Provision of senior solutions and infrastructure architect services for gpaa (5-Year contract)

• Closing Date and Time: 06 July 2026 at 11h00 AM.
• Non-Compulsory Online Briefing Session: 22 June 2026 from 14h00 to 15h00 via Microsoft Teams (Meeting ID: 351 175 168 507 032, Passcode: aW9bu6rJ).
• Closing Date for Written Clarification Enquiries: 29 June 2026.
• Questions and Answers Upload: Will be uploaded to the GPAA website and E-tender portal on 01 July 2026.

• Enquiries Email: [email protected]
• Submission Address: Online via the National Treasury eTender Portal (www.etenders.gov.za).

• Submit your complete bid electronically via the National Treasury eTender Portal (www.etenders.gov.za). No physical submissions, hand-delivered documents, or courier deliveries are accepted.
• The Pricing Schedule (SBD 3.3) must be uploaded separately and clearly labelled as such.
• Ensure all company details (full name, physical address, contact number, email, contact person, bid closing date) are correctly entered in the eTender portal fields.
• The portal will automatically prevent late uploads. Bidders are responsible for a successful upload before the closing time; GPAA is not liable for unsuccessful uploads.
• An incomplete, unsigned, or partially signed pricing schedule will be deemed non-compliant and result in automatic disqualification.

11.3 Company Experience Template Disclaimer: Failure to provide this information will result in forfeiting points. Name of the Service rendered Date and Value of contract Contactable company duration of (in SA Rands) reference (contact contract (in details months)

Scope: Provision of Senior Solutions, Enterprise and Infrastructure Architect Services.

• Senior Solutions Architect Services:
• Role: Design, govern, and oversee complex, scalable, and secure technology solutions aligned with business strategy.
• Key Focus Areas: Enterprise and solution architecture (TOGAF), application and integration architecture (Java, microservices, APIs), cloud and hybrid architecture (AWS, Azure), architecture and portfolio management, project leadership and delivery (SDLC), governance and compliance (ISO, enterprise standards), stakeholder and vendor engagement.
• Required Experience: 8–10+ years in enterprise IT, digital transformation, legacy modernisation, complex regulated environments.
• Technical Expertise: TOGAF 9, ITIL, Java, Spring Boot, microservices, REST, Oracle, SQL Server, AWS, Azure, Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes.
• Behavioural Competencies: Analytical thinking, communication, leadership, adaptability, stakeholder management.
• Senior Infrastructure Architect Service:
• Role: Design, implement, and optimise complex enterprise ICT infrastructure, including networking, security, cloud, datacentre, and storage.
• Key Focus Areas: Infrastructure architecture, cloud modernisation (Azure), networking and security (Cisco, Microsoft Sentinel), solution architecture, project leadership, stakeholder engagement, governance, business continuity.
• Required Experience: 20+ years in enterprise ICT infrastructure, strong experience with Cisco, F5, Microsoft, Azure, Hyper-V/VMware, 10+ years in architecture roles leading large transformations.
• Certifications: TOGAF 9, ITIL, multiple Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCDP).
• Location: Services delivered onsite at GPAA Head Office in Arcadia, Pretoria.
• Project Management Methodology: Waterfall approach with phased implementation, change management, and GPAA-approved Project Management Framework.
• Project Performance Measures: Include approved charters, signed plans, progress reports, risk matrices, expenditure records, milestone sign-offs, implemented solutions within scope/time/budget, and training/testing reports.

7. PROJECT MANAGEMENT METHODOLOGY The GPAA has an approved Project Management Framework that the service provider will adhere to. The waterfall project management methodology will be adopted as follows: 7.1 Phased system implementation approach with clearly articulated milestones, deliverables, activities, and timelines. 7.2 Robust change management plan, communication, and user training. 7.3 System development and deployment. 7.4 Project implementation team comprising of GPAA representatives, ICT.

1.1 The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to invite proposals from suitably and experienced

service providers to provide Senior Solutions, Enterprise and Infrastructure Architect Services as

described in the Scope of Work below.

1.2 This RFP will ensure that the GPAA receives a comprehensive service aligned with the deliverables

and scope as specified below.

• Engage with executive stakeholders to align business and technology strategies.

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• Facilitate workshops, presentations, and architectural discussions.

• Evaluate vendors and technologies for cost, performance, and alignment.

• Manage vendor relationships and contribute to procurement processes.

4.1.3 Required Experience

• 8–10+ years of experience in enterprise IT, with strong focus on solution and enterprise

architecture.

