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BLUE ECONOMY Conference an excellent platform to sensitise youth on huge opportunities PAGE 6-7 www.mygov.go.ke JOB CREATION Road contractors urged to employ local youth PAGE 29 National higher education conference starts The highlights of the conference include research presentations and round-table discussions PAGE. 26 YOUR WEEKLY REVIEW October 30, 2018 MyGov NAIROBI-KENYA I Issue No. 0092 Reach us at: www.mygov.go.ke THE WEEK IN NUMBERS 103 Age of oldest taxpayer honoured among distinguished taxpayers in during the 2015 KRA awards ceremony 0722 320 111 0722 327 773 ads@mygov.go.ke ads@mygov.go.ke Top taxpayers to be feted at 2018 event Taxpayers’ Day is one of the highlights of taxpayers’ month, traditionally observed in October with month-long activities dedicated to celebrating compliant taxpayers from all sectors. Stories Page 2 Kenya to New York Maiden Flight 7,000 Annual capacity in tonnes of macadamia processing factory in Embu commissioned by Deputy President $42m Amount manufactures lose annually to counterfeit goods, while the government loses US$80million as potential tax revenue President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto wave as the Kenya Airways Dreamliner 787 starts to depart from JKIA on its inaugural flight to New York, USA. Amina sends goodwill message to candidates BY ALICE GWORO , KNA-NAIROBI E ducation Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed has sent a goodwill message to all 2018 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education and Kenya certificate of Primary Education candidates ahead of their examinations. In her goodwill message last Friday, Mohamed told students that she had no doubts that on their own and with the support of their teachers, parents or guardians, they have worked very hard and will certainly excel in their exams. “Your learning experience of eight years of primary and four years of secondary education, has effectively prepared you for these examinations,” she said, further encouraging them to walk into the examination centres with the same confidence and enthusiasm they showed during their years in school. The CS assured candidates that each one of them is naturally endowed with a combination of intelligence and character that makes them special and valued in the society, adding that examinations assess some and not all of what makes everyone unique. SPONSORED CONTENT

2 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke KRA to reward distinguished taxpayers during annual event This year’s ceremony will be held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) with President Kenyatta expected to preside BY DAVID KIMANI T he Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is set to award payers that KRA has honoured in the past include two elderly taxpayers aged 113 and 101 for beating all odds to update their Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) on iTax. The two received Senior Tax Ambassador Award during the 2015 awards ceremony. This year’s ceremony will be held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). President Uhuru Kenyatta is expected to preside over the ceremony. The taxpayers’ month, traditionally observed in October, is a month-long series of activities dedicated to celebrating and appreciating compliant taxpayers from all sectors. Among the key activities that characterise the taxpaydistinguished taxpayers from across the country on Wednesday. Among distinguished taxers’ month include corporate social responsibility initiatives, visits to distinguished taxpayers, a tax summit among other key initiatives to appreciate the taxpayers for the crucial role they play in the economic development of the country.The 2018 taxpayers’ day will also see President Kenyatta unveil the Integrated Scanner Command Centre and commission the Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS). RECTS is an end to end President Uhuru Kenyatta (right) presents a Tax Ambassador award to John Macharia (centre) during the 2016 Taxpayers’ Day- looking on is the KRA Commissioner General John Njiraini and real time cargo monitoring system which tracks transit cargo from the port of Mombasa to the point of last destination.The technology, co-run by KRA and counterpart tax agencies in Uganda and Rwanda, has significantly improved cargo tracking of transit goods along the northern corridor. As a result, incidences of cargo diversion and dumping have substantively been curbed. Diverted and The Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System, RECTS is an end to end and real time cargo monitoring system which tracks transit cargo from the port of Mombasa to the point of last destination. KRA Commissioner General John Njiraini fixes a cargo tracking device on a truck during the launch of the Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS) in March 2017 dumped cargo used to pose unfair competition to goods in the local market. Before RECTS RECTS, KRA officials would literally escort cargo from the port of Mombasa all the way to the border before passing on the escort baton to neighbouring customs authorities. Transit time has reduced significantly especially because the handover from one customs authority to the other no longer takes place. In a past interview, KRA Commissioner General Mr John Njiraini said that the nonintrusive capability to monitor cargo movement provided by this system has not only drastically cut down opportunities for diversion but has in addition markedly improved cargo transit times through elimination of driver-initiated delays. He also noted that the RECTS has been extended to the tracking of sensitive exports, especially tobacco and spirits which have also been the target of dumping in the Kenyan market. Is that a message from the taxman? Don’t ignore, if in doubt do confirm One such channel is the contact centre which can be reached on 0711099999, another is callcentre@kra. go.ke BY GRACE WANDERA C ommunication is arguably one of the most important tools in the day-to-day life of man that has remarkably evolved over the years. The tool has evolved from drum beating, smoke signals, ravens and blowing of horns to internet-based communication in the modern-day world. Although different scholars have defined communication in divergent ways, the common denominator in all the definitions is the exchange of information by speaking, writing or any other medium so long as the exchange takes place between two or more parties. Someone recently joked on social media that they only take two pieces of communication more seriously than all the others. According to the social media user, the first piece of communication they never dillydally with is the ‘battery low warning’ on their electronic gadgets while the second is when oncoming matatu drivers signal them to slow down on the highway. What followed the aforementioned post was a string of reactions and counter-reactions. Amid the flood of hilarious comments, there was a particular one that really caught my attention; it appealed to the owner of the post to include ‘communication from a tax authority’ in the list of their ‘pieces of communication they take more seriously’. Although the post was meant to be hilarious, I couldn’t agree more with the person who observed that communication from a tax authority should not be ignored. Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), being the tax administrator in Kenya, has over the years been in close contact with the taxpayers whenever a need arises. Thanks to modern technology that KRA has been leveraging on, communication with the taxpayers has now become even easier and more efficient. One of such technologies that have really come through for KRA is the Customer Relationship Management Solution (CRM) which has enabled an end-to-end communication with the taxpayers. Among the messages that KRA sends out to taxpayers include constant reminders on key tax payment due dates and defaulter messages in case a taxpayer defaults on a given tax obligation. But the million-dollar question is, how do we handle communication sent by a tax agency, such as KRA? First, let’s acknowledge that we live in an era where impostors and fraudsters have pulled up their socks to bring out their Agame in hoodwinking unsuspecting members of the public. Let’s assume you received an email from KRA informing you that you have not been filing your tax returns for a given period, yet deep down you are sure your returns have been filed. Chances are high you might be tempted to dismiss the message on grounds the sender is an impostor or a fraudster out there on a mission to hoodwink you. However, before you conclude on who the sender is and their motive, it is advisable to take some time to verify with KRA. KRA has invested in various channels of communication through which members of the public can verify such information. One such channel is the contact centre which can be reached on 0711099999 or callcentre@kra.go.ke. A walk to the nearest KRA office or Huduma Centre could also come in handy for a taxpayer who needs to verify the authenticity of any communication that they might have supposedly received from KRA. The most common instances when KRA sends out messages to a taxpayer is when a taxpayer fails to file a tax return for a given tax obligation they registered on their Personal Identification Numbers (PINs). You realise that failure to file a tax return attracts a penalty which varies depending on the type of tax obligation registered on the said taxpayer’s PIN. These types of instances, though rare, happen to taxpayers who trust third parties to file their tax returns on their behalf. In the worst case scenarios, the third parties end up not honouring the trust bestowed on them and consequently fail to file the returns. Such a taxpayer therefore rests assured that their tax returns went through, until the taxman reminds them to file the very tax return! Before it gets to this, taxpayers who seek third party assistance during tax returns filing have a key tool at their disposal to verify if their returns were indeed filed; iTax.

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 3 County in drive to conserve endangered tree species Camphor is highly sought after by illegal loggers and all efforts must be made to secure its seed in large quantities BY EVANGELINE WANGECHI AND KENNETH MARANGU KNA-CHUKA S cientists at the Kenya Forestry Research Institute (KEFRI) are studying how best to produce in bulk seed of the popular camphor tree species, whose survival in Mt. Kenya Forest is under threat. A director at the institute, Dr. Jane Njuguna, said the tree which is highly sought after by illegal loggers faces decimation and all efforts must be made to secure its seed in large quantities in order to rehabilitate the hard wood. Speaking at Kiamuriuki within the Mt. Kenya Forest in Tharaka Nithi County last Thursday, where she led a combined team of KEFRI and Kenya Forestry Service (KFS) officials during the launch of this year’s county level tree planting season, Dr. Njuguna Government to revitalise regional publications The titles have the potential of promoting and integrating rural communities into the socioeconomic development agenda BY IMMACULATE MAIMA KNA-NAIROBI T he government has put in place measures to revitalise Regional Publications, the Director of Information Mr Gwaro Ogaro has said. Ogaro observed that the publications had the potential of promoting and integrating rural communities into socio-economic development agenda. The director was speaking in Nairobi during a one-day workshop for Regional Editors and Kiswahili translators on Thursday. He noted that the return of Kiswahili as a dominant language of the publications was not negotiable as the Constitution 2010 has entrenched Kiswahili in the nation’s fabric. He said the Department had identified a pool of officers proficient in Kiswahili from across the country who will assist in the translation for the publications to be sustainable and meet their intended objectives. The Regional Publications in the Ministry of Information were launched by the government, in collaboration with UNESCO in 1974, with the objective of encouraging effective dialogue between the rural communities and the Winifred Kitonga – Head of Regional Publications addresses senior staff of the Department, Regional Publications’ Editors and Kiswahili Translators’ workshop in Nairobi. government to fill the gap left by the national newspapers, which cater mostly for the urban elites. At the onset of the Rural Press project, UNESCO provided training for staff and supplied equipment, while the government took care of office accommodation, local staff as well as budgetary provisions for recurrent expenditure such as travel, utilities and miscellaneous expenditure. The Regional Publications’ head Ms. Winifred Kitonga disclosed that by 1991, when UNESCO handed over the project to the government, 11 newspapers had been established, serving over 85 percent of the population. Ms. Kitonga said the newspapers were published in Kiswahili and registered immeasurable success as they communicated to people in a language they could understand and addressed issues at the grassroots level, thus integrating rural communities into national development agenda. She however, regretted that these successes were short lived, as the equipment donated by UNESCO became unserviceable and obsolete over time, budgetary constraints and staff depletion. Kitonga added that out of the 11 stations, three had closed down, leaving Coast, South Nyanza and Central Rift regions without cover. Kitonga called on the Ministry of Information, Communications and Technology to provide adequate funding to the project, quoting the then UNESCO Regional Communications Adviser for Eastern Africa, who said thus: “There is no doubt that rural newspapers are an appropriate information and communication strategy in supporting development processes and rural societies. By 1991, when UNESCO handed over the project to the government, 11 newspapers had been established, serving over 85 percent of the population - Winfred Kitonga No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 said an expert will visit the Chuka Forest Station next week to advise local community forest associations (CFA) on seed multiplication. The assurance came after the coordinator of the Chuka Community Forest Association coordinator Murithi