CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST- Construction and Furnishing of Two Canteens with Two Hand Pump Boreholes in Central Primary School, Mayo Ndaga, Sardauna LGA and Central Primary School, Saakaka, Sardauna LGA in Taraba State

ActionAid Nigeria in collaboration with Women and Children Health Empowerment Foundation (WACHEF) is implementing Innovative Action for School Feeding Programme (Innovative Action) in Taraba State with the technical and financial support of the ECOWAS Commission and the financial participation of the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation. Innovative Action is designed to Strengthen Policy Engagement Framework for institutionalisation of school feeding programmes in Nigeria while Increasing sustainable access to healthy and balanced meals for pupils in border communities of Taraba State.

We are seeking qualified and reputable contractors to express their interest in the Construction and furnishing of two Canteens with two hand pump boreholes in Central Primary School, Mayo Ndaga, Sardauna LGA (one canteen and a borehole) and Central Primary School, Saakaka, Sardauna LGA (one canteen and a borehole) in Taraba State.

  Key Details:

1. Scope of Work:

The contractor will be responsible for:

• Each canteen size should be able to contain more than 400 pupils
• From foundation to finishing
• Electrical installations
• Finishing works including plastering, painting, and flooring
• Installation of doors, windows, and canteen fixtures
• Canteen furnishing: This includes chairs, tables, cooking utensils, plates, gas burners and other items needed in the canteens
• Construction of two hand pump boreholes in each school

The contractor will also give reports at each stage of the process.

1. Technical Requirements: Bidders should demonstrate their expertise and capacity to have undertaken similar projects. This includes possessing the necessary equipment, experienced personnel, and evidence of history in delivering successful classroom constructions.
2. Compliance: All construction activities must adhere to applicable local regulations, environmental guidelines, and safety standards. Bidders should possess the required licenses and certifications.
3. Evaluation Criteria

           Submissions will be evaluated based on:

1. Experience and past project performance
2. Technical and financial capability
3. Compliance with the stated eligibility criteria
4. Completeness and clarity of the submitted documents
5. Contract Duration: The contract will be awarded for a fixed-term period. Details regarding contract duration, payment terms, and milestones will be provided to shortlisted bidders.
6. Instructions for Submission: Interested companies are requested to submit their Expression of Interest and added documentation detailing necessary company registration, licenses, experience, and expertise. The EOI should include the following information:
7. Company Profile: Provide a brief overview of your company, including its background, core competencies, and key construction projects.
8. Technical Capacity: Outline your construction equipment, tools, and resources available for the project. Highlight relevant certifications, licenses, and any quality assurance processes implemented.
9. Experience: Describe your company's experience in executing similar projects, emphasizing the number of classrooms constructed, locations, and outcomes achieved. Include pictures or references from previous clients, if available.
10. Team: Introduce the key personnel who will be involved in the project, including their qualifications and relevant experience.
11. Financial Stability: Provide an overview of your company's financial standing, demonstrating your ability to fulfil contractual obligations and tax certificates.
12. Submission should include a detailed quotation.

Shortlisted contractors will be invited to participate in a detailed tender process.

Submission of EOI: Expression of Interest should be submitted electronically and in PDF format to Procurement.Nigeria@actionaid.org and copy wachefnigeria@gmail.com not later than 19th November, 2024.

Ensure the subject line of your email includes "EOI: Construction and Furnishing of Two Canteens with Two Hand Pump Boreholes in Taraba - [Your Company's Name]." Late submissions will not be considered.