36-Month herbicide application and vegetation maintenance at chief dawid stuurman airport

• Tender documents available from: 10 July 2026.
• Closing date for enquiries: 24 July 2026.
• Closing date and time for tender submission: 31 July 2026 at 13h00 (South African Time).
• Site inspection: Compulsory; takes place directly after the compulsory briefing session (date not specified). Bring ID/driver’s license, safety boots, reflector vest; permit fee applicable.
• Employer response to clarification requests: by 05 August 2025 at 13:00 (note: year discrepancy; likely 2026).
• Addenda issued until: ten (10) working days before tender closing time.
• Tender offer validity period: 12 weeks (84 days) after closing time.

• Bidding Procedure and Technical Enquiries: Joseph Rulash.
• Email: [email protected].
• Telephone: 011 409 3943.
• All communication during tender period must go to ACSA’s Supply Chain Department, not the Principal Agent.
• Submission Address: Administrator Office, Aeropark Office Complex, Block A, 1st Floor, Allister Miller Drive, Walmer, Eastern Cape, South Africa P O Box 5787, Walmer, Gqeberha, South Africa, 6065.

• Submit bids by the closing time: 31 July 2026 at 13h00 (South African Time). Late bids will not be accepted.
• Deliver bids to the Tender Box at: Administrator Office, Aeropark Office Complex, Block A, 1st Floor, Allister Miller Drive, Walmer, Eastern Cape, South Africa P O Box 5787, Walmer, Gqeberha, South Africa, 6065.
• Submit during working hours Monday to Friday; no one may be available outside these hours.
• Complete and sign the Bid Register upon submission, providing the tendering entity name and contact details of the person delivering.
• Submit one original plus one (1) copy AND an electronic copy on a USB Flash Drive.
• Seal the original and copy as separate packages marked "ORIGINAL" and "COPY". Each package must state the employer's address, your name, and contact address.
• Use only the official tender documents provided; do not re-type or alter them except to correct errors (initial any alterations).
• Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile, or email submissions will not be accepted.
• Ensure bid envelopes have your return address on the outside for possible return of late bids.
• Tender offers must remain valid for 12 weeks (84 days) after the closing time.

CIDB contractor grading 1SH or higher; valid Herbicide Use and Application Certificate; tax compliance (SARS TCS PIN or CSD registration); must not be under procurement restrictions; must demonstrate financial/technical capacity; must not be insolvent or in legal proceedings.

• Scope: Landside and airside herbicide application and alien vegetation maintenance at Chief Dawid Stuurman Airport for a period of 36 months.
• Key Requirement: Tenderers must have a CIDB contractor grading of 1SH or higher.
• Site Inspection: Compulsory; provides understanding of airport requirements. Attendees must bring ID/driver’s license, safety boots, reflector vest; permit fee applicable.
• Standards: Contract subject to CIDB Standard Conditions of Tender (Annex C of CIDB Standard for Uniformity in Construction Procurement).
• Insurance: Tenderer advised to seek qualified advice; employer may not provide full cover.
• Pricing: Rates and prices fixed for contract duration; no contract price adjustments or foreign fluctuations.

• Pricing must be in Rand, with VAT shown separately as an addition to the tendered total.
• Rates and prices are fixed for the full duration of the contract; no adjustments for CPI or foreign fluctuations.
• Include all duties, taxes (except VAT), and levies applicable 14 days before tender closing.
• Submit pricing on the provided pricing schedules; ensure no arithmetic errors or omissions.
• If requested, submit securities, bonds, guarantees, policies, and certificates of insurance before contract formation.

• Tax Compliance: Submit SARS Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN or CSD number. If no TCS PIN but registered on CSD, provide CSD number. For consortia/JV/sub-contractors, each party must submit separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number.
• CIDB Registration: Must be a CIDB contractor grading of 1SH or higher.
• B-BBEE: Preference points awarded per Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022. Provide proof via sworn affidavit or SANAS-accredited B-BBEE certificate (consolidated for joint ventures).
• Herbicide Certificate: Provide Herbicide Use and Application Certificate from an authorising body (e.g., Department of Agriculture) – can be company or key personnel registration.
• Foreign Suppliers: If not resident in RSA, no branch, permanent establishment, income source, or tax liability in RSA, then no requirement to register for SARS TCS PIN.
• General Compliance: Submit fully completed and signed form of offer; provide proof of authority to sign (e.g., company resolution).

