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.
Issuing Organization
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA)Location
KwaZulu-Natal
Closing Date
25 Aug 2026
Documents available on tender detail page
Tender Type
Request for Quotation
Delivery Location
King Shaka International Airport - LA mercy - Durban - 4405
Organization Type
GOVERNMENT
Published
14 Aug 2026
OCDS Reference
ocds-9t57fa-165577
Supply and deliver specialised arc protection switching gear uniforms for electrical workers at king shaka international airport. The PPE must comply with sans/iec 61482 series standards, iso 9001, iso 45001, and the OHS act, and bidders must submit full type-test certificates, arc test reports, and certified atpv/elim/ebt values.
Bidders must supply complete Arc Flash PPE suitable for LV and MV systems (400 V to 11 kV and above) at King Shaka International Airport.
PPE must comply with the latest editions of SANS/IEC 61482-1-1, SANS/IEC 61482-1-2, SANS/IEC 61482-2, SANS 20345, SANS 50352, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, the OHS Act, and applicable Electrical Machinery Regulations.
Each batch must be supported by factory acceptance test evidence including arc rating, flame resistance, fabric tensile strength, seam strength, shrinkage, heat resistance, wash durability, colour fastness, and UV resistance (if specified).
On delivery, bidders must provide a delivery note, certificate of conformity, test certificates, a warranty of minimum 12 months, an inspection report, training on use/inspection/storage, a maintenance manual, a cleaning procedure, and a PPE register.
PPE must be fitted to ensure workers receive correct sizes; bidders may not proceed with purchase after discussing with an end user.
Required documentation includes type test certificates, arc test reports, ATPV/ELIM/EBT values, IEC 61482 compliance certificate, ISO 9001 certificate, material data sheet, user manual, cleaning instructions, warranty certificate, certificate of conformity, and batch traceability certificate.
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Description
Source: Technical Specification PPE (1).pdf14 Aug
2026
Tender Published
Tender was published
25 Aug
2026
Closing Date
Tender closing date
These references help suppliers understand the public-procurement framework around this opportunity. They are generated from the tender category, issuing organisation type and procurement context.
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.
RFQ 30285.pdf
Supply and delivery of specialized arc protection switching gear uniforms, including arc-rated jackets, pants, t-shirts, gloves, thermal jackets, denim jeans, shirts, dust coats, and balaclavas, for Airports Company South Africa at King Shaka International Airport in KwaZulu-Natal.
Technical Specification PPE (1).pdf
Supply and delivery of specialized arc protection switching gear uniforms for Airports Company South Africa at King Shaka International Airport, KwaZulu-Natal. The PPE must comply with SANS/IEC 61482 standards and be suitable for electrical workers on LV and MV systems (400 V to 11 kV and above) where arc flash hazards exist.
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Supply and deliver arc protection personal protective equipment for electrical workers at King Shaka International Airport. PPE must be suitable for LV and MV systems (400 V to 11 kV and above) where arc flash hazards exist, and must comply with SANS/IEC 61482-2, SANS/IEC 61482-1-1, SANS/IEC 61482-1-2, ISO 9001, ISO 45001 and OHS Act requirements.
Contact Information
Source: Technical Specification PPE (1).pdf (unknown)Organisation contact details from the specification header:
Submission Guidelines
Source: Technical Specification PPE (1).pdf (unknown)Required documentation to accompany the offer:
Technical Specifications
Source: Technical Specification PPE (1).pdf (unknown)Scope:
Standards:
Factory acceptance tests (before delivery):
Inspection on delivery:
Handover:
Fitting:
Quality Management
Source: Technical Specification PPE (1).pdfOn delivery, verify correct quantity, sizes, manufacturing date, no defects, correct labels, arc rating labels attached, certification labels, and serial numbers (if applicable).
