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October 23, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 27 Governor seeks support for health partnership Dr Kuti regrets that some politicians were opposed to a move intended to improve health services KNA -ISOILO I siolo governor Dr. Mohamed Kuti has urged politicians to embrace the proposed public, private, partnership (PPP) in the county’s health sector and stop inciting residents against the collaboration. Dr. Kuti regretted that some politicians were opposed to the move, intended to improve provision of the health services to the local population. “We have received several letters from various government agencies, cluding summons b Senate health co mittee but as a medi there is no way we can jeopardise lives of th people,” said the governor as he displayed some of MINISTRY OF PETROLEUM AND MINING REPUBLIC OF KENYA STATE DEPARTMENT FOR MINING CONSULTANCY SERVICES REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A SOAPSTONE VALUE ADDITION CENTER IN KISII COUNTY: TENDER NO. SDM/EOI/003/2018-2019 The Principal Secretary, State Department for Mining, invites sealed Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from eligible and qualified Consultant firms for provision of consultancy services for the Feasibility Study on the establishment of a Soapstone Value Addition Center in Kisii County. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, and availability of appropriate skills). The purpose of this study is to provide the terms of reference that will guide a comprehensive feasibility study on the socio-economic viability of the establishment of a Soapstone Value Addition Centre in Kisii County. The aim of the project is to improve the livelihoods of the beneficiary community, regional economy and that of Kenya as a whole, and creation of direct and indirect jobs through value addition and diversification of soapstone products. Objectives of the Soapstone Value Addition Centre i. To provide value addition and diversification of soapstone products ii. To create jobs for the Kenyans iii. To improve socio-economic status of the community iv. To increase revenues for the National and County Governments Terms of Reference The Terms of Reference for the study are as follows: i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. vii. x. xi. xii. xv. xvi. REPUBLIC OF KENYA the letters. Dr.Kuti was speaking in Isiolo town on Saturday during the commemoration of Mashujaa day. He said that an International NGO – ‘Living Good’ which operates in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, if accepted in the county, would only carry out activities in the remote parts of the county and not at the referral Hospitals. r said the as noble and transformty’s health r particuarly helping healthcare seekers. He said the proposed (PPP) is an attempt to streamline healthcare service delivery through more astute management of the county referral hospital and two sub-county hospitals at Garbatula and Merti for a contract period of four years. The contract can only be renewed if services are satisfactory to the relevant stakeholders. Kuti said contrary to the rupoor mours being peddled, the proposed partnership would not increase the cost of healthcare services in county facilities but rather build sustainable, low cost impact healthcare solutions including engagement of trained community health workers at village level. “It will also incorporate the best technological apparatus to help in improving service delivery especially in maternal and child healthcare,” he added. Isiolo County Commissioner Mr. John Ondego said that security agencies in the area will soon disallow boda-boda riders from operating beyond set time to be agreed upon by all stakeholders, because some were risking lives by working even past midnight. Ondego said incidents of riders being killed and their motorbikes stolen should be investigated thoroughly so that such cases could be eliminated both in the area and the neighbouring Meru County. MINISTRY OF PETROLEUM AND MINING STATE DEPARTMENT FOR MINING CONSULTANCY SERVICES REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A GOLD REFINERY IN KAKAMEGA COUNTY: TENDER NO. SDM/EOI/002/2018-2019 The Principal Secretary, State Department for Mining, invites sealed Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from eligible and qualified Consultant firms for provision of consultancy services for the Feasibility Study on the establishment of a Gold refinery plant in Kakamega County. Interested consultants must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, and availability of appropriate skills). The purpose of this study is to provide the terms of reference that will guide a comprehensive feasibility study on the socio-economic viability of the establishment of a Gold Refinery in Kakamega County The aim of the project is to improve the livelihoods of the beneficiary community, regional economy and that of Kenya as a whole, and creation of direct and indirect jobs through refining of gold to international standards. Objectives of the Gold Refinery i. ii. iii. iv. To provide refinery services to vulnerable Artisanal and Small Scale Miners (ASMs) and other gold producers locally and in the region to achieve high beneficiation level for their gold To create jobs for the Kenyans To improve socio-economic status of the community To increase revenues for the National and County Governments Terms of Reference The Terms of Reference for the study are as follows: Review existing geological information and current soapstone production in the region. Undertake analysis of soapstone potential and production i.e raw materials locally, regionally and internationally. Analyze the commercial, economic and social viability of the Soapstone Value Addition Centre. Review options of the implementation framework Define human resource, equipment and any other needs for the success of the project Define an implementation timeline for the project Define project risk and mitigation measures viii. Recommend organizational structure and management after commissioning ix. Undertake an overview of soapstone production and marketing Identify potential sources of funding for sustainability of the project Define the extent to which the project will benefit the youth, women and people with disability Review the infrastructure, security and utility requirements xiii. Undertake market study/analysis/outlook and competitiveness (demand, cost and competitiveness analysis). xiv. Analyze technological considerations in soapstone product diversification Analyze by-product use and waste management/utilization Carry out PESTEL analysis of the project xvii. Determine Investment requirement – capital outlay xviii. Local content analysis – affirmative action xix. xx. Determine investment incentives available locally Determine international positioning and strategies employed xxi. Carry out trading potential and value chain analysis The consultant will be expected to finish the study and deliver the report in thirty (30) days. To be eligible the firms must meet the following minimum criteria: Provide elaborate background and structure of the companies including relevant statutory incorporation/registration documents, physical address and correspondence details. The mandatory statutory documents are: 1. 