Airports company south africa (acsa) invites proposals from CIDB 7me+ contractors for the refurbishment of fuel assets at regional airports over an 18-month period. The tender requires attendance at a compulsory briefing and site inspection, and evaluation includes functionality, price, and preference points.
Key Requirements
Must have CIDB contractor grading of 7ME or higher (or combined 7ME for JV/consortia).
Attendance at the compulsory briefing and site inspection at Upington Airport on 9 July 2026 is mandatory.
Submit bids by 14 August 2026, 11:00 AM, in printed form (1 original + 1 copy) to the specified address.
Provide evidence of company experience in oil/gas infrastructure refurbishment (minimum 5 projects for scoring) and at least 2 client reference letters.
Achieve a minimum functionality score of 70/100 to proceed to price and preference evaluation.
Prices must be fixed for the contract duration and quoted in ZAR, with VAT shown separately.
Submit a valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number, and B-BBEE certificate for preference points.
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Important Dates
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2026
PUBLICATION
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14 Aug
2026
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RFP for the Refurbishment of Fuel Asset COR8100-2026-RFP 02 July 2026 PN.pdf
The Airports Company of South Africa (ACSA) invites bids for the refurbishment of fuel assets at regional airports over an 18-month period. The tender (Reference: COR8100/2025/RFP) requires compliance with CIDB contractor grading of 7ME or higher, attendance at a compulsory briefing/site inspection, and adherence to tax, B-BBEE, and technical criteria. Submissions close on 14 August 2026 at 11:00 AM (SA time).
NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf
The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is requesting proposals for the refurbishment of fuel assets at five regional airports (George, King Phalo, Bram Fischer, Kimberley, and Upington) over an 18-month period. The contract involves engineering design, project management, construction, production of as-built drawings, and assessments with recommendations. The tender is governed by the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (Option A: Priced Contract with Activity Schedule) and includes stringent insurance, safety, and compliance requirements.
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Important Dates
Source: RFP for the Refurbishment of Fuel Asset COR8100-2026-RFP 02 July 2026 PN.pdf (RFP)
Tender Issue Date: 02 July 2026.
Compulsory Briefing Session and Site Inspection (Upington Airport): 09 July 2026, 08:30–11:30 (signing attendance register: 08:30–09:00; briefing: 09:00–10:00; site inspection: 10:00–11:30).
Non-Compulsory Site Inspections:
Kimberley Airport: 10 July 2026, 09:30–11:30.
Bloemfontein/Bram Fischer Airport: 13 July 2026, 09:00–11:30.
George Airport: 14 July 2026, 10:00–12:30.
King Phalo Airport: 15 July 2026, 09:30–12:00 (permit required; R55 excl. VAT for permit, R30 excl. VAT for parking).
Query Closure Date: 29 July 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Closing Date for Tenders: 14 August 2026 at 11:00 AM (SA time).
Tender Validity Period: 12 weeks (84 days) from closing date.
Contact Information
Source: RFP for the Refurbishment of Fuel Asset COR8100-2026-RFP 02 July 2026 PN.pdf (RFP)
Bid Submission Address: Reception, 3rd Floor, Western Precinct, Aviation Park, OR Tambo International Airport, 1 Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng.
Note: All communication during the tender period must be directed to ACSA’s Supply Chain Department. No other ACSA employees may be contacted regarding this tender.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFP for the Refurbishment of Fuel Asset COR8100-2026-RFP 02 July 2026 PN.pdf (RFP)
Submit bids in printed form: 1 original and 1 copy, sealed in clearly marked envelopes/packages indicating 'Original' and 'Copy'. Each must include the bidder’s name, contact details, tender reference number (COR8100/2025/RFP), and tender description.
Submit bids to: Reception, 3rd Floor, Western Precinct, Aviation Park, OR Tambo International Airport, 1 Jones Road, Kempton Park, Gauteng.
