Refurbishment of Fuel Assets at Regional Airports.
Airports Company South Africa
This tender closed on 14 August 2026
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In plain English
Airports Company South Africa is procuring engineering design, project management, and construction services for various works at multiple airports for 18 months. No specific bidder eligibility requirements are stated.
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The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites proposals for the engineering design, project management, and construction for the refurbishment of fuel assets at George, King Phalo, Bram Fischer, Kimberley, and Upington airports. The project involves mechanical, structural, civil, and electrical upgrades to bulk fuel storage and into-plane systems, including tank refurbishment, piping modifications, and fire safety assessments. The contract duration is 18 months. Work includes producing as-built drawings and conducting site assessments. The project requires adherence to strict safety and security regulations at these national key points. The tender is governed by the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract. All pricing must remain fixed for the duration of the project. The closing date for submissions is 14 August 2026.
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 7 Mechanical Engineering (7ME)) — 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.
Full requirements
- Valid CIDB grading of 7ME or higher
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of CSD and CIPC registration
- Bank rating and letter of solvency
- Attendance at compulsory briefing and site inspection
- Certified professional qualifications and CVs for key personnel
- Identity documents for all directors and shareholders
Contact & how to apply
Name: Patricia Nkambule
Email: Patricia.Nkambule@airports.co.za
Phone: 011-723-1400
How to apply: Submit one original, one copy, and an electronic copy (USB) in a sealed envelope to the bid box at Reception, 3rd Floor, Western Precinct, Aviation Park, O.R. Tambo International Airport, 1 Jones Road, Kempton Park, by 11:00 AM on 14 August 2026.
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