Managed SD-WAN Solution for NHLS in South Africa

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Description

APPOINTMENT OF A SERVICE PROVIDER TO PROVIDE FULLY MANAGED SD-WAN SOLUTION FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE (5) YEARS.

What this tender is about

The National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS) invites bids for a fully managed SD-WAN solution for five years. The project covers design, supply, migration, and ongoing management of SD-WAN connectivity across 272 sites nationwide. The solution must support diverse bandwidths, integrate existing Cisco routers, and ensure high availability and security. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 13 November 2026. Bidders must submit their proposals by 3 December 2026, including technical, financial, and compliance documentation. The contract will include service levels, reporting, and support requirements. Bidders should demonstrate experience, technical capability, and compliance with government procurement regulations.

Scope of work

• Provide a fully managed Cisco SD-WAN solution for 272 sites, including design, provisioning, migration, operations, and reporting, over five years.

How to submit

• Submit one original, one hard copy, and one electronic copy on USB to the NHLS procurement office by 3 December 2026 at 11:00 AM. Bids must be in sealed envelopes, with pricing in a separate envelope.

Updates and addenda

• No updates or addenda are mentioned in the supplied material.

What is in the documents

• RFB157-25-26_Bid Document_Reviewed.docx

  Contains detailed instructions, technical specifications, evaluation criteria, and contractual conditions for the SD-WAN tender.

Tender documents (2)

• DOCRFB157-25-26_Bid Document_Reviewed.docx
• XLSCopy of RFB157- NEW Annexure B Price Pricing schedule.xlsx

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