Kenya Re Tender Notice

The Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Ltd. invites tenders for:-

NO: 1
TENDER NO: KRC/2009/060
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE: Insurance Cover Year 2009 /2010

NO: 2
TENDER NO: KRC/2009/061
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE: Renewals Public Relations Services

Documents containing technical specifications can be downloaded from our website www.kenyare. co.ke

Tenders in plain sealed envelopes bearing the correct tender number should be deposited in the Tender box located on the 16th floor of Reinsurance plaza Aga Khan walk NAIROBI or be sent to:-

Managing Director
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation, Ltd
Reinsurance Plaza, Nairobi
Aga Khan Walk
P.O. Box 30271 -00100
NAIROBI

To be received by 8th April, 2009 at 9.30 am. Tenders will be opened the same day at 10.30 am in the Corporation's Boardroom. Interested bidders or their representatives are invited to attend the opening session.

Prices quoted should be expressed in Kenya shillings, inclusive of Government taxes and should remain valid for a period of 90 days.

All bids must be accompanied by a bid bond and a non refundable/handling Fee of Kshs 2000.00 as per details contained in the bidding guidelines.

Kenya Re Prequalification of Service Providers For The Period 2009 To 2010 – Re- Advertisement

The Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Ltd. invites applications for:-

NO: 1
NOTICE: KRC/2009/062
DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE: Legal Service

Documents containing application guidelines can be downloaded from our website www.kenyare. co.ke

Applications in plain sealed envelopes bearing the correct tender number should be deposited in the Tender box located on the 16th floor of Reinsurance plaza Aga Khan walk NAIROBI or be sent to:-

Managing Director
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation, Ltd
Reinsurance Plaza, Nairobi
Aga Khan Walk
P.O. Box 30271-00100
NAIROBI

To be received by 7th April, 2009 at 9.30 am. The applications will be opened the same day at 10.30 am in the Corporation's Boardroom. Interested applicants are invited to attend the opening session.

All applicants must be accompanied by a non refundable/handling Fee of Kshs 1000.00 as per details contained in the bidding guidelines. Firms lhat applied last year for this category are exempt from the handling fee.

Kenya Sugar Research Foundation Tender Notice

REGISTRATION OF SUPPLIERS FOR 2009/2010 FINANCIAL YEAR

The Kenya Sugar Research Foundation (KESREF) is a Parastatal in the Ministry of Agriculture whose mandate is to develop and disseminate appropriate technology for enhanced productivity, profitability and sustainability of the Kenya Sugar Industry. KESREF is headquartered at Kibos in Kisumu and has Centres at Mtwapa in Kilifi District, Mumias in Mumias District and Opapo in Rongo District.

KESREF desires to update its register of suppliers & service providers during the financial year 2009-2010. The applicants should be suitably qualified and experienced suppliers and service providers in the categories listed below:

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/1 /2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Analytical Laboratory Equipment/Apparatus

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/2/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Maintenance of Laboratory Equipment

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/3/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Maintenance of Office machines

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/4/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Farm Inputs (Fertilizers & Chemicals)

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/5/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Uniform, stitching and Protective clothing

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/6/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Building Materials & Hardware

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/7/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Electrical/Electronic Items and Fittings

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/8/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Printed Stationery and Materials

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/9/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Fuels, Oil and Lubricants; Automobiles Batteries, Tyres and Tubes

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/10/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Spares for Automobiles, Farm Machinery, Plant & Equipment

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/11/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Sanitary Services (Fumigation, Emptying, Cleaning of Soak Pits & Septic tanks)

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/12/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Security Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/13/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of General Insurance Brokerage Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/14/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Group Medical Insurance Brokerage Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/15/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Valuation Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/16/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Legal Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/17/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Environment Impact Assessment/Audit Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/18/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply and delivery of office furniture, linen and fittings

TENDER NO: KESREFAC/RS/19/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Motor Vehicles and Motor Cycles

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/20/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Maintenance of Motor vehicles. Motor Cycles, Plant and Equipment

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RSY21/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Maintenance of Irrigation Equipment, electrical pumps and accessories

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/22/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Consultancy on Editorial and Scientific Review Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/23/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of HR Training, Development and Management Consultancy Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/24/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Calibration Services on Weighing Balances, fuel tanks and pumps

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/25/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Design, layout. Publication, Production and colour printing Services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/26/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of car hire and Taxi Services for Kisumu, Nairobi and Mombasa

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/27/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply of Analytical Laboratory Chemicals and Auxiliary Materials

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/28/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Computers, Hardware, Software and I.T Accessories

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/29/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & Delivery of Farm Machinery, Plant and Equipment

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/30/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply & delivery of foodstuff, provision of canteen and
catering services

TENDER NO: KESREF/TC/RS/31/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Cleaning Services

Tender documents with complete specifications can be obtained from the Procurement office - KESREF Headquarters upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Ksh. 2, 000/=
Completed Tender Documents should be marked "REGISTRATION OF SUPPLIERS FOR 20O9/2010 FINANCIAL YEAR" Tender No KESREF/TC/RS/..../09-2010 and be addressed and delivered at the address indicated below or deposited in the tender box situated at the entrance of the main office block. All documents must be received on or before Friday 24th April, 2009 at 2.00 p.m.

The Director
Kenya Sugar Research Foundation
Kisumu - Miwani Road
P.O. Box 44-40100
KISUMU

Kenya Forestry Research Institute Pre -Qualification Of Suppliers

KEFRI is in the process of registering Suppliers for various goods and services for the period 1st July 2009 to 30th June 2010. Interested suppliers are invited to apply for pre-qualification, indicating the goods and /or services they can offer. Existing suppliers who wish to be retained in the register must also apply.-

Code: KEFRI 01/2008/2009
Description: Supply and Delivery of Assorted Office Stationery, Computer Stationery and accessories.

Code: KEFRI 02/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Staff Uniforms and Protective Clothing.

Code: KEFRI 03/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Motor Vehicle Tyres and Tubes.

Code: KEFRI 04/2009/2010
Description: Provision of Printing and Publishing Services

Code: KEFRI 05/2009/2010
Description: Maintenance, Servicing of Computers and Printers.

Code: KEFRI 06/2009/2010
Description: Provision of Insurance Brokerage Services.

Code: KEFRI 07/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Reagents, Glassware and Chemicals

Code: KEFRI 08/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Office Furniture, Furnishings and Fittings.

Code: KEFRI 09/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Cleaning Materials.

Code: KEFRI 10/2009/2010
Description: Provision of Sanitary and Fumigation Services.

Code: KEFRI 011/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Air Travel Services and Ticketing.

Code: KEFRI 01 2/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Hardware, Paints and Building Materials.

Code: KEFRI 01 3/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Fuels, Oils and Lubricants.

Code: KEFRI 014/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Scientific Laboratory and Clinical Equipment.

Code: KEFRI 01 5/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Computers, Printers, and related accessories

Code: KEFRI 016/2009/2010
Description: Supply, Delivery & Servicing of Fire Fighting Equipment.

Code: KEFRI 01 7/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Clinical Drugs and Dressings

Code: KEFRI 01 8/2009/2010
Description: Supply, Delivery and Servicing of Cold rooms & Refrigerators.

Code: KEFRI 01 9/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Motor Vehicles Spares and Batteries.

Code: KEFRI 020/2009/2010
Description: Supply, Delivery and Servicing of Printing Machine (Model Gestetner 313)

Code: KEFRI 021/2009/2010
Description: Maintenance and Servicing of Laboratory Equipment.

Code: KEFRI 022/2009/2010
Description: Supply, Maintenance and Servicing of Audio Visual Equipment.

Code: KEFRI 023/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Electrical, Electronics Equipment and Appliances.

Code: KEFRI 024/2009/20 10
Description: Maintenance, Repair and Servicing of Generators.

Code: KEFRI 025/2009/2010
Description: Maintenance and Servicing of Adding Machines and Typewriters.

Code: KEFRI 026/2009/2010
Description: Provision of Repairs and, Spray Painting of Motor Vehicle Services.

Code: KEFRI 027/2009/20 10
Description: Supply of Computer Software, Appliances and Anti-Virus.

Code: KEFRI 028/2009/2010
Description: Provision of Legal Services.

Code: KEFRI 029/2009/2010
Description: Supply and Delivery of Photocopier Machines and Related Accessories.

Pre-qualification forms can be obtained from KEFRI Headquarters, Muguga upon payment of non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1,500/= (Kenya Shillings One Thousand Five Hundred) in form of cash or bankers cheque payable to Director, Kenya Forestry Research Institute, for each category of goods and services.

Suppliers will be expected to provide certified copies of their certificate of Incorporation, PIN Certificate and VAT registration Number.

Application clearly showing the reference code number for services /goods the applicant is interested to be pre-qualified for should be sent either, through post to the address given below, or dropped in the Tender Box at KEFRI HQTs Muguga, 25 km from the city center off Nairobi - Nakuru high way on or before 12.00 noon, April 1st 2009

The Director
Kenya Forestry Research Institute
P O BOX 20412
NAIROBI 00200

KEFRI reserves the right to accept or reject any applications and is not bound to give reasons for its decisions.

