government sets aside sh.2.28b to support drought stricken

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The best prevention against the coronavirus is still washing your hands and keeping safe social distance

BY BERNADETTE KHADULI (KNA)

Nairobi County is determined to bring down the level of Covid-19 infection rate from 18.5 percent to below 5 percent so that residents can continue with their normal lives.

Nairobi Regional Commissioner James Kianda said, the government

is coming up with a way forward that will get the disease to the level where schools can be reopened, people travel to their rural areas as well as open air traffic.

Addressing a security meeting at Kasarani Sports Complex, Kianda said the government is concerned over the behaviour of some resi-dents who have continued to flout

the Covid-19 regulations despite the County being ranked highest with the number of infected per-sons.

In the meeting attended by the Nairobi County Commissioner Flora Mworoa and the Nairobi Regional Police Commander Au-gustine Nthumbi, the Regional Commissioner singled out Ma-

thare, Starehe, Huruma , Korogo-cho and Kariobangi estates as some of the areas where members of the public were ignorant of the curfew law.

“There is a lot of interaction of people from 7.30pm to 9.00 pm yet the curfew starts at 8.00pm. Starting Friday, we want to see empty estates as people have to be

inside their houses and no vehicle should be on the road during cur-few hours,” he directed the law enforcement officers.

In his remarks, the Nairobi Re-gional Police Commander called on the police officers to follow the laid down regulation in their daily work, saying their services need to be felt up to the lowest level.

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BY JOSEPH NG’ANG’A (KNA)

The Government has set aside a provisional budget of Sh2.282

billion to provide relief as-sistance to people affected by drought across the country.

According to Govern-ment Spokesperson Col. (Rtd) Cyrus Oguna, cur-rently over 1.4 million Kenyans are at risk of hun-ger and starvation, and potentially face acute food insecurity.

“Government is com-mitted to ensure that no Kenyan dies due to lack of food. The National Govern-ment, in collaboration with the affected counties have initiated interventions which include close moni-toring of areas that may be threatened for immediate response,” explained Col. Oguna.

Speaking in Nairobi dur-ing a media briefing, Col. Oguna said County gov-ernments, in collaboration with the National Govern-ment have rolled out a plan

to assist the affected areas which include distribution of water to households in the counties of Turkana, Mandera, Garissa and Wajir.

“The intervention meas-ures also include provision of relief food in Turkana county by the County Government, cash trans-fer under the Hunger Safety Net Program which is currently in Phase 3. Here, every household re-ceives Sh.2,700 every two months, and targets over 101,800 households in the Counties of Turkana, Man-dera and Marsabit. The Government spends about Sh2 billion on the program every year,” said Oguna.

He further said that plans are underway to incorporate into the pro-gram the counties of Wajir, Isiolo, Tana River, Garissa and Samburu.

“Other Safety Net Pro-grams such as Inua Jamii form part of the interven-tions which continue to be implemented. The govern-ment has also availed sub-

sidized seeds, fertilizers and a wide range of farm inputs to increase small-scale farms productivity. This program targets over 1.4 million small scale farmers in 37 counties,” he said. Oguna called on other Development part-ners such as UNICEF, World Food Program, UNDP, NGOs, the Private Sec-tor and other individuals of goodwill to step in and help with the provision of relief aid.

Oguna said that accord-ing to the Meteorological Department, the expected rainfall during the long rainy season is likely to be depressed, with only a few areas in the regions of Nyanza, Western, Cen-tral, parts of Rift Valley and Eastern likely to receive above average rainfall.

“Other regions are ex-pected to receive below average rainfall or none. These are the Counties of Mandera, Wajir, Garissa, Isiolo, Marsabit and Tana River. Some parts of these counties, including Marsa-bit, Tana River, Isiolo and Turkana are already expe-riencing drought stress,” he explained.

The government spokes-

person added that the overall food security in the country is good. However, due to the poor perfor-mance of the short rains in the months of October-December 2020, the na-tional food and nutrition security was marginally compromised. The situa-tion has been compounded further by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the desert locust invasion.

He said that with the performance of the 2021 long-rains season fore-casted to be poor, the situ-ation is likely to dip a little, and the number of those in need of humanitarian support likely to increase towards August 2021. “The Government wishes to ad-vise farmers to take advan-tage of the input subsidy to increase their productiv-ity. In areas likely to expe-rience depressed rainfall, farmers are encouraged to

plant drought-tolerant and early-maturing cereals and legumes such as cow peas, pigeon peas, Green grams, sweet potatoes, millet, sorghum and beans,” said Oguna.

Government sets aside Sh.2.28b to support drought stricken counties

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Government spokesperson Col. (Rtd) Cyrus Oguna says county governments in collaboration with the National Government have rolled out plan to assist the affected areas which include distribution of water to households in Turkana, Mandera, Garissa and Wajir

2bAmount in Kenya shillings given to over 108,800 house holds every two months under the Hunger Safety Net Program

1.4mNumber of farmers targeted in the Inua Jamii program

The Government wishes to advise farmers to take advantage of the

input subsidy to increase their productivity. In areas likely to experi-ence depressed rainfall, farmers are encouraged to plant drought-tolerant and early-maturing cereals and leg-umes such as cow peas, pigeon peas, Green grams, sweet potatoes, millet, sorghum and beans,”–Oguna

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BY AMENYA OCHIENG (KNA)

US service men based in main land Lamu County have part-nered with local youth work-ing under the Kazi Mtaani Programme in Hindi location and constructed a school to provide access to education for children within the remote Magogoni area.

Speaking to KNA in Lamu, County Housing Director Mr Omara Monyoncho stated that the Magogoni Primary school was built through a partner-ship between the “Camp Simba” American soldiers who provided iron sheets, timber, sand and cement and Kazi Mtaani youths who provided labour and also committed to expand the school that will serve Magogoni village.

Monyoncho further said that the State Department of Hous-

ing trained the youths on how to build the classrooms using interlocking stabilized soil blocks (ISSB).

Magogoni village neigh-bours the Kenya Navy base and the American “Camp Simba” base. “Thanks to the Kazi Mtaani Initiative, chil-dren within Magogoni will no longer be forced to trek long

distances up to Hindi Primary to access school with the new school being put in place,” Monyoncho stated.

He said the institution is one of legacy projects in the county aimed at improving education access to children even within the most remote areas.

Lamu County Commissioner Irungu Macharia hailed the in-

itiative by both the American soldiers and the Kazi Mtaani Youths who undertook to build the school. Hindi Ward MCA Ms Anab Mohammed on her part stated that she will ensure that the school is included in the Lamu county school feed-ing programme, being in a far flung area.

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Kazi Mtaani youth, US army rehabilitate disused primary school in restive Lamu

American soldiers based at “Camp Simba” base cut the ribbon with County Housing Director Omara Monyoncho and Hindi Ward Representative Anab Mohammed to officially open the Magogoni Primary School built as part of the Kazi Mtaani Initiative by youths in the programme.

Newly rehabitated Magogoni Primary School in Lamu built through a partnership between Camp Simba American soldiers and Kazi Mtaani youths.

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Block C - 2nd Floor Board Room.

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BY KIMANI TUIRUS (KNA)

Over 270 farmers’ groups across Embu County will benefit from

Sh100.2 million National Ag-ricultural and Rural Inclusive Growth Project (NARIGP) to increase food production and spur productivity.

While disbursing the funds at Talent Academy, Governor Martin Wambora urged the

farmers to utilize the funds prudently by investing the money on the intended pro-jects.

Wambora said through pru-dent use of the NARIGP funds, the farmers will motivate the county government to look for more funding.

The governor further assured the farmers that the county government will continue sup-porting them through com-

plementing the funding done by other players such as World Bank.

He revealed that the county government will contribute Sh 48 Million for Rupingazi Weru irrigation project which is being funded by World Bank to the tune of Sh100 million.

Jamleck Muturi, County Executive Member, Agricul-ture said the 279 groups set to benefit with the Sh 100.2 mil-

lion are engaged in mango and green gram farming as well as poultry and dairy cattle keep-ing.

The CEC said that NARIGP is aimed at helping farmers in-crease food production as well as enhancing profitability in agriculture.

In order to enhance pro-ductivity and value addition, Muturi said the county gov-ernment has released 14 mo-

torbikes that will be used by agricultural extension offic-ers in 14 wards in Manyatta, Mbeere North and Mbeere South.

He further noted that for easy reach to all the farmers, the ministry of agriculture through NARIGP has trained

over 100 farmers as trainers to others farmers.

Canon Elizabeth Kivai, nominated MCA who is the chairperson, County Assem-bly Committee on Agriculture said plans are underway to pass supplementary budget in order to fund the Rupingazi Weru Ir-rigation project.

Canon Kivai further noted that the committee has visited the NARIGP farmers and noted prudent use of the funds and many farmers are reaping much from the project adding that the county assem-bly of Embu will work closely with the executive to ensure the farmers are supported.

270 farmers’ groups in Embu receive Sh100m grant to increase production

Governor Martin Wambora

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How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications quoting job reference number ac¬companied by detailed curriculum vitae; copies of Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card, Transcripts and Testimonials; Daytime Contacts; Full Names and Contacts of three (3) referees to:

The Director/ CEOKenya Institute of Mass Communication

Uholo Road, (South B), NairobiOff Mombasa Road

P.O. Box 42422 – 00100NAIROBI.

Application to be received by 5TH MAY, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.

Detailed tender document that includes mandatory preliminary requirements, technical and financial evaluation criteria may be viewed and obtained by interested and eligible tenderers free of charge from the Authority’s website: http://www.irrigation.go.ke/tenders or GoK’s e-procurement portal, http://www.supplier.treasury.go.ke from 13th April 2021. Tenderers who intend to submit their tenders MUST promptly submit their names and contact details to: [email protected] or [email protected] for communication of any clarification(s) and addendum (s) during the tendering process.

Physical AddressChief Executive Officer/CEO

National Irrigation Authority (NIA)Unyunyizi House, First Floor, Room 309

Lenana Road, Hurlingham, Nairobi, KenyaTel: +254-20-2711380/468

Fax: +254-20-2722821/2711347E-mail: [email protected]

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/CEONATIONAL IRRIGATION AUTHORITY.

NATIONAL OPEN TENDERThe National Irrigation Authority invites sealed tenders for the following:

S.No. Tender No. Tender Name Tender Submission Deadline

Target Group

1. NIA/T/321/2020-2021 Tender for Construction Works for Thunguma Irrigation Project, Nyeri Town Constituency, Nyeri County.

4th May 2021 at 12.00 noon local time

AGPO

2 NIA/T/322/2020 -2021 Tender for Construction Works for NGK Irrigation Project, Kieni East Constitu-ency, Nyeri County.


AGPO

3 NIA/T/323/2020 - 2021 Tender for Construction Works for Laikipia East Clusters Irrigation Project, Laikipia East Constituency, Laikipia County


AGPO

4 NIA/T/324/2020 -2021 Tender for Construction Works for Muthuini Irrigation Project, Kieni West Constituency, Nyeri County, Phase 5


General

5. NIA/T/325/2020-2021 Tender for Construction works for Gamanti Irrigation Project, Imenti South Constituency, Meru County.


AGPO

6 NIA/T/326/2020-2021 Tender for Construction works for Mutonyora C Irrigation Project, Kinan-gop Constituency, Nyandarua County.


General

7 NIA/T/327/2020-2021 Tender for Construction works for Thunguma Clusters Irrigation Project, Nyeri County.


AGPO

8. NIA/T/328/2020 - 2021 Tender for Construction Works for Mathare Ini Ndunga Irrigation Project, Murang’a County


General

STATE DEPARTMENT FOR TRADE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS FOR TWO (2) PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS

MINISTRY OF INDUSTRIALIZATION, TRADE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT

The Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) is a Regional Economic Community com-prising of 21 African States, whose vision is to be a fully integrated economic community that is prosperous, internationally competitive, and ready to merge into the African Economic Community. In order to realize its vision and objectives, COMESA has also established several semi-autonomous institutions based in different Member States to support integration agenda, one of which is COMESA Federation of Women in Business (COMFWB) which is based in Lilongwe, Malawi.

COMFWB is mandated to champion the improvement of the economic conditions of women in the Member States, in order to achieve their full equal participation in their national economies. In this regard, COMFWB intends to recruit two (2) Professional Staff.

Pursuant to Rule 13 (1) of COMFWB Staff Rules and Regulations (August, 2020), applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced professionals from Member States for the following posts:

OFFICE OF THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY

S/NO NAME OF VACANT POSTS GRADE NO. OF POSTS

1. Resources Mobilization Officer P3 1

2. Digital Communications Officer P2 1

For further information, interested and qualified persons are requested to access a detailed advert and COMESA APPLICATION FORM at the websites: http://www.comesa.int/ and http://www.comfwb.org

Note:• You MUST use the official COMESA application format to make your applications; • Applications submitted directly to the Commission will not be considered; and• The application form accompanied by certified copies of educational testimonials must be sub-

mitted both electronically through email and also in hard copy.

The Completed COMESA application form, together with copies of the certified certificates and other testi-monials should reach:

THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARYMINISTRY OF INDUSTRIALIZATION, TRADE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENTSTATE DEPARTMENT FOR TRADE AND ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENTP. O Box 30430- 00100 NAIROBIEMAIL: [email protected]

OR

Hand delivery to Teleposta Towers, Kenyatta Avenue, 14th floor, HRM Registry, on or before 19th April, 2021 at 1: 00 p.m.

AMB. JOHNSON WERUPRINCIPAL SECRETARY

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Please tell us what the East African Community is all about-When was it established and what its objectives are.

The East African Community (EAC) is an inter-governmental organiza-tion bringing together six Partner States. The Treaty for the establish-ment of the East African Community (EAC) was signed on 30th Novem-ber 1999 and later came into effect in July 2000 upon its ratification by the founding Partner States of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Burundi and Rwanda joined the Community in 2007 while South Sudan joined in 2016.

The main objective of the EAC is to develop policies and programmes aimed at widening and developing co-operation among the Partner States in Political, Economic, Social and Cultural fields, Defence and Se-curity among other areas for their mutual benefits. The integration pro-cess of EAC is guided by the Treaty and 5-years Development Strategies. The integration was envisaged to be achieved through the establishment of a customs union which was to be an entry stage, then a common mar-ket, monetary union and ultimately a political federation. The integra-tion process is further spearheaded through 17 areas of cooperation within which numerous milestones and drivers are incorporated.

As a regional bloc bringing together several countries, what does the EAC governance structure look like?

The EAC Treaty specifies the man-agement structure of the integration process. The Treaty provides for the establishment of organs, institutions and entities that would coordinate and facilitate negotiations between the Partner States as well as man-agement of the agreements reached in the process.

Specifically, the Treaty provides for the creation of a Ministry in charge of EAC in every Partner State in all Part-ner States. The Ministry is charged with coordinating all agencies and departments at the national level with roles in the integration process.

As a Ministry coordinating the EAC affairs in Kenya, what are your specific mandates?

As I mentioned earlier, the estab-lishment of the Ministries responsi-ble for EAC integration is anchored in the Treaty. In this regard the Ministry of East African Community and Re-gional Development was created to spearhead Kenya’s participation in the regional integration process.

The Ministry’s mandate include: Policy on EAC; Implementation of the EAC Treaty; Coordination of im-plementation of EAC Regional Pro-jects and Programmes; promoting and fast tracking of EAC integration and coordination of Government’s participation in EAC affairs.

Kenya was recently elected chair of the EAC. What does this mean for the country and the Ministry?

Kenya assumed the chairmanship of EAC during the 21st Summit of the Heads State that took place on 27th February 2021. The chairmanship in EAC is not only an honour but also a heavy responsibility on Kenya, which as a country we definitely value. As the Chair of all EAC meetings for the next one year, Kenya is expected to objectively steer negotiations across all sectors with the aim of achieving the envisaged deeper and wider in-tegration.

Indeed, during the term of Kenya’s chairmanship of EAC, His Excellency the President is clear on the priority areas that will be focused on. These priority areas are captured in the EAC 6th Development Strategy for the pe-riod 2021 to 2025.

This definitely is a difficult time for a regional body whose activities revolve around negotiations. How is the Com-munity managing its affairs in the face of the coronavirus pandemic and the re-sultant restrictions?

Since the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic in the EAC in March 2020, most physical meetings have been suspended. This has, to some extent impacted negatively on various programmes and projects. However, this is not unique to EAC, since it has affected the normal way of doing business across the world.

As a way of ensuring that the busi-ness of the Community progresses under this environment most of the meetings are now conducted virtu-ally through means such as Video Conference (VC) to which all Partner States are connected. Where such virtual meetings are not possible due to various reasons, the EAC rules provide for some level of flexibility in the conduct of the integration busi-ness including delegation of specific powers to the Chairperson of the Council of Ministers in consultations with the Partner States.

What are your plans as the new chair of the Council of Ministers, to maintain the integration momentum?

As I mentioned earlier, the EAC

Council of Ministers is the policy organ of the EAC. All decisions with policy, financial and administrative implications must pass through the Council of Ministers. This therefore requires the Council to be active and in-charge of the integration process in order to facilitate the Community to move forward.

As the Chair of the Council, I will therefore invest a lot of energy and time in facilitating an environment where the members of the Council can come together in the negotia-tions table and provide the necessary policy directions across all sectors. This is in recognition of the fact that decisions in EAC are made through consensus with all members on board. As we focus on implementa-tion of the identified priorities.

In terms of trade, how healthy is in-tra-EAC trade?

Over the last two decades, intra-EAC trade has emerged as an impor-tant aspect of the integration process. It is on this understanding that the Treaty for the establishment of EAC specified a Customs Union as the di-rect entry into the integration in the EAC.

In this regard, intra-EAC trade has been recording significant achievements especially after the establishment of the Customs Union. For example, the total in-tra-EAC trade recorded a growth from USD5.83billion in 2014 to USD5.99billion in 2019. Over the same period the intra-EAC trade ac-counted for 11% of the total global Partner States trade. This intra-EAC trade is of significant importance considering the nature of the prod-ucts traded.

