# Appointment of a Service Provider for the Supply of Core and CPE Routers

> This tender closed on 2026-09-17.

- **Reference:** SENT/024/2026-27
- **Issuer:** [Sentech Limited](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/sentech-limited.md)
- **Region:** Gauteng
- **Type:** Open tender
- **Published:** 2026-08-26
- **Closing date:** 2026-09-17 14:00 SAST
- **Briefing:** 2026-09-02 12:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Telecommunications](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/J61.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Supply of Core and CPE Routers to support Sentech’s network integration (2000 CPE routers and 115 core routers).** This is an Open-Tender for a service provider to supply specified router hardware, with two-envelope evaluation (technical then financial). Target bidders: network equipment suppliers capable of delivering core and CPE routers that meet the mandatory technical specs and the broader procurement rules (GCC/SCC, BBBEE, tax/compliance). Key docs and references are in the Bid Pack (e.g., Tender Data, SBD forms, and Contract Data).

#### Requirements
- Ability to supply the specified Core and CPE routers matching the mandatory technical criteria (detailed in Tender Data 23.1–23.2) and to pass a risk assessment.
- Compliance with General and Special Conditions of Contract; signed Contract Data; performance security within 30 days of award.
- Tax and regulatory compliance: SARS Tax Compliance Status or CSD registration; no disqualifying affiliations; foreign or local supplier tax obligations as applicable.
- Complete all returnable documents (e.g., SBD 1, SBD 4, SBD 5, SBD 6.1, board/joint-venture resolutions, etc.) and adhere to the two-envelope submission format.
- BBBEE: provide valid BBBEE certificate; comply with transformation plans if requested.
- Warranty, delivery, penalties, and dispute resolution as per GCC/SCC (documented in General Conditions of Contract; Contract Data).
- Vendor risk considerations include background checks and potential disqualification for non-compliance or corrupt practices.

#### How to Apply
- Submission deadline: 17 September 2026 at 12:00. Late bids not accepted. (SBD1 notice)
- Submission method: either hand-delivered to Sentech offices or via the eTender Portal; two envelopes required (Envelope One: Technical; Envelope Two: Financial). Do not mix contents. (SBD1; Tender Data)
- Briefing: non-compulsory briefing on Microsoft Teams on 02 September 2026 at 10:00; request to join by 31 August 2026 via tendera@sentech.co.za. (Tender Data)
- Documents to submit: completed returnable documents, signed bid forms, Contract Data, and pricing schedules; attach SBD forms and board/joint-venture resolutions as applicable. (List of returnable documents; SBD1; Contract Data)
- Registrations: ensure tax clearance (SARS TCS PIN or CSD number) and CIDB status if applicable. (SBD1; SBD4)
- Where to obtain documents: via Sentech eTender Portal or tender box address (07/12 pages in Bid Pack). (SBD1; 03 List of returnable documents)

Documents mentioned as sources for details: SBD1 Notice & Invitation; Tender Data; List of Returnable Documents; Contract Data; General Conditions of Contract. (04 SBD1; 05 Tender Data; 03 List of returnable documents; 06 Contract Data)

## Description

Appointment of a Service Provider for the Supply of Core and CPE Routers

Appointment of a Service Provider for the Supply of Core and CPE Routers

Conditions: - Non-Compulsory briefing session will be held on Microsoft Teams on the 02nd September 2026 at 10:00am. - Bidders who wish to participate in the briefing session must send request via email to tendera@sentech.co.za before end of business on the 31st August 2026. - Late proposals will not be accepted. - Emailed and faxed proposals will not be accepted. Briefing Venue: Microsoft Teams

## Documents

- Bid Pack - SENT024.zip..zip

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## Published on

- [eTenders.gov.za](https://www.etenders.gov.za)

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