KenGen provision of Microwave Radio Communications System for Upper Tana Power Station

The Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited invites sealed applications from eligible candidates for provision of Microwave Radio Communications System for Upper Tana Power Station whose specifications are detailed in the Tender Document.

Interested eligible firms may obtain information and inspect the Tender documents at the office of:

Supply Chain Manager
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
Ground Floor, Stima Plaza, Phase III
Kolobot Road, Parklands
PO Box 47936-00100
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: (254) (020) 3666000
Fax: (254) (020) 3666200

Email: pkimemia@kengen.co.ke

Where the tender document may be collected upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kenya Shillings Three Thousand (Kshs.3,000.00) paid in cash or through a bankers cheque at any KenGen office.

The document can also be viewed and downloaded .from the website www.kengen.co.ke.
and the payment evidence MUST be submitted with the tender document. Bidders who download the tender document from the website will be required to pay a reduced fee of Kenya Shillings Two Thousand (Kshs.2,000)

One original and two (2) copies of the tender documents must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked as follows:

'PROVISION OF MICROWAVE RADIO COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM FOR UPPER TANA POWER STATION"

And be delivered to,
Company Secretary, Legal & Corporate Affairs Director,
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited,
7th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III
Kolobot Road, Parklands
PO Box47936-00100
NAIROBI, KENYA

There will be an official site visit on 15th April 2009 at 10.00 a.m. starting at Tana Power station.

On or before 27th April 2009 at 2.00 p.m.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

KenGen Invitation to Tender

The Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited invites sealed applications from eligible candidates for Supply of 1 No. 190mm*1250mm Turning Lathe Machine, 1no. 25mm Capacity Floor Mounted Pillar Drilling Machine and 1 no. Pressurized Air System C/W Accessories for Central Workshop whose specifications are detailed in the Tender Document.

Interested eligible firms may obtain information and inspect the Tender documents at the office of:

Supply Chain Manager
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
Ground Floor, Stima Plaza, Phase III
Kolobot Road, Parklands
PO Box 47936-00100
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: (254) (020) 3666000
Fax: (254) (020) 3666200
E-mail: pkimemia@kengen.co.ke

Where the tender document may be collected upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kenya Shillings Three Thousand (Kshs.3,000.00) paid in cash or through a bankers cheque at any KenGen office.

The document can also be viewed and downloaded from the website www.kengen.co.ke and the payment evidence be submitted with the tender document. Bidders who download the tender document from the website will be required to pay a reduced fee of Kenya Shillings Two Thousand (Kshs.2,000.00)

One original and two (2) copies of the tender documents must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked as follows:

"SUPPLY OF 1 NO. 190MM*1250MM TURNING LATHE MACHINE, 1NO. 25MM CAPACITY FLOOR MOUNTED PILLAR DRILLING MACHINE AND 1 NO. PRESSURIZED AIR SYSTEM C/W ACCESSORIES FOR CENTRAL WORKSHOP, MOMBASA ROAD"

And be delivered to,
Company Secretary, Legal & Corporate Affairs Director
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
7th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III
Kolobot Road, Parklands
PO Box 47936-00100
NAIROBI, KENYA

On or before 29th April 2009 at 3.00 p.m. SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

KenGen Supply, Installation and Commissioning of 8 Tons Wirerope Hoist and Trolley for Electric Overhead Crane at Turkwel Power Station

The Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited invites sealed applications from eligible candidates for Supply, Installation and Commissioning of 8 Tons Wirerope Hoist and Trolley for Electric Overhead Crane at Turkwel Power Station whose specifications are detailed in the Tender Document.

Interested eligible firms may obtain information and inspect the Tender documents at the office

Supply Chain Manager
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
Ground Floor, Stima Plaza, Phase III
Kolobot Road, Parklands
P O Box 47936 - 00100
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: (254) (020) 3666000
Fax: (254) (020) 3666200
E-mail: pkimemia@kengen.co.ke

Where the tender document may be collected upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kenya Shillings Three Thousand (Kshs. 3, 000. 00) paid in cash or through a bankers cheque at any KenGen office.

The document can also be viewed and downloaded from the website www.kengen.co.ke and the payment evidence be submitted with the tender document. Bidders who download the tender document from the website will be required to pay a reduced fee of Kenya Shillings Two Thousand (Kshs.2,000.00)

One original and two (2) copies of the tender documents must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked as follows:

"SUPPLY, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING OF 8 TONS WIREROPE HOIST AND TROLLEY FOR ELECTRIC OVERHEAD CRANE AT TURKWEL POWER STATION"

And be delivered to,
Company Secretary, Legal & Corporate Affairs Director
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
7* Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III
Kolobot Road, Parklands
PO Box 47936 -001 00
NAIROBI, KENYA

On or before 23rd April 2009 at 2.00 p.m.

There will be a mandatory site visit at Turkwel Power Station which is 600km from Nairobi off Kitale - Lodwar highway on the 7th April 2009 at 10.00 a.m.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

KenGen Supply of Symantec Anti-Virus Software License Renewal

The Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited invites sealed applications from eligible candidates for Supply of Symantec Anti-Virus Software License Renewal
whose specifications are detailed in the Tender Document.

Interested eligible firms may obtain information and inspect the Tender documents at the office of:

Supply Chain Manager
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
Ground Floor, Stima Plaza, Phase III
Kolobot Road, Parklands
P OBox47936-00100
NAIROBI, KENYA
Tel: (254) (020) 3666000
Fax: (254) (020) 3666200
E-mail: pkimemia@kengen.co.ke

Where the tender document may be collected upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kenya Shillings Three Thousand (Kshs.3,000.00) paid in cash or through a bankers cheque at any KenGen office.

The document can also be viewed and downloaded from the website www.kengen.co.ke and the payment evidence be submitted with the tender document. Bidders who download the tender document from the website will be required to pay a reduced fee of Kenya Shillings Two Thousand (Kshs.2,000.00)

One original and two (2) copies of the tender documents must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked as follows:

"SUPPLY OF SYMANTEC ANTI-VIRUS SOFTWARE LICENSE RENEWAL"

And be delivered to,

Company Secretary,
Legal & Corporate Affairs Director
Kenya Electricity Generating Company Limited
7th Floor, Stima Plaza Phase III
Kolobot Road, Parklands
PO Box 47936-00100
NAIROBI, KENYA

On or before 23rd April 2009 at 11.00 a.m.

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

Inter-Diocesan Properties Ltd Prequalification of Building Contractors

The Inter-Diocesan Properties Ltd. Together with IDCCS Ltd, both of the Anglican Church of Kenya intends to construct a 40-50 Bed Guest House and Conference Centre at Milimani area in Kisumu Town as Joint Employers.

The Joint-employers therefore invite eligible and qualified individuals or joint venture firms with proven experience in similar undertakings and duly registered in the relevant category and institutions to submit their proposals for prequalification to undertake the construction of the "Proposed Bishop Okullu Guest House and Conference Centre in Kisumu Town".

Interested bidders must meet the following minimum criteria:-

A. Building and Civil Works.

I. Ministry of Public Works Category D/ or

II. Average Annual Works turnover of Kshs.75 million for the last 3 years and

III. Proof of liquidity of Kshs. 5 million and above in cash, redeemable securities or credit line(s)

IV. Fixed Assets of Kshs. 20 million and above.

B. Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Structured Cabling, Interior Decoration and other Specialized Works.

I. Ministry of Public Works/ Energy/ Water category E and above/or.

II. Average Annual turnover of Kshs. 15 million and above for the last 3 years.

III. Proof of liquidity of Kshs.1,000,000 and above in cash, redeemable securities and/or credit line(s).

IV. Fixed Assets of Kshs. 4 million and above.

The completed prequalification Documents together with a non-refundable application fee of Kshs.1,000/= should be submitted as one (1) original and two (2) copies in a plain sealed envelope(s) clearly marked:- "Prequalification for the Construction of Bishop Okullu Guest House and Conference Centre at Milimani area in Kisumu" and address to

The Property Manager
Inter-Diocesan Properties Ltd
Alpha House-Oginga Odinga Street
P O Box 2068-40100
KISUMU
0722-627944/057-2022195

And deposited in the Office of the Property Manager IDP Ltd at 1st Floor Alpha House Kisumu on or before 9th April 2009 at 2:00 pm.

Thereafter the tenders will be opened in the IDP Boardroom in the presence of those bidders who may choose to attend.

Pre-qualified Contractors will be informed within two weeks and will be required to collect the tender documents from the office of the undersigned upon payment of a non-refundable tender fee of Kshs. 6,000/= per document for Building and Civil Works and Kshs. 3,000 for specialized sub-contract works.

The Property Manager
Inter-Diocesan Properties Ltd
KISUMU

Industrial and Commercial Development Corporation (ICDC) Tender Notice

Tender for Supply and Implementation of an Integrated Financial and Loans Management Software

The Industrial and Commercial Development Corporation (ICDC) invites tenders for the supply and implementation of an Integrated Financial and Loans Management Software. The software should as a minimum contain the following modules;

• Loans Management module
• Financial Management Module
• Human Resources and Pay roll module
• Tenants Management module

A complete set of documents may be obtained by interested candidates from the Corporation's cash office upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Ksh 5,000.00 per set of tender document.