Health & Safety
Source: Technical Specification PPE (1).pdfPPE must comply with the OHS Act and applicable Electrical Machinery Regulations and be suitable for electrical workers on LV and MV systems (400 V to 11 kV and above) where arc flash hazards exist. For an airport medium-voltage environment (e.g. 11 kV switchgear, transformers, substations), the bidder may provide an Arc Flash Hazard Assessment, PPE matrix linked to incident energy levels, and a PPE inspection and replacement schedule. Note: the bidder may not proceed with the purchase after discussing with an end user; PPE should be fitted to ensure workers receive correct sizes.
Contractual Terms
Source: Technical Specification PPE (1).pdfHandover requirements before acceptance include a delivery note, certificate of conformity, test certificates, warranty (minimum 12 months or as specified), inspection report, training on use, inspection and storage, maintenance manual, cleaning procedure and PPE register. Cleaning instructions, warranty certificate and batch traceability certificate must also be provided.
Section
Source: Technical Specification PPE (1).pdfISO 9001 quality management system certification is a stated requirement and proof must be submitted.
Description
Source: RFQ 30285.pdfSupply and deliver arc protection switching gear uniforms to King Shaka International Airport. Items: 15 Cal ladies arc suit jacket (12), 15 Cal ladies arc suit pant (12), 15 Cal male arc jacket (21), 15 Cal male arc pants (21), 9.9 Cal/cm2 arc T-shirt long sleeve unisex (62), 55 Cal arc switching gloves (4), 40 Cal/cm2 arc thermal jacket (3), 21 Cal arc denim jeans ATPV 21 indigo blue sizes 28-50 (45 total: 13 ladies, 32 males), 9.6 Cal arc shirt (14), 15 Cal arc dust coat (3), arc balaclava 31 Cal (3). 50 mm silver reflective tape required on items 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9 and 10. Winning bidder must engage with the department before procuring.
Important Dates
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)Closing: 25 August 2026 at 14:00.
Clarification deadline: 19 August 2026 at 12:00.
Compulsory briefing: none (N/A).
Site inspection: none (N/A).
Briefing Session
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)No compulsory briefing and no site inspection are scheduled (N/A).
Contact Information
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)SCM contact: Simphiwe Jili, [email protected].
Bid submission email: [email protected].
Switchboard: +27 11 723 1400.
Bidders may not contact any ACSA employee other than the named SCM contact regarding this bid.
Submission Guidelines
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)Submission by email only to [email protected] before 14:00 on the closing date. Split the submission into at least four attachments, each no larger than 4MB; no other format is accepted.
All official forms must be completed, signed and each page signed or stamped. Do not retype forms or alter the bid document.
Late bids are rejected and no changes are allowed after closing.
Clarification requests may be submitted until 19 August 2026 at 12:00; responses are circulated to all bidders. Only the named SCM contact may be approached.
Mandatory returnable documents: SBD 3.3 priced offer; Declaration of Interest and Politically Exposed Persons form; SBD 4 Bidder's Disclosure; SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim; signed Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement; B-BBEE certificate/scorecard or QSE/EME affidavit; medical certificate if claiming disability preference; SARS tax PIN or CSD number; Certificate of Incorporation showing ownership split; CSD report; VAT questionnaire; ACSA Terms and Conditions.
Missing mandatory documents, unsigned forms, late submission, or re-typed/altered forms will disqualify the bid.
Returnable Documents
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)Mandatory returnable documents: SBD 3.3 priced offer, Declaration of Interest and Politically Exposed Persons form, SBD 4 Bidder's Disclosure, SBD 6.1 Preference Points Claim, Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreement, B-BBEE certificate/scorecard or QSE/EME affidavit, verifiable medical certificate for disability preference claims, SARS tax PIN, Certificate of Incorporation showing ownership split, Central Supplier Database report, VAT questionnaire, and ACSA Terms and Conditions.
Evaluation Criteria
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)The 80/20 preference point system applies: price counts 80 points, specific goals 20 points.
Price is scored using the PPPFA formula Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), where Pmin is the lowest acceptable price.
Specific goal points: B-BBEE Level 1 = 5; Level 2 = 4.5; Level 3 = 4; Level 4 = 3; Level 5 = 2; Level 6 = 0.5; Level 7 = 0.3; Level 8 = 0.1. Black youth majority-owned = 5; Black women majority-owned = 5; company majority owned by people with disabilities = 5; non-compliant contributor = 0.
