Practical and on-the-job furnace operator training, necsa smelter plant, area 26

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The training service provider must be suitably qualified and experienced, with trainers having extensive practical experience in Coreless Induction Furnace operations, demonstrable experience in practical and on-the-job operator training, knowledge of metallurgy, furnace electrical systems, instrumentation, mechanical systems, maintenance, refractory monitoring, safety and emergency response, and competency-based assessment. Relevant professional certifications and registration with recognised training authorities, including Merseta where applicable, are preferred. Trainer CVs and evidence of qualifications must be submitted for Necsa review.

.0 Introduction 4

2.0 Objectives 4

3.0 Scope of on-the job training 5

3.1 Coreless induction furnace– practical training 6

3.2 Furnace operation and process control 7

3.3 Safety procedures and compliances 8

3.4 Maintenance and troubleshooting 9

4.0 Training methodology 9

5.0 Training duration and schedule 10

6.0 Participants 11

7.0 Deliverables 11

7.1 Training plan and programme 11

7.2 Training materials 11

7.3 Practical training 12

7.4 Operator competency assessment 12

7.5 Individual competency portfolio 12

7.6 Training attendance records 12

7.7 Competency certificates 13

7.8 Final training report 13

7.9 Trainer qualifications 13

8.0 Training evaluation and feedback 14

9.0 Responsibilities 14

9.1 Training service provider 14

9.2 Necsa 15

9.3 Participants 15

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Scope of work for practical/on-the-job training

1.0 Introduction

The Nuclear Energy Corporation of South Africa (Necsa) requires practical and on-the-job

training for personnel who will be responsible for oper

their defined roles, competencies and approved work procedures.

4.0 Training methodology

• Training objectives.
• Training methodology.
• Training content.
• Practical activities.
• Training schedule.
• Equipment and systems to be covered.
• Practical training arrangements.
• Competency assessment methodology.
• Trainer details and qualifications.

7.2 Training materials

• Conduct individual practical competency assessments.
• Evaluate each operator against defined competency criteria.
• Document assessment results.
• Identify competency gaps.
• Provide additional coaching or training where required.
• Conduct reassessments where necessary.
• Obtain feedback from participants.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the training methodology.
• Submit a final training report to Necsa.

1.0 Introduction

The Nuclear Energy Corporation of South Africa (Necsa) requires practical and on-the-job

training for personnel who will be responsible for operating the Coreless Induction Furnace

and associated equipment at the Smelter Plant.

The purpose of this Scope of Work (SOW) is to define the requirements for the appointment

of a suitably qualified and experienced training service provider to conduct practical and on-

the-job training for furnace operators. The training will be conducted at the Necsa Smelter

Plant in Area 26 and will focus on the safe and effective operation of the 125 kg/100 kW

Coreless Induction Furnace,2 x 4tons induction furnaces and its associated plant

subsystems.

• Develop the practical skills required to safely operate the 125 kg/100 kW Coreless

Induction Furnac,2 x 4tons induction furnaces and associated plant equipment.

• Provide operators with hands-on experience in furnace preparation, start-up,

operation, melting, temperature monitoring, tapping/casting and shutdown.

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• Practical hands-on training using actual plant equipment where operationally and

safely practicable.

• Trainer demonstrations followed by supervised operator practice.
• Individual operator participation in practical activities.
• On-the-job coaching by suitably qualified and experienced trainers.
• Practical exercises covering normal operating conditions.

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• Summary of training activities conducted.
• Training dates and attendance.
• Operators trained.
• Practical activities completed.
• Competency assessment results.
• Individual operator competency status.
• Identified competency gaps.
• Additional training or reassessment undertaken.
• Key observations.
• Recommendations for further training or development.
• Conclusion on overall training effectiveness.

7.9 Trainer qualifications

experience and competency for Necsa's review before commencement of training.