• Proven track record in digital transformation and legacy system modernisation.

• Experience working within complex, regulated environments.

• Strong background in application development, integration, cloud platforms, and DevOps

practices.

• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and large-scale transformation initiatives.

4.1.4 Technical and Framework Expertise

• Architecture Frameworks: TOGAF 9, ITIL Foundation

• Programming & Platforms: Java, Spring Boot, microservices architecture

• Integration Technologies: API design, REST, messaging systems

• Databases: Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, MongoDB

• Cloud Platforms: AWS and Microsoft Azure

• DevOps & Tooling: Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes

• Additional Exposure: Enterprise monitoring tools and managed services environments

4.1.5 Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and collaboration abilities

• Ability to operate effectively across strategic, tactical, and operational levels

• Highly self-motivated, adaptable, and innovative

• Professional with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

4.2 Senior Infrastructure Architect Service

4.2.2 Required Skills and Experience

• 20+ years in enterprise ICT infrastructure (networking, hosting, storage, security).

• Strong experience with Cisco, F5, Microsoft technologies, Azure cloud, Hyper-V/VMware.

• 10+ years in architecture roles with leadership of large transformation programmes.

• Deep expertise in networking, cloud integration, unified communications, datacentre design.
• Experience on a formal System Development Lifecycle Management (SDLC).
• Understanding of Oracle product, licenses, services, renewals and contract management of

services used for the administration of benefits and ensuring high availability to ensure that the

contracted internal and external SLAs are met.

4.2.3 Certifications and Frameworks

• TOGAF 9, ITIL, multiple Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCDP).

• Experience with ISO standards, governance, business process frameworks.

4.2.4 Behavioural Competencies

• Strong strategic thinking

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• Communication

• Leadership

• Adaptability

• Stakeholder management skills

skills sets and attributes, and experience on the following:

1. Company Experience in provision of Architecture services in a pension 10

administration environment

The bidder must complete the template (refer to 11.3 below) listing all their clients

where Architectural services were rendered in the last ten (10) years:

• The name of the company.
• The duration or period (in months) when the project(s) were undertaken.
• The value (amount in Rands) of the projects.
• Specific service that was rendered.
• Contactable reference details of the client.

Disclaimer: failure to provide this information will result in the bidder forfeiting points.

comprehensively demonstrate relevant experience in terms of the services required.

service delivery team to deliver on the service.

Note: CVs demonstrate qualifications and years of experience in the relevant field.

Less than five (5) years 0 Points

Five (5) years, up to seven (7) years with applicable 5 Points

knowledge and skills sets

More than seven (7) years, up to twelve (12) years with 10 Points

applicable knowledge and skills sets

More than twelve (12) years, up to fifteen (15) years with 15 Points

applicable knowledge and skills sets

More than fifteen (15) years with applicable knowledge and 20 Points

skills sets

B – Team member experience, knowledge and skills set

Senior Solutions Architect (as per 4.1)

No letter(s) 0 Points

One (1) letter 1 Points

Two (2) letters 2 Points

Three (3) letters 3 Points

Four (4) or more letters 5 Points

Note: The minimum qualifying score for functionality is seventy (70) points. A bidder who fails to meet

the minimum qualifying score will not be considered for the subsequent phases of evaluation.

11.3 Company Experience Template

Disclaimer: Failure to provide this information will result in forfeiting points.

• Requirements analysis.
• Planning and design.
• Development and configuration.
• Testing (unit, integration, system and user testing).
• Deployment.
• Post-implementation support.

3.7 Reporting and Governance:

including, but not limited to the following:

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8.1 Approved project charters.

8.2 Signed project plans for each project allocated to them.

8.3 Weekly, monthly or quarterly project progress status report prepared and reviewed.

8.4 Project risk matrix or profile.

8.5 Project disbursement pack and project expenditure records.

8.6 Milestone deliverables sign-off documents.

8.7 Implemented solution, within scope, time, and budget.

8.8 Report on user training and system testing conducted.

Attached.

15 company experience template

Refer to 11.3 above.