Preference points are only awarded if supporting proof is submitted with the bid; otherwise no specific-goal points are claimed.
Technical Specifications
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)Supply and deliver specialized arc protection switching gear uniforms to King Shaka International Airport. Items and quantities:
50 mm silver reflective tape is required on items 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9 and 10.
The winning bidder must engage with the department before procuring.
Pricing Schedule
Source: RFQ 30285.pdfThe pricing schedule lists 11 items with quantities (see technical specifications). Bidders must quote cost per unit and total for each item, and provide totals excluding VAT, VAT, and total including VAT.
Financial Requirements
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)Pricing must be submitted on the prescribed SBD 3.3 pricing schedule only, quoting cost per unit and total for each line item, plus totals excluding VAT, VAT, and total including VAT. Any other pricing format may be disqualified.
Prices must remain firm for the 120-business-day validity period.
Disbursements are reimbursed at actual cost; the successful bidder must provide proof of expenses.
Compliance Requirements
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)Tax: provide a SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN, or a CSD number if no PIN is available. Each consortium/JV/subcontractor party must submit its own.
CSD: the bidder must be registered on the Central Supplier Database and submit a CSD report.
B-BBEE: submit a B-BBEE certificate and scorecard, or a QSE/EME affidavit, to claim preference points.
Company registration: submit a Certificate of Incorporation showing ownership split.
VAT: complete the VAT questionnaire.
Declarations: SBD 4 Bidder's Disclosure and the Declaration of Interest/PEP form must disclose any relationship with ACSA or state employees; false declarations disqualify.
Security vetting may be required as ACSA is a National Key Point; ACSA will not contract with a bidder that fails vetting.
Foreign suppliers must complete the foreign supplier questionnaire.
Contractual Terms
Source: RFQ 30285.pdfACSA may award the whole or part of the bid, split the award, negotiate with shortlisted bidders, award to a bidder other than the highest scorer where objective criteria allow, reject the lowest acceptable bid, or cancel the bid. Bids remain valid for 120 business days with firm prices. Bidders may not disclose bid information to third parties without ACSA's written approval; any third-party consultants must sign confidentiality agreements. Altering the bid document will disqualify the bid. ACSA is a National Key Point; bidders are subject to security vetting and ACSA will not contract with a bidder that fails vetting. The CNDA governs confidential information for 5 years or 1 year after the last disclosure, whichever is longer.
Special Conditions
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)Validity period is 120 business days with firm prices. Security vetting applies as ACSA is a National Key Point; non-compliance with vetting prevents contracting.
Requirements
Source: RFQ 30285.pdf (RFQ)Minimum requirement: bidders must submit a priced offer on the Price Schedule.
Section
Source: RFQ 30285.pdfPrice is scored under the 80/20 system: 80 points for price using Ps = 80(1 - (Pt - Pmin)/Pmin), 20 points for specific goals. Specific goal points: B-BBEE Level 1 = 5, Level 2 = 4.5, Level 3 = 4, Level 4 = 3, Level 5 = 2, Level 6 = 0.5, Level 7 = 0.3, Level 8 = 0.1; Black youth majority-owned = 5; Black women majority-owned = 5; company majority owned by people with disabilities = 5; non-compliant = 0. Claims must be supported by proof.
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.
Act 5 of 2000
Covers preferential procurement and preference-point systems used in public tenders.
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Act 12 of 2004
Supports anti-corruption controls and supplier integrity in procurement processes.
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Act 28 of 2024
Provides the national framework for public procurement across government.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 2 of 2000
Supports access to tender records, award decisions and public-sector procurement information.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Act 3 of 2000
Supports lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair administrative tender decisions.
Relevant because this is a South African public-sector procurement opportunity.
Address
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Source confidence
High source confidence
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Last checked
14 Aug 2026
AI status
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Data conflicts
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Median Estimate
R 950 372
Range
Based on 21 comparable awarded tenders. Companies with similar profiles typically bid near the median.
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