Tenders are hereby invited for the refurbishment of white metal bearings thrust pads during outage and maintenance periods at Kendal power station for period of 60 months (5 years). Specifications: Technical Requirements: (a) All oil ports, oil ways, holes, grooves and recesses shall be free from debris or any obstruction that may restrict oil flow, (b) All edges and corners shall be free of burrs, rags and slivers, (c) The bearing back shall be free from burrs, bruises or other damage, which may interfere with the correct seating of the bearing in the housing, (d) The lining shall be free from inclusions, porosity, blisters, blow holes and any defects which may reduce the integrity of the lining. No defects shall be allowed in the load carrying area and near any jacking oil ports or oil ways, e) The supplier shall determine the method of casting and heat treatment or cooling to achieve the desired material properties and ensure bond integrity, (f) Chemical Composition of lining material on the damaged bearings to be tested before any refurbishment work. The same lining material to be used and shall conform to SABS 695/698- 1971 Unless otherwise specified by client, no lead based white metals shall be used. (Offerte №114513337it)