16 standard supply chain management documents

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Annexure A

(Gpaa)

SCM

Standard Bid Documents

Sbd1

Part a

Invitation to bid

You are hereby invited to bid for requirements of the (name of department/ public entity)

BID NUMBER: RFP 03/2026 CLOSING DATE: 06 July 2026 CLOSING TIME: 11:00 AM

Description senior architect services

BID RESPONSE DOCUMENTS UPLOADED ON THE E-TENDER PORTAL (www.etenders.gov.za)

eTender e-Submission User Guide for Suppliers:

https://www.etenders.gov.za/home/Download/?blobName=5b1eff0a-fa0a-49cd-a7f7-8c85529f81cc.pdf&downloadedFileName=eSubmission%20User%20Manual%20For%20Suppliers.pdf.pdf

Bidding procedure enquiries may be directed to technical enquiries may be directed to:

CONTACT PERSON Bid Administration CONTACT PERSON Bid Administration

Telephone number telephone number

Facsimile number facsimile number

E-MAIL ADDRESS [email protected] E-MAIL ADDRESS [email protected]

Supplier information

Name of bidder

Postal address

Street address

Telephone number code number

Cellphone number

Facsimile number code number

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E-mail address

VAT registration

Number

Supplier tax central

Compliance compliance supplier

Or

Status system pin: database

No: MAAA

ARE YOU THE Yes No Yes No

Accredited

Representative are you a foreign based

In south africa supplier for the goods [if yes, answer the

For the goods [if yes enclose proof] /services offered? Questionnaire below]

/Services

Offered?

Questionnaire to bidding foreign suppliers

Is the entity a resident of the republic of south africa (RSA)? yes NO

Does the entity have a branch in the RSA? yes NO

Does the entity have a permanent establishment in the RSA? yes NO

Does the entity have any source of income in the RSA? yes NO

Is the entity liable in the RSA for any form of taxation? Yes NO

If the answer is “NO” to all of the above, then IT is not a requirement to register for a tax compliance status

System pin code from the south african revenue service (SARS) and if not register as per 2.3 Below.

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Part b

Terms and conditions for bidding

1. Bid submission:

1.1. Bids must be delivered by the stipulated time to the correct address. Late bids will not be

Accepted for consideration.

1.2. All bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not to be re-typed) or in the manner

Prescribed in the bid document.

1.3. This bid is subject to the preferential procurement policy framework act, 2000 and the

Preferential procurement regulations, the general conditions of contract (gcc) and, if

Applicable, any other special conditions of contract.

1.4. The successful bidder will be required to fill in and sign a written contract form (sbd7).

2. Tax compliance requirements

2.1 Bidders must ensure compliance with their tax obligations.

2.2 Bidders are required to submit their unique personal identification number (pin) issued by SARS

To enable the organ of state to verify the taxpayer’s profile and tax status.

2.3 Application for tax compliance status (tcs) pin may be made via e-filing through the SARS

Website www.SARS.GOV.ZA.

2.4 Bidders may also submit a printed tcs certificate together with the bid.

2.5 In bids where consortia / joint ventures / sub-contractors are involved; each party must

Submit a separate tcs certificate / pin / csd number.

2.6 Where NO tcs pin is available but the bidder is registered on the central supplier database

(Csd), a csd number must be provided.

2.7 NO bids will be considered from persons in the service of the state, companies with directors

Who are persons in the service of the state, or close corporations with members persons in

The service of the state.”

Nb: failure to provide / or comply with any of the above particulars may render the bid invalid.

Signature of bidder: ...................................................

Capacity under which this bid is signed: ...................................................

(Proof of authority must be submitted e.g. company resolution)

Date: .................................

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Sbd 4

Bidder’s disclosure

1. Purpose of the form

Any person (natural or juristic) may make an offer or offers in terms of this invitation to bid. In line with the

principles of transparency, accountability, impartiality, and ethics as enshrined in the Constitution of the Republic

of South Africa and further expressed in various pieces of legislation, it is required for the bidder to make this

declaration in respect of the details required hereunder.

Where a person/s are listed in the Register for Tender Defaulters and / or the List of Restricted Suppliers, that

person will automatically be disqualified from the bid process.

2. Bidder’s declaration

2.1 Is the bidder, or any of its directors / trustees / shareholders / members / partners or any person having a

controlling interest1 in the enterprise, employed by the state? YES/NO

2.1.1 If so, furnish particulars of the names, individual identity numbers, and, if applicable, state employee numbers of

sole proprietor/ directors / trustees / shareholders / members/ partners or any person having a controlling interest

in the enterprise, in table below.

Full Name Identity Number Name of State institution

1 the power, by one person or a group of persons holding the majority of the equity of an enterprise, alternatively, the

person/s having the deciding vote or power to influence or to direct the course and decisions of the enterprise.

