Objectives

The primary objective is to appoint a qualified and experienced service provider to conduct a comprehensive diagnostic assessment on three aircraft tugs. The assessment aims to establish the current operational condition of each unit, accurately identify existing faults and potential system issues, and develop OEM-aligned corrective action plans prior to authorizing any repair work.

Scope of Work

• Execute complete diagnostic assessments on each tug strictly adhering to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications, procedures, and guidelines.
• Utilize OEM-approved or fully compatible diagnostic equipment and testing methodologies.
• Detect, document, and report all faults, defects, warning indicators, and potential mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or systemic anomalies.
• Deliver individualized diagnostic reports per tug detailing identified faults, probable root causes, and recommended corrective actions.
• Submit a separate quotation for any repairs necessitated by the diagnostic findings.

Technical Requirements

• Equipment Coverage: One TLD TMX 650 Tug and two Goldhofer Bison Tugs.
• Compliance Standards: All diagnostics and subsequent work must comply with OEM requirements and applicable fire safety regulations.
• Instrumentation: All diagnostic tools and test units must be accompanied by certificates of conformance following calibration.
• Warranty: A minimum twelve-month warranty applies from the date of service completion.
• Lead Time: Bidders must propose a service delivery lead time of ten days or less to meet functional evaluation thresholds.
• Commercial Terms: Quotations must exclude VAT (displayed separately), remain valid for ninety days, and contain fixed pricing without escalation clauses. Payment is structured at one hundred percent within fifteen days post-acceptance and inspection.
• Documentation: Submission requires completed SBD 1 and SBD 4 forms, a valid Tax Compliance Status PIN, and an approved B-BBEE certificate or affidavit.

Skills Requirements

• Proven experience in diagnosing and assessing heavy ground support equipment, specifically aircraft towing tractors/tugs.
• Proficiency in interpreting OEM technical manuals and operating specialized diagnostic hardware/software.
• Strong analytical capabilities to accurately trace fault origins across mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic subsystems.
• Ability to produce clear, structured technical reports with actionable maintenance and repair recommendations.
• Familiarity with aviation ground handling equipment standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance frameworks.

Key Terms & Explanations

B-BBEE (Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment): A South African legislative framework designed to increase economic participation, ownership, and management among historically disadvantaged demographics. Procurement points are allocated based on verified race, disability, and gender ownership levels.

SBD Forms: Standard Bid Documents mandated by South African public procurement regulations. SBD 1 captures general bidder information and statutory declarations, while SBD 4 records achievements against preferential procurement goals.

Preferential Procurement Scoring: The evaluation utilizes a phased, points-based system where functional performance (lead time), pricing, and transformation metrics collectively determine contract award eligibility. Bidders must achieve a minimum threshold in Phase 2 to proceed to price and preference evaluation.