8.0 Training evaluation and feedback

• Develop and submit the training plan and schedule.
• Provide suitably qualified and experienced trainers.
• Conduct the approved practical and on-the-job training.
• Provide training materials and assessment tools.
• Ensure that practical training is conducted safely.
• Assess the competency of individual operators.
• Maintain accurate training and assessment records.
• Provide competency certificates to operators who meet the required competency

standards.

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• Develop operator competence in monitoring and controlling key furnace and

process parameters during operation.

• Train operators to perform pre-operational, operational and post-operational

inspections.

• Develop the ability to identify abnormal operating conditions and take appropriate

corrective actions in accordance with approved operating procedures.

• Provide practical training in the operation and monitoring of the furnace auxiliary

systems relevant to furnace operation.

• Develop operator competence in responding to operational emergencies and

implementing emergency shutdown procedures.

• Provide practical exposure to furnace refractory lining inspection, condition

monitoring and identification of potential refractory-related problems.

• Develop operator skills in basic operational troubleshooting and the identification

of equipment faults requiring maintenance intervention.

• Ensure that operators understand and consistently apply applicable safety,

environmental and radiological protection requirements during smelter operations.

• Assess the practical competency of each operator following completion of the

training.

• Provide Necsa with documented evidence of training, assessment results and

operator competency.

3.0 Scope of on-the job training

• Coreless induction furnace operation.
• Furnace preparation and pre-operational inspections.
• Furnace charge material preparation, selection and loading.
• Furnace lining and refractory condition monitoring.
• Furnace start-up and shutdown.
• Sintering of the furnace refractory lining.
• Melting operations and process control.

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• Conducting pre-start inspections of the furnace and associated equipment.
• Operating and monitoring the furnace cooling water system.
• Identifying abnormal cooling water conditions and taking appropriate first-line

actions.

• Operating and monitoring relevant auxiliary systems required for safe furnace

operation.

• Performing slag removal and de-slagging activities safely.
• Conducting molten metal tapping and casting activities under appropriate

supervision.

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• Performing sampling activities and preparing samples in accordance with

approved procedures.

• Performing furnace shutdown activities.

• Conducting post-operation inspections and housekeeping.

• Demonstrating the correct response to abnormal operating conditions.

• Demonstrating the correct implementation of emergency stops and shutdown

procedures.

• Identifying common operational problems and taking appropriate first-line actions

in accordance with approved procedures.

• Correctly escalating equipment faults and abnormal conditions to the supervisor

responsible or maintenance personnel.

• Demonstrating safe operating practices throughout all practical activities.

• Routine operational inspections.

• Identification of abnormal equipment conditions.

• Identification of common furnace operational problems.

• Identification of potential coil-related failures.

• Identification of refractory wear and deterioration.

• Identification of potential cooling water leaks or failures.

• Identification of abnormal cooling water conditions.

• Identification of off-gas system problems.

• Identification of abnormal electrical and instrumentation conditions.

• Basic troubleshooting of furnace auxiliary systems.

• Appropriate first-line corrective actions.

• Safe isolation and escalation of equipment faults.

• Reporting equipment defects to maintenance personnel.

• Identification of critical equipment spares.

• Understanding the purpose and application of critical spares.

• Contribution to the identification and compilation of a critical spares list.

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No. Description .0 INTRODUCTION 4

2.0 Objectives 4

3.0 Scope of on-the job training 5

3.1 Coreless induction furnace– practical training 6

3.2 Furnace operation and process control 7

3.3 Safety procedures and compliances 8

3.4 Maintenance and troubleshooting 9

4.0 Training methodology 9

5.0 Training duration and schedule 10

6.0 Participants 11

7.0 Deliverables 11

7.1 Training plan and programme 11

7.2 Training materials 11

7.3 Practical training 12

7.4 Operator competency assessment 12

7.5 Individual competency portfolio 12

7.6 Training attendance records 12

7.7 Competency certificates 13

7.8 Final training report 13

7.9 Trainer qualifications 13

8.0 Training evaluation and feedback 14

9.0 Responsibilities 14

9.1 Training service provider 14

9.2 Necsa 15

9.3 Participants 15

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supporting systems, including the power supply, cooling water systems, emergency cooling

water system, off-gas system, furnace refractory lining, charge material preparation, casting

system, ladle handling, sampling and de-slagging activities.

programme that combines supervised hands-on training, demonstrations, operational

exercises and competency assessments. The training shall be aligned with Necsa's

approved operating procedures, safety requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.

skills and demonstrated competence to safely operate the Coreless Induction Furnace and

associated equipment and to respond appropriately to normal, abnormal and emergency

operating conditions.