The fee shall be paid in cash at the cash office located on the 18th floor, Uchumi House, Agakhan walk, Nairobi.

Duly completed Tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked "Tender No. RFTSW/ICDC/202 /2009 and addressed to the under signed should be posted or be deposited in the Tender box on 18th Floor, Uchumi House Agakhan walk. So as to be received on or before 3.00pm on Wednesday 15th of April 2009.

The Executive Director
Industrial and Commercial Development Corporation (ICDC)
Uchumi House, 19th Floor, Agakhan Walk
P.o Box 45519-00100
Nairobi

The method of submission will be as prescribed in the RFP document. Technical bids will be opened immediately after the closing time in the presence of Tenderers' representatives who choose to attend.

Late applicants shall not be considered.

Tenderers or their representatives who wish to witness the opening are invited.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ministry Of Public Works Provincial Works Office Tender Notice

Tender No. WP ITEM NO.D11 EN/EBU/701 JOB NO. 6621B

The proposed completion works to 2 No. Blocks of 6 No. Units each type "E" flats and Doctors masionnet at Runyenjes sub-District Hospital.

The Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Public works invites Tenders for the proposed completion works.

The contractors bidding for these works must be registered with the Ministry of Public Works in the category "E" and above in the current register (Proof of registration required) can obtain tender documents from District procurement office Embu in person or against written application. A non-refundable fee of Kshs. 3000.00 to be paid in cash at the D.C cash office between 8.00. a. m. and 4.00 pm on normal working days or in bankers' cheques payable to Provincial Works Officer Embu.

Tenderers must submit a bid bond of Kshs. 200,000.00 from a reputable bank or approved insurance company.

Interested bidders should note that only those meeting the criteria indicated below as a minimum, supported by relevant document at submission will be considered for further evaluation.

1. Proof of Works of similar magnitude and complexity undertaken in the last five years.

2. Adequate equipment and Key Personnel for the specified types of Works.

3. Sound financial standing and adequate access to bank credit line.

4. Tax Compliance Certificate

Further, tenders from the following tenderers shall be treated as NON- RESPONSIVE and therefore subject to automatic disqualification.

i. A tender from a Tenderer whose on - going project (s) is/are behind schedule and without any approved extension of time.

ii. A tender from a Tenderer who has been served with a default notice on-going project (s)

Tenderers in plain sealed envelopes, marked Tender No. WP ITEM NO. Dll EN/EBU 701 JOB NO. 662IB on the right hand side corner and bearing no indication of the Tenderer should be addressed to: -

District Procurement Officer
Embu District
P. O. Box 3,
Embu

And placed in the tender box at D.C. Offices or sent by post so as to reach the above address not later than 17th April, 20O9 at 10.00 am.

Submitted bids will be opened publicly in the DC boardroom soon after the above stated closing date and time in the presence of Tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend. Late bids will be returned unopened.

District Procurement Officer Embu

The East African Community Invitation for Pre-Qualification of Various Consultancies

The East African Community
East Africa Trade And Transport Facilitation Project

Invitation for Pre-Qualification of Various Consultancies

This Invitation for pre-qualification follows the General Procurement Notice for this project that appeared in Development Business Issue No. 694 of 16th January 2007.

The East African Community (EAC) has received a grant from the African Development Fund (African Development Bank Group) towards the costs of regional activities under the East Africa Trade and Transport Facilitation Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds of the grant for eligible payments under the contract for the following consultancy services:

1. DEVELOPMENT OF AN EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY CUSTOMS COMMUNICATION AND AWARENESS STRATEGY
2. DESIGN OF EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY CUSTOMS MONITORING AND EVALUATION SYSTEM

1. DEVELOPMENT OF EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY CUSTOMS COMMUNICATION AND AWARENESS STRATEGY

The objective of this consultancy is to develop an East African Community Customs Communication and awareness strategy and to contact an awareness of the East African Customs Union to;

(i) increase the visibility, profile, knowledge and effectiveness of the EAC Customs Union in the integration process of the EAC.

(ii) develop a mechanism for constructive dialogue between stakeholders, promote active public debate and analysis of the Customs Union and related issues, thereby providing an effective means of feedback to policymakers in respect to the understanding and effect of the Customs Union on the citizenry and economies of the EAC.

(iii) highlight the roles played by Governments, the private sector, development partners and other stakeholders in the implementation of the EAC Customs Union,

(iv) Sensitise and disseminate information on Customs Union and its benefit to Stakeholders

(v) Map out a sustainable communication strategy for customs union

The EAC intends to pre-qualify consulting firms for the provision of the required services.

Pre-qualification is open to firms and voluntarily formed joint ventures from eligible source countries, in accordance with the African Development Bank Rules of Procedure for the Use of Consultants.

Minimum requirements for qualification are set forth in the pre-qualification document.

Eligible applicants may download the pre-qualification document titled "Prequalification Document East African Community Customs Communication and awareness Strategy" from the EAC website at www.eac.int. under the link"tender"

2. EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY CUSTOMS MONITORING AND EVALUATION

The overall objective of the consultancy is to design an M&E system that will enable the Secretariat and stakeholders to identify areas requiring strategic interventions and to monitor implementation of the Customs Union. It is expected that the results of the consultancy shall lead to:

a) Identification of areas for improvement and strengthening in the course of implementing the Customs Union

b) Development of instruments for continuous assessment of customs Union implementation

c) More effective and efficient implementation of the Customs Union.

d) Development of a Legal and institutional framework for consolidation of the Customs Union and the creation of a single customs territory.

The EAC intends to pre-qualify consulting firms for the provision of the required services. Pre-qualification is open to firms and voluntarily formed joint ventures from eligible source countries, in accordance with the African Development Bank Rules of Procedure for the Use of Consultants.

Minimum requirements for qualification are set forth in the pre-qualification document. Eligible applicants may download the pre-qualification document titled "Prequalification Document for East African Community Customs monitoring and evaluation mechanism"
from the EAC website at www.eac.int. under the link "Tender"

Submissions of applications for Pre-qualification must be received in sealed envelopes delivered by hand or registered mail at the address below not later than 18th May 2009. The envelopes shall be clearly marked as application to the respective consultancy. Applicants will be advised in due course of the result of their applications.

Only firms and joint ventures pre-qualified under this procedure will be invited to submit proposals.

The applications for pre-qualification should be addressed accompanied with a non-refundable fee of USD 50 in Banker's Cheque. The Cheque should be drawn to East African Community Secretariat and the bid should be addressed to:

The Secretary Tender Committee,
East African Community,
5th Floor, AICC Building,
P.O. Box 1096, Arusha, Tanzania.

Telegraphic, fax, and e-mail submissions will not be accepted.

To download the Request for Proposal Document you can visit EAC Website www.eac.int - link "Tender" or contact us on +255 27 250 4253/8 or through e-mail: eac@eachq.org. Any changes or modifications will be communicated on the Website

Consultancy Services for Development of Rules & Regulations for the Coconut Industry

Ministry Of Agriculture Kenya

Coconut Development Authority
Request for Expression of Interest

Consultancy Services for Development of Rules & Regulations for the Coconut Industry

The Kenya Coconut Development Authority [KCDA] is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture with a mandate to regulate the coconut industry through registration and application of rules as may be made by the Ministry from time to time and also provide advisory services on coconut matters to the government and the industry for planning purposes.

The primary function of the Authority is to regulate the coconut industry in order to create a conducive environment for the industry's development and growth
Currently there are no organized rules and regulations ( code of practice) in the industry.

Many of the operators are ad hoc or follow certain traditional ways which seem to be fairly subsistence. New technologies introduced/ developed have no proper system of being disseminated or incorporated into property laws.

The Authority intends to undertake consultancy services-for development of a code of practice that will outline the rules and regulations for production, processing, and marketing of coconut products and by-products within the coconut industry thereby enabling the sub-sector operators to be regulated fairly, resulting in quality products and services to consumers and producers.

Objectives and scope of work

The objectives of the consultancy will be:-

a. To undertake comprehensive development of rules and regulations that will govern the production, processing and marketing of coconut and coconut based products;

b. To document all the rules and regulations;

c. To hold stakeholders forums to present the rules and regulations( code of practice ) for deliberations and consensus;

d. To present the code of practice to KCDA.

The Kenya Coconut Development Authority [KCDA] invites eligible firms/consortiums to indicate their interest in providing the above services:

Consultancy Services For Development Of Rules & Regulations For The Coconut Industry Tender No. KCDA/ COCONUT INDUSTRY RULES AND REGULATIONS EOI / 002/2008-09

Prospective firms/consortiums must meet the following criteria, amongst others.

1. Demonstrate ability and capacity to undertake the stated assignments competently and in timely fashion

2. Demonstrate successful completion of similar assignments or those of comparable scale and magnitude over the last five years either locally or internationally

3. Should have at least two experts with masters degree in agricultural related field who have attained no less than 5 years experience in the same field

4. Attach Tax Compliance Certificate

5. Attach VAT certificate

6. Attach Certificate of Incorporation

A request for Proposal document will later be issued to the short-listed firms/consortiums

Expression of interest documents should be submitted in a plain sealed envelope clearly marked with the respective Tender No. and submitted to the tender box situated on 6th floor of Social Security House along Nkurumah Road or addressed to:

The Managing Director,
Kenya Coconut Development Authority
PO Box 84351 -80100
MOMBASA

Tel. 041-2319617

So as to reach him Qn or before 7th April 2009 at 1100 hrs (East African standard time)
Bulky documents that cannot fit in the tender box can physically be delivered to the Procurement Office situated on 6th floor and clearly indicated on the envelope, "do not open before 7th April 2009".

