The Mining Qualifications Authority seeks a qualified service provider to deliver comprehensive managed backup and disaster recovery services for a period of 38 months, ensuring business continuity and data protection.
The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is inviting proposals for the provision of managed services focused on backup and disaster recovery solutions. This tender encompasses the establishment of robust IT infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted business operations in the event of disasters or critical incidents. The selected service provider will be responsible for the implementation of a secure backup and disaster recovery site solution, including the migration of existing data and systems, and the provision of ongoing support and monitoring services.
Key requirements include the setup of dual off-site hosting facilities within South Africa, ensuring at least 99.95% availability, and the provision of a dedicated 50 Mbps fiber link for data replication. The service provider must also conduct regular disaster recovery simulations and provide comprehensive reporting on backup statuses. This initiative aims to enhance the MQA's resilience against data loss and operational disruptions, ultimately supporting the organization's mission to foster skills development and economic growth in the mining sector.
This tender is suitable for IT service providers with expertise in backup solutions, disaster recovery planning, and managed IT services, particularly those with experience in implementing robust data protection strategies for organizations.
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