Replacement of split units at O.R Tambo Airport.
Airports Company South Africa
This tender closed on 9 October 2026
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In plain English
The tender is for the replacement of split units at O.R Tambo International Airport for 24 months. Only bidders with a CIDB contractor grading of 6ME or higher may submit tender offers.
Always check the official documentDescription
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites bids for the replacement, installation, and commissioning of split units, packaged units, and VRV systems at O.R Tambo International Airport. This project will run for a period of 24 months. The scope includes providing all necessary resources and qualified personnel, such as project managers, refrigeration mechanics, electricians, and instrumentation engineers. Bidders must provide a detailed project plan and proof of experience through at least two to three relevant completed projects. All pricing must remain fixed for the duration of the contract. The work will take place in Gauteng, South Africa.
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 6 Mechanical Engineering (6ME)) — 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
- CIDB grading of 6ME or higher
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Valid COIDA Letter of Good Standing
- Proof of CSD registration
- CIPC registration and director ID copies
- Financial solvency: Bank and auditor letters
- Project Manager must hold ECSA professional registration
- Technical personnel must hold valid trade test certificates
- SAQA verification required for foreign qualifications
- Proof of relevant project experience with reference letters
Contact & how to apply
Name: Tondani.Mtephe
Email: tondani.mtephe@airports.co.za
Phone: 011-000-0000
How to apply: Submit one original, one copy, and one electronic copy (USB) in sealed, clearly marked envelopes to Tender Box A, Third Floor, Terminal A Building, North Wing Offices, 1 Jones Road, Kempton Park, by 12:00 PM on 09 October 2026.
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