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2.2 Do you, or any person connected with the bidder, have a relationship with any person who is employed by the

procuring institution? YES/NO

2.2.1 If so, furnish particulars:

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2.3 Does the bidder or any of its directors / trustees / shareholders / members / partners or any person having a

controlling interest in the enterprise have any interest in any other related enterprise whether or not they are

bidding for this contract? YES/NO

2.3.1 If so, furnish particulars:

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have been implemented.

2.7 Client contact centre (call centre service), that will ultimately be fully integrated with the back-end

systems, which in turn integrate into the Benefit Administration system.

2.8 Client self-service mobile and web app, which was built in-house and is in the process of being

expanded to provide more functionality and features to the clients of the GPAA.

2.9 Oracle IAM: Oracle Identity and Access Management (IAM) provides a robust framework for

managing user identities, access controls, and governance across cloud and on-premises

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environments. It is designed to secure enterprise applications and workloads while ensuring

compliance with regulatory requirements.

2.9.1 Key Components of Oracle IAM: Oracle IAM architecture is built around several core

components that work together to manage identities and access:

• Oracle Directory Services: This provides centralised storage and management of user

identities, credentials, and attributes. It includes Oracle Unified Directory, which ensures

high performance and secure identity storage.

• Oracle Access Management: This component handles authentication and authorisation

for web-based applications. It enforces access control policies, enabling secure access

to resources based on user roles and conditions.

• Oracle Identity Governance: This platform automates identity lifecycle management,

including user account creation, modification, and access privilege assignments. It

ensures compliance through identity intelligence and actionable analytics.

2.9.2 Features of Oracle IAM: Oracle IAM supports a wide range of features to meet enterprise

security needs:

• Authentication and Single Sign-On (SSO): Simplifies user access across multiple

applications with secure authentication mechanisms.

• Identity Lifecycle Management: Automates user provisioning, de-provisioning, and

access reviews.

• Access Governance: Provides insights into access entitlements and ensures

compliance through periodic reviews.

• Risk-Based Authentication: Incorporates context-aware and adaptive authentication to

mitigate security risks.

• Integration: Supports hybrid environments by integrating with third-party applications,

custom systems, and industry standards.

9.1 Bidders must pay attention to the Standard Conditions of Tender and all other aspect of the RFP

document.

9.2 Bidders must submit their complete bid electronically via the National Treasury eTender Portal

(www.etenders.gov.za).

9.3 No physical submissions, hand‐delivered documents, or courier deliveries will be accepted.

9.4 No envelopes, packaging, or physical labelling requirements apply.

9.5 Late submissions cannot be uploaded after the closing date and time; the eTender Portal will

automatically prevent late uploads.

9.6 Bidders are responsible for ensuring successful electronic upload before the closing time. GPAA

will not be held liable for unsuccessful electronic uploads.

9.7 The GPAA requires that the Pricing Schedule (SBD 3.3) be uploaded separately on the eTender

system and clearly labelled as such. All company details—including the full company name,

physical address, contact number, email address, contact person, and the bid closing date—must

be entered correctly in the fields provided on the eTender portal

10.1 Bidders must complete the prescribed SBD 3.3 Pricing Schedule electronically in the format

provided and upload the fully completed and signed document via the National Treasury eTender

Portal (www.etenders.gov.za) as part of their online submission.

10.2 The pricing schedule must be uploaded as a separate electronic file clearly labelled “Pricing

Schedule (SBD 3.3)”.

10.3 An incomplete, unsigned, or partially signed pricing schedule — including any missing initials or

any field left blank where information, signatures, or initials are required — will be deemed

non‐compliant and will result in automatic disqualification.

10.4 Bidders should populate the attached SBD 3.3 excel pricing schedule digitally on shaded rows,

print the populated document, sign and upload on eTender portal.

10.5 Only the financial proposal of acceptable bidders will be further evaluated.

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company, business interest, any judgement against the company or directors.

As per section 2(1)(f) of the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2001, the GPAA may award

the bid to a bidder that did not score the highest total points (price points plus points for specific goals),

should objective criteria justify the award to another bidder.

14 pricing schedule

• Pricing Format: Complete the prescribed SBD 3.3 Pricing Schedule electronically, print, sign, and upload as a separate file labelled “Pricing Schedule (SBD 3.3)” on the eTender portal.
• Disqualification Risk: An incomplete, unsigned, or partially signed pricing schedule (including missing initials or blank fields) will be deemed non-compliant and result in automatic disqualification.
• Evaluation: Only the financial proposal of acceptable bidders will be evaluated in Phase 4.
• Preference System: The 80/20 preference point system applies (80 points for price, 20 points for specific goals).