2.0 Objectives

• Monitoring and recording of operating parameters.
• Molten metal temperature measurement.
• Furnace tapping and casting.
• Slag management and de-slagging.
• Sampling and sample preparation.
• Operation and monitoring of cooling water systems.
• Operation and monitoring of the emergency cooling water system.
• Operation and monitoring of the off-gas system.
• Operation of relevant auxiliary systems.
• Identification of abnormal operating conditions.
• Basic operational troubleshooting.
• Emergency start and stop procedures.
• Response to furnace and plant emergencies.
• Safe handling of molten metal.
• Production data recording and reporting.
• Plant housekeeping.
• Application of approved SOPs and operational procedures.
• Basic operational maintenance activities within the operator's authorised

responsibilities.

activities:

• Performing pre-operational checks before starting the plant.
• Preparing the furnace and associated equipment for operation.
• Following the correct sequence for starting the furnace and associated plant

systems.

• Charging the furnace with approved charge materials.
• Monitoring furnace operation throughout the melting cycle.
• Monitoring and recording furnace operating parameters.
• Measuring molten metal temperature at the required stages of the process.
• Monitoring furnace power and other relevant process parameters.
• Identifying abnormal process conditions and initiating appropriate corrective

actions.

• Monitoring furnace lining condition and identifying potential refractory failures.
• Operating and monitoring the cooling water system.
• Operating and monitoring the emergency cooling water system.
• Operating and monitoring the off-gas system.
• Performing slag management and de-slagging.

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• Conducting tapping and casting operations.
• Taking representative samples and performing sample preparation.
• Completing production records and operational log sheets.
• Analysing operational data and identifying trends or abnormal conditions.
• Performing plant shutdown in accordance with approved procedures.
• Conducting post-operational inspections.
• Performing emergency start and stop procedures.
• Maintaining good housekeeping standards.
• Applying approved SOPs and work instructions during plant operation.

3.3 Safety procedures and compliances

• Pre-task risk assessments and job hazard analysis.
• Pre-task safety discussions and toolbox talks.
• Tag-in/tag-out procedures and applicable isolation requirements.
• Job card systems and required authorisations.
• PPE and PPC requirements.
• Safe handling of molten metal.
• Safe furnace charging, tapping and casting practices.
• Electrical safety requirements.
• Arc flash hazard awareness and prevention.
• Safe working practices around high electrical energy.
• Safe working with cooling water systems.
• Safe working with compressed air systems.
• Safe working with off-gas systems.
• Fire prevention and emergency response.
• Response to furnace-related emergencies.
• Response to cooling water failures.
• Response to loss of electrical power.
• Response to off-gas or ventilation failures.
• Response to refractory failure and potential furnace run-out conditions.
• Applicable environmental requirements.
• Applicable radiological safety requirements.
• Hazard identification and risk assessment.
• Reporting of incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions.
• Emergency evacuation and emergency communication procedures.

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• Compliance with applicable necsa safety procedures and workplace

requirements.

3.4 Maintenance and troubleshooting

• Practical exercises covering abnormal operating conditions.
• Practical emergency response exercises, where safe and practicable.
• Group discussions and problem-solving exercises.
• Review and application of relevant necsa sops and work instructions.
• Practical troubleshooting exercises.
• Individual competency assessments.
• Documentation of practical activities completed by each operator.
• Identification of individual competency gaps.
• Additional coaching or reassessment where an operator does not initially

demonstrate the required competence.