Kamanda lamented that the camphor trees were being depleted, whil their seed take t long to germinate. “Camphor trees are getting depleted as they are the ones targeted mostly by illegal loggers for their high value,” Kaman said. Dr. Njuguna commended members of community forest associations for replanting and guarding forest areas but called on them to recruit youth so that they too could play a leading role in conserving the ecosystem. She observed that most members of the associations were elderly people, inting out that uness the youth were roped into ecosystem conservation, such measures would not be sustainable in the long run. The director also d it was the governintention to create linkages between the CFAs and county governments to ensure that conservation was taken more seriously. The Chuka Deputy County Beja Commissioner Omar praised members of the public for joining hands with national administration officials to eradicate bhang growing in the Kiamuriuki Forest saying in the past the area was notorious for the vice. The Mt. Kenya Forest in Tharaka Nithi covers a total of 39,492 hectares with the area under the Chuka Forest station covering 23,492 hectares with Chogoria Forest Station covering 16,000 hectares. Most of it is natural forest with only 192 hectares of plantation forest. KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY www.kpa.co.ke TENDER NOTICE Kenya Ports Authority invites sealed bids from bidders who are able to demonstrate technical and financial capability to supply the goods, works and services of the nature, complexity and size envisaged in the tenders below: Tender No. & Description KPA/043/2018-19/ICT - Supply, Delivery, Installation & Commissioning of Secure Web Gateway (SWG) and Assorted ICT Security Hardware Appliances KPA/044/2018-19/BLS - Supply and Installation of E-Board Software KPA/045/2018-19/MO - Design, Manufacture and Supply of Two (2) New Steel Mooring Buoys KPA/046/2018-19/CA - Framework Contract for Supply of Newspapers KPA/047/2018-19/ADM -Provision of Sanitary Bins Services KPA/041/2018-19/MO - Provision of Environmental Audit Services (RFP) KPA/048/2018-19/PSM - Framework Contract for Supply of Engineering Products KPA/042/2018-19/MO – Supply of 4No. Parachute and Enclosed Air Lift Bags for Diving Operations KPA/050/2018-19/MO - Servicing, Inspection and Certification of Life Rafts and Fixed Co2 Systems on Board Harbour Crafts 10 11 KPA/029/2018-19/PSM - Framework Contract for Supply of Foodstuffs to Kenya Ports Authority KPA/049/2018-19/PSM -Framework Contract for Provision of Air Travel Agency Services Bid Bond (Kshs). 2 Million or (USD 20,000) Submission Deadline 1000 Hours on Wednesday, 14th November, 2018 50,000.00 500,000.00 or (USD 5,000) 50,000.00 100,000.00 N/A 100,000.00 50,000.00 50,000.00 1400 Hours on Wednesday, 14th November, 2018 1000 Hours on Thursday, 15th November, 2018 1400 Hours on Thursday, 15th November, 2018 1000 Hours on Friday, 16th November, 2018 1000 Hours on Friday, 23rd November, 2018 1000 Hours on Monday 19th November, 2018 1000 Hours on Tuesday, 20th November, 2018 1000 Hours on Wednesday, 21st November, 2018 100,000.00 100,000.00 1000 Hours on Thursday, 22nd November, 2018 1400 Hours on Thursday, 22nd November, 2018 There will be MANDATORY PRE - BID SITE VISITS for Tender No. KPA/041/2018-19/MO. Details are available in the tender documents. The detailed tender documents can be viewed and downloaded from the KPA website www.kpa.co.ke at no fee through the following link https://www.kpa.co.ke/Procurement/Pages/Tenders.aspx and Government of Kenya tenders Portal http://www.tenders.go.ke/. Enquiries can be made via email address: tenders@kpa.co.ke Bidders are advised to regularly visit the KPA website to obtain any additional information/ addendum on the tenders. All addenda/additional information on the tender shall be posted on the KPA website as they become available. Stephen Chepkangor FOR: HEAD OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLIES FOR: AG. MANAGING DIRECTOR “KEBS ISO 9001:2015 Certified Organization, Cert. No. 087” THE PORT OF MOMBASA GATEWAY TO EAST AND CENTRAL AFRICA

4 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke MINISTRY OF DEVOLUTION AND ASAL STATE DEPARTMENT FOR DEVOLUTION VACANCIES TENDER NOTICE The Ministry of Devolution and ASAL, State Department for Devolution invites eligible and qualified Firms including those firms owned by Youth, Women and Persons with Disability (YW&PD) to submit sealed applications for the under listed tenders under Relief and Humanitarian Emergency Response Programme. S/ NO TENDER NUMBER TENDER DESCRIPTION 1. MODA/SDD/OT/16/2018/19 Supply and Delivery of Beans under Emergency Relief Programme 2. MODA/SDD/OT/17/2018/19 Supply and Delivery of Fortified Foods (Ready to use/eat) under Emergency Relief Programme ELIGIBILITY OPENING / CLOSING DATE Open to All Open to All 19th November, 2018 at 11.00 a.m. 19th November, 2018 at 11.00 a.m. The Hospital Management invites applications from qualified persons for the following positions: NO 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Interested bidders can download the tender documents from the State Department for Devolution website: www.devolutionasals.go.ke and procurement portal https://tenders.go.ke free of charge. Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelope, clearly marked with the Tender number on the Top left side should be deposited in the Tender Box situated on 1st Floor, Teleposta Towers, Wing C, Kenyatta Avenue on or before 19th November, 2018 at 11.00 a.m. and be addressed to: Principal Secretary, Ministry of Devolution and ASAL, State Department for Devolution, P. O. Box 30004 – 00100. NAIROBI, KENYA Bids will be opened immediately thereafter at the 6th floor boardroom, Teleposta Towers, Kenyatta Avenue, Nairobi in the presence of the bidders or their representatives who choose to attend on the stated closing dates and time. Late submissions will be rejected. Charles T. Sunkuli, CBS PRINCIPAL SECRETARY 10 11 POSITION Medical Specialist II, Orthopaedic Medical Specialist II, Ophthalmology Medical Specialist II, Paediatric Cardiologist Medical Laboratory Technologist III Therapy Radiographer III Head of Department, Administration Re-advertisement: Resource Mobilization Manager Re-advertisement: Chief Security Officer Clerk of Works Cateress II Inspector (Mechanical) JOB GROUP NO. OF POSITIONS K4 K4 K4 K10 K10 K4 K4 K6 K7 K9 K10 1 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Method of Application Those interested in applying for the declared vacancies and meet the job specifications are required to apply online and MUST submit a hard copy of the Hospital application form available in the website with copies of certificates and testimonials on or before 20th November 2018 to the address below: The Chief Executive Officer Kenyatta National Hospital P.O Box 20723-00202 NAIROBI Please visit our website www.knh.or.ke for full profile of all the advertised positions and the Hospital application form and also the link to apply online. “Kenyatta National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and qualified candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply”. NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and must present the following documents during the interview:• A certificate of good conduct from the National Police Service • EACC Clearance • Credit Reference Bureau Clearance • HELB Compliance • KRA Tax Compliance Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. The Chief Executive Officer –KNH KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL Tel: 020 6948000/Toll Free Line 1545 / E-Mail:procurement@kebs.org /Website: www.kebs.org Tel: 020 6948000 / Mobile: 0722202137 / Website:www.kebs.org / E-Mail: procurement@kebs.org The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) invites sealed tenders from eligible firms for the following tenders:NO 1. The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) invites sealed tenders from eligible firms for the following tenders: - NO The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) invites sealed tenders from eligible firms for the following tenders:NO The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) invites sealed tenders from eligible firms for the following tenders:NO TENDER DESCRIPTION TENDER DESCRIPTION NO1. TENDER DESCRIPTION 1. 2. Tender for Provision of Catering Services 2 1.1. 2. 2. 4. Tender for Provision of Drinking Water- Retender 2. 3, Tender for Provision of General Insurance Cover Tender for repair and maintenance of ICT equipment Tender for supply, delivery, installation and user training of laboratory equipment. Tender for supply, delivery, installation and user training of laboratory equipment. Provision of General Insurance Services 3. 4. 3. Tender documents detailing the requirements may be obtained from the Procurement Office, KEBS Centre, Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road, Nairobi, on normal working days between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. or be downloaded from KEBS website: www.kebs.org, upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kes.1000. 5. Tender for repair and maintenance of ICT equipment 5. Tender for Provision of Courier Service-Retender 4. 6. Tender for Provision of Inspection, Maintenance and Service of Fire Safety Equipment - Retender Tender for provision of renewal for DELL EMC licence, upgrade, support and backup appliance Tender documents detailing the requirements may be obtained from the Procurement Office, KEBS Centre, Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road, Nairobi, on normal working days between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. or be downloaded from KEBS website: www.kebs.org, upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kes.1000. All payments shall be made to the Kenya Bureau of Standards, Nairobi. 6. Tender documents detailing the requirements may be obtained from the Mombasa Road, Nairobi, on normal working days between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m or be downloaded from the KEBS website: www.kebs.org. upon payment of non-refundable tender fee of Kshs.1,000.00. All payments shall be made to the KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS Nairobi. Those who choose to download are required to register with procurement before the closing date. ‘TENDER NUMBER AND TITLE OF THE TENDER’ 5. 6. Tender for Provision of web hosting services Tender for provision of communication support service KEBS/T012/2019 - 2020 Tuesday 25th September 2018 KEBS/T012/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked ‘TENDER NUMBER AND TITLE OF THE TENDER’ indicated on the envelope should be addressed and delivered to: THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, Tender documents detailing the requirements may be obtained from the Procurement Office, KEBS Centre, Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road, Nairobi, on normal working days between 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. or be downloaded from KEBS website: www.kebs.org.Those who choose to download are required to register with procurement before the closing date. Tender for Provision of communication support service All payments shall be made to the Kenya Bureau of Standards, Nairobi. indicated on the envelope should be addressed and delivered to: THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked ‘TENDER NUMBER AND TITLE OF THE TENDER’ indicated on the envelope should be addressed and delivered to: THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked‘TENDE R NUMBE R AN D TITL E O F TH E TENDE R ’ THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, Or be deposited in the Tender Box located at KEBS Centre Main Reception marked “TENDER BOX” so as to be received as indicated above. indicated on the envelope should be addressed and delivered to: THE MANAGING DIRECTOR, Or be deposited in the Tender Box located at KEBS Centre Main Reception marked “TENDER BOX” so as to be received on or before 10.00 a.m. on, Tuesday 21st August, 2018 East Africa time . KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS, P.O. BOX 54974 - 00200 NAIROBI. Bid securityis 2% of the tender amount. Ag. MANAGING DIRECTOR. Ag. MANAGING DIRECTOR KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS, P.O. BOX 54974 - 00200 NAIROBI. Or be deposited in the Tender Box located at KEBS Centre, Main Reception marked “TENDER BOX” so as to be received as indicated above. Or be deposited in the Tender Box located at KEBS Centre Main Reception marked “TENDER BOX” so as to be received as indicated above. KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS, P.O. BOX 54974 - 00200 NAIROBI. Tender opening will be carried out immediately thereafter at the KEBS Centre Conference Room A, Administration Block, Ground Floor. Bid security is 2% of the tender amount, tenderers or their representatives are free to attend the tender opening. Bid security is 2% of the tender amount. Tenderers or their representatives are free to attend the tender opening. MANAGING DIRECTOR Ag. MANAGING DIRECTOR Tender opening will be carried out immediately thereafter at the KEBS Centre Conference Room A, Adm. Block, Ground Floor. Bid security is 2% of the tender amount: Tenderers or their representatives are free to attend the tender opening. Or be deposited in the Tender Box located at KEBS Centre Main Reception marked “TENDER BOX” so as to be received as indicated above. KEBS Centre Executive Canteen, Adm. Block, Ground Floor. Tender opening will be carried out immediately thereafter at the KEBS Centre Executive Canteen, Adm. Block, Ground Floor. Bid security is 2% of the tender amount. Tenderers or their representatives are free to attend the tender opening. Ag. MANAGING DIRECTOR KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS, P.O. BOX 54974 - 00200 NAIROBI. KENYA BUREAU OF STANDARDS, P.O. BOX 54974 - 00200 NAIROBI. Tender documents detailing the requirements may be obtained from the Procurement Office, KEBS Centre, Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road, Behind Bellevue Cinema Nairobi, on normal working days between 9.00 a. m and 4.00p.m or be downloaded from KEBS website: www.kebs.org. Those who choose to download are required to register with procurement before closing date Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked ‘TENDER NUMBER AND TITLE OF THE TENDER’ indicated