Kenya Markets Trust (KMT) is a trademark of the Market Development Trust established in 2012 in response to a growing understanding of the importance of market “systems” as a mechanism for economic growth and poverty reduction. KMT aims to create inclusive opportunities for the poor through market transformation. KMT will achieve its objectives by facilitating the realignment of the incentives, capacities, relationships and rules, which govern how markets work. KMT wants to intensify its public awareness so as to share lessons learnt and programme progress. KMT’s Communications Unit is therefore seeking the services of Public Relations Agency to strengthen its communication function.The main objectives of engaging a PR Firm are;

To increase awareness of KMT’s work externally and thus increase visibility for the organisation and its programmesTo strengthen KMT’s visibility and image among external stakeholdersTo support KMT’s networking activitiesTo build KMT’s staff communication skills so that they can communicate externally and represent the organisation effectivelyThe agency is required to have the following skills and experience:At least five years progressive experience carrying out PR activities for renowned organizationsAn organization which has carried out PR activities for non profit organizations will have an added advantageProven experience in the area of public relations and awareness especially in agribusinessAvailability and willingness to travel to various parts of the country when needed.Ability to work in close coordination with the communications department and other team members within the organization.Skilled and experienced staff in the area of public relations/communications/public affairsWillingness to work in a participatory and inclusive mannerStrong communication skills and a willingness to work in a participatory and inclusive mannerInterested firms or individuals should submit the following by 17th December 2014 at 5.00 pm:A Job Proposal that includes:A technical proposal stating how the firm intends to undertake the specified assignment with clear timelines.A financial proposal indicating consultancy fee (lump sum fee) and a breakdown of expenses (unit price together with any other expenses) related to the assignment.A Letter of Interest, stating why you consider yourself suitable for the assignmentSummaries of selected work carried out for previous clientsWork references with contact details (e-mail addresses) of refereesCVs of key lead staff highlighting previous experiences in similar projects/organizations;Description of any professional equipment and software that will be used during the assignment.Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from, 14 Riverside, Cavendish Block, 3rd Floor, Suite B, Riverside Drive. T: (+254) 2588343/ 2588323/444582/4445830/4445847 Office Cellphone: 0722 201233/0735 337661 eMail: procurement@kenyamarkets.org.
Further information on the Kenya Market Trust can be obtained on the website: www.kenyamarkets.org
Proposals may also be submitted to KMT via the website.

Terms of Reference: External Auditor for Zinduka Afrika

Zinduka Afrika (ZAF) is registered in Kenya as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO). ZAF’s vision is to ensure that communities live dignified and quality lives.

The organization implements projects in Primary and Preventive Health Care and Treatment, Secure and Sustainable Livelihoods, Child Support and Protection and Gender and Human Rights Programs

The organization is seeking for a Financial Auditing Firm. 

The auditors shall make a report to the members of the accounts examined by them and on every Balance sheet laid before the Organization at it Annual General Meeting (AGM)during their tenure of office, and report shall state:
Whether or not they have obtained all the information and explanations they have required.Whether, in their opinion, the balance sheet referred to in the report is properly drawn up so as to exhibit a true and correct view of the state of the Organization’s affairs.Will be required to be present during the AGM meeting(s)  Perform as per letter of engagementRequirements;

The auditing firm must be registered, has been in existence for at least Six (6) years and has conducted audits for the last four (4) years.

The firm is expected to submit Curriculum for two of its senior auditors.

Attach copies of the firm’s certificate of registration, KRA PIN number and KRA compliance certificate.
Send your proposal with detailed budget, Company profile and certificate of incorporation and a recommendation letter from two organizations/companies you worked for to the:

Administration and Human Resource Manager, 

emails: zinduka.afrika@gmail.com. Send to us by 15th of November 2014.

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Training in Product Development

Subject: Request for Proposal

TechnoServe Inc (TNS) - KENYA, invites your firm/institution to participate in this competitive solicitation for pricing, delivery and terms of potential sale on the following: Product Development sector wide training for TechnoServe in Kenya.