• Extensive practical experience in Coreless Induction Furnace operations.
• Demonstrable experience in practical and on-the-job operator training.
• Knowledge and practical understanding of metallurgy and furnace chemistry.
• Practical knowledge of furnace electrical systems and controls.
• Practical knowledge of instrumentation and process monitoring.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems associated with induction furnaces.
• Experience in furnace maintenance and operational troubleshooting.
• Experience in furnace refractory and lining condition monitoring.
• Experience in furnace safety and emergency response.
• Experience in competency-based operator assessment.
• Relevant industrial training experience.

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• Provide access to the relevant plant and equipment, subject to operational

availability and safety requirements.

• Provide applicable approved SOPs and relevant operational procedures.
• Provide site-specific safety and induction requirements.
• Facilitate access to relevant plant areas.
• Nominate operators for training.
• Facilitate participant availability.
• Provide required PPE/PPC in accordance with Necsa requirements.
• Review and approve the training plan and schedule.
• Review training materials where required.
• Monitor the delivery of the training.
• Review training and competency records.
• Facilitate access to relevant equipment and systems required for practical

training, where available and safe to operate.

9.3 Participants

• Attend all scheduled training activities.
• Actively participate in theoretical and practical training.
• Follow all Necsa safety and operational requirements.
• Use the required PPE/PPC. Perform practical activities only under the level of

supervision authorised by the trainer.

• Participate in competency assessments.
• Report unsafe conditions and operational concerns.
• Demonstrate the required level of competence before being authorised to

independently perform applicable operational tasks.

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Quality Officer: Smelter Operations

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Required documentation: Tax Clearance Certificate (Tax pin issued by SARS), Declaration of Interest (SBD 4), BEE Certificate / Applicable Affidavit if classified as EME, Letter of Good Standing (COID) if applicable, and any other document or certification requested on this RFQ.

Bidders must submit a Tax Clearance Certificate (SARS pin), a completed SBD 4 Declaration of Interest, a valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit, and a valid Letter of Good Standing (COID) from the Compensation Fund. Bidders must achieve a threshold score of 60 out of 100 in the functionality evaluation to proceed to the price and B-BBEE evaluation stage.

The South African Nuclear Energy Corporation Limited (Necsa) is a state-owned public

company (SOC), registered in terms of the Companies Act, (Act No. ), registration

Necsa’s safety, health, environment and quality policies provides for top management

commitment to compliance with regulatory requirements of ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and

RD 0034 (Quality and Safety Management Requirements for Nuclear Installations), ISO 9001

and ISO 17025.

Necsa promotes the science, technology and engineering expertise of South Africa and

improves the public understanding of these through regular communications at various forums

and outreach programmes to the community. We are a proudly South African company

continuously striving, and succeeding in many respects, to be at the edge of science,

technology and engineering related to the safe use of nuclear knowledge to improve our world.

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1.1 Scope of Services

Necsa requires a suitably qualified and experienced training service provider to conduct

practical and on-the-job training for furnace operators at the Smelter Plant, Area 26. The

training shall use actual plant equipment and systems where operationally and safely

practicable and shall be aligned with Necsa-approved operating procedures, safety

requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.

1.2 Equipment and Systems

The training shall cover, as applicable, the 125 kg/100 kW Coreless Induction Furnace, two

4-ton induction furnaces and associated plant subsystems, including power supply, cooling

water systems, emergency cooling water system, off-gas system, refractory lining, charge

material preparation, casting system, ladle handling, sampling and de-slagging activities.

1.3 Practical Training Requirements

The training shall include, but not be limited to:

• Furnace preparation and pre-operational inspections.
• Charge material preparation, selection and loading.
• Furnace refractory condition monitoring and sintering.
• Furnace start-up, operation, process control and shutdown.
• Monitoring and recording of furnace power, temperature and other operating

parameters.