on the envelope should be addressed and delivered to: September 2018 September 2018 KEBS/T011/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th September 2018 KEBS/T011/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th Tender for Provision of renewal for DELL EMC licence, upgrade, support and backup appliance Tender for provision of web hosting services Provision of Preventive Maintenance and Support for Biometric, Proximity and Pin Based Access Control System and Time and Attendance Recording System KEBS/T013/2018/2019 KEBS/T009/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th Tuesday 16th KEBS/T010/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th September 2018 KEBS/T010/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th KEBS/T005/2018/2019 Tuesday 21st KEBS/T006/2018/2019 Tuesday 21st September 2018 October, 2018 September 2018 Provision of External Customer Satisfaction Survey. TENDER DESCRIPTION TENDER DESCRIPTION TENDER NOTICE TENDER NO.TENDER NO. Tender for prequalification of suppliers for goods, works and services Tender for Prequalification of suppliers for goods ,works and services Provision of consultancy services for Human Resource Audit. TENDER NO. TENDER NO. TENDER NO. CLOSING DATE CLOSING DATE CLOSING DATE KEBS/T007/2018 - 2020 Tuesday 25th KEBS/T003/2018/2019 - RE-TENDER Tuesday 16 th KEBS/T008/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th KEBS/T007/2018 - 2020 Tuesday 25th September 2018 KEBS/TOO1/2018/2019 Tuesday 21st CLOSING DATE CLOSING DATE KEBS/T018/2018/2019 Tuesday 13th November, 2018 KEBS/T002/2018/2019 Tuesday 21st KEBS/T003/2018/2019 Tuesday 21st September 2018 October, 2018 September 2018 KEBS/T017/2018/2019 Tuesday 13th November, 2018 KEBS/T009/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th September 2018 KEBS/T004/2018/2018 Tuesday 21st August, 2018 August, 2018 KEBS/T008/2018 - 2019 Tuesday 25th September 2018 August, 2018 August, 2018 August, 2018 August, 2018 COMMISSION ON REVENUE ALLOCATION INVITATION TO TENDER Promoting an Equitable Society The Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) is an Independent Commission set up under Article 215 of the Constitution of Kenya. Its core mandate is to recommend the basis for equitable sharing of revenues raised nationally between the National and County Governments; sharing of revenue among the County Governments and make recommendations on other matters concerning the financing of and financial management by county governments. The Commission on Revenue Allocation invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the listed tender; TENDER NO. CRA/PROC/ T3/2018-2019 DESCRIPTION Provision of Car hire and taxi services TENDER SECURITY Kshs. 50,000 DATE OF SUBMISSION 5th November 2018 at 10:00 am A complete set of tender documents in English language may be obtained by interested candidates upon payment of non-refundable fee of Kenya Shillings One Thousand shillings only (Kshs.1, 000.00) during normal working hours or download for free at: http://www.crakenya.org/ or http://supplier.treasury.go.ke. Prices quoted should be inclusive of all taxes and delivery costs, must be in Kenya Shillings and shall remain valid for a period of one hundred and twenty (120) days from the tender submission deadline. Completed tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes clearly labelled “PROVISION OF CAR HIRE AND TAXI SERVICES CRA/PROC/T3/2018-2019 and be deposited in the Tender Box at Commission on Revenue Allocation, 14 Riverside Drive Grosvenor Suite, 2nd Floor Reception or by post to the address below: - (SM#Permit number), for Import Standardization Mark (ISM#UCR number) or Diamond Mark of Quality (DM#Permit number) and send to 20023 10010 for payment of System The Commission Secretary/CEO Commission on Revenue Allocation P.O. Box 1310 – 00100 NAIROBI KENYA. The tender documents need to be received on or before 10.00 am local time on Monday 5th November 2018 Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter and bidder representatives are welcome to witness the opening. For more details on the tender, please visit our website at: http://www.crakenya.org/ or http://supplier.treasury.go.ke TENDER VALIDITY 120 days from the closing date

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 5 KENYA POST OFFICE SAVINGS BANK TENDER NOTICE AGRICULTURE AND FOOD AUTHORITY (AFA) The Kenya Post Office Savings Bank (Postbank) is inviting interested bidders as follows: S/NO. 1. TENDER NO. KPOSB/015/2018 2 Tender Description 2. 5 3 4 6 3. 7 4. 8 Tender Fees KPOSB/016/2018 TENDER DESCRIPTION Kenya Post Office Savings Bank (Postbank) invites interested bidders as follows: 1. KPOSB/017/2018 KPOSB/018/2018 KPOSB/019/2018 Land size and Location Tender for the Supply, Repair & Maintenance of Note Counting Machines. Tender for the Provision of Marketing & Advertising/Communications Agency Services. Tender for the Provision of Security Guarding Services. Tender for the Provision of Cash in Transit Services. METHOD Open Disposal of the Postbank Training Centre at Coffee Garden Road, off Kiambu Road, Muthaiga North. Open Ksh. 1,000 - Paid at Payments Section located on 3rd floor Postbank House. Tender for the Provision of Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) Solutions. website www.postbank.co.ke free of charge, upon download; the bidders must register their tenders at Procurement Office 4th floor. Alternatively bid documents may be downloaded from Postbank Open Open Open KPOSB/020/2018 Tender for the Provision Data Center Environment Monitoring System. Development KPOSB/021/2018 Tender for the Supply of Bandwidth Management System. The property comprises of two parcels of land with an area of 6.254 Ha equivalent to 15.4537 Acres in total; with one being 2.484 Ha equivalent to 6.138 Acres and the other being 3.77 Ha equivalent to 9.3157Acres. The property can be approached off Kiambu road one kilometer after CID Headquarters. Open 2. Open Interested eligible bidders may obtain the Tender documents with detailed information from Postbank House, 4th Floor, Procurement Office South Wing on Monday to Friday during normal working hours. 9 KPOSB/022/2018 Tender for the Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Lifts at Postbank House. KPOSB/023/2018 Tender for the Provision of Legal Audit 10 KPOSB/024/2018 Tender for the Provision of Corporate Governance Audit Buildings, a swimming pool, a water reservoir, and other developments. Open The parcel (s) of land is being offered for sale either as a whole or as two separate parcels on “As is, where is” basis and subject to a reserve price availed on the tender document. The Bank makes no representation and gives no warranty whatsoever to the adequacy of services, soil conditions, land use, absence or presence of environmental contamination, or the state of the development of the subject land for any intended use of the purchaser. Open Open Bid documents for the tenders with detailed information may be obtained from the website: www.postbank.co.ke free of charge or from Postbank House, 4th Floor, Procurement Office South Wing upon payment of a nominal non- refundable fee of Kshs 1,000 per set of document evidenced by an official receipt. Payment will be made in cash at Head Office Branch, Postbank House on Monday to Friday during normal working hours. Completed bid documents should be submitted in a plain sealed envelope and clearly marked with the tender number and description and addressed to: - Managing Director, and be deposited in the tender box located on Ground Floor, Postbank House, Banda Street Nairobi, Kenya to be received on or before 10.00 a.m. on 25th Kenya Post Office Savings Bank, P.O Box 30311-00100 GPO, NAIROBI. September 2018. Opening of the tenders will take place immediately thereafter in the Conference Room located on 5th Floor, South Wing, Postbank House in the presence of the Bidders or their representatives who may choose to attend. Kenya Post Office Savings Bank, P.O Box 30311-00100 GPO, NAIROBI. The Managing Director, Tender documents with detailed information and instructions may be viewed and down loaded from Agriculture and Food Authority website www.afa.go.ke and PPRA Suppliers Portal PPIP free of charge. and be deposited in the tender box on the Ground floor of Postbank House, Banda Street Nairobi, Kenya to be received on or before 10.00 a.m. Tuesday, 13th November, 2018. Opening of the tenders will take place immediately thereafter in the Conference Room on 5th Floor, South Wing, Postbank House in the presence of the bidders or their representatives who may choose to attend. Postbank is ISO 9001:2015 certified INTERIM DIRECTOR GENERAL 3. 4. 5. Sealed bids clearly marked with the tender number and name should be submitted in a plain sealed envelope and be addressed to the: AFA/T/06/2018-2019 Supply and Distribution of Cashew Seedlings – Coast Region AFA/T/07/2018-2019 Provision of Courier Services AFA/T/08/2018-2019 Provision for Internet Services AFA/T/09/2018-2019 Provision of General Insurance Services( Building and Equipment) No. Tender Ref No. 1. OPEN NATIONAL TENDERS (ONT) Eligibility AFA/T/05/2018-2019 (Re-Advertisement) OPEN (Preferences will be given to Firms owned by Youth, Women and PWD’s ) OPEN to Large Licenced Nursery Operators in Coast Region Tender Name Provision of Security Services (Guarding) Closing Date Wednesday, 14th November, 2018 at 11.30 a.m. Wednesday, 14th November, 2018 at 11.30 a.m. Open National Tender Wednesday, 14th November, 2018 at 11.30 a.m. Open National Tender Wednesday, 14th November, 2018 at 11.30 a.m. Open National Tender Wednesday, 14th November, 2018 at 11.30 a.m. INVITATION TO TENDER Agriculture and Food Authority invites sealed Tenders from interested and eligible bidders as listed below; THE PRESIDENCY MINISTRY OF INTERIOR & CO-ORDINATION OF NATIONAL GOVERNMENT TENDER NOTICE The Geothermal Development Company Limited (GDC) invites sealed tenders from eligible candidates for the following: TENDER NO. TENDER DESCRIPTION GDC/ADMIN/ OT/011/2018:2019 Tender for Provision of Cleaning, Sanitation, Waste Collection and Disposal Services for GDC Offices in Nairobi, Naivasha, Nakuru & Operational Sites at Menengai Geothermal Project, Go Down and Kabarak Yard, Nakuru County for a Period of two (2) Years CLOSING DATE 19/11/2018 at 2:00PM (1400Hrs) TARGET GROUP Reserved for Special Groups (Youth, Women & PWD’s) Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information and inspect the tender document from the office of Manager, Supply Chain at Kawi House, South C off Mombasa Road, Red Cross Road between 9.00am and 4.00pm during week days. A complete set of the tender document may be obtained by interested firms upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs.1000 payable to our accounts office in cash or by banker’s cheque. The documents can also be viewed and downloaded from the website www.gdc.co.ke or PPIP Portal www.tenders.go.ke free of charge. Bidders who download the tender document from the website MUST forward their particulars immediately to procurement@gdc.co.ke for records and any further tender clarifications and addenda. The completed tenders in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked with Tender No. and Tender reference name; shall be addressed to: Managing Director & CEO, Geothermal Development Company P.O Box 100746-00101 NAIROBI, KENYA and deposited in the tender box at Ground Floor GDC office Kawi House, South C Off Mombasa Road, Red Cross Road on or before the dates specified above. Tenderers to duly fill, sign and stamp the tender securing declaration form attached in the tender document. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the tenderers’ or their representatives who choose to attend at Kawi House, South C GDC Board Room Ground Floor. NB: There will be a Mandatory site visit to GDC Offices & Operational Sites as follows; - Nairobi Office – 7th November, 2018 at 9.00am Kawi House, South C offices (Assemble at Nairobi Office at 8.30am). - Naivasha Office – 7th November, 2018 at Lake View estate, GDC Naivasha Office at 12 Noon. (Assemble at Naivasha Office at 11.30am). - Nakuru Office, Kabarak, Go-down & Menengai Geothermal Project Site on 8th November, 2018 at 9.00am. (Assemble at Nakuru Polo center, Kenyatta Avenue at 8.30am). Late tenders will not be accepted. MANAGER, SUPPLY CHAIN REPUBLIC OF KENYA DEPUTY COUNTY COMMISSIONER - KISAUNI SUB COUNTY REGISTRATION OF SUPPLIERS Suppliers for Framework Agreement Contracts for the supply and delivery of goods for National Government Departments– Kisauni Sub-County “as and when required” basis for the period ending 30th June, 2020. YR 2018/2020 FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT NO TENDER NO. 1. 2. 3 TENDER DESCRIPTION KSN/02/2018-2020 Supply and delivery of dry foodstuff KSN/03/2018-2020 Supply and delivery of fresh fruits and Vegetables KSN/04/2018-2020 Supply and delivery of meat and related Products. TARGETED GROUP Open Open Open Interested bidders should attach the following documents at submission to be considered for further evaluation. 1. Copies of Business Registration, VAT/PIN and valid TAX Compliance Certificate. 2. Copy of registration certificate from the National Treasury for firms belonging to Youth, Women and persons with disabilities. 3. Confidential Business Questionnaire must be fully filled and signed by authorized person(s) with full names of Directors/Owner(s). Interested bidders for provision of Framework Agreement Contracts can obtain Tender documents from Kisauni sub-county supply chain management office P.O Box 28 - 80122 Kengeleni upon payment of Ksh 1,000 at the sub county Treasury. Completed Tender documents(s) enclosed in plain sealed envelopes and Marked with Tender number and item description should be addressed to:DEPUTY COUNTY COMMISSIONER - KISAUNI SUB COUNTYP.O BOX 28 - 80122 KENGELENI Or be deposited In the Tender Box situated at the Deputy County Commissioner`s Office on or before 14th November, 2018 at 10.00 am. TENDERS submitted after closing date and time shall not be accepted. Tenders shall be opened publicly immediately thereafter at the Deputy County Commissioner`s Boardroom in the presence of participating bidders or their representatives who choose to attend. Women, Youth and Persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HEAD OF SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT UNIT FOR: DEPUTY COUNTY COMMISSIONER KISAUNI SUB- COUNTY.

