Rift Valley Water Services Board - Procurement of Consultancy Services for Itare Dam Water Supply Project

INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

The Government of the Republic of Kenya identified the proposed Itare Dam as on one of the Vision 2030 flagship projects and has therefore prioritized its implementation.

The main objective of the project is to improve water supply and sanitation services in Nakuru Town and parts of the neighboring areas of Rongai, Molo, Elburgon and Kuresoi within the service area of the Rift Valley Water Service Board (RVWSB).

The proposed developments may include:-

• Construction of Itare dam
• Construction of Bulk Transfer Tunnel
• Construction of Bulk transfer Pipelines
• Construction of Treatment Works
• Construction of Bulk Distribution Mains and Reservoirs
• Development of sanitation facilities

RVWSB now requires a Consultant who will, inter alia, be required to:

• Update the Feasibility studies
  Undertake Detailed Designs and prepare Tender documents for the implementation of the project
• carry out Environmental Impact assessments (EIA)
• Coordinate various activities among the stakeholders towards successful development of the project Rift Valley Water Services Board therefore invites eligible consulting firms to express their interest in providing the above mentioned consultancy services.

Interested consultants must provide information indicating their experience and professional capability to perform the services. Such information should include a relevant brochure, description of similar assignments executed, availability of appropriate skills among staff, evidence of company registration and tax compliance, and financial and technical resources of the firm.

Expression of interest must be submitted in writing to the address below, preferably in three copies, on or before 10.00AM (local time) on September 12th 2011.

Following evaluation of the Expression of Interest, shortlisted tenderers will be invited to participate in a formal tender in which they will be required to submit detailed technical and financial proposals in a format to be provided.

Interested eligible Consulting firms who wish to express their interest, or those requiring further information should contact the address below:

Chief Executive Officer
Rift Valley Water Services Board
Maji Plaza, Prisons Road off Eldama Ravine Highway,
P.O. BOX 2451
NAKURU

Tel (254 -51) 2213557 Fax (254 -51) 2214915
E-mail: info@rvwsb.go.ke

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

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

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.

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

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

Proposed Refurbishment of 5th Floor Utalii House Northern Wing- Nairobi

The Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Tourism invites tenders from registered Contractors in Categories 'C' & 'D' General Building works for the following works:

1. Proposed Refurbishment of 5th Floor Utalii House Northern Wing- Nairobi
Contractors must be registered as above and to pay a non-refundable fee of Kshs.3,000. Bid Bond for the works will be Kshs.75,000.00

Interested Contractors who appear in the current Building Contractor's Register (Proof of Registration required) may obtain tender documents from Principal Procurement Officer, Ministry of Tourism, Utalii House in person, or against written application. The non-refundable fee is to be paid in cash at the Cash Office before 4.00 pm on normal working days or in Banker's Cheque payable to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Tourism, Nairobi

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 five
years

2. The Bid Bond must be in form of Bank Guarantee from a reputable bank

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

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

5. Litigation History of the Company (both court and arbitration cases).

6. Confidential Business Questionnaire

7. Copy of P.I.N Certificate

8. Tax compliance Certificate

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

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

b) A tender from a tenderer who has been served with a default notice on on-going project (s)

c) A tender from a tenderer with on-going projects exceeding four (4) in number, regardless of the total value of the outstanding works.

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

The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Tourism
P.O. Box30027-00100
NAIROBI

or be placed in the tender box on 6th floor at the Utalii House, Nairobi, or sent by post so as to reach the above address not later than Tuesday 7th April, 2009 at 10.00 am.

Submitted bids will be opened publicly in the Conference Room on 5th Floor, Utalii House, soon after the above stated closing date and time in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend.

Late bids will be returned unopened.

Prices quoted must remain valid for Ninety (90) days from the opening date of the tender.

The Bid Security, which must be from an established bank, shall be valid upto 5th August, 2009 (120 days from date of tender opening)

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.