• Molten metal temperature measurement, tapping and casting.
• Slag management, de-slagging, sampling and sample preparation.
• Operation and monitoring of cooling water, emergency cooling water and off-gas

systems.

• Identification of abnormal operating conditions and appropriate first-line actions.
• Emergency start/stop and response to furnace and plant emergencies.
• Safe handling of molten metal and application of approved SOPs/work instructions.
• Production data recording, operational reporting and housekeeping.
• Basic operational maintenance activities within the operator's authorised

responsibilities.

1.4 Safety, SHEQ and Compliance

Practical training shall include application of pre-task risk assessments, toolbox talks,

isolation and tag-in/tag-out requirements, PPE/PPC, electrical and arc-flash safety, highenergy work controls, molten-metal safety, cooling-water and off-gas safety, fire prevention,

emergency response, environmental requirements, radiological safety requirements,

incident/near-miss reporting and emergency evacuation and communication procedures.

1.5 Maintenance Awareness and Troubleshooting

Operators shall be trained to identify abnormal equipment conditions, common furnace

operational problems, potential coil-related failures, refractory deterioration, cooling-water

leaks/failures, off-gas problems and abnormal electrical/instrumentation conditions. Training

shall cover appropriate first-line actions, safe isolation and escalation of faults to

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maintenance personnel. Maintenance work outside the operator's authorised role shall not

be performed.

1.6 Training Methodology

The service provider shall use a practical, competency-based methodology comprising

trainer demonstrations, supervised hands-on practice, on-the-job coaching,

normal/abnormal operating exercises, emergency exercises where safe and practicable,

troubleshooting exercises and individual competency assessments. The service provider

shall submit a detailed training plan and schedule for Necsa approval before training starts.

1.7 Deliverables

The service provider shall provide:

• Detailed training plan and programme.
• Training manuals, practical guides, checklists and assessment tools.
• Supervised practical training for all nominated operators.
• Individual competency assessment for each operator.
• Individual competency portfolios and attendance records.
• Competency certificates for operators who meet the required competency

standards.

• Final training report containing training activities, attendance, practical activities

completed, assessment results, competency status, competency gaps, additional

training/reassessment, observations and recommendations.

1.8 Trainer Requirements

Trainers shall be suitably qualified and experienced in Coreless Induction Furnace and

smelter operations, practical operator training, metallurgy and furnace chemistry, furnace

electrical systems and controls, instrumentation/process monitoring, mechanical systems,

refractory/lining condition monitoring, troubleshooting, furnace safety and competencybased assessment. The bidder shall submit trainer CVs and evidence of relevant

qualifications and experience (See attached evaluation criteria below)

1.9 Training Duration and Schedule

The bidder shall propose the overall training duration, number and duration of sessions,

balance between theory, demonstration and practical training, sequence of activities,

number of operators per session, equipment/systems covered, competency assessment

activities and proposed completion date. The schedule shall be subject to Necsa review and

approval.

1.10 2.10 Reference Document

The bidder shall use the attached Necsa Scope of Work for Practical/On-the-Job Training,

Document No. NLM-URT-26/001, Rev. 00, as the detailed technical basis for the services.

In the event of any ambiguity or omission, the bidder shall raise the matter in writing with

the Necsa contact person before submitting the quotation.

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maintenance personnel. Maintenance work outside the operator's authorised role shall not

be performed.

1.6 Training Methodology

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5.5. The purchaser reserves the right to require of a bidder, either before a bid is

adjudicated or at any time subsequently, to substantiate any claim in regard to specific

goals, in any manner required by the purchaser.

5.6. For a Bidder to obtain clarity on any matter arising from or referred to in this document,

please refer queries, in writing, to the contact details provided above. Under no

circumstances may any other employee within Necsa be approached for any

information. Any such action might result in a disqualification of a response submitted

in competition to this RFQ.

