ESTABLISHMENT OF A PANEL - Construction Education

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3.1. PURPOSE OF THIS REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL The Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) invites suitably qualified and experienced ICT software suppliers, manufacturers, and authorised resellers to submit proposals for appointment to a panel of pre-qualified suppliers for the supply, delivery, installation, and support of ICT Software applications, systems and solutions. This RFP seeks to establish a panel of suppliers capable of providing comprehensive ICT software solutions including business productivity software, enterprise applications, database management systems, development tools, security software, backup and disaster recovery solutions, project management software, specialised sector-specific software, operating systems, and virtualisation software to support CETA's operational, administrative, and strategic ICT requirements. The panel will enable CETA to procure ICT software efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). 3.2. THE NEED FOR A PANEL APPROACH CETA requires a streamlined, efficient, and compliant procurement mechanism for ICT software to support its mandate of facilitating skills development in the construction and built environment sector. The current procurement process, which involves conducting individual tenders for each software requirement, has proven to be: • Time-consuming, with procurement cycles extending beyond operational requirements and software deployment timelines • Resource-intensive, requiring significant administrative effort from both CETA and potential suppliers • Inflexible, limiting CETA's ability to respond rapidly to changing business needs, software upgrades, and urgent licensing requirements • Inefficient, with repeated evaluation of similar supplier capabilities and software solutions 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” 3.3. BENEFITS OF THE PANEL APPROACH The establishment of a pre-qualified supplier panel will enable CETA to: • Procure ICT software efficiently through competitive quotations from pre-vetted suppliers • Reduce procurement lead times from months to days • Maintain regulatory compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) • Ensure consistent access to current software versions and technologies meeting CETA's operational standards • Leverage economies of scale through pre-negotiated rates and volume licensing agreements • Distribute procurement opportunities equitably amongst multiple qualified suppliers • Support transformation objectives through structured B-BBEE preference mechanisms • Access specialised software solutions from authorised distributors and vendors 3.4. LEGISLATIVE BASIS FOR PANEL PROCUREMENT This panel procurement is conducted in accordance with: • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1999 (Act No. ), Section 51 • Treasury Regulations issued in terms of the PFMA, specifically Treasury Regulation 16A.6.3(c), which explicitly authorises the establishment of panels of pre-qualified suppliers • Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), 2000 (Act No. ) • Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2017, specifically Regulation 4 on pre-qualifying suppliers • Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act), 2003 (Act No. ) • Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act No. ) • CETA's approved Supply Chain Management Policy 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” 3.5. KEY PANEL PRINCIPLES The panel will operate on the following fundamental principles: • COMPETITIVE SELECTION: Panel members appointed through an open, competitive tender process • MULTIPLE SUPPLIERS: Multiple suppliers appointed per software category to ensure continuity and competition • NO GUARANTEED WORK: Panel appointment does not guarantee any minimum order value or exclusivity • COMPETITIVE QUOTATIONS: Future procurements made by requesting quotations from panel members (minimum three quotations for orders above R30,000) • PRE-NEGOTIATED RATES: Pricing fixed for 12-month periods with structured adjustment mechanisms • PERFORMANCE ACCOUNTABILITY: Comprehensive performance management with clear consequences for non-performance • EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION: The Rotation system ensures fair distribution of opportunities amongst panel members • TRANSFORMATION: B-BBEE preference applied at both panel establishment and call- off procurement stages 3.6. NO OBLIGATION TO PROCURE Bidders must note that: • Panel appointment does not constitute a contract for the supply of software or services • CETA has no obligation to procure any minimum value from panel members • Actual procurement will depend on CETA's operational requirements, budget availability, and strategic priorities • CETA reserves the right to procure from non-panel sources where more advantageous 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” 4. OBJECTIVES OF THE RFP AND PANEL 4.1. PRIMARY OBJECTIVES The primary objectives of this RFP and the establishment of the ICT software supply panel are: • Ensure Continuous Availability of ICT Software: To guarantee CETA's uninterrupted access to current software versions, applications, and licensing that meet operational, technical, and security requirements, thereby enabling continuous