Bids must be deposited in the bid box at the specified address. The Tender Deposit Register must be completed and signed by the person depositing the bid documents.
Submit bids during working hours (Monday to Friday). No submissions outside these hours will be accepted.
Late bids will not be accepted. Bids received after 14 August 2026 at 11:00 AM (SA time) will be returned unopened.
Bids submitted via telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile, or email will not be accepted.
Bids must be submitted on the official forms provided (not re-typed) or in the manner prescribed in the bid document.
Ensure all returnable documents (e.g., Form of Offer, Contract Data, Pricing Schedules) are completed, signed, and returned in full.
Bidders must attend the compulsory briefing session and site inspection at Upington Airport (9 July 2026, 08:30–11:30) to be eligible. Addenda will only be issued to entities on the attendance list.
Bids must remain valid for 12 weeks (84 days) after the closing date. Extensions may be requested by the employer.
No public opening of tenders will occur. The Tender Received Register will be uploaded to the National Treasury e-tenders website.
Non-responsive bids (e.g., incomplete, unsigned, or deviating materially from requirements) will be rejected.
Bidders must not contact ACSA employees other than Patricia Nkambule for queries. All queries must be submitted by 29 July 2026 at 11:00 AM.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFP for the Refurbishment of Fuel Asset COR8100-2026-RFP 02 July 2026 PN.pdf (RFP)
Stage 1 – Test for Responsiveness:
Bids must comply with all tender conditions, be properly completed and signed, and be responsive to requirements.
Non-responsive bids will be rejected and cannot be corrected after submission.
Stage 2 – Mandatory Requirements (must all be met):
CIDB contractor grading 7ME or higher (or combined 7ME for JVs/consortia).
Attendance at compulsory briefing and Upington site inspection (9 July 2026).
Fully signed Form of Offer (C1.1).
Stage 3 – Functionality (minimum 70/100 points to proceed):
Company Experience (40 points): Provide evidence of successful completion of oil/gas infrastructure refurbishment projects (tanks, pumps, piping) with duration ≥3 months each. Scoring: 0 points for none, 20 for 5 projects, 40 for 6+ projects. Use Annexure A.
Client References (10 points): Minimum 2 reference letters on client letterhead (not older than 10 years) aligned with listed projects. Scoring: 0 for <2, 5 for 2, 10 for 3.
Lead Engineer(s) (25 points): Experience in piping/tank design, installation, construction supervision, testing/commissioning for jet/avgas fuel handling equipment. Scoring: 0 for ≤3 years, 8 for 4-5 years, 12 for 6+ years. Education: 0 for lower than BTech, 8 for BTech/Pr Tech Eng (Mech/Elec/Civil), 13 for more than BTech.
Installation Technician(s) (25 points): Experience in oil/gas infrastructure refurbishment. Scoring: 0 for ≤3 years, 8 for 4-5 years, 12 for 6+ years. Education: 0 for lower than Trade Test, 8 for Artisan (Elec/Electronics/Instrumentation), 13 for more than Trade Test.
Preference: 10 points max, based on B-BBEE status and locality (see compliance).
Stage 5 – Objective Criteria: Not applicable.
Award to highest total points unless objective criteria justify otherwise.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFP for the Refurbishment of Fuel Asset COR8100-2026-RFP 02 July 2026 PN.pdf (RFP)
Scope: Refurbishment of fuel assets (e.g., tanks, pumps, piping) at regional airports for a period of 18 months.
Eligibility: Only contractors with a CIDB grading of 7ME or higher (or combined grading of 7ME for joint ventures/consortia) may submit bids.
Key Requirements:
Evidence of experience in oil/gas infrastructure refurbishment projects (major repairs or replacement of tanks, pumps, piping) with a minimum duration of 3 months per project.
Compliance with the CIDB Standard Conditions of Tender (Annex C, 2019) and the Standard Conditions of Contract (GCC).
All work must adhere to the scope of work described in Part C3 (Works Information) and Part C4 (Site Information) of the tender document.
