Supply and delivery of aircraft tyres for a320, a330, and A340-300 on an outright purchase basis

Closing date: 08 June 2026 at 16h00.

Bidding procedure and technical enquiries: Mmapitso Khoetha. Telephone: 011 978 9262 / 063 296 4087. Email: [email protected]. Submission email: [email protected].

Submit bids by 16h00 on 08 June 2026. Bids must be deposited in the designated bid box at the street address or emailed to [email protected]. Use only the official forms provided (do not re-type). Late bids will not be accepted. Bids are subject to the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000, and Regulations, 2017, as well as General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Successful bidders must fill in and sign a written contract form (SBD7).

General: Bidders must not be persons in the service of the state or have directors/members in the service of the state. Bidders must be tax-compliant with a valid TCS PIN or CSD number. Bidders must meet B-BBEE requirements and submit relevant certification. Foreign Suppliers: Must disclose if they are residents of South Africa or have a branch/permanent establishment/source of income in South Africa. Must register for a TCS PIN if liable for taxation in South Africa.

Provision of aircraft tyres for South African Airways (Pty) Limited.

Tax Compliance: Submit a valid Tax Compliance Status (TCS) PIN issued by SARS or a printed TCS certificate. If no TCS PIN is available but the bidder is registered on the Central Supplier Database (CSD), provide the CSD number. For consortia/joint ventures/sub-contractors, each party must submit a separate TCS certificate/PIN/CSD number. B-BBEE: Submit a B-BBEE Status Level Verification Certificate or a sworn affidavit (for EMEs & QSEs) to qualify for preference points. Foreign Suppliers: If the entity is not a resident of RSA, has no branch, permanent establishment, source of income, or tax liability in RSA, registration for a TCS PIN is not required. Proof of Authority: Submit proof of authority (e.g., company resolution) with the bid. Disqualification: Bids from persons in the service of the state, or companies/close corporations with directors/members in the service of the state, will not be considered. Non-compliance with any of these requirements may render the bid invalid.

• RFQ Open Date: 22 May 2026.
• Deadline for Questions/Clarifications: 05 June 2026.
• RFQ Closing Date and Time: 08 June 2026 at 16:00 (GMT+2).
• Quotation Validity Period: 180 days from submission.

• Procurement Contact: [email protected] (for submissions and questions).
• Business Unit: SAA Fleet Management (SAAT).
• No physical address or phone numbers provided in the document.

• Submit quotation via email to [email protected] by 08 June 2026 at 16:00 (GMT+2). Late or incomplete submissions may be invalidated.
• Required attachments: SARS Tax Clearance Certificate (or proof of application), BBBEE Certificate (where applicable), completed SBD Form 1 and SBD Form 4.
• Do not solicit or canvass any SAAT employee or agent from submission date until award date – disqualification will result.
• All questions must be submitted to [email protected] by 05 June 2026.
• Quotations and information will be treated as confidential.

• Phase 1: Critical Criteria (Pass/Fail) – Non-compliance disqualifies the bid:

• Regulatory Compliance: Must hold SACAA, EASA & FAA dual release, EASA, or UKCAA approvals. Non-OEM suppliers must provide OEM regulatory certificates.
• If no approvals, must demonstrate compliance with OEM requirements for storage, handling, and transportation of aircraft tyres.
• Must submit a copy of a quality management system (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Must provide written undertakings on company letterhead for: (1) tyre retread level reflected in serial number (e.g., R1, R5), and (2) guaranteed inventory levels ≥ 6 weeks of SAAT’s usage per tyre size.

• Phase 2: Price (80 points) and Specific Goals (20 points):

• Specific Goals: Points awarded for Black ownership (10 points for 100%, 5 for 75-99%, etc.), Black Woman ownership (7 for 100%, 3 for 75-99%, etc.), and ownership by persons living with disabilities (4 for 100%, 2 for 75-99%, etc.).
• Failure to submit a valid BBBEE certificate results in zero points for Specific Goals.

• Evaluation aligns with Preferential Procurement Regulations of 2022.