G.M. Oyaro
For: PERMANENT SECRETARY

Postal Corporation of Kenya Prequalification of Contractors

Prequalification Number PCK/PROC/19/2008 - 2009:

The Postal Corporation of Kenya is charged with the social obligation of providing affordable postal services. In its endeavor to achieve this obligation efficiently and effectively, and in order to serve our customers better, the Corporation intends to construct a new General Post Office in Kisumu City.

The Corporation therefore invites interested eligible and qualified firms with proven experience in similar undertakings and duly registered under relevant category and institution, to submit their proposals for prequalification to undertake the construction of Kisumu General Post Office. The respective tender documents may be obtained from the Procurement Office, City Square Post Office Building, 3rd Floor upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs.3000.00 per set of documents. This fee is payable at City Square Post Office, Ground floor.

Only contractors registered in the category stated below shall be eligible to submit their proposals.

A. Main contract works
Contractors registered with Ministry of Public Works Category B and above for Building and Civil Works.

B. Electrical Works- Sub Contract 1
Contractors registered with Ministry of Energy category A and registered with -Ministry of Public Works "Category C" and above for the specialised work.

C. Mechanical Works - Sub Contract 2
Plumbing; Drainage, Sanitary Appliances and Fire Fighting. Contractors registered with Ministry of Public Works in Category D and above for this specialised work.
One (1) original and two (2) copies of the completed prequalification documents, in a plain sealed envelope clearly marked:

1. Main Contract
2. Electrical Works - Sub-Contract 1
3. Mechanical Works - Sub-Contract 2

One (1) original and two (2) copies of the completed prequalification documents, in a plain sealed envelope clearly marked "PREQUALIFICATION NUMBER PCK/PROC/19/2008-2009: CONSTRUCTION OF KISUMU GENERAL POST OFFICE" should be deposited in the tender box at Posta House, Mezzanine Floor, Kenyatta Avenue or sent by post to:-

The Secretary
Corporation Tender Committee
Postal Corporation of Kenya
P. O. Box 34567 GPO
Nairobi 00100

so as to reach not later than 25th March 2008 at 2.00pm. Interested bidders are invited to witness the opening to be held at Posta House Boardroom, 7th Floor on the same day at 2.30 pm.

The Postal Corporation of Kenya may, at any time, terminate the procurement proceedings without entering into a contract and also reserves the right to accept or reject any application and is not bound to give any reasons or explanations thereof.

Postal Corporation of Kenya,
Tel: 020-3242000,
Fax: 2246156,
Website: www.posta.co.ke

Kenya Railways Corporation Invitation to Tender

Kenya Railways Corporation is a State Corporation established under The Kenya Railways Corporation Act (Cap 397) of the Laws of Kenya.

Tenders are invited for the following services:

TENDER NO: KRC/PLM/12/09
DESCRIPTION: Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Fire Safety Equipment at designated areas.
TENDER DOCUMENT FEE (Kshs) Non-refundable: 3,000.00
BID SECURITY: 2%
CLOSING DATE: 16/04/09

TENDER NO: KRC/PLM/29/09
DESCRIPTION: Request for Proposals to Develop a Geographic Information System Database
TENDER DOCUMENT FEE (Kshs) Non-refundable: 3,000.00
BID SECURITY: 2%
CLOSING DATE: 16/04/09

TENDER NO: KRC/PLM/30/09
DESCRIPTION: Repairs and rehabilitation of Gorofani and Longonot Hostels at the Railway Training Institute, Nairobi
TENDER DOCUMENT FEE (Kshs) Non-refundable: 3,000.00
BID SECURITY: 2%
CLOSING DATE: 10/04/09

TENDER NO: KRC/PLM/31/09
DESCRIPTION: Construction of a Police Post at Kibera Railway Station
TENDER DOCUMENT FEE (Kshs) Non-refundable: 3,000.00
BID SECURITY: 2%
CLOSING DATE: 16/04/09

Tender Documents are available from:

The Procurement and Logistics Manager, Kenya Railways Headquarters, Workshop Road, Opposite Kenya Polytechnic Block Df Ground Floor-Room 01,
Tel: 020-2215211, 2215796, 0728603581, 0728603582, 0770044612/4,


Complete Tender Documents in plain sealed envelopes must be clearly marked with the Tender No', the 'Description of the Tender'. Tenders must be accompanied by a security bid in the form of the amount specified in the Tender Documents and must be delivered to the Tender Box in the office of The Procurement and Logistics Manager, Kenya Railways Headquarters, Block D, Ground Floor Room Dl, before 16th April 2009 at 10.00a.m.

