The airports company of south africa is seeking a contractor to refurbish the bulk jet‑a1 fuel storage tank depot at o.R. Tambo international airport over a 48‑month period. The contract is awarded on an nec3 ecc3 option a lump‑sum basis, requiring a detailed activity schedule and compliance with all design, construction, commissioning and project‑management obligations.
Key Requirements
Submit a comprehensive Activity Schedule with lump‑sum prices for each activity, linked to the project programme and showing monthly cash‑flow.
Prices must be inclusive of design, procurement, construction, commissioning, defect correction and all health‑safety, environmental and documentation obligations.
Only fully completed, defect‑free activities are eligible for payment; no part‑payment for incomplete work.
All design work must meet API, EI, NFPA and SANS standards and include detailed calculations, P&IDs, FAT/SAT and integration with existing facilities.
Compliance with NEC3 ECC3 Option A pricing assumptions, compensation‑event procedures and exclusive‑of‑VAT pricing is mandatory.
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Important Dates
12 May
2026
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09 Jun
2026
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Technical Specifications
Source: C3.1 ECC3 Employers Works Information - Refurbishment of Tank Farm.pdf
Scope: Engineering, Procurement, Construction, and Management (EPCM) for refurbishment of the bulk Jet-A1 fuel storage tank depot at O.R. Tambo International Airport over 48 months.
Site: Landside, adjacent to the southern airside security checkpoint. Operational environment with zero to minimal disruption allowed.
Infrastructure: Three tank farms with 13 tanks (total design capacity: 59.2 million litres; throughput: >1.3 billion litres/annum). Includes fuel receipt/metering/filtration stations, apron pump/metering/supply areas, workshop, fire management systems, emergency shutdown systems, storage, containment, control rooms, server rooms, and administration buildings.
Key Workstreams:
Tank Farm Works: Replace tanks 1–7 in Tank Farm 1 (commissioned 1967–1993), including structural integrity testing, coating, painting, and compliance certification. Decommission aged tanks and salvage materials. Modify bunding, fire protection, and drainage systems.
Piping and Hydraulics: Replace and reroute all fuel piping networks. Integrate with existing operational systems. Install new valves, flow meters, pigging systems, and high-integrity pressure protection systems.
Pump and Filtration Systems: Upgrade receipt and apron supply systems. Replace filtration units to meet international aviation fuel quality standards (e.g., JIG 2).
Electrical & Instrumentation: Upgrade electrical reticulation, motor control centres (MCCs), and standby power systems. Install instrumentation for flow, temperature, pressure, and conductivity monitoring. Integrate with SCADA for automated control and remote monitoring.
Fire Protection and Safety Systems: Upgrade foam-based suppression, detection systems, and emergency shutdown (ESD) mechanisms. Comply with ICAO and local hazardous area classifications (e.g., SANS 10108, NFPA 30).
Administration/Control Rooms/Automation: Refurbish facilities. Upgrade automation and communication systems. Implement cyber-secure, fail-safe control systems with redundancies.
Civil and Structural Works: Replace all paved areas. Refurbish drainage and separation systems. Demolish/reconstruct tank bases, pipe racks, roads, containment bunds, and hardstands. Build new structural platforms for pumps, valves, and E&I equipment.
Standards: Compliance with API (e.g., API 650, API 2610), ASME (e.g., B31.3, B31.4), SANS (e.g., 10089, 10108, 10142-1), NFPA, IEC, ISO, JIG, and SACAA requirements.
Deliverables: As-built drawings, operating manuals, maintenance schedules, minimum spares holding, lifecycle costing, criticality analysis, and technology transfer documentation.
Team Requirements: Multi-disciplinary team with experience in brownfield petroleum infrastructure upgrades, high-security/high-risk environments. Disciplines include mechanical, civil/structural, electrical (hazardous areas), EC&I (SCADA/PLC), fire protection, HSSE, QA/QC, project management, commissioning, and specialist subcontractors (e.g., NDT, tank cleaning).
Financial Requirements
Source: C3.1 ECC3 Employers Works Information - Refurbishment of Tank Farm.pdf
Estimated contract value: ZAR 1 billion (EPCM).
Bonds and Guarantees: Provision required as per Section 2.11 of the Works Information.
Invoicing and Payment: Governed by Section 2.9. Contractor must maintain records of defined costs, payments, and compensation events (Section 2.12).
