SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF A BACKUP MICROWAVE INTERNET AND POINT-TO-POINT LINK FORClosed

Overview

Procurement of a backup microwave internet link and a point-to-point wireless connection for Vaalputs, to provide dual independent WAN backup and automatic failover for NRWDI’s remote facility. Bidders should be network/telecom vendors with microwave link experience, capable of installation, outdoor protection gear, routing, and basic site services. Credentials likely needed include ISO 9001 (stated in RFQ), BBBEE documentation, CSD registration, and tax-compliance readiness. The RFQ requires two independent reference letters for microwave internet supply.

Requirements

• Mandatory references: at least two letters from unrelated previous clients, on letterhead, dated and signed.
• Ownership and control disclosures: copies of IDs for owners/directors (per registration documents).
• Compliance documents: valid BBBEE certificate or sworn affidavit; CSD/registration; tax matters in order.
• Technical/operational: supply backup 20 Mbps microwave link, installation, two public IP addresses, fiber router in bundle, and associated mounting/travel/labour as per pricing schedule.
• Procurement rules: quotation must be submitted to procurement@nrwdi.org.za before closing; quotations sent via other emails may be disqualified.
• Evaluation: 80/20 price vs. specific goals; compliance with mandatory requirements at closing; Phase 2 includes price and goals; Phase 3 at award checks tax and restricted-tender lists.

How to Apply

• Submission deadline: 29 July 2026 at 11:00. RFQ validity: 60 working days from closing (quoted in doc); 86 days noted in metadata.
• Submission method: email quotation to procurement@nrwdi.org.za (clarifications to Moses Shandukani via mike or email; see contact). Ensure routing to the central procurement mailbox.
• Documents to submit: complete SBD forms (SBD 4 and 6.1) with the quote; BBBEE certificate or affidavit; CSD report; proof of ISO 9001:2015 status if applicable; two reference letters; ID copies of owners/directors.
• Registrations: bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (unless foreign with no local entity).
• Briefing: no briefing details provided in the excerpt; contact NRWDI for any session specifics if offered.
• Where to obtain bid documents: RFQ attached as NRWDI RFQ FOR SUPPLY OF A MICROWAVE INTERNET.pdf (NRWDI/ICT/2026-06); for copies or questions, use the listed NRWDI contact. (NRWDI RFQ FOR SUPPLY OF A MICROWAVE INTERNET.pdf)