Talking of trade, how is Kenya doing in terms of trade statistics with other EAC partner states?

EAC is a major destination for Ken-

ya’s exports and progressively a major source of imports since the com-mencement of the customs union. With a combined population of 177 million people and GDP of USD193 billion, EAC is a major market for Kenya’s products, creates opportuni-ties for cross-border investment, and is a platform for creation of a unified voice in the international arena. In 2019, for example, Kenya’s exports to EAC amounted to Ksh140 billion accounting for 24% of the total Ken-ya’s exports in that year. This was an increase from Sh53 billion in 2006. Kenya also imports various prod-ucts from the Partner States record-ing Sh68 billion imports from EAC in 2019 with a huge increase from Sh6 billion in 2006. The trade balance also grew significantly from Sh47bil-lion in 2006 to Sh73 billion in favour of Kenya.

Like siblings in any family, EAC Part-ner States must each be fighting, albeit silently, for adequate space within the community. Has there been any point of deviations between these states and, if any, how have these been dealt with?

The Treaty envisages an integration process that creates an environment for mutual benefits, sharing benefits equitably and promoting people-centred mutual development of ties between Partner States in political, economic, social, cultural and tra-ditional aspects. Fundamentally the Treaty provides for a Community founded on mutual trust, peaceful co-existence and peaceful settle-ment of disputes.

The beauty in the Community is that the Treaty has provided a road-map for resolving such differences that may occur guided by the above principles.

What can you cite, in summary, as the key achievements so far registered by the EAC?

Twenty years down the line, the EAC is growing steadily and fast. Briefly, some of the achievements under these efforts include, but are not limited to, a running list of eco-nomic and socio-political areas that I can share with you.

First and foremost, the EAC was hinged on four key pillars, two of which have already been operation-alized, and whose implementation are ongoing. They include the Cus-toms Union, which came into in 2005 and which has not only attracted di-rect foreign investments to the re-gion, but has eased regional trade through faster movement of goods.

The signing of the Common Mar-ket protocol in 2010 has had a mas-sive impact on regional trade and interactions. The Common Market provides for freedoms of movement of persons, labour, goods, services and capital; and the right of estab-lishing business and residence. It is through the Common Market that professionals from across the region are now able to move across the bor-ders and take up employment. Simi-larly, the Common Market has led to the establishment of One Stop Border Posts that help in faster movement of goods and persons across the bor-ders.

On the third pillar, the Monetary Union, the protocol was signed and ratified by Partner States and its im-plementation is expected to peak with the establishment of a single currency in East Africa. The Com-munity is currently working on the establishment of the institutions re-quired to operationalize the Mone-tary Union. Regarding the fourth and final pillar of the Political Federation, the Community is currently work-ing on a constitution for the Political Confederation.

Any challenges being faced by this regional bloc, and how are they being surmounted?

A: Some of the challenges faced on the way include the following:

(a) Regular emergence of Non-Tariff Barriers (NTBs) arising from administrative and legislative meas-ures and which frustrate cross-bor-der trade and movement of people. In an effort to address the challenges, the Community has put in place vari-ous measures including an NTB law and monitoring framework.

(b) Quorum issues which re-quire participation of all Partner States. When one Partner State is not available or adequately represented, the meeting is cancelled delaying the decision making.

(c) Financial challenges. The budget of the Community is fi-nanced from Partners States through equal contributions as well as from development partners. Over the last couple of years, Partner States have faced challenges in honouring their financial obligations on time.

Regional trade blocs hold key to prosperity of national economies- CS

Kenya was recently elected chair of the East African Com-munity (EAC) during the regional bloc’s Summit held virtually owing to Covid-19 restrictions. In this week’s verbatim inter-view, MyGov’s Michael Okidi engages the Cabinet Secretary in charge of East African Community and Regional Development, Adan Mohammed, on various aspects of the EAC integration process.

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TENDER NOTICEPREQUALIFICATION OF SUPPLIERS FOR GOODS, PROVISION OF SERVICES/WORKS & REPAIR

AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR 2021-2023 FINANCIAL YEAR, FRAMEWORK CONTRACT AND TENDERS FOR 2021-2022 FINANCIAL YEAR.

Kenya Institute of Mass Communication invites applications for prequalification of Suppliers /Framework Contracts/Tenders from interested, eligible and competent bidders and special groups.

TENDER NO. TYPE ITEM DESCRIPTION

CATEGORY A SUPPLY OF GOODS

KIMC/G/01/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES -OPEN

KIMC/G/02/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF BEEF -OPEN

KIMC/G/03/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF BREAD-OPEN

KIMC/G/03/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF CHICKEN AND EGGS-OPEN

KIMC/G/04/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF HUMAN DRUGS (ONLY PHAR-MACY & POISON BOARD APPROVED FIRMS) -OPEN

KIMC/G/05/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF DRY FOOD STUFFS-OPEN

KIMC/G/06/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF TONNERS (AUTHORISED DEAL-ERS ONLY)-OPEN

KIMC/G/07/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF MILK & MILK PRODUCTS-OPEN

KIMC/G/08/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF NEWSPAPERS, PERIODICALS & MAGAZINES-YOUTH WOMEN & PERSONS WITH DISABILITY

KIMC/G/09/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF NEWSPAPERS, PERIODICALS & MAGAZINES-YOUTH

KIMC/S/10/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK PROVISION OF CLEANING SERVICES- YOUTH, WOMEN, & PERSONS WITH DISABILITY

KMC/S/11/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK PROVISION OF SANITARY COLLECTION SERVISES-OPEN

KIMC/S/12/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK PROVISION OF SECURITY AND GUARD SERVICES- OPEN

KIMC/S/13 2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK PROVISION OF FUMIGATION & PEST CONTROL SER-VICES - OPEN

KIMC/S/14/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK PROVISION OF GABBAGE COLLECTION SERVICES. - OPEN

KIMC/S/15/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK PROVISION OF MEDICAL COVER FOR KIMC COUNCIL AND STAFF MEMBER.

KIMC/S/16/2021-2022 TENDER-FRAMEWORK REPAIR & MAINTENANCE OF KITCHEN, CATERING EQUIPMENT & APPLIANCES; COLD ROOM & GAS SYS-TEMS AND OTHER RELATED SERVICES AND REPLACE-MENT OF SPAREPARTS - OPEN

CATEGORY B PRE -QUALIFICATION

KIMC/G/01/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY OF FIRE–FIGHTING EQUIPMENT- OPEN

KIMC/G/02/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF BOTTLED MINERAL WATER – (OPEN)

KIMC/G/03/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF HOUSEHOLD GOODS-PER-SONS WITH DISABILITY

KIMC/G/04/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF DETERGENTS- WOMEN

KIMC/G/05/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF STAFF UNIFORMS, PROTECTIVE CLOTHING-OPEN

KIMC/G/06/2021-2023 PREQUALIFICATION SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF GENERAL OFFICE EQUIPMENT, STATIONERY & OTHER RELATED ITEMS -OPEN

KIMC/G/07/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & FITTING OF CURTAINS, DRAPERIES AND BLINDS-YOUTH, WOMEN, & PERSON WITH DISABILITY

KIMC/G/08/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & PRINTING OF PROMOTIONAL & BRANDED MATERIALS -OPEN

KIMC/G/09/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF HARDWARE, ELECTRICAL, WA-TER FITTINGS & OTHER RELATED ITEMS-OPEN

KIMC/G/10/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF SPORTS GEAR, SPORTS EQUIP-MENT & OTHER RELATED ITEMS -OPEN

KIMC/G/11/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF COMPUTERS, COMPUTER SOFTWARE, LICENSES CONSUMABLES & OTHER PER-IFFERALS -OPEN

KIMC/G/122021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & FITTING OF AIR CONDITIONERS. -OPEN

KIMC/G/13/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & INSTALLATION OF CCTV AND ACCESS CON-TROL EQUIPMENT. -OPEN

TENDER NO. TYPE ITEM DESCRIPTION

KIMC/G/14/2021-2023 PRE-QUALIFICATION SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF PHOTOCOPIER, SCANNERS, PRINTERS & SHREDDERS MACHINES (THOSE WITH ICT AUTHORITY ACREDITATION)- OPEN

KIMC/G/152021-2023 PRE-QUALIFICATION SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF FURNITURE-OPEN

KIMC/G/16/2021-2023 PRE-QUALIFICATION SUPPLY, DELIVERY, INSTALLATION, COMMISSIONING & MODERNIZING COMPUTER LABORATORIES –OPEN

KIMC/G/17/2021-2023 PRE-QUALIFICATION SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF GENERAL PRINTING MATE-RIALS

KIMC/G/18/2021-2023 PRE-QUALIFICATION SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF SECURITY PRINTED ITEMS

CATEGORY C PROVISION OF SERVICES

KIMC/S/01/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION PROVISION OF AIR TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES (IATA REGISTERED APPROVED FIRMS ONLY)-OPEN

KIMC/S/02/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION PROVISION OF LAN; WAN; INTERNET NETWORKING; WEB, MOBIILE, & DESKTOP APPLICATION; WEB DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES -OPEN

KIMC/S/03/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION PROVISION OF PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO GRAPHICS, PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM & OTHER RELATED SER-VICES-OPEN

KIMC/S/04/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION PROVISION OF AUCTIONEERING SERVICES-OPEN

KIMC/S/05/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES - OPEN

KIMC/S/06/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION PROVISION OF EVENT ORGANIZATION SERVICES -YOUTH, WOMEN, & PERSON WITH DISABILITY

KIMC/S/07/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION REPAIR & MAINTENANCE OF COMPUTERS, PRINTERS, LAPTOPS, SCANNERS PABX MACHINES, TELEPHONE, OFFICE EQUIPMENT, MACHINES & OTHER RELATED SERVICES. -OPEN

KIMC/S/08/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION REPAIR & MAINTENANCE OF FILM, AUDIO VISUAL, BROADCASTING, EDITING, DISSEMINATION, FILM TRAINING EQUIPMENTS & OTHER RELATED SER-VICES-OPEN

KIMC/S/09/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION REPAIR & MAINTANANCE OF LAN, WAN, INTERNET NETWORKING AND UPGRADE OF WEB SITE/DESIGN SERVICES-OPEN

KIMC/S/10/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION REPAIR & SERVING OF FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT & OTHER RELATED SERVICES - OPEN

KIMC/S/11/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION REPAIR & SERVICING OF KIMC MOTOR VEHICLES -OPEN

KIMC/S/12/2021-2023 PRE- QUALIFICATION REPAIR & GENERAL MAINTENANCE TO KIMC BUILD-INGS – PLUMBING, ELECTRICAL & MINOR REPAIRS, CONTRACTORS/FIRMS WITH NCA CERTICATION) YOUTH, WOMEN, & PERSONS WITH DISABILITY

KIMC/S/13/2021-2023 PRE-QUALIFICATION PROVISION OF ASSET VALUATION & TAGGING FOR KIMC ASSETS-OPEN

Tender documents with detailed information may be obtained from the Supply Chain Management office, Kenya Institute of Mass Communication free of charge for the prequalification and upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Ksh, 1000/= per set for Tenders in each category payable at the cash office either in cash or bankers cheque to the Director, Kenya Institute of Mass Communication.

Tender documents can also be downloaded for free from our Website www.kimc.ac.ke

Completed tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes, marked with the tender number, catego-ry, type, items and be deposited in the tender box provided at (KENYA INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION SOUTH ‘’B’’ OFF MOMBASA ROAD AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE ADMINISTRATION BLOCK) or be addressed and posted to

THE DIRECTORKENYA INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION

P. O. BOX 42422-00100 NAIROBI.

To be received on or before 29TH APRIL, 2021 at 11:00 am for Prequalification of Suppliers and Tenders.

Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the tenderers representatives who choose to attend the opening at KENYA INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION, SOUTH ‘’B’’ OFF MOMBASA ROAD PREVIEW THEATRE HALL on 29TH April, 2021

Head of Supply Chain Management Services For; DIRECTOR, KENYA INSTITUTE OF MASS COMMUNICATION.

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TENDER NOTICE

CONSTRUCTION WORKS IN MACHAKOS, MAKUENI, TANA RIVER, KAJIADO, MURANG’A, BOMET, AND KITUI COUNTIES.

1. This Invitation for Bids follows the General Procurement Notice (GPN) for this project that appeared in UNDB online AfDB811-11/15 of 19th November, 2015 and on the African Development Bank Group’s Internet Website.

2. The Government of Kenya has received loan from the African Development Bank towards the cost of the Small Scale Irrigation and Value Addition Project (SIVAP). It is intended that part of the Proceeds of this loan will be applied to eligible payments under the contract for Construction Works in Machakos, Kajiado, Bomet, Makueni, Tana River, Muranga and Kitui Counties.

3. The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperatives now invites sealed bids form eligible bidders for the above works as below;

Date: 13-04-2021 Loan No: 2000130014530

Project ID No.: P-KE-AAZ-009

SMALL SCALE IRRIGATION AND VALUE ADDITION PROJECT (SIVAP)

S/N

Tender No Tender Description Bid Security Amount(Kshs)

1. MOALF/SIVAP/T005/2020-2021

Construction Of Rubiru Irrigation Scheme In Muranga County

6,000,000.00

2. MOALF/SIVAP/T006/2020-2021

Construction Of kyee mwee irrigation Scheme In makueni County

360,000.00

3. MOALF/SIVAP/T007/2020-2021

Construction Of Kitula Earth Dam In Kitui County

440,000.00

4. MOALF/SIVAP/T008/2019-2020

Construction Of Mbunza (Masin-gilini) Earth Dam In Kitui County

570,000.00

5. MOALF/SIVAP/T009/2020-2021

Construction Of Masia (Kwa Kauwi) Earth Dam In Kitui County

490,000.00

6. MOALF/SIVAP/T010/2020-2021

Construction Of Malondo Earth Dam In Kitui County

300,000.00

7. MOALF/SIVAP/T011/2020-2021

Construction Of Sikia (Kwa Katile) Earth Dam In Machakos County

240,000.00

8. MOALF/SIVAP/T012/2020-2021

Construction Of Ngomano (Kiasa) Earth Dam In Machakos County

240,000.00

9. MOALF/SIVAP/T013/2020-2021

Construction Of Mkaa Scott Earth Dam In Machakos County

240,000.00

10. MOALF/SIVAP/T014/2020-2021

Construction Of Kiunduani (Ndia Nthei) Earth Dam In Machakos County

240,000.00

11. MOALF/SIVAP/T015/2020-2021

Construction Of Kinguutheni (Kimuuni) Earth Dam In Macha-kos County

240,000.00

12. MOALF/SIVAP/T016/2020-2021

Construction Of Kiangeni (Kwa Kakai) Earth Dam In Machakos County

240,000.00

13. MOALF/SIVAP/T017/2020-2021

Construction Of Kwa Kavava Sub -Surface Dam In Machakos County

240,000.00

14. MOALF/SIVAP/T018/2020-2021

Construction Of Kwa Mutungi Earth Dam In Makueni County

240,000.00

15. MOALF/SIVAP/T019/2020-2021

Construction Of Kwa Nzoka Earth Dam In Makueni County

240,000.00

16. MOALF/SIVAP/T020/2020-2021

Construction Of Kwa Viilu Earth Dam In Makueni County

240,000

17. MOALF/SIVAP/T021/2020-2021

Construction Of Kioi Sub-Surface Dam In Makueni County

240,000.00

18. MOALF/SIVAP/T022/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Hakoka Water Pan In Tana River County

240,000.00

19. MOALF/SIVAP/T023/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Chifiri Water Pan In Tana River County

240,000.00

20. MOALF/SIVAP/T024/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Gururi Water Pan In Tana River County

240,000.00

21. MOALF/SIVAP/T025/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Bondeni Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000 .00

22. MOALF/SIVAP/T026/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Dafwoma Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000.00

23. MOALF/SIVAP/T027/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Hadampia Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000

24. MOALF/SIVAP/T028/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Ghalamani Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000.00

25. MOALF/SIVAP/T029/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Kajificheni Sahllow Well In Tana River County

100,000.00

S/N

Tender No Tender Description Bid Security Amount(Kshs)

26. MOALF/SIVAP/T030/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Vukoni Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000.00

27. MOALF/SIVAP/T031/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Rhoka Shallow Well In Tana River Coutny

100,000.00

28. MOALF/SIVAP/T032/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Lenda Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000.00

29. MOALF/SIVAP/T033/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Laini Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000.00

30. MOALF/SIVAP/T034/2020-2021

Drlling And Equipping Of Kumbi Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000.00

31. MOALF/SIVAP/T035/2020-2021

Construction Of Kaboson Bore-hole In Bomet County

160,000.00

32. MOALF/SIVAP/T036/2020-2021

Construction Of Kwa Nzanzi Community Borehole In Kitui County

150,000.00

33. MOALF/SIVAP/T037/2020-2021

Construction Of Kwa Ngeta Sub-Surface Dam In Kitui County

280,000.00

34. MOALF/SIVAP/T038/2020-2021

Construction Of Kwa Kathanza Sub-Surface Dam In Kitui County

50,000.00

35. MOALF/SIVAP/T039/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Bohoni Shallow Well In Tana River County

100,000.00

36. MOALF/SIVAP/T040/2020-2021

Drilling And Equipping Of Wechakoni Hallow Well In Tana River County

100,000 .00

37. MOALF/SIVAP/T041/2020-2021

Construction Of Kwa Mathuva Earth Dam In Makueni County

240,000.00

38. MOALF/SIVAP/T042/2020-2021

Construction Of Olehuru/Olehonko Borehole In Kajiado County

160,000.00

4. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from the Office of the Project Coordinator, Small-scale Irrigation and Value Addition Project (SIVAP), Hill Plaza 9th Floor, Ngong Road P.O. Box 30028 00100 Nairobi.

5. A complete set of bidding documents may be down loaded from our web site www.kilimo.go.ke.

6. The provisions in the Instructions to Bidders and in the General Conditions of Contract are the provisions of the African Development Bank Standard Bidding Document: Procurement of Works.