business operations and productivity. • Achieve Cost Efficiency and Value for Money: To secure competitive pricing through pre-negotiated rates, volume licensing agreements, and competitive quotations amongst panel members, thereby optimising CETA's ICT software expenditure and achieving value for money. • Streamline Procurement Processes: To reduce procurement lead times, administrative burden, and transaction costs by eliminating the need for individual tenders for each software requirement, thereby enabling rapid deployment of ICT applications. • Maintain Regulatory Compliance: To ensure full compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), and all applicable legislation governing public sector procurement. • Support Quality Assurance: To maintain high standards of software quality, reliability, security, and support through pre-qualification of suppliers and ongoing performance management mechanisms. • Enable Rapid Response to Technology Changes: To maintain flexibility to adapt to evolving software requirements, changing business needs, and version upgrades without being locked into long-term contracts with single suppliers. • Advance Transformation Objectives: To leverage ICT software procurement to support Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE), skills development in the ICT sector, and supplier diversity objectives. • Foster Supplier Development: To provide opportunities for multiple suppliers, including smaller and emerging enterprises, to participate in CETA's procurement and develop sustainable business relationships. • Ensure Licensing Compliance: To maintain comprehensive licensing compliance, technical support, and maintenance services for all software applications, ensuring optimal uptime and rapid issue resolution. 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” 4.2. STRATEGIC BENEFITS Strategic Benefits for the CETA. The panel approach provides CETA with: • EFFICIENCY: Procurement cycles reduced from 3-6 months (full tender) to 1-2 weeks (quotations from panel) • AGILITY: Rapid response to urgent software requirements, licensing needs, or new business demands • QUALITY: Pre-vetted authorised distributors reduce risk of counterfeit software or unreliable licensing • COMPLIANCE: Maintained through structured quotation process, evaluation criteria, and documentation • ACCOUNTABILITY: Performance management framework ensures supplier accountability and continuous improvement • TRANSPARENCY: Published panel register, clear evaluation criteria, and documented decisions provide audit trail • COST CONTROL: Pre-negotiated rates, volume licensing discounts, and annual benchmarking optimise expenditure • RISK MITIGATION: Multiple suppliers per category eliminate single points of failure Strategic Benefits for Panel Members (Suppliers) The panel structure provides software suppliers with: • MARKET ACCESS: Direct access to CETA's ICT software procurement pipeline over multi-year period • REDUCED BIDDING COSTS: No need to prepare full tender submissions for each

BUSINESS PLANNING: Visibility of CETA's requirements enables resource planning and licensing management RELATIONSHIP BUILDING: Opportunity to build long-term relationship with CETA and demonstrate value REFERENCE CREDIBILITY: Panel membership provides credible reference for other public sector opportunities EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITIES: Rotation system ensures fair distribution of orders amongst panel members 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” PERFORMANCE RECOGNITION: High performers receive preferential consideration and public recognition CETA ICT ENVIRONMENT 5.1. CLOUD FIRST STRATEGY CETA has adopted a cloud-first strategy for its ICT infrastructure, characterised by: Predominantly cloud-based operations utilising Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 E5 Licences Cloud-hosted business applications and services Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions for core business functions Cloud-based backup and disaster recovery solutions Modern authentication and identity management through Microsoft Identity 5.2. MINIMAL ON-PREMISE INFRASTRUCTURE Consistent with CETA's cloud-first strategy, on-premise infrastructure is minimal and maintained primarily for legacy support and potential development environments: Legacy on-premise servers (currently inactive) reserved for potential future development and test environments, not production workloads Physical network infrastructure including managed switches, routers, wireless access points, and firewalls operating on a unified cloud-managed network platform Minimal local storage for transitional or backup purposes 5.3. CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNOLOGY CETA operates a cloud-first infrastructure model with minimal on-premise hardware: Cloud services (Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 E5 Licences) for all production workloads and business applications Minimal on-premise hardware limited to network infrastructure, end-user devices, and 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” legacy servers for potential development/test use only No production server workloads on-premise. All production systems hosted in cloud Network infrastructure connecting end-user devices to cloud environments This cloud-first approach significantly shapes the software requirements, with preference given to cloud-based, SaaS, and subscription-based software solutions that align with CETA's strategic direction. 