Design and Build of Leak Detection System at O.R. Tambo.
Airports Company South Africa
In plain English
The Airports Company South Africa is procuring the design and build of a refrigerant leak detection and gas extraction system for the chiller plant at O.R Tambo International Airport for 24 months. Only bidders with a CIDB contractor grading of 7ME or higher may submit offers.
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Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites tenders for the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of a refrigerant leak detection and gas extraction system at O.R. Tambo International Airport. The project covers four chiller plants: Domtex, KB2, Western Precinct, and Cargo. The scope includes system design, cloud-based monitoring, testing, and a 12-month maintenance period post-completion. The total contract duration is 78 weeks. Key deliverables include measured surveys, installation of extraction systems, and staff training. Bidders must meet a minimum functionality threshold of 60 points and possess a CIDB contractor grading of 7ME or higher. Key personnel must hold active professional registrations with ECSA or SACPCMP and have at least three years of relevant experience.
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.
- CIDB grading (Grade 7 Mechanical Engineering (7ME)) — 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 SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- CIDB grading of 7ME or higher
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Key personnel must hold ECSA, SACPCMP, or SAQCC professional registrations
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tondani.Mtephe
Email: tondani.mtephe@airports.co.za
Phone: 011-000-0000
How to apply: Bids must be deposited in Tender Box A, North Wing Offices, 3rd Floor, O.R. Tambo International Airport. Submissions must include one original, one copy, and an electronic version on USB. Ensure the Tender Deposit Register is signed upon delivery.
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