Supply and Install Fire Diesel Engine Pump at ACSA.
Airports Company South Africa
In plain English
The tender is for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a fire diesel engine pump at Cape Town International Airport for six months. Bidders must have a CIDB contractor grading of 1 SF or higher.
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The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites tenders for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a Fire Diesel Engine Pump at Cape Town International Airport. The project involves replacing the existing engine, refurbishing the fire pump assembly, and integrating the new system with existing control panels and monitoring equipment. The scope includes mechanical installation, base plate modifications, electrical integration, and comprehensive testing, including a six-hour integrated system test. The contract duration is six months, with a twelve-month defects liability period following completion. The work must be performed by qualified technicians who have completed airside induction and security training. The project requires strict adherence to safety protocols, including the submission of a health and safety file and the appointment of a dedicated safety officer if five or more staff are on-site. All pricing must remain fixed for the duration of the contract.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- CIDB grading (Grade 1 Specialist Works (1SW)) — 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
- Valid CIDB contractor grading of 1 SF or higher
- Valid SABS SANS1475 certification
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid CIPC registration or JV agreement
- Key personnel qualifications and SAQCC Fire registration
- Public Liability and Aviation liability insurance
- Approved Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) file
- HPCSA-certified medical fitness proof for employees
- Signed Section 37(2) OHS Mandatory Agreement
Contact & how to apply
Name: Makhaya Mlenze
Email: Makhaya.Mlenze@airports.co.za
Phone: 010-207-2000
How to apply: Tenders must be submitted via email to AcsaRfq@airports.co.za. Submissions should be divided into multiple attachments of no more than 4MB each. Ensure the subject line matches the invitation and all documents are signed by an authorized representative.
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