Procurement: Contractor responsible for plant/materials procurement (Section 4.3). Subcontracting allowed with limitations (Section 4.2).
Compliance Requirements
Source: C3.1 ECC3 Employers Works Information - Refurbishment of Tank Farm.pdf
Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) Compliance: Including Construction Regulations (2014), Major Hazard Installation (MHI) Regulations, Electrical Installation Regulations, and General Safety Regulations. Site is a registered MHI; no deviations from approved risk assessments without written approval.
Permit-to-Work (PTW) System: Mandatory for high-risk activities (confined space, hot work, electrical isolations, excavations, working at height, lifting operations). PTW issued only after RAMS approval and toolbox talks.
Jet-A1 Fuel Handling: No open flames/hot work near fuel without approved Hot Work Permit. Static electricity mitigation (bonding/grounding) required. Tools/equipment must be intrinsically safe, ATEX-/IECEX-rated, or pneumatically driven. Gas detection and confined space monitoring mandatory.
Traffic and Site Access: Compliance with Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality by-laws, airport traffic management plans, and National Road Traffic Act. Stringent standards apply as determined by the Project Manager.
Health and Safety Documentation: Approved Construction Health and Safety Plan (Regulation 5(1)(h)) and site-specific Health and Safety File required before mobilization. Weekly toolbox talks and competency certificates for all personnel.
Incident Reporting: All incidents (including near misses) reported within 1 hour; full investigation report within 48 hours. Joint emergency drills with Employer/facility operator required.
Environmental Compliance: NEMA, NEM:WA, NEM:AQA, National Water Act, Hazardous Substances Act, and Ekurhuleni by-laws. Adherence to ISO 14001 EMS principles and JIG Environmental Guidelines. Environmental Management Plan (EMP) and File required (Section 2.4.3).
Quality Assurance: Contractor’s Quality Plan, witness/hold points, ISO compliance, and QA documentation submission (Section 2.5). Non-conformance penalties apply.
Standards: SANS 10089 (Petroleum Industry), SANS 10108 (Hazardous Locations), SANS 10142-1 (Electrical Wiring), NFPA 30, API 650/2610, and others as listed in the document.
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Important Dates
Source: ORTIA8054 2025 RFP - REFURBISHMENT OF TANK FARM - FINAL.pdf
Tender Issue Date: 12 May 2026
Compulsory Briefing Session: 20 May 2026 at 10:00 AM, ACSA Media Room, OR Tambo International Airport (next to Terminal A International Arrivals, between Post Office and Inter Africa Bureau de Change kiosks).
Compulsory Site Inspection: 21 May 2026 at 10:00 AM, OR Tambo Bulk Fuel Storage Depot. Bidders must bring: Original ID/passport, safety boots, hard hat, reflector vest.
Query Closure Date: 01 June 2026 (last day to submit clarification requests).
Tender Closing Date/Time: 09 June 2026 at 12:00 PM (SAST).
Tender Opening: Public opening after closing at 3rd Floor ACSA Offices North Wing, Kudu Boardroom, OR Tambo International Airport. Register uploaded to National Treasury e-tenders website.
Submission Address: Tender Box B, 3rd Floor, North Wing Offices, ACSA, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park, Johannesburg.
Document Availability: Free download from National Treasury eTender Portal (www.etenders.gov.za).
Note: Bidders may only contact Thami Mncube for this tender. No other ACSA employees may be contacted until after award.
Submission Guidelines
Source: ORTIA8054 2025 RFP - REFURBISHMENT OF TANK FARM - FINAL.pdf
Submit bids physically (1 original + 1 copy) in sealed envelopes/packages, clearly marked "ORIGINAL" and "COPY", with bidder’s name, contact details, tender reference (ORTIA8054/2025/RFP), and description. Deliver to: Tender Box B, 3rd Floor, North Wing Offices, ACSA, OR Tambo International Airport, Kempton Park during working hours (Mon-Fri).
Electronic submission: Email a well-labeled copy (separate annexures per returnables schedule) to [email protected]. Both physical and electronic submissions are mandatory; physical submission takes precedence in case of discrepancies.
Bid Register: Must be completed and signed by the person depositing the bid, including tendering entity name and contact details.
Late bids: Will not be accepted. Bids received after 09 June 2026, 12:00 PM (SAST) will be returned unopened. Ensure envelopes include bidder’s return address.