Introduction: TechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses and industries. We are a non-profit organization that develops business solutions to poverty by linking people to information, capital and markets. 

Our work is rooted in the idea that given the opportunity, hardworking men and women in even the poorest places can generate income, jobs and wealth for their families and communities. With more than four decades of proven results, we believe in the power of private enterprise to transform lives. Background: Solutions for African Food Enterprises (SAFE) is a TechnoServe (TNS) program in partnership with USAID and Partners in Food Solutions, with the aim of increasing the competitiveness of the African food processing sector and expanding availability of affordable and nutritious foods.
Partners in Food Solutions (PFS) is a non-profit organization formed by General Mills to link the technical and business expertise of volunteer employees from General Mills, Cargill, Royal Dutch DSM and Bühler. This program provides knowledge and technology transfer to build the capacity of African food processors, improving availability of nutritious foods and creating market opportunities for small holder farmers.
The ability of food processors to adopt to changing consumer needs in terms of product demand and specifically demand in certain product attributes have been singled out as a hindrance to the growth of their businesses. It is for this reason that SAFE has identified training in Product Development as a gap worth closing in the knowledge base on food processors in Kenya.

1. General Requirements
 

1.1. Topic: The training services requested is on Product Development to contain but not limited to the topics below:

1.2 Introduction to New Product Development

1.2.1 What is NPD?
1.2.2 Why does one need a product development process?

1.3 Formation of a Product Development team

1.4 Product Development process

1.4.1 Market research
1.4.2 Ideation phase
1.4.3 Feasibility assessment
1.4.4 Development
1.4.5 Product testing
1.4.6 Product roll out
1.4.7 Product evaluation
1.4.8 Maintenance phase

1.5 Practical activity- typical product development exercise

1.6 Number of Trainees and Duration

Trainees will be drawn from food processing companies and food processing related organizations. The plan is to have two 2-day workshops in Nairobi and Kisumu as depicted in the table below:

2.0 Period of Performance

The period of performance of any contract resulting from this solicitation is anticipated to begin on or about 1st July 2014 and last through 30th September 2014.  Proposals shall detail the estimated length of time required to accomplish all requirements, with detail on individual activity implementation dates, as referenced in the Scope of Work.

3.0 Criteria for Selection

The evaluation of each response to this RFP will be based on the requirements set out in the solicitation and any addenda thereto. At the sole discretion of TNS, the top proposals may be selected for follow-up questions or to provide an oral presentation.

The following weighting and points will be assigned to the proposal for evaluation purposes:

  Project Team Structure and Internal Controls  Staff Qualifications/Experience      

TechnoServe reserves the right to award the contract to the organization whose proposal is deemed to be in the best interest of TNS and the Donor.

The Organization with the winning proposal will be notified in writing.  

Those who were not selected may or may not be notified, at the sole discretion of TNS.

4.0 Scope of Work
 
Submissions should include:

4.1. Statement of Competence

Profile – Lead Consultant and OrganizationProject Resource Persons4.2 Methodology

(Please note that the training materials/manuals/design/ownership/copyright and original source files must remain with TechnoServe and that all work product created as part of this engagement will be the sole property of TechnoServe.

4.3 Timeline and Financial Proposal

Costs for Development of the Training Modules, Review of the Modules, Delivery of Training, Data Collection & Report Preparation, Contain detailed cost in Kenya shillings with applicable Tax/Charges clearly identified. Provide requested payment terms and conditions.(Assumptions have been made that TechnoServe will bear the cost of the following: transport of the participants to and from the training venue, hire of training venue, meals & teas, training venue for the delegates, stationery- writing pads & pens and production of training Materials)

