Objectives

The primary objective is to procure, deliver, and professionally configure seven (7) Hytera PTC 680 TETRA radio devices to establish secure, reliable, mission-critical communication capabilities for municipal operational teams.

Scope

The successful bidder is responsible for the complete supply, physical delivery, and initial configuration of the specified radio units. This includes ensuring all devices meet mandatory technical specifications, comply with municipal supply chain management regulations, and are delivered within the agreed timeframe. The scope also encompasses providing all required compliance documentation, tax verification records, and preference point claim forms.

Technical Requirements

• Quantity: 7 units of Hytera PTC 680 TETRA radios.
• Operating System & Performance: Android 7.0, 8-core 1.8 GHz processor, 3 GB RAM, 32 GB eMMC storage (expandable via microSD).
• Displays: 3.6-inch capacitive touchscreen (glove-compatible) and a 0.092-inch monochrome status screen.
• Sensors & Imaging: 8 MP fixed-focus camera; proximity, ambient light, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, and barometer.
• Connectivity: TETRA narrowband, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual-band), Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and multi-constellation GNSS (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BDS, QZSS).
• Power: 2,400 mAh standard lithium-polymer battery; optional 4,000 mAh extended battery.
• Ruggedness & Security: Military-grade durability, advanced ingress protection, AES-256 encryption, SE Android security framework, remote lock/wipe, batch configuration, and hardware push-to-talk (PTT) button.
• Pricing & Validity: All prices must be firm and VAT-inclusive. Bids remain valid for a minimum of 60 days after closing.

Skills Requirements

While not explicitly itemized, the tender implicitly requires bidders to demonstrate:

• Proven experience in supplying and configuring professional TETRA communication equipment.
• Technical proficiency to perform initial device configuration, security provisioning, and network integration testing.
• Strong administrative and compliance capabilities to accurately complete municipal bidding forms, submit valid B-BBEE certificates, SARS PIN documentation, and proof of municipal service payment clearance.
• Logistical competence to ensure timely delivery and provide post-delivery technical support as stipulated in the contract.

Explanation of Unusual or Complicated Terms

• TETRA (Terrestrial Trunked Radio): A globally recognized digital radio standard engineered for public safety, emergency services, and utilities. It provides encrypted voice and data transmission, high reliability, and seamless coverage across wide areas.
• DMO/TMO: Direct Mode Operation allows direct device-to-device communication without relying on a central repeater or network. Trunked Mode Operation utilizes a centralized network infrastructure for efficient channel sharing and broader coverage.
• SE Android: A Security-Enhanced version of the Android operating system, specifically hardened for government and enterprise use to prevent unauthorized access, malware, and data breaches.
• 80/20 Preference Points System: A South African procurement evaluation model where 80% of scoring weight is allocated to price competitiveness, and 20% is distributed based on socio-economic goals, specifically Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) status and geographic locality within the municipality.
• MBD Forms: Standard Municipal Bidding Documents mandated by South African law, covering legal declarations, tax compliance, anti-collusion certificates, and supply chain integrity attestations.