7. Bids should be clearly marked ‘Construction of ………. in………. County, Tender No. MOALF/SIVAP/……….2020-2021 and deposited at State De-partment for Crop Development and Agricultural Research Tender Box, situated at the Ground Floor, Kilimo House, Cathedral Road or posted to

Principal SecretaryState Department for Crop Development and Agricultural Research

Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and CooperativesKilimo House, Cathedral Road

P. O. Box 30028-00100 NAIROBI

and should be received on or before Tuesday 11th May, 2021 at 11.00 am local time and MUST be accompanied by a bid guarantee as indicated in the table above.

Bulky bid documents that cannot fit in the tender box should be dropped at

the Head: Supply Chain Management Office at Kilimo House, 4th Floor Room 4-2B.

8. Bids will be opened in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend at 11.00am on Tuesday 11th May, 2021 at the Conference Room Kilimo House 7th Floor.

Head, Supply Chain Management UnitState Department for Crop Development and Agricultural Research FOR: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY

BY MOHAMMED HASSAN (KNA)

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has completed the construction of the

Sh500 million modern tug jetty at the marine dockyard pro-viding Mombasa Port a critical lifeline into the future.

The new jetty which is part of the modernisation and ex-pansion programme is set for commissioning next month and is expected to last for 80 years. The modern facility seen as a crucial component of port operations will replace the old jetty which was demolished in 2020 after serving as a docking point for vessels for 70 years.

The demolished jetty lost its load bearing capacity, was un-safe and was it was in a state of disrepair by the year 2010.

According to KPA Head of Marine Engineering Stephen Toya, the new jetty is 50 me-

tres long by 20.64 metres wide while its access trestle is 14.8m metres by 11.14 metres.

“The old jetty no longer sup-ported the emerging loads placed on it and did not meet modern design standards and specifications,” said Eng.Toya.

Toya said maximum availa-bility of floating crafts is crucial to ship turnaround boosting efficiency and cutting costs, and added that the Author-ity’s floating marine crafts like the Tugboats and Pilot Cut-ters require periodic checks. He said floating marine crafts are necessary to port business since Mombasa is classified a compulsory pilotage port that further requires towing by har-bour tugs and mooring boats in securing ships to quay.

“At any given time, we can secure two boats alongside new tug jetty for repair and return them to business,” added the KPA official.

KPA completes Sh500m marine

facility in Mombasa

Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) engineers have the completed con-struction of Sh500 million modern tug jetty at the marine dockyard at Mombasa Port. PHOTO: MOHAMED HASSAN

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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

KGN-BDD-04-2021

THE PROCUREMENT OF CONSULTANCY SERVICES TO UPDATE THE FEASIBILITY STUDY OF THE KENGEN ENERGY PARK AT OLKARIA, NAIVASHA – KENYA

1. Background Information

The Government of Kenya launched the Industrial Transformation Programme in July 2015 that provided a framework for the country’s indus-trialization process. A key component of this programme is the setting up of industrial zones and parks. KenGen plans to develop an industrial park (to be called KenGen Energy Park) at the Olkaria geothermal hub in Nai-vasha and requires the services of a consultant to conduct and update the feasibility study. KenGen intends to leverage on its Geothermal resources available at Olkaria.

A feasibility study for establishment of the KenGen Energy Park was conducted and concluded in October 2016. Since then, there have been economic changes. The Laws and regulations governing industrial parks have also changed. It is therefore necessary to update the industrial park feasibility study to include the new ideas and take into account the regula-tory changes that have taken place.

It is envisaged that KenGen will use the Specially Permitted Procurement Procedures (SPPP) to attract investors at the energy park. As part of this assignment, the consultant is required to develop procedures and tem-plates for operationalizing the SPPP, as well as a comprehensive evaluation criteria and specifications that will be used to enlist suitable industrial park developers and operators.

The proposed feasibility study should evaluate various business models for the development of the Industrial Park. KenGen is now inviting consultants with experience in carrying out feasibility studies for industrial parks to sub-mit Expression of Interest (EOI) for consideration to update the Feasibility Study for the proposed KenGen Energy Park in Olkaria, Naivasha.

2. Objective To enable KenGen update the existing energy park feasibility study and create a bankable blueprint for its development considering the existing market, applicable laws and regulations governing the development.

3. Scope of the Consultancy Services The services expected for the proposed update of the feasibility study of the KenGen Energy Park shall include, but not limited to the following:

a) Review of the existing feasibility study.b) Carry out detailed Market Demand Analysis to identify suitable

products/services or industries/sectors that would be suitable for investing at the KenGen Energy Park.

c) Develop an updated feasibility study by incorporating the new ideas and government laws and regulations, including the Special Economic Zones Laws and Regulations.

d) Evaluate and recommend on industrial park development models suitable for KenGen and the Land Use Policy.

e) Develop a schematic Master Plan of the proposed Energy Park area

f) Develop a Financial Model for the energy park.g) Carry out Economic Impact Assessment.h) Recommend infrastructure requirements and cost estimates. i) Review and recommend the selling prices and tariff structures

for geothermal resources to be offered by KenGen including steam, brine, condensate, electricity, raw water and services charge.

j) Review and advise the lease price for the land.k) Develop the term sheet for the energy park.l) Carry out the cost and benefit analysis for the KenGen Energy

Park. m) Advise on the viability of the various industrial park model to

KenGen and the potential investors.n) Advice on the procurement models/approaches for attracting

investors which are suitable for KenGen Energy Park.o) Develop the Project implementation roadmap, institutional

framework and financing models.p) Develop marketing and business plans showing financial and

economic analysis.q) Prepare a detailed feasibility study report covering the scope

of the study as a minimum that meets the requirements as set out in the Special Economic Zones Laws and Regulations.

r) Develop procedures and templates for procurement of inves-tors using the Specially Permitted Procurement Procedures.

s) Develop a summary report suitable for market sounding.t) Conduct and prepare a Strategic Environmental Impact Assessment Sustainability (SEIA) study report.u) Assist KenGen to acquire National Environmental Manage-

ment Authority licence for the SEIA.

4. Summary of deliverablesThis study shall be compiled into the following separate reports:

a) A detailed feasibility study report covering the scope of the study

b) Procedures and templates for procurement of investors using the Specially Permitted Procurement Procedures.

c) Strategic Environmental Impact Assessment (SEIA) study report.

5. Mandatory requirements

a) Certificate of incorporation or equivalent (and any certificate of change of name), certified by an authorized representative of the bidder or (as the case may be) the consortium member.

b) Financial Statements for the last 3 years including Tax registra-tion and Tax compliance certificates or equivalent documents applicable in the bidder’s Country of origin. (For consortium arrangements, each member must meet the requirements).

c) List of consultancy services on similar studies, including a brief description of the study (scale and scope) and the status of the study.

d) A list of studies that the proposed team members including the team leader have experience relevant to this study indicat-ing the scope, responsibilities and duration of engagement for each team member.

e) Where the applicant is a consortium, a list of the proposed mem-bers of the consortium and the proposed Leader of the consortium and the roles of each member.

6. Eligibility and Documentation Requirements

The expression of interest must be accompanied by the consultant’s qualifi-cations, professional capabilities and details of past experience related to the requested consultancy services. This consultancy requires the services of com-petent firms knowledgeable in carrying out feasibility studies of industrial parks and preparing SEIA/ESIA study reports.

a. The eligible firms shall have: i) At least 10 years’ experience in industrial park development consultancy. ii) Demonstrate successful performance in carrying out at least three (3)

similar scope of work studies in the past 15 years. The consultant shall provide at least three references for consultancies carried on industrial park development.

iii) It is anticipated that Consultants responding to this EOI will be an indi-vidual firm or association. In case of an association, the members shall submit a declaration confirming their association (joint venture or

consortium) with indication of the Lead Partner of such an association. iv) Foreign consultant firms shall incorporate local consultants in their teams

in accordance with the statutory local content requirement. v) Demonstrate a strong & stable financial status by positive cash flows, net

worth and profitability for the immediate last 3 years.

b. Firms should submit Company Profile consisting of the following:i) Scope of services offered by the firm.ii) Name of firms that bid jointly (if applicable) should submit consortium

agreements between parties involved, duly certified by a law firmiii) Contact details of the firm; physical address, phone number and email

addresses.iv) Organization structure of the firm.v) Contact person with designation and contact details (physical address,

phone number and email addresses).vi) List of key staff relevant to the assignment and their profile (must be

composed of relevant staff with a mix of appropriate expertise). Pro-fessionals who are proposed must be registered as consultants with re-spective registration bodies and with experience in at least three similar projects.

7. Clarifications

The interested parties may request for clarifications on this expression of interest up to ten (10) days before the EOI submission date. Any request for clarification must be sent in writing by paper mail or electronic mail to:

Supply Chain Director,Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC,Ground Floor, KenGen Pension Plaza I,Kolobot Road, Parklands,P.O. Box 47936, 00100, NAIROBI.Tel: +254 2 3202000;Fax: +254 2 248848

Email: [email protected]

CC: [email protected]; [email protected]: [email protected]

8. Submission.

Submission of the prequalification documents made in English must be re-ceived in a plain sealed envelope marked on the outer envelope “CONFI-DENTIAL - KGN-BDD-04-2021 - EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF CONSULTANCY SERVICES TO UPDATE THE FEASIBILITY STUDY OF THE KENGEN ENERGY PARK AT OLKARIA, NAIVASHA – KENYA on or before 4th May 2021 at 1000 hrs and addressed to:

Supply Chain Director, Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC, Ground Floor, KenGen Pension Plaza I, Kolobot Road, Parklands, P.O. Box 47936-00100 Nairobi, Kenya

The tender documents (EOI) should be dropped at the tender box located on Ground Floor at KenGen, RBS building. Bids that cannot fit in the tender box should be submitted to the Supply Chain Director Office located on the Ground Floor KenGen Plaza I before the submission deadline.

Bidders should submit one original and two (2) copies of the EOI on or before 4th May 2021 at 1000 hrs. The EOI will be opened on the same day in public at 10.30 hours, (Kenyan time) at KenGen Pension Plaza II, Supply Chain Office, Ground Floor in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend.

The Expression of Interest can also be viewed and downloaded from our website www.kengen.co.ke

Bidders are advised to be checking the websites from time to time up to seven (7) days before the submission date for any uploaded information through clarification/addendum.

Only firms pre-qualified under this procedure will be invited to submit their Technical and Financial proposals under the Request for Proposals (RFP).

KenGen reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications without the obligation to assign any reason for the decision. Only individuals pre-qualified under this procedure will be issued with the tender documents and be invited to submit their technical and financial bids.


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ISO 9001:2015

BY MABEL SHIKUKU (KNA)

Narok County has so far vaccinated 4,552 peo-ple against the Covid-

19 since the beginning of the vaccination exercise early last month.

Speaking to KNA , the County Public Health Officer Mr. Edward Oludaru Tankoi said, 848 of those who have received the first jab of vac-cination are health workers, 460 security personnel, 463 teachers and 1,752 others be-long to the other groups which the government had ear-marked for vaccination such as those above 58 years of age and those living with various health conditions which make them susceptible to Covid-19 complications. Tankoi said the county has so far received a total of 6,000 doses of the Coronavirus vaccine out of which more than 4,800 have already been used, but they are expecting more supplies from the main depot in Kitengela in Kajiado. The county is tar-geting to vaccinate close to 2,000 workers in the health sector including support staff and other priority groups such as teachers and secu-rity personnel. “So far, there is an increase in demand for the vaccine from the targeted groups, especially those over 58 years of age,” he said.

The County Public Health

officer said they have now opened another vaccination centre at Kilgoris Sub-County Hospital in Trans Mara West to serve the larger Trans Mara area and supplement the vac-cination centre at Narok Refer-ral Hospital.

The National Government received 1.02million doses of Coronavirus vaccine from Ox-ford AstraZeneca Company manufactured in India and a further 100,000 doses which came later for this first phase of vaccination against Covid-19 pandemic which is targeting frontline workers who are at the highest risk such as health workers, teachers and security personnel.

The government hopes to vaccinate about 30 percent of its population against the Coronavirus pandemic by mid this year.

Tankoi reiterated his ear-lier stance to residents and all stakeholders including health workers not to let down their guard in protecting themselves from the Covid-19 and advised wananchi to continue observ-ing the Ministry of Health guidelines on Covid-19.

“We should continue ob-serving all these ministry of health guidelines until such a time that the entire country is vaccinated or develop herd immunity,” he said.

Narok vaccinates 4,500 as it ramps up

campaign against Covid-19

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The Jomo Kenyatta Foundation (JKF) is a Company Limited by guarantee and having no share capital. It is a leading educational publisher established by the Government of Kenya in 1966 and is committed to provision of customer focused publications, printing solutions and scholarships. The scholarships are extended to bright needy secondary school children.

In pursuit of its mission and guided by the vision of an educated, empowered and inclusive society, and a leading scholarship provider to the needy in Kenya, the Foundation wishes to engage a consultant to conduct a company and staff reorganization. A review of the JKF’s existing structures among them the Human Resources Establishment and Organizational Structure is critical in order to align the same to the changing business environment.

The consultancy services will be conducted within JKF Head Office in Industrial Area, off Enterprise Road, Nairobi.

Duly completed bid documents clearly marked “JKF/RFP/001/2020 - 2021 Request for Proposals for consultancy services on company and staff reorganization” in plain sealed envelope should be deposited in the tender box located at the reception area on or before 28th April, 2021 at 11.30 a.m. or be addressed to:-

The Managing Director,The Jomo Kenyatta Foundation, Enterprise Road, Industrial Area,P.O. Box 30533 - 00100, Nairobi. Tel. +254 020 557222, 531965

E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.jkf.co.ke

Tenders will be opened immediately after closing in the JKF Board Room in the presence of the candidates or their representatives who choose to attend.JKF reserves the right to accept or reject any tender either wholly or in part without giving reasons thereof and does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any tender.

We are ISO 9001:2015 certified

TENDER NOTICETENDER REF No. JKF/RFP/001/2020 - 2021

TENDER NAME Request for Proposals for consultancy services on company and staff reorganization

S/NO

DESCRIPTION TENDER NO CLOSING DATES & TIME

BID BOND AMOUNT IN KSHS.

1 Supply and delivery of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

ODP/ONT/004/2020-2021 27/04/2021 at 10.00 a.m.

200,000

2 Supply and Delivery of Fresh Cut Flowers ODP/ONT/005/2020-2021 27/04/2021 at 10.00 a.m.

200,000

3 Provision of Fumigation Services ODP/ONT/006/2020-2021 27/04/2021 200,000

4 Provision of desludging Services- sewerage system in Karen

ODP/ONT/007/2020-2021 27/04/2021at 10.00 a.m.

200,000

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY PRESIDENT

The Government through the Office of the Deputy President invites tenders for the following;

TENDER NOTICE

1. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from and inspect the bidding documents at the procurement office Harambee House Annex 1st Floor, in person or against a written application.

2. A complete set of bidding documents may be purchased by interested bidders upon payment of a non-refund-able fee of Kenya Shillings One Thousand Only (KES 1,000.00) per set/tender in Cash at the Cash Office situated at 1st Floor, Harambee House Annex, Harambee Avenue or in banker’s cheque payable to the Secretary Administration, Office of the Deputy President OR download the document for free from the website:

[email protected]

3. One original and one Copy of the tenders in plain sealed envelopes should be clearly marked the tender number and should be addressed to:

Secretary AdministrationOffice of the Deputy President


And be deposited at Office of the Deputy President Tender Box, situated at the Ground Floor, Harambee House Annex, Harambee Avenue or posted to the address above and should be received on or before 27th April, 2021 at 10.00 a.m. local time and MUST be accompanied by a bid guarantee as indicated in the table above from reputable bank or insurance company.

Bulky bid documents that cannot fit in the tender box should be dropped at the Head of Supply Chain Manage-ment Office at Harambee House Annex, 1st Floor Room 1-11B.

4. Bids will be opened in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend at 10.00 a.m. on 27th April, 2021 at the Conference Room Harambee House Annex 4th Floor.

HEAD SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT UNITFOR: SECRETARY ADMINISTARTION

KENYA INSTITUTE FOR THE BLINDOur Vision:

“Quality education for inclusion and self-reliance for persons with visual impairment.”

Our Mission:

“To produce and provide specialized materials and services to enable persons with visual impairment access quality education and participate fully in society.”

TENDER NOTICE.Kenya Institute for the Blind (KIB) is a public institution under the Ministry of Education that is mandated to transcribe and produce appropriate and accessible teaching and learning materials; provide educational rehabilitation, compensatory skills and training; provide assistive technology and devices; and offer library and information services to learners and other persons with visual impairment.

Kenya Institute for the Blind invites applications for tenders from interested and eligible contractors for the tender below:

Interested and eligible firms may inspect, view and download the tender document free of charge from the Kenya Institute for The Blind website: www.keib.or.ke or Public Procurement Information Portal (PPIP)Website: www.tenders.go.ke Any request for clarifications must be made in writing and submitted on email: [email protected] All Clarification and/or addendums will be posted on the Institute website. Mandatory pre-tender site visit for bidders will be held on 20th April 2021 1000hrs at the Institute.

Eligible bidders who download the document from the website above are required to submit their particulars (Name, Address of the firm, contact person, tender number and their mobile telephone number) to the Email address above using their official email address.

Prices quoted should be net inclusive of all taxes and delivery costs, must be expressed in Kenya shillings and shall remain valid for a period of 120 days from the closing date of the tender. The tender must be accompanied by tender security of 2% of the tender sum, in form of a guarantee from a reputable bank approved by the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) and Payable to Kenya Institute for The Blind. The tender Document must be paginated and serialized sequentially pursuant to Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015.

Completed tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked TENDER NUMBER and TENDER NAME and should be addressed to:

THE PRINCIPAL KENYA INSTITUTE FOR THE BLIND

P.O BOX 31082 – 00600NAIROBI

And deposited in the Tender Box situated at the KIB Administration Block at the Reception or sent by post so as to be received on or before 26th April 2021 at 1100hrs.

