Construction of water line and road rehabilitation at Bram Fischer Airport.
Airports Company South Africa
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
19 June 2026 at 09:00 · Permit Office, Bram Fischer International Airport, 1 Old Thaba Nchu Road, Bloemfontein, 9300
In plain English
The tender is for the construction of an underground main water line and rehabilitation of service roads at Bram Fischer International Airport. Only bidders with a CIDB contractor grading of 8CE or higher may submit offers.
Always check the official documentDescription
The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites tenders for the construction of an underground main water line and the rehabilitation of service roads at Bram Fischer International Airport. The project duration is 24 months. Key deliverables include the resurfacing of airside and service roads, construction of new access roads, and the installation of domestic and fire water pipelines. Additionally, the project involves upgrading the pump house, installing mechanical and electrical components, and improving stormwater management systems. The work requires strict adherence to airside safety procedures, including security vetting for personnel and the use of specific safety equipment. Bidders must demonstrate experience in wet services and asphalt construction. The project is scheduled to reach major milestones between June and November 2027. A compulsory briefing session is scheduled for 19 June 2026 at the airport's Permit Office.
What you need to qualify
- CSD registration — Registration on the Central Supplier Database — required to do business with government.
- Registered company — An active CIPC-registered company in good standing.
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- CIDB grading (Grade 8 Civil Engineering (8CE)) — 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
- Active CIDB registration of 8CE or higher
- Valid SARS tax compliance status
- Registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD)
- Key personnel must hold SACPCMP or ECSA professional registration
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Valid CIPC company registration
- Valid security and vehicle permits for airside access
Contact & how to apply
Name: Patricia Nkambule
Email: Patricia.Nkambule@airports.co.za
Phone: 011-723-1400
How to apply: Submit one original and one copy in sealed, marked envelopes to the Finance Office, Terminal Building, Bram Fischer International Airport, 1 Old Thaba Nchu Road, Bloemfontein, 9300. Simultaneously, email electronic copies or links to PATRICIA.NKAMBULE@AIRPORTS.CO.ZA.
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