Interested consultant firms may obtain further information at the address above during working hours from 0800 to 1700 hours local time from Monday to Friday except during lunchtime from 1300 to 1400 hours and public holidays.

The submitted expressions of interest will be opened in the conference room in Social Security House 6th Floor immediately after closing date and time in the presence of the tenderers/representatives who choose to attend.

The Managing Director,
Kenya Coconut Development Authority

City Education Department Re-Tender For Supply of Office & School Furniture

City Council of Nairobi

City Education Department

Re-Tender For Supply of Office & School Furniture

Primary Education in Poor Urban Areas of Nairobi

Suppliers of Office & School Furniture are invited to supply office and school furniture for the following tasks to be funded by the German Kenyan Financial Cooperation. (Contract No: CCN/EDU/KPEP/T092/08-09)

Both National and International Suppliers of Office & School Furniture are
invited.

Interested eligible applicants can obtain the tender documents from the P.I.U office, CITY COUNCIL OF NAIROBI, CITY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, CITYHALL ANNEX / 12th floor, P.O BOX 30298, NAIROBI upon proof of payment of a non-refundable fee of KSh. 1,000 (one thousand only).

The completed bidding documents should be returned to the following latest I2°°hrs local time on the 16th of April 2009. Opening of the same will take place immediately thereafter in the PIU board room 12th floor City Hall Annexe. Applicants or their representative are free to attend.

Any enquiries shall be sent to the following address:

The P.I.U (Project Implement. Unit)
CITY COUNCIL OF NAIROBI
CITY EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
CITYHALL ANNEX / 12th floor
P.O BOX 30298 / NAIROBI

or

The International Consultant
Lippsmeier+Partner Architects
P.O. Box 1227-00606 / Nairobi
Tel.: 0735- 98 94 98

The City Council of Nairobi reserves the right to reject any or all applications without giving reasons for doing so.

G.C.K Katsoleh for:
THE TOWN CLERK

Proposed Erection and Completion of District Information and Documentation Centre - Butere

Republic Of Kenya
Office of the President

Ministry Of State for Planning, National Development and Vision 2030
Invitation to Tender

Proposed Erection and Completion of District Information and Documentation Centre - Butere

Tender No: BTR/DTC/DDO/2172008-09

Interested bidders must meet the following minimum criteria, which should be demonstrated by producing evidence at the time of bid submission.

a) Be registered with the Ministry of Roads and Public Works as building contractors in category "F" and above.

b) Show proof of works of similar magnitude undertaken in the last five (5) years.

c) Proof of sound financial standing and adequate access to bank credit line.

d) Bid bonds must be in the form of a bank guarantee from a reputable commercial bank of Kshs. 200,0007= (Two Hundred Thousand) and must remain valid for a period of 150 days from the tender opening date.

e) Proof of tax compliance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).

Prospective bidders should arrange on their own, to visit the site before tendering and view the drawings at the district Works Officer's office, Butere.

Tender documents may be collected from the District Procurement Office, Butere during normal working hours upon payment of a non - refundable fee of Kshs. 3,000/=, either in cash Or bankers cheque..

The bids in plain sealed envelopes bearing the names of the tender and tender number but with no indication of the tenderers names should be addressed to:

District Commissioner
P.O.Box 50,
BUTERE

All bids should be deposited in the TENDER BOX situated at the main entrance to the District Commissioner's office so as to reach him not later than Friday 17th April 2009 at 12 noon. Late bids will be returned unopened.

Tender opening will be done soon after the above stated closing time in the presence of tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend.

Quoted prices must remain valid for a period of 120 days from the opening date of this tender.

The Government reserves the right to accept or reject any tender without giving reasons for acceptance or rejection and does not bind itself to the lowest or any tender.

MORANG'A D. GESUKA (MCIPS)
FOR: DISTRICT COMMISSIONER BUTERE DISTRICT.

Kenya Sugar Board Tender Notice

Kenya Sugar Board invites Tenders from eligible candidates for the below mentioned tenders

TENDER NO. KSB/T/09/1: Supply Of A Comprehensive Statistical Software

TENDER NO. KSB/T/09/2: Supply Of A Credit Processing And Management System

TENDER NO. KSB/T/09/3: Undertake Job Evaluation For Sugar Factories And Outgrower Institutions

TENDER NO. KSB/T/09/4: Undertake An Internal And External Customer Satisfaction And Corruption Evaluation Surveys

Interested eligible candidates may obtain further information and inspect the tender documents at the Kenya Sugar Board.

Firms interested in being considered should collect the documents upon payment of a non- refundable fee of Kshs. 2000.00 per Tender from the office of the Purchasing Officer, Kenya Sugar Board Headquarters, Sukari Plaza, Upper Kabete off Waiyaki Way during office working hours i.e. Monday to Friday between 8.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m.

Payment may be made by cash or bankers cheque payable to Kenya Sugar Board. Duly completed Tender documents in plain sealed envelope clearly marked with the respective tender number and addressed to:-

The Chief Executive Officer,
Kenya Sugar Board,
Sukari Plaza, Building, Off Waiyaki Way,
P.O. Box 51500- 00200,
NAIROBI

should be posted or deposited in the Tender box situated at the reception of Kenya Sugar Board Headquarters so as to be received on or before 21st April, 2009 at 11.00 a.m. Local Time.

Bulky Proposal documents which cannot go through the slot of the tender box should be delivered to the office of the Purchasing Officer, Ground Floor before the above stipulated time. Late Proposals will be rejected.

Tenders will be opened at 11.30 a.m. Local Time on 21st April, 2009 in the KSB Boardroom in the presence of candidates/representatives who wish to attend.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Public Service Club Tender Invitation Notice

Public Service Club is a private members' Club situated along Mara road in the upper hill area next to Kenyatta National Hospital.

The Executive Committee is in the process of reviewing the club's suppliers of goods and services for the year 2009 on the following categories

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Category: Wines, Spirits & Juices

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Category: Poultry & products

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Category: Meat & products

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Category: Fish & products

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Category: Vegetables & Fruits

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Category: Security Services

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Category: Office stationary (Printing & Stationary)

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Category: Gas supply

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Category: Charcoal supply

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Category: Swimming Pool Chemicals

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Category: Laundry services

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Category: Beers supply

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Category: Sodas supply

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Category: Cleaning Detergents

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Category: Staff Uniforms supply

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Category: Dry Goods

Tender documents complete with detailed specifications may be obtained from the Club Accountant's office upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 2500/= payable in cash or bankers cheque

Complete Tender documents in plain sealed envelopes marked with reference and category should be addressed to:

The Manager/Secretary
Public Service Club
P.O. Box 41185-00200
Nairobi

And deposited in the Tender Box at the Main Club House Lounge, not later than 7th of April 2009 at Midday.

The club reserves the right to award any tenders in full or in part and is not bound to accept the lowest or any tender or give reasons thereof

FREDRICK MUSEMBI
MANAGER/SECREFARY

National Housing Corporation (NHC) Invitation to Tender

National Housing Corporation (NHC) is a State Corporation established under the Housing Act (Cap 117) Laws of Kenya. The Corporation invites tenders from interested firms for procurement of the following:

Tender No: NHC/SEC/01 0/2009
Description of Services: Provision of Security Services
Closing Date: 15th April 2009

Tender No: NHC/GCC/01 1/2009
Description of Services: Provision of Garbage Collection Services
Closing Date: 15th April 2009

Tender No: NHC/SURVEY/01 2/2009
Description of Services: Supply of Survey Total Station and Training
Closing Date: 15th April 2009

Tender No: NHC/SMS/01 3/2009
Description of Services: Development, Installation and Commissioning of SMS Gateway Interface Solution
Closing Date: 15th April 2009

Tender documents detailing the requirements are available from the Procurement Office 11th floor - NHC House upon payment of non- refundable fee of KSHS 3,000 per set of documents, evidenced by an official receipt. Payments shall be made in bankers cheque in the Payment section on Ground floor, NHC House, anytime between 08.00am and 03.30 pm on week days.

Complete Tender documents in a plain sealed envelope and clearly marked with the "Tender No and Tender Description should be addressed to:

The Managing Director
National Housing Corporation
P O BOX 30257-00100
Nairobi.

And be deposited in the Tender Box located on the 7th Floor, NHC House on or before the tender closing date shown above at 11.00 am. Any bid received after 11.00am will be returned un-opened.

All Tenders be opened immediately in the conference room 10th floor- NHC House, in the presence of bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.

The Corporation reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal either in whole or in part and is under no obligation to give reasons thereof.

Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports Tender Notice

Tender No.NYS/T/10/2008-2009 For Sale Of Boarded Motor Vehicles, Plants, Equipment and Unserviceable Stores

The National Youth Service invites bids for sale of Government Motor Vehicles, plants, Equipment, unserviceable office Equipment, Tyres and Miscellaneous stores.

