Reverse Engineering and Technical Substantiation for Aircraft Tooling
Mmapitso Khoetha
Compulsory briefing — you must attend to bid
27 October 2026 at 10:00 · SAA Technical
In plain English
Reverse engineering services for aircraft maintenance tooling are being bought. Bidders must provide a SARS Tax Clearance Certificate, B-BBEE Certificate, and other specified documents.
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South African Airways Technical (SAAT) is seeking a qualified engineering firm to perform reverse engineering and develop technical substantiation for aircraft maintenance tooling that lacks original manufacturer traceability. The work will take place at SAA Technical, OR Tambo International Airport. Key deliverables include a comprehensive reverse engineering report, controlled engineering drawings in CAD and PDF formats, technical specifications, material analysis, and structural assessments. The project requires a Lead Engineer registered with ECSA and a firm with at least five years of experience in aerospace or high-integrity mechanical design. Bidders must provide a detailed technical proposal, project plan, and evidence of software capabilities. The project aims to ensure tooling is fit for maintenance purposes through rigorous engineering validation and testing criteria.
What you need to qualify
- Tax clearance — A valid SARS tax compliance status (PIN) showing your tax affairs are in order.
- B-BBEE certificate — A B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit confirming your contribution level.
- Other registration — An industry registration the tender requires (e.g. PSIRA, NHBRC, a professional or trade licence).
Full requirements
- Valid SARS Tax Compliance Status PIN
- Valid B-BBEE certificate or sworn affidavit
- Professional registration with ECSA (Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech Eng)
- Documented proof of CAD software capabilities
- Proven track record of similar completed projects
- Attendance at compulsory site briefing on 27 October 2026
Contact & how to apply
Name: Mmapitso Khoetha
Email: mmapitsokhoetha@flysaa.com
Phone: 011-978-9262
How to apply: Local bidders must deliver physical applications to the South African Airways Tender Box at the Main Reception Gate, Airways Park, Jones Road, O.R. Tambo International Airport. International bidders may submit their applications via email to Tenders@flysaa.com or mmapitsokhoetha@flysaa.com.
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