6 | NEWSFOCUS Verbatim October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Conference excellent platform to Nancy Wakarima Karigithu, the Principal Secretary in the State Department for Shipping and Maritime Affairs in the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, has had a long association with the maritime and shipping industry in Kenya and internationally. As such, the PS will be very much at home as Nairobi hosts the Global Sustainable Blue Economy Conference (SBEC) from 26th to 28th November at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). She spoke to the outgoing director of the Government Advertising Agency (GAA) Ngari Gituku on the first global conference of its kind Please explain, what exactly is the ‘Blue Economy? The Blue Economy means the use of the sea and its resources for economic development or put simply any economic activity in the maritime environment in a sustainable manner. It is the use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods and jobs, while preserving the health of ocean ecosystem. The concept was originally pioneered by Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the run up to the Rio+20 World Summit in June 2012. When the United Nations set the Green Economy as the theme for the Rio+20, the Pacific SIDS started promoting a “Blue Economy,” focusing on the marine environment, prominently featuring the oceans, which account for almost 71 percent of the earth’s surface. The concept has since gained momentum across the board, and following a series of international initiatives, the BE now forms part of the Sustainable Development Goals adopted in New York in September 2015. The African BE has extended the concept to cover aquatic and marine spaces, including oceans, seas, coasts, lakes, rivers, and underground water. The maritime domain, which is the subject of the Blue Economy, comprises a range of productive sectors, such as fisheries, aquaculture, tourism, maritime transport & logistics, shipbuilding and repair, shipping, energy, bioprospecting, seabed mining and related activities. Why has Kenya, taken the lead to host the high level ‘Blue Economy Conference?’ Why not Kenya? First of all Kenya has had a long interesting association with seas and ocean governance, with the late Professor Frank Njenga, widely acknowledged as the father of the maritime concept of Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The EEZ is a zone of the sea prescribed by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, over which a coastal state has special rights regarding the exploration and use of marine resources, including fisheries as well as energy production from water and wind. The Government has recently embarked on various actions to influence policy changes with a view to making Kenya a maritime nation. In recognition of the sector’s potential, the BE has been recognised as the eighth priority sector under the Economic Pillar of Vision 2030. The Government has also shown its commitment to the mitigation and reversal of climate change from shipping. In this regard Kenya hosts the Maritime Technology Cooperation Centre for the African Region (MTCC-Africa), one of only five such global institutions, set up for the purpose of capacity building for climate change mitigation in the maritime and shipping industry. This reflects our commitment to support research and capacity building. Finally, the decision to host the conference followed the announcement by the President during the High-Level Segment of the Third United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-3) held in Nairobi in December 2017. The Conference provides an excellent platform for communication to the internal as well as international community of the country’s readiness and commitment to blue growth. In what specific ways do you see the conference contributing to job creation and economic growth generally, in Kenya and Africa? While maritime transport accounts for over 90% of its international trade and is thus a great contributor to the continents collective GDP, the maritime sector has remained one of the least understood and unexploited sectors in the African economy so far. Investment in capacity building for the maritime sector must be the first step toward increasing the output value of the industry. This means developing manpower, starting with educating/motivating the African youth to get into the study of the maritime domain. Most youth have a limited view of the opportunities available in the sector mostly due to their exposure – to what is mainly traditional fishing industry. Because most fishermen are at subsistence level this remains a field that does not inspire any prospect for economic growth and therefore holds no interest to them. The conference will provide an excellent platform to sensitise such youth into all the possible careers and job opportunities the sector holds. For these and other tasks, there is need for manpower, including scientists and researchers, as well as entrepreneurs with a “BE” mindset. This will in time prepare the youth for a better future and their integration into beneficial causes and projects that make them a cornerstone of the economy instead of leaving them vulnerable to radical ideas that would only escalate conflict in the region. How have African countries failed to seize BE opportunities? Historically African economies have put emphasis on exploiting only one resource of the sea, that is shipping, while ignoring other resources of the sea as economic drivers. Yet Africa as an island continent is endowed with a highly productive ocean mass teeming with abundant and diverse maritime resources. Indeed, out of 55 African countries, 38 are coastal states. The implication of this endowment is that, when African oceans are fully exploited, they will create a major platform for wealth generation, and provide a solid basis of sustainable development of the continent. But while much of Africa’s natural resources are found along or near the coast, the story of the continent’s relationship with the oceans remains a tragic one who’s most dominant aspect is images of the hundreds drowning as they try to reach Europe in overcrowded boats. In recent years however, a recognition of this economic resource idleness has emerged and with it a new phase in efforts by the African Union (AU) to catalyze the development of the continent’s maritime trade and BE as well as strengthen African integration and unity through the formulation of these key policy documents: • the African Maritime Transport Charter; • the Africa Integrated Maritime Strategy (2050 AIM Strategy); • the African Union 2063 Agenda “The Africa We Want” and “African Decade of the Seas”, which interfaces with the UN Agenda 2030 on Sustainable Development; and • the Policy Framework and Reform Strategy for Fisheries and Aquaculture in Africa. These policy documents are aimed at maximising regional and international trade through partnerships and cooperation. The successful implementation of these agendas shall propel Africa to a higher development status. The Conference is greatly aligned towards the realization of these aspirations. What specific measures or steps is the Government to advance during the conference to canvass on the About the conference The Global Sustainable Blue Economy Conference (SBEC) will be held in Nairobi from 26th to 28th November, 2018 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). This will be the first global conference of its kind and is predicated on the two conceptual pillars of: (1) Sustainability, Climate Change and Controlling Pollution; and (2) Production, Accelerated Economic Growth, Jobs and Poverty Alleviation. The theme of the Conference will be The Blue Economy and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development with the following sub-themes whose concept notes have been finalised, approved and uploaded on the conference website. The sub-themes will be discussed in breakaway sessions under the titles: 1. Smart Shipping, Ports, Transportation and Global Connectivity 2. Employment, Job Creation, Poverty Eradication and the Blue Economy 3. Cities, Tourism, Resilient Coasts and Infrastructure 4. Sustainable Energy and Mineral Resources, and Innovative Industries 5. Ending Hunger, Securing Food Supplies and Promoting Good Health and Sustainable Fisheries 6. Management and Sustaining of Marine Life, Conservation and Sustainable Economic Activities 7. Climate Action, Agriculture, Waste Management, and Pollution-Free Aquatic Ecosystems 8. Maritime, Safety, Security and Regulatory Enforcement 9. People, Culture, Communities and Societies: The Inclusive Blue Economy

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Verbatim NEWSFOCUS | 7 sensitise youth on Blue Economy of fishing-from the fishing vessel to the processing and delivery of products- all of which offers opportunities for wealth and job creation. One example of a blue economy initiative focused on the blue ecosystem is aquaponics, the combination of fish farming and vegetable farming. Aquaponics represents the highest growth niche in the aqua culture business, now the world’s fastest growing farming sector with an average worldwide growth rate of 6 to 8 percent and a worldwide value of $86 billion in 2009. How much can the country reap by exploiting resources available in the Blue Economy Sector? And how can this impact on the region. The ocean waters under Kenya’s dominion are estimated to be about 128,015 square kilometres, and a distance of 200 nautical miles offshore, with inland waterways estimated at 10,700 square kilometres. The Kenyan seas, oceans and inland water masses have the potential to deliver growth and jobs in the following areas: Fisheries and other fishing products; Marine aquaculture; Seabed exploitation of hydrocarbon and minerals; Seafood processing; Water desalination & bottling; Ship building and repairs; Shipchandling; Bunkering and energy trading; Day/dinner cruises; Coastal and inland waters transport; Ocean renewable energy; Marine insurance; Maritime education &training ; Yacht services marine leisure boating; Mariculture, aquaponics, seaweed farming etc; Marinebased tourism like sports fishing, dinner cruises ; Businesses and activities related to ports; Port operations and relevant industries; Shipping and logistics and commercial maritime support services Climate change, the environment and maritime security among other topics are likely to be discussed at the conference. How are these related to the Blue economy? Oceans cover over 72 % of the earth surface, 60% of which are outside the borders of national jurisdiction of any state. Being a shared resource, a transboundary perspective is important, which implies a shared international responsibility. Under the overarching UN Convention on the Law of the Sea, a number of jurisdictional rights, institutions, and specific frameworks have been set up to organise the way humans use these waters. The BE heavily depends on such global rules being followed. The International Maritime Organisation (IMO), the United Nations specialised agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution by ships has a global mandate of ensuring a “safe, secure, environmentally sound, efficient and sustainable shipping through cooperation.” In line with this mandate, IMO State parties Blue Economy agenda within the African countries in particular, and globally? Developing a blue economy in the coastal and aquatic areas, both in Kenya as well as on the continent of Africa, requires public and private sector partnerships. The development of new partnerships among stakeholders within and across countries, regions, sub-regions, international agencies and the private sector to facilitate greater flows of expertise, finance, and capacity to effectively close the gap in the sustainable management of both fisheries and non-living ocean resources. The private sector, in particular, will need to come forward. Diversification into the BE sectors and sub sectors is therefore one of the basic expectations from the conference. One of the mechanisms of cooperation will be in the areas of ocean studies as well as scientific exploration and exploitation of sea-based resources, both for sustainable development and economic purposes. Such cooperation will enhance collaboration and commercial benefits from such areas as the export of human resources, expertise and technology as well as the country’s access to ocean-based resources in cooperation with like-minded states. Cooperation in the BE also provides for sharing of expertise and technology as well as boost domestic innovation in ocean research and technology. For example, the whole value chain have an obligation to ensure that they put in place measures for regulating human conduct that impact on the marine environment to ensure sustainable development of the maritime sector. IMO, like most international organisations is a regulatory agency and has no enforcement powers. Further, due to sovereignty of States, IMO cannot within its administrative mandate implement its goals and objectives relating to sustainable development. Consequently, this is done by State parties themselves; usually under the management, oversight and coordination of maritime administrations (read Kenya Maritime Authority) in individual States as well as by bilateral and multilateral cooperation between IMO member States. Coastal tourism is the largest market segment in the world economy, comprising 5 % of the global GDP and about 7% of global employment. However marine and coastal tourism has brought with it increased greenhouse gas emissions, pollution and marine debris. Marine debris, plastic materials and micro plastics threaten the integrity of marine food chains. Documented dead marine zones now number over 405 covering an area of over 240,000km2. Mitigation and adaptation must be enhanced to provide increased support for emergency preparedness and disaster response, as well as early warning systems, observations and coastal planning and management. What should we expect to see as outcomes of the Conference? Strong Strategic Partnerships. The Conference provides an opportunity to forge technological, scientific, social, political governance, fiscal and economic partnerships, based on development goals relevant to each country and region, based on international consensus. Ideas on an integrated, participatory, multisector, coherent and yet international approach to exploit the Blue Economy are required. This conference could generate such ideas. The conference will provide an opportunity to harness cutting edge technologies, sciencebased ideas and international experiences in the Blue Economy sector. The conference could also contribute to building consensus on the sound management of ocean resources, especially those beyond Exclusive Economic Zones and beneath international waters. This could lead to the further refinement of international law and other ocean governance mechanisms. A decisive role in climate change mitigation. Kenya should take a leading role in focussing international attention on this important area. The conference could be a precursor further development of policies, legislation, infrastructure and incentives to facilitate faster and transition to low carbon economies in the Blue Economy sector. Developing a blue economy in the coastal and aquatic areas, both in Kenya as well as on the continent of Africa, requires public and private sector partnerships. The development of new partnerships among stakeholders within and across countries, regions, sub-regions, international agencies and the private sector to facilitate greater flows of expertise, finance, and capacity to effectively close the gap in the sustainable management of both fisheries and non-living ocean resources. - Nancy Karigithu

8 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFIED Tender Notice Kenya Revenue Authority invites sealed bids from eligible candidates for the following tender: - Description Eligibility KRA/HQS/EOI-023/2018-2019: EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR PROVISION OF BRANDING AND SIGNAGE SERVICES 1ST OPEN Pre-Bid NOVEMBER, 2018 10.00 AM Closing Date and Time 21ST NOVEMBER, 2018 11.00 AM EXTENSION & CLARIFICATION OF TENDER Extension of Tender Closing Date Kenya Revenue Authority hereby notifies prospective firms that the Tender closing date for the following Tender has been extended as indicated; NO TENDER NO. Description KRA/HQS/NCB-021/2018-2019: PROVISION OF COMPREHENSIVE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR THE POWER BACKUP EQUIPMENT Eligibility OPEN 13TH Closing Date and Time PREVIOUSLY NOVEMBER, 2017 11.00 AM 21ST NOW NOVEMBER, 2018 11.00AM 1. Cancellation of Tender Kenya Revenue Authority hereby notifies prospective firms that the following Tender has been cancelled; Description KRA/HQS/NCB-022/2018-2019: Item Description PROVISION OF BRANDING AND SIGNAGE SERVICES Tender Status CANCELLED Prospective bidders may also download the Addenda from Kenya Power website www.kplc.co.ke and the Portal. Interested eligible candidates may obtain further information and inspect the tender document with detailed requirements at the office of the: Deputy Commissioner – Supply Chain Management Times Tower Building, 25th Floor, P.O Box 48240– 00100 GPO, Tel. +254 020 2810000, Fax No. +254 020 215809 Nairobi, Kenya. Website: www.kra.go.ke, Email: eprocurement@kra.go.ke Tender Documents submitted after the said date and time shall not be accepted for evaluation irrespective of circumstances. Tender documents can be downloaded from the KRA website: www.kra.go.ke Disclaimer: Taxpayers are notified that KRA will not accept responsibility for payments not received, credited and validated in the relevant Kenya Revenue Authority accounts Contact Centre: +254 (020) 4 999 999, +254 (0711) 099 999, Email: callcentre@kra.go.ke Complaints & Information Center: +254 (0) 20 281 7700 (Hotline), Email: cic@kra.go.ke Prospective bidders should register for E-Procurement to enable them access the Kenya Power Portal under ”New Supplier Registration” found under the Tenders Tab. The tenders will be opened at the time indicated on the new closing dates shown above. Tenderers or their representatives who wish to witness the opening are welcome to do so at Kenya Power Stima Club. Save when responding to Kenya Power request for clarification, bidders shall not contact or discuss any aspect of their tenders with Kenya Power after tender closing date before receipt of notification of award of tenders or letters of regret, as applicable. Any such contact shall lead to disqualification of the tenderer. All other terms and conditions of the tenders remain the same. Tulipe Ushuru Tujitegemee! GENERAL MANAGER SUPPLY CHAIN www.kplc.co.ke KP1/9A.2/OT/05/ 18-19 2. KP1/9A.2/OT/07/ 18-19 Provision of Labour & Transport Construction Services Provision of Roads/ Pavement Opening/ Cutting, Ducting and Reinstatement Services ITEM DESCRIPTION EXTENDED CLOSING DATE Tuesday 13.11..2018 Tuesday 13.11.2018 PRE-BID MEETING DATE Wednesday 31.10.2018 at 9.30 a.m. Thursday 01.11.2018 at 9.30 a.m. NEW TENDER CLOSING DATE Tuesday 20.11.2018 at 10.00 a.m. Tuesday 20.11.2018 at 10.00 a.m. Kenya Power wishes to inform firms participating in the tenders below, that clarifications and extension have been deemed necessary, calling for an Addendum III to the tenders. The closing dates have therefore been extended as shown below to give bidders adequate time to respond appropriately NATIONAL ENVIRONMENT MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (NEMA) REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ADDENDUM 001 The Rural Electrification Authority wishes to inform all firms participating in the prequalification tenders whose details appear below which were advertised in the local dailies on 9th October, 2018 that extensions have been deemed necessary after requests for extension and clarifications from bidders, changes have been made and bidders are advised to download the new tender documents afresh at www.rea. co.ke RFX No. ITEM DESCRIPTION 1000000124 Provision of Transport Services 1000000127 Provision of Labour and Transport Services 1000000123 Provision of Survey Services OLD CLOSING/ OPENING DATE 01.11.2018 31.10.2018 30.10.2018 NEW CLOSING & OPENING DATE 07.11.2018 14.11.2018 13.11.2018 Bidders are free to contact the office of the Ag. Head of Procurement on the Ground Floor: Kawi House, South C; Off Red Cross Road, Behind Boma Hotel Nairobi, during normal working days between 8.00 am - 12.45 pm and 2.00-4.30 pm for any clarification regarding the tender or sent their clarifications to procurement@rea.co.ke. Bidders shall not contact or discuss any aspect of their document with REA after closing date and before receipt of notification of award of tender or letters of regret as applicable. Any such contact shall lead to disqualification. Completed prequalification Documents are to be saved as PDF documents marked with the Tender Number(RFX No) and Description and submitted through the REA E-Procurement Web Portal found on the REA website (www.rea.co.ke) so as to be received on or before the dates in the schedule above. The prequalification tenders will be opened electronically promptly thereafter in the presence of the Tenderer’s or their representatives who choose to attend in REA Procurement Office at Kawi House, Ground Floor. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AUTHORITY The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) invites proposals for the Consultancy services for development of; 1. CORPORATE BRANDING STRATEGY - NEMA/RFP/002/2018-2019 2. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY POLICY AND STRATEGY - NEMA/RFP/003/2018/2019 3. COMMUNICATION STRATEGY - NEMA/RFP/004/2018-2019 Detailed Bid documents should be downloaded from our website www.nema.go.ke or public procurement information portal free of charge and a non-refundable fee of Ksh 1,000 if obtained from NEMA Procurement Section at NEMA Headquarters situated along Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road. Tender fee should be in Bankers Cheque or deposit the cash in the NEMA Revenue Account, KCB – KICC Branch, Account Number 1102298158, and submit the deposit slip, at the Cash Office on Ground Floor Elland House NEMA Headquarters . Kindly note that cash will not be accepted. At the time of submitting the completed bid documents such Tenderers shall be required to enclose a copy of the receipt of payment. Complete bid documents in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked with the RFP NUMBER and CATEGORY DESCRIPTION should be addressed to:The Director General, National Environment Management Authority, Eland House, Popo Road, Off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839 – 00200. NAIROBI And be placed in the Tender Box provided at the NEMA Reception area, Eland House, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road so as to be received on or before 15th Documents submitted after this time will not be accepted. Any canvassing or giving of false information will lead to automatic disqualification Our Environment, Our Life, Our Responsibility. National Environment Management Authority-Kenya @NemaKenya November 2018 at 11:00 AM.