Tenders will be opened soon after closing time in the presence of the Tenderers' representatives who choose to attend at Kenya Railways Headquarters, Block D, Ground Floor- Managers' Conference Room.

Canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.

Nduva Muli
MANAGING DIRECTOR.

Construction materials and tools for 600 shelters

Ref.No: CRS/Molo/03/2009

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) invites bonafide suppliers to tender for the supply and delivery of the following:

• Timber for construction of 600 shelters
• Corrugated iron sheets and ridges for 600 shelters
• Construction tools

Delivery place: Molo

MANNER OF SUBMISSION

The application forms can be obtained upon payment of a non refundable fee of Kenya shillings 1,500/= for each set in the form of cash or Bankers Cheque payable to Catholic Relief Services from our offices based in Westlands (St.Agustine's Court, Karuna Rd., Off School Lane, Behind Lion Place).The tender documents will be available between 8.30 a.m-12.30 pm and 2.00p.m-4.30 pm.

Properly completed tender documents should be inserted in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked "Ref.No:CRS/Molo/03/2009 and addressed to:

The Procurement Committee,
Catholic Relief Services,
Kenya Program,
P.O. Box 49675-00100, Nairobi.

and dropped into the Tender box situated at the reception room at Catholic Relief Services-Kenya Program, not later than 2.00pm 25th March 2009.

Catholic Relief Service-USCC reserves the right to accept or reject any tender(s) in part or in whole and does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any bid or to give any reasons thereof.

Proposed Installation of one (1 no.) Lift at the High Court

Tenders are invited from interested eligible bidders for the Proposed Installation of One (1 No.) Lift for the High Court of Kenya at the High Court - Nairobi. Tenderers for these works must be registered with the Ministry of Public Works in Category "F" and above in the Current Building Contractors Register.

Proof of the current registration must be provided. They must also be licensed by the Energy Regulatory Commission. Proof of the current license must be provided:

Tender documents with detailed specifications shall be obtained from Supplies Office 2nd Floor Room 105, High Court of Kenya, City Hall Way, Nairobi, on payment of a non refundable fee of Kshs. 3,100/-for the document. Payments will be made in cash at the cash office on 2nd Floor before 4.00p.m. during normal working hours or a Bankers cheque payable to the Registrar, High Court of Kenya.

Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes, clearly marked "Tender No. 026 NB 801 - JOB NO.0254U" on the right hand corner and bearing no indication of the tenderer should be addressed to:

The Registrar
High Court of Kenya
P.O. Box 30041 - 00100 NAIROBI.

Tenders should be placed in the Tender Box on 2nd floor, High Court of Kenya, Nairobi, so as to reach the above named address not later than 10.00a.m. on 9th April, 2009

Submitted bids will be opened in the Boardroom on the 2nd floor soon after the closing time in the presence of the tenderers/representatives who may choose to attend. Late bids will be returned unopened.

The tenderer will be required to provide a bid security of Kshs.65,000/- from a reputable bank or Insurance company (in the current list of authorized insurance companies issued by the Public Procurement Oversight Authority - PPOA) located in Kenya valid for a period of 150 days from the date offender opening.

The Government reserves the right to reject or accept in whole or in part any tender and does not bind itself to accept any tender.

