Vegetation and Drainage Maintenance at King Shaka Airport
Airports Company South Africa
In plain English
Airports Company South Africa is procuring vegetation and drainage maintenance services for King Shaka International Airport for 8 months. Bidders must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and meet the minimum functionality score requirements.
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Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites quotations for an 8-month vegetation and drainage maintenance contract at King Shaka International Airport. The project involves grass cutting, clearing debris from drainage channels and dams, and managing vegetation to prevent Foreign Object Debris (FOD) risks. Key tasks include maintaining natural grass fields, cleaning concrete canals, and managing waste disposal. The service provider must also facilitate equipment repairs through approved service providers. The work is located at various sites across the airport, including the South Outfall and Hlawe Attenuation Dam. The contract follows an NEC3 Term Service structure, with payment based on actual measured work. The project requires strict adherence to environmental policies and safety standards to ensure airport operations remain secure and compliant.
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.
- Letter of Good Standing — COID registration and a Letter of Good Standing from the Compensation Fund.
Full requirements
- Valid COIDA or FEMA Letter of Good Standing
- SARS Tax Compliance PIN or CSD registration number
- Minimum functionality score of 60/100
- Minimum two completed projects in vegetation or landscaping
- Project Manager (NQF Level 6) and Site Supervisor qualifications
- Comprehensive insurance: Public Liability, Motor Vehicle, Assets All Risk, and Aviation Liability
- Compliance with OHS Act requirements
- Valid B-BBEE certificate
- Commitment to security vetting
Contact & how to apply
Name: Simphiwe Jili
Email: simphwe.jili@airports.co.za
Phone: 032-436-6000
How to apply: Submit bid documents via email to acsarfq@airports.co.za by 14:00 on 09 October 2026. Ensure the submission is split into at least four attachments of 4MB each. All documents must be signed and stamped by an authorized representative.
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