A Complete Tender document containing details of Motor Vehicles, Plants, Equipment and Miscellaneous stores together with general conditions of tendering may be obtained during working hours at procurement office Mechanical and Transport Branch Offices Ruaraka, opposite Utalii Hotel by interested bidders upon payment of Non refundable fee of Kshs. 3,000/ = per bid document, in cash or bankers cheque payable to the Director National Youth Service at the cash Office located on ground floor Administration Block Mechanical and Transport Branch.

A refundable deposit of Kshs. 3,000/= per vehicle and plant and 500/= per lot for other stores will be required and it will form part of the payment for successful bidders. Successful bidders will be required to pay for and collect their items within 14 days from the date of the award.

All items will be sold on "AS-IS- WHERE - BASIS"

Motor Vehicle /Plants and other unserviceable stores may be viewed with prior arrangement with Unit Commanding Officers/Officer-ln-Charge during normal working hours from Monday to Friday during the Tendering Period.

NB: Tenderer's are encouraged to view the Vehicles/Items on sale before Tendering. Complete Tender documents enclosed in plain sealed envelope and clearly marked Tender No. be deposited in Tender Box located at the main entrance, of Mechanical and Transport Branch Administration Block at Ruaraka opposite Utalii Hotel or be addressed to;

The Director,
National Youth Service,
P.O. Box 59432, 00200,
NAIROBI.

So as to reach him on or before 16th April, 2009 at 10.00 am. Tenders will be opened immediately there after in the presence of bidders or their duly authorized representatives/ who may choose to attend at Mechanical and Transport Branch Board room.

E.N. Masaku
FOR: DIRECTOR NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE.

Health Unlimited Tender Notice

Health Unlimited invites bids from qualified bidders for the supply of various medical equipment/ materials and consumables.

Interested firms may access and download the detailed specifications by going to www.healthunlimited.or.ke.

Prices quoted must be net inclusive of all government taxes and duties and remain valid for the whole contract period. Insurance will be affected by the seller and reimbursed at cost.

The supplier is required to provide the buyer both a certificate of insurance and the invoice for the insurance provided. Alternatives to the requested specifications may be considered.

The completed tenders must be submitted in plain sealed envelope marked with tender No., description and can be hand delivered to:

The Secretary,
Health Unlimited Tender Committee,
Health Unlimited,
Wendy Court, Westlands Avenue off David Osieli,
Nairobi, Kenya by 12.00 PM on or before 3rd April 2009

Health Unlimited reserves the right to accept or reject a tender in whole or in part and is not bound to give reasons whatsoever for its decisions. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Expression of Interest (EOI) For Civil Society Capacity Development and Training Consultancy

WWF-the global conservation organization, Eastern Africa Regional Programme Office (WWF-EARPO) is currently implementing a project to strengthen the capacity of environmental civil society organisations (CSOs) and networks in Kenya.

The capacity strengthening project will help CSOs to effectively engage in environmental policy advocacy and influence for sustainable conservation.

The project is funded by the Environmental Movements in the South (EMiS) through WWF-Norway.

WWF-EARPO is inviting Expressions of Interest (Eol) for consultancy services to train and mentor target environmental civil society organisations in Kenya within the next one year.

The scope of work includes but is not limited to training and mentoring in: natural resources management and governance; policy analysis, advocacy and lobbying; governance and leadership; strategic planning; organisational change management; project management; communication and networking. This delivery will be made and guided by a prepared training curriculum and manual.

This EoI seeks to short list competent firms or individuals for engagement in specific areas of expertise on a need basis. The applicant should demonstrate understanding of the scope of work, knowledge, skills and experience, providing documentary evidence of having effectively delivered similar services elsewhere.

Interested and eligible firms or individuals should submit: a letter of application; capability statement and supporting documentation; organisational profile; and a summary of the key professionals to perform the task(s). This application should not include any price quotation at this stage.

Specific Terms of Reference (ToRs) will be available for every assignment that may be procured by WWF-EARPO at any time.

WWF-EARPO is not bound in any way by this Eol to engage any of the interested applicants. All Expressions of Interest should be sent by email to JKiplagat@wwfearpo.org not later than 13th April 2009.

Youth Enterprise Development Fund Expressions of Interest for the Provision of Business Development Services

The Youth Enterprise Development Fund Board was established as a State Corporation on 11th May 2007 to address the Economic Empowerment of the youth through Enterprise Development and Strategic Partnerships.

Some of the key mandates of the Fund's Board include:

• To provide Business Development Services to youth enterprises at the constituency level
• Support Youth enterprises to develop linkages with large enterprises
  
• To facilitate marketing of products and services for youth enterprises locally and internationally.

The above initiatives are in line with the Board's mission of increasing economic opportunities for, and participation by Kenyan youth in their self empowerment.

In order to achieve its objectives, the Board wishes to invite expressions of Interests from organizations and/or individual consultants that meet the following qualifications;

• Demonstrable Entrepreneurial Experience: Ability to disseminate entrepreneurial concepts from a practical point of view. This will call for a comprehensive understanding of today's business environment, and the factors affecting business performance across sectors,
  
• Exposure to and participation in economic development programs among the Youth in Kenya especially in partnership with government agencies
  
• Ability to identify new and develop existing business and market opportunities with a high potential to increase the rate of employment among the Kenya Youth
• Ability to initiate and sustain strategic partnerships while implementing programs
  
• Exposure and appreciation of quality control and value addition as key components of production across sectors - in order to increase the competitiveness of the goods and services produced by the Youth owned enterprises
• Integration and Development of ICT in the provision of Business Development Services aimed at increasing efficiency and profitability among the Youth owned enterprises,
  
• Result oriented service providers with proven ability to provide a range of business development services

In addition:

• The provider must be a reputable Kenyan organization/consultants with valid identification and relevant compliance documents
• Must enclose their profile clearly indicating services offered and area(s) of specialization if any, with emphasis on the relevant experience obtained to date.
• List of clients served, including their contact details as per the format hereunder
  

Client Name
Nature of services offered
Clients Contacts

• All applicants must indicate the geographical areas covered

Interested organizations/individual consultants should submit their applications in plain sealed envelopes clearly labeled "expression of interest for provision of business development services" and addressed to:

The Chief Executive Officer,
Youth Enterprise Development Fund Board,
8th Floor, National Bank Building, Harambee Avenue,
P.O. Box 48610-00100,
NAIROBI.

So as to reach the board not later than 03rd April 2009.

Invitation to Bid (ITB) Procurement Notice Provision of Shuttle Services: UNDP Somalia

The United Nations Development Programme in Somalia (UNDP Somalia) Bids from qualified and suitably experienced Companies who have the capacity to carry out and provide shuttle/transport services listed below:

Item: Lot 1
Description: 5 (five) 19-seater minibuses with drivers available from 5:00am to 9:00am and from 4:30pm to 8:00pm from Mondays through Thursday and from 5:00am to 9:00am and from 1: 00pm to 5:00pm on Fridays.

Item: Lot 2
Description: Car rental (4x4, saloon and bus services)

Item: Lot 3
Description: Ambulance per day (6.00am to 6.00pm)

Item: Lot 4
Description: Taxi services to various destinations

Interested bidders may obtain further information in the following link:-
http://www.so.undp.org/index.php/Download-document/65-Provision-of-shuttle-service-for-UNDP-Somalia-office-Nairobi-Kenya.html

The response document for each of the above adverts must be received in a sealed envelope no later than the deadline dates indicated on the documents clearly indicating advert responded to and addressed to:

UNDPSO/ITB/09-008/LTA/Shuttle Services

Deputy Country Director (Operations)
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Somalia
Springette, Off Lower Kabete Road
Spring Valley P.O Box 28832, 00200, Nairobi, Kenya

To be submitted at UNDP Somalia. Registry Office in Nairobi/ Kenya Only

Documents sent by e-mail or facsimile will not be accepted.

Please note that this advert is not to be construed in any way as an offer to contract with your firm. Furthermore, UNDP reserves the right to reject part or all of the proposals.

Tearfund South Sudan Programme Invitation for Prequalification of Suppliers

Tearfund South Sudan Programme (herein referred to as Tearfund) is currently updating its register of Suppliers for various goods and services for the period April 2009 to March 2010.

Interested suppliers are invited to apply for prequalification, indicating the category of goods and services they wish to supply. Existing suppliers who wish to be retained must also apply and submit up-to-date information requested in the prequalification document.

CATEGORY A; SUPPLY OF GOODS AND EQUIPMENT APR 2009 - MAR 2010

REF NO: TSSUD/005/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply of Various Staff Foodstuffs

REF NO: TSSUD/006/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply of Various Fuels; Petrol, Diesel, Kerosene & other Lubricants.

REF NO: TSSUD/007/2009-201 0
DESCRIPTION: Supply of Building Materials/Hardware and Electrical Items

REF NO: TSS U D/008/2009-201 0
DESCRIPTION: Supply of Farm Tools; Ox-ploughs, Jembes (Hoes) etc

REF NO: TSSUD/009/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply of WASH Materials

REF NO: TSSUD/01 0/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply of Plain General Stationery / Printed Stationery

REF NO: TSSUD/011/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Supply of Vehicles (Landcruisers) Spare parts, Tyres, Tubes, Batteries etc.

