This tender seeks quotations for the supply, delivery, and licensing of an on-premises backup and replication solution, specifically Veeam licenses for up to 30 virtual machines. The solution must support Microsoft Hyper-V architecture and include comprehensive support services.
The South African Forestry Company Limited invites qualified service providers to submit quotations for an on-premises backup and replication solution. The solution will utilize Veeam software, providing licensing for up to 30 virtual machines hosted on a Microsoft Hyper-V failover cluster. Key requirements include scalable architecture, core backup capabilities such as automated image-based backups, and robust recovery options including instant VM recovery and granular item-level restores. Additionally, the solution must facilitate VM replication for disaster recovery and support seamless scalability for future growth.
Service providers are expected to offer 24/7 OEM technical support and ensure regular updates and upgrades throughout the contract period. The implementation scope includes installation, configuration, and optimization of the backup infrastructure, along with operational handover and knowledge transfer to the internal ICT team. This tender represents an opportunity for businesses specializing in IT solutions and services to contribute to the enhancement of data protection and recovery capabilities for a key governmental entity.
This tender is suitable for IT service providers, particularly those with expertise in data backup and recovery solutions, virtualization technologies, and Veeam software. Companies that can offer comprehensive support and implementation services are encouraged to apply.