• Central Supplier Database (CSD): The bidder must be registered on the CSD. If not, provide a CSD number.
• Tax Compliance: Submit a valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN issued by SARS or a printed TCS certificate. For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors, each party must submit separate proof.
• B-BBEE: Must submit proof of B-BBEE status level (certificate, sworn affidavit, or CIPC certificate) as per the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act.
• Standard Documents: Complete SBD 1 and SBD 4 in full.
• Restrictions: No bids accepted from persons in the service of the state or companies with directors/members in the service of the state.

• Act as lead architect on major transformation and infrastructure projects.

• Provide technical leadership across the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

• Conduct proof-of-concepts (POCs), support decision-making, and manage architectural risks.

• Collaborate with project managers, developers, engineering, and operations teams to ensure

successful delivery.

• Perform quality reviews, risk assessments, and ensure operational readiness.

capital, efforts, skill and knowledge in an activity for the execution of a contract.

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except to provide clarification on the bid submitted where so required by the institution; and the bidder was not

involved in the drafting of the specifications or terms of reference for this bid.

1.7 I am aware that, in addition and without prejudice to any other remedy provided to combat any restrictive practices

related to bids and contracts, bids that are suspicious will be reported to the Competition Commission for

investigation and possible imposition of administrative penalties in terms of section 59 of the Competition Act No

and or may be reported to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) for criminal investigation and or

may be restricted from conducting business with the public sector for a period not exceeding ten (10) years in

terms of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act No or any other applicable legislation.

I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION FURNISHED IN PARAGRAPHS 1, 2 and 3 ABOVE IS CORRECT.

I accept that the state may reject the bid or act against me in terms of paragraph 6

Of PFMA SCM instruction /22 on preventing and combating abuse in the

historically disadvantaged by unfair discrimination on the basis of race, gender and

disability including the implementation of programmes of the Reconstruction and

Development Programme as published in Government Gazette No. 16085 dated

23 November 1994.

2.1.21 “tender for income-generating contracts” means a written offer in the form

determined by an organ of state in response to an invitation for the origination of

income-generating contracts through any method envisaged in legislation that will

result in a legal agreement between the organ of state and a third party that

produces revenue for the organ of state, and includes, but is not limited to, leasing

and disposal of assets and concession contracts, excluding direct sales and

disposal of assets through public auctions

2.1.22 “Youth” means persons between the ages of 14 and 35 as defined in the National

Youth Commission Act of 1996.

• Architect Java-based and cloud-native solutions using microservices, APIs, and event-driven

patterns.

• Design and govern integrations using RESTful services, messaging, and middleware platforms.

• Ensure adherence to non-functional requirements including security, performance, scalability, and

reliability.

the bidder may score low points for experience.

Disclaimer: Should the proposed CVs no longer be available at the time of award of

the tender, the same calibre of CVs must be proposed for the bidder to remain an

acceptable bidder. Non-compliance may lead to disqualification/termination of a

contract.

A – Team member experience, knowledge and skills set

Senior Solutions Architect (as per 4.1)

of compliance based on misrepresentations of facts, whether made by the party

claiming compliance or by any other person.

2.1.10 “Indian” means people identified by the Department of Home Affairs assigned to

the Indian ethnic group, and who are citizens of the Republic of South Africa by

birth or descent; or who became citizens of the Republic of South Africa by

naturalisation before 27 April 1994; or on or after 27 April 1994 and who would have

been entitled to acquire citizenship by naturalisation prior to that date. Generally

considered to be people of South Asian descent.

2.1.11 “Locality” means that the enterprise has either its head office or an operational

office located in that location AND they are in procession of proof of locality.

2.1.12 “Ownership” includes exercisable voting rights in the enterprise; economic interest

in the enterprise (including Employee Share Ownership Programmes, Broad-based

Ownership Schemes). The definition in the Ownership Element of the B-BBEE

Amendment Act of 2013 and the codes of good practice provides more information

on ownership.