Site-Specific Notes:
Compulsory briefing and site inspection at Upington Airport to understand requirements.
Non-compulsory site inspections available at Kimberley, Bloemfontein, George, and King Phalo Airports (some require permits).
Bidders must bring ID/driver’s license, safety boots, reflector vest, and hard hat for site inspections. Sobriety is mandatory (12-hour abstinence from intoxicating substances).
Deliverables: Completed refurbishment of fuel assets as per the scope, including all testing, commissioning, and handover documentation.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFP for the Refurbishment of Fuel Asset COR8100-2026-RFP 02 July 2026 PN.pdf (RFP)
Pricing: All rates and prices must be fixed for the 18-month contract duration. No adjustments for Contract Price Adjustments (CPA) or foreign currency fluctuations will be permitted.
Currency: Prices must be quoted in South African Rand (ZAR).
Taxes: Include all duties, taxes (except VAT), and levies applicable 14 days before the closing date. VAT must be shown separately as an addition to the tendered total.
Payment Terms: Not explicitly stated; refer to Contract Data (Part C1.2) and Conditions of Contract for details.
Securities/Bonds: If requested, submit securities, bonds, guarantees, policies, and certificates of insurance before contract formation (refer to Part C1.3 and Appendix 2).
Submission Format: Pricing must be submitted on the official Pricing/Activity Schedules (Part C2.2) and returned in full. Electronic copies (USB) must match the issued format.
Cost of Tendering: The employer will not compensate bidders for costs incurred in preparing or submitting bids.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFP for the Refurbishment of Fuel Asset COR8100-2026-RFP 02 July 2026 PN.pdf (RFP)
CIDB Grading: Mandatory CIDB contractor grading of 7ME or higher (or combined 7ME for joint ventures/consortia).
Tax Compliance:
Bidders must submit a Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN issued by SARS to verify tax status. Apply via e-filing at www.sars.gov.za.
Alternatively, submit a printed TCS certificate with the bid.
For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
If no TCS PIN is available but the bidder is registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), provide the CSD number.
Failure to comply with tax requirements may render the bid invalid.
B-bbee:
Preference points awarded based on B-BBEE status (Level 1–8) and location (5 points if entity is located in the provincial/municipal/district where services/assets are procured).
Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate from a SANAS-accredited rating agency (or consolidated certificate for JVs).
For foreign suppliers: If the entity is not a RSA resident, has no branch/permanent establishment in RSA, and no RSA income/tax liability, a TCS PIN is not required.
Central Supplier Database (CSD): Bidders must provide a CSD number if not submitting a TCS PIN.
Other Compliance:
Proof of authority to sign the bid (e.g., company resolution).
Conflict of interest declarations must be submitted if applicable.
Compliance with the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), 2000, and its regulations.
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Contact Information
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Source: NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf (unknown)
The contract documents include Part C1: Agreements & Contract Data, which contains:
Part C1.1 Form of Offer and Acceptance
Part C1.2a Contract Data provided by the Employer
Part C1.2b Contract Data provided by the Vendor-Partner
Part C1.3 Proforma Guarantees
Part C1.4 Occupational Health and Safety Agreement
Part C1.5 Environmental Terms and Conditions Agreement
Part C1.6 ACSA Insurance Clauses
Evaluation Criteria
Source: NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf (unknown)
Mandatory requirements:
CIDB registration (Tenderer's CIDB registration number must be provided).
Legal capacity to enter into a binding contract in South Africa.
Compliance with all South African regulatory requirements (e.g., OHS, environmental laws).
Ability to provide required securities (e.g., performance bond, guarantees).
Experience in engineering design, project management, and construction for similar projects.
Desirable:
Prior experience working with ACSA or on airport infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated ability to manage multi-site projects within tight deadlines.
Familiarity with NEC3 contracts and dispute resolution procedures.
Evaluation will consider scope, cost, time, and quality.