Tender Documents will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend at the site. The Ministry of Health COVID-19 Protocols shall apply.

PRINCIPAL KENYA INSTITUTE FOR THE BLIND.

Tender No. Tender Description. Category .

KIB/CON/01/2020-2021 PROPOSED ACCOMODATION FACILITY (HOSTEL BLOCK) FOR KENYA INSTITUTE FOR THE BLIND.

NCA 6 AND ABOVE

AGRICULTURE AND FOOD AUTHORITY (AFA)

HORTICULTURE CROPS DIRECTORATE

NOTICE TO HORTICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCE DEALERS

TAKE NOTICE THAT PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE CROPS (HORTICULTURE CROPS) REGULATIONS 2020 AND KS 1758 (NATIONAL STANDARD FOR HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTS), THE FOLLOWING SHALL APPLY

1. TRANSPORTATION AND PACKAGING OF HORTICULTURE PRODUCE

To preserve the quality, hygiene and ensure food safety of horticultural produce during transportation, dealers of horticultural produce (Fruits, Vegetables and Flowers) are notified that;

i. The package weight of horticultural produce shall not exceed fifty (50) kilogrammes.

ii. The packaging material used for horticultural produce shall have the capacity to contain the produce, enabling the required quantity to be handled as one-unit.

iii. Transportation of horticultural produce to the market shall be done in ventilated closed vehicles to maintain optimal tem-peratures, humidity and hygiene

2. IMPORTERS

i. All importers of horticultural crops must be licensed by with Horticulture Crops Directorate and apply for an import certificate for every consignment.

ii. Importers are required to make the license application through the IMIS system using the following link: https://imis.afa.go.ke:81/webui/

iii. Importers are required to familiarize themselves with regulation 26 and 27 of the Horticulture regulations available on the AFA website www.afa.go.ke

Note that contravention of these requirements is an offence

For further clarification, contact:

The Director Horticulture Crops DirectorateNairobi Horticultural Centre next to JKIA, P.O. Box 42601 - 00100Telephone: 020-2088469, 020-2131560 Email: [email protected] / Website: www.afa.go.ke

SIGNED

KELLO HARSAMAAg. DIRECTOR GENERAL

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3) Email: [email protected] 4) Website: www.tip-offs.com

Interested firms may obtain further information from the office of the Supply Chain Director, Tel: (254) (020) 3666230, Email: [email protected] on normal working days beginning on the date of advert. The tender documents may be collected upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KShs.1, 000.00 paid in cash or through a banker’s cheque at any KenGen finance office.

The document can also be viewed and downloaded from the website www.kengen.co.ke and on E-procurement https://eprocurement.kengen.co.ke:50001/irj/portal.

SUBMISSION OF TENDERS:

1. Tender documents must be submitted online through KenGen E-Procurement web portal found on the KenGen web-site (www.kengen.co.ke)

2. Bidders who are interested in this tender MUST ensure that they are registered in the E-Procurement Portal. Please ensure compliance to the following;

• For suppliers registering for the first time ensure the “Public Procurement” checkbox is ticked so that the login details are sent to suppliers automatically

• It is a mandatory requirement that all documents are uploaded to the c-folder of the SRM System through the link ‘Technical RFx response’. No responses/documents shall be attached to the ‘notes and attachments’ tab as they will not be considered for evaluation.

• Prices to be entered under item of the RFx shall be similar to be prices in the price schedule.

Bidders who require any form of assistance on how to bid via the system are advised to download a manual from the website or may contact [email protected]

The original Tender Security where applicable in the form and amount specified must be delivered in plain sealed envelope clearly labelled with the tender number and tender description before the closing date to the following address: Supply Chain Director, Kenya Electricity Generating Company PLC, Ground Floor, KenGen Pension Plaza I, Kolobot Road, Parklands, P.O. Box 47936, 00100 NAIROBI.

Tenders will be opened online soon after the closing time in the presence of the candidates’ representatives who choose to attend at KenGen Pension Plaza 2, Tender opening room, Ground floor.

N/B: KenGen adheres to high standards of integrity in its business operations. Report any unethical behavior immediately to the provided anonymous hotline service.

1) Call Toll Free: 0800722626 2) Free Fax: 00800 007788



NO TENDER NO DESCRIPTION ELIGIBILITY CLOSING DATE

1 KGN-NGONG-02-2021 Tender for Supply and Delivery of Trans-formers for Ngong Power Station.

Youth Enterprise

28th April 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

2 KGN-ADM-05-2021 Tender for Electrical Works at Central Of-fice, Mbotela, Nairobi South, Forest Road Houses And Ngong Power Station.(Framework Contract)

Youth Enterprise

28th April 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

3 KGN-ADM-06-2021 Tender for Plumbing and General Works Repairs and Maintenance at Central Of-fice, Mbotela, Nairobi South, Forest Road Houses And Ngong Power Station.(Framework Contract)

Women Enterprise

29th April 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

4 KGN-GDD-027-2021 Tender for Supply of Mobile Diesel Engine Driven Welding / Generator / Compressor Combo Set Machine.

Youth Enterprise

29th April 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

5 KGN-TURK-04-2021 Tender for Supply of Strategic Spares for Turkwel Power Station.

Youth Enterprise

3rd May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

6 KGN-SONDU-015-2021

Tender for Construction of Four Units One (1) Bedroom Houses at Sondu Power Station.

Women Enterprise

3rd May 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

7 KGN-TURK-06-2021 Tender for the Construction of Five (5) Guard Houses, Septic Tanks, Pit Latrine and Conservancy Tank at Turkwel Power Station.

Youth Enterprise

4th May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

8 KGN-HYD-018-2021 Tender for Supply and Delivery of Assort-ed Diving Equipment

Youth Enterprise

4th May 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

9 KGN-IT-08-2021 Tender for Netback up Licenses Support Renewal and Mail Archive Solution.

PLWD Enterprise

5th May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

10 KGN-ADM-07-2021 Tender for Provision of Fumigation Services.

PLWD Enterprise

5th May 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

11 KGN-SID-03-2021 Tender for Supply and Delivery of Brand-ed Giveaways.

Women Enterprise

6th May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

12 KGN-TURK-08-2021 Tender for Supply and Delivery of 3 Tonne Electric Forklift Truck for Turkwel Power Station.

Women Enterprise

6th May 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

13 KGN-HYD-019-2021 Tender for Internal Roads Repair Works at Kiambere Power Station-Phase B.

Women Enterprise

10th May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

14 KGN-HYD-020-2021 Tender for Gitaru Power Station Pave-ment and Drainage System Improve-ment.

Women Enterprise

10th May 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

15 KGN-PROC-02-2021 Tender for Supply of Stationery. (Framework tender)

PLWD Enterprise

11th May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

16 KGN-IT-09-2021 Tender for Supply of IP Phones and Cisco Switches.

PLWD Enterprise

11th May 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

17 KGN-HYD-021-2021 Tender for Supply and Delivery of Assort-ed Electrical Safety Equipment.

PLWD Enterprise

12th May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

18 KGN-GDD- 056- 2021 Tender for Supply of Portable Diesel Powered Brine Pump and Generator.

Youth Enterprise

12th May 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

19 KGN-GDD-018-2021 Tender for Supply of Assorted Hand Tools and Equipment.

Youth Enterprise

13th May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

20 KGN-HYD-022-2021 Tender for Service and Repair of Gitaru Water Bottling Plant.

Citizen Contractors

13th May 2021 at 2.00 p.m.

21 KGN-SID-04-2021 Tender for Supply, Installation and Commissioning of a Hard Bearing Horizontal Balancing Machine at Olkaria Geothermal Project and Training.

Open National

17th May 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

COUNTRY: KENYA

HORN OF AFRICA GATEWAY DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

Credit No.: P161305

ASSIGMENT TITLE: REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR FEASIBILITY STUDY, ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL IMPACT STUDY, PRELIMINARY AND DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGN FOR MADOGO JUNCTION (A3/B89) –GARISSA-MODIKA –DAADAB - LIBOI- HARHAR (A3) ROAD SECTION (211 Km)

REFERENCE NUMBER: KE-KENHA-199084-CS-QCBS

1. The Government of the Republic of Kenya has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) towards the cost of the Horn of Africa Gateway Development Project. The Kenya National Highways Authority, an imple-menting agency of the Government of Kenya, intends to use part of the proceeds of the credit to engage qualified and experienced firms to undertake Consulting Services.

2. The consulting services (“the Services”) include but are not limited to:

Conducting of Feasibility Studies, Environmental and Social Impact Study, Preliminary and Detailed Engineer-ing Design and Preparation of Bidding Documents for the Madogo Junction (A3/B89) - Garissa - Modika – Daadab - Liboi – Harhar (A3) Road Corridor approximate (211 Km).

The estimated number of person-months of key professional personnel for this assignment is 189 and the Project dura-tion will be 18 Months.

The Detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website: www.kenha.co.ke 3. The Kenya National Highways Authority, a State Corporation under the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing,

Urban Development and Public Works established under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007, now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are:

a. Firm’s competence and experience in terms of successfully delivering similar assignments in Design Review, Detailed Engineering Design and construction supervision of bridges and highways in similar countries and preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Specific experience of successful completion of minimum three (3) similar nature and complexity assignments within the last ten years is required. The nature and similarity of the assignments includes Design Review, Conducting of Feasibility Studies, preparation of Social and Environmental Safeguard Instruments, Detailed Engineering Design, Preparation of Bidding Documents, Supervising Environ-mental and Social Impact Management Plans to International Standards in addition to the technical engineering and contractual management role.

b. Applicant firm’s institutional, Technical and Managerial capabilities, as demonstrated through the firm’s financial and technical strength and established quality management systems and reputability;

c. Suitability and relevance of area of core business of applicant firm to the envisaged assignment and number of active years in similar business;

d. Experience in similar conditions (in low middle-income countries and in Sub-Saharan Africa) would be an added advantage; Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.

4. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrower’s, Fourth Edition, November 2020, (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

5. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications, but should indicate clearly whether the as-sociation is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected

6. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrower’s, Fourth Edition, November 2020, which can be found at the following website: www.worldbank.org/procurement.

7. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours Mondays to Fridays from (0800 to 1700 hours local time), excluding public holidays.

8. Expressions of interest must be delivered in written form and clearly marked with contract name and reference number and delivered to the address below or deposited in the box at Kenya National Highways Authority Headquarters, Tender Box 2nd Floor, Block C, Barabara Plaza, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) off Airport South Road, along Mazao Road, Nairobi. and/or to be addressed to the:

Deputy Director, Supply Chain ManagementKenya National Highways Authority,

Barabara Plaza, Block C, 2nd Floor, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA),off airport South Road, along Mazao Road,

P.O. Box 49712 – 00100NAIROBI, KENYA

So as to be received on or before Thursday, 27th May 2021 at 1100hrs local time.

9. Opening of the proposals will take place immediately thereafter at the KeNHA Headquarters, Second Floor, Block C, Barabara Plaza, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) off Airport South Road, along Mazao Road, Nairobi in the Presence of tenderers representatives who wish to attend.

10. Further information may be obtained from the address below:

Attention: Director (Development)Street Address: Kenya National Highways Authority Block A, Barabara Plaza, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) off Airport South Road, along Mazao Road, NairobiFloor/Room Number: Second Floor, Directorate of DevelopmentCity: NAIROBI, KENYATelephone: +254 20 4954200 Email addresses: [email protected], [email protected]

Deputy Director – Supply Chain ManagementFOR: DIRECTOR GENERAL

Customer Care Hotline : 020 - 2989000Customer Care customercare@kenha, Reporting Corruption: [email protected]

@KeNHAKenya Web : www.kenha.co.ke Kenya National Highways Authority

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PHYSICAL AND LAND USE PLANNING ACT, 2019PUBLIC NOTICE

COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF MACHAKOSPUBLIC NOTICE

THE PHYSICAL AND LAND USE PLANNING ACT, 2019

COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KAJIADOPUBLIC NOTICE


Pursuant to the provisions of Section 29 of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019, the County Governments of Machakos, Makueni and Kajiado have in consultation with the National Government agreed to formulate an Inter-county Physical and Land Use Development Plan covering the area falling within the ten kilometer radius around the Konza Technopolis city.

The purpose of the Inter-county Physical and Land Use Development Plan will be to:

1. Provide a mutually agreed spatial development framework for symbiotic and sustainable co-existence between the Konza Technopolis City and the adjacent areas falling within the jurisdiction of the three counties and

2. Provide the requisite basic guidelines and standards for regulation of land use practices and general development control activities for the respective planning authorities, developers, property owners, government agencies and non state stakeholders.

The formulation of the Inter-county Physical and Land Use Development Plan will be overseen by the Inter-County Joint Physical and Land Use Planning Committee consisting of the respective County Executive Committee Members responsible for physical and land use planning matters, two other relevant County Executive Committee Members, copted representatives from the relevant National Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (including the Konza Technopolis Development Authority) and the Director-General of Physical and Land Use Planning who shall be the ex-officio member ad coordinator of the planning activities.

The formulation of the Inter-county Physical and Land Use Development Plan will largely entail the review of the Approved Development Plan No. 03 (Konza Techno City Buffer Zoning Plan Ref. No. 2564/2013/01) and will adopt a highly participatory and consultative process.

Now therefore, in view of the foregoing and in order to safeguard the integrity of the physical and land use planning practices in the subject areas, it has been decided and hereby declared that all developments be suspended for a period of ninety days with effect from the date of this Notice. For avoidance of doubt and to ensure clarity, this suspension will apply to:

1. All proposals for subdivision and amalgamation of land, change of user as well as extension of user that are yet to be registered under the Land Registration Act, 2012.

2. All building plans and proposal civil works that are yet to be commenced.

Further, all development proposals that have been processed and approved as required under the provisions of section 58 of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019 stand suspended until completion of the formulation of the Inter-county Physical and Land Use Development Plan upon which such approvals will be reviewed as appropriate.

All are invited to note that this Notice applies to the specified zone that falls within the Machakos County as indicated in the attached diagram.

Dated this 13th Day of April, 2021

Hon. Evelyne Kavuu MutieCounty Executive Committee MemberEnergy, Lands, Housing and Urban DevelopmentCounty Government of MachakosP.O Box 262 - 90110MACHAKOS

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 29 of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019, the County Governments of Machakos, Makueni and Kajiado have in consultation with the National Government agreed to formulate an Inter-County Physical and Land Use Development Plan covering the area falling within the ten kilometer radius around the Konza Technopolis city.The purpose of the Inter-County Physical and Land Use Development Plan will be to:1. Provide a mutually agreed spatial development framework for symbiotic and sustainable

co-existence between the Konza Technopolis City and the adjacent areas falling within the jurisdiction of the three counties and

2. Provide the requisite basic guidelines and standards for regulation of land use practices and general development control activities for the respective planning authorities, developers, property owners, government agencies and non-state stakeholders.The formulation of the Inter-county Physical and Land Use Development Plan will be overseen by the Inter-County Joint Physical and Land Use Planning Committee consisting of the respective County Executive Committee Members responsible for physical and land use planning matters, two other relevant County Executive Committee Members, coopted representatives from the relevant National Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (including the Konza Technopolis Development Authority) and the Director-General of Physical and Land Use Planning who shall be the ex-officio member ad coordinator of the planning activities.The formulation of the Inter-County Physical and Land Use Development Plan will largely entail the review of the Approved Development Plan No. 03 (Konza Techno City Buffer Zoning Plan Ref. No. 2564/2013/01) and will adopt a highly participatory and consultative process.

GOVERNMENT OF MAKUENI COUNTYPUBLIC NOTICE


Pursuant to the provisions of Section 29 of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019, the County Governments of Machakos, Makueni and Kajiado have in consultation with the National Government agreed to formulate an Inter-County Physical and Land Use Development Plan covering the area falling within the ten kilometer radius around the Konza Technopolis city.

The purpose of the Inter-County Physical and Land Use Development Plan will be to:

1. Provide a mutually agreed spatial development framework for symbiotic and sustainable co-existence between the Konza Technopolis City and the adjacent areas falling within the jurisdiction of the three counties and

2. Provide the requisite basic guidelines and standards for regulation of land use practices and general development control activities for the respective planning authorities, developers, property owners, government agencies and non-state stakeholders.

The formulation of the Inter-county Physical and Land Use Development Plan will be overseen by the Inter-County Joint Physical and Land Use Planning Committee consisting of the respective County Executive Committee Members responsible for physical and land use planning matters, two other relevant County Executive Committee Members, coopted representatives from the relevant National Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies (including the Konza Technopolis Development Authority) and the Director-General of Physical and Land Use Planning who shall be the ex-officio member ad coordinator of the planning activities.

The formulation of the Inter-County Physical and Land Use Development Plan will largely entail the review of the Approved Development Plan No. 03 (Konza Techno City Buffer Zoning Plan Ref. No. 2564/2013/01) and will adopt a highly participatory and consultative process.

Now therefore, in view of the foregoing and in order to safeguard the integrity of the physical and land use planning practices in the subject areas, it has been decided and hereby declared that all developments be suspended for a period of ninety days with effect from the date of this Notice. For avoidance of doubt and to ensure clarity, this suspension will apply to:

1. All proposals for subdivision and amalgamation of land, change of user as well as extension of user that are yet to be registered under the Land Registration Act, 2012.

2. All building plans and proposed civil works that are yet to be commenced.

Further, all development proposals that have been processed and approved as required under the provisions of section 58 of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019 stand suspended until completion of the formulation of the Inter-County Physical and Land Use Development Plan upon which such approvals will be reviewed as appropriate.

All are invited to note that this Notice applies to the specified zone that falls within the Makueni County as indicated in the attached diagram.