5.7. No goods and/or services should be delivered to Necsa without an official Necsa

Trainers shall be suitably qualified and experienced in Coreless Induction Furnace and smelter operations, practical operator training, metallurgy and furnace chemistry, furnace electrical systems and controls, instrumentation/process monitoring, mechanical systems, refractory/lining condition monitoring, troubleshooting, furnace safety and competency-based assessment. The bidder shall submit trainer CVs and evidence of relevant qualifications and experience.

Kindly provide a quotation for goods and or services as outlined in section 2 of this document.

1. Introduction

The South African Nuclear Energy Corporation Limited (Necsa) is a state-owned public

company (SOC), registered in terms of the Companies Act, (Act No. ), registration

Necsa’s safety, health, environment and quality policies provides for top management

commitment to compliance with regulatory requirements of ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and

RD 0034 (Quality and Safety Management Requirements for Nuclear Installations), ISO 9001

and ISO 17025.

All prices quoted must include all applicable taxes. Price must be fixed and firm. Price should include additional cost elements such as freight, insurance until acceptance, duty where applicable, disbursements etc. Quotation must be completed in full; incomplete quotes may be disqualified. Payment will be according to Necsa's General Conditions of Purchase.

please refer queries, in writing, to the contact details provided above. Under no

information. Any such action might result in a disqualification of a response submitted

▪ Tax Clearance Certificate ( Tax pin issued by SARS)

▪ Declaration of interest ( SBD 4)

B-BBEE Minimum Level: 0

B-BBEE Details: lected to progress to the second stage.

Important

Bidders that score <80 out of a 100 in respect of Evaluation Criteria will be regarded as submitting a nonresponsive bid and will not be evaluated further.

3.2. Phase 2 - Evaluation In Terms Of Preferential Procurement Policy Framework

Act, 2022

This bid will be evaluated and adjudicated according to the 80/20 point system, in terms of

which a maximum of 80 points will be awarded for price and 20 points will be allocated based

on the specific goals (B-BBE status level).

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Preference goal

B-BBEE status level contributor

B-BBEE Status Level of Number of points

Contributor (80/20 system)

1 20

2 18

3 14

4 12

5 8

6 6

7 4

8 2

Non-compliant contributor 0

4. Required Documentation

▪ Tax Clearance Certificate ( Tax pin issued by SARS)

▪ Declaration of interest ( SBD 4)

▪ BEE Certificate / Applicable Affidavit if classified as EME

▪ Letter of Good Standing (COID) only if Applicable due to the nature of work required

▪ Any other document or certification that might have been requested on this RFQ

5. Important

5.1. Quotation must be submitted on or before the RFQ closing date and time stated above.

5.2. Orders above R 30 000 will be evaluated according to the PPPFA 80/20-point system

and a functionality scorecard where applicable and the ones above R 1 Million will be

subjected to the tender process.

5.3. This RFQ is subjected to the Necsa’s General Conditions of Purchase, Preferential

Procurement Policy Framework Act 2000 and the Preferential Procurement

Regulations, 2022, the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) and, if applicable, any

other legislation or special conditions of contract

5.4. Failure on the part of a bidder to submit proof of

B-BBEE status level contributor points under the 80/20 system: Level 1: 20, Level 2: 18, Level 3: 14, Level 4: 12, Level 5: 8, Level 6: 6, Level 7: 4, Level 8: 2, Non-compliant: 0. Failure to submit proof of B-BBEE status level will be interpreted as not claiming preference points.

operators at the Necsa Smelter Plant, Area 26, covering the

safe and effective operation of the 125 kg/100 kW Coreless

Induction Furnace, two 4-ton induction furnaces and

associated plant subsystems. Training shall include

supervised hands-on operation, process control, safety and

emergency response, basic operational troubleshooting,

competency assessment and training records. The detailed

practical and on-the-job training for furnace operators at the Smelter Plant, Area 26. The

training shall use actual plant equipment and systems where operationally and safely

practicable and shall be aligned with Necsa-approved operating procedures, safety

requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.

