South African Airports Company 750kVA Generator Procurement Tender

Tender Number: RFQ 74155

Project Name: Supply and Installation of a 750kVA Generator for the OR Tambo International Airport Reservoir Substation

Contract Duration: Six months

Project Description: To provide a backup power solution for critical airport facilities, ensuring power supply reliability. The project includes the supply, transportation, installation, commissioning, and related supporting works for the generator.

Mandatory Site Visit Meeting: March 17, 2026, 11:00

Location: Kudu Meeting Room, 3rd Floor, International Terminal, OR Tambo International Airport. Bidders must attend. To access the airport restricted area, arrive 2 hours in advance to obtain a temporary access permit at a cost of ZAR 530 per person (non-refundable).

Required Items to Bring: Original ID card, safety boots, reflective vest.

Method of Obtaining Tender Documents: Free download from the National Treasury Tender Portal (www.etenders.gov.za) or the ACSA Tender Notice website starting from March 10, 2026.

Bid Submission Deadline: April 10, 2026, 11:00 (South African Time)

(Note: Page 2 of the document states 12:00, while Page 7 states 11:00. The stricter deadline of 11:00 shall apply.)

Bid Submission Requirements:

Submit Hard Copies: 1 Original + 1 Copy, each sealed and clearly marked "ORIGINAL" and "COPY".

The outer packaging must be sealed and indicate the Tender Number, Project Name, and Bidder's contact information.

Bid documents must be completed in full using the official format and must not be reprinted.

Bids submitted via telegram, telephone, telex, fax, or email will not be accepted.

Bid documents must be deposited into the Tender Box located on the 3rd Floor of OR Tambo International Airport.

Bid Opening Time: April 10, 2026, 12:30 (South African Time). The bid opening record will be published on the National Treasury e-Tender website.

Bidder Qualification Requirements:

Must possess a CIDB contractor grading of 3EB/EP or higher.

Must provide a valid South African Revenue Service (SARS) Tax Compliance PIN or Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration number.

Must provide valid proof of good standing with the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA).

Evaluation Criteria:

Functionality: Total score 100 points, a minimum score of 80 points is required to proceed to the Price and Preference evaluation stage. Scoring items include company experience (20 points), technical personnel qualifications (60 points), project plan (20 points).

Price: 80 points.

Specific Goals / Preferences: 20 points, covering B-BBEE level, Black Youth/Female-owned enterprises, local enterprises, etc. A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit must be provided.

Inquiry Deadline: April 2, 2026 (All queries must be raised before this date)

Bid Validity Period: 12 weeks (84 days), calculated from the bid submission deadline.

Payment Terms: As per the contract agreement. The successful bidder must provide performance guarantees and insurance certificates as required.

Mandatory Return Documents: Bidders must complete and return all specified forms in full,

Including but not limited to: Proof of Attendance (Form A1), Power of Attorney (Form A3), Recent Experience Form (Form A5), Client References (Form A7), SBD4 Disclosure Form, SBD6.1 Preference Points Claim Form, Confidentiality Agreement (Form A12), Declaration of Interest (Form A13), Insurance Undertaking (Form A14), Key Personnel CVs (Form C6), Project Plan (Form C8), Occupational Health and Safety Questionnaire (Form C9), etc.

Special Notes: The bidder and its directors, shareholders, etc., must not be listed on the National Treasury Register for Defaulters or the Restricted Suppliers List. Any relationship with ACSA employees must be disclosed. Bidders are not permitted to contact any ACSA employees without authorization.