Question NW936 to the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation
28 March 2023 - NW936
Hlengwa, Mr M to ask the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation
Whether her department has had a relook at whether they can source ICT equipment for the modernisation project from within the borders of the Republic to ensure that maintenance of the equipment is not costly to her department; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details?
Reply:
No. The successful service provider was selected following an open bid process based on government prescripts and National Treasury guidelines with the bid advertised in South Africa. Most of the ICT equipment procured by DIRCO are packaged within South Africa.The signed contract for ICT equipment includes a warranty and a three-year maintenance plan.