1.2 Equipment and Systems

The training shall cover, as applicable, the 125 kg/100 kW Coreless Induction Furnace, two

4-ton induction furnaces and associated plant subsystems, including power supply, cooling

water systems, emergency cooling water system, off-gas system, refractory lining, charge

material preparation, casting system, ladle handling, sampling and de-slagging activities.

1.3 Practical Training Requirements

• Furnace preparation and pre-operational inspections.
• Charge material preparation, selection and loading.
• Furnace refractory condition monitoring and sintering.
• Furnace start-up, operation, process control and shutdown.
• Monitoring and recording of furnace power, temperature and other operating

parameters.

• Molten metal temperature measurement, tapping and casting.
• Slag management, de-slagging, sampling and sample preparation.
• Operation and monitoring of cooling water, emergency cooling water and off-gas

systems.

• Identification of abnormal operating conditions and appropriate first-line actions.
• Emergency start/stop and response to furnace and plant emergencies.
• Safe handling of molten metal and application of approved SOPs/work instructions.
• Production data recording, operational reporting and housekeeping.
• Basic operational maintenance activities within the operator's authorised

responsibilities.

1.4 Safety, SHEQ and Compliance

isolation and tag-in/tag-out requirements, PPE/PPC, electrical and arc-flash safety, highenergy work controls, molten-metal safety, cooling-water and off-gas safety, fire prevention,

emergency response, environmental requirements, radiological safety requirements,

incident/near-miss reporting and emergency evacuation and communication procedures.

1.5 Maintenance Awareness and Troubleshooting

trainer demonstrations, supervised hands-on practice, on-the-job coaching,

normal/abnormal operating exercises, emergency exercises where safe and practicable,

troubleshooting exercises and individual competency assessments. The service provider

shall submit a detailed training plan and schedule for Necsa approval before training starts.

1.7 Deliverables

Training shall include environmental requirements and emergency response procedures as part of the safety, SHEQ and compliance requirements.

• All price quoted to include all applicable taxes.
• Price must be fixed and firm
• Price should include additional cost elements such as freight, insurance until

acceptance, duty where applicable, disbursements etc.

• Quotation must be completed in full, incomplete quote could result in a quote being

disqualified.

• Payment will be according to Necsa’s General Conditions of Purchase.

3. Evaluation

3.1. Phase 1- Functionality Evaluation / Technical Evaluation

5.9. The supplier shall under no circumstances offer, promise or make any gift, payment,

loan, reward, inducement, benefit or other advantage, which may be construed as

being made to solicit any favour, to any Necsa employee or its representatives. Such

an act shall constitute a material breach of the Agreement and the Necsa shall be

entitled to terminate the Agreement forthwith, without prejudice to any of its rights

5.10. By responding to this request, it shall be construed that: the bidder, hereby

acknowledge to be fully conversant with the details and conditions set out in the

Necsa’s General Conditions of Purchase, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework

Act 2000 and the Preferential Procurement Regulations, 2022, the General Conditions

of Contract (GCC), Technical Information and Specifications attached, and hereby

agree to supply, render services or perform works in accordance therewith

Orders above R 30,000 will be evaluated according to the PPPFA 80/20-point system and functionality scorecard where applicable; orders above R 1 Million will be subjected to the tender process. This RFQ is subject to Necsa's General Conditions of Purchase, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 2000, Preferential Procurement Regulations 2022, General Conditions of Contract (GCC), and any other applicable legislation or special conditions.

Phase 1 - Functionality Evaluation: Technical, Performance, Quality and Risk criteria make up the functionality criterion, evaluated out of 100 points. Bidders scoring <80 out of 100 will be regarded as nonresponsive and not evaluated further. Phase 2 - Evaluation in terms of PPPFA 80/20 point system: maximum 80 points for price and 20 points allocated based on B-BBEE status level (Level 1: 20 points, Level 2: 18, Level 3: 14, Level 4: 12, Level 5: 8, Level 6: 6, Level 7: 4, Level 8: 2, Non-compliant: 0).