Engineering services for asbestos pipe replacement at King Phalo Airport.
Airports Company South Africa
In plain English
Airports Company South Africa is procuring professional services for the removal and replacement of asbestos pipes in the domestic water line system for two years. Bidders must ensure compliance with tax obligations and may need to be registered on the Central Supplier Database.
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Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is inviting bids for professional engineering services to replace asbestos pipes in the domestic water system at King Phalo Airport. The project spans two years and includes design, procurement, site supervision, and project close-out. Key tasks involve replacing asbestos pipelines with compliant materials, installing new fire-hydrant lines, and managing the safe disposal of asbestos waste. The consultant will also oversee the removal of generator radiators and the installation of new diesel tanks. Deliverables include detailed engineering designs, bills of quantities, and final as-built documentation. The work will be performed at King Phalo Airport in East London. The project follows an NEC3 Professional Services Contract structure, requiring regular progress reporting and strict adherence to quality and safety standards throughout the two-year implementation period.
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.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- 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 Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or certificate
- Proof of CSD registration
- Professional registration with ECSA and SACPCMP
- ISO 9001 accreditation
- Valid COID Letter of Good Standing
- Professional Indemnity (R5M) and Public Liability (R10M) insurance
- B-BBEE Certificate, Scorecard, or Affidavit
- Asbestos management and disposal certification
- Compliance with ACSA security vetting and environmental management systems
Contact & how to apply
Name: Joseph Rulash
Email: joseph.rulash@airports.co.za
Phone: 084-434-0582
How to apply: Submit the signed 'Form of Offer and Acceptance' and all required bid documents to the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) Administration Office, located at 66 Settlers Way, 1st Floor, East London, 5201.
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