Scope: Landside and airside herbicide application and alien vegetation maintenance at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (CDSIA). The contract documents include Part C1 Agreements & Contract Data, Part C2 Pricing Data, Part C3 Employer’s Service Information, and Part C4 Site Information.

Employer: Airports Company South Africa SOC, Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, Allister Miller Drive, Walmer, Private Bag X109, Gqebera, 6001. Tel No: 041 507 7230. Employer’s Agent: Mr Zuzokuhle Mbanjwa, same address as above, authority: Service Manager.

Returnable documents must be submitted as per the tender data. The tenderer must examine the documents listed in the Tender Data and addenda listed in the Returnable Schedules. The offer must be submitted on the Form of Offer and Acceptance, including the Schedule of Deviations if any. The tenderer must within two weeks of receiving a completed copy of the agreement contact the Employer’s agent to arrange delivery of securities, bonds, guarantees, proof of insurance and other required documentation. Failure to fulfil these obligations constitutes repudiation of the agreement.

1. Valid company registration in South Africa, 2) Compliance with South African law and NEC3 contract terms, 3) Ability to provide required insurance coverage, 4) Demonstrated OHS compliance capability, 5) Valid BEE certificate, 6) Financial capability to undertake 36-month contract, 7) Technical expertise in herbicide application and vegetation management, 8) Experience working in airport environments (airside/landside), 9) Ability to obtain necessary security clearances and permits, 10) No history of corrupt activities per Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act.

Scope: Landside and airside herbicide application and alien vegetation maintenance at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (CDSIA) for 36 months. The detailed scope is in Part C3: Scope of Work. The contractor must maintain hygiene and cleanliness, clearing waste material regularly and on completion. Substance abuse is prohibited on site, with the Client reserving the right to conduct substance abuse testing.

The quality policy statement and quality plan must be provided within 2 weeks of the Contract start date. The Client reserves the right to conduct substance abuse testing at main entry points.

Pricing data is contained in Part C2 Pricing Data. The contract includes Part C1 Agreements and Contract Data, Part C2 Pricing Data, and Part C3 Scope of Work: Works Information.

Pricing data is in Part C2 Pricing Data. The contract is a Percentage Based Contract based on cost of works according to Government Gazette guidelines. Payment assessment interval ends at 12h00 on the 25th day of each month. Payments are made within 4 weeks after receipt of tax invoice. Currency is South African Rand (ZAR). Interest rate is the prime lending rate of Standard Bank.

The contractor must annually present a compliant BEE Certificate; failure is a material breach potentially leading to contract cancellation. The contractor must comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act, and Construction Regulations 2014. A Section 37(2) OHS agreement must be concluded before work commences. The contractor must have public liability insurance and provide a Letter of Good Standing for Compensation Fund compliance.

Contractor (Mandatary) must comply with OHS Act and Construction Regulations. Requirements include: baseline risk assessment before work; appointment of competent persons under Section 16(2); full-time dedicated Health and Safety resource if 5 or more people working; training for all employees on hazards; medical examinations for employees; incident reporting within 2 hours to Client OHS; public liability insurance; PPE provision and compliance monitoring; plant and equipment must be sound and compliant; permit-to-work required for certain tasks; vehicle roadworthiness and licensed drivers; no intoxication on site; hygiene and cleanliness maintained; fire precautions adherence; and subcontractor compliance. Non-compliance may lead to 14-day notice, penalties, or contract suspension.

The work site must be maintained to a reasonably practicable level of hygiene and cleanliness. No loose materials shall be left lying about unnecessarily. Waste material must be cleared regularly and on completion of work.

Contract duration: 36 months from contract start date. Starting date is upon signing by ACSA. Completion date is 36 months from start. Defects period: 6 months after completion of each service. Delay damages: 2% per day, maximum 10% of contract value. Dispute resolution: Adjudicator selected from panel; adjudicator nominating body is Chairman of Johannesburg Advocates’ Bar Council. Arbitration under Rules of the Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa), held in Johannesburg. Termination: Employer may terminate for reasons not stated by notifying service provider. Liability: Service provider’s liability for indirect/consequential loss is nil; direct liability unlimited. Confidentiality and ethics clauses prohibit corrupt practices and require confidentiality of contract information. Assignment requires Employer’s written consent. BEE certificate required annually.