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.
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
01 ALLISTER MILLER DRIVE - WALMER - GQEBERHA -
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
29 May 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-157476
Request for quotation (RFQ) for stormwater and drain maintenance services at chief dawid stuurman international airport for 36 months. Open to civil engineering contractors in the eastern cape. Closing date: 19 june 2026.
Submit the following returnable documents as part of your offer: Form of Offer and Acceptance, Pricing Schedule, Schedule of Deviations (if applicable), proof of insurance, securities, bonds, guarantees, and any other documentation specified in the Contract Data. The Offer must be signed by a duly authorised representative. The Employer’s acceptance of the Offer forms a binding contract. Within two weeks of receiving the signed agreement, deliver all required securities, bonds, guarantees, and proof of insurance to the Employer’s agent. Failure to do so constitutes a repudiation of the agreement. The contract comes into effect upon receipt of the signed agreement by the tenderer, unless the tenderer rejects it in writing within five working days.
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"general": [
"Must be a legally registered entity in South Africa (registration number required).",
"Must have a valid tax clearance certificate.",
"Must comply with all South African labor laws and regulations."
],
"technical": [
"Proven experience in stormwater and drainage maintenance, preferably in airport environments.",
"Capability to manage airside and landside operations with minimal disruption to airport activities.",
"Access to qualified personnel (e.g., engineers, OHS practitioners) and necessary equipment.",
"Ability to develop and implement SHE plans, risk assessments, and emergency response procedures."
],
"financial": [
"Financial stability to fulfill contract obligations over 36 months.",
"Ability to provide required securities, bonds, and guarantees (e.g., performance bond, advance payment guarantee).",
"Compliance with ACSA’s insurance requirements (e.g., public liability, professional indemnity)."
],
"BEE": [
"Must submit a valid BEE Certificate annually; non-compliance may lead to contract termination (Z16)."
],
"OHS": [
"Must have a clean OHS record and comply with the OHS Act, Construction Regulations 2014, and COID Act.",
"Must appoint competent OHS personnel (e.g., Section 16(2) appointees) and provide training for employees.",
"Must have a valid Letter of Good Standing with the Compensation Fund or a licensed insurer."
]
}
Scope: Landside and airside stormwater and drain maintenance at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (CDSIA) for a period of 36 months. Key responsibilities include: baseline risk assessment before commencement; submission of a detailed emergency response procedure; appointment of competent persons per Section 16(2) of the OHS Act; full-time dedicated Health and Safety resource for projects with 5+ personnel; compliance with ACSA’s SHE (Safety, Health, and Environment) requirements; adherence to permit-to-work systems; and maintenance of hygiene, cleanliness, and PPE compliance. Subcontractors must meet all ACSA requirements and have approved SHE files. Work must not commence without a valid permit where required.
Pricing: Total offered prices must be inclusive of VAT and stated in the Pricing Schedule (Part C2). Payment terms: Invoices assessed monthly (interval ends/starts at 12h00 on the 25th of each month). Payment period: 4 weeks after receipt of tax invoice. Currency: South African Rand (ZAR). Interest rate: Prime lending rate of Standard Bank at any given time. Bonds/guarantees: Proforma guarantees and securities must be provided as specified in Contract Data (Part C1.3c). Delay damages: 2% per day (max 10% of contract value) for late completion.
Mandatory compliance: Valid B-BBEE certificate (annual submission required; non-compliance may result in contract cancellation). Occupational Health and Safety: Written agreement per Section 37(2) of the OHS Act and Construction Regulation 5.1(k) must be concluded before work commences. COID Act compliance: Letter of Good Standing with Compensation Fund or Licensed Insurer required prior to starting work. Insurance: Public Liability Insurance and other covers as specified in the Main Contract (Part C1.3b and ACSA Insurance Clauses). SHE File: Submit all documentation per SHE File Index to ACSA 7 days prior to starting work. Additional: Compliance with Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act; no cession, delegation, or assignment of rights without ACSA’s written consent; confidentiality of all contract-related information; and intellectual property rights remain with the originator but grant ACSA a royalty-free licence for use.