4.3 Training Scheduling

For 4 days, 8 hours a day

5.0 Project Outcomes

Power Microsoft Point Presentation of training modules covering the above topicsDetailed Microsoft Word training modules covering the above topics Presentation of the modules during workshop Raw data on the effectiveness of the training in the form of filled questionnaires Final report after the trainingThe Request for Proposal is not and shall not be considered an offer by TechnoServe.All responses must be received on or before the date and time indicated on the RFP.  All late responses will be rejected.All unresponsive responses will be rejected.All proposals will be considered binding offers.  Prices proposed must be valid for entire period provided by respondent.All awards will be subject to TNS contractual terms and conditions and contingent on the availability of donor funding. TNS reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal or cancel the solicitation process at anytime, and shall have no liability to the proposing organizations submitting proposals for such rejection or cancellation of the request for proposals. TNS reserves the right to accept all or part of the proposal when award is provided.All information provided by TNS in this RFP is offered in good faith. Individual items are subject to change at any time, and all bidders will be provided with notification of any changes.TNS is not responsible or liable for any use of the information submitted by bidders or for any claims asserted therefrom.TNS reserves the right to require any bidder to enter into a non-disclosure agreement.The bidders are solely obligated to pay for any costs, of any kind whatsoever, which may be incurred by bidder or any third parties, in connection with the Response. All responses and supporting documentation shall become the property of TNS, subject to claims of confidentiality in respect of the response and supporting documentation, which have been clearly marked confidential by the bidder.7.0 Form / Content of Response

All proposals shall:

Be in the English language. Contain detailed cost in Kenya shillings with applicable Tax/Charges clearly identified. Provide requested payment terms and conditions.Include a contact name, email address, and telephone number to facilitate communication between TNS and the submitting organization. Questions regarding this request may be addressed to kenyaprocurement@tns.org and safe-info@tns.org, and must be received no later than 19th June 2014.  Responses to questions will be distributed to all interested parties no later than 24th June 2014.

Responses to the RFQ should be addressed to, kenyaprocurement@tns.org no later than 1st July 2014. 

Request for Expression of Interest for Communications Agency Services

Abt Associates is an international development organization composed of dedicated professionals who provide technical assistance, research, analysis, and practical training services in more than 128 countries. 

Abt seeks a marketing firm for the USAID Strengthening Health Outcomes through the Private Sector (SHOPS) project to be based in Kenya. SHOPS project in Kenya aims to increase the role of the private health sector to deliver sustainable and high quality information, products, and services.
The SHOPS project health financing goal in Kenya is to increase the number of lives covered through private health financing.  
The SHOPS project particularly targets low-income populations who are in financial risk of falling further into poverty if they incur catastrophic health care spending. To meet the goals of the program in Kenya, SHOPS seeks a communications agency to assist in developing and executing a national advertising and marketing strategy to change consumer knowledge and attitudes of health insurance.

Complete details of the Request for Applications can be obtained until 5 pm on May 02nd, 2014 (Nairobi time) by sending an email request to SHOPSKenyaInfo@SHOPSProject.com  with “SHOPS/Kenya Media Campaign” in e-mail subject line.

Request for Proposal for Statutory Audit for the Year Ending 30th June 2014

Our firm is in the Retail Industry with 24 units and a turnover of over Kshs. 3bn. 

We are seeking to invite proposals from qualified Audit Firms, who are members of ICPAK and eligible to undertake a statutory audit in accordance to the Kenya legal framework. The selected firm will conduct the statutory audit of the Organization’s books of accounts, financial transactions and statements.
Interested eligible firms are requested to submit their profiles, financial proposals detailing all costs including taxes, transport, accommodation, audit materials to form a consolidated audit fee.

The audit is expected to commence from August 15th 2014, completed within four weeks and a report submitted to the Board of Management by 30th October 2014.
Terms of payment will be 100% on successful completion of the audit.
The audit firm must meet the following conditions:
a. Give a list of clients it is currently auditing
c. Be ready to allow for site visitations to their offices to ascertain the information given.
The proposals should be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked PROPOSAL FOR STATUTORY AUDIT 2014 and addressed to the MANAGING DIRECTOR, P. O. BOX 42015 - 00100, NAIROBI so as to be received on or before 9th May 2014 at 10:00 Hrs.