L. A. ACHODE (MRS)
REGISTRAR. HIGH COURT

Forever Green Farm Invitation for Bids

Forever Green Farm, a newly incorporated entrant into the horticulture subsector, situate on a 33 acre agricultural piece of land approximately 90km north east of Thika Town seeks a competent and qualified firm to carry out construction of it's development proposal as comprised hereunder;

• FGF 01 - Grading hall
  
• FGF 02 - Pump house
  
• FGF 03 - Generator room
  
• FGF 04 - Chemical stores
• FGF 05 - Farm Manager office
  
• FGF 06 - Senior Staff houses
  
• FGF 07 - Junior Staff houses
  
• FGF 08 - Perimeter fence and gate
  
• FGF 09 - Guard house
  
• FGF 10 - Access roads and parking
  

Interested parties may collect a complete set of tender documents from the head
office, Forever Green Farm, View Park Towers, 1st floor, Monrovia Street.
Tel. 020 344092, 2243128, 2242134 during working hours ( 0800 - 1700 hrs)
Monday through Friday for a non-refundable fee of Kshs 5,000 cash or bankers
cheque payable to Forever Green Farm.

Prices quoted net inclusive of all taxes shall remain in force for 90 days from closing
date of tender.

Completed tender documents in writing and English only are to be enclosed in plain
sealed envelopes marked with tender name and number to be deposited at the tender
box at the reception, Forver Green Farm head office, 1st floor, View Park Towers,
Monrovia Street, on or before 7th April, 2009. clearly addressed to:

The General Manager
Forever Green Farm
PO Box 19965-00100

Tenders shall be opened thereafter in the aforesaid offices in the presence of tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend.

Request for Expression of Interest for Sale of Land for a Refuse Dumpsite

The County Council of Thika intends to purchase land for a dumpsite within Juja Division in Thika District to be used as refuse dumpsite.

The land should satisfy the under listed requirements:

i. The land must be registered (enclose photocopies of ownership documents and current search certificate)

ii. The land size should be at least five acres (5 acres)

iii. The land should be easily accessible by all weather roads,

iv. The land should be ideal for a dumpsite and not very near to a water course

v. The land should be ideally located and not more than 10kms from the central business district (C.B.D) of Juja Township or fifteen (15) kms from C.B.D of Thika Town. (Enclose site location plan),

vi. The land to be free of any encumbrances,

vii. The land should have excavatable soils up to a depth of at least two meters (2 m) deep.

Interested firms or individuals willing to sell land to the Council should indicate in writing by expressing interest in line with above requirements.

In the meantime you are advised not to indicate the cost of sale.

The expression of interest document should be submitted on a plain sealed envelope bearing no indication of the sender but marked "EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR SALE OF LAND TO COUNTY COUNCIL OF THIKA" and addressed to:

The County Clerk,
County Council of Thika,
P.O. Box 1170-01000, THIKA.

The document should be submitted not later than 12.00 noon on 7th April 2009.

County Clerk
County Council of Thika

Feasibility Study and Preliminary Engineering Design for Three (3) One Stop Border Posts along the Northern Corridor

NORTHERN CORRIDOR TRANSIST TRANSPORT COORDINATION AUTHORITY

EAST AFRICA TRADE & TRANSPORT FACILITATION PROJECT

Feasibility Study and Preliminary Engineering Design for Three (3) One Stop Border Posts along the Northern Corridor

INVITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

This Invitation for Expression of Interest follows the General Procurement Notice for this project, which appeared in Development Business Issue No. 694 dated 16 January 2007.

The Permanent Secretariat of the Northern Corridor Transit Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) has received a Grant in different currencies from the African Development Bank Group towards the cost of financing some regional activities under the East Africa Trade and Transport Facilitation Project.

The Institutional Support Grant from the African Development Bank Group is to provide assistance to the NCTTCA to strengthen its role in planning, harmonization, and coordination to facilitate transit transport along the Northern Corridor.

As a component of activities financed under the project, the NCTTCA intends to recruit a firm to undertake the following task:

Feasibility study and preliminary engineering design for three (3) one-stop-border post facilities along the Northern Corridor i.e.Mpondwe/Kasindi (Uganda- D R Congo border), Gisenyi/Goma (Rwanda - D R Congo border) and Akanyaru (Rwanda -
Burundi border).

