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Engineering Services for Water System Upgrade at OR Tambo Airport

Airports Company South Africa

In plain English

Engineering professional services for upgrading water system pipes at OR Tambo International Airport for 36 months. No specific eligibility criteria stated.

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Closing date
11 September 2026
Location
1 Jones Road-Kempton Park-Gauteng-1632
Estimated value
R 110 000 000
Published
14 August 2026
Tender no.
ORTIA8123-2026-RFP

Description

Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites tenders for engineering professional services to upgrade water system pipes at O.R. Tambo International Airport. The project covers a 36-month period and includes condition assessments, design of upgrades, and the implementation of a real-time performance monitoring system. Key deliverables include engineering designs across six stages, as-built drawings, and the integration of digital maintenance systems. The construction phase is estimated to last 18 months. The consultant must provide a team of qualified professionals, including civil, mechanical, and instrumentation engineers, to manage the project. The work is located at a National Key Point, requiring strict adherence to security and safety regulations. The estimated construction value for the project is R110,000,000.00, excluding VAT.

What you need to qualify

  • CSD registrationRegistration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
  • Tax clearanceA valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
  • B-BBEE certificateA B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
  • VAT registrationA registered VAT vendor number with SARS.
  • Other registrationAn industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).

Full requirements

  • Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
  • Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
  • Key personnel must hold relevant ECSA or SACPCMP professional registrations
  • Engineering staff must possess minimum NQF Level 7 qualifications
  • Proven experience: three bulk water projects exceeding R15 million each
  • Proven experience in implementing digital pipeline monitoring systems
  • Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
  • Attendance at the compulsory briefing session is mandatory

Contact & how to apply

Name: davis.mthethwa

Email: Davis.Mthethwa@airports.co.za

Phone: 000-000-0000

How to apply: Applications must be hand-delivered to the Tender Box C, located on the 3rd Floor, North Wings Offices, International Terminal Building, O.R. Tambo International Airport. Envelopes must be clearly marked with the bid number, description, and bidder's return address.

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