Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act (B-BBEE Act)
Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Issuing Organization
Air Traffic and Navigation Services Company LimitedLocation
Eastern Cape
Closed On
20 Feb 2026
Status: Closed — No Longer Accepting Submissions
This tender closed on 20 February 2026. Submissions are no longer accepted. The tender lifecycle continues — check the awards section for updates.
Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
1345 Needs Camp Road - Fort Grey - EAST LONDON - 5201
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
03 Feb 2026
Atns is seeking a service provider to deliver ad‑hoc building maintenance across its fael, faut and remote sites, including king phalo and mthatha airports, for a two‑year period. Bidders must submit a complete electronic bid by 20 february 2026, meeting strict administrative, technical and compliance requirements.
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The tender is for the appointment of a service provider to provide building maintenance services for a period of two (2) years at atns fael, faut, and remote sites, including king phalo and mthatha airport, on an as-and-when required basis. Maintenance activities include, but are not limited to: ad-hoc maintenance of existing buildings, repair services, supply of new building-related items as replacements, callout services, supply and delivery of materials on quotation basis, recommendations for repairs, site inspections on request, and emergency repair callouts. All replaced items must come with a 12-month warranty and guarantee. Specific activities include painting, waterproofing, plastering, carpentry, door/window repair/replacement, flooring repair/replacement, building fascia board repair/replacement, fencing (palisade, electric), welding, road/paving maintenance, plumbing repairs, and basic labour. The service provider must provide all materials, labour, and transport, remove existing units, install new ones, and leave the working area tidy. All replacement units must comply with the occupational health and safety act of 1993 and local by-laws. Deliveries must occur within 7 working days of an official order, with the service provider responsible for timeous delivery, off-loading at their own risk and cost, and providing their own labour. The delivery address is atns control tower, king phalo airport, 66 settlers, greenfields, east london, with special arrangements for remote sites. Services must be carried out with best quality and high workmanship, and products delivered should be sabs certified or equivalent. Atns may test quality, and non-compliance may lead to contract termination. Replacement items must carry a minimum 1-year guarantee/warranty.
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1345 Needs Camp Road - Fort Grey - EAST LONDON - 5201
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Act 53 of 2003
Provides the empowerment-compliance context often used in public-sector supplier evaluation.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
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RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdf
Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) is seeking bids for building maintenance services for a two-year period at its FAEL, FAUT, and remote sites, including King Phalo and Mthatha Airports, on an as-and-when required basis. The scope encompasses general building repairs, ad-hoc maintenance, and supply of replacement items, with a focus on quality and compliance. Evaluation will proceed through administrative, mandatory, and an 80/20 price and specific goals (B-BBEE) stages. Submissions are strictly by email and must be received by 20 February 2026 at 11h00 CAT.
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Date & Time
Friday, 20 February 2026 - 11:00
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This briefing session took place during the tender period.
The tender is for the appointment of a service provider to provide building maintenance services for a period of two (2) years at ATNS FAEL, FAUT, and remote sites, including King Phalo and Mthatha Airport, on an as-and-when required basis. Maintenance activities include, but are not limited to: ad-hoc maintenance of existing buildings, repair services, supply of new building-related items as replacements, callout services, supply and delivery of materials on quotation basis, recommendations for repairs, site inspections on request, and emergency repair callouts. All replaced items must come with a 12-month warranty and guarantee. Specific activities include painting, waterproofing, plastering, carpentry, door/window repair/replacement, flooring repair/replacement, building fascia board repair/replacement, fencing (palisade, electric), welding, road/paving maintenance, plumbing repairs, and basic labour. The service provider must provide all materials, labour, and transport, remove existing units, install new ones, and leave the working area tidy. All replacement units must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993 and local by-laws. Deliveries must occur within 7 working days of an official order, with the service provider responsible for timeous delivery, off-loading at their own risk and cost, and providing their own labour. The delivery address is ATNS Control Tower, King Phalo Airport, 66 Settlers, Greenfields, East London, with special arrangements for remote sites. Services must be carried out with best quality and high workmanship, and products delivered should be SABS certified or equivalent. ATNS may test quality, and non-compliance may lead to contract termination. Replacement items must carry a minimum 1-year guarantee/warranty.
MandatoryCategory: technical
Bidders must meet several compliance requirements across administrative, mandatory, and specific goals stages. Administratively, a valid Tax Pin Status, valid BBB-EE Certificate or Sworn Affidavit, CIPC documents, latest Central Supplier Database (CSD) Full Report, and duly completed and signed SBD Forms (SBD1, SBD 4, SBD 6.1) are required. Mandatory requirements include proof of registration with the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) in General Building Works (2 GB or higher), a certified valid copy of an Occupational Certificate: Plumber (NQF level 4) issued by a SAQA-accredited body (not older than three months), proof of a locality footprint in East London (e.g., municipality bill, lease agreement, MOU not older than 3 months), and a valid Letter of Good Standing with Compensation Commissioner (COIDA) or Registered Mutual Association Policy Insurance. For specific goals, bidders claiming preference points must provide proof of 51% Black Ownership and/or 30% Black Woman Ownership through CSD Reports, CIPC documents, Shareholder certificates, and ID copies of shareholders. All replacement units and services must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993, as amended, and local authorities’ by-laws. Products should be certified with SABS or equivalent.