5.4. CURRENT CETA SOFTWARE ENVIRONMENT CETA's current software environment reflects the cloud-first strategy and includes: Cloud-Based Productivity and Collaboration: o Microsoft 365 E5 Licences o Microsoft Teams for collaboration and communication o Microsoft SharePoint for document management and intranet o Microsoft OneDrive for cloud storage Cloud Infrastructure: o Microsoft Azure for cloud hosting and infrastructure o Redstor backup and disaster recovery solutions Enterprise Business Applications: o Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform and core modules (planned implementation covered under existing Microsoft agreement) o iLMS (Integrated Learner Management System) from MICT SETA (planned implementation for SETA-specific functions including grants management, learner administration, ETQA, and employer services) o SAGE 200 for Financial Management (covered under existing arrangement) o SAGE 300 for Human Resources Management (covered under existing arrangement) 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Operating Systems: o Windows 11 Professional for end-user devices o MacOS for end-user devices o Windows Server for development and test environments (minimal usage) Security Software: o Microsoft Defender for endpoint protection (included in Microsoft 365 E5 Licences) o Firewall management software for network security appliances o Additional security tools as required 5.5. CETA ICT SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS CONTEXT CETA's ICT software requirements, aligned with the cloud-first strategy, encompass: PRIMARY FOCUS: Cloud-based and SaaS solutions for approximately 200-250 users ENTERPRISE APPLICATIONS: Specialised business software not covered by existing arrangements SECURITY SOFTWARE: Comprehensive security solutions including antivirus, endpoint protection, network security, and threat detection beyond Microsoft Defender capabilities DATABASE MANAGEMENT: Database software for development, test, and specialised business applications DEVELOPMENT TOOLS: Software development tools, IDE (Integrated Developer Environment) , and testing frameworks BACKUP AND DISASTER RECOVERY: Software solutions complementing cloud- based backup strategies PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Enterprise project management and workflow software SPECIALISED SECTOR SOFTWARE: Construction sector-specific applications, skills development tools, and sector-relevant solutions OPERATING SYSTEMS: Windows operating systems for end-user devices and development environments VIRTUALISATION SOFTWARE: Virtualisation platforms for development and test environments 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” 5.6. CURRENT ICT SOFTWARE PRESENT IN THE CETA IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: The following information is provided for transparency and to assist bidders in understanding CETA's current environment. Bidders are NOT restricted to these software vendors and may propose alternative solutions, provided they meet or exceed current software specifications, functionality, and compatibility requirements. Evaluation will be based on technical merit, compatibility with CETA's environment, value for money, licensing models, and compliance with specifications outlined in this document, not on alignment with existing software vendors. CETA currently uses software from the following vendors in its environment: Productivity and Collaboration: o Microsoft 365 E5 Licences o Microsoft Teams o Microsoft SharePoint o Microsoft CoPilot Cloud Infrastructure: o Microsoft Azure Enterprise Business Applications (Current and Planned): o Microsoft Dynamics 365 (planned implementation, existing Microsoft agreement) o iLMS Integrated Learner Management System from MICT SETA (planned implementation) o SAGE 200 o SAGE 300 Operating Systems: o Microsoft Windows 11 Professional o Microsoft Windows Server (limited development/test use) 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Security: o Microsoft Defender o Various network security and firewall management tools Other Software: o Adobe Acrobat for PDF management Key Considerations for Bidders: ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS WELCOME: Bidders may propose software from any vendor provided it meets the technical specifications, quality standards, functionality requirements, and compatibility requirements outlined in this RFP. COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Proposed solutions must be compatible with CETA's existing cloud-first environment, Microsoft 365 ecosystem, and unified cloud- managed network platform. Bidders proposing alternative software must demonstrate seamless interoperability and integration capabilities. CLOUD-FIRST PREFERENCE: CETA prefers cloud-based, SaaS, and subscription- based software solutions that align with the organisation's strategic direction. On-premise software may be considered where cloud alternatives are not viable. EVALUATION FOCUS: Technical merit, total cost of ownership, compatibility, licensing models, support quality, B-BBEE contribution, and value for money—not alignment with existing software vendors. MIXED ENVIRONMENT: CETA operates in a multi-vendor environment and is open to best-of-breed solutions across all software categories. IMPORTANT - Interoperability and Compatibility: Bidders must note that CETA requires software solutions to be compatible and interoperable with existing systems, data formats, and infrastructure. Evaluation criteria will include assessment of seamless integration capabilities with CETA's current environment, including data migration capabilities where applicable. 