CATEGORY B: PROVISION OF SERVICES APR 2009 - MAR 2010

REF NO: TSSUD/003/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Long Distance Specialised Cargo Trucking Services

REF NO: TSSUD/004/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Taxi and Shuttle Services in Nairobi and Environs

REF NO: TSSUD/01 2/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Guest House Accommodation Services to Tearfund Staff and Visitors in Nairobi.

REF NO: TSSUD/01 3/2009-2010
DESCRIPTION: Provision of Health Insurance/ Group Personal Accident Cover/ Group Life Cover/ Employers Liability and WIBA

The following documents are mandatory and must be submitted:

• Certificate of Incorporation/ Registration
• A copy of valid KRA or GOSS Tax Compliance Certificate
• Letter of recommendation from five (5) of your major clients
• Certificate from affiliated bodies where applicable

Prequalification documents with detailed information can be obtained from the Procurement Office, 1st Floor, Jumuia Place, Lenana Road, NAIROBI - KENYA.
Completed prequalification documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked "Prequalification of Suppliers April 2009 - March 2010: (Category and Ref NO) should be deposited in the tender box in Tearfund Office, 1st Floor, Jumuia place, Lenana Road, Nairobi, or posted to

The Procurement Officer
Tearfund South Sudan Programme
P.O. Box76184
00508, Nairobi

OR

Area Logistics Officer
Tearfund South Sudan Programme - Hai Jerusalem
P.O Box 94 JUBA-SOUTH SUDAN.

The closing date for applications is 26th March 2009. Any application received after 1 P.M. will be returned un-opened.

Tearfund reserves the right to accept or reject the applicants either in whole or in part and is under no obligation to give reasons thereof.

East African Portland Cement Company Limited Expression of Interest

East African Portland Cement is seeking Expressions of Interest from qualified and competent consultancy firms to conduct security risk assessment for the organisation under the following terms:

• Develop a security strategy covering pre-crime and post crime
• Risk and Threat Assessment
• Develop a comprehensive security policy
• Develop an Implementation Plan including appropriate management and operational structure
• Put in place necessary measures e.g regular security audits and inspections
• Propose BCP Measures

Interested firms should:

• Demonstrate the requisite experience
• Have in-house qualified security consultants
• Show evidence of local incorporation
• Be tax and VAT compliant
• Provide detailed technical proposals of how they intend to carry out the assignment
• Provide proof of having undertaken similar consultancy services
• Undertake the work within the shortest timeframe in case they qualify.

EAPCC therefore invites Expression of Interest from reputable professional firms with capacity to offer the above services.

The Expressions of Interest shall be enclosed in plain sealed envelope, clearly parked EAPCC/SECURITY RISK ASSESSMENT/009, which should be addressed to:

THE MANAGING DIRECTOR
EAST AFRICAN PORTLAND CEMENT COMPANY LTD
P.O. BOX 20 -00204
Athi-River - KENYA.

Should be deposited in the Tender Box in the reception area of East African Portland Cement Company Headquarters Main Building, at Athi River off Namanga Road, so as to reach on or before the deadline, Friday, 27th March 2009 at 11.00 a.m. local time.

MANAGING DIRECTOR.

East African Portland Cement Co, Ltd Invitation to Tender

The East African Portland Cement Company Limited invites sealed Tenders from interested and eligible firms for the following items:-

Tender No: EAPCC/002/2009
Description: SUPPLY CLINKER
Nature: INTERNATIONAL TENDER
Tender Document Fee (Kshs): 5,000/=
Bid Bond Fee: USD 200,000
Closing Date: 6th APRIL 2009 1 1 .00 A.M

Tender No: EAPCC/003/2009
Description:PROCUREMENT OF CLEARING, OFFLOADING & TRANSPORTATION OF CLINKER TO ATHI RIVER
Nature: LOCAL
Tender Document Fee (Kshs): 5,000/=
Bid Bond Fee: KSHS.200,000
Closing Date: 6th APRIL 2009 11.00A.M

Tender No: EAPCC/004/2009
Description: CIVIL/STRUCTURAL WORKS AND EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION FOR THE NEW COAL GRINDING AND DOSING FACILITY
Nature: INTERNATIONAL
Tender Document Fee (Kshs): 5,000/=
Bid Bond Fee: USD 50,000
Closing Date: 6th APRIL 2009 1 1 .00 A.M

Tender No: EAPCC/006/2009
Description: REPLACEMENT OF TWINCYCLONE ONE AND GAS CONDITIONING TOWER SHEEL REPAIRS
Nature: LOCAL (REPEAT)
Tender Document Fee (Kshs): 3,000/=
Bid Bond Fee: KSHS. 100,000
Closing Date: 6th APRIL 2009 11.00A.M

Tender No: EAPCC/007/2009
Description: PROVISION OF WALL BRANDING SERVICES (500,000 SQ.FT-COUNTRYWIDE)
Nature: LOCAL
Tender Document Fee (Kshs): 5,000/=
Bid Bond Fee: KSHS.300,000
Closing Date: MONDAY 20th APRIL 2009 11.00A.M

Tender No: EAPCC/008/2009
Description: DUMP TRUCKS & WHEELLOADER
Nature: LOCAL
Tender Document Fee (Kshs): 5,000/=
Bid Bond Fee: KSHS.3 MILLION
Closing Date: MONDAY 20th APRIL 2009 1 1 .00 A.M

Tender document may be obtained from:

THE SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER'S OFFICE,
EAST AFRICAN PORTLAND CEMENT COMPANY LTD,
P.O. BOX 20-00204, ATHI RIVER.
EMAIL: info @ eapcc.co.ke

Upon payment of nonrefundable tender fee of Kshs 5,000 where applicable, paid in cash or by a banker's cheque payable to East African Portland Cement Co. Ltd.

Completed Tender documents enclosed in plain, sealed envelopes, clearly marked Tender number

• EAPCC/CLINKER/002/2009,
  
• EAPCC/CLEARING, OFFLOADING & TRANSPORT OF CLINKER/003/2009,
  
• EAPCC/COAL-EPC/004/2009,
  
• EAPCC/ CCT/006/2009, EAPCC/BRANDINC/007/2009, and
  
• EAPCC/DUMP TRUCKS/008/2009 should be addressed and sent to:

THE MANAGING DIRECTOR
EAST AFRICAN PORTLAND CEMENT COMPANY LTD
RO. BOX 20-00204,
ATHI RIVER - KENYA.


or be deposited in the Tender Box in the reception Area of East African Portland Cement Company Headquarters Main Building, at Athi River off Namanga Road, so as to reach on or before Monday 6th April 2009 and Monday 20th April at 11.00 { A.M local time respectively.

Tenderers are required to submit together with the Tender, a Bid Bond issued by a reputable local or international bank or S insurance firms approved by Public Procurement Oversight Authority (PPOA).

Tenders and bid Bonds should remain valid for 1 90 days from the closing date of the Tender. Tenderers or their representatives are free to attend the tender opening at the East African Portland Cement Company Limited Head Office, in the Conference Room immediately after closing at 11.00 A.M on the closing date of the Tenders, i.e. on or before Monday 6th April 2009 and Monday 20th April at -I 11.00 A.M local time respectively

MANAGING DIRECTOR

East African Portland Cement Co. Ltd

www.eastafricanportland.com

National Social Security Fund Tenders Notice

The National Social Security Fund invites sealed tenders from eligible and competent suppliers/contractors for provision of services/works as specified in the tenders below:

Tender no: NSSF Tender No. 17/2008-2009
Tender Description: Provision of Insurance Brokerage Services for the Year 2009-2010
Cost of tender Document (Ksh) Non - refundable:5,000.00
Closing Date and time:15th April, 2009 at 11.00 a.m. local time.

Tender no: NSSF Tender No. 18/2008-2009
Tender Description: Provision of Staff Tea Services
Cost of tender Document (Ksh) Non - refundable:3,000.00
Closing Date and time:16th April, 2009 at 11.00 a.m. local time

Tender no: NSSF Tender No. 19/2008-2009
Tender Description: Proposed External Repairs and Paint work to Hazina Trade Centre Nairobi.
Cost of tender Document (Ksh) Non - refundable:3,000.00
Closing Date and time:17th April, 2009 at 11.00 a.m. local time

Tender documents detailing the requirements may be obtained from Procurement Office, 9th floor, room 905, block 'A', Western Wing, Social Security House, along Bishops Road, Nairobi, upon payment of the specified non-refundable fee for each tender, payable to National Social Security Fund by cash or Bankers cheque at the cash office, Podium floor, Room P006, Western Wing, Block 'A: Social Security House, Nairobi.

Tender documents shall be accompanied by the Mandatory (statutory) requirements as detailed in the respective tender documents for preliminary evaluation.

Interested Bidders are therefore advised to inspect the tender documents and acquaint themselves with the stated mandatory requirements before purchase of the same.

