Supply, Installation, and Commissioning of VDF Systems 2026
Tender Information
- Tender Title: Supply, Installation, and Commissioning of VDF Systems at Richards Bay (FARB), Virginia (FAVG), Pilanesberg (FAPN), Grand Central (FAGC), and ATNS Aviation Training Academy (ATA), including Associated Support and Maintenance
- Tender Number: ATNS/ATS/RFP02/04/2026/27/VDF_REPLACEMENT_Nav_202
- Tender Type: Request for Bid (Open Tender)
- Department/Organisation: Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) Company Limited
- Province: National
- Tender Category: Airport Equipment and Operations; Supply and Installation of Machinery and Equipment
- Closing Date: 13 August 2026 at 11:00
- Tender Submission: ATNS Company Limited, Eastgate Office Park, Block C, South Boulevard Road, Bruma, Johannesburg, 2193
- eSubmission: Available via the eTender portal
Tender Overview
Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) invites qualified service providers to supply, install, commission, and support VHF Direction Finder (VDF) systems at multiple airport locations and the ATNS Aviation Training Academy. The project also includes decommissioning existing systems, establishing long-term support and maintenance services, and ensuring compliance with international aviation standards.
Project Locations
The project will be implemented at:
- Richards Bay Airport (FARB)
- Virginia Airport (FAVG)
- Pilanesberg Airport (FAPN)
- Grand Central Airport (FAGC)
- ATNS Aviation Training Academy (ATA)
Scope of Work
The successful bidder will be required to:
- Supply VHF Direction Finder (VDF) systems.
- Install and commission the systems at all specified sites.
- Integrate the systems with existing ATNS infrastructure.
- Decommission and safely dispose of outdated VDF systems.
- Provide ongoing support and maintenance services.
- Train ATNS personnel on system operation and maintenance.
- Ensure systems are fully operational and compliant with aviation standards.
Technical Requirements
Bidders must provide systems that include:
- VDF systems meeting ICAO performance standards.
- Antenna systems.
- VHF receivers.
- Evaluation and control units.
- Display units.
- Technical workstations.
- Equipment racks.
- Lightning protection systems.
- Reliable power supply solutions.
- Environmental protection measures.
- Secure system management and monitoring capabilities.
- Training system support.
The systems must comply with:
- ICAO standards.
- South African Civil Aviation Regulations (SA-CARS).
- South African Civil Aviation Technical Standards (SA-CATS).
- Relevant aviation manuals and technical specifications.
Minimum Requirements for Bidders
Interested service providers should demonstrate:
- Proven experience in supplying, installing, and supporting VDF systems.
- Reference letters for similar projects completed within the last 10 years.
- Technical expertise in VDF system design, installation, and commissioning.
- Experience in system support, maintenance, and training.
- Experience with decommissioning aviation communication systems.
- Registration or accreditation with relevant Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) or professional bodies.
- Strong quality assurance and technical documentation capabilities.
- Compliance with aviation safety and interoperability standards.
Compulsory Briefing Session
- Compulsory: Yes
- Date: 2 July 2026
- Time: 12:00
- Venue: Microsoft Teams
- Meeting ID: 358 297 924 560 693
- Passcode: gT2KF3G3
Enquiries
- Contact Person: Siyabonga Ncube
- Telephone: 011 607 1000
- Email: Siyabongancu@atns.co.za