MandatoryCategory: compliance
Bidders are required to complete the SBD 3.1 - PRICING SCHEDULE (Purchases). All quoted prices must include VAT and be valid for 180 days from the closing date of the quotation. The contract will be on an 'as-and-when required basis', implying payment for services rendered per official order. No specific financial capacity, solvency, or guarantee requirements beyond general contract terms are explicitly detailed.
MandatoryCategory: financial
03 Feb
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
03 Feb
2026
Issue Date
Issue Date
20 Feb
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
20 Feb
2026
Closing Date
Closing Date
Pending
Awaiting Award of Contract
This tender has not yet been awarded. The contracting authority is expected to publish the award notice in due course.
20 Feb
2026
Submissions Closed
No further submissions were accepted after this date.
ATNS provides air traffic management, navigation, and training services in South African airspace.
Contact Person
sinenhlanhla Mbongwa
Phone
011-607-1000
ATNS provides air traffic management, navigation, and training services in South African airspace.
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Median Estimate
R 713 455
Range
Based on 5 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
* Estimates are based on historical data and do not guarantee actual award values.
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Important Dates
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfContact Information
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdf– Email: [email protected] (cc [email protected])
– Phone: +27 11 607 1462
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfEvaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdf– Preference points: 10 % for ≥51 % black‑owned ownership, 10 % for ≥30 % black‑woman‑owned ownership (PPPFA). Claims must be substantiated in SBD 6.1 with supporting documents (CSD report, CIPC documents, shareholder certificates, ID copies).
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfScope of work (ad‑hoc, as‑and‑when‑required) for ATNS FAEL, FAUT and remote sites, King Phalo and Mthatha airports:
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfCompliance Requirements
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfImportant Dates
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfContact Information
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfPrimary contact (procurement): Sinenhlanhla Mbongwa – email: [email protected] – phone: +27 11 607 1462
Bid submission mailbox: [email protected] (copy to [email protected])
Physical address for deliveries: ATNS Control Tower, King Phalo Airport, 66 Settlers, Greenfields, East London (remote sites have separate arrangements).
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfEvaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfStage 1 – Administrative Requirements: verify valid SARS tax PIN, BBB‑EE certificate or sworn affidavit, CIPC documents, current Central Supplier Database (CSD) full report, and signed SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1 plus the quotation. Non‑compliance may lead to rejection or a 7‑day period to supply missing information (administrative only). Stage 2 – Mandatory Requirements: provide proof of CIDB registration 2 GB or higher (or evidence of pending registration), three recent (≤10 years) reference letters on client letterhead, a current (≤3 months) Occupational Certificate for Plumber (SAQA‑accredited), proof of local footprint in East London (municipality bill, lease or MOU ≤3 months), and a valid COIDA good‑standing letter or equivalent insurance. Failure to supply any mandatory document results in automatic disqualification. Stage 3 – Price and Specific Goals: evaluation uses an 80/20 point system – 80 points for the quoted price and 20 points for preference goals. Preference goals are 10 points for ≥51 % Black ownership and 10 points for ≥30 % Black‑woman ownership. Proof (CSD report, CIPC documents, shareholder certificates, ID copies) must be submitted to claim these points.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfScope: Provide building maintenance services for a two‑year period at ATNS FAEL, FAUT, and remote sites including King Phalo and Mthatha Airports, on an as‑and‑when‑required basis.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfCompliance Requirements
Source: RFQ Document - FAEL Builiding Maintenance Services.pdfAdministrative compliance: valid SARS tax PIN, BBB‑EE certificate or sworn affidavit, current CIPC documents, up‑to‑date CSD full report, and signed SBD1, SBD4, SBD6.1. Mandatory compliance: CIDB registration 2 GB or higher (or proof of pending registration), three recent (≤10 years) reference letters on client letterhead, current Occupational Certificate for Plumber (SAQA‑accredited, ≤3 months old), proof of local footprint in East London (municipality bill, lease or MOU ≤3 months), and a COIDA good‑standing letter or equivalent insurance. Preference compliance: evidence of ≥51 % Black ownership and ≥30 % Black‑woman ownership (CSD report, CIPC documents, shareholder certificates, ID copies). All replacement items must meet OHS Act standards and be SABS‑certified or equivalent.
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1345 Needs Camp Road - Fort Grey - EAST LONDON - 5201
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High source confidence
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Last checked
05 Jun 2026
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Enhanced
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