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 9 MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, FISHERIES AND IRRIGATION REPUBLIC OF KENYA National Environment Management Authority Popo Road, off Mombasa Road P.O. BOX 67839-00200, Nairobii, Kenya T el: (254 020) 6005522, 6001945, Fax: (254 020) 6008997) E-mail: dgnema@nema.go.ke Website: www.nema.go.ke NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC TO SUBMIT COMMENTS ON AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF NGILAI/LESEPA SMALL DAM AT SAMBURU NORTH- SAMBURU COUNTY Pursuant to Regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Coordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The Proponent, Northern Water Services Board, is proposing to construct a dam embankment across the dry river bed,spillway,off-take tower,fully equipped water treatment works,a 225m3 and 100m3 water tank and a management structure in place. The Lesepe Small Dam is located on a dry valley about 13Km away from Baragoi Town. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: Impact Mitigation Measures Soil Erosion. Water Resources depletion Protective structures should be used to avoid small-scale landslides where soil erosion potential is high eg. gabbions and stable slopes. Promoting an effective water resource management program. Initiate afforestation and agro- forestry program for soil and water conservation. Initiate community capacity building on water management, sanitation, operation and maintenance. Ensure that environmental flow requirements are met by releasing steady Dust generation Enclosing demolition sites. Spraying water on dusty roads. Covering or enclosing transportation vehicles, controlling the speed of vehicles, and selecting transportation routes to minimize impact on dust sensitive receivers. Covering or watering open spoil or storage sites. Noise Generation No construction using heavy machinery, from 22:00 to 6:00 Hrs, near settlements and boarding schools. Non-discretionary use of noisy machinery within 50 m of settlements and boarding schools. Good maintenance and proper operation of construction machinery to minimize noise generation. Installation of temporary sound barriers if necessary. Selection of transport routes for large vehicles Soil and drainage disturbance Avoid construction during heavy rains. Planting of conservation vegetation to control erosion and sedimentation. The drainage facilities should be cleared periodically so as to ensure water flow. Avoid hampering surface water drainage and plan for curative measures after construction Loss of Flora And Fauna Temporarily-used land (eg. during surveys, pipe laying, vehicle- maintenance areas) will return to its original use upon completion of works. Ensure no trees are removed, but if they are, replanting of indigenous plants and trees should be done. Ensure the required construction period and area is as small as possible so as not to interfere with the fauna breeding periods. Degradation of air quality by vehicular emissions Construction and equipment emissions to be kept within reasonable limits by maintaining equipment to manufacturer’s specifications. Contractors to be encouraged to use unleaded petrol and low sulphur diesel for all vehicles and equipment The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, 12th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, P.O. BOX: 30126-00100, NAIROBI Director General, NEMA Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. BOX 67839-00200, NAIROBI County Director of Environment SAMBURU COUNTY A copy of the EIA report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke NEMA invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision-making process for this project. Kindly quote ref. no. NEMA/EIA/5/2/1508 Comments can also be e-mailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke PROF. GEOFFREY WAHUNGU DIRECTOR GENERAL This advertisement is sponsored by the proponent. 6. A complete set of bidding documents may be purchased by interested bidders on the submission of a written application to the above and upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kenya Shillings One Thousand Only (KES 1,000.00) per set/ tender in Bankers Cheque payable to the Principal Secretary, State Department of Crops Development at the Cash Office situated at Lower Floor, Kilimo House, Cathedral Road. 7. 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 Small Works and the Rules and procedures of the AfDB as revised on 2012 will apply. 8. Bids should be clearly marked:MOALF/DRSLP/T001/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T002/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T003/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T004/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T005/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T006/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T007/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T008/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T009/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T010/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T011/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T012/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T013/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T014/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T015/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T016/2018-2019 MOALF/DRSLP/T017/2018-2019 Drilling and Equipping Of Kapokor Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Katilia One (1) Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Katilu Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Katilia Two (2) Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Konoo Borehole I in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Nakwapua Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Upper Kawalaze Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Lokapel Shallow Well in Turkana County Construction of Baawa Cattle Dip in Samburu North-Samburu County Construction of Lesidai Cattle Dip in Samburu North-Samburu County Construction of Loiting Cattle Dip in Samburu North-Samburu County Construction of Sawani Cattle Dip in Samburu North-Samburu County Drilling and Equipping of Laglokho Borehole in Marsabit County Drilling and Equipping of Dosade Kuku Borehole in Marsabit County Drilling and Equipping of Soito Borehole in Marsabit County Drilling and Equipping of Durte Shallow Well in Marsabit County Drilling and Equipping of Dub Gindole Shallow Well in Marsabit County and deposited at State Department for Crops Development Tender Box, situated at the Ground Floor, Kilimo House, Cathedral Road or posted to Principal Secretary State Department for Crops Ministry of Agriculture and irrigation Kilimo House, Cathedral Road P. O. Box 30028-00100 NAIROBI and should be received on or before 11.00 am on 28-11 -2018 and must be accompanied by a Bid Guarantee of an amount 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 on or before 11.00 am on 28-11-2018. 9. Bids will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend at 11.00am on 28-11- 2018 at the Conference Room Kilimo House 7th Floor Project Coordinator FOR: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY STATE DEPARTMENT FOR CROPS DEVELOPMENT DROUGHT RESILIENCE AND SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD PROGRAMME IN THE HORN OF AFRICA – KENYA COMPONENT NATIONAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING (NCB) Date: 30-10-2018 Loan No: 2100150028345 Project ID No.: P-Z1-AAZ-01 Drilling and Equipping of Seven Boreholes (7) & One(1) Shallow well in Turkana county, Construction of Four(4) Cattle Dips in Samburu County and Drilling and Equipping of Three ( 3) Boreholes & Two(2) Shallow wells in Marsabit County. 1. This Invitation for Bids follows the General Procurement Notice (GPN) for this project that appeared in UNDB online AfDB29105/13 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 contract for the above works. 3. The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Irrigation now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the above works as below: - TENDER NO. MOALF/ DRSLP/TO01/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO02/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO03/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO04/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO05/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO06/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO07/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO08/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/T009/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/T010/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/T011/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/T012/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO13/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO14/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO15/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO16/2018-19 MOALF/ DRSLP/TO17/2018-19 4. TENDER DESCRIPTION. Drilling and Equipping Of Kapokor Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Katilia One (1) Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Katilu Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Katilia Two (2) Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Konoo Borehole I in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Nakwapua Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Upper Kawalaze Borehole in Turkana County Drilling and Equipping of Lokapel Shallow Well in Turkana County Construction of Baawa Cattle Dip in Samburu North-Samburu County Construction of Lesidai Cattle Dip in Samburu North-Samburu County Construction of Loiting Cattle Dip in Samburu North-Samburu County Construction of Sawani Cattle Dip in Samburu North-Samburu County Drilling and Equipping of Laglokho Borehole in Marsabit County Drilling and Equipping of Dosade Kuku Borehole in Marsabit County Drilling and Equipping of Soito Borehole in Marsabit County Drilling and Equipping of Durte Shallow Well in Marsabit County Drilling and Equipping of Dob Gindole Shallow Well in Marsabit County BID SECURITY AMOUNT(KES) 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price 2% of bidder’s price Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from and inspect the bidding documents at the office of the Project Coordinator, Drought Resilience and Sustainable Livelihood Programme, Hill Plaza 9th Floor, Ngong Road P.O. Box 30028 00100 Nairobi or from the Ministry website www.kilimo.go.ke or at the DRSLP website www.drslpkenya.kilimo.go.ke. 5. Interested Bidders or Designated representatives are invited to attend a Mandatory pre-bid site meeting for the Driliing and Equipping of boreholes and Shallow well in Turkana County on 15/11/2018 and they should assemble at Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries in Turkana County at 9.00 a.m. For the structures in Marsabit and Samburu Counties there will be no Pre- bid Site Visit.

