission; municipal arrears >3 months; unsatisfactory past performance.

• Pricing data includes Pricing Instruction and Bill of Quantities.
• State rates and prices in Rand.

• State all rates and prices in Rand.
• Pricing data includes Pricing Instruction and Bill of Quantities.
• Professional Indemnity Insurance of at least R1,000,000 per claim is mandatory; may be increased if needed.
• Financial ability evaluation emphasises professional indemnity insurance.
• Municipality may request written evidence of adequate financial, labour, and resources, and may appoint auditors for financial investigations.

• Mandatory: Valid Electronic Communications Network Service (ECNS) and/or Electronic Communications Service (ECS) license from ICASA.
• Mandatory: Minimum 4 years proven experience in WAN/APN projects deployment/rollout.
• Mandatory: Valid Professional Indemnity Insurance of at least R1,000,000 per claim.
• Tax Compliance: Submit a Tax Compliance letter with unique PIN from SARS (electronic TCS). Affix latest CSD report showing Tax Clearance Certificate status.
• B-BBEE: Preferential points awarded for specific goals under the 80/20 system.
• Joint ventures require a comprehensive written agreement outlining obligations, rights, risks, rewards, and equitable sharing of control, management, operations, risk, profit and loss.
• Compliance with POPI Act: Bidder consents to processing of personal information and indemnifies NDM.
• Disqualification risks: non-attendance at compulsory meeting; incomplete documents; tampering; late submission; municipal rates/taxes arrears >3 months; unsatisfactory past performance; attempts to influence evaluation; fraud in preference claims.

• Tender offer validity: 90 days from closing date.
• Employer may accept or reject any tender; not obliged to accept lowest.
• Confidentiality: Treat all matters confidentially; documents only for tender preparation.
• POPI Act compliance: Bidder consents to processing of personal information and indemnifies NDM.
• Penalties for fraudulent preference claims or unmet goals: contract cancellation with loss recovery, financial penalty, 5-year restriction from NDM business.
• No compensation for tender preparation costs.
• Employer may request additional information, samples, or demonstrations.

• Council retains right to request additional information.
• Joint ventures require comprehensive written agreement.
• Check tender documents for completeness and report discrepancies.
• Tax Compliance: Submit SARS TCS letter with PIN; affix CSD report.
• Municipality may request evidence of adequate financial, labour, resources.
• Non-compliance with requirements leads to rejection.

• 80/20 preferential points system applies.
• Points: Price 80, Specific goals 20.
• Evaluation follows NDM Supply Chain Management Policy, Clause 54.
• Steps include determining completeness, responsiveness, reasonableness, confirming preferential points, assessing expertise/experience, awarding price points, ranking, credit risk analysis.
• Functionality evaluation: Organising and Staffing (50), Registration (20), Experience (20). Minimum 60/90 required.
• Project Manager criteria: qualifications (Bachelor’s/BTech IT NQF 7), project management qualification, involvement in similar projects (4+ years).
• Registration criteria: valid ECNS/ECS license, firm experience in WAN/APN (min 4 years).
• Evaluation based on average of previous three projects.

• The tender requires completion and submission of returnable documents (referenced as T2: RETURNABLE DOCUMENTS).
• Ensure all returnable documents are completed, signed, and included in your bid submission.
• No specific submission method, address, or deadline details are provided in this document excerpt; refer to the full tender document for submission instructions.

• The tender includes a section T2 for returnable documents that must be completed and submitted with the bid.

Specific eligibility criteria are not detailed in the provided excerpt, but typically include: valid B-BBEE certificate, tax clearance certificate, company registration documents, proof of similar experience, and compliance with municipal supply chain management policies. Bidders should consult the full tender document for complete requirements.

• The document covers the acquisition of Wide Area Network (WAN) and Remote Connection (APN) services for Nkangala District Municipality for a 36-month period.
• Detailed technical specifications, scope, deliverables, standards, capacity requirements, and service levels are not provided in this excerpt; refer to the full tender document (likely in a separate technical specification section).

• No specific compliance requirements (CSD, tax, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC, professional registrations, local content) are mentioned in this document excerpt.
• Bidders should verify standard municipal compliance requirements (CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE certificate) in the full tender document.

• Technical queries: Mr SB Shongwe, 013-249-2036/37.
• Administrative queries: Mr SI Masilela, Nkangala District Municipality, 013-249-2104/5/6/7.
• Submission address: Tender Box, Ground Floor, Nkangala District Municipality, 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middelburg, Mpumalanga.

