Maintenance of Airfield Ground Lighting at Airports
Airports Company South Africa
In plain English
The tender is for the maintenance of airfield ground lighting field works for a period of five years at O.R. Tambo and Bram Fisher International Airports. The tender is open to eligible contractors as per the NEC3 Term Service Contract requirements.
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This tender is for the maintenance of Airfield Ground Lighting (AGL) field works at O.R. Tambo and Bram Fischer International Airports. The contract is issued by the Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) and will run for a period of five years. The scope of work includes preventative maintenance, ad-hoc repairs, photometric testing, and the management of lighting infrastructure such as runway and taxiway lights, guidance signs, and cabling. Key deliverables include regular service reports, maintenance of critical spare parts, and adherence to strict response times for breakdowns. The work requires specialized electrical and civil technical expertise, and all activities must comply with ICAO and SACAA aviation safety standards. The project involves both day-to-day inspections and night-time maintenance work on active airfields.
What you need to qualify
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- CIDB grading (Grade 6 Electrical Engineering (Infrastructure) (6EP)) — 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 grading of 6EP or higher
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of Aviation Liability Insurance
- Valid AGL Level 2 and 3 and Electrical Trade Test certifications
- Proof of ownership or lease for required test equipment
Contact & how to apply
Name: Alicia Sekoati
Email: Alicia.Sekoati@airports.co.za
Phone: 011-723-1400
How to apply: Submit one original, one copy, and an electronic USB copy to Tender Box C, ACSA North Wings Offices, International Terminal Building, 3rd Floor, O.R. Tambo International Airport by 2 November 2026 at 12:00 PM.
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