Maintenance of Aeronautical Lighting at Mthatha Airport.
KZN Department of Transport
In plain English
The Department of Transport is procuring maintenance services for the Aeronautical Ground Lighting Systems at Mthatha Airport for 36 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and submit a Tax Compliance Status PIN.
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The Department of Transport in the Eastern Cape is seeking a service provider for the maintenance of Aeronautical Ground Lighting systems at Mthatha Airport. This contract will run for 36 months. The work involves daily, weekly, and monthly inspections and repairs of runway lights, generators, and electrical control systems. The contractor must provide at least two skilled electricians and ensure all equipment is maintained according to safety standards. Deliverables include regular service reports, job cards, and the management of an on-site employee register. The contractor must supply all necessary tools, including a beacon-equipped vehicle and communication radios. All personnel must pass security screening to obtain airside access permits.
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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 3 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (3EP)) — A Construction Industry Development Board grade in the right class of works.
- UIF registration — Registration with the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- CIDB grading of 3EP or higher
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on the Centralised Supplier Database (CSD)
- Public Liability insurance with minimum R1 million cover
- Valid UIF and Workmen Compensation registration
- Accredited membership with ECASA
- Key personnel must hold relevant trade certificates and wireman license
- Certified in AGL 1, 2, 3 and Medium Voltage switching
- Minimum R2 million proven experience in AGL systems
Contact & how to apply
Name: NOAH KHOPOTSE
Email: noah.khopotse@ectransport.gov.za
Phone: 060-987-6975
How to apply: Applications must be submitted electronically via the eTender Publication Portal (eSubmission) by 11:00 on 16 November 2026.
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