Hon. Julius Mulwa KaloiCounty Executive Committee MemberLands, Urban Development, Environmentand Climate ChangeCounty Government of MakueniP.O Box 78 – 90300MAKUENI

Now therefore, in view of the foregoing and in order to safeguard the integrity of the physical and land use planning practices in the subject areas, it has been decided and hereby declared that all developments be suspended for a period of ninety days with effect from the date of this Notice. For avoidance of doubt and to ensure clarity, this suspension will apply to:1. All proposals for subdivision and amalgamation of land, change of user as well as extension of

user that are yet to be registered under the Land Registration Act, 2012. 2. All building plans and proposed civil works that are yet to be commenced.Further, all development proposals that have been processed and approved as required under the provisions of section 58 of the Physical and Land Use Planning Act, 2019 stand suspended until completion of the formulation of the Inter-County Physical and Land Use Development Plan upon which such approvals will be reviewed as appropriate.All are invited to note that this Notice applies to the specified zone that falls within the Kajiado County as indicated in the attached diagram.


Hamilton ParseinaCounty Executive Committee MemberLands, Physical Planning, Housing, Urban Development & MunicipalitiesCounty Government of KajiadoP.O Box 11 – 01100KAJIADO

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KONZA TECHNOCITY BUFFER ZONE EXTENT PER COUNTY

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NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION (NACOSTI)

NATIONAL COMPETETIVE BIDING (NCB)1. The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation now invites bids from eligible bidders for the

mentioned tender as below:

2. A complete set of tender documents may be obtained by interested candidates on the National Commission for Science Technology and Innovation website-www.nacosti.go.ke.

3. The date of Publication in the website for the tender for Provision of Security Services will be on 13th April, 2021 and closing/opening date will be on 27th April, 2021 at 10.00 am.

4. Interested eligible candidates may obtain further information from the office of the Head, Supply Chain Manage-ment Services, National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation, NACOSTI Building, Upper Kabete Road, 1st Floor Room 101 P.O Box 30623 – 00100, NAIROBI, during normal working hours.

5. Completed tender documents shall be received in hard copy. One Original Tender document and One Copy of the

tender document.

6. Bids must be delivered to the office of the Deputy Director, Supply Chain Management Unit, NACOSTI Build-ing, Upper Kabete Road, 1st Floor Room 101 P.O Box 30623 – 00100, NAIROBI.

7. Bids shall be valid for a period of 120 days after bid opening and the tender for Provision of Security Services must be accompanied by a bid security of Kenya Shillings of Sixty Thousand (Kshs. 60,000). The bid security shall be in the form of a bank guarantee and must be from a reputable bank supervised by Central Bank in Kenya or PPRA approved insurance firm.

8. Site visit for the tender on Provision of Security Services will be on 19th April, 2021 from 10.00 am.

9. Bids will be opened at 10.00 am Local Time on 27th April, 2021 at the 1st Floor Conference Room of:

National Commission for Science, Technology and InnovationNACOSTI Building, Upper Kabete Road

P.O Box 3-623-00100 NairobiAttention: Deputy Director Supply Chain Management Unit

Tender No. Tender Description Reservation and Preference Group

NACOSTI/T/ADM/004/2020-2021 Provision of Security Services General Public

EXTENSION FOR PAYMENT OF CONCORD INSURANCE CO. LTD (IN LIQUIDATION) POLICYHOLDER CLAIMS

Policyholders Compensation Fund (PCF) is a State Corporation set up pursuant to Section 179 of the Insurance Act. The Fund was operationalized vide Legal Notice No. 105 of 2004. The Act clearly sets out the mandate of the Fund. This is further elaborated in the Policy-holders Compensation Fund Regulations, 2010.

Further to the Public Notice issued on 10th March, 2021, policyholders and beneficiaries of Concord Insurance Company Limited (In Liquidation) are hereby notified that the payment period to lodge their claims has been extended for an additional 30 days. The new dead-line is now 14th May, 2021.

All claimants of Concord Insurance Co. Ltd are required to:

i). Download the claims form from PCF website (www.pcf.go.ke), IRA website (www.ira.go.ke) or pick the form from PCF offices 2nd Floor, Zep Re Place, Longonot Road).

ii). Fill the form in duplicate and attach copies of the required documents. iii). Submit to PCF for verification, approval and processing for payment.

NOTE

The process of verification and approval for payment will take approximately 30 days. This will be done in line with the Fund’s guidelines and procedures. Claimants are requested to exercise patience as the process is undertaken.

Commissioner of InsuranceInsurance Regulatory AuthorityTel: 020 4996000/701Email: [email protected]

Managing TrusteePolicyholders Compensation FundTel: 020 499 6236/7/8Email: [email protected]

MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT AND FORESTRY

TENDER NOTICE

Interested eligible candidates may obtain tender documents from Ministry of Environment and Forestry, Ragati Road, NHIF Building, 11th floor, Supply Chain Management Office room 1102 during normal working hours (8.00 am to 5.00pm, Monday-Friday, with exemption of public holidays) upon payment of non-refundable fee of Ksh 1000 payable in cash or Bankers cheque to the Principal Secretary Ministry of Environment and Forestry or download the document free of charge from Ministry website:www.environment.go.ke, or http:supplier.treasury.go.ke and www.tenders.go.ke. In case the documents are downloaded, bidders must inform the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, Supply Chain Management Services immediately for recording purpose.

Prices quoted should be net inclusive of all taxes, must be in Kenya Shillings and should remain valid for 120 days.

Complete tender documents (Original and a copy) enclosed in plain sealed outer envelope clearly marked with tender name and tender number should be deposited in the Tender Box located at Ministry Environment and Forestry, Ragati Road, NHIF Building, 11th floor and be addressed to the Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, P.O. Box 30126, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya, so as to be received on or before 27th

April, 2021 at 10.00 Am East African time

Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter at Ministry of Environment and Forestry boardroom, Ragati Road, NHIF Building, 12th floor in the presence of candidates or their representatives who choose to attend.

Large documents that cannot fit in the tender box shall be received and registered at Supply Chain Management services office, Ministry of Environment and Forestry boardroom, Ragati Road, NHIF Building, 11th floor, Room 1102.

The Ministry of Environment and Forestry reserves the right to reject or accept in whole or in part any tender without obligation to give reasons for the decision.

PRINCIPAL SECRETARY.

Tender No. Tender Name Closing Date Category

MOE&F/OT//001/2021 -2023

Provision of cleaning Services for Ministry of Environment andForestry Headquarters andClimate Change Resource Centre

Tuesday, 27th April, 2021 at 10.00 Am East African time.

For preference and reservation group (AGPO) Youth, Women and PWD

The Ministry of Environment and Forestry invites sealed tender documents from eligible interested bidders for the following tender:

TENDER NOTICE

1.0 Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency invites eligible bidders to submit sealed tenders for the provision of the following.

NO TENDER REF TENDER DESCRIPTION TARGET CLOSING AND OPENING DATE.

1.

KEPROBA /ONT/006/2020-2021

Tender for Development, support and maintenance of an Electronic Portal.

Open

26th April 2021 at 11.00 a.m.

2.0 A complete tender document can be obtained by

interested candidates by downloading from our website at http://www.brand.ke or http://www.tenders.go.ke free of charge. All Bidders who download the tender document MUST forward their particulars immediately to [email protected] for record and communication of any tender clarifications.

3.0 All bidders who download the tender document MUST register with procurement office by sending an email to [email protected] so as to be able to receive necessary clarifications and addenda

An On-line pre-bid Conference is scheduled for 19th April 2021 at 10.00 a.m. Bidders are advised to register by forwarding working email address and telephone number to [email protected] for sharing of On-Line Pre-Bid Conference link and subsequent addendum.

4.0 Tenders must be delivered/posted indicating the tender Number and title to address below: and be deposited in the Tender Box at the reception area NHIF Plaza 4th Floor Upperhill

The Chief Executive Officer

Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency 4th Floor, NHIF Building, Ragati Road

P.O Box: 40247-00100 NAIROBI

So as to be received on or before 26th April 2021 at 11.00 a.m. 5.0 Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter, in the

presence of tenderers’ representatives who choose to attend COVID 19 Pandemic will be observed

The Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency is a State Corporation established under the State Corporations Act Cap 446 through Legal Notice No.110. Our mandate is to implement export promotion and nation branding initiatives and policies to promote Kenya’s export of goods and services.

VISION: Transform Kenya into a Top Global Brand

MISSION: Brand Kenya, Export Kenyan, Build Kenya”

STRATEGIC FOCUS: To Develop, Diversify and Brand Kenya’s export Products; To develop, Diversify Kenya’s Export Markets; To manage the image and reputation of Kenya; To strengthen institutional capacity.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

ABOUT KENYA EXPORT PROMOTION AND BRANDING AGENCY

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INVITATION TO TENDERDate: 13th APRIL 2021

RE: TENDER FOR PROVISION OF COLOCATION SERVICES FOR BACKUP AND BUSINESS CONTINUITY AT PRIVATIZATION COMMISSION - TENDER NO.:- PC/008/2020 – 2021 & RFP FOR PROVISION OF CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEY CONSULTANCY SERVICES–TENDER NO.:- PC/009/2020 - 2021

The Privatization Commission (PC) invites sealed tenders from interested and eligible bidders for provision of above services as detailed in the tender document.

Interested applicants can download a copy of the detailed tender documents, free of charge, from the Privatization Commission website www.pc.go.ke or https://www.tenders.go.ke/website and they should inform the Commission immediately via email [email protected]. Executive Director/CEO

TENDER NAME TENDER NO. TENDER CLOSING DATE AND TIME

RESERVATIONCATEGORY

1) Tender for Provision of Colocation Services for Backup and Business Continuity at Privatization Commis-sion.

2) RFP for Provision of Customer Satisfaction Survey Consultancy Services

Launch Date – 13.04.2020

PC/008/2020 – 2021.

PC/009/2020 - 2021

27.04.2021 at 11.00a.m.

27.04.2021 at 11.30a.m.

Open to interested and eligible bidders.

Tender documents may be downloaded from the Authority’s website www.epra.go.ke or on the Public Procurement Information Portal (PPIP) https://tenders.go.ke/website/tenders/Index

Director GeneralEnergy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) invites proposals from eligible firms for the following tenders: -


No. Tender No. Tender Description Eligibility Closing Date

1 EPRA/SCM/4/3/20-21/117 Framework Contract for Confer-ence & Accommodation Facilities

Open 28/04/2021 at 11.30am

2 EPRA/SCM/4/3/20-21/115 Study on the Regulatory Impact of Energy (Electricity Tariff) Regulations in Kenya, Energy (Electricity Regulatory Accounts), Regulations and Review of the Tariff Review Policy, 2005

Open 28/04/2021 at 11.30am

3 EPRA/SCM/4/3/20-21/116 Provision of Security Services for Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority

Open 28/04/2021 at 11.30am

BY MUTAI KIPNG’ETICH (KNA

Kirinyaga County Govern-ment will spend Sh. 58.5

million to support dairy farm-ers during the current financial year.

The support will go towards the purchase of milk process-ing equipment, power back-up generators, a milk tanker and supporting Artificial In-semination (AI) services.

Governor Anne Waiguru said that in a partnership of the County Government and the National Agricultural and Rural Inclusive Growth Pro-ject (NARIGP) Project, 62 dairy farmers groups have been sup-ported with Sh. 31 million for improvement of dairy cattle breeds through artificial in-semination and on-farm feed formation and silage making.

Ms Waiguru said improv-

ing the county’s cattle breeds, which will be done in col-laboration with Kenya Ani-mal Genetic Resources Center (KAGRC), will enhance milk production and ensure that dairy cattle have a stronger immune system. “The ulti-mate goal of this program is to ensure that farmers increase their milk production and get more value from it so that they can uplift their living stand-

ards,” said the governor. She noted that the county was aiming at increasing milk pro-duction from the current daily

average of 4 litres per farmer to about 13 litres which she said would be made possible through the improvement of

the existing cattle breeds. The governor added that another Sh. 27.5 million will go into the installation of semi-automated yoghurt production units for Rung’eto and Kirima Dairy Farmers Cooperative Societies, installation of a 150KV power backup generator and its hous-ing for Podago Dairy Farm-ers Cooperative Society and procurement of a 10,000 litres milk hauler for Rung’eto Dairy Farmers Cooperative Society. Kirima Dairy Cooperative So-ciety Manager, Beth Kariuki, has said that the support will go a long way in enhancing the productivity of the society.

Boost to dairy farmers as county allocates sub sector Sh58 million

Podago Dairy Cooperative Society that is one of the beneficiaries of Kirinyaga County Government support.

The Ministry of ICT, Innovation and Youth Affairs through a Taskforce on the development of the Data Protec-tion Regulations has formulated 3 sets of Regulations to actualize the Data Protection Act,2019 which seeks to safeguard the processing of personal data; to provide for the rights of data subjects and obligations of data controllers and processors; and for connected purposes.

These Regulations are the:1. Data Protection (General) Regulations, 2021. Which set out the procedures for enforcement of the rights of the data subjects as well as elabo-

rating on the duties and obligations of the data controllers and data processors. These regulations can be accessed here https://www.odpc.go.ke/resources/data-protection-general-regula-tions-2021/

2. Data Protection (Registration of Data Controllers and Data Processors) Regulations, 2021. The regulations defines the procedure that will be adopted by the Office of the Data Commissioner

in registering data controllers and data processors as per the Data Protection Act. These regula-tions can be accessed here: https://www.odpc.go.ke/resources/data-protection-registra-tion-of-data-controllers-and-data-processors-regulations-2021

3. Data Protection (Compliance and Enforcement) Regulations, 2021. These regulations outline the compliance and enforcement provisions for Data Commissioner, Data

Controllers and Data Processors. These regulations can be accessed here: https://www.odpc.go.ke/resources/data-protection-compliance-and-enforcement-regulations-2021/

In accordance with the Constitution the Ministry invites interested members of the public to submit any representations that they may have on the draft regulations. The representations may be made orally or by written memoranda through:

1. Email addresses [email protected] not later than Tuesday 27th April 2021, at 12:00 noon.

2. WhatsApp platforms on telephone numbers 0796954269 - Safaricom, 0752896867-Airtel and 0778048164-Telkom to be received not later than Tuesday 27th April 2021, at 12:00 noon.

Further the Ministry invites interested members of the public to a virtual public hearing on the draft regula-tions as follows:

Date: 27th April 2021 Time: 1400 Hours – 1600 Hours Regulations: The Data protection (General) Regulations, 2021 Link for the Meeting:https://moictke.webex.com/webappng/sites/moictke/meeting/info/ce4ff168337f4493b-7735c783136fd8e?isPopupRegisterView=true

Date: 28th April 2021 Time: 1400 Hours – 1600 Hours Regulations: The Data Protection (Registration of Data Controllers and Data Processors) Regulations, 2021.Link for the Meeting: https://moictke.webex.com/webappng/sites/moictke/meeting/info/f3c87581bf9849e1b-299b9ac13ec5228?isPopupRegisterView=true

Date: 29th April 2021 Time: 1400 Hours – 1600 Hours Regulations: The Data Protection (Compliance and Enforcement) Regulations, 2021Link for the Meeting: https://moictke.webex.com/webappng/sites/moictke/meeting/info/10610eec0078491c9c80b-69253a07ca8?isPopupRegisterView=true

Joe Mucheru, EGHCabinet Secretary.

CALL FOR COMMENTS AND INVITATION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON THE DRAFT DATA PROTECTION

REGULATIONS, 2021.

OFFICE OF THE DATA PROTECTION COMMISSIONER

MINISTY OF ICT,INNOVATION AND YOUTH AFFAIRS

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STATE DEPARTMENT FOR VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING

EAST AFRICA SKILLS FOR TRANSFORMATION AND REGIONAL INTEGRATION PROJECT (EASTRIP)

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

The Government of Kenya has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the East Africa Skills for Transformation and Regional Integration Project (EASTRIP) to increase access and improve the quality of TVET Programs in selected regional flagship TVET institutes (RFTI) and to support regional inte-gration in Eastern Africa region and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The services included under this consultancy are:

i. Rebranding of TVET through EASTRIP;ii. Championing skills development;iii. Creating awareness to the youth;iv. Ensuring the attitude of Kenyan youth is positively changed towards embracing blue collar jobs;v. Create a marketing and communications campaign that will build an online community advocating

for blue collar jobs and encourage active participation by the industry and private sector.vi. Press release and interviewsvii. Showcase success stories of youth in TVET via newspaper articles and education newsletters,

magazines, Social Media, TV and Radio stations accessed by Youth.viii. Advertise the 5 RFTIs in EASTRIP and sensitize the public on each discipline i.e. Building Construction

Engineering, Textile & Marine technology, Building Infrastructure & Energy.

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website: www.education.go.ke.

The Ministry of Education - State Department of Vocational and Technical Training now invites eligible con-sulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. To be shortlisted, The Consultants must meet the following requirements:

a) The core business as a consulting firm with at least 5 years relevant experience in the field of Commu-nication, Public Relations and Digital Marketing.

b) Demonstrate experience of having been involved in successful execution of at least two (2) similaradvocacy and digital marketing/campaign assignments both in scope and complexity in the last 5years. Details of the assignment- name and contact address of the client, scope, value and period shall be provided

c) Demonstrate availability of knowledge and appropriate skills among key consultant staff. (Provide only the structure of the organization, general qualifications and number of key staff. Do not provide cv ofstaff.)

Key Experts will not be evaluated at shortlisting stage.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 (Revised November 2017) (“Procure-ment Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

Eligibility criteria, establishment of the short-list and the selection procedure shall be in accordance with the World Bank’s “Procurement regulations for IPF borrowers, Procurement in Investment project financing for Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services” July 2016 (Revised November, 2017), which is available on the Bank’s website at http://www.worldbank.org/procurement.

Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications, but should indicate clearly wheth-er the association is in the form of a sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.

