Fire System Maintenance at Dawid Stuurman Airport
Airports Company South Africa
Compulsory briefing has closed
Held on 18 November 2025 at 10:00 · Chief Dawid Stuurman Airport @ information Desk. Attendance was required to bid.
In plain English
Maintenance of fire fighting and fire detection systems at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport for six months. Bidders must have a CIDB contractor grading of 1SF or higher.
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The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites tenders for the maintenance of fire fighting and fire detection systems at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport. The scope includes servicing, repairs, and performance testing of fire infrastructure such as extinguishers, hydrants, sprinklers, and suppression systems. The contract duration is thirty-six months, starting upon signing. Work must comply with SANS standards and the Occupational Health and Safety Act. The contractor is responsible for maintaining system availability and providing monthly performance reports. Key personnel, including a Site Manager and qualified technicians, are required to manage site operations. All pricing must be provided in South African Rand and will be subject to CPI-based adjustments. The project requires strict adherence to airport safety protocols and permit requirements.
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 1 Specialist Works (1SW)) — 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.
Full requirements
- Valid CIDB contractor grading of 1SF or higher
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status or CSD registration
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of Professional Indemnity, Public Liability, and Motor Vehicle insurance
- Relevant industry certifications (e.g., SAQCC Level 3 for technicians)
- Bank Letter of Good Standing and Letter of Solvency
- Key personnel must hold relevant qualifications and experience
Contact & how to apply
Name: masana.sithole Sithole
Email: Masana.Sithole@airports.co.za
Phone: 011-723-7946
How to apply: Electronic submissions must be sent to acsarfq@airports.co.za. Alternatively, bid documents may be deposited in the designated bid box at the airport. Bidders should confirm the specific physical address and submission procedures during the compulsory site briefing.
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