The Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) invites qualified contractors to bid for the Cargo Warehouse Lighting Refurbishment at OR Tambo International Airport. This open tender (74846) supports critical infrastructure upgrades at Africa’s busiest airport.
Scope of Works
The successful contractor will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of the lighting refurbishment project. Key deliverables include:
- Removal and safe disposal of outdated lighting fixtures.
- Supply and installation of modern, energy-efficient lighting solutions.
- Strict adherence to aviation security protocols and occupational health and safety regulations.
- Minimal disruption to ongoing cargo operations during the execution phase.
Mandatory Requirements
Bidders must submit the following documents to avoid disqualification:
- CIDB contractor grading of 4EB or higher
- Completed and signed Form of Offer (C1.1)
- Valid Tax Compliance Status PIN issued by SARS
- Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration
- B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- CIPC registration documents
- Identity documents of all directors
- Letter of Good Standing from the bidder’s bank
- Letter of Solvency from auditors or accountants
- Proof of insurance commitment
Technical Evaluation
Bidders must achieve a minimum functionality score of 75 points out of 100. Scoring criteria include programme of work with timelines and milestones (25 points), qualifications of key personnel including site manager, electrician, and assistant electrician (25 points), and tenderer’s experience with at least three reference letters for similar projects (25 points). Weightings are applied to each criterion.
Pricing and Preference Points
The 80/20 preference point system applies. Price carries 80 points, while specific goals account for 20 points. Specific goals include B-BBEE status levels, black youth majority-owned entities (5 points), black women majority-owned entities (5 points), and companies majority owned by people with disabilities (5 points). Prices must be fixed and include all applicable taxes.
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Submission Details and Deadline
Bids close on Tuesday, 03 November 2026, at 12:00. Electronic submissions must be emailed to acsarfq@airports.co.za. A non-compulsory virtual briefing session will be held on Wednesday, 07 October 2026, at 11:00 via Microsoft Teams. Queries close on 16 October 2026.
Contact Information
For enquiries, contact Lerato Phalo at lerato.phalo@airports.co.za or 011-392-4902.
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