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Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal seeks a service provider for VMware vSphere Standard licenses to enhance their virtualized environment. Key requirements include proof of VMware reseller certification and compliance with procurement regulations.
This tender invites qualified service providers to submit quotations for the provision of VMware vSphere Standard licenses for Trade & Investment KwaZulu-Natal. The current infrastructure relies on a free VMware ESXi hypervisor, which limits the use of advanced backup and recovery tools, posing risks to data protection and business continuity. The successful bidder will provide a license that supports essential features for ensuring the availability and security of business workloads.
The scope of work includes supplying a VMware vSphere Standard license compatible with existing Dell PowerEdge R740 servers, which feature Intel Xeon processors and substantial memory and storage capabilities. Bidders must demonstrate their status as authorized VMware resellers and provide all necessary documentation, including proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD) and compliance with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act. This procurement aims to bolster the province's trade and investment capacity by ensuring a robust IT infrastructure, thus enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery.
This tender is suitable for IT service providers, particularly those specializing in software licensing and virtualization solutions, who are authorized VMware resellers and can meet the compliance requirements outlined in the tender.