City of Cape Town proposes 12-month extension for data-network services contract
The City of Cape Town is seeking public comment on a proposed extension of its data-network services contract with First Technology Western Cape and Altron Systems Integration while a replacement tender is finalised.
Residents of Cape Town were given the chance to submit feedback on the city's plans to prolong the contract for data network devices and services. The extension is necessary due to the city's inability to find a new service provider following the cancellation of a new tender. The city aims to maintain network maintenance, support, and procurement of critical infrastructure during the search for a replacement.
The notice, published on September 21, informed that the city intends to extend the existing contract for supply, delivery, installation, maintenance, and commissioning of data network devices and services. The existing contract, awarded to First Technology Western Cape as the main supplier and Altron Systems Integration as standby, will be extended for 12 months, beginning January 1, 2027.
This extension will occur on a month-to-month basis until a new tender is in place, or until December 31, 2027, whichever comes first.
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