Tender for the appointment of a service provider for the execution & supervision of fire system remedial works for cape town international airports for period of twelve (12) months.

• Scope: Appointment of a service provider for execution and supervision of fire system remedial works at Cape Town International Airport.
• Contract duration: Twelve (12) months.

• Compulsory site briefing session: 28 July 2026 at 10:00.
• Venue: Media Centre, Cape Town International Airport (close to International Arrivals).
• Clarification enquiries deadline: 4 August 2026, close of business.
• Bid closing date: 21 August 2026 at 12:00 midday.

• For tender document enquiries: [email protected].
• Fax: 086 607 4887.
• No hard copies available for collection.
• For fraud or corruption reporting:

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• Bid documents must be downloaded from ACSA website or www.etenders.gov.za at no charge.
• No hard copies are available for collection.
• Submission deadline: Friday 21 August 2026 at 12:00 midday.
• Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Submit in duplicate printed format plus an electronic copy on a flash drive.
• Package must be sealed in a clearly marked envelope with bidder's name, return address, and bid description.
• Submission method: hand deliver or deposit into the tender box.
• A list of mandatory returnable documents must be consulted (refer to section 6 of the bid document).
• Zero contact policy applies after bids are submitted.
• Non-compliance with submission requirements may lead to disqualification.

Only tenderers with an active CIDB contractor grading of 6SF or higher are eligible. Tax status must be verified as in order by SARS. The tenderer must comply with B-BBEE requirements as per DTI criteria.

• Scope: Execution and supervision of fire system remedial works at Cape Town International Airport.
• Contract period: Twelve (12) months.

• Tax compliance: No tender will be awarded to any person whose tax matters are not in order with SARS.
• CIDB requirement: Only active CIDB contractor grading of 6SF or higher is eligible to bid.
• B-BBEE: Must comply with DTI criteria and provide proof of B-BBEE status.
• Transformation imperatives include skills development, enterprise development, and localization.
• Refer to the B-BBEE Preference Score Table in the bid document.

• ACSA subscribes to National Transformation Imperatives and B-BBEE objectives.
• Only DTI criteria are accepted as proof of B-BBEE status.
• Transformation imperatives include skills development, enterprise development, and localization.
• Refer to the B-BBEE Preference Score Table in the bid document.

• Tax compliance with SARS is mandatory for award.
• Only active CIDB contractor grading 6SF or higher is eligible.
• Attendance at the compulsory briefing session is required.
• Refer to section 6 of the bid document for mandatory returnable documents.

• Evaluation follows a six-stage process: responsiveness, mandatory requirements, functionality/technical, price and preference, post-tender negotiations, and security vetting.
• Uses the 80/20 preference point system.
• Refer to the B-BBEE Preference Score Table in the bid document.

• The Integrated Environmental Management Policy applies to Airports Company South Africa SOC Limited (ACSA) infrastructure.
• It covers the geographical areas where ACSA operates its aeronautical business of running and developing airports.
• The scope centres around nine airports and the Corporate Office.
• It includes associated employees, stakeholders, service providers, and contractors.

While specific technical or financial pre-qualification criteria are not detailed in this excerpt, a fundamental eligibility criterion is the service provider's ability and commitment to fully integrate with and adhere to ACSA's Environmental Management System as described in the policy statement. The provider must operate in a manner consistent with the policy's objectives and requirements.

