The Appointment of a Service Provider to Configure and Implement Disaster Recovery (dr) of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s (dffe) Electronic Document Management System (edms) for a Period of Six (6) Months Using Sita Transversal Contract Rfb 1183.

DFFE-SITA005 (25/26)

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Tender Closed on: 2026-03-30 11:00

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery, Computer Backup Hardware, Software and Support, Computer Software Supply and License Management, Computer, Server and Networking Equipment, ICT Hardware, Software And Network Support Services, Information and Communications Technology, Records Management, Digital Imaging and Electronic Archiving

Gauteng, Pretoria

Department of Environment, Forestry and Fisheries

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Tender Number: DFFE-SITA005 (25/26)
Department: National - Environment, Forestry and Fisheries
Tender Type: Request for Bid(Open-Tender)
Province: National
Closing Date: Monday, 30 March 2026 - 11:00
Place where goods, works or services are required: 473 cnr Steve Biko Rd and Soutpanberg Rd - Arcadia - Pretoria - 0001
Special Conditions: N/A
ENQUIRIES:
Contact Person: SCM Official
Email: [email protected]
Telephone number: 012-399-9892
FAX Number: N/A
BRIEFING SESSION:
Is there a briefing session?: NO Is it compulsory? NO
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Tender Summary

Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a qualified service provider to design, configure, and implement a Disaster Recovery (DR) solution for the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s (DFFE) Electronic Document Management System (EDMS). The DR solution aims to ensure the EDMS remains available, recoverable, and resilient during and after disruptive incidents, thereby mitigating operational, compliance, and reputational risks.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

  • Designing and configuring a comprehensive DR solution for the EDMS hosted on Microsoft Azure.
  • Implementing the DR solution, including data replication, failover testing, and validation.
  • Covering components such as Oracle Database 19c, OpenText application, servers, and related configurations.
  • Delivering detailed architecture, data replication plans (Oracle Active Data Guard, OpenText backups), and recovery procedures.
  • Conducting DR testing, simulations, and providing training for support staff.
  • Providing maintenance and support for a period of three (3) months post-implementation.
  • Completing the project within six (6) months from the date of appointment.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

  • Development of a detailed DR architecture aligned with the EDMS environment.
  • Implementation of a fully operational DR solution on Azure with tested failover capabilities.
  • Establishment of data replication strategies for Oracle Database 19c (using Oracle Active Data Guard) and OpenText applications (including backups and integrity checks).
  • Preparation of comprehensive DR and Data Replication Plans, including step-by-step recovery procedures.
  • Execution of DR drills and simulations to validate the solution’s effectiveness.
  • Provision of training sessions for administrators and support staff to ensure operational readiness.
  • Post-implementation support and maintenance for three months.

Skills Requirements

The tender requires the following skills and expertise from the service provider:

  • Project Management: Proven experience in managing DR projects, with qualifications recognized by SAQA (e.g., degree in Computer Science, Project Management, or related fields).
  • Technical Expertise in Cloud and Disaster Recovery: Demonstrable experience in designing and implementing DR solutions on Microsoft Azure, including data replication (Oracle Data Guard) and application backup strategies (OpenText Content Server).
  • Database Administration: At least 5 years of experience in Oracle Database 19c administration, including replication and disaster recovery.
  • Application Support: Experience with OpenText Content Server and related enterprise applications.
  • Implementation and Testing: Ability to develop detailed architecture, execute DR testing, and conduct simulations effectively.
  • Training and Skills Transfer: Capacity to train support staff and transfer operational knowledge.
  • Support and Maintenance: Ability to provide post-implementation support and maintenance services.
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