This tender has closed on 9 July 2026.
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The Electoral Commission seeks a flexible APN solution to support up to 100,000 connected devices, ensuring nationwide mobile internet connectivity for election management. The contract duration is five years.
The Electoral Commission is inviting bids for an Access Point Name (APN) solution designed to securely connect a diverse range of devices, including Voting Management Devices (VMDs), laptops, and mobile devices, with a capacity to scale from 2,500 to 100,000 connections. The solution must provide robust mobile internet connectivity across South Africa, ensuring coverage at approximately 23,000 voting stations and during various election-related activities. Bidders are expected to offer a flexible, usage-based pricing model that accommodates seasonal fluctuations in device usage without incurring penalties.
The APN solution should include features such as a private APN facility, an online management platform for SIM cards, and alternative connectivity mechanisms for areas with poor data coverage. Additionally, the service provider must ensure high availability and security, including provisions for failover capabilities and compliance with industry standards. This contract presents an opportunity for telecommunications companies with the necessary infrastructure and experience to support the Electoral Commission's mandate of conducting free and fair elections.
This tender is suitable for telecommunications companies with ICASA licenses, capable of providing APN services and managing large-scale mobile connectivity solutions, particularly those experienced in supporting government or election-related projects.
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