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” SCOPE OF ICT SOFTWARE CETA seeks to establish a panel of suppliers across the following ten (10) ICT software categories: Ref Category Software 1 Business Specialised productivity suites and office applications Productivity Software • AI-powered productivity tools and platforms (E.g. Claude for Business, ChatGPT Enterprise, Google Gemini for Workspace, and similar enterprise AI assistants) Generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) platforms for document drafting, data analysis, code generation, and decision support Advanced document management systems beyond SharePoint capabilities Electronic signature and digital workflow solutions Forms design and automation software Advanced PDF creation, editing, and management tools Graphic design software and creative suites (E.g. Adobe Creative Cloud, CorelDraw) Video editing and production Image editing and photo manipulation tools Audio editing and production software Animation and motion graphics software Desktop publishing and layout software Collaboration tools and platforms complementing Microsoft Teams Presentation and conferencing tools and platforms (E.g. Mentimeter) Note-taking and knowledge management applications Time tracking and productivity monitoring software 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Ref Category Software 2 Enterprise Specialised financial management and accounting Resource Planning software beyond SAGE 200 capabilities (ERP) and Business Management • Advanced budgeting and forecasting tools Software Business intelligence and analytics platforms beyond (Microsoft 365 capabilities) Third-party extensions, add-ons, and ISV (Independent Software Vendor) solutions for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Industry-specific modules and applications integrating with Dynamics 365 Asset management and tracking systems Facilities management software Contract management and compliance software Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms including Performance Management capabilities Performance management systems for strategic planning, KPI tracking, balanced scorecards, and organisational performance monitoring Policy and procedure management software Internal audit and assurance management tools Regulatory compliance and reporting platforms 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Ref Category Software 3 Data Lake, Data Data Lake platforms and solutions (E.g. Azure Data Lake, Integration, and AWS Lake Formation or equivalent cloud-native data lake Database platforms) Management Systems • Data Lake integration and ingestion tools for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data from multiple sources Data Lake governance and cataloguing tools for metadata management, data lineage, and data discovery Data Lake analytics and processing engines (E.g. Spark, Presto, Hive, or equivalent distributed processing frameworks) Data integration and ETL/ELT (Extract Transform Load / Extract Load Transform) platforms supporting data lake architecture and multi-source integration Cloud-native data warehouse solutions with data lake integration capabilities Real-time data streaming and event processing platforms for data lake ingestion Relational database management systems (RDBMS) where data lake solutions are not appropriate Database platforms for specific use cases Database administration and management tools Database backup and recovery software Master data management (MDM) software with data lake integration Data quality and data profiling tools Data virtualisation and federation tools Database performance monitoring and optimisation tools 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Ref Category Software 4 Integration, Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) and integration platforms Orchestration, and (E.g. MuleSoft, Dell Boomi, TIBCO, or equivalent iPaaS Workflow solutions) Automation Tools API management and orchestration platforms for managing integrations between Dynamics 365, iLMS (Integrated Learning Management Solution), data lakes, and third-party systems Synchronous orchestration platforms for real-time, critical business processes requiring immediate responses (transaction processing, user-facing operations, payment authorisations) Asynchronous orchestration platforms for non-critical, batch processes allowing delayed execution (reporting, data synchronisation, notifications, scheduled jobs) Workflow orchestration and automation tools (E.g. Apache Airflow, Prefect, Temporal, Azure Logic Apps, or equivalent) Business process orchestration platforms for multi-system workflows with minimal custom coding Event-driven architecture platforms for microservices orchestration and event streaming Low-code/no-code integration platforms enabling configuration-based integrations without extensive development 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” 5 Security Software Email Security Enhancement: o