A consulting firm will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

Interested consulting firms may obtain further information at the address below during office hours 08.00- 17.00 Hours

Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below by 30th April, 2021 at 10.00 Hours and men-tion “CONSULTANCY TO SUPPORT DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES & PUBLIC RELATIONS FOR EASTRIP PROJECT

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION - STATE DEPARTMENT FOR VOCATIONAL &TECHNICAL TRAININING ATTN: HEAD OF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT (HSCM)

STATE DEPARTMENT FOR VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING P.O. BOX 9583 - 00200-NAIROBI, KENYA JOGOO HOUSE ‘B’ 8TH FLOOR ROOM 810TEL: +254202240089MOBILE: Project Manager : +254721334393 FACSIMILE (FAX): +2540202251991E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]

RE-ADVERTISEMENT OF REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST(CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)

FINANCING AGREEMENT REFERENCE: 63340-KE

PROJECT ID NO.: P-163399

Reference No: KE-MOE-K-193006-CS-QCBS

CONSULTANCY TO SUPPORT DIGITAL MARKETING SERVICES & PUBLIC RELATIONS FOR EASTRIP PROJECT



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CONSTRUCTION WORKS IN BARINGO, ISIOLO, MARSABIT, AND WEST POKOT COUNTIES.

1. This Invitation for Bids follows the General Procurement Notice (GPN) for this project that appeared in UNDB online AfDB291-05/13 of 28th May 2013 and on the African Development Bank Group’s Internet Website.

2. The Government of Kenya has received financing from the African Development Bank in various currencies towards the cost of the Drought Resilience and Sustainable Livelihoods Programme in the Horn of Africa – Kenya Component. It is intended that part of the proceeds of this loan will be applied to eligible payments under the contracts for Construction Works in Baringo, Isiolo, Turkana, Marsabit, Samburu and West Pokot Counties.

3. The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperatives now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the above works as below

DROUGHT RESILIENCE AND SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS PROGRAMME IN THE HORN OF AFRICA – KENYA COMPONENT (DRSLP)

NATIONAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING (NCB)

Date: 13-04-2021 Loan No: 2100150028345

Project ID No.: P-Z1-AAZ-011

No. Tender No. Tender Description Bid Security Amount(Kshs)

1. MOALF/DRSLP/T001/2020-2021 Construction of Falam Water Pan in Marsabit County 240,000.00

2. MOALF/DRSLP/T002 County/2020-2021

Construction of Hurri Hills Water Pan in Marsabit 240,000.00

3. MOALF/DRSLP/T003/2020-2021 Construction of Dololo Ark Machii Water Pan in Isiolo County

240,000.00

4. MOALF/DRSLP/T004/2020-2021 Construction of Leyai Earth Dam in Marsabit County 240,000.00

5. MOALF/DRSLP/T005/2020-2021 Construction of Parkishon Water Pan in Marsabit County

240,000.00

6. MOALF/DRSLP/T006/2020-2021 Construction of Sinende Hay Shed in Baringo County

240,000.00

7. MOALF/DRSLP/T007/2020-2021 Construction of Onoto Hay Shed in Baringo County 240,000.00

8. MOALF/DRSLP/T008/2020-2021 Construction of Kipkitur (Magurini) Hay Shed in Baringo County

240,000.00

9. MOALF/DRSLP/T009/2020-2021 Construction of Koroto Borehole in Baringo County 150,000.00

10. MOALF/DRSLP/T010/2020-2021 Construction Of Kiboi-Footbridge Dam In Baringo County

7,600,000.00

11. MOALF/DRSLP/T011/2020-2021 Construction of Manyatta Langima Water Pan in Marsabit County

240,000.00

12. MOALF/DRSLP/T012/2020-2021 Construction of Kailer Water Pan in Baringo County 400,000.00

13. MOALF/DRSLP/T013/2020-2021 Contruction Of Songa Irrigation Scheme In Marsabit County

1,800,000.00

14. MOALF/DRSLP/T014/2020-2021 Drilling And Equipping Of Kanguria Borehole In West Pokot Couty

100,000.00

4. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from and inspect the bidding documents at the office of the Project Coordinator, Drought Resilience and Sustainable Livelihoods Programme (DRSLP),

Hill Plaza 9th Floor, Ngong Road P.O. Box 30028 00100 Nairobi.

5. A complete set of bidding documents may be downloaded from the Ministry’s website www.kilimo.go.ke

6. The provisions in the Instructions to Bidders and in the General Conditions of Contract are the provisions of the African Development Bank Standard Bidding Document: Procurement of Works.

7. Bids should be clearly marked ‘Construction of ………. in ………. County, Tender No. MOALF/DRSLP/……….2020-2021 and deposited at State Department for Crop Development and Agricultural Research Tender Box, situated at the Ground Floor, Kilimo House, Cathedral Road or posted to

Principal SecretaryState Department for Crop Development and Agricultural Research

Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and CooperativesKilimo House, Cathedral Road


and should be received on or before Tuesday 11th May, 2021 at 11.00 am local time and MUST be accom-panied by a bid guarantee as indicated in the table above.

Bulky bid documents that cannot fit in the tender box should be dropped at the Head: Supply Chain Manage-

ment Office at Kilimo House, 4th Floor Room 4-2B.

8. Bids will be opened in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend at 11.00am Tuesday 11th May, 2021 at the Conference Room Kilimo House 7th Floor.

Head, Supply Chain Management UnitState Department for Crop Development and Agricultural Research For: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY

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KENYA WATER INSTITUTEINVITATION TO JOIN KENYA WATER INSTITUTE TRAINING PROGRAMS

Kenya Water Institute invites applicants for May and September 2021 intakes for programs offered in Nairobi, Chiakariga, Kitui and Kisu-mu Campuses. The Institute offers these programs through either the Blended Learning Mode (BLM) – a blend of online learning and in person practical sessions or the Full Time Learning Mode (FTLM) – where trainees are required to be present at their respective Campuses throughout the training period. Applicants MUST indicate;

i. The intake of preference, i.e. May or September,ii. The Campus of Preference, i.e. Nairobi, Chiakariga, Kitui or Kisumu Campusiii. The Learning Mode of Preference, i.e. the Blended Learning Mode (BLM) or the Full Time Learning Mode (FTLM)

Please NOTE Blended Learning will begin in the second semester of the first year of the respective Programs.

NO. Program Title Minimum Requirements Duration Tuition Fees Per Semester

NAIROBI (MAIN) CAMPUS

1. Diploma in Water Engineering

KCSE Mean Grade C- with at least D+ in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Physical Science and Biology

Three years Kshs. 23,100

2. Diploma in Water Resources Technol-ogy and Management

3. Diploma in Water and Wastewater Laboratory Technology

4. Diploma in Information Communica-tion Technology (KNEC)

KCSE Mean Grade C- or Completion and Pass in a relevant Craft Course

Three Years

Kshs. 23,100

5. Certificate in Water EngineeringKCSE Mean Grade D+ with at least D in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Physical Science and Biology

Twoyears Kshs. 21,8006. Certificate in Water and Wastewater

Laboratory Technology

7. Plumbing and Pipe Fitting

KCSE Mean Grade D- with at least D- in English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Physical Science

Twosemes-ters

Kshs. 21,8008. Water Operators Course in:

• Water Supply• Meter Reading• Sewerage Operations

9. Drilling Operations and Management a) Certificate in water related course (Water Tech-nology, Water Resources Management, Water Engineering, Mechanical Technology), or

b) KCSE Mean grade D; or c) Industry practice as drilling technician for at least

2 years

8 weeks Kshs 40,000

CHIAKARIGA CAMPUS (THARAKA NITHI COUNTY)

10. Diploma in Irrigation and Drainage Engineering KCSE Mean Grade C- with at least D+ in Mathematics,

Physics, Chemistry or Physical Science and BiologyThree years Kshs. 23,100

11. Diploma in Water Engineering

12. Certificate in Water Engineering KCSE Mean Grade D+ with at least D in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Physical Science and Biology

Two years Kshs. 21,800

13. Certificate in Irrigation and Drainage Engineering

14. Water Operators Course in:



Two se-mesters Kshs. 21,800


KITUI CAMPUS (KITUI COUNTY)

16. Diploma in Water Engineering KCSE Mean Grade C- with at least D+ in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry orPhysical Science and Biology

Three years Kshs. 23,10017. Diploma in Water Resources Technol-

ogy and Management

18. Certificate in Water Engineering KCSE Mean Grade D+ with at least D in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry orPhysical Science and Biology

Two years Kshs. 21,80019. Certificate in Water Resources Tech-nology and Management






KISUMU CAMPUS (KISUMU COUNTY)

22. Diploma in Water Resources Technol-ogy and Management

KCSE Mean Grade C- with at least D+ in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Physical Science and Biology

Three years Kshs. 23,10023. Diploma in Water Engineering

24. Diploma in Irrigation and Drainage

25. Certificate in Water Resources Tech-nology and Management KCSE Mean Grade D+ with at least D in Mathematics,

Physics, Chemistry orPhysical Science and Biology

Two years Kshs. 21,80026. Certificate in Water Engineering

27. Certificate in Irrigation and Drainage






Mode of Application

Application forms can be obtained from Kenya Water Institute, Nairobi South ‘C’, Chiakariga, Kitui and Kisumu campuses; or downloaded from the KEWI website. A non – refundable application fee of Kshs 1,000.00 should be deposited to KENYA WATER INSTITUTE, Account No. 110 776 0585, KCB, Moi Avenue Branch.

Applications should be addressed to the DIRECTOR, KENYA WATER INSTITUTE, P.O. BOX 60013-00200, NAIROBI. Applications for MAY 2021 INTAKE to reach not later than 30th April, 2021. Attach photocopies of Academic Certificates, National ID card and original application fee receipt.

Foreign students to add 20% on all charges. For enquiries: Nairobi - 0722 207 757, 0735339206, Chiakariga – 0729009104 , Kitui – 0707 566 395

Persons with disability and female students are encouraged to apply

TAITA TAVETA UNIVERSITY

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE 4TH GRADUATION CEREMONY TO BE HELD ON THURSDAY, 6TH MAY, 2021

Taita Taveta University (TTU) wishes to inform ALL students who quali� ed for conferment of Degrees and award of Diplo-mas at the end of the 2019/2020 academic year and members of the public, that the 4th Graduation Ceremony will be held Virtually on Thursday, 6th May 2021 commencing at 08.00 a.m. TTU congratulates you all on your success and extends to you a warm invitation to attend the ceremony online. The information regarding preparations for the ceremony is as detailed below.

CLEARANCEEach graduand must clear with all departments and sections shown on the clearance form. Only those graduands who will have completed paying fees due to the University by Thursday, 22nd April, 2021 will be allowed to graduate.

GRADUATION FEES/ ALUMNI MEMBERSHIPa) All graduands are required to pay compulsory graduation fees, and mandatory Taita Taveta University Alumni

Membership fees detailed in the table below:

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR (ACADEMIC, RESEARCH & OUTREACH)P.O. Box 635 (80300) Voi, Kenya; Tel: 020-2437267/077422064;

Email: [email protected] Website: www.ttu.ac.ke

S/N Award Compulsory Graduation Fees (KES)

Mandatory AlumniMembership (KES)

Total (KES)

1 Diploma 3,500 2,000 5,500

2 Degree 4,000 2,000 6,000

3 Postgraduate Diploma 5,000 2,000 7,000

4 Masters 5,000 2,000 7,000

5 PhD 5,000 3,000 8,000

PROVISIONAL GRADUATION LISTa) Provisional list of graduands is available at www.ttu.ac.ke. b) It is the responsibility of the graduands to ascertain the correctness of the spelling of their names and the order in

which their names should appear on the certi� cate. The student report of any misspelling on the graduation list should be made by � lling the prescribed form and sending it to the Registrar (ARO) by 22nd April, 2021. The names should appear as they were used during admission. New names are NOT permitted.

c) It is the responsibility of each graduand to con� rm his/her examination results, accuracy and order of names and � nancial status from the respective o� ces. Only those who meet all the requirements for graduation will be included in the graduation list.

REHEARSALa) The rehearsal is an integral part of the Graduation Ceremony and therefore is mandatory. b) All Graduands intending to participate in the Ceremony MUST attend the Rehearsal which will be Virtual on Wednesday, 5th May, 2021 at 10.00 a.m.

ACADEMIC DRESSi) All graduands who will be attending the virtual graduation ceremony from whichever location will be required to

be o� cially dressed as follows: a) Male graduands to be dressed in a suitb) Ladies to be smartly dressed in formal clothes.

PUNCTUALITYAll Graduands and their invited Guests are advised to have accessed or be logged onto the virtual graduation platform by 9.30 am.

CERTIFICATESAll Diplomas, Bachelors and Master’s Degree Certi� cates will be available for collection from the Examinations O� ce with e� ect from Friday, 2nd June, 2021 or as shall be announced during the Graduation. The following will be required for col-lection of your certi� cate: a) Original copy of your clearance form, b) Original ID or Passport.

Certi� cates must be safely kept. Certi� cates are NOT re-issued and duplicates are never issued.

NAMES ON CERTIFICATE The names on the degree certi� cate shall appear as they are in the Student’s Registry which are the names used during admission. Graduands should NOT submit new names. While collecting certi� cates, graduates must ensure that their names are correctly spelt because alterations will not be possible a� er the degree certi� cate has been collected.

STORAGE CHARGESEvery graduate must collect his/her certi� cate by Friday, 25th June, 2021. Any certi� cate not collected by this date will be liable to a storage charge of KES 500.00 per year. For avoidance of doubt, any part of a year a� er the expiry of the collection date shall still attract a storage charge of KES 500.00.

PAYMENTSPayments for (1) Graduation fees, (2) TTU Alumni Membership fees shall be made in any of the following accounts:

BANK & BRANCH ACCOUNT NAME ACCOUNT NUMBER

Kenya Commercial Bank, Voi Branch Taita Taveta University Fee Account 1136119140

Equity Bank, Voi Branch Taita Taveta University 0790299712769

(3) Payment for Alumni Membership Fees shall be made in the following account:

BANK & BRANCH ACCOUNT NAME ACCOUNT NUMBER

Kenya Commercial Bank, Voi Branch Taita Taveta University Alumni Association 1224713222

NOTE: Any changes to the instructions including the actual Virtual Graduation will be duly communicated.

For further information, please contact:The Registrar (Academic, Research and Outreach)

P. O. Box 635-80300, Voi – KenyaEmail: [email protected]

Website: www.ttu.ac.ke

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Disclaimer: KRA notifies taxpayers that it will not accept responsibility for payments not received, credited and validated in the relevant KRA accounts. Corruption Reporting: +254 (0726) 984 668, Email: [email protected]. Short Messaging Services (SMS): Dial (*572#) or Text to 22572. Contact Centre: +254 (020) 4 999 999, +254 (0711) 099 999, Email: [email protected]. Complaints & Information Center Hotlines: +254 (0) 20 281 7700 / 7800, +254 (0) 20 3 343 342, Email: [email protected]

Public NoticeSale of Non-Compliant Excisable Goods

and Issuance of Tax Invoices

Commissioner Of Domestic Taxes

Tulipe Ushuru, Tujitegemee!

www.kra.go.ke

Pursuant to provisions of the Excise Duty Act, 2015 and the VAT Act 2013, Kenya Revenue Authority wishes to remind all manufacturers, importers, distributors, wholesalers and retailers of excisable goods and members of the public, to take note of the following:

1. It is an offence to manufacture, offer for sale or be in possession of excisable goods not affixed with excise stamps or affixed with counterfeit stamps. Members of the public and all persons who deal in excisable goods are encouraged to use the SOMA LABEL APP available on Apple Store and Play Store to check the authenticity of excise stamps.

2. It is an offence to distribute, offer for sale or be in possession of any excisable goods manufactured or imported by unlicensed persons. The updated list of licensed manufacturers and importers of excisable goods is available on the KRA website: www.kra.go.ke

3. Manufacturers of packaging materials are reminded that it is an offence to produce counterfeit packaging materials or to manufacture packaging materials for packaging excisable goods without the authority of the licensed manufacturer of the excisable goods.

4. All VAT registered suppliers are reminded of their obligation to issue tax invoices upon sale or delivery of taxable goods and services. Distributors, wholesalers, retailers and members of the public are urged to demand for proper tax invoices upon purchase of goods and services.

KRA would like to remind all persons that non-compliance with the law will lead to imposition of sanctions and penalties as provided by the tax laws which may include; prosecution of offenders, closure of premises, seizure of excisable goods and their destruction at the cost of the offender.

For further clarification and facilitation, please contact the KRA Contact Centre on Tel: 020 4 999 999, 0711 099 999 or Email: [email protected]

Strengthening political partiesStrengthening political parties

The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) is established by the Political Parties Act, 2011 as a State Office within the meaning of Article 260 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. The core functions of the ORPP are to among others; register and regulate political parties as well as administer the Political Parties Fund.

Section 5 (2) of the Political Parties Act, 2011 provides that; “Upon receipt of an application for registration under subsection (1), the Registrar shall – (a) within fourteen days, publish a notice in the gazette and in at least two newspapers with nationwide circulation, inviting objections from any person or any other political party concerning the registration of the name, symbol, colour of the political party, or any other issue relating to the registration of the political party.”

To this end, the Registrar of Political Parties is in the process of provisionally registering the following proposed political parties:

NOTICE FOR PROVISIONAL REGISTRATION

ORPPKenya @ORPPKenyawww.orpp.or.ke

1. Movement United for Super Action

(MUSA)

2. Mkenya Daima Party (MDP)

3. Chama Ya Mapatano Kenya (CYMK)

4. Common People’s Party (CPP)

5. Wakenya Sote Party (WASP)

6. New Dawn Party of Kenya (NDPK)

7. Daraja ya Kenya Party (DAKEPA)

8. National Economic Development Party

(NEDP)

Particulars of the above listed proposed political parties have been provided on the ORPP website www.orpp.or.ke

Any objections may be presented in writing or in person within seven (7) days to:

Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP)Lion Place, First Floor off Waiyaki way at Karuna close

P O Box 1131-00606 NairobiEmail : [email protected]

Ann N. Nderitu, MBSRegistrar of Political Parties

9. Adopt Development Assembly Party

(ADAP)

10. The People’s National Republican Party

(TPNRP)

11. Kenya Union Party (KUP)

12. Kenya Democracy for Change

(KDC)

13. Nationalist Patriotic Party (NP)

14. Vitendo na Sera Party (VSP)

RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AND RENEWABLE ENERGYCORPORATION


1. The Rural Electrification & Renewable Energy Corporation invites Tenders from Interested Companies to Tender for the follow-ing service as indicated below:

2. Tender documents detailing the requirements may be viewed at REREC E- Procurement Web Portal found on the REREC website ( www.rea.co.ke) beginning on 15th April, 2021

3. Bidders who are interested in this tender MUST ensure that they are registered in REREC SAP SRM system and have set up their page. Please ensure compliance to the following;

• Each company must have two user accounts; Admin Account and Employee Account. Ensure that the following roles are NOT ASSIGNED to the employee; Employee Administrator and Supplier Master Data manager

• Ensure that the admin account and employee account does not share same email address• Ensure that the Employee user name is between 4 and 12 characters.• It is a Mandatory requirement that all Bid Documents/Responses shall be uploaded to the COLLABORATION ROOM

in the link with “RFX Response Number: Company Name”. Bidders shall not attach their documents at any other Tab of the Portal. Attachments placed elsewhere in the portal shall be declared non-responsive and will not be evaluated.

