Artificial Intelligence Tools Licensing NEW

The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ2026-011-013) to appoint a licence provider for artificial intelligence (AI) tools for a period of two years. The supporting document, titled 'Final RFQ2026-011-013 AI Workstation Licences', indicates that the requirement centres on licensing AI software for workstations. The full text of the RFQ could not be extracted, so the specific software products, number of licences, technical specifications, delivery timelines, service levels, and evaluation criteria should be confirmed directly in that document before submitting a quotation.

As a request for quotation, this procurement is likely to be assessed on price and compliance with the stated requirements, rather than through a full open tender process. Prospective suppliers should expect standard South African government procurement conditions, which typically include a valid Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration, a valid tax compliance status, a declaration of interest, and B-BBEE documentation. Quotations should be submitted by the closing date of 13 November 2026, and suppliers should verify the submission method and any mandatory forms in the RFQ pack.

For the NLC, the appointment is expected to give staff access to AI tools that support day-to-day operations, with licensing managed through a single contracted provider for the two-year term. Suppliers that can offer reliable licence provisioning, clear pricing, responsive support, and proven experience with public sector clients are well placed to compete. Businesses should review the full RFQ document as soon as possible to confirm the scope and prepare a compliant, competitive quotation.