The Expression of Interest (EOI) should be submitted in writing and should contain the company profile, experience in similar projects, financial status, resources (personnel/equipment/facilities) and should be clearly marked "Expression of Interest" - Feasibility study and preliminary engineering design for three one-stop-border post facilities along the Northern Corridor.

The closing date for the submission of EOI is 30 April 2009.

The EOI 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. The EOI should be submitted to the address below.

The Permanent Secretariat of NCTTCA
1196, Links Road, Nyali
P. O Box 95341, 80104 Mombasa, KENYA
Tel: +(254) 41 2000881/ (254) 41 470734
Fax: +(254) 41 470735

Email: ttca @ ttcanc.org

Detailed Design, Preparation of Bidding Documents and Supervision Of The Refurbishment of the Water Appeals Board

Athi Water Services Board

Name of Project: Water and Sanitation Service Improvement Project (WaSSIP)

CONSULTING SERVICES

Credit No; 4376-KE

Expression of Interest for Consultancy Services for Detailed Design, Preparation of Bidding Documents and Supervision Of The Refurbishment of the Water Appeals Board (WAB) Offices.

CONTRACT NO. AWSB/WaSSIP/C-18/09.

This request for Expression of interest follows the general procurement notice for this project that appeared in Development Business, issue No. 715 of November 2007.

The Government of Kenya (GOK) has received a Credit from the 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 cover eligible payments under the contract for the Consultancy Services for detailed design, preparation of bidding documents and supervision of the refurbishment of offices for the Water Appeals Board (WAB).

Athi Water Services Board is the implementing agency for this activity on behalf of WAB.

The WAB is a national state corporation created under the Water Act 2002 and it intends to operationalise regional offices in Kakamega, Nyeri, Embu and Nakuru Municipalities; Mombasa and Kisumu Cities.

The services required will include:

• Preparation of detailed internal design of partitioning requirements and furniture with a view to optimize the space available and come up with modern offices;
• Preparation of bidding documents consisting of:- Design drawings; Specifications; Bill of Quantities; and Confidential Cost Estimate;
• To provide.services in the role of the Engineer's Representative in the supervision of the construction works and
• To supervise, in accordance with the conditions of contract, specifications and drawings, works carried out by the selected contractor.
  

The consultant will be responsible for ensuring that work is carried out in accordance with the designs, specifications and works contract documents while at all time ensuring quality, cost effectiveness and timely completion.

During the supervision, the consultant will provide the Client with regular status reports and other reports as per the Terms of Reference, together with all related necessary technical assistance and professional advice to the Client related to supervision of the construction of the said works.

The assignment is expected to take a period of 8 months.

The Athi Water Services Board now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc). Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications.

A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in the World Bank's Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank Borrower, May 2004 (Revised October 1, 2006).

The Consultant must have previously carried out one similar assignment and must be registered with Board of Registration of Architects and Quantity Surveyors and a member of Architectural Association of Kenya or any other similar recognized institution(s).

Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below from 0800 to 1700 hours from Monday to Friday excluding public holidays.

Expression of interest must be submitted/delivered to the address below by 31st March, 2009 at 12.00Hours.

Chief Executive Officer
Athi Water Services Board
Africa Re-Centre, 3rd Floor, Hospital Rd
P. O Box45283-00100 Nairobi. Kenya.
Fax. 25402027224295

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
ATHI WATER SERVICES BOARD

Independent Financial & Technical Audit For Sasumua Dam Rehabilitation Project

ATHI WATER SERVICES BOARD
Country: Kenya
Name of Project: Nairobi Water and Sewerage Emergency Physical Investment Project
(NWSEPIP)
CONSULTING SERVICES
Credit No: CKE 3005

Request for Expressions of Interest for Consultancy Services for independent Financial & Technical Audit For Sasumua Dam Rehabilitation Project (Package 1)

Contract No: AWSB/NWSEPIP/FTA Package 1/09

The Government of Kenya has received a credit from Agence Frangaise de Development (AFD) for the Nairobi Water and Sewerage Emergency Physical Investment Project (NWSEPIP), and intends to apply part of the proceeds for Consultancy Services for Financial & Technical Audit for Sasumua Dam Rehabilitation Project (Package 1), Contract No AWSB/ NWSEPIP/FTA Package 1/09 under the Athi Water Services Board (AWSB).