Key performance indicators include meeting Stage 4 sign-off for all sites within four months of contract signing.
Technical Specifications
Source: NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf (unknown)
Contract is for engineering design, project management, construction of various works, production of as-built drawings, and conducting stated assessments with recommendations.
Works will be performed at George, King Phalo, Bram Fischer, Kimberley, and Upington Airports over an 18-month period.
The Vendor-Partner must submit a preliminary quality plan by the tender closing date and a revised quality policy statement and quality plan within two weeks of the Contract Date.
Environmental terms and conditions are specified in Part C1.5 of the contract.
The Vendor-Partner must implement and maintain a quality management system as per Works Information.
The Project Manager may instruct corrections for failures to comply with the quality plan.
Quality Management
Source: NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf
The Vendor-Partner must implement and maintain a quality management system as per Works Information.
A preliminary quality plan must be submitted by the tender closing date.
A revised quality policy statement and quality plan must be submitted within two weeks of the Contract Date.
The Project Manager may instruct corrections for failures to comply with the quality plan.
Pricing Schedule
Source: NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf
Pricing data is contained in Part C2 of the contract.
The contract includes provisions for delay damages (0.05% per day up to 10% of contract value) and low performance damages (0.1% per day up to 10% of contract value).
A performance bond of 10% of contract value is required.
The contract allows for acceleration quotations, which the Project Manager can accept or reject.
Financial Requirements
Source: NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf (unknown)
Payment assessments occur every four weeks on the 25th day of each month.
Payments are made within four to six weeks after receipt of a valid tax invoice and signed payment certificate.
The contract currency is South African Rand.
Delay damages are 0.05% of the contract value per day, up to a maximum of 10% of the contract value.
A performance bond of 10% of the contract value is required.
Low performance damages are 0.1% of contract value per day for delays, up to a limit of 10% of the contract value.
Pricing data is contained in Part C2 of the contract.
The contract allows for acceleration quotations, which the Project Manager can accept or reject.
Compliance Requirements
Source: NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf (unknown)
The contract uses the NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (April 2013) with specific main and secondary options.
Extensive insurance requirements are mandated for both Employer and Contractor, including Contract Works, Public Liability, Aviation Liability, and Professional Indemnity.
The Vendor-Partner must provide proof of insurance and other securities as per contract conditions.
Compliance with Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental agreements is required.
The contract is based on NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (April 2013) with Main Option A (Priced contract with Activity Schedule) and secondary options including X1, X5, X7, X13, X17, X18, and Z.
The Employer is Airports Company South Africa SOC Limited.
The completion date for the whole of the works is 18 months upon signing of the contract by ACSA.
Key dates include Stage 4 sign-off for all sites within four months and construction at all sites within six months of contract signing.
The defects date is 52 consecutive weeks after completion, with a defect correction period of four weeks (three days for issues affecting functional use of offloading equipment).
Delay damages are 0.05% of contract value per day, capped at 10% of contract value.
A performance bond of 10% of contract value is required.
Liability for indirect or consequential loss is excluded for both parties.
Additional conditions (Z clauses) cover interpretation, project manager and supervisor roles, early warning, quality management, acceleration, termination, delay damages, performance bond, limitation of liability, cession and assignment, joint and several liability, anti-corruption, confidentiality, liens, and intellectual property.
Occupational Health and Safety agreement is included in Part C1.4 of the contract.
General contractual interpretation clauses apply, but no specific health and safety requirements are detailed in the extracted text.
Contractual Terms
Source: NEC ECC3 Local Airports Refurbishment Project 2 July 2026.pdf
Weather data annexure: One-in-ten-year-return weather data obtained from SA Weather Bureau for the weather station is provided. If actual weather is more adverse than the stated amounts, the Vendor-Partner may notify a compensation event. The data includes monthly cumulative rainfall, number of days with rain more than 10mm, days with min air temp < 0 deg C, and days with snow lying at 08:00.
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