Contract start date: Upon signing of the contract by ACSA. Completion date: 36 months from contract start date. Assessment interval for payments: Ends and starts at 12h00 on the 25th day of each successive month. Defects period: 6 months after completion of each service. Period for reply (tender validity): 7 calendar days.
Employer’s Agent: Mr Zuzokuhle Mbanjwa, Service Manager. Address: Airports Company South Africa, Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, Allister Miller Drive, Walmer, Private Bag X109, Gqebera, 6001. Phone: 041 507 7230.
Submit bids in printed form (1 original + 1 copy) on official forms provided. Bids must be sealed in clearly marked envelopes indicating 'Original' and 'Copy', with bidder’s name, contact details, tender reference (RFQ 16820), and description. Deliver to the tender box at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, Earopark Business Complex Block A, First Floor, 01 Allister Miller Drive, Walmer, Gqeberha, by 19 June 2026 at 12h00. Late bids will not be accepted. Complete the Bid Register when depositing. Bids may only be submitted during working hours (Monday–Friday). Electronic, fax, or emailed bids are not accepted. Ensure all returnable documents (e.g., contract forms, pricing schedules) are completed and returned in full. Non-compliance with submission rules may disqualify the bid.
{
"mandatory": [
"CIDB contractor grading 2 CE or higher.",
"Tax compliance: TCS PIN (SARS) or CSD registration.",
"Valid VAT registration (if applicable).",
"No restrictions on doing business with ACSA or the South African government.",
"Legal capacity to enter into a contract.",
"Not insolvent, under business rescue, or subject to legal proceedings affecting contract performance."
],
"functionality": [
"Minimum 90/100 points in functionality evaluation (based on experience, qualifications, and references).",
"Proof of 4+ completed stormwater/water infrastructure projects in the past 10 years (references must be contactable).",
"Supervisor/foreman must have OH&S training and 5+ years experience in relevant fields."
],
"preference": [
"B-BBEE status (higher levels score more points).",
"Additional points for black youth/women majority-owned entities or entities owned by people with disabilities."
]
}
Scope: Landside and airside stormwater and drain maintenance for 36 months at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport.
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Request for Quotation
01 ALLISTER MILLER DRIVE - WALMER - GQEBERHA -
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These rules commonly apply to South African public-sector procurement.
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.
Act 108 of 1996 (s217)
This is general procurement context, not legal advice. Always verify requirements in the official tender documents and issuing authority notices.
TSC3 Contract - CDSIA Stormwater Maintenance.pdf
The tender is for the maintenance of landside and airside stormwater and drainage systems at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (CDSIA) over a 36-month period. The contract is governed by the NEC3 Term Service Contract (TSC) framework, with a percentage-based payment structure tied to the cost of works. The successful bidder will be responsible for ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations, environmental standards, and ACSA-specific requirements. The contract includes strict liability, insurance, and performance obligations, with dispute resolution via adjudication and arbitration.
CIDB Bid document_RFQ 16820-Final.pdf
The tender is for Landside and Airside Stormwater and Drain Maintenance at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport for 36 months. Issued by Airports Company South Africa (ACSA), it requires bidders to submit proposals by 19 June 2026. The contract involves maintenance work, and successful bidders must comply with South African procurement laws, tax regulations, and CIDB grading requirements (2 CE or higher). Evaluation is based on functionality (90/100 threshold), price (80 points), and preference criteria (20 points, including B-BBEE status).
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Date & Time
Friday, 19 June 2026 - 12:00
Venue
Main Security Access Gate (Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport) Gqeberha
29 May
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
19 Jun
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
ACSA owns and manages South Africa's principal commercial airports.
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Median Estimate
R 740 017
Range
Based on 4 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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01 ALLISTER MILLER DRIVE - WALMER - GQEBERHA -
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Last checked
29 May 2026
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