• The tender involves the execution and supervision of fire system remedial works at Cape Town International Airport.
• The service provider must operate within the Airports Company South Africa SOC Limited (ACSA) infrastructure and geographical areas.
• The scope includes ACSA's aeronautical business of running and developing airports across nine airports and the Corporate Office.
• The service provider must align with ACSA's Integrated Environmental Management Policy.
• The policy requires maintaining an Environmental Management System based on ISO 14001:2015.
• Regular audits of the environmental system must be conducted to ensure adequacy and effectiveness.
• Significant environmental aspects of airport activities must be monitored and measured.
• Environmental objectives and targets must be set and reviewed.
• All employees, operators, tenants, service providers, contractors, and supply chain within the system must be aware of environmental aspects and system requirements.
• Environmental performance indicators must be reported in the integrated annual report.
• Continuous improvement of environmental performance is required.
• Opportunities to reduce aircraft noise impact must be sought through engagement with industry stakeholders.
• Aircraft noise must be monitored at Cape Town International, King Shaka International, and O R Tambo International Airports in accordance with SACAA requirements.
• Opportunities to reduce energy consumption from non-renewable sources must be actively sought.
• The carbon footprint at all airports must be measured, with efforts to reduce it.
• Air quality must be monitored at Cape Town International, King Shaka International, and O R Tambo International Airports per SACAA requirements.
• Opportunities to reduce water consumption must be actively sought.
• Pollution of storm water or groundwater from airport operations must be avoided.
• All waste must be minimised, reduced, re-used, or recycled.
• Biodiversity must be conserved where feasible on ACSA property.
• Collaboration with surrounding communities is required to minimise environmental impact.
• Compliance with relevant environmental legal obligations is mandatory.
• Where ACSA does not directly control impacts, partnership with operators, contractors, tenants, service providers, and supply chain management is required to improve performance.
• The policy is reviewed by management every three years and is available upon request.

• The Integrated Environmental Management Policy statement shall be reviewed by management every three years.
• It shall be made available to any interested parties upon request.

• Appointment of a service provider for execution and supervision of fire system remedial works at Cape Town International Airport.
• Contract duration: 12 months.
• Site boundaries include Terminal Buildings (T1, T2, CTB, T5) and Cargo Building.
• Works Information is in Part C3 Scope of Work; Site Information is in Part C4.

• Closing date: 21 August 2026 at 12:00.
• Contract start date: upon signing by ACSA.
• Completion date: 12 months from contract start date.
• Programme submission: within two weeks of contract start date.
• Programme updates: at intervals no longer than two weeks.
• Defects date: 52 weeks after completion of the works.
• Assessment interval for payments: every four weeks, on the 15th day of each month.

• Project Manager: Vuyolwethu Ncedana & Ronald Thanjekwayo.
• Supervisor: Khathulo Rabambi.
• Address: Airports Company South Africa SOC Limited, Cape Town International Airport, Private Bag X9002, Cape Town, 7525.
• Telephone: 021 937 1200.
• Email: To be confirmed (TBC).

• Submit the Offer using the Form of Offer and Acceptance (C1.1).
• The tenderer must sign the Offer signature block and include CIDB registration number.
• Return one copy of the signed Form of Offer and Acceptance including any Schedule of Deviations to the Employer.
• Ensure all required securities, bonds, guarantees, and proof of insurance are delivered within two weeks after receiving the signed agreement.
• Failure to provide required documentation may constitute repudiation of the agreement.
• Covering letters must not be included in the final contract document; deviations must be recorded in the Schedule of Deviations.

• Form of Offer and Acceptance with signatures, names, capacities, and CIDB registration number.
• Schedule of Deviations if applicable.
• Contractor details (name, address, telephone, fax).
• CVs for key persons.
• Proof of insurance.

Must have CIDB registration number; Must provide proof of required insurance coverage; Key personnel must have specified qualifications and experience; Must comply with South African law and contract language (English); Joint ventures must declare joint and several liability.

• Scope: Execution and supervision of fire system remedial works at Cape Town International Airport terminals (T1, T2, CTB, T5) and cargo building for 12 months.
• Key deliverables: Architectural survey and development plans, detailed hydraulic design for ICV sprinkler system, ICV jockey pump automation system, smoke ventilation extraction system, council submissions, and as-built drawings.
• Required key personnel: Fire Engineer, Architect, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Site Supervisor (SAQCC Fire Registered -1475).
• Design outputs must be in AutoCAD (DWG) and PDF formats, submitted to local authority for approval.
• Works Information is detailed in Part C3 Scope of Work and referenced drawings.