• Scope: Supply and delivery of Aircraft Tyres for A320, A330, and A340-300 on an outright purchase basis. Detailed scope is referenced in Annexure A.
• Regulatory Approvals: Bidder must hold SACAA, EASA & FAA dual release, EASA, or UKCAA approvals. Non-OEM suppliers must provide OEM regulatory certificates.
• Compliance Requirements:

• Demonstrate compliance with OEM requirements for storage, handling, and transportation of aircraft tyres.
• Submit a valid quality management system certificate (e.g., ISO 9001).

• Undertakings Required:

• Written undertaking on company letterhead that tyre retread level (e.g., R1, R5) will be reflected in the serial number.
• Written undertaking on company letterhead guaranteeing inventory levels ≥ 6 weeks of SAAT’s tyre usage per tyre size, available on demand.

• Pricing: Submit best price. Quotation validity period is 180 days.
• Payment Terms: Final terms will be negotiated with the successful bidder before award.
• No bonds, guarantees, or specific financial capacity requirements are stated.

• Mandatory Documentation: SARS Tax Clearance Certificate (or proof of application) and BBBEE Certificate (where applicable).
• Bidding Structure: Bidders may form a consortium, joint venture, or special purpose company ('Bidding Company'). Changes, splitting, or withdrawal post-submission disqualifies the bid. Must supply:

• Binding agreement between all parties.
• Bidding Company details (name, registration number, head office, contact person, shareholders, organizational structure, assets, skills, and guarantees).
• Valid Tax and BBBEE certificates for the Bidding Company.

• B-BBEE Scoring: Specific Goals contribute 20 points based on:

• Black ownership (100% = 10 points, 75-99% = 5 points, 50-74% = 5 points, <50% = 0 points).
• Black Woman ownership (100% = 7 points, 75-99% = 3 points, 50-74% = 3 points, <50% = 0 points).
• Ownership by persons living with disabilities (100% = 4 points, 75-99% = 2 points, 50-74% = 2 points, <50% = 0 points).

• Indemnity: Service Provider must indemnify SAAT against labour law claims, penalties, or damages arising from breaches or violations.

Submit returnable documents with each delivery: shipping manifest detailing quantity, size, type (new/retreaded), serial number, retread level (if applicable), and FAA 8130-3 / EASA Form 1 release certificates. Deliver tyres on FCA or Ex Works basis as specified in the pricing template. Ensure all deliveries meet the stated documentation and basis of delivery requirements to avoid disqualification.

Bidder must hold at least one of the following approvals: SACAA, EASA & FAA dual release, EASA, or UKCAA. This is a mandatory requirement for evaluation. No scoring method, thresholds, or preference points are specified in the document.

Supply new and retreaded aircraft tyres for an estimated 8-week period with the following requirements: A330 Nose (10 units, 5/month avg), A330 Main (50 units, 25/month avg), A320 Main (50 units, 25/month avg), A320 Nose (35 units, 18/month avg). All tyres must: be certified by SACAA, EASA (dual release), FAA (dual release), or UKCAA; be accompanied by valid airworthiness certificates; conform to AC145-4A standards; undergo bead-to-bead shearography inspection for retreaded tyres; prohibit plug or skive-type repairs. Bidder must: maintain adequate stock levels; meet delivery lead times; provide weekly/monthly inventory reports; correct discrepancies at own cost; establish a dedicated tyre pool for SAAT; specify AOG (Aircraft on Ground) support lead times.

Pricing: unit cost per tyre based on FCA/Ex Works as per the pricing schedule. Invoicing: only for delivered tyres. Payment terms: to be agreed in the contract. Warranty: defective tyres replaced or credited at no cost to SAAT, valid for the tyre’s service life or retread cycle.

Bidder must hold at least one of the following approvals: SACAA, EASA & FAA dual release, EASA, or UKCAA. All tyres must be accompanied by FAA 8130-3 / EASA Form 1 release certificates and meet the regulatory requirements of FAA, EASA, SACAA, or UKCAA.