2. 3. 4. Copy of Tax Payer Registration (PIN/VAT), Copy of Certificate of Incorporation/Registration Valid Tax Compliance Certificate Ensure that the tenderers’ submission is serialized i.e. with page numbers. Other Requirements 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Provide evidence of minimum two (2) successfully completed contracts of similar nature within the last five years Demonstrate financial and organizational strength by attaching audited accounts for the last three (3) years Provide company profile with firm’s background, physical address, telephone contacts, facilities, organizational structure, directors and key staff to include experience and qualifications, products and services provided Provide reference letters and contact details of two (2) corporate clients Demonstrate the ability, capacity and experience to undertake the assignment Provide signed curriculum Vitae of at least 5 key personnel with software and hardware skills relevant to the project. The 5 must have participated in some of the references indicated Interested Consultants may seek clarification in writing, and the same to be received, at least seven (7) working days before date of closing the REOI advertisement, to the following address- Principal Secretary, Ministry of Mining P.O. Box 30009 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya. Expressions of Interest must be deposited by 8th November, 2018 at 11.00 am Local time, in the Tender Box located at Works Building 2nd Floor, Ngong Road, Nairobi, Kenya. The packages should be clearly marked: REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SOAPSTONE VALUE ADDITION CENTRE IN KISII COUNTY TENDER NO. SDM/EOI/003/2018-2019; Addressed to: The Principal Secretary, State Department for Mining Ministry of Petroleum and Mining, Works Building 2nd floor, Ngong Road, P.O Box 30009-00100, NAIROBI, KENYA HEAD, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT For: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY HEAD, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT For: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY i. ii. iii. iv. v. Review existing geological information and current gold Production in the region. Undertake analysis of gold potential and production i.e raw materials locally, regionally and internationally. Analyze the commercial, economic and social viability of the gold refinery. Review options of the implementation framework Define human resource, equipment and any other needs for the success of the project vi. Define an implementation timeline for the project vii. Define project risk and mitigation measures viii. Recommend organizational structure and management after commissioning ix. x. Undertake an overview of gold trading Identify potential sources of funding for sustainability of the project xi. xii. xv. Define the extent to which the project will benefit the youth, women and people with disability Review the infrastructure, security and utility requirements xiii. Undertake market study/analysis/outlook and competitiveness (demand, cost and competitiveness analysis. xiv. Analyze technological considerations in gold refining Analyze by-product use and waste management xvi. Carry out PESTEL analysis of the project xvii. Determine Investment requirement – capital outlay xviii. Local content analysis – affirmative action xix. Determine Investment incentives available locally xx. Determine International positioning and strategies employed xxi. Carry out Trading potentiality and value chain analysis The consultant will be expected to finish the study and deliver the report in thirty (30) days. To be eligible the firms must meet the following minimum criteria: Provide elaborate background and structure of the companies including relevant statutory incorporation/registration documents, physical address and correspondence details. The mandatory statutory documents are: 1. Copy of Tax Payer Registration (PIN/VAT), 2. 3. Valid Tax Compliance Certificate 4. Other Requirements 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Copy of Certificate of Incorporation/Registration Ensure that the tenderers’ submission is serialized i.e. with page numbers. Provide evidence of minimum two (2) successfully completed contracts of similar nature within the last five years Demonstrate financial and organizational strength by attaching audited accounts for the last three (3) years Provide company profile with firm’s background, physical address, telephone contacts, facilities, organizational structure, directors and key staff to include experience and qualifications, products and services provided Provide reference letters and contact details of two (2) corporate clients Demonstrate the ability, capacity and experience to undertake the assignment Provide signed curriculum Vitae of at least 5 key personnel with software and hardware skills relevant to the project. The 5 must have participated in some of the references indicated Interested Consultants may seek clarification in writing, and the same to be received, at least seven (7) working days before date of closing the REOI advertisement, to the following address- Principal Secretary, Ministry of Mining P.O. Box 30009 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya. Expressions of Interest must be deposited by 8th November, 2018 at 11.00 am Local time, in the Tender Box located at Works Building 2nd Floor, Ngong Road, Nairobi, Kenya. The packages should be clearly marked: REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (REOI) FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR A FEASIBILITY STUDY ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF GOLD REFINERY IN KAKAMEGA COUNTY TENDER NO. SDM/EOI/002/2018-2019; Addressed to: The Principal Secretary, State Department for Mining Ministry of Petroleum and Mining, Works Building 2nd floor, Ngong Road, P.O Box 30009-00100, NAIROBI, KENYA

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