What the tender required and what the award supports
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Summary
Stellenbosch municipality is inviting bids for the provision of disaster recovery colocation, internet connectivity, and WAN services for a three-year period starting 1 july 2026. This tender is aimed at service providers capable of maintaining critical municipal network infrastructure and disaster recovery capabilities.
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Review in progress
The information shown on this card is preliminary. Our procurement team is currently finalising the submission guidelines, evaluation criteria, technical specifications, financial requirements, and compliance sections so you have a clean, bid-ready summary to work from. Document being finalised: BSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf. You don’t need to refresh — this page will pick up the updated review automatically.
DocumentBSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf
Award analysis coverage
0 of 1 source documents fully reviewed. Unstated details are identified only after complete source review.
technical scope
5 sourced criteria
financial capacity
1 sourced criteria
pricing
Source analysis requires completion or review
compliance returnables
1 sourced criteria
evaluation
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experience
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personnel
Source analysis requires completion or review
equipment capacity
Source analysis requires completion or review
delivery contract
1 sourced criteria
equity registrations
2 sourced criteria
What the buyer was looking for
1Inferred operational need
Disaster recovery colocation services for 1 July 2026 – 30 June 2029
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
An award confirms appointment. It does not prove why a supplier was selected, that every qualification remains current, or that delivery was completed successfully.
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Bid-ready summary
Compliance review in progress
Important Dates
Source: BSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf
Closing date: 11 May 2026 at 12:00. Compulsory clarification meeting: 22 April 2026 at 14:00, starting at the Stellenbosch Municipality Main Building Entrance Foyer, 17 Plein Street, Stellenbosch.
Contact Information
Source: BSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf
Source: BSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf
Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number 'B/SM 98/26' and the project title. The envelope must be deposited in the tender box at the Stellenbosch Municipality, Town House Complex (Main Building between Town Hall and Municipal Library), Plein Street, Stellenbosch. Late, electronic, telephonic, or faxed tenders will not be considered. All documents must be completed in non-erasable ink; the use of correction fluid or tape is prohibited. All bids must be valid for 180 days after the closing date.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: BSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf
The tender will be evaluated based on an 80/20 preference points system: 80 points for price, 10 points for B-BBEE status level, and 10 points for locality. Evaluation will also consider relevant specifications, value for money, and the bidder's capability to execute the contract.
Technical Specifications
Source: BSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf
The scope includes the provision of disaster recovery colocation, internet connectivity, and WAN services for the period 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2029. The successful bidder will be required to sign a Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Financial Requirements
Source: BSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf
The total bid price must be inclusive of VAT. A non-refundable fee of R320.00 is required for hard copies of the tender document (alternatively available free online). The municipality may require performance security within 30 days of contract award.
Compliance Requirements
Source: BSM 98 26 Provision of disaster recovery colocation internet connectivity and WAN services ending 30 June 2029 with adverts.pdf
Mandatory requirements include: 1. Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD). 2. Valid tax compliance status (SARS PIN). 3. Attendance at the compulsory clarification meeting. 4. Submission of all required MBD forms (4, 6.1, 8, 9, 10). 5. Proof of B-BBEE status (accredited certificate or original sworn affidavit). 6. Proof of locality (business address, lease agreement, or sworn affidavit). 7. No outstanding municipal accounts.
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
2Inferred operational need
Internet connectivity provision for the same period
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
3Inferred operational need
WAN services covering the municipality’s network
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
4Inferred operational need
Open‑tender bid process with closing date 11 May 2026
Why it matters: This is a qualified operational interpretation of the stored scope, not a stated mandatory or scored criterion.
Inferred from stored analysis; verify against the source document. No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
5Mandatory requirement
Compulsory briefing at Stellenbosch Municipality Main Building Entrance Foyer, 17 Plein Street
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Source: AI key requirements · requirements
Known supplier evidence
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
6Mandatory requirement
The total bid price must be inclusive of VAT. A non-refundable fee of R320.00 is required for hard copies of the tender document (alternatively available free online). The municipality may require performance security within 30 days of contract award.
Threshold: 30 days
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
7Mandatory requirement
Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender number 'B/SM 98/26' and the project title. The envelope must be deposited in the tender box at the Stellenbosch Municipality, Town House Complex (Main Building between Town Hall and Municipal Library), Plein Street, Stellenbosch. Late, electronic, telephonic, or faxed tenders will not be considered. All documents must be completed in non-erasable ink; the use of correction fluid or tape is prohibited. All bids must be valid for 180 days after the closing date.
Threshold: 180 days
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
8Delivery obligation
The scope includes the provision of disaster recovery colocation, internet connectivity, and WAN services for the period 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2029. The successful bidder will be required to sign a Service Level Agreement (SLA).
Why it matters: The source says this applies after appointment and concerns contract delivery.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
Tenders-SA records other appointments with overlapping scope terms for IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP.
Qualified inference
Supported inference
The recorded history supports exposure to related scope, but does not establish the bid evidence submitted or current delivery capacity.
Related historical records suggest exposure; they do not prove bid contents, current capacity, or delivery.
9Scored criterion
The tender will be evaluated based on an 80/20 preference points system: 80 points for price, 10 points for B-BBEE status level, and 10 points for locality. Evaluation will also consider relevant specifications, value for money, and the bidder's capability to execute the contract.
Threshold: 80 points
Why it matters: The source places this item in the evaluation criteria; the recorded weight or threshold is shown when available.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.
The linked award records IZWI TECHNOLOGY GROUP as appointed for this tender. Recorded contract value: 319490 ZAR.
Qualified inference
Inference only
The successful bid likely addressed this expectation, but the submitted evidence and evaluation reason are unavailable.
The linked award confirms appointment only, not the submitted qualification or reason for selection.
10Mandatory requirement
Mandatory requirements include: 1. Registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD). 2. Valid tax compliance status (SARS PIN). 3. Attendance at the compulsory clarification meeting. 4. Submission of all required MBD forms (4, 6.1, 8, 9, 10). 5. Proof of B-BBEE status (accredited certificate or original sworn affidavit). 6. Proof of locality (business address, lease agreement, or sworn affidavit). 7. No outstanding municipal accounts.
Why it matters: The source identifies this as a mandatory or eligibility condition for a compliant bid.
No source document identifier is stored for this item.