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Appointment of a service provider for development of an Implementation model for a Geo Stationary Fixed Satellite platform

Sentech Limited

Sentech Limited in South Africa is inviting bids for “Appointment of a service provider for development of an Implementation model for a Geo Stationary Fixed Satellite platform”. Bids close on 14 October 2026, 12:00 SAST. Reference: SENT-029-2026-27. Who can bid: Ability to structure and mobilise development finance for large infrastructure projects; Proof of prior financial close or advanced-stage financing above R1 billion. askTender lists every requirement to qualify and checks whether your company meets them.

The tender in brief

Consultancy to design a national geostationary satellite implementation model for Sentech

Sentech SOC Ltd seeks a service provider to develop an implementation model for a Geostationary Fixed Satellite platform. The work covers a funding and financing model, orbital resource access strategy, satellite system design and engineering, space and ground segment implementation, skills transfer and capacity development, and an implementation roadmap. Payment is milestone-based: inception report, draft report, workshop and presentation to Exco, and final report.

Who can win it

  • Ability to structure and mobilise development finance for large infrastructure projects
  • Proof of prior financial close or advanced-stage financing above R1 billion
  • Proven expertise in designing, manufacturing and launching GEO satellite systems

Key facts

Estimated value
Not disclosed by the buyer
Procedure
Open
How bids are judged
Two-envelope system: administrative responsiveness, then mandatory technical criteria, then 80/20 or 90/10 price and preference points, followed by risk assessment
Published
10 Sep 2026
Reference
SENT-029-2026-27

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