• Architectural survey to verify elements, dimensions, walls, doors, partitions, and capture deviations.
• Produce AutoCAD (DWG) and PDF drawings for all engineering disciplines.
• Detailed hydraulic design for ICV sprinkler system with test certification.
• Design ICV jockey pump automation system including panel, electrical works, integration, cabling.
• Design smoke ventilation extraction system including panel, electrical works, integration, cabling.
• Submit all drawings to local authority for approval.

• Key personnel required: Fire Engineer, Architect, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Site Supervisor (SAQCC Fire Registered -1475).
• CVs for key persons must be appended to the tender schedule.
• Contractor must have experience in architectural surveys, hydraulic design, automation systems, and smoke ventilation design.

• Contractor must produce as-built drawings, test certifications, and ensure all designs meet specified standards.
• Works must be fit for intended purpose as per Z2.1.
• All developed drawings must be submitted to local authority for approval.

• Pricing based on bill of quantities (Part C2).
• Tenderer must provide tendered total of Prices (exclusive of VAT).
• Hourly rates for design personnel (Professional Architect, Fire Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Draughtsman) required.
• Percentages for people overheads and design overheads must be specified.
• Equipment rates and adjustments based on published list.

• Contract uses NEC3 Option B: Priced contract with bill of quantities.
• Tenderer must provide the tendered total of Prices (exclusive of VAT) in figures and words.
• Pricing data includes bill of quantities (Part C2), hourly rates for design personnel, percentages for people overheads, design overheads, and equipment rates.
• Payment terms: Payments made every four weeks; interest on late payments based on Nedbank prime rate.
• Retention: 5% of contract value (2.5% released at completion, 2.5% at end of defects liability period).
• Performance bond required as per Option X13.
• Delay damages: 2.5% up to maximum 10% of price at completion.
• Low performance damages specified for delays and defects.

• Aviation liability insurance required: R100,000 indemnity limit for landside works; R300,000 for airside works (airside clause applies if project covers both).
• Proof of insurance must be submitted to ACSA before work starts and annually thereafter.
• Contractor must ensure subcontractors are aware of and comply with insurance clauses.
• CIDB registration number must be provided in the Offer.
• Compliance with South African law, including Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.
• No specific B-BBEE, tax clearance, or CSD requirements are detailed in the provided text.

• Contractor’s staff must complete ACSA training requirements (e.g., AVOP, Security Awareness Training, Airside Induction Training, PARTAC).
• Safety File must be approved by the client before work starts.
• Contractor must manage risks including site access approvals, police clearance, and tie-in with existing infrastructure.

• Contract governed by NEC3 Engineering and Construction Contract (April 2013) with Option B, W1, X2, X7, X16, X17, X18, and additional Z clauses.
• Law of contract: Republic of South Africa. Language: English.
• Defects correction period: 2 weeks (1 week for water leaks or electrical/mechanical faults).
• Delay damages: 2.5% up to 10% of price at completion.
• Low performance damages apply for delays, commissioning delays, failure to maintain SANS 10400 standards, and failure to correct defects.
• Retention: 5% of contract value.
• Limitation of liability clauses specify caps on contractor’s liability for indirect loss, property damage, and defects.
• Additional clauses cover ethics, confidentiality, intellectual property, dispute resolution (adjudication and arbitration), and employer step-in rights.
• Insurance requirements detailed in Annexure D.

• Tenderer accepts Conditions of Tender by submitting the Offer.
• Contractor must comply with all contract terms and conditions.

• Project Manager: Vuyolwethu Ncedana & Ronald Thanjekwayo, tel 021 937 1200, email TBC.
• Supervisor: Khathulo Rabambi, tel 021 937 1200, email TBC.
• Address: Airports Company South Africa SOC Limited, Cape Town International Airport, Private Bag X9002, Cape Town, 7525.