• Tender documents must be completed in black ink and in accordance with the tender document conditions.
• Submit sealed in an envelope, externally endorsed with the project description: 'ACQUISITION OF WIDE AREA NETWORK (WAN) AND REMOTE CONNECTION (APN) SERVICES FOR NKANGALA DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY FOR 36 MONTHS (RE-ADVERT)'.
• Deposit in the Tender Box, Ground Floor, Nkangala District Municipality, 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middelburg, Mpumalanga.
• Deadline: 24 July 2026 at 12:00.
• Telegraphic, telephonic, fax, telex, email, or late tenders will not be accepted.
• Tenders remain valid for 90 days from the closing date.
• Suppliers/Service Providers must be registered on CSD.

This tender is open only to service providers who have been specifically selected and invited by Nkangala District Municipality. General public applications are not permitted based on the document text.

• Scope: Acquisition of Wide Area Network (WAN) and Remote Connection (Access Point Name) services for Nkangala District Municipality for a 36-month period.
• The detailed scope of work, deliverables, and standards are contained in Part C3 (Scope of Work) of the tender documents.

• Suppliers/Service Providers must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).

Returnable Documents: The document does not list specific returnable documents in this section. Bidders should refer to the tender advertisement or Part T (Tender) for submission requirements, required forms, and disqualification risks.

While specific eligibility criteria are not detailed in the provided document structure, typical requirements for municipal tenders in South Africa include: valid tax clearance certificate, BBBEE certification, company registration documents, proof of relevant experience in WAN/APN services, financial capability, and compliance with the municipality's Supply Chain Management Policy. The full tender document would specify exact eligibility requirements.

Technical specifications are defined in Part C3: Scope of Work, specifically C3.1 Project Specification. The document also references the Supply Chain Management Policy (C4.1) as an additional relevant document. Bidders must review Part C3 for detailed scope, deliverables, standards, capacity requirements, and service levels.

Pricing Schedule: The tender includes Part C2: Pricing Data with C2.1 Pricing Instructions and C2.2 Bill of Quantities. Bidders must complete the bill of quantities in accordance with the pricing instructions.

Financial requirements are structured in Part C2: Pricing Data, which includes C2.1 Pricing Instructions and C2.2 Bill of Quantities. Bidders must complete the bill of quantities in accordance with the pricing instructions. Part C1 (Agreements and Contract Data) and Part C4 (Additional Relevant Documents) also form part of the contract but do not contain pricing details.

The document references the Supply Chain Management Policy (C4.1) but does not specify compliance requirements such as CSD registration, tax clearance, B-BBEE, CIDB, CIPC, professional registrations, or local content in this section. Bidders should verify standard municipal compliance requirements from the tender advertisement.

Contractual Terms: Part C1 covers Agreements and Contract Data, including C1.1 Form of Offer and Acceptance and C1.2 Contract Data. Bidders must complete the Form of Offer and Acceptance and review the Contract Data for terms and conditions.

• The cover page lists the following returnable fields that must be completed:

– Name of Tenderer

– CSD Registration Number

– Total Amount Excluding VAT

• No explicit submission method, deadline, or additional forms are provided in the extracted cover page. Bidders should verify the full tender document for submission address, closing time, and any mandatory returnable schedules.

Required returnable documents/fields: Tenderer name, CSD registration number, Total amount excluding VAT.

Based on the cover page, bidders must be registered on the South African Central Supplier Database (CSD). Additional eligibility criteria such as specific technical capabilities, experience requirements, financial standing, and BBBEE status would be detailed in the full tender document.

• Scope: Provision of Wide Area Network (WAN) services and Remote Connection (Access Point Name (APN) services.
• Contract duration: 36 months.
• This is a re‑advertised tender; the full technical specifications (bandwidth, sites, SLAs, hardware, etc.) are not present in the cover page and must be obtained from the complete tender document.

• Bidders must state a Total Amount Excluding VAT on the cover page.
• No pricing schedule, payment terms, bonds, guarantees, or financial capacity requirements are shown in the extracted cover page.

• Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and provide their CSD registration number.
• No other compliance requirements (tax clearance, B‑BBEE, CIDB, professional registrations, local content) are indicated on the cover page.

Issuing entity: Nkangala District Municipality. Address: 2A Walter Sisulu Street, Middelburg, 1050.