• Prices MUST be entered under item term of the RFX. The prices entered here shall be similar to the prices in the price/BoQ Schedule and shall form part of the evaluation criteria.

• For the purpose of this tender bidding, the employee account shall be used to submit your RFX responses. Bidders who require clarification from our office should do so strictly 7 days before tender closing.

4. Completed Tenders are to be saved as PDF documents marked with RFX description to be submitted through the REREC E-Procurement Web Portal found on the REREC website (www.rea.co.ke) so as to be received on or before the dates in the schedule above at 10.00am.

5. Tenders will be opened electronically promptly thereafter in the presence of the Tenderer’s or their representatives who choose to attend in REREC Procurement Office at Kawi House.

6. Interested bidders are advised to visit the Corporation’s website, homepage, Information Center, SAP SRM Document, SAP SRM Supplier User Guide for registration and creation of their portal and Supplier Bidding Quick Reference Guide for submit-ting their response.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERRURAL ELECTRIFICATION & RENEWABLE ENERGY CORPORATION

Tender No. Item Description Tender Closing, Opening Date & Time

RFX No 1000000594 Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Solar Systems for Boreholes (5No.) in Nyeri County

6th May 2021 @10.00a.m.

RFX No 1000000595 Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of New solar PV systems in Public Secondary and Primary Schools

13th May 2021 @10.00a.m.

NYERI WATER AND SANITATION CO. LTD.P.O. BOX 1520-10100, NYERI, TEL.: 061 – 2034548/2034623/2034622/2034617

Mobile: 0722-461359/0734-732481email: [email protected] website: www.nyewasco.co.ke

OPEN TENDERS NOTICE

Tenders are invited from interested/eligible bidders for the supply of various goods, works and services for the Financial Years 2020/2021, 2021/2022 and 2021/2022, 2022/2023 – as applicable.

Detailed instructions and requirements may be downloaded from the Nyeri Water and Sanitation Co. Ltd. website www.nyewasco.co.ke free of charge. Applicants who download the tender documents are required to email their names, contacts details and tender number to [email protected]

Site visits shall be arranged as from 19th – 23rd April, 2021 in groups of 3(three) tenderers with prior arrangements. Requests should be emailed via [email protected].

Completed serialized tender documents in sealed plain envelopes clearly marked with the Category Number and Category Description should be deposited in the Tender Box situated at the Company’s Reception and be addressed to: -

MANAGING DIRECTOR,Nyeri Water & Sanitation Company Ltd,

Off Kenyatta Road, Behind Nyeri County Fire OfficesP.O BOX 1520-10100,

NYERI.

So as to be received on or before Wednesday, 28th April, 2021 at 11.00a.m. Tenderers are required to note reservations for Special Groups. Women, Youth and Persons Living with Disabilities are encour-aged to apply as applicable.

Tender documents will be opened immediately thereafter at NYEWASCO’s Conference Hall. In com-pliance with applicable Covid-19 regulations, the Company shall use ICT/video recording for Tender Opening and provide a copy to interested bidders/tenderers.

NYEWASCO is committed to the Covid-19 fight. All bidders must comply with all MOH preven-tive measures and regulations by PPRA on Covid-19.

ISO 9001: 2015 CertifiedISO 17025:2017 Accredited

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Ulinzi HouseP.O. Box 40668 - 00100

Telegram: “DEFENCE”, Nairobi Telephone: Nairobi 2721100

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

Applications are invited for the following posts in the Ministry of Defence. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications by completing ONE application form PSC2 (Revised 2016) and submit the same together with copies of the relevant certificates, National Identity card and testimonials. The application form may be downloaded from the Public Service Commission website www.publicservice.go.ke

Requirements and other detailed information for each of the posts are available on the Ministry’s websitewww.mod.go.ke and on www.mygov.go.ke.

Completed application form should be addressed to the Cabinet Secretary - Ministry of Defence, P.O. Box 40668 - 00100, NAIROBI or hand delivered at Ulinzi House gate off Lenana Road; on or before 3rd May, 2021.

VACANT POSTS (CIVILIAN STAFF)

NB.• Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.• Qualified persons irrespective of gender, age, race, culture, religion, marital status or disability are encouraged to

apply.• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.• Applicants should not give money to anybody purporting to be in a position to help whatsoever. Any corruption

report should be made via email: [email protected]

HEAD HRM&DFOR: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY

S/No Cadre/Advertised post CSG No of Vacancies

Advert No

1. Artisan Plumber III 15 5 1/2021

2. Artisan Spray Painter III 15 7 2/2021

3. Artisan Panel Beater III 15 5 3/2021

4. Artisan Welder III 15 5 4/2021

5. Artisan Carpenter III 15 8 5/2021

6. Artisan Electrician III (Building) 15 5 6/2021

7. Motor Vehicle Mechanic III 15 33 7/2021

8. Clerical Officer II 14 49 8/2021

9. Senior Support Staff/Sanitary Cleaner 16 51 9/2021

10. Driver III 16 11 10/2021

11. Cook III 15 30 11/2021

BY ANNE MWALE (KNA)

Nakuru County govern-ment has purchased two

modern firefighting engines worth Sh150 million as it seeks to strengthen its disaster re-sponse preparedness.

Governor Lee Kinyanjui said his administration was keen on having a functional fire de-partment to serve and protect the fast-growing investments in the region.

Speaking to KNA at his of-fice, Mr Kinyanjui revealed that the county has set aside a further Sh165 million to re-vamp the fire department.

“When we came into of-fice, the fire department relied on only one fire engine and a water bowser truck which was in a poor state. We are putting efforts to strengthen the de-partment, as well as establish-ing a regional disaster response system for Rift Valley region counties,” he explained.

The new engines are fitted with a 13m ladder as well as cutting machines that are used to cut metals especially when rescuing passengers trapped in vehicles after accidents.

“Our aim is to have each of the eleven sub-counties

equipped with a fire engine. This is just the beginning of the implementation of the initia-tive,” said the Governor.

Mr Kinyanjui observed the new engines will initially be stationed in Nakuru town, but would serve all the eleven sub-counties.

He stated that he would rally the County Assembly to con-sider purchase of a third en-gine in the next financial year budgetary allocations.

“This is a major step in our disaster preparedness plan, given that there is enough water supply in Nakuru town,” said Kinyanjui, adding, “We are now firmly on the route to a functional fire department

to protect investments in our county,” observed Mr Kin-yanjui.

According to the County Chief Officer for Disaster Man-agement and Humanitarian Assistance, Anne Njenga 30 firefighters have undergone a two-week training session at the Kenya Pipeline Company’s (KPC) Morendat Institute of Oil and Gas in Naivasha on disaster response, fire fighting and rescue techniques .

Ms Njenga stated that the County is partnering with state agencies and humanitar-ian organisations to train com-munities on safe fire and flood handling techniques to avert disasters.

Nakuru County acquires two modern firefighting engines

One of the two modern fire engines acquired by the county government of Nakuru as it seeks to strengthen its disaster response capabilities. Picture /Courtesy

SCRAP METAL DEALER APPLICATION FOR LICENSES FOR YEAR 2021

With the enactment of the Scrap Metal act No. 1 of 2015 and the establishment of the scrap metal council the act became fully operationalised as stipulated in section 6 subsections (1) of the act. Under section 9 subsection (1) of the scrap metal act, a person shall not deal in scrap metal unless that person has a license issued by the council and is a member of the Scrap Metal Dealers, Smelters or a Manufactures Association.

A person who deals in scrap metal without a license commits an offence whose penalty is as in section 9 sub section (2).

To apply for a license, you are hereby asked to submit your online applications throughwww.scrapmetalcouncil.go.ke.

For your application to be considered you will be required to meet the following requirements;

• Shall be a member of Scrap Metal Dealers, Smelters or a Manufacturers Association• Must have an Operating premisesas guided by the Scrap Metal Act No. 1 of 2015 as follows: The appli-

cant’s premises in the opinion of the Council must be suitable for dealing in scrap metal;• Shall conspicuously display a signboard within his or her premises. Every signboard shall: -bear the full

name of the licensee, the words “LICENSED SCRAP DEALER” in capital letters and be in English or Kiswahili.

• Shall pay the prescribed fees under Third Schedule of Scrap Metal Act No 1 of 2015 of kshs. 250,000 for local dealership licence and kshs. 250,000 for export licence.

• Shall not have been convicted of any offence under this Act at any time during the three years imme-diately preceding the date of the application;

• Shall not have been convicted of any offence involving fraud or dishonesty at any time during the five years immediately preceding the date of the application;

• The applicant shall not be an un-discharged bankrupt or a company in liquidation; • The applicant must have a valid certificate of good conduct • Must have a valid Certificate of Tax Compliance.• Shall prepare and present in duplicate to the council a signed record of each variety of scrap metal

which was in his or her possession at the date and time of the grant of the previous license or under the licensee’s control.

• Shall provide a register with details as provided for in section 18 subsections (1) of the act.

Ag. Head of SecretariatFor Chairman -Scrap Metal Council.

KEMSA: YOUR PARTNER IN HEALTHCARE

INVITATION FOR TENDER (IFT) NOTICE

Tel No.: 254 20 3922000, Fax No: 245 20 3922400, www.kemsa.co.ke , Email: [email protected] Commercial Street, Industrial Area

P.O B Box 47715-00100,GPO Nairobi, Kenya

KENYA MEDICAL SUPPLIES AUTHORITY(KEMSA)

Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has set aside funds for use in Provision of transport services for medical commodities to Mombasa region for the FY 2020/2023.

The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) herewith invites sealed tender for:

S/NO

TENDER NO TENDER DESCRIPTION NEGOTIATION NO

CATEGORY BIDSECURITY (Ksh)

1. KEMSA-ONT5-2020/2023

Provision of transport services for medicalcommodities toMombasa region

865092-2020/2021

OPEN TO ALL

2,594,300.00

Interested eligible candidates may download a complete set of tender documents from the KEMSA Web-site www.kemsa.co.ke and /or the IFMIS tender portal www.supplier.treasury.go.ke/ or PPIP Portal:https://tenders.go.ke

Complete set of tender documents must be submitted through the IFMIS SUPPLIER PORTALwww.Supplier.treasury.go.ke so as to be received on or before WEDNESDAY 28th APRIL, 2021 AT 10:00 A.M

NOTE: Bidders who May experience challenges in accessing and uploading their tenders in the IFMIS tender portal should contact IFMIS Helpdesk (email http:/ifmis.go.ke, Tel: 0800721477/0204801801) National Treasury or contact KEMSA procurement Office at commercial street for assistance during official working hours. (Monday-Friday 8:00am- 5:00Pm).

MANUAL SUBMISSIONS will not be accepted. All tenders must be submitted through the IFMIS Platform.

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EMAIL: [email protected]

JOB ADVERT AT KENYATTA UNIVERSITY TEACHING,REFERRAL & RESEARCH HOSPITAL


Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) is a leading National Re-ferral Hospital with a Vision of being a premier hospital renowned for Clinical Excellence, Education and Research. The hospital seeks to attract qualified and experienced professionals to fill vacant positions in clinical, nursing and other departments within the hospital.

Applications are STRICTLY ONLINE via: www.careers.kutrrh.go.ke.

Details of the advert and Job Descriptions can be accessed at KUTRRH website: www.kutrrh.go.ke.

The deadline for submission of applications is on Tuesday 4th May, 2021 at 5:00pm

Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital invites tender from interested eligi-ble bidders as per the instructions provided here under.

No Reference Description of Goods/Works/Service

Closing Date Eligibility

1. KUTRRH /TNDR/S/048/WIBA/2020-2021

Provision of Work Injury Benefits, Group Personal Accident, andGeneral Insurance for Employer’s and Public Liability.- Readvertised

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Interested eligible candidates may obtain further information and tender document from our website: www.kutrrh.go.ke . so as to reach us on or before Wednesday 21st April, 2021 at 10:00am

Bidders seeking clarification MUST strictly do so through the emails provided –[email protected]. Any addendum issued will be sent to all the bidders and posted on the website (bidders are encouraged to keep visiting the website www.kutrrh.go.ke from time to time).

KENYA URBAN ROADS AUTHORITYEfficient and Safe Urban Roads

JOB VACANCIES

The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing, Urban Development and Public Works, established by the Kenya Roads Act, 2007 with the mandate of Management, Development, Rehabilita-tion and Maintenance of National Urban Road Network.

Pursuant to this mandate, the Authority invites applications from qualified, experienced, dynamic and innovative Kenyan Citizens to fill the following positions:

Bidders are requested to visit KURA’s Website at www.kura.go.ke/tenders or www.tenders.go.ke for more information.

The Authority is ISO 9001: 2015 certified

Deputy Director –SCM For: Director General

NO. JOB TITLE JG JOB REF NO NO. REQUIRED

1 DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING 2 KURA/PSC/ 21/1 1

2 DEPUTY DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING

3 KURA/URP&D/P&D/21/1 1

3 DEPUTY DIRECTOR, HRM & ADMINISTRATION

3 KURA/CS/HRMA/21/5 1

4 ENGINEER 6 KURA/RACM/REG/21/2 3

5 ASSISTANT ICT OFFICER 8 KURA/CS/ICT/21/1 2

6 INSPECTOR ROADS 8 KURA/RACM/REG/21/3 6

7 SUPERINTENDENT ROADS 7 KURA/RACM/REG/21/4 12

Mode of Application

1. Interested and eligible candidates are urged to access the Mandatory KURA Job Application Form as well as the detailed job descriptions and specifications available on the KURA website; www.kura.go.ke/careers and fill all required fields, sign and date the form and attach copies of all certificates, transcripts, Curriculum Vitae and other testimonials and submit through this Email: [email protected]

2. The application should clearly bear the Job tittle and reference number so as to be received on or before 27th April 2021. at 5.00pm (East African Time). Late appli-cations shall not be accepted.

HARD COPIES SHALL NOT BE ACCEPTED

Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following documents during the interviews;

1) National Identity Card;2) Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts; 3) Any other supporting documents and testimonials; and4) Clearances from the following bodies:

a) Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);b) Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);c) Any of the registered Credit Reference Bureaus (CRB); andd) Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) - Police Clearance Certificate

Clearance by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) will be sought by the Authority in line with the Commission’s Circular dated 9th April 2020.

KURA is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Qual-ified Men, Women, Youth, Persons Living with Disabilities and persons from marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvasing and giving false information in employment application form will lead to automatic disqualification. Only those shortlisted and cleared by the EACC pursuant to their Public Notice dat-ed 9th April 2020, shall be contacted for interviews.

Tender Notice

This is to bring to the attention of the general public that an invitation to the following tender has been uploaded on PUBLIC PROCUREMENT INFORMATION PORTAL and KENYA URBAN ROADS AUTHORITY’S WEBSITE

TENDER NUMBERS TENDER DESCRIPTION

KURA/RMLF/NRB/323/2020-2021 NMT facilities on Naivasha, James Gichuru, Gitanga and Ole Dume roads

Government to partner with private sector to revamp aquaculture farming

BY BY JANE NAITORE (KNA) The Government will part-

ner with the private sector to provide a ready market for aquaculture products by op-erationalizing fish plants es-tablished under the 2009/2013 Economic Stimulus Program in four Counties in the country.

To Achieve this, the Depart-ment of Fisheries, Aquacul-ture and Blue Economy has kick started the re-stocking the Opapo fish Plant in Opapo ward, Rongo Sub County in Mi-gori County with 30,000 Nile Tilapia fingerlings.

Making the announce-ment the Principal Secretary Dr.Francis Owino said the sec-tor also go out of its way to sup-plement lake fish which is

under massive exploitation due to the increasing demand of the commodity in the country.

According to Dr. Owino, the fish plants which have in-creased in 15 counties will not only provide ready market and offer feeds at affordable cost, but will also stop the women from being exploited by their male counterparts who demand for sex in exchange for the commodity, commonly known as ‘sex for fish vice’.

The vice has been cited as one of the major bottlenecks in the

fight against HIV/Aids preva-lence in the counties which have been rated among the highest in the country.

Opapo plant which is being revamped in partnership of the RIO Fish Company and the County government of Migori has already started receiving fish from farmers and doing value addition before it is resold to traders.

RIO fish Company Direc-tor Nixon Shikuku says the company is a social enterprise that specializes in solving the challenges of fish farmers by offering market, value addi-tion to the commodity, capac-ity building to farmers and fish feeds at affordable prices.

Shikuku says the company which also has fish cages in Lake Victoria has a capacity of producing more than 168 met-ric tons of the commodity an-nually, although it has so far managed 60 tons worth sh.18 m.

“Once we are able to produce full capacity, the plant will contribute to more than 1% of the country’s production which currently stands at 30,000 metric tons, but is supposed to be 100,000 tons,” he says.

The plant has been in opera-tion for the last six months and is locate 8km from Rongo town

towards Migori, along the Kisii- Migori- Isebania highway.

It is currently offering deep fried, smoked, and grilled fish to traders who sell the commodity in the neighbor-ing Kisii, Nyamira and Hom-abay Counties for domestic and institutional consump-tion.

