Published: 04 October 2017

Vodacom is aware that the Competition Commission has launched an investigation into Government's award to Vodacom to supply mobile communication solutions, premised on the alleged abuse of dominance. While we are surprised by this investigation, we are committed to fully cooperating with the commission.  
 
The tender process was initiated and controlled by National Treasury through its procurement officer with the award based on various elements including cost savings, quality of service, security, coverage, support and billing, quality of network and technology innovation. One of the key objectives of which was to reduce Government's communication costs.
 
We are confident that we followed due process in a fiercely contested and transparent bidding process.
 
None of the pricing structures put forward to National Treasury was based on an exclusive provider award basis, or any restrictive minimum commitments.
 
In our various dealings with National Treasury throughout this 18-month process, we understand they were subjected to rigorous governance processes, including consultation with the Competition Commission prior to awarding the contract.

- Businessdaily

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