Vmware vsphere standard license provision for trade & investment kwazulu-natal

• Closing Date and Time: 22 July 2026 at 12:00 PM.
• Briefing Session: Not applicable (N/A).
• Clarification Deadline: Not specified.

• All enquiries and submissions must be directed via email to: [email protected].
• No physical address, phone number, or named contact person is provided.

• Submit your quotation via email to [email protected] before or on the closing date and time.
• Ensure the RFQ number (RFQ202627/23) is inserted in the email subject line.
• Late or incomplete submissions will be invalidated.
• Your quotation must remain open for acceptance for 90 days from the RFQ closing date.
• Returnable documents required:

1. Quotation on company letterhead.
2. Completed and signed Declaration of Interest (SBD 4).
3. Completed and signed Invitation to Bid (SBD1 - Part A & B).
4. Completed and signed POPIA consent form.
5. Completed and signed preference points claim form (SBD6.1).
6. Copy of CSD Report or MAAA Number.

• Failure to provide required information may lead to disqualification.

• Quotation on company letterhead.
• Completed and signed SBD 4.
• Completed and signed SBD1 (Part A & B).
• Completed and signed POPIA consent form.
• Completed and signed SBD6.1.
• Copy of CSD Report or MAAA Number.

Must be an authorized VMware reseller/partner with valid certificate. Must be registered on Central Supplier Database (CSD). Must comply with all SBD form requirements. Must quote on exact specification (single vSphere Standard license for specified host). Late or incomplete submissions will be invalid. Tax compliance verified via CSD/SARS.

Scope: Provision of one VMware vSphere Standard license.

Host Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Dell Inc.
• Model: PowerEdge R740
• CPU: 16 CPUs × Intel(R) Xeon(R) Silver 4208 @ 2.10 GHz
• Memory (RAM): 95.56 GB
• Storage: 7.64 TB
• Software: VMware ESXi
• OS Type: vmnix-x86
• API Type: HostAgent
• API Version: 8.0.3.70
• Version: 8.0.3
• Bios Version: 2.13.3
• Patch Level: 0.135
• ESXi Build: 24674464
• Client Build No.: 23593406
• Fullname: VMware ESXi 8.0.3 build-24674464-A04
• Product Name: VMware ESX Server
• Product Version: 8.0
• VMware Host Client: 2.18.0 GA
• Serial Number: GKBYHH3

Background: The current free VMware ESXi hypervisor lacks vStorage API support, preventing advanced backup tools and creating data protection risks.

• Price must include all applicable taxes (VAT).
• No detailed pricing schedule, rates, or payment schedule is provided.

• Price quotations must be inclusive of all applicable taxes (including VAT).
• Price carries 80 points in the evaluation.
• No bonds, guarantees, or payment terms are specified.
• Bidders bear all costs associated with bid preparation and submission.

• Mandatory: Proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) or SARS PIN.
• Mandatory: Authorised VMware Reseller Certificate or partner proof.
• Required Forms: Completed and signed SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest), SBD1 (Invitation to Bid), POPIA consent form, SBD 6.1 (Preference Points Claim).
• Tax Compliance: Tax status will be verified via CSD or SARS e-Filing; non-compliance may lead to exclusion per National Treasury Instruction.
• B-BBEE: Specific goals include points for 100% black-owned enterprises (10 points) and enterprises located in KZN province (10 points). Proof required as per evaluation criteria.
• No CIDB, CIPC, or professional registration requirements stated.

• The successful bidder must sign a written contract form (SBD7).
• The quotation must remain open for acceptance for 90 days from the RFQ closing date.
• No contract is formed until a formal award is issued.
• Bidders bear all costs of bidding; no liability is accepted by Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal.
• Fraudulent claims may lead to disqualification, contract cancellation, cost recovery, restriction from state business for up to 10 years, and criminal prosecution.

• Quotation must remain open for acceptance for 90 days.
• No contract exists until formal award.
• Bidders bear all bidding costs.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Provide authorised VMware reseller certificate or partner proof.

SCM Administrative Requirements:

• Submit proof of CSD registration/SARS PIN.
• Complete and sign SBD 4, SBD1, POPIA form, SBD 6.1.
• Provide VMware partner/reseller documentation.

Compliance Requirements:

• Quote exactly as per specifications; quoting fewer items invalidates bid.
• Only compliant bids proceed to price and specific goals evaluation.

• Price: 80 points.
• Specific Goals: 20 points (10 for 100% black ownership, 10 for KZN-based enterprise).
• Proof required as per main evaluation criteria.