Advanced email security platforms (e.g., Mimecast, Proofpoint, Barracuda) o Email encryption and secure messaging solutions for sensitive communications o Email data loss prevention (DLP) for advanced content inspection Network and Infrastructure Security: o Cloud-based web application firewalls (WAF) and DDoS (Distributed Denial of Service) protection (e.g., Cloudflare, Akamai, Imperva) o Secure web gateways and DNS (Domain Name System) filtering (e.g., Cisco Umbrella, Zscaler) o Advanced network security and next-generation firewall software (beyond Microsoft Defender for Endpoint capabilities) o Network access control (NAC) and zero-trust network access (ZTNA) solutions o Network security monitoring and traffic analysis tools o Virtual Private Network (VPN) and secure remote access solutions o Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) for specialised environments Advanced Threat Detection and Response: o Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems for centralised security monitoring across Microsoft Defender and non-Microsoft security tools o Extended Detection and Response (XDR) platforms integrating security telemetry beyond Microsoft ecosystem o Threat intelligence platforms and feeds complementing Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence o Advanced persistent threat (APT) detection tools for specialised threat hunting Data Protection and Privacy: o Data loss prevention (DLP) software for 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Ref Category Software specialised use cases beyond Microsoft Purview capabilities o Encryption software for data at rest and in transit in non-Microsoft environments o Database activity monitoring and protection tools o Cloud access security brokers (CASB) for non- Microsoft cloud services Identity and Access Management (Specialised): o Privileged access management (PAM) and privileged identity management (PIM) solutions for critical infrastructure beyond Microsoft Entra ID capabilities o Multi-factor authentication (MFA) solutions for legacy systems not integrated with Microsoft Entra ID o Identity governance and administration (IGA) platforms for complex access workflows Compliance and Vulnerability Management: o Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing tools complementing Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management o Security compliance and audit automation platforms o Security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) platforms o Cloud security posture management (CSPM) for multi-cloud environments beyond Azure Security Awareness and Training: o Security awareness training platforms and phishing simulation tools (if not adequately covered by Microsoft Defender for 365) 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Ref Category Software 6 Backup and Enterprise backup software for cloud and on-premise Disaster Recovery environments (if not adequately covered by Redstor) Software Disaster recovery orchestration and automation tools Business continuity planning software Data replication and synchronisation tools Cloud backup and recovery solutions (complementing/enhancing Redstor) Virtual machine backup and recovery Database backup solutions Backup management and monitoring platforms Archival and long-term data retention solutions 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Ref Category Software 7 Project Enterprise Project Management: Management and Workflow Software o Enterprise project management software with native integration capabilities for Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365, and SharePoint o Project portfolio management (PPM) tools providing unified views across multiple projects and programmes o Agile and Scrum project management platforms with real-time synchronisation to Microsoft Teams and Planner o Resource management and capacity planning tools integrating with Dynamics 365 for workforce visibility Workflow Automation and Business Process Management: o Workflow automation and business process management (BPM) tools with connectors to iLMS (Integrated Learning Management Solution), Dynamics 365, and Microsoft Power Platform o Document workflow and approval systems integrating with SharePoint and Microsoft 365 o Task management and collaboration software providing unified task views across Microsoft Teams, Planner, and project management platforms o Professional services automation (PSA) software with bidirectional integration to Dynamics 365 Finance and CRM Project Planning and Scheduling: o Critical path analysis and project modelling tools providing data feeds to Power BI for executive dashboards o Time tracking and timesheet management with integration to payroll and financial systems 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” 8 Specialised Sector- Construction and Built Environment Software: Specific Software o Construction project management software for building and infrastructure projects o Building Information Modelling (BIM) software for design, visualisation, and collaboration o Construction cost estimation and quantity surveying tools for tender preparation and project costing o Site management and inspection software for construction site operations and safety compliance o Construction scheduling and planning tools (E.g. Primavera, Microsoft Project extensions, or equivalent) o Construction document management and drawing