10 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Woman gives hope to families dealing with disability challenge Like the legendary Sphinx rising from the ashes, Mwikali kept overcoming high odds that fate appeared to have placed along her path right after she was born BY SAMUEL MAINA AND RACHAEL KILONZO KNA- MACHAKOS W e first met Awena Mwikali Mohammed on October 8, 2018 during a polio stakeholders meeting at the Machakos Level 5 hospital. The aim of the meeting was to sensitise stakeholders about a countywide polio vaccination campaign that was set to kick off two days later. The county was targeting at least 200,000 children under the age of five years during the four-day exercise. But the meeting turned out to be a blessing of some sorts. This is after it turned out that Ms. Mwikali was the Polio Champion for Machakos having lived with the deliberating condition since she was a child. When KNA asked her for an interview, she was more than willing to share her struggle with the disease which is ranked as one of the most dangerous condition among children by the World Health Organization. “From what I heard from my mother, I was born a very healthy and normal child. However, in a twist of fate, doctors for some unknown reasons advised I be put in an incubator where I was to remain for some days,” narrated Mwikali, who turned 39 years this year. But after leaving hospital, Mwikali’s health deteriorated forcing her mother (Saumu Mohammed) to spend another 29 days at the Machakos District hospital children’s ward. It was during her stay at the hospital that a certain woman in the ward discovered that Mwikali had an abnormality in both her legs that needed From what I heard from my mother, I was born a very healthy and normal child - Awena Mwikali Mohamed Awena Mwikali Mohammed in her Machakos office narrates her arduous journey while battling physical deformity. urgent medical attention. She immediately advised her mother to inform the doctor about the problem to enable tests to be carried out on the child and therefore rule out any fears of a lifelong medical problem. But when the tests came out, the doctors discovered the baby’s limbs had already been paralysed from the knees downwards. The hospital recommended an urgent surgery on both legs. Unknown to the innocent girl and her mother, this was going to be the genesis of a very long struggle with a condition that would form part of her life. “Until today, I don’t know why I suffered from this paralysis,” says Mwikali during KNA’s interview in her office at the Machakos Hospital where she works as an Assistant Administrator with the Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK). “Perhaps it could have resulted from a missed jab owing to the fact that my mother was not very much enlightened on the need of adhering to the vaccination schedule as was provided by the then Kenya Expanded Program on ImmuCONTINUED ON PG 16 National Drought Management Authority TENDER NOTICE REPUBLIC OF KENYA MINISTRY OF WATER AND SANITATION ATHI WATER SERVICES BOARD Invitation for Bids PROVISION OF GROUP PERSONAL ACCIDENT COVER, GROUP LIFE COVER AND WORK INJURY BENEFIT (WIBA) COVER The National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) is a public body established by the National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) Act, 2016. The Act gives the NDMA the mandate to exercise overall coordination over all matters relating to Drought Management including implementation of policies and programmes relating to Drought Management. The Authority invites eligible bidders for Provision of Group Personal Accident Cover, Group Life Cover and Work Injury Benefit (WIBA) Cover. Tender Number Tender Description NDMA/ONT/002/2018-2019 Provision of Group Personal Accident Cover, Group Life Cover and Work Injury Benefit (WIBA) Cover 1.1 1.2 Closing Date 21st November, 2018 at 10:30am Interested eligible candidates may obtain further information from and inspect the tender documents at National Drought Management Authority, Supply Chain Office, Lonrho House, 8th – 00200, Nairobi, Tel. 020 – 2301354 / 0722200656 during normal working hours. floor P.O. Box 53547 Complete set of tender documents may be obtained by interested candidates upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KShs.1000 in Bankers Cheque or cash deposited in the National Drought Management Authority Bank Account, Kenya Commercial Bank – KICC Branch, Account Number 1136140255, and submit the deposit slip at the cash office at NDMA Headquarters located on 8th Floor, Lonrho House, situated along Standard Street, Nairobi. 1.3 Prospective bidders may also download the Tender Document free of charge from the website www.ndma. go.ke or from the IFMIS Suppliers Portal: https://supplier.treasury.go.ke. Those who download the tender document and intend to submit a bid are required to submit their particulars in the format provided in the tender document to the Supply Chain Department’s Office for record and for the purpose of receiving any further clarifications and/or addenda via the email supplychain@ndma.go.ke. Completed and serialized/paginated tender documents in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked with the TENDER NUMBER and TENDER DESCRIPTION should be addressed to: Chief Executive Officer National Drought Management Authority Lonrho House, Standard Street, 8th Floor P.O. Box 53547 – 00200, NAIROBI and deposited in the tender box situated at the NDMA Reception, Lonrho House, Standard Street 8th Floor so as to be received on or before 21st November, 2018 at 10:30a.m. Tender Documents will be opened immediately thereafter in the Boardroom on 17th dard Street, Nairobi in the presence of Tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend. Floor, Lonrho House, Stan6 7 4 GROUNDWATER EXPLOITATION AND DEVELOPMENT INCLUDING CONSTRUCTION OF STORAGE TANKS AND WATER RETICULATION NETWORKS Reference Number: IFB NO: AWSB/GOK/NBH/W-1/Phase 1/2018 1 2 The Government of Kenya has allocated funds to Athi Water Services Board for the project; Groundwater Exploitation and Development including Construction of Storage Tanks and Water Reticulation Networks The Athi Water Services Board now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders registered in Category NCA4 by the National Construction Authority for the construction and completion of Groundwater exploitation, construction of elevated water tanks and associated water reticulation networks within AWSB Jurisdiction (“the Works”) involving the following: – Drilling and Equipping of 5 No. boreholes and construction of 5 No. elevated water tanks with associated reticulation networks, 3 The following are mandatory requirements that must be submitted together with the Bid document: • Copy of Certificate of Registration as a Driller with the Ministry of Water and Sanitation, • Certified copy of Certificate of Incorporation and a Valid Tax Compliance Certificate, • Curriculum Vitae (CVs) of the proposed staff and copies of testimonials and certificates, • Firm’s Audited Accounts for the last three (3) years, • Reference letters on previous experiences for similar works, Further information will be in the Bidding Document. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from Athi Water Services Board, Chief Executive Officer, info@awsboard.go.ke and inspect the bidding documents during office hours from 0800 hours to 1700 Hours local time from Monday to Friday, except during lunch hour (1300 hours to 1400 hours), during weekends and public holidays at the address given below. 5 A complete set of bidding documents in English may be purchased by interested eligible bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below and upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of KShs. 1,000 (Kenya Shillings One Thousand). The method of payment will be cash or banker’s cheque. The documents may be collected by interested eligible bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below or can be downloaded from www.awsboard.go.ke and www.tenders.go.ke. All bids must be accompanied by an unconditional Bank Guarantee of KShs. 300,000.00 (Kenya Shillings Three Hundred Thousand Only). Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 12.00pm East African Time on 21st November 2018. Late bids will be rejected. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who choose to attend at the address below on 21st November, 2018 at 12.05pm East African Time. Chief Executive Officer JAMES ODUOR CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Athi Water Services Board 3rd Floor, Africa Re Centre, Hospital Road, Upper Hill P.O. Box 45283-00100 Nairobi, Kenya Email : info@awsboard.go.ke

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 11 Public Notice Sensitization forum for the Youth, Women and Persons With Disabilities owned enterprises (AGPO) The Kenya Industrial Property Institute is a state corporation under the ministry of Ministry of Industry, trade and Cooperatives, established under the Industrial Property Act, 2001 In conformity with the requirement to allocate at least 30% of procurement opportunities to special/disadvantage group, the Institute intends to hold a sensitization forum for the aforementioned special groups as follows: Item Description Sensitization forum for the Youth, Women and Persons With Disabilities owned enterprises (AGPO) Venue Melili Hotel, South B, Nairobi Date 1 13th Nov 2018 KENYA NUCLEAR ELECTRICITY BOARD REGISTRATION OF SUPPLIERS Kenya Nuclear Electricity Board invites bids as follows. No Tender Number Item Description KNEB /DPROC/ REG/31/18/19 Registration of suppliers Commencement Date 30.10.2018 Closing Date 22.11.2018 10.00. A.M Documents detailing the requirements of the above bid may be obtained from the Kenya Nuclear electricity Board website (www.nuclear.co.ke) from the date shown above. This exercise aims to enhance awareness, building capacity, increase transparency and promote competition with regard to 30% allocation of procurement opportunities reserved for the disadvantaged groups. Interested special groups must confirm their participation on or before close of business on Friday, 09th email: procurement@kipi.go.ke November 2018 to the MANAGING DIRECTOR Kenya Industrial Property Institute. Kenya Nuclear Electricity Board KAWI House South C P.O. Box 26374-00100 Nairobi Kenya Tel +254 (02) 5138300 Email : mmwangi @nuclear.co.ke HEAD OF PROCUREMENT TENDER NOTICE This is to bring to the attention of the general public that an invitation for the following tenders has been uploaded on the PUBLIC PROCUREMENT INFORMATION PORTAL and KENYA URBAN ROADS AUTHORITY’S WEBSITE. TENDER NUMBERS KURA/RMLF/NRB/163-169/ 2018-2019 TENDER DESCRIPTION ROUTINE/PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OF ROADS IN NAIROBI REGION KURA/RMLF/LE/170/2018-2019 IMPROVEMENT OF ACCESS ROAD TO MWANYANI PRIMARY SCHOOL Bidders are requested to visit KURA’s Website at www.kura.go.ke/tenders or www.tenders.go.ke. for more information. Deputy Director, SCM For: Director General The authority is ISO 9001:2015 certified ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFIED Career Opportunities Kenya Revenue Authority is the National Revenue Collection Agency for the Government of Kenya. Our Vision is: “To Facilitate Kenya’s Transformation through Innovative, Professional and Customer Focused Tax Administration”. KRA is seeking result-oriented, self-driven individuals with high integrity to fill the following vacant positions: Post SUPERVISOR – TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS (READVERTISEMENT) OFFICER – CARETAKER (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) OFFICER – ELECTRICIAN (RE-ADVERTISEMENT) Note: 1. All applications from interested and qualified candidates must be submitted online via the process below. 2. ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 3. All applications should be submitted online on or before Friday, 9th November, 2018. 4. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to gender and disability mainstreaming. Persons with Disability are encouraged to apply. 5. KRA does not charge any application, processing, interviewing or any other fee in connection with our recruitment process. Application Guidelines Registration: 1. Go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login and then click on the ‘Register’ button to start the application process. 2. After registration, you will receive an email enabling you to confirm your email address and complete your registration. Log on: 1. After registration go to https://erecruitment.kra.go.ke/login 2. Key in your username and password then click on ‘Log in’ to access your account. 3. After successful log in, the system will open the ‘Applicant Cockpit’. Candidate Profile (To create or update applicant detail): 1. On the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page, go to the tab ‘Candidate Profile’. 2. Click on ‘My Profile’ to create and update your profile. 3. Follow the instructions to complete your profile. 4. The process will end by clicking the tab ‘Overview and Release’. 5. Ensure you click the check box on the page to complete the profile. Application process: 1. To view the open job postings click on the tab ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the ‘Applicant Cockpit’ page. 2. Under the heading ‘Job Search’ click the ‘Start’ button to view all available vacancies. 3. Click on the Job posting to display the details of the position. 4. To apply for the position, click ‘Apply’ button at the top of the page. 5. Follow the instructions to complete and submit your application. 6. Kindly note that all mandatory fields must be completed. 7. To complete the process of application, click the ‘Send Application Now’ button after reviewing and accepting the ‘Data Privacy Statement’. In case of any challenge or issues, please send your email query to isupporthr@kra.go.ke Disclaimer: Taxpayers are notified that KRA will not accept responsibility for payments not received, credited and validated in the relevant Kenya Revenue Authority accounts Contact Centre: +254 (020) 4 999 999, +254 (0711) 099 999, Email: callcentre@kra.go.ke Complaints & Information Center: +254 (0) 20 281 7700 (Hotline), Email: cic@kra.go.ke The tender documents can also be accessed and downloaded from the IFMIS supplier portal http://supplier.treasury.go.ke and the Authority’s website: www.ca.go.ke. Further, firms who download the tender documents must arrange to forward their particulars/contacts to the Head of Procurement, Communications Authority of Kenya, through the email address tenders@ca.go.ke before the closing date for records and for purposes of receiving clarifications and or addendums, if any. Duly completed tender documents should be submitted in a plain, sealed envelope clearly marked with the tender name and reference number to be deposited in the tender box on the ground floor of the CA Centre and tender boxes from CA respective offices, so as to reach on or before the stated dates on the advert at 2.30 p.m. The Director General Communications Authority of Kenya P.O. Box 14448 Nairobi 00800 Tel: Website www.ca.go.ke Bids shall be opened soon thereafter at the Authority’s 1st floor meeting room 1 in the presence of the bidders representative(s) who choose to attend. Note: The above-mentioned information can be accessed at IFMIS Supplier Portal and CA website. Head Office CA Centre P.O.Box 14448 Nairobi 00800 Tulipe Ushuru Tujitegemee! CA Western Regional Office CA Coast Regional Office Central Regional Office 1st Floor KVDA Plaza P.O.Box 2346 Eldoret 30100 Mobile: 0703042000 Mobile: 0703042105 Email: info@ca.go.ke Email: wro@ca.go.ke 3rd Floor, NSSF Building P.O.Box 8041 Mombasa 80100 Mobile: 0703042152 Email: cro@ca.go.ke Nyeri 10100 Mobile : 0703042181 Email : cero@ca.go.ke CA is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 27001:2013 certified Ground Floor, Advocates Plaza P.O Box 134 Nyanza Regional Office 2nd Floor Lake Basin Mall, P.O Box 2016 Kisumu 40100 Mobile: 0703042130 Email: nro@ca.go.ke +254 (020) 4242000 +254 703-042000 +254 736 121515/121414 Grade KRA ‘4’ KRA ‘3’ KRA ‘3’ TENDER NOTICE Job Ref: No. F&L-SUP-TL-10-18 F&L-OFF-CT-10-18 F&L-OFF-EL-10-18 The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulatory authority for the ICT industry in Kenya with responsibilities in telecommunications, e-commerce, cyber security, broadcasting and postal/courier services. The CA is also responsible for managing the country’s numbering and frequency spectrum resources as well as protecting interests of users of ICT services. CA invites tenders from interested and competent firms to tender for the following tender;No. Tender Reference Description of Tender 1. CA/PROC/RFP/05/2018-2019 Tender For Consultancy To Develop A Communication Strategy For The Authority Closing Date 21st November 2018 at 2:30PM Eligible bidders may obtain detailed tender documents from the Procurement Division 3rd floor Wing A at the CA Centre along Waiyaki Way, Nairobi, on weekdays during the normal working hours at a fee of Kshs 1,000.00

