Objectives

To guarantee the safe, reliable, and uninterrupted operation of Mthatha Airport by maintaining critical aviation navigation infrastructure through structured, proactive, and corrective maintenance interventions.

Scope of Work

The contract encompasses the comprehensive maintenance of the aeronautical ground lighting system at Mthatha Airport over a fixed period of 36 months. Services include routine inspections, preventive servicing, fault diagnosis, component repairs, replacements, and system testing to ensure continuous compliance with aviation safety and operational standards.

Technical Requirements

• Minimum CIDB contractor grading of 3EP or higher.
• Strict compliance with tender submission protocols, including correct sealing, addressing, and delivery procedures.
• Submission deadline: 11h00 on Monday, 16 November 2026. Late tenders will be rejected outright.
• All deliverables must align with the detailed specifications, quality benchmarks, and assessment criteria contained in the official tender documentation.

Skills Requirements

Although not explicitly itemised in the notice, the mandated CIDB 3EP classification necessitates verified expertise in electrical and mechanical maintenance, project coordination, and quality assurance. Contractors must demonstrate competent personnel holding relevant trade certifications, practical experience in aviation infrastructure maintenance, proficiency in diagnostic testing of specialised lighting systems, and the capacity to deploy skilled technicians who can execute high-risk aviation environment maintenance safely, efficiently, and in accordance with regulatory standards.

Explanation of Key Terms

• CIDB Grading 3EP: A South African construction industry classification indicating a contractor’s capability to execute electrical engineering projects valued up to R8 million. The “E” denotes electrical engineering, while “P” signifies eligibility for preference points under the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act.
• Aeronautical Ground Lighting (AGL): Specialised aviation illumination infrastructure, including runway edge lights, threshold markers, taxiway guidance systems, approach lighting arrays, and associated power/control units. These systems demand precise calibration, weather-resistant installations, and strict adherence to international and local aviation authority regulations to ensure aircraft navigation safety.