Maintenance of Elevators and Stair Lifts at O.R. Tambo Airport
Airports Company South Africa
In plain English
Maintenance of elevators at OR Tambo International Airport is being procured. Bidders must have a CIDB contractor grading of 4SI or higher.
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The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is seeking a service provider for the maintenance of elevators and wheelchair stair lifts at O.R. Tambo International Airport. This contract covers both landside and airside equipment for a duration of eight months. The successful bidder will be responsible for preventative maintenance, breakdown repairs, inventory management, and regular reporting to ensure 95% equipment availability. The work requires a team of qualified personnel, including a site supervisor, trade-tested lift mechanics, and store management staff. All services must be provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Bidders must demonstrate technical expertise and meet strict safety and operational standards throughout the project period.
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 4 Specialist Works (4SW)) — 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 4SI or higher
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Proof of registration on the Central Supplier Database
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of financial solvency and bank rating
- Valid CIPC registration and legal entity documentation
- Key personnel must hold SAQA accredited trade tests and N-level qualifications
- Must maintain Public Liability, Professional Indemnity, and Aviation Liability insurance
Contact & how to apply
Name: theo nkomo
Email: theo.nkomo@airports.co.za
Phone: 011-723-1400
How to apply: Bids must be submitted via email to ACSARfq@airports.co.za. Ensure the submission includes the completed bid document, contract document, and any required electronic files, clearly marked with the tender reference number and bidder details.
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