Microsoft and Antivirus Software Licences

Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality has invited tenders (Reference ALMT07/2026) for the provision of Microsoft and antivirus software licences for a period of 36 months. The tender falls under the Information and Communication category and was published on 30 October 2026, with a closing date of 01 December 2026 at 12:00. Bidders must comply with the VAT Act. Tender documents are available from 05 November 2026 on the municipal website and e-Tenders free of charge, or from the cashier's point at the municipal offices upon payment of a non-refundable printing fee of R1,012.15. Sealed bids must be marked with the correct bid number and delivered to the Municipal Manager at PO Box 24, Carolina, 1185, or deposited in the tender box at the Municipality Offices, 28 Church Street, Carolina, by the closing time. Late, telephonic, facsimile, or e-mail submissions will not be accepted.

The scope covers the licensing of Microsoft software products and antivirus protection for the municipality's IT environment over a 36-month term, which allows the municipality to manage its software costs and security obligations across a fixed contract period. Evaluation is based on functionality, with the lowest acceptable tender determining whether the 80/20 or 90/10 preferential point system applies. The municipality reserves the right to accept or reject the lowest-priced or any other tender. The advert does not state licence quantities or specific product editions, so interested bidders should consult the full bid document for the detailed specification, pricing schedule, and mandatory returnable documents.

The benefits of this contract for the municipality include continuity of licensed software, up-to-date security protection for municipal systems, and a predictable multi-year cost structure. Bidders should note that persons in the organs of state, including councillors, other elected representatives, full-time employees, and directors of public and municipal entities, are prohibited from bidding under the Municipal Supply Chain Regulations. Administrative queries may be directed to the Supply Chain Manager, Mr J Nkosi, at 017 843 4025 or Nkosija@albertluthuli.gov.za. Unsuccessful bidders will be notified only if they do not hear from the municipality within 90 working days.