The services will include quarterly technical and financial audits over two years of the works contract period and a final global audit.

The financial and technical audits shall be carried out in accordance with international practices for financial auditing and quality assurance.

This assignment is open to audit or engineering firms with at least ten (10) years experience in financial or technical auditing and quality assurance, particularly in respect to project implementation processes.

The Athi Water Services Board now invites eligible consultants to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc).

Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications.

A consultant will be selected in accordance with the procedures approved by AFD.
Interested consultants may obtain further information at the address below from 0800 to 1700 hours from Monday to Friday excluding lunch hour (1300 to 1400 hrs) and public holidays.

Expression of interest must be delivered or submitted by electronic mail to the address below by 31st March, 2009 at 12.00 Hours.

Chief Executive Officer,
Athi Water Services Board,
Africa Re-Centre, Hospital Rd.
P.O. Box 45283-00100 Nairobi, Kenya.
Tel: 254 020 2724292/3,
Fax: 254 020 27224295,

Email: info @ awsboard.go.ke

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
ATHI WATER SERVICES BOARD

County Council of Taita Taveta Tender Notice

The County Council of Taita Taveta hereby invites tenders from interested and qualified candidates to undertake the following projects identified through LASDAP process within its area of jurisdiction.

a) Renovation of Kirindinyi Primary School.
b) Construction of Kasighau Social hall
c) Construction of modern market at Werugha

Qualifications of Eligible Contractors

• The interested contractors MUST be registered with the Ministry of Public Works and Housing category E and above for building and civil works.
• Evidence of similar works over the last 5 years indicating the contract sum.
• Provide a bid bond of Kshs 50,000 in the form of bankers cheque or bank guarantee from a reputable bank.
• Provide evidence of trained key personnel including their C.V.s
• Provide copies of legal documents e.g. registration certificates, SBP certificate of incorporation and tax compliance certificates.
• Provide a proof of current commitments and expected dates of completion.
• Confirmation that the firm has not been blacklisted by the Government or other public body.

All tenders shall be placed in the Tender Box situated at the Council Offices, Wundanyi not later than 23rd March, 2009 at 12.00noon.

Submitted bids will be opened at the Council chambers at 2.00pm soon after the closing time in the presence of tenderer or their representatives who may wish to attend. All bids should remain valid for a period of 120 days after bid opening. Late bids will be rejected.

Tender documents, with specifications, bill of quantities and conditions of contract are available at the cashier's office during working hours upon payments of a non-refundable fee of Kshs 5,000 in cash or bankers cheque payable to County Council of Taita Taveta.
Bids in plain sealed envelopes bearing the title of the tender and number but without any indication of the tender's name should be addressed to:--

THE COUNTY CLERK
COUNTY CLERK OF TAITA TAVETA
P.O BOX 1066-80304
WUNDANYI

The Council reserves the right to reject or accept any bid in whole or part and is not bound to give reasons for any decision taken.

Dated this 2nd Day of March, 2009
S. N. MUSEMBI COUNTY CLERK

Ministry of Housing Invitation to Tender

Ministry of Housing
"Excellent, Affordable, Adequate And Quality Housing For All Kenyans"
Invitation to Tender

Tender No. MH/HID/03/2008-2009 Proposed Langas-Kipkaren TRUNK SEWER LINE IN ELDORET MUNICIPALITY

The Government of Kenya (Ministry of Housing in Partnership with Municipal Council of Eldoret) intends to construct a 6.0 km trunk sewer line (250 mm to 450 mm diameter) in Langas-Kipkaren Area of Eldoret Municipality.

TENDER NO. MH/HID/O4/2008-2009 Proposed Lukenya Area Trunk Sewer LINE IN MAVOKO MUNICIPALITY

The Government of Kenya (Ministry of Housing in Partnership with Municipal Council of Mavoko) intends to construct a 7.5 km trunk sewer line (300 mm and 450 mm diameter) in Lukenya Area of Mavoko Municipality.