Completed tender documents should be submitted in a sealed outer envelope, enclosing separately sealed envelopes (in Original and Copy), clearly marked "Tender No. and Tender Description as per tender instructions, and addressed to:

The Managing Trustee
National Social Security Fund
PO Box 30599-00100
NAIROBI.

The same should be deposited in the Tender Box on the 2nd floor, at the Reception Area, Block 'A' Western Wing, Social Security House, Nairobi so as to be received not later than the date and time stated against each tender.

The tenders shall be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of Bidders' representatives who choose to attend on the respective dates and time at the seminar room on 11th floor.

The Fund reserves the right to accept or reject any bid either in part or in whole and does not bind itself to accept the lowest bid or give reasons for its decision.

Korogocho Slum Upgrading Programme Tender Notice

Office of the Deputy Prime Minister
and Ministry Of Local Government

Korogocho Slum Upgrading Programme
Tender Notice

PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF 4 NO. ROADS AT KOROGOCHO ESTATE
Tender No. MOLG/CCN/HDD/002/08-09

1. The Government of the Republic of Kenya through funding from the Kenya Italy Debt for Development Programme (KIDDP) intends to undertake construction of 4 No. Roads. (Road A 1.64km Road B 0.9km Road C 0.75km Road D 0.34km total length 3.63 km approx.)

2. The Ministry of Local Government invites contractors registered with the Ministry of Roads and Public Works, category E for both Civil and Building works to bid for the above works. The scope of the work shall include but not limited to:-

i. Construction of 4 No. Roads as detailed in the Bill of quantities.

Other Qualification criteria

• Will have done similar works over the last 3years indicating the contract sums
• Have adequate and proper equipment for these works
• Have trained key personnel for these types of works including their CVs
• Single Business Permit
• Certificate of Incorporation
• Tax compliance certificate
• Current contract commitments and expected dates of completion

3. Tender documents, with specifications, Bills of Quantities and conditions of contract, can be collected from the Programme Co-ordinator, Cianda House 'A' 7th Floor Room 707 (along Koinange Street) upon payment of a Non- Refundable fee of Ksh 5,000 cash, payable to: The Korogocho Slum Upgrading Programme, Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Ministry of Local Government. Payments should be made at the cash office on Seventh (7th) Floor Cianda House Room 720. Bid Documents will be issued on production of payment receipt. Interested bidders may obtain further information at that time.

4. Potential bidders are advised to arrange to visit the site of works before quoting. NB: those who wish to view the drawings may do so at (HOUSING DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, DANDORA (CITY COUNCIL OF NAIROBI) AT THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR TECHNICAL OR URBAN DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OFFICES CIANDA HOUSE 7™ FLOOR ROOM 707 DURING NORMAL WORKING HOURS.)

5. The bids, one original and one copy, in plain sealed envelopes bearing the name of the tender and number but without indication of Tenderer's name should be addressed to:-

The Programme Co-ordinator Korogocho Slum Upgrading Programme
Office of the Deputy Prime Minister and Ministry of Local Government
P.O. BOX 30004-00100 NAIROBI

6. All bids shall be placed into Tender Box situated at the Main Entrance of 10th Floor - Cianda House, Koinange Street not later than Friday 17th April 2009 at 10:00Hrs.

7. Submitted bids will be opened in the Conference room Cianda House 10th Floor on Friday 17th April 2009 soon after the closing date and time, in the presence of Tenderer's who may wish to attend . All bids shall be valid for a period of 120 days after Bid opening

8. The bid MUST be accompanied by a Bid Security (Bank Guarantee) of 0.5% of the Bid Sum in a free convertible currency.

9. Late Bids will be rejected and returned unopened. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. NOTE: This is a community project intended to improve the lives of the Korogocho slum dwellers.

10. The Client reserves the right to reject or accept any bid in whole or part and is not bound to give reasons for the decisions.

E. Onyango
Programme Co-ordinator
FOR PERMANENT SECRETARY

Teachers Co-Operative Savings Credit Society Ltd. Tender for Connectivity

Tenders are invited for linkage between Kericho, Bomet and Bureti. The linkage is supposed to transmit information online and be secure.

It should be able to reach the undersigned though post or be placed on our tender Box at Kericho HQS not later than 15/3/009 and attach a bankers, cheque of 2000/=.

The Quotation should be in writing and also provide how you will do the exercise.

The same should be send in sealed envelope, Addressed to

The Chief Executive officer
P.O. Box 682
Kericho

Note that the Tender Committee is not bound to take the lowest or the highest bidder with co-op regards.

Construction of District Commissioner's Offices at Hola Tender Notice

Office of the President
District Commissioner
Tana River District

Tender Invitation Notice

Tenders are invited for the following works:

1. Construction of District Commissioner's Offices at Hola.

Interested Contractors who must be registered with the Ministry of Public Works in Category 'G' and above may obtain the tender documents from the District Procurement Officer, Hola in person or against a written application. A non-refundable fee of Ksh.2,000.00 is to be paid in cash at the District Treasury, Hola before 4.00pm on normal working days or in banker's cheque payable to the District Commissioner, Tana River.

Interested bidders should note that only those meeting the criteria indicated below as a minimum, supported by relevant documents at submission will be considered for further evaluation.

1) Proof of works of similar magnitude and complexity undertaken in the last Three years.

2) Attach Bid Security of Ksh. 100,000.00 in form of Bank Guarantee from a reputable bank.

3) Adequate equipment and key personnel for the specified types of works.

4) Confidential Business Questionnaire.

5) Copy of PIN Certificate.

Tenders in plain sealed envelopes, marked tender number on the right hand side comer and bearing no indication of the tenderer should be address to :

DISTRICT COMMISSIONER,
P.O. BOX 1-70101,
HOLA.

Or be placed at the tender box at the DistricI Commissioner's Offices entrance or sent by post so as to reach the above address not later than 9/4/09.

Submitted bids will be opened publicly immediately after the specified closing time and date.

The Government reserves the right to reject any tender without giving reasons for the rejection and does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any tender.

(K.O. OMARI)
For: DISTRICT COMMISSIONER
TANA RIVER DISTRICT

Kenya Broadcasting Corporation Tender Notice

Tender No.12/KBC/08-09

The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation invites applications for Pre-qualification as Suppliers for the year 2009-10 in the following categories.

SECTION IV. CATEGORIES AND SUB-CATEGORIES.

ADDENDUM NO. 2 OF TENDER NO.12/KBC/08-09 -EXTENSION

A Supplier can only be pre-qualified in a maximum of three (3) related sub-categories.


Category: CATEGORY E (SERVICES)
Sub. Cat: 25. 26. 27.
Description: Complete station - Imaging -Jingle, Sweepers, identifiers Radio formatting Actuarial Liners, Trails.

Detailed tender documents can be obtained from the Office of Procurement Manager Broadcasting House on Harry Thuku road during normal working hours from Monday to Friday (8.00am-4.30pm) upon payment of non refundable fee of Kshs.2,000.00 per document in Cash or Banners Cheque payable to the Managing Director, Kenya Broadcasting Corporation.

Completed Pre-Qualification documents, MUST be submitted in plain sealed envelops clearly marked "Tender No.12/KBC/08-09" and addressed to;

Managing Director
Kenya Broadcasting Corporation
P O Box 30456
Nairobi

The completed documents must be deposited in the Corporation tender box at the Main Gate Broadcasting House on or before 1st April 2009 at 10.00am.

Submitted tenders/bids will be opened immediately after the deadline in the Grey Studio in the presence of bidders who wish to attend.

The Corporation reserves the right to accept or reject any application either in part or wholly and it not bound to give reasons for its decision.

MANAGING DIRECTOR.

Kenya Dairy Board Request for Proposal

Design, Development and Implementation of Management Information System for Human Resource Payroll and Inventory

The Kenya Dairy Board invites proposals from prospective consultant(s) with the requisite experience to undertake consultancy services on the design, development and implementation of management information system covering its Human resource, payroll and inventory functions.

A complete of set of tender documents with expectations of the assignment can be obtained by interested candidates upon payment of a non- refundable fee of KShs. 3,000.00 (three thousand) in cash or banker's cheque payable to Kenya Dairy Board.

Completed tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes marked: KDB/S/204/09 DESIGN, DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM

Addressed to:-
The Managing Director,
Kenya Dairy Board, P.O. Box 30406-00100 (GPO) Nairobi.
Telephone: 310559/341302,
Fax 2244064,
Mobile: 0733-521438,
0722-573432,
Email: info @ kdb.co.ke

Tenders must be deposited in the Tender Box at NSSF Building Block A. eastern wing 10th floor so as to reach him on or before Thursday 9th April 2009 at 10.00a.m
Tenders shall be opened immediately after the closing time and tenderers or their representatives are invited for the opening.

Nairobi City Council Pre-Qualification for Provision of Medical Insurance Services for the Year 2009/2011

The City Council of Nairobi invites sealed pre-qualification bids from interested eligible medical insurance providers and insurance brokerage firms for the following pre-qualification tender: -

REF: NO.CCN/HRD/T/090/2008-2009
Pre-Qualification for Provision of Medical Insurance Services for the Year 2009/2011

The firms which will be pre-qualified will be invited to collect Tender Documents requesting them to submit their proposals for the provision of medical insurance services to the staff of the City Council of Nairobi

Interested eligible bidders may obtain the completed pre-qualification documents from the office of the Director of Procurement, City Hall Annexe, First Floor Room 105 after paying a non-refundable fee of Kshs 5,000.