Non-acceptable submission methods: Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile, or e-mailed tenders alone are not accepted.
Disqualification risks: Failure to submit physical documents by the deadline, incomplete/unsigned forms, or non-compliance with official tender documentation format.
Tender validity: Offers must remain valid for 12 weeks (84 days) post-closing date. Extensions may be requested by the employer.
Withdrawal/substitution: Written notice must be given before the closing time. Substitute tenders must be marked "SUBSTITUTE" and comply with submission rules.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: ORTIA8054 2025 RFP - REFURBISHMENT OF TANK FARM - FINAL.pdf
Two-stage evaluation process:
Stage 1 (Functionality): Technical proposals evaluated first. Only bidders meeting the minimum 60/100 points proceed to Stage 2.
Stage 2 (Financial): Shortlisted bidders submit priced offers. Evaluation includes price, preference points (e.g., B-BBEE), and objective criteria.
Functionality Scoring (Max 100 points, Min 60 required):
A. Project Resources (90 points):
Project Director (18 pts): Qualifications (Bachelor’s in Engineering/Project/Construction Management + accreditations like PMP, CSPM, or Pr.PM) and experience (5–10+ years in petrochemical infrastructure, projects >ZAR 50M).
Construction Manager (18 pts): Qualifications (Bachelor’s + SACPCMP/ECSA registration) + hazardous-area certifications (e.g., CompEx, API, SANS 10108). Experience in multi-discipline petrochemical works (>ZAR 50M).
Lead Mechanical Engineer (18 pts): Bachelor’s + ECSA PrEng + API/ASME certifications. Experience in API 650-compliant petrochemical storage/refurbishment projects.
Lead Civil Engineer (18 pts): Bachelor’s + ECSA PrEng + geotechnical/road design certifications. Experience in heavy industrial sites (bunds, foundations, depots).
Lead Electrical/C&I Engineer (18 pts): Bachelor’s + ECSA PrEng + hazardous-area electrical certifications (e.g., CompEx, SANS 10313). Experience in hazardous-area electrical designs (fuel depots, lighting, earthing).
B. Tenderer’s Prior Experience (10 points):
Projects of similar scope (API 650-compliant petrochemical work):
<ZAR 30M or <30M litres capacity: 0 pts
ZAR 30M–365M or 30M–50M litres: 6 pts
≥ZAR 365M or ≥50M litres: 10 pts
Mandatory Criteria:
Attendance at compulsory briefing (20 May 2026, 10:00 AM, ACSA Media Room) and site inspection (21 May 2026, 10:00 AM, OR Tambo Bulk Fuel Depot). Proof via attendance register.
CIDB grading: Minimum 9ME or higher (or combined grading for joint ventures/consortia).
Price and Preference:
Phase 1 requires a Class-3 cost estimate (accuracy: −20% to +30%). Phase 2 financial offers must align with this range unless scope/risk changes are employer-approved.
Non-compliance with estimate range may disqualify the bid.
Technical Specifications
Source: ORTIA8054 2025 RFP - REFURBISHMENT OF TANK FARM - FINAL.pdf
Scope: Refurbishment of the bulk fuel storage tank depot at OR Tambo International Airport over 48 months.
Key Deliverables: Infrastructure upgrade, replacement, and/or refurbishment of storage and distribution systems compliant with API 650 standards.
Site Context: Brownfield operational environment (OR Tambo Bulk Fuel Storage Depot). Works include multi-discipline petrochemical industrial components (civil, mechanical, piping, electrical/instrumentation).
Standards/Compliance:
API 650 (tank design/construction), API 653 (tank inspection/repair), API 570 (piping), API 2000 (venting), API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 (fitness-for-service).
SANS 10108/IEC 60079 (hazardous area classification).
SANS 10313/IEC 62305 (earthing/lightning protection).
Safety Requirements: Bidders must adhere to RAMS (Risk Assessment Method Statements), permits-to-work, isolations, and shutdown interfaces.
Design/Execution: Must account for coordination with electrical works, hazardous-area classifications, and operational constraints of a live airport environment.
Financial Requirements
Source: ORTIA8054 2025 RFP - REFURBISHMENT OF TANK FARM - FINAL.pdf
Pricing Format: Fixed rates and prices for the full 48-month contract duration (no adjustments for CPI, foreign fluctuations, etc.).