management systems o Construction equipment management and fleet tracking software o Construction safety management and incident reporting tools Industry Compliance and Regulatory Software: o Industry-specific compliance and regulatory software for construction sector regulations o Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) management systems specific to construction environments o Environmental compliance and sustainability reporting tools for construction projects o Quality management systems (QMS) specific to construction sector standards o Construction contract administration and claims management software Career Development and Labour Market Intelligence: o Career development and guidance platforms providing labour market information and career pathways (not learner management which forms part of iLMS) o Skills gap analysis and labour market intelligence tools for sector planning o Occupational pathway mapping and competency 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Ref Category Software frameworks visualisation tools Sector Research and Analytics: o Sector-specific research and data analysis tools for construction industry trends o Economic modelling and forecasting tools for construction sector planning o Stakeholder survey and feedback platforms for industry engagement 9 Operating Systems Microsoft Windows Professional editions for workstations and laptops MacOS for workstations and laptops Microsoft Windows Server editions for development and test environments Server Core installations and minimal server interfaces Operating system deployment and imaging tools Operating system management and patch management software Linux distributions for development and test environments Virtual machine operating systems 10 Virtualisation Hypervisor software (Type 1 and Type 2) Software Virtual machine management platforms Desktop virtualisation and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Application virtualisation software Container platforms and container orchestration Virtual network and virtual storage management Virtualisation backup and disaster recovery Virtualisation performance monitoring and optimisation tools 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” Bidders are encouraged to showcase any additional offerings relating to ICT Software, not specifically outlined above, in their response to this tender. CETA welcomes innovative software solutions, emerging technologies, and specialised applications that may benefit the organisation's operations, skills development mandate, or strategic objectives. GEOGRAPHICAL COVERAGE The panel must provide software licensing, implementation, and support services to CETA's office locations: Head Office (Midrand) Gauteng (Pretoria West) Limpopo (Polokwane Central) Mpumalanga (Nelspruit) Eastern Cape (East London) Free State (Bloemfontein) KwaZulu Natal (Durban) Northwest (Mahikeng) Northwest (Klerksdorp) Western Cape (Cape Town) Northern Cape (Kimberly) Suppliers must have capability to provide software licensing and support services nationally across South Africa, with remote or on-site implementation and training services where required. 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80 Request For Proposal “Developing Skills. Serving Society” ICT SOFTWARE SCOPE EXCLUSIONS The following are explicitly excluded from the scope of this panel: MICROSOFT 365 E5 LICENCES: CETA has an existing Microsoft Enterprise Agreement covering Microsoft 365 E5 Licences, Office applications, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Exchange Online, and related Microsoft cloud services. These software products are excluded from this panel procurement. MICROSOFT AZURE: CETA has an existing agreement with Microsoft covering Azure cloud infrastructure services. Azure services, compute resources, and related cloud infrastructure are excluded from this panel procurement. MICROSOFT DYNAMICS 365: CETA has an existing agreement with Microsoft covering Dynamics 365 core platform and Microsoft first-party modules. However, third-party extensions, add-ons, and ISV solutions for Dynamics 365 from non-Microsoft vendors may be procured through this panel. SAGE PRODUCTS: CETA has existing arrangements for SAGE 200 (Financial Management) and SAGE 300 (Human Resources Management). These products and related SAGE modules are excluded from this panel procurement. iLMS (INTEGRATED LEARNER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM): CETA is implementing iLMS (developed by MICT SETA) as its comprehensive platform for all SETA-specific functions. ICT HARDWARE: Hardware procurement, including computers, servers, network equipment, and peripherals, is covered under separate procurement arrangements and is excluded from this software panel. TELECOMMUNICATIONS: Cellular contracts, data contracts, telecommunications services, and related connectivity services are excluded and procured through separate arrangements. TRAINING AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICES: Whilst implementation support and basic training may be included with software procurement, ongoing professional services, extended training programmes, and consulting services are procured separately and are not within the primary scope of this panel. 52 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1687 +27 11 265 5901 scmtenders@ceta.co.za www.ceta.org.za of 80