Inspection, testing and recertification of aircraft jacks and stackers

Proposal opens: 07 October 2026

Closing date and time: 13 October 2026 at 12:00 (GMT+2)

Questions deadline: 02 October 2026

Quote validity period: 90 days

Enquiries and submission:

• Email: [email protected]
• Alternative emails: [email protected], [email protected]

Note: All questions must be forwarded to the Project Manager by 02 October 2026 at [email protected].

Submission method: email

• Address: [email protected]
• Closing: 13 October 2026 at 12:00 (GMT+2)
• Validity period: 90 days

Returnable forms and documents:

• SBD 1 (Invitation to Bid): cover page with bidder and contact details, signed as the offer.
• SBD 4 (Declaration of Interest): discloses state employment or connections to SAAT personnel.
• SARS Tax Clearance Certificate or proof of application.
• Valid B-BBEE certificate.
• CIPC registration documentation.

Disqualification risks:

• Late or incomplete submissions.
• Attempting to solicit or canvass information from SAAT employees or agents between submission and award.
• Arithmetical errors will be adjusted by SAAT and the bidder advised.

Evaluation phases:

• Phase 1: Critical criteria (pass/fail)
• Phase 2: Functional criteria (minimum threshold 70 points for both Jacks and Stackers)
• Phase 3: Price and B-BBEE evaluation

Functional criteria — Jacks (100 points, minimum 70):

• Accreditation by recognised body (scope of accreditation): 50 points if all valid accreditations submitted, 0 if none.
• Bidder experience recertifying aircraft jacks: 50 points for 2 projects, 20 points for 1 project, 0 for none.

Functional criteria — Stackers (100 points, minimum 70):

• Accreditation by recognised body (scope of accreditation): 50 points if all valid accreditations submitted, 0 if none.
• Bidder experience recertifying aircraft stackers: 50 points for 2 projects, 20 points for 1 project, 0 for none.

Price and preferential procurement points (100 points total):

• Price: 80 points
• Specific goals: 20 points
• Black ownership (10 points): 100% = 10, 75-99% = 8, 60-74% = 6, 50-51% = 3, below 50% = 0
• Disability ownership (5 points): 100% = 5, 75-99% = 3, 60-74% = 2, 51-59% = 1, below 50% = 0
• Woman ownership (5 points): 100% = 5, 75-99% = 3, 60-74% = 2, 50-51% = 1, below 50% = 0

Preference point system: 80/20 for awards up to R4 million; 90/10 for awards above R4 million.

Scope: Inspection, testing and recertification of aircraft jacks and stackers for SAAT maintenance and ground handling operations.

Jacks — quantities and models:

• 10 Ton Jacks (RH1029A1A0A01): 9 units
• 45/50 Ton Jack (RC4509B1A0A10): 4 units
• 90 Ton Jack (RA9003K2A0A06): 2 units
• 100 Ton Jack (106250000000): 1 unit
• A320 Tripod Jacks: 2 units
• A340 Tripod Jacks: 2 units
• B737 Tripod Jacks: 2 units
• Pallet Lifter: 2 units
• Brake Wheel Lifter: 1 unit

Stackers — locations:

• Stacker no 1: Hangar 7 West
• Stacker no 2: Hangar 7 West
• Stacker no 2: Hangar 8 North
• Stacker no 6: Hangar 8 South

Required services for jacks:

• Inspection and condition assessment
• Load testing/calibration where applicable
• Recertification and certificate issuance
• Identification of repairs or parts required
• Collection and delivery charges if applicable

Required services for stackers:

• Inspection, load testing and recertification
• Clear identification of defects with corrective action recommendations where applicable

Technical requirements:

• Service provider must state maximum rated capacity of test facility and confirm full rated load coverage per OEM/applicable technical data.
• Serial number, rated capacity and test results must be recorded on final certificate for stackers.
• Applicable OEM maintenance data, standards or technical authority must be identified for both jacks and stackers.

Personnel and equipment:

• Qualifications and competency records of personnel performing and certifying work.
• Valid calibration certificates for all test and measuring equipment.
• Sample copy of inspection/load-test/recertification certificate.
• Sample/redacted previous test reports or certificates.
• Details of load-testing equipment and test facility.

Pricing requirements:

• Detailed pricing proposal required, clear and transparent, aligned with scope of work.
• Best price must be provided; price considered together with all other relevant criteria.
• Final payment terms negotiated with successful service provider before award.
• SAAT may adjust arithmetical errors and advise the service provider.

Financial consequences:

• Successful service provider liable for all additional expenses incurred by SAAT if they fail to enter into agreement timeously, including costs of re-tendering or accepting less favourable quotes.
• SAAT not obliged to award to lowest price or any bidder; may retract proposal at any time.
• Damages liability for breach of quote after award.

Mandatory certifications and documentation:

• ISO 9000:2015 certification with recognised certification body (proof required).
• Valid Letter of Good Standing (COID).
• Statutory inspection/test certificate demonstrating compliance with OHS Act 85 of 1993 and applicable Driven Machinery Regulations.
• Calibration certificates for applicable inspection and testing equipment.
• Valid Public Liability Insurance with sufficient cover appropriate to nature and value of work.
• Workers' compensation/COID compliance evidence for deployed personnel.

Company and accreditation:

• Valid company registration documentation.
• Applicable regulatory approval/accreditation with scope of accreditation.
• Proposed inspection and load-testing procedure/method statement.

Experience:

• 3 references where jacks were maintained.
• Evidence of previous experience in aircraft jack and stacker inspection, load testing and recertification.

B-bbee:

• Valid B-BBEE certificate required for preference points.

Tax:

• SARS Tax Clearance Certificate or proof of application.