Class-3 Cost Estimate: Required in Phase 1 (accuracy range: −20% to +30% relative to final offer). Phase 2 financial offers must fall within this range unless employer-approved scope/risk changes occur.
Currency: Prices must be stated in South African Rand (ZAR).
VAT: Must be shown separately as an addition to the tendered total.
Taxes/Duties: Include all duties, taxes (except VAT), and levies applicable 14 days before the closing date in rates/prices.
Payment Terms: Not explicitly detailed; refer to Contract Data for specifics.
Bonds/Guarantees: If requested, submit securities, bonds, guarantees, insurance policies, and certificates before contract formation (per Contract Data).
Cost of Tendering: Employer will not compensate bidders for preparation/submission costs, including testing.
Compliance Requirements
Source: ORTIA8054 2025 RFP - REFURBISHMENT OF TANK FARM - FINAL.pdf
CIDB Registration: Mandatory minimum grading of 9ME or higher (or combined grading for joint ventures/consortia).
Tax Compliance:
Submit Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN (via SARS eFiling: www.sars.gov.za) or printed TCS certificate with the bid.
For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors: Each party must submit a separate TCS PIN/certificate or CSD number.
If no TCS PIN, provide Central Supplier Database (CSD) number.
Foreign suppliers: Exempt from TCS PIN if no RSA residency, branch, permanent establishment, income source, or tax liability. Must still register on CSD if applicable.
B-BBEE: Preference points will be considered in Phase 2 (Financial Offer) evaluation.
Construction Manager: SACPCMP (Pr.CM/Pr.CPM) or ECSA (Pr.Eng) registration + hazardous-area certifications.
Lead Engineers (Mechanical/Civil/Electrical): ECSA PrEng registration + relevant API/ASME/SANS certifications.
Legal Capacity: Bidder must not be insolvent, in receivership, under business rescue, bankrupt, or subject to legal proceedings.
Conflict of Interest: Must declare any conflicts; bids with undeclared conflicts may be disqualified.
Corruption/Fraud: Any attempt to influence the process or engage in corrupt/fraudulent practices will result in instant disqualification.
CSD Registration: Required for all bidders (unless exempt as foreign suppliers).
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Evaluation Criteria
Source: C2 ECC3 Pricing Data Option A - Refurbishment of Tank Farm .pdf
Evaluation will be based on compliance with NEC3 ECC3 Option A pricing assumptions and the completeness of the Activity Schedule.
Prices are assessed on a lump‑sum basis for each activity; only fully completed activities (including defect correction) are eligible for payment on assessment dates.
The Contractor must submit an Activity Schedule that reflects all required activities as set out in the Works Information.
No part‑payment is made for incomplete activities; payment is calculated as the Price for Work Done to Date (sum of prices for completed activities).
Compliance with the Works Information, including required documentation, health‑safety and environmental obligations, will be checked during assessment.
Technical Specifications
Source: C2 ECC3 Pricing Data Option A - Refurbishment of Tank Farm .pdf
Scope covers refurbishment of the bulk Jet‑A1 fuel storage tank depot at O.R. Tambo International Airport over 48 months.
Required activities include mobilisation, project controls, document management, health‑safety and environmental management, technical studies (geotechnical/topographical surveys, spares assessment, HAZOP, QRA, functional safety), detailed design (mechanical, civil/structural, EC&I), procurement and manufacturing, construction, commissioning and operational readiness, project management and close‑out.
All design work must meet API, EI, NFPA and SANS standards and include P&IDs, calculations, drawings, FAT/SAT, and integration with existing facilities.
Activity Schedule must be detailed enough to allow accurate lump‑sum pricing, programme integration and certification on completion of each activity.
Financial Requirements
Source: C2 ECC3 Pricing Data Option A - Refurbishment of Tank Farm .pdf
The contract uses NEC3 ECC3 Option A lump‑sum pricing; the Contractor prepares an Activity Schedule with prices for each activity.
Prices are exclusive of VAT.
Payment is made only for activities that are completed and free of defects at the assessment date.
No adjustment to lump‑sum prices for quantity changes; only compensation events (as defined in the contract) can alter prices.
The Contractor must include costs for defect correction, all required design, procurement, construction, commissioning and project management obligations within the lump‑sum prices.
The Activity Schedule must be linked to the programme and show monthly cash‑flow alignment.
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Act 3 of 2000
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