Maintenance of Escalators at O.R. Tambo Airport.
Airports Company South Africa
In plain English
Maintenance of escalators at O.R. Tambo International Airport for 8 months. Eligible bidders must comply with the terms and conditions set out in the tender document.
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Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is seeking a contractor for the maintenance of 71 escalators at O.R. Tambo International Airport. This project covers an 8-month period and requires the contractor to perform preventative maintenance, corrective repairs, and emergency call-outs to ensure 95.5% equipment availability. Work must follow OEM specifications and SANS safety standards. The contractor must manage spare parts inventory and provide detailed monthly performance reports. Staff must be available 365 days a year between 04:00 and 00:00. Key personnel, including trade-tested lift mechanics and ECSA-registered engineers, are required to ensure safe operations.
What you need to qualify
- 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 B-BBEE certificate
- Valid Tax Clearance Certificate
- Valid Public Liability and Professional Indemnity insurance
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Approved safety file
- Valid airport security and operational permits
- Proof of 30% subcontracting to Targeted Enterprises
Contact & how to apply
Name: masana.sithole Sithole
Email: Masana.Sithole@airports.co.za
Phone: 011-723-7946
How to apply: Interested parties must submit the signed contract agreement to the ACSA offices located at O.R. Tambo International Airport, 3rd Floor, North Wing. Within two weeks of receipt, the contractor must coordinate with the Service Manager to finalize bonds, guarantees, and insurance documentation.
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