Design and Install Solar PV Plant at King Shaka Airport
Airports Company South Africa
In plain English
The tender is for the design and construction of a 2000 kWp Solar PV Plant at King Shaka International Airport. No specific bidder eligibility criteria such as CSD, B-BBEE, CIDB, or PSIRA are stated.
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The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites tenders for the design, supply, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of a 2 MWp Photovoltaic Solar Plant at King Shaka International Airport. The project includes a 36-month construction phase followed by a 5-year operation and maintenance period. Key deliverables include structural roof modifications, electrical integration, security system installation, and performance monitoring. The work will take place at the airport's landside long-stay parking area. Bidders must attend a compulsory site briefing on 30 July 2026. The project requires adherence to strict technical standards, including 22% module efficiency and 99.5% system availability. The contract is governed by the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract. All personnel must undergo security screening to obtain airport permits. The project must be registered with NERSA, and the contractor is responsible for training ACSA staff throughout the contract duration.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- CIDB grading (Grade 8 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (8EP)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- CIDB grading of 8EP or higher
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Bank Letter of Good Standing with rating
- Letter of Solvency from auditors
- Proof of Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance
- Attendance at compulsory site briefing
Contact & how to apply
Name: Thami Mncube
Email: thami.mncube@airports.co.za
Phone: 061-653-0462
How to apply: Submit one original and one copy in sealed envelopes to the Tender Box at Reception, MSO Building, Ground Floor, King Shaka International Airport. Additionally, email a copy to thami.mncube@airports.co.za. Physical submission takes precedence.
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