A restaurant is also based at the plant premises to offer traders and travelers a fish eating experience of differ-ent fish dishes including fish pizza and samosas among other local dishes.

The Plant, Shikuku says, has helped empower women and youth through job creation, and aquaculture farming activities besides improving nutrition and therefore health of the popu-lation who are avoiding bad eating habits.

The restaurant’s Proprie-tor Bob Okello says reiterates Shikuku’s sentiments that the plant has been however affected by the impact of Covid19 pandemic including fish supply now that fisher-man are not able to get the best catch which occurs at night when the curfew in place.

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BY CYRUS OGUNA

State agencies are up in arms against graft in Kenya, through collabo-

rations meant to stir citizens’ adherence to integrity as well as unlock government rev-enue.

In the anti-graft campaign, the agencies are applying a 360-degree strategy, sealing corruption loopholes and im-plementing systems that dis-courage corruption.

The Ethics and Anti- Cor-ruption Commission (EACC), Kenya Revenue Author-ity (KRA), Assets Recovery Agency (ARA), Office of The Director of Public Prosecu-tions (ODPP), Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Financial Reporting Center (FRC) among other agencies through the Multi-Agency Taskforce Team on Corruption (MAT) have been agile in ac-tualizing President Kenyatta’s initiative of fighting corrup-tion in the country.

High value arrests and raids have been made through col-laborations promoted by the multi-Agency framework, in the graft war, executive shifts conducted and beyond that, strategic initiatives and tech-nologies used to curb graft and streamlining revenue system, a move that is currently pay-ing off.

Recent progress is dem-onstrated by KRA’s efforts in surpassing monthly collection targets, for the fourth time in

a row. In the month of March, KRA collected Sh.6 billion, the highest revenue performance rate since the beginning of the Financial Year. This was de-spite a challenging economic environment brought about by Covid-19.

Compared to the Febru-ary collection which stood at Sh.127.7 billion, with a per-formance rate of 105.1 per cent the March collection grew by 11.2 per cent, with a surplus collection of Sh 6.6 billion.

The Authority, like other agencies, has been keen on implementing a number of revenue enhancement meas-ures, cognizant of the prevail-ing effects of Covid-19 on the business environment. The measures, which promote compliance and discourage tax evasion, are now paying off. Top above all goals for KRA, has been sustained im-

plementation of compliance efforts, revenue enhancement initiatives and improved ser-vice delivery to taxpayers.

There has been a relentless focus on pending bills, non-compliant suppliers/with-holding agents/importers, and dispute resolution mecha-

nisms to meet the revenue tar-gets. Since prosecution is one of KRA’s enforcement meas-ures, KRA continues to charge perpetrators in Court when all efforts fail. Last year alone, 122 cases were taken to Court on various tax offences for con-travening The Tax Procedures Act and The East African Com-munity Customs Management Act (EACCMA). The cases had a tax implication of Sh. 12.9 Billion. Out of these cases, 29 have since been completed. KRA attributes this progress to the government good-will that comes from MAT collabo-rations. The ODPP through the framework has ensured a high prosecution rate, with the ju-diciary ensuring that there is closure of all such cases taken to Court.

The Ethics and Anti-Cor-ruption Commission, the anchor agency in the fight against graft has enhanced its resolve to pursue high value corruption cases. The Agency has taken high pro-file cases to court, including former officials of the defunct Rural Electrification Author-ity (REA) over procurement irregularities in the tender for solar electrification of public primary schools worth over Sh.100 million, former sen-ior officers at the Lake Basin Development Authority who have been charged for engag-ing in a project without prior planning and conspiracy to defraud.

Multi-state agencies collaboration winning war

against widespread graft

Sh6.6BSurplus collection of revenue by the Kenya Revenue Authority at the beginning of financia year

CONFERENCE THEME

Enhancing Sustainable Livelihoods in Dryland Environments

GARISSA UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCEMENT AND CALL FOR PAPERS

INAUGURAL OPEN DAY AND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC

CONFERENCE, 2021

Conference Dates: 22nd—24th September, 2021 GARISSA UNIVERSITY, GARISSA, KENYA

SUBMISSION OF ABSTRACTS Abstracts should be between 250 and 300 words in Times Roman font12, a synopsis of the background, objectives, statement of the problem and methods, providing the author’s contact details such as title, name, email address, tele-phone and institutional affiliation, to be send to [email protected] and copied to [email protected]. Accepted full papers will be peer-reviewed for publication in a refereed journal.

• Education and Marginalization • Culture and Environmental Humanities • Peace, Security and Conflict Management • Development Communication, Technology and Media • Green Economy and Blue Economy • Natural Resource Management, Climate Risk and Change • Animal Health and Production • Dryland Ecosystem and Human Health, Respiratory Illness • Material Science, Statistics and Mathematical Economics • Indigenous Knowledge for Sustainability • Internet Economy, Entrepreneurship and Supply Chain

Management

SUB-THEMES

Deadline for Submission of Abstracts 10th May, 2021

Confirmation of abstract acceptance 14th May, 2021

Deadline for submission of full papers 14th June, 2021

Early registration 19th - 26th July, 2021

Late registration 13th—20th September, 2021

Inaugural Open Day 22nd September, 2021

Conference Dates 23rd and 24th September, 2021

Conference Charges

Participant Category Early Registration

Late Registration

Garissa University Staff KES 3,500 KES 4,500

East Africans KES 4,500 KES 5,500

Non-East Africans USD 90 USD 110

East African Students KES 2,000 KES 2,500

Non-East African Students USD 50 USD 55

Exhibitors KES 8,000 KES 8,000

PAYMENTS

Bank: KCB Branch: Garissa A/C Name: Garissa University A/C No.: 1136134514

FOR MORE INFORMATION, REACH US THROUGH WEBSITE: www.gau.ac.ke

EMAIL: [email protected] CONTACT: 0722-439343

GARISSA UNIVERSITY IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE ITS INAUGURAL OPEN DAY AND ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL ACADEMIC CONFERENCE ON “CONFRONTING THE CHALLENGES IN DRYLANDS

DEVELOPMENT” TO BE HELD FROM 22ND - 24TH SEPTEMBER, 2021

THEME OF THE OPEN DAY

POWERING DEVELOPMENT THROUGH RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER

PREAMBLE The university Open Day will be an opportunity for the university to showcase its programmes and products to the public. The theme of the event is in tan-dem with the university’s mandate of fostering strong linkages with industry and the community. The theme of the academic conference captures the uni-versity’s aspiration to enhance multidisciplinary synergy in research as a crucial tool for enhancing sustainable development in dryland ecosystems. The university undertakes research on societal problems with a view to finding remedies to the challenges. The conference brings together professionals, indus-try experts, scholars and students from various disciplines, making it a perfect forum to share experiences and research findings in a bid to power develop-ment and improve the quality of the life of communities. The conference is a platform for participants to network with peers, access new and profound ideas and enhance their fields. The remarkable event will also foster collaborations across industry and academia which is necessary in tackling emerging devel-opmental challenges across the world.

BY THE PC TEAM

During crises, communica-tion plays a key role in terms of engaging the public in order to inform them on the effects of a particular crisis and steps taken to manage and control that cri-sis.

The importance of effective communication is amplified further when public participa-tion is needed to tackle the crisis at hand.

After the report of the first COVID-19 case on 12th March, 2020, the Government em-barked on daily media briefs that have been quite instrumental in raising awareness among Ken-yans on the pandemic.

There is no doubt that major-ity of Kenyans have basic aware-ness on the disease. Despite this general awareness, Kenyans still

engage in risky behaviours that expose them to the hazards of the disease.

A section of Kenyans still hold Ministry of Health (MOH) guide-lines towards combatting the spread of COVID-19 as govern-ment-enforced directives and only adhere to them to escape the possible legal implications of violation.

For example, most Kenyans use facemasks to avoid being nabbed by the police rather than to protect themselves from the COVID-19. Addition-ally, observing social distance has proven to be an uphill task for most Kenyans, as evidenced by sheer disregard for govern-ment’s directive on social gath-erings. This implies lack of risk awareness.

The MOH has rolled out a

comprehensive Risk Commu-nication and Community En-gagement Plan that has been cascaded to the counties for im-plementation. It is expected that the counties adopt this Plan and adapt it to address the unique risk awareness needs of their re-spective communities.

The term “community” as Renata Schiavo explains in her book; Health communication: from theory to practice indicates “ a variety of social, ethnic, cultural, or geographical asso-ciations, for example, a school, workplace, city, neighbourhood, organized patient or professional group, or association of peer leaders,” to name but a few.

If the counties take up the challenge and implement the plan to the latter, it will influ-ence the risk perception of

the communities at large. The plan should rely on messaging tailored to Behaviour Change Communication model that maximises on stakeholder en-gagement and community par-ticipation to the grassroots level.

In addition to the local mass media channels like community radios and vernacular radio sta-tions, local National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) and opinion leaders at the com-munity level must be involved in sensitising members of the com-munity on COVID-19 risks.

The community should en-courage each other on COVID-19 prevention and care. This can be best achieved through applica-tion of conventional and non-conventional communication channels to improve COVID-19 risk perception among Kenyans.

Risk communication and community engagement key in combatting the covid-19 pandemic

KABETE NATIONAL POLYTECHNICP.O. BOX 29010 - 00625 NAIROBI. CELL: +254 713338683

[email protected]

REGISTRATION OF SUPPLIERS, TENDERS AND FRAMEWORK AGREEMENTS FOR SUPPLY AND PROVISION OF GOODS, SERVICES, WORKS AND CONSULTANCY FOR THE PERIOD 2021/2022 -

2022/2023 FINANCIAL YEARS

Kabete National Polytechnic is a public TVET Institution established through Legal Notice No. 92 of 2016 under the TVET ACT 29 of 2013.

The Polytechnic intends to pre-qualify and register suppliers as well as enter into Frame-work Agreement for service providers for the provision of Goods, Works and Services for the period beginning July 1st 2021 to June 30th, 2023 from eligible bidders. Interested and competent firms specializing in the provision of Goods, Works and Services are invited to apply.

The Tender documents can be viewed or downloaded from the Polytechnic’s website: www.kabetenationalpolytechnic.ac.ke free of charge.

Duly complete tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked “the title and the Tender Reference number” should be addressed to the undersigned and dropped into the TENDER BOX outside the Main Hall on or before Thursday 29th April, 2021 at 11.00 am. The bid documents will be opened immediately thereafter in the Polytechnic Main Hall in the presence of bidders or their representatives who choose to attend.

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BY GOFREY ISIYE (PCO)

The Germany government has extended a financial grant of Sh 830million towards the empowerment of Kenyan youth under a new project dubbed Vi-jana Vuka Na Afya (VIVA) to be launched soon.

The multi million grant to be channeled through the German Development Bank (KfW) is a product of a technical coopera-tion agreement between Kenya and Germany.

PS State Department of Youth Affairs Mr Charles Sunkuli and KfW Senior Program Officer Benjamin Graedler signed the agreement and agreed on the implementation road map of the project in Nairobi.

The new initiative will benefit youths aged between 15 to 24 years in Kisumu, Mombasa and Nairobi informal settlements for a peripd of 3 years.

Speaking during the cer-emony, Mr. Sunkuli the gov-

ernment envisages that over 100,000 will benefit from the Vijana Vuka NA Afya Pro-gramme through services that will be delivered through an IT platform as a voucher service that will enable young peo-ple access heath, vocation and technical training.

The PS said a further 60,000 youth will benefit from entre-preneurship training under the same programme.

Mr Sunkuli explained that

the first component will in-volve information provision to raise awareness on sexual and reproductive health through education materials, entrepre-neurship and life skills training courses.

He added that the compo-nent will also have sporting activities, and support to youth clubs, youth empowerment centres, training of service pro-viders on healthy behavior and youth friendly services.

BRIEFS

Germany awards Kenyan youth Sh830m for ‘Vijana Vuka na Afya’ project signed in city

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NAIROBI-KENYA I Issue No.39/2020-2021

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BY JOSEPH NG’ANG’A (KNA)

An interim Sugarcane Pricing Committee con-stituted by the Ministry

of Agriculture, Livestock, Fish-eries and Cooperatives has ap-proved an increase in the price of cane from the current Sh.3, 700 per tonne to Sh4, 040 per tonne effective April 1, 2021 in line with the Industry Cane Pricing Formula.

Consequently, Cabinet Sec-retary (CS) Peter Munya di-rected millers to adhere to the new prices while making pay-ments to the farmers adding that any farmer being paid less should report the miller to the Ministry.

“Any cases of non-compli-ance will attract a fine of not less than Shs500, 000 or one year imprisonment in line with Section 37 of the Crops Act, 2013,” said Munya.

Speaking at Kilimo House while giving an update of the sugar sector, Munya said that sugarcane prices to farmers had stagnated at Sh3,700 per tonne since the last review by a similar committee in 2018.

Munya highlighted that there has been a lot of concern from the farmers on the inability of the millers to harvest their cane on time and this has in turn led to delays in cane harvesting and in some instances sugarcane of up to 48 months still remained unharvested in the fields.

“My Ministry through the Agriculture and Food Author-

ity (AFA) held consultative meetings with millers from the affected areas with a view to coming up with agreeable solutions and there was an ur-gent request by the millers for the government to roll out the implementation of the Crops (Sugar) (General) Regulations, 2020 whose impact would be coordination of the sugar sec-tor and create linkages between

millers and growers,” said Munya.

The CS further said that they have put in place a sensitization cum registration exercise of growers through print and elec-tronic media in a bid to reach out to the ‘independent grow-ers’ whose cane is not captured in the mill harvesting program.

Munya said that millers were encouraged to enhance their

capacities where possible with special request for the govern-ment to fund the rehabilita-tion of state owned mills which would otherwise lead to ab-sorption of the excess sugar-cane.

“We have also witnessed enhanced capacities by some private millers through setting up of new sugar mills, for ex-ample, West Kenya Sugar Com-pany – Naitiri Unit in Bungoma County, is 80% complete and targets commissioning in Au-gust 2021. This would greatly enhance absorption of cane in the area and neighboring catchment,” said Munya.

He added that there are other applications for setting up of new sugar mills in Siaya, Kilifi, Kisii, Uasin Gishu and Tana River Counties.

Munya said that the sugar industry has steadily expanded over the years with the area under cane having increased from 126,826 hectares in 2002 to 202,616 hectares at the end of 2020 signifying an increase of 60%.

Munya, however noted that increase in population has had an upward push in sugar con-sumption outpacing domestic production.

“The country has not reached self-sufficiency in sugar pro-duction. For this reason, the country will this year be filling the deficit by importing sugar, especially from the Common Market for Eastern and South-ern Africa (COMESA) region.

Sugarcane growers enjoy better pay as new pricing rule comes into force

The county government of Kirinyaga has disbursed Sh 3,081,000 to assist needy students pay school fees. Out of the kitty, Sh1,615,000 went to secondary school students, Sh990,500 to university students and Sh 475,500 to students in ter-tiary institutions. While distributing the bursary cheques to selected students among the beneficiaries, Governor Anne Waiguru said the funds will benefit 179 sec-ondary school students, 50 university students and 22 college students. Beneficiaries in second-ary schools were awarded between Sh. 5,000 and Sh. 10,000, while university and college students got between Sh. 15,000 and Sh. 30,000 depending on the need of the student. Waiguru said that the bursary fund is aimed at enabling stu-dents from poor backgrounds to remain in learning institu-tions after enrollment. She noted that the disburse-ment was in addition to the Sh110 million bursaries given to about 40,000 students earlier in the year. “My government remains committed to supporting the education of our children, the improvement of academic performance in our county

and ultimately, the lives of our youth,” she said The governor also appealed to all the county residents to strictly adhere to the laid down Covid-19 prevention measures, such as wearing masks properly whenever in public, washing hands regu-larly and observing physical distance. She said Kirinyaga county has registered a total of 530 Covid-19 cases since the outbreak of the pandemic, with 436 and 24 patients successfully recovering from home-based care and isola-tion centers respectively. “Currently, 4 patients are un-dergoing treatment in isola-tion centers while another 27 are recovering under home-based care. The county has lost 9 people to the disease, two of them dying during the current wave,” the Governor said. Waiguru also noted that the county had on Wednesday received an additional 6,000 doses of Covid-19 vaccine making a total of 11,000 doses that the county has re-ceived so far. About 4,500 people who in-clude health workers, police officers, teachers, and people aged 58 years and above have already received the vaccine. By Irungu Mwangi (KNA)

County gives Sh3m worth of bursaries to needy students

A number of farmers in Mi-gori County are now engaged in serious cage farming to tap the huge fish resource in Lake Victoria. With the current dwindling fish stocks in the expansive fresh water lake, individual farmers and large scale traders in the area are now engaging in growing fish in cages and registering good earnings.Statistics from the local fish-eries offices indicate that a total of 55 cages have been established on the Lake side of Migori region alone to date and are fetching good earn-ings to the owners, mainly individual farmers and well-organised firms.For instance, during the 2019/2020 financial year, cage fish farmers from the re-gion earned a combined sum of over Sh2.5 billion within that period from over 5,000 metric tons of fish sales.County fisheries lead techni-cal officer Mr. Stanley Mu-loma said, although some of the cage farmers within the four wards of Nyatike

Sub-County did not present their records of earnings ad-equately, most did so with those from Muhuru ward har-vesting a combine 2,850kgs, followed by Got Kachola ward with 950kgs as lead produc-ers of cage fish in the region.“We want to move fish pro-duction through caging to another level where farmers grow fish with the intension of supplying to big industries with huge capacities to create employment to Kenyans,” said Mr. Muloma.Lake Victoria currently hosts hundreds of Cage farmers all of who target fish factories in Nairobi, Mombasa and else-where in Kenya and outside Kenya with their produce.The aim is to bridge the gap in fish produce from the water mass that has been slowly drifting backward due to shortage of fish stocks in the lake, triggered by bad fishing methods by fishermen who use illegal fishing gears that net even young fish and de-stroy fish breeding spots.By George Agimba

Fish farmers bank on cage farming to increase earnings