2.1.13 “Proof of Disability” means:

2.1.13.1 A completed SARS “Confirmation of Diagnosis of Disability” form endorsed by a duly

registered medical practitioner which will remain valid for 10 years where the disability is of

a permanent nature;

2.1.13.2 A medical report and functional assessment report confirming the disability; or

2.1.13.3 A SASSA disability grant.

2.1.14 “Proof of Locality” means:

2.1.14.1 A municipal rates invoice in the name of the company submitting the bid that has been

issued within the l9ast three months;

2.1.14.2 An affidavit or equivalent from an authorised traditional leaders or local councillor in regions

where municipal rates invoices are not available, showing the township name and ERF

number or physical address;

2.1.14.3 A signed lease with a property owner located in that municipality/township (GPAA may

request a recent statement from the landlord);

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2.1.14.4 A utilities rates statement (examples, Eskom or Telkom fixed line service) showing the

physical address and eh company or director name; or

2.1.14.5 A bank statement showing the company name and address.

2.1.15 “Proof of Ownership” means:

2.1.15.1 The percentage (%) ownership indicated on the Central Supplier Database. The CSD

integrates with the systems at Home Affairs (demographic information); Companies and

Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) (for company information such as shareholding);

and other databases (such as the banks).

2.1.16 “Proof of B-BBEE status level of contributor” means:

2.1.16.1 B-BBEE Status level certificate issued by an authorized body or person (such as a SANAS

verification agent);

2.1.16.2 A sworn affidavit as prescribed by the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice;

2.1.16.3 A CIPC B-BBEE certificate; or

2.1.16.4 Any other requirement prescribed in terms of the B-BBEE Act.

2.1.17 “price” means an amount of money tendered for goods or services, and includes

all applicable taxes less all unconditional discounts;

2.1.18 “QSE” means a qualifying small business enterprise in terms of a code of good

practice on black economic empowerment issued in terms of section 9 (1) of the

Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act; a QSE has between R10m and

R50m annual revenue, unless specified differently in a sector code.

2.1.19 “Rand value” means the total estimated value of a contract in Rand, calculated at

the time of the tender invitation.

2.1.20 “Specific Goals” means those goals as contemplated in section 2(1)(d) of the

11.1 Phase 1 – Mandatory Technical Criteria Mandatory Technical Criteria Below are minimum requirements that are essential to the successful completion of work/projects, which will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Bidders who fail to meet these requirements are given no further consideration. Bidders must complete below whether the service delivery team possess current knowledge, skills sets and attributes, and experience on the following: Do not Comply Criteria comply (YES) (NO) Bidders must be accredited on SITA RFB 1183 (Business Solutions Delivery Services). Bidders must have a physical presence in Gauteng, in line with the requirements of SITA RFB 1183. Bids must be submitted to the GPAA (via etender portal) on or before 06 July 2026 at 11h00 AM Bidders’ proposed resources for the Senior Solutions Architect Services role have the required certifications: TOGAF 9, ITIL, multiple Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCDP). Bidders’ proposed resources for the Senior Infrastructure Architect Service role has the required certifications: TOGAF 9, ITIL, multiple Cisco certifications (CCNA/CCNP/CCDP).

11. Overall evaluation process..................................................................................... 12

The system provides functionality for both online and batch processing that is required for

The system provides the functionality to scan and index content (using the Oculus Scan and Index

11.5 Phase 4 – Price and Preference Evaluation

Only qualifying bidders will be evaluated on price and preference as per the Preferential Procurement

The 80/20 Preference System will be used for this tender, where a maximum of 80 points is allocated to

price and a maximum of 20 points allocated for specific goals as per the PPR2022.

The relevant formula for scoring price points and the methodology for scoring preference points (specific

goals) is documented in the SBD6.1. Bidders must ensure that they complete the SBD6.1 to claim points

for specific goals. Bidders that do not submit the correctly completed SBD6.1 with the original bid

submission will not score points for specific goals. An incomplete, unsigned, or partially signed pricing

the bid to a bidder that did not score the highest total points (price points plus points for specific goals),

• the 80/20 system for requirements with a Rand value of up to R50,000,000 (all
• The 90/10 system for requirements with a Rand value over R50,000,000 (including all
• Either the 90/10 or 80/20 preference point system will be applicable in this tender. The

1.2 Points for this bid shall be awarded for

1.2.2 Specific goals.

1.3 The points for price and the points for specific goals will be added and subject to section

2(1)(f) of the PPPFA, the award will be to the bidder that scores the highest points.

to mean that points for specific goals are not claimed.

time subsequently, to substantiate any claim in regard to preferences, in any manner required

GPAA and to implement data quality monitoring and management tools until the new capabilities

expanded to provide more functionality and features to the clients of the GPAA.

Number of Letters Points

No letter(s) 0 Points