Provision of Ict Support Services for Thirty Six36months

ULM-CORP 004/27

2026-10-22 10:00

2026-11-06 12:00

Umzimkhulu Local Municipality

Computer Networks Installation and Maintenance, Computer Software Supply and License Management, ICT Hardware, Software And Network Support Services, Information and Communications Technology

KwaZulu-Natal, Umzimkhulu

Umzimkhulu Local Municipality

Umzimkhulu Local Municipality Tenders

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Tender Summary

Summary of Tender: Provision of ICT Support Services (36 Months)

Objectives

The primary objective is to appoint a single accountable ICT support service provider for a 36-month period to supplement the municipality’s internal ICT capacity. The contract focuses on delivering qualified, certified specialists for project-specific, advanced, and high-risk technical assignments. Key goals include providing controlled access to expert resources without replacing municipal staff, transferring institutional knowledge to internal personnel, controlling costs through predefined ceiling rates and measurable deliverables, and supplying independent technical advisory services.

Scope of Services

Services are delivered on an ad-hoc basis via Task Directives (TDs), which are formal work orders issued when the municipality identifies a need. The scope covers eleven core domains:

  • Infrastructure and data centre services (servers, storage, virtualization, backup)
  • Network services (LAN/WAN, wireless, SD-WAN, routing)
  • Cybersecurity services (perimeter security, endpoint protection, vulnerability management)
  • Microsoft Modern Workplace and cloud services (Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Azure)
  • ICT governance, risk, and compliance
  • Architecture and technical advisory services
  • Database and enterprise application services
  • Disaster recovery and business continuity planning
  • ICT project management, quality assurance, and procurement support
  • Unified communications and collaboration platforms
  • Other specialized ICT support directly related to the above domains

Technical Requirements

Bidders must demonstrate a comprehensive technical methodology addressing all scope areas. The contract operates under a strict Task Directive process where every assignment requires written approval, defined deliverables, budget ceilings, and scheduled knowledge transfer before execution. Invoicing is strictly tied to approved timesheets or milestone acceptance. Service Levels Agreements (SLAs) mandate priority-based response and resolution targets (P1–P4), ranging from immediate critical interventions to standard advisory requests. All work must comply with municipal change-management protocols, POPIA data protection standards, and rigorous information security controls, including least-privilege access, multi-factor authentication, and mandatory activity logging. Unauthorised work outside signed TDs will not be compensated.

Skills Requirements

The provider must maintain immediate access to twelve distinct specialist roles. Each role requires a minimum National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 6 or 7, relevant professional certifications, and five to seven years of hands-on experience. A single specialist may cover up to two compatible roles if fully qualified. Required specialisations include:

  • Network Engineer (CCNP/Cisco/Meraki)
  • Server and Infrastructure Engineer (MCSA/MCSE/Vendor storage)
  • Cybersecurity Specialist (CISSP/CISM/CRISC/OSCP)
  • Microsoft 365 and Cloud Specialist (Role-based Microsoft/Azure certifications)
  • ICT Governance and Compliance Specialist (CISA/CISM/COBIT/ISO 27001)
  • ICT Project Manager (PMP/PRINCE2/Agile)
  • Systems/Solutions Architect (TOGAF/Microsoft/AWS)
  • Database Specialist (SQL/Oracle/Cloud DB certifications)
  • Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Specialist (CBCI/ISO 22301/Veeam)
  • Unified Communications and Collaboration Specialist (Microsoft Teams/voice platforms)
  • Enterprise Application Specialist (Integration/application support certifications)
  • Business Analyst (IT/business analysis qualifications)

Explanation of Unusual or Complicated Terms

  • Task Directive (TD): A formal, binding work order that defines the scope, deliverables, budget ceiling, timeline, and assigned specialist for each assignment. No work begins without a signed TD and official job card.
  • 80/20 Preference Point System: A procurement scoring model where 80% of evaluation points are awarded for price competitiveness and 20% for Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) ownership goals.
  • Ceiling Rates: Fixed maximum hourly and daily billing rates quoted for three contract years. Providers may charge at or below these rates but never exceed them, with no escalation permitted during the contract term.
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