In both cases the construction works will comprise trench excavations, part backfilling and ramming, and part loading and carting away surplus excavated materials, construction of manholes, laying and joining of precast concrete 'spigot and socket' pipes inclusive of concrete bedding and surround.

TENDER NO. MH/CSHSF /01/2008 - 2009 FOR COMPLETION OF THE of the Proposed Civil Servants Tenant PURCHASE HOUSING PROJECT ON PLOT NOS. 209/3170, 209/3171, Nyeri road, Kileleshwa, NAIROBI (RE-ADVERTISEMENT)

The Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Housing intends to complete residential apartments under the Civil Servants Housing Scheme Fund. The tender comprises completion of 40 No. 4 bedroom apartments in eight (8) blocks of five (5) storey including associated civil works, plumbing, mechanical and electrical services.

The Ministry of Housing, now invites sealed bids for the construction of the works from interested contractors who meet the following requirements: -

1 . Be a registered company incorporated in Kenya under the Companies Act CAP 486 (All Projects)

2. Be registered in Category A or B (General Building Contractor) by the Ministry of Public Works. New register effective January 2006 (enclose copy of registration certificate). (Nyeri Road project)

3. Must have successfully completed a minimum of two projects of a similar nature and complexity in the last five years, each of which must be of a value of at least Kenya shillings one hundred and fifty million (enclose copies of certificates of completion). (Nyeri Road project)

4. Must be registered by the Ministry of Public Works in Category 'C' and above in Civil Engineering Works; (Eldoret & Mavoko Projects)

5. Must be registered as a contractor by the Ministry of Water and Irrigation in Category 'B' and above. (Eldoret & Mavoko Projects)

6. Must provide a bid security in the amount of Kshs. 2,000,000 for the Mavoko, Nyeri Road Project and Ksh 3,000,000 for the Eldoret project from an approved commercial bank or insurance company;

7. Must provide evidence of finance, personnel and equipment capability necessary for carrying out the works; (All Projects)

8. Must submit current Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority together with the tender.( All Projects)

Interested Contractors who must be registered in the Categories indicated above and who appear in the current Building Contractors' Register (proof of registration required) may obtain in person or against a written application tender documents from The procurement Office, Ministry of Housing, Ngong Road, 6th floor, Ardhi House, Wing 'C' Room 606, during official working hours upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KSh. 5,000/=(Five Thousand only) in form of cash or in Banker's Cheque payable to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Housing, Nairobi, for Eldoret and Mavoko Project.

For Nyeri Road Banker's Cheques should be drawn in favour of 'Civil Servants Housing Scheme Fund'. Contractors who purchased the tender documents for Nyeri Road Project after the advertisement in December 2008 will not be required to make payment and will obtain the tender documents on production of original receipts.

Separate tender Bids in plain, sealed envelopes, marked TENDER No. MH/HID/O3/2008-2009, TENDER No. MH/HID/O4/ 2008-2009 and TENDER No. MH/CSHSF/01/2008 - 2009, and bearing no indication of the tenderer should be addressed to:-
Permanent Secretary Ministry of Housing P.O. Box 30119-00100 NAIROBI
and placed in the Tender Box on 6th floor Ardhi House, Ministry of Housing Headquarters, Ngong Road, Nairobi or sent by post to reach the above address not later than Tuesday, 24th March 2009 at 12 noon.

Submitted bids for TENDER No. MH/HID/O3/2008-2009, and MH/HID/O4/2008-2009 and Technical Bids for TENDER No. MH/CSHSF/01/2008 - 2009 will be opened on the same day at 12.15 pm in the Conference Room, 6th Floor Ministry of Housing Headquarters, in the presence of tenderer's representatives who choose to attend.

Late bids will be returned unopened. Prices quoted must remain valid for a minimum period of One Hundred and Twenty (120) days from the tender opening date.

The Government reserves the right to reject any tender without giving reasons and is not bound to accept the lowest or any tender.