12 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Ministry firmly focused on the Big Four agenda Most of related programmes are already up and running, says Principal Secretary in the State Department of ICT BY DAVID MUKARA AND PHILIP RUTTO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS, ICT T he Ministry of ICT role in the Big Four Agenda is clearly defined and most of related programmes are already up and running, the Principal Secretary in the State Department of ICT Mr Jerome Ochieng, has said. In healthcare, through National Optic Fibre Backbone Infrastructure (NOFBI), the Ministry is providing an infrastructure through which health related applications will run. This will, for instance, enable a patient have an x-ray at one health facility and access to it hassle free from any other centre courtesy of a centralised repository. The Principal Secretary was speaking at the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development when he launched the Training of Trainers (TOT) Programme for the Ajira Digital Programme. The Trainers drawn from the 47 Counties are expected to train youths in their respective counties on Ajira Digital Programme. The programme seeks to introduce young people to online work and provide them with the necessary tools, training and mentorship to enable them to work and earn a decent income. In Food security, the PS said that the ministry will continue to enhance e-agriculture by providing data that can be helpful to the farmers. E-agriculture seeks to enhance agriculture and rural development through improved information and communication processes. “Technology is providing us with an opportunity to even be able to identify the best soils, the type of crops, the best time to plant because there is a lot of data and information about agriculture, that we can analyse to help us make the right decision so that we do not farm through guess-work but precision,” said the PS. In Housing, the Ministry is providing guidelines to the government department responsible for housing to ensure that the houses will be e-ready once they are completed. Additionally, the ministry is also working on a Geographic Information System (GIS) to capture, store, analyse, manage and present spatial data. In Manufacturing, the Prin1,000 Devices that can be assembled from Moi University and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology assembly lines daily cipal Secretary said that the Ministry has already established two local assemblies for the laptops under the Digital Literacy Programme. The local assembly lines are in Moi University and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. Each line can assemble more than 1000 devices per day. Meanwhile, County Governments have been advised to invest in ICT system in all their departments so as to improve in their revenue collections and fiscal prudence. Addressing ICT delegates from all the 47 Counties at Bomas of Kenya during Connected Kenya Summit, Mr. Joseph Irungu, ICT Director at the Commission of Revenue of Allocation (CRA), called upon the devolved units not to concentrate only on automation of finance departments. “ICT systems are universal. Applications that work in the finance offices can also be used in the records registries,” he advised. He said all counties who have set up working ICT systems have seen sharp revenue collection upticks and prudence in financial management. The ICT director disclosed that only 32 counties have Ministry launches portal to spur service and product innovations CS says portal will be accessible in all the Huduma centres across the country BY PHILIP RUTTO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS, ICT T he Ministry of Information Communications and Technology launched a portal to receive innovations for business ideas and products. While launching the online platform during Connected Kenya Summit 2018 at the Bomas of Kenya, Cabinet Sechas retary Joe Mucheru disclosed that the project will have a startup outlay of one billion shillings. Mr. Mucheru said the portal will be accessible in all the Huduma centres across the country and urge innovators to make use of the platform to promote their ideas and product. “Make use of technology to collect, collate and disseminate information,’’ the CS urged the participants. The CS promised that individual patent rights will be safeguarded and that a team of experts will evaluate the viable innovations for clearance while the upcoming ones will be nurtured. The portal will be accessed through www.hudumawhitebox.com Meanwhile, The National Assembly ICT Chair Hon. William Kisang has announced that his committee will review obsolete laws to allow the ICT industry to grow without hindrance. He said the ICT industry is ever growing and that calls for commensurate frequency rate of law review. ‘’We will bring up legislations to help the ICT industry grow,’’ Mr Kisang assured the over 500 industry players. He asked them to come up with an ICT professional body to identify practitioners in the field. The communications committee chair’s advice comes at a time when many professionals seek to protect their organisations from quacks. Individual patent rights will be safeguarded and that a team of experts will evaluate the viable innovations for clearance while the upcoming ones will be nurtured. - CS Joe Mucheru tried to use the ICT systems while 15 counties are yet to utilise the technology in their service delivery. He attributed the low usage of ICT in service delivery at the county level to low or no budget allocations and nonprofessionalism in terms of personnel. There was a consensus that the use of ICT will no longer be a necessary requirement but a basic necessity, just like water and food. ‘’The worst fear is to fear to use technology,’’ the county delegates were told. ICT systems are universal. Applications that work in the finance offices can also be used in the records registries - Joseph Irungu

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 13 How technology-based solutions can boost govt Big Four Agenda BY AHMED FARAH K enya must utilize technology-based solutions for it to realise its Big Four Agenda, namely: manufacturing, universal healthcare, affordable housing, and food security. One way of doing so is building partnerships and increasing collaboration with like-minded organisations in the public and private sector. With this regard, Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has partnered with TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) to implement several digital and physical infrastructure solutions to facilitate intra-regional trade and widen the tax base. This partnership has resulted in innovative programmes which have made the tax collection in Kenya efficient. Such interventions include the Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS), Integrated Customs Management System (which will replace the Simba System), One Stop Border Posts at Taveta, Malaba and Busia which have not only reduced the time taken to cross the border but have also sealed tax collection loop holes. Our Mombasa port programmes, which include berth upgrades, gate expansion and access road, have led to increased capacity and enhanced productivity leading to reduced cargo and ship dwell time. This has increased the competitiveness of Mombasa port thereby attracting more business. Recently, TMEA kickstarted a new project with the AntiCounterfeit Agency (ACA) to develop a digital platform that will improve the efficiency of tracing and seizing counterfeit goods. KRA approximates that manufactures lose at least US$42million annually to counterfeit goods while the government loses US$80million as potential tax revenue. The Integrated Customs Management System (iCMS) is also a worthy system by KRA, expected to be a game changer in the industry, especially in enhancing the capacity of collecting customs revenues. To enable a seamless flow of information and to ensure that revenue loopholes are sealed, iCMS will be integrated with the National Treasury system, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA), Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS), Regional Customs Transit Guarantee (RCTG), Single Customs Territory (SCT) systems, Kilindini Water-front Terminal Operating System (KWATOS), Kenya Since its official launch in March 2017, it has aided in spurring fair trade by creating a level playing field for both importers and local industries, reducing dumping and diversion of goods and improving security of goods on transit. Between January 2017 and September 2017, the revenue authorities used RECTs to curtail 23 attempted diversion incidents of goods whose value was estimated as US$1,475,407. At the same time, RECTs tracked 52% of total transits on the Northern Corridor valued at US$879m. Pundits identify two key $42m Amount manufactures lose annually to counterfeit goods, while the government loses US$80million as potential tax revenue, according to KRA National Electronic Single Window System (KNESWS) and the Kenya Pipeline Corporation system (KPC). This will ease exchange of data especially amongst government agencies and enhance collaborations across the agencies. TMEA was closely involved in the implementation of Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS), which is also touted as a game changer in the Northern Corridor, and with good reason. It is the first regional cargo tracking system jointly managed and Ruto commissions macadamia processing plant in Embu county Factory has employed 400 workers directly and other 600 indirectly BY KIMANI TIRUS KNA- EMBU D eputy President William Ruto on Thursday commissioned the first macadamia processing factory in Embu with capacity of 7,000 metric tonnes annually. During the commissioning, the proprietor and managing director of Privamnuts EPZ Kenya Ltd Patrick Mukundi, said his factory has employed 400 workers directly and other 600 indirectly. “The company has contracted over 30,000 farmers from Central, Rift Valley and Eastern region for supply of macadamia nuts,” said Mukundi. The MD added that in Kenya, there are over 2 million small scale farmers growing macadamia. The factory, which started in 2011 in Industrial area in Thika before relocating to Embu in 2m Small scale farmers growing macadamia in Kenya 2015, was buying macadamia nuts at Sh60 per kilogram in 2015. The prices have however shot up to Sh160 per kg this year. Mukundi noted that the main challenge the factory was experiencing is smuggling of raw nuts outside the country and poor post-harvest management of the nuts. “However, we are coordinating with the County Government to find solutions to problems facing macadamia,” added a former banker. Chief Executive Officer Nut Processors Association of Kenya (NutPAK) Charles Muigai applauded the Deputy President for banning exportation of raw macadamia nuts when he was Agriculture minister. “The ban, which brought to an end exportation of raw nuts, has seen emergence of local nut processing factories hence a source of direct and indirect employment,” Muigai pointed out. He said the upcoming factories would cushion farmers from losses after China, an importer of the nuts, started processing its own nuts from over 10 million macadamia trees it has been nurturing for the last 10 years. During the commissioning of the factory, the DP issued a stern warning against those smuggling raw macadamia nuts outside the country adding that local processing companies would ensure value addition to the nuts hence facilitating them to fetch higher prices. monitored by 3 Revenue Authorities in Africa. The system will be showcased at the KRA’s Taxpayer’s Day which is set for 31st of October. Implemented together with Uganda Revenue Authority and Rwanda Revenue Authority, RECTs has provided a seamless platform of tracking cargo along the Northern Corridor (from Mombasa to Kigali). Plans are underway to widen the system reach to South Sudan, Tanzania and ultimately to destinations outside the EAC bloc. challenges to trading in Africa. One of them is logistical costs and the other one is access to trade information. Initiative like RECTs responds to the first challenge by improving cargo predictability and truck turnaround times. Forums like KRA tax summit responds to the second challenge, by providing traders with information sharing platform where they learn how to leverage on existing and planned government initiatives. Strong partnerships are key in delivering a mix of physical and digital infrastructure initiatives for a vibrant African. Ahmed Farah is country director of TradeMark East Africa (TMEA)

14 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke ADVERTISEMENT FOR VACANT POSITIONS A State Agency in the security and administration of justice sector seeks to recruit competent officers to fill vacant positions in its establishment. Applicants must be Kenyan Citizens committed to delivering results and ready to work in a challenging environment and for long hours under minimum supervision. The Agency will offer competitive packages to successful candidates. 1. Chief Protection Officer Grade 3 (Ref. 05/2018) 1 post (Re-advertisement) Duties and Responsibilities : The Chief Protection Officer will be reporting to the Deputy Director, Operations. He/she will be responsible for the implementation of the Agency’s mandate in a result oriented and timely manner to achieve its set goals, objectives and agreed performance targets. Specific duties and responsibilities include: Overall in-charge of a regional office; participate in the development of relevant policies, manuals and standard operating procedures; implement and ensure adherence to the policies, manuals, and standard operating procedures; ensure that operations are done within the provided legal framework and international best practices; overall in charge of the security and safety of clients, members of staff and property of the Agency in the regional office; ensure effective implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Agency’s operational matters in the region; ensure and uphold effective national, regional, and international networks/ collaboration/cooperation; ensure adherence to set service level agreements and MOUs with both local and international entities; ensure continued vetting of regional staff; offer appropriate leadership and guidance for effective operational activities; promote development, and motivation of staff; in-charge of budgeting and procurement of commodities for the region and ensure prudent utilization of funds within the budgetary limits. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, an applicant must have: i. 5. Psycho-social Protection Officer I Grade 6 (Ref. 09/2018) 2 Posts Duties and Responsibilities: Providing social and psychological support and assessment services to clients; preparing reports, developing and implementing support and management plans for clients; assist in designing client protection and training programmes to address the needs of children and other vulnerable clients suffering from trauma due to different kinds of violence; sessions; developing support services to clients; networking with other relevant organizations for effective support services; facilitating assimilation of clients into secured environment; implementing exit strategy and support programmes for the clients; providing linkage with medical and psychosocial related service providers; ensuring safe custody of client records; facilitating treatment of clients and provision of psychosocial needs; and assisting clients attending court sessions. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, one must have: i. ii. iii. iv. 6. A Bachelor’s degree in law, criminology, public administration, management or comparable qualifications from a recognized university. ii. Worked as a Deputy Chief Protection Officer for a minimum of three (3) years OR fifteen (15) years’ experience in intelligence, police, military or any other recognized local/international security organization three (3) of which must have been in a senior management level. iii. Training in Intelligence, Covert Operations, Investigations, Operational courses. iv. v. vi. Knowledge in criminal justice system, covert operations, criminal investigations, the Kenya constitution, and Criminal Procedure Code. Knowledge in Corporate Governance and have a Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than 6 weeks or equivalent course from a recognized institution. A valid driving license. Note: Possession of a relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage. 2. carrying out counseling Served for a minimum period of three (3) years in a middle management position in social, psychological, clinical, forensic and counseling services or a comparable position in the Public Service or a reputable organization in the Private Sector. A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Psychological Sciences, Clinical and Forensic Sciences or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya. Registration and membership with a relevant professional body. A valid driving license. Internal Auditor II Grade 7 (Ref. 10/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: Providing internal audit services to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the Agency’s governance, internal controls and risk management framework; review internal control systems and report on any weaknesses; undertake specific audit assignments, and prepare detailed audit observations and reports. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: i. ii. 7. Protection Officer I Grade 6 (Ref. 06/2018) 4 Posts Duties and Responsibilities: Undertaking covert and other protection related operations; being responsible for the day to day operations to ensure safety of clients; conducting threat and risk assessment with regard to new applications by clients; gathering information and intelligence analysis, collation and dissemination; managing a secure filing system for all classified material; provide armed escorts to clients; and conducting special operations as may be assigned from time to time. