Old Mossel Bay Road (R102) - George Airport - George - 6530
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GOVERNMENT
Published
28 Jun 2026
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ocds-9t57fa-160515
Summary
This tender seeks a qualified electrical service provider to deliver on-demand maintenance, repairs, and compliance services for george airport (fagg) and its remote sites over a five-year period. The contract is ad-hoc, with services triggered by call-out requests or work orders, and prioritizes critical air traffic management systems like control towers, radar, and navigation aids.
Key Requirements
- Must be a registered electrical contractor with the department of employment and labour and employ at least one registered electrician (wireman’s licence holder). - Mandatory attendance at the compulsory briefing on 07 july 2026 via microsoft teams. - Provide 24/7 emergency call-out services with response times of 2 hours for critical systems and 4–6 hours for remote sites. - Submit proof of CIDB registration (3eb or higher), coida compliance, local presence in the garden route district, and three contactable reference letters for past electrical maintenance work. - Compliance with SANS 10142-1, occupational health and safety act, and atns/acsa/sacaa requirements, including valid airside access permits at own cost. - Bids must include a completed sbd 3.3 Pricing schedule, csd report, cipc documents, and valid b-bbee certificate (or sworn affidavit) for preference points. - Submit bids by 27 july 2026 at 14h00 cat via the national treasury e-tender system or physical delivery to atns in bruma.
Appointment of a service provider for the electrical maintenance at george airport remote sites for a period of five (5) years on an as and when required basis
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The tender is for the appointment of a service provider to perform electrical maintenance at George Airport (FAGG) and its remote sites over a 5-year period on an as-and-when-required basis. The scope includes corrective maintenance, emergency call-outs, preventative maintenance, minor installations, compliance testing, and maintenance of critical ATNS systems. The contract is ad-hoc, with services triggered by call-out requests or work instructions, and payment is based on a schedule of rates.
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ATNS is a state-owned company providing air traffic management, communication, surveillance, navigation, and training services across South Africa and the broader African region.
This bid aims to appoint an electrical service provider for ad hoc maintenance at George Airport and remote sites for five years on an as-and-when-required basis.
The contractor will ensure reliable, responsive, and compliant electrical maintenance to support critical air traffic management systems.
Services will be rendered based on operational requirements, with work executed only upon formal call-out requests or authorised work instructions.
The contract does not guarantee a minimum volume of work; the contractor must maintain capacity and readiness to respond within agreed service levels.
Submit bids by 27 July 2026 at 14h00 Central African Time (CAT).
Two submission methods: online via the National Treasury e-Tender system (e-Submission) or physical hard copy.
Physical submissions must be delivered to ATNS Company Limited, Eastgate Office Park, Block C, South Boulevard Road, Bruma, 2298.
Physical submissions must include one original, one copy, and one PDF version on a USB.
Submissions sent via email will not be accepted.
Bids must be structured in two parcels: Parcel A (Administrative and Mandatory) and Parcel B (Price and Specific Goals).
Required returnables include completed SBD forms, CSD report, CIPC documents, shareholder certificates, ID copies, and a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit.
Bids submitted without a price or with incomplete pricing will be deemed non-responsive.
Bidders must complete and sign the Invitation to Bid (SBD 1) and other required forms; failure to do so will result in rejection.
Bids must remain valid for 120 days from submission.
Scope: Electrical maintenance services at George Airport (FAGG) and remote sites on an as-and-when-required basis for five years.
Services include corrective maintenance and repairs, emergency call-out (24/7 availability), ad hoc preventative maintenance, minor installations, compliance testing, and maintenance of critical ATNS systems.
Response times: 2 hours for critical airport systems, 4–6 hours for remote sites (subject to distance).
Critical infrastructure includes Control Tower systems, radar installations, and navigation/communication systems.
Equipment covers various sites with distribution boards, UPS, generators, and rigging work.
Distances to sites range from 0 km (Control Tower) to 230 km (Blesberg Radar).
General requirements: Contractor must be registered with the Department of Employment and Labour as an Electrical Contractor and employ a Registered Electrician (Wireman’s Licence holder).
Compliance with SANS 10142-1, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Electrical Installation Regulations, ATNS HSE policies, and ACSA/SACAA requirements.
Contractor must provide all labour, tools, equipment, PPE, transport, and obtain ACSA airside access permits at own cost.
Reporting requirements: Completed job cards per task and monthly summaries of services rendered.
Exclusions: Major electrical upgrades, bulk rewiring, UPS battery replacement, and civil works unless specifically requested and approved.
The contractor must ensure quality workmanship, full regulatory compliance, and accurate documentation.
Specific equipment at Blesberg Radar includes UPS, essential DB with approximately 35 circuit breakers, generator, 3-phase wiring capabilities, and testing.
Pricing must be submitted using the SBD 3.3 Pricing Schedule (Professional Services); incomplete or omitted pricing will render the bid non-responsive.
The contract is based on an approved schedule of rates, including labour (normal and after-hours), call-out fees, travel costs, and a percentage markup on materials and parts.
Payment is based on actual work executed; no minimum volume of work is guaranteed.
Bidders must submit a fair and reasonable costing; any budget indicated in the document is a guide only.
Financial evaluation uses the 80/20 system, with price points calculated relative to the lowest acceptable tender.
Mandatory registration on the Central Supplier Database (CSD); submit proof of registration or application.
Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN required; must remain valid for the full validity period.
B-BBEE compliance: Submit a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit (for EMEs/QSEs) to qualify for preference points.
Specific goals for preference points: 51% Black Owned suppliers (10 points) and 30% Black Woman Owned suppliers (10 points); requires submission of CSD report, CIPC documents, shareholder certificates, and ID copies.
CIDB registration with grading 3EB or higher (or proof of application) is mandatory.
Proof of COIDA compliance (Letter of Good Standing or Registered Mutual Association policy) required.
Proof of at least one Electrical Wireman’s license issued by the Department of Employment and Labour.
Declaration of Interest and Invitation to Bid (SBD 1) must be completed and signed; non-compliance leads to rejection.
Contractor must comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act, SANS standards, ATNS HSE policies, and ACSA/SACAA requirements.
Requirements include use of appropriate PPE, conducting risk assessments, safe handling and disposal of electrical waste, and maintaining a safety file.
Contractor must maintain valid safety files, medical fitness certificates (updated every 3 months), police clearances, and relevant competency certifications.
All queries should be directed to Busisiwe Molapisi via email with the tender reference in the subject line.
ATNS reserves the right to vary the scope and terms, and to reject, withdraw, or cancel bids.
The successful tenderer will be engaged under standard contract terms including retention, confidentiality, and professional indemnity insurance requirements.
ATNS may negotiate with bidders but no award is guaranteed until a formal written contract is signed.
Bidders must accept General Conditions of Contract.
Additional information may be requested during evaluation; failure to respond within 7 working days may lead to disqualification.
Confidentiality of bid information is required, and intellectual property rights belong to ATNS.
Non-compliance with delivery terms requires immediate written notice to ATNS.
All suppliers must be registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD).
Evaluation follows a three-stage process: Administrative, Mandatory, and Price/Preference.
Stage 1 focuses on administrative compliance, including tax status.
Stage 2 includes mandatory criteria such as briefing attendance, company experience references, COIDA compliance, CIDB registration, electrical personnel registration, and local footprint.
Stage 3 uses the 80/20 system, with price points calculated via a formula and preference points allocated for specific B-BBEE goals.
Sets the constitutional standard for fair, equitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective public procurement.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Old Mossel Bay Road (R102) - George Airport - George - 6530
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