# SCOPE OF WORK – IRON ORE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES ## 1. General Description The supplier is committed to providing land transportation services for iron ore from the specified loading points (Jeddah / Yanbu / Sohar – Sultanate of Oman) to the unloading site in Jubail – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The supplier shall be fully responsible for providing all necessary resources to carry out the work, including (but not limited to): - Dump trucks - Drivers - Fuel and consumables - Permits and licenses - Operational supervision and management All work must be performed with high efficiency and in compliance with the regulations and laws of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. - ## 2. Scope of Services - Transporting iron ore from loading points to the unloading site. - Adhering to agreed-upon delivery schedules. - Maintaining the safety of the shipment throughout the transportation period. - ## 3. Dump Truck Requirements The supplier commits to the following: - The dump truck must not be older than 10 years. - All dump trucks must be in excellent and safe technical condition. - Dump trucks must be equipped with: - Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) - Fire extinguisher - First-aid kit - Warning triangle - Install a GPS tracking system on all dump trucks. - Provide high-quality covers (tarpaulins) to fully cover the load. - Comply with regulations related to weights and dimensions within the Kingdom. - Do not use third-party dump trucks without prior approval. - ## 4. Driver Requirements - Valid driving license within the Kingdom. - Commitment to wearing safety equipment: - Safety shoes - Helmet - Reflective vest - Gloves - Ability to read road signs. - Basic English language proficiency. - ## 5. Operational Staff The supplier commits to providing: - Site supervisor (available 24/7) - Operations manager - Safety officer - Local coordinator (preferably Saudi) - ## 6. Operational Requirements - Transport the shipment with the same dump truck from loading to unloading. - Transferring the load to another dump truck is prohibited without prior approval. - Transporting any other materials with the shipment is prohibited. - Adherence to the delivery plan and schedule. - ## 7. Safety and Responsibility - The supplier is responsible for the shipment from the time of loading until delivery. - Immediate reporting of any incident with a detailed report. - Taking necessary measures to protect the shipment in case of emergency. - ## 8. Coverage and Protection - The load must be fully covered using a high-quality tarpaulin. - The supplier bears full responsibility for any damage resulting from improper covering. - Fines may be imposed for non-compliance. - ## 9. Documentation and Delivery - A Delivery Note must be issued for each shipment. - Sign the document upon loading and unloading. - No payment is due without approved proof of delivery. - Retain records for at least two years. - ## 10. Performance and Delay - Any delay in delivery is considered a breach of performance. - Discounts or fines may be applied depending on the situation. - ## 11. Pricing and Payment - Pricing will be per trip or per ton (to be determined later). - Prices include all operational costs and insurance. - Payment will be made within 60 days from the invoice date. - ## 12. Insurance - Insurance must be provided covering: - Loss - Total or partial damage - With a value of not less than 110% of the shipment value. - ## 13. General Conditions - The supplier must comply with all regulations and laws in the Kingdom. - The supplier bears all operational risks. - The right to reject any dump truck or supplier not meeting the requirements is reserved. - ## Note: Interested suppliers are requested to submit: - Technical Proposal - Commercial Proposal - Number of dump trucks