Completed pre-qualification documents in a plain sealed envelope clearly bearing the pre-qualification tender number and title of the services should be deposited in the Tender Box, outside the Procurement Office, City Annexe 1st floor and if sent by post, be addressed to:


Town Clerk
City Council of Nairobi
P. O. Box 30075-00100,
NAIROBI.

So as to reach him on or before 1O.OO AM on Tuesday, 14th April, 2009. The Pre-qualification document will be opened soon thereafter at the Procurement Board Room, 1st Floor, City Hall Annexe, in the presence of the bidders representatives who choose to attend.

The City Council of Nairobi is not bound to accept any pre-qualification bid.

G.C.K. KATSOLEH
FOR: TOWN CLERK

Athi Water Services Board Invitation for Bids

Athi Water Services Board
Invitation for Bids
Country: Kenya

Project: Water and Sanitation Service Improvement Project (WaSSIH)
Credit No: IDA 4376-KE

IFB Title & No.: Drilling and Equipping of Boreholes (Emergency Works) in Nairobi, Contract No; AWSB/WaSSIP/Comp.1/W-3 (a)/2009

1. This Invitation for Bids follows the General Procurement Notice for this Project that appeared in Development Business, issue no. 715 of 30th November, 2007.

2. The Government of Kenya has received a credit from the International Development Association (IDA) toward the cost of Water and Sanitation Service Improvement Project (WaSSIP) and it intends to apply part of the proceeds of this credit to payments under the Contract for Drilling and Equipping of Boreholes (Emergency Works) in Nairobi, Contract No; AWSB/WaSSIP/ Comp.1/W-3 (a)/2009.

3. The Athi Water Services Board, a parastatal under the Ministry of Water and Irrigation, now invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for Drilling and Equipping of Boreholes (Emergency Works) in Nairobi which will involve drilling of 11 boreholes within a radius of' 30Km from the Nairobi City Centre, test pumping and cleaning of the boreholes, equipping with specified pumps and control panels, supply of electricity to site and electrification of the borehole pumps, borehole disinfections, minor distribution network to connect to existing water network and commissioning of the works.

The construction period is 2 months.

4. Bidding will be conducted through the National Competitive Bidding (NCB) procedures specified in the World Bank's Guidelines: Procurement under IDA Credits published by the Bank in May 2004 and revised in October 2006, and is open to all bidders from Eligible Source Countries as defined in the Bidding Documents.

5. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from
Chief Executive Officer Athi Water Services Board 3rd Floor, Africa Re Centre Hospital Road, Upper Hill P.O. Box 45283-00100 NAIROBI, KENYA Fax 254 20 2724295 Email: info @ awsboard.go.ke and inspect the Bidding Documents at the address given below from 0800 hours to 1700 hours local time from Monday to Friday, except during lunch hour(1300 hours to 1400 hours),during weekends and public holidays.

6. Qualifications requirements include:

(a) Experience as prime contractor in the construction of at least one works' contract of a nature and complexity equivalent to the works within the last 5 years;

(b) Proposals for the timely acquisition (own, lease, hire, etc.) of the essential equipment, i.e.

(i) 4 borehole drilling percussion/rotary rigs (to depth >320 m and nominal internal bore diameter of 203 mm)

(ii) 3 compressors 1000/300psi capacity

(iii) 2 tipper 10 ton;

(iv) 2 lorries 7 ton;

(v) 3 Concrete mixers 0.75m3;

(vi) 1 Generator 15kVa ;

(vii) 3 Concrete vibrators 40mm;

(c) Adequate and competent staff for the works including a Site Agent with 8 years' experience in works of an similar nature and volume, including no less than three years as Site Agent; and;

(d) Liquid assets and/or credit facilities, net of other contractual commitments and exclusive of any advance payments which may be made under the Contract, of no less than KSh 10,000,000.00 (Kenya Shillings Ten Million only) or equivalent in a freely convertible currency.

A consistent history of litigation or arbitration awards against the Applicant or any partner of a Joint Venture may result in disqualification. A margin of preference for eligible national contractors/joint ventures shall not be applied.

7. A complete set of Bidding Documents in English language may be purchased by interested bidders on the submission of a written Application to the address below and upon payment of a non-refundable fee KSh 5,000.00 (Kenya Shillings Five Thousand only) or equivalent in freely convertible currency. The method of payment will be cash or bankers cheque. The Bidding Documents will be collected from the address below upon production of a purchase receipt.

8. Bids must be delivered to the address below at or before 1200 Hours East Africa time on 14th April, 2009. Electronic bidding shall not be permitted. Late bids will be rejected. Bids will be opened physically in the presence of the bidders' representatives who choose to attend in person at the address below at 1205 Hours East Africa time on 14th April, 2009.

9 All bids shall be accompanied by a Bid Security of KSh. 500,000.00 (Kenya Shillings Five Hundred Thousand only) or equivalent amount in freely convertible currency.

10. The address referred to above is:

Chief Executive Officer Athi
Water Services Board 3rd Floor,
Africa Re Centre Hospital Road, Upper Hill
NAIROBI, KENYA

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
ATHI WATER SERVICES BOARD

Ministry of Water and Irrigation Kenya Natural Resources Management Project Expression of Interest

Ministry of Water and Irrigation
Kenya Natural Resources Management Project

Re: Advertisement Request For Expression Of Interest (EOI) Consultancy Services For Baseline Survey REF: EOI/NRM/MOW/02/2008-2009, Credit No. 4277-KE, Project ID No. P095050

Background

The Government of Kenya has received financial credit from the International Development Association (IDA) towards the implementation of the Kenya Natural Resource Management Project (KNRMP). It is intended that part of the proceeds of this credit will be applied to eligible payments under the contracts for provision of consultancy services on Baseline survey.

The project is being implemented by three institutions: the Water Resources Management Authority (WRMA), the National Irrigation Board (NIB) and the Kenya Forest Service (KFS). The project has adopted a results-based implementation approach that entails monitoring the implementation of activities in various components and linking these with the outcome indicators and project development objective.

This requires reliable baseline information that will help measure the progress and impact of the project with regards to natural resource health, livelihoods improvement and community participation in natural resources management. The Ministry of Water and Irrigation now invites eligible consultants to express their interests in providing services for baseline survey.

Objective

The objective of the survey is to determine the current status of communities in the intervention areas of Upper Tana and Lower Nzoia catchments respectively to:

• Provide data and information on the relevant project outcome indicators
• Increase ability to assess the management and livelihood status impact of the NRM project and
• Improve the quality and effectiveness of project implementation

Scope of services

The scope of the services to be provided include assessment of socio-economic and other factors relevant- to enhancing sustainable management of water and forest resources and establish baseline information that can be used for monitoring and evaluating changes in resource health and livelihood status over time.

Terms of reference

The highlights of terms of reference for consultancy covering three thematic areas are:
Water Resources Management

• Assess the socio-economic status of the communities
• Assess the communities' current land management practices and identify those contributing to sustainable land conservation and management
• Assess the agro-economic benefits of improved land use practices as well as associated costs (increased operational costs, labour time, etc.) and identify possible obstacles for the smooth introduction of the practices Irrigation
• Conduct baseline survey on the participatory irrigation management (PIM) to understand the present status of existing user groups
• Assess the socio-economic status of the communities in the existing and new irrigation schemes including out-grower schemes
• Compare status of head, mid and tail end farmers in the survey irrigation schemes and identify issues with each category of farmers Forestry
• Assess the socio-economic status of the forest adjacent communities
• Assess the land use practices within the surrounding of forest areas and activities that directly or indirectly affect forest conservation and management
• Assess the forest adjacent communities' sustainable forest management opportunities and constraints

The Ministry of Water and Irrigation (the client) now invites eligible consulting firms to forward their Expressions of Interest (EOI) in providing these services. Interested consulting firms must provide relevant information and demonstrate;

1. Experience in conducting field level baseline surveys;
2. Experience on qualitative and quantitative research
3. Experience in spatial data systems (CIS, GPS and remote sensing);
4. Knowledge and understanding of project implementation and management in a developing country context.

The consulting firm will be selected based on Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS). Request for Proposal (RFP) will be issued to shortlisted firms.

Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below during office hours between 0900 - 1630 hours from Monday - Friday inclusive, except public holidays in Kenya, before the deadline for submission of Expression of Interest.

The completed expression of interest documents in writing in three (3) copies must be delivered to the address below or deposited in the Tender Box situated in the Main entrance, Ground Floor, Ministry of Water and Irrigation, Maji House, Ngong Road so as to be received on or before 5rJ April, 2009 at 1200 hours Kenyan Local time. The expression of interest must be in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked "REF: EOI/NRM/MOWI/02/2008-2009 - EOI FOR BASELINE SURVEY".

Consultants (Firms) who had applied earlier should either reaffirm their application or reapply.

Project Coordinator-NRM
For: Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Water and Irrigation, Maji House, Ngong Road
P.O Box 49720-00100 Nairobi, Tel: 020-2710925