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, one must have: i. ii. A Bachelor’s degree in criminology, law, public administration or equivalent qualification from a university recognized in Kenya. Served in the rank of Inspector of Police in the Police Service or in an equivalent position in any other recognized local/international security organization for a minimum period of three (3) years. iii. Training in Police, Military, or Intelligence Services, Criminal Investigation or VIP Protection course. iv. Aged 28 years and above. v. vi. 3. Knowledge in Criminal Justice System. A valid driving license. Security Officer I Grade 6 (Ref. 07/2018) 3 Posts Duties and Responsibilities: Providing security to the Agency’s premises, assets, staff and visitors; maintain information and operations of Operation Rooms; gather security related information; conduct security surveillance and security related investigations; provide escort services; Undertake security operations and responses in circumstances of incidents/accidents and disaster; and prepare and issue security alerts and briefs. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, one must have: i) ii) A Bachelor’s degree in law, security management, criminology, police service, leadership and security manage - ment, peace building, conflict management, or equivalent qualification from a recognized university. Served for a minimum period of six (6) years, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Inspector of police in the police service or comparable and relevant position and service in the Disciplined Service or reputable security organization. iii) Training in investigation, intelligence, security, or equivalent qualification of at least 3 months from a recognized institution. iv) Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results. v) A valid driving license. 4. Security Officer III, Grade 8 (Ref. 08/2018) 19 Posts Duties and Responsibilities: Provide security to the Agency’s premises, assets, staff and visitors; carryout random security surveys; screening visitors; carryout security surveillance activities; and prepare security briefs/reports. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, one must have: i) ii) Diploma in criminology, law, security management and police work, police science, peace building, conflict management, risk and disaster management, or equivalent qualification from recognized institution. Served for a minimum period of five (5) years, three (3) of which should have been at the level of Police Constable or above in the Police Service or in a comparable position and service in the Government Disciplined Services or a reputable security organization. iii) Training in investigation, intelligence, security, or equivalent qualification of at least 3 months from a recognized institution. iv) A valid driving license. A Bachelor’s degree (Accounting/Finance Option) OR have passed CPA part II, OR CIA part III from a recognized institution. Have at least two years’ experience in audit, accounting or finance fields. Principal Accounts Controller Grade 4 (Ref. 11/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: He/She will be in charge of Accounts Section and shall ensure efficient, effective and prudent financial management in compliance to Witness Protection Act, Public Finance Management Act, Public Audit Act, Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, and internal financial requirements; setting targets for the Section; preparation of final accounts; ensuring safe custody of the Agency’s assets; authorizing payments and signing of cheques; and guiding officers in Accounts Section to achieve the desired results. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: i. ii. iii. iv. 8. Served in the grade of Senior Accountant in the Agency or in a comparable position in the Public Service or reputable Private Sector organization for a minimum period of three (3) years. A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) and Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent. Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK). Have attended a senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks or its equivalent in a recognized institution. Accountant II Grade 7 (Ref. 12/2018) 2 Posts Duties and Responsibilities: Preparation and verification of vouchers in accordance with the laid down rules and regulations involving primary data entry and routine accounting work such as balancing of cashbooks, imprest and advances ledgers. In addition, the officer will be responsible for safe custody of records and assets. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a pass in part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its recognized equivalent qualifications OR a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Administration (Accounting option) from a recognized institution or its recognized equivalent qualification. 9. Senior ICT Officer Grade 5 (Ref. 13/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: Carrying out systems analysis, design and programme specifications in liaison with users; developing, implementing and maintaining systems; ensuring adherence to established ICT standards; supervising and compiling overall systems documentation; and advising on ICT related issues; supervising installation certification, repairs and maintenance of information communication technology equipment and associated peripherals; developing and maintaining ICT standards, recommending and supervising hardware/software specifications for information communication technology equipment; logging of problem; drawing and scheduling preventive maintenance; and assisting in feasibility studies as assigned. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: i. ii. iii. Served as an ICT Officer I in the organization or in a comparable and relevant position in the Public service or private sector for a minimum period of three (3) years. A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information communication technology, electronics, electrical engineering or a comparable relevant qualification from a recognized university. Membership to a relevant professional body. 10. Principal Supply Chain Management Officer Grade 4 (Ref. 14/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: The officer will lead and provide oversight in the running of an efficient and effective supply chain management function for the organization and its stakeholders in accordance with Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, Public Finance Management Act, and other relevant regulations. He/she will be in charge of the Supply Chain Management function dispensing all the supply chain management functions including monitoring the implementation of the Supply Chain Management policies, guidelines and procedures. Qualifications and Experience For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: i. ii. iii. iv. v. Served for a minimum period of three (3) years as a Senior Supply Chain Management Officer in the organization or in a comparable position in the Public Service or a reputable organization in Private Sector. A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Marketing or comparable qualification from a recognized university. A Diploma in Supplies Management or its approved equivalent from a recognized institution. Attended a senior management course lasting not less than three (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. Be a member of a relevant professional body.

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 15 ADVERTISEMENT FOR VACANT POSITIONS 11. Supply Chain Management Officer II Grade 7 (Ref. 15/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: Duties and responsibilities at this level entail assisting a more senior officer in handling procurement duties. Specific duties entail market surveys and research; fleet management; disposal of stores and equipment; inventory and stock control; monitor contract management by user departments; provide secretariat services to the evaluation, inspection and disposal committees. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration (Supplies Management Option), Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, Marketing or equivalent qualification from a recognized university. 12. Principal Administration Officer Grade 4 (Ref.16/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: Ensuring efficient and effective co-ordination, planning, organizing, interpretation, dissemination, and implementation of administrative duties. The officer will ensure compliance to administrative policies and regulations; ensure efficient and effective management of the organization’s assets; oversee library management services; and ensure good organizational safe and healthy environment. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this Grade, an applicant must have: i. ii. iii. iv. 13. Enhancing Accountability TENDER NOTICE The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) is an independent Office established under Article 229 of the Constitution of Kenya. The Office is charged with the primary oversight role of ensuring accountability within the three arms of Government (the Legislature, the Judiciary and the Executive) as well as the Constitutional Commissions and Independent Offices and any entity that is funded from public funds. The Office of the Auditor-General now invites sealed tenders for the following:S/No TENDER NUMBER 1. OAG/OT/02/20182019 2. OAG/OT/03/20182019 TENDER NAME PROVISION OF WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT SERVICE(Re-advertisement) TWO YEAR FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR PROVISION OF CONFERENCE AND HOTEL SERVICES FOR THE OFFICE OF THE AUDITOR-GENERAL Served as a Senior Administration Officer in the organization OR in a comparable position in the Public Service for at least three (3) years or a reputable organization in the Private Sector. A Bachelor’s degree in social sciences from a recognized university. Attended a senior management course of not less than four (4) weeks or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. Membership to a relevant professional body. Clerical Officer II Grade 10 (Ref. 17/2018) 7 Posts Duties and Responsibilities: Ensuring that all the records and documents are well classified and filed appropriately to the relevant files and stored for easy retrieval and access. The officer should be ready to work in various divisions assisting senior officers in delivering on the different mandates of the divisions. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, a candidate must be in possession of Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- (C minus) or its approved equivalent. Qualifications in different areas such as procurement, accounts, public relations, human resource management, and records management will be an added advantage. 14. Support Staff III Grade 12 (Ref. 18/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: Involve photocopying, binding, shredding and collecting of stationery; cleaning and dusting of offices; preparing tea and cleaning utensils. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have attained Certificate of Secondary Education D (plain) or its equivalent qualification. 15. Senior Human Resource Officer Grade 5 (Ref. 19/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: Providing effective and efficient management and development of human resources to enable the Organization achieve its mandate. This entails handling all human resource management matters within established policies, rules and regulations, and supervising and guiding junior staff. REPUBLIC OF KENYA Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: i. ii. Served as a Human Resource Management Officer I in the Public Service or in a comparable and relevant position in the Private Sector for a minimum period of three (3) years. A Bachelor’s degree in social sciences such as government, sociology, economics, public/business administration, human resource or any other relevant qualification from a recognized university and a Diploma in Human Resource Management or Industrial Relations from a recognized institution. iii. Attended a senior management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks in a recognized institution. iv. Membership to the Institute of Human Resource Management. 16. Human Resource Officer II Grade 7 (Ref. 20/2018) 1 Post Duties and Responsibilities: Verification of information relating to recruitment, appointment, transfers, human resource management records and complement control, among other human resource duties. Qualifications and Experience: For appointment to this grade an officer must have a Bachelor’s degree in social sciences such as government, sociology, economics, public/business administration, human resource or any other relevant qualification from a recognized university. Note: For all the positions, candidates must, in addition, possess the following attributes: high integrity; ability to make appropriate decisions; self-driven and motivated; professionalism; strong communication and good interpersonal skills; be a team player and have respect for diversity; have ability to maintain confidentiality; and be computer literate. Interested Candidates who meet the required qualifications should send their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, copies of appointment and promotional letters and other relevant testimonials, copy of National Identity Card, telephone contact, e-mail address, and names of three referees with their contacts. In addition, candidates should obtain clearance certificates from the following bodies: - 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Higher Education Loans Board Kenya Revenue Authority Directorate of Criminal Investigation Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Credit Reference Bureau Any professional body to which the candidate is a member Clearance certificates from the above mentioned bodies are to be availed during interview by those short listed Applications clearly indicating the Job Title and Reference Number on both the letter and envelope should be dropped at The Standard Group offices or send to the address below so as to be received on or before 5th November, 2018. TS 2241 P.O. Box 49990-00100 NAIROBI • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 2. INVITATION TO TENDER The National Treasury invites sealed bids from eligible candidates for the following tenders: S/No Tender No. Description 1. TNT/023/2018-2019 Provision of onsite support and improvement of IFMIS application: Oracle E-Business Suite Financial , Purchasing, Budgeting and Business Intelligence TNT/024/2018-2019 Provision of onsite support for National Treasury IFMIS Security Infrastructure Bid Security 1,000,000.00 1,000,000.00 Interested bidders may download detailed tender documents from the website www.treasury.go.ke or www.tenders.go.ke and those who download the documents must forward their particulars immediately for recording and any further clarifications and addenda to procurement@treasury.go.ke. Tenders must be accompanied by a bid Security valid for an additional 30 days beyond the tender validity period. There shall be a pre-bid meeting on Friday 9th November, 2018 at 10.00 a.m. on 5th Floor, IFMIS Boardroom at Treasury Building. Completed tender documents, TOGETHER WITH TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL PROPOSALS IN SEPARATE ENVELOPES, enclosed in plain sealed envelopes, marked with the tender number should be addressed to:The Principal Secretary, The National Treasury, P.O. Box 30007 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya and be deposited in the tender box provided at the Treasury Building, 6th Floor, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi, so as to be received on or before Tuesday 20th November, 2018 at 10.00 am. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend the opening at The National Treasury, Treasury Building, 6th floor, Conference Room No. 603 on Tuesday, 20th November, 2018 at 10.00 a.m. HEAD, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY THE NATIONAL TREASURY AND PLANNING 1.3 1.4 ELIGIBILITY CLOSING DATE OPEN OPEN 11:00AM 16th November, 2018 11:00AM 16th November, 2018 1.1 A complete set of the tender document may be downloaded by interested 1.2 candidates for free from the Office of The Auditor-General’s website: www.oagkenya.go.ke or the supplier portal website www.supplier.treasury.go.ke Interested bidders participating in these tenders are required to register their details with Office of the Auditor-General Via the email address procurement@oagkenya.go.ke for the purpose of further communications and issuing addendums if any. Prices quoted should be inclusive of all taxes, must be in Kenya shillings and shall remain valid for 120 days from the closing date of tender. Completed tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes, marked with the specific tender name and reference number and deposited in the Tender Box located at Office of The AuditorGeneral Headquarters, Anniversary Towers, 8th floor or be addressed to The Auditor-General, P.O. Box 30084-00100, Nairobi so as to be received on or before 11:00AM 16th November, 2018. Late bids will be rejected. 1.5 Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the Candidates’ or their representatives who choose to attend, at the 4th Floor Boardroom, Office of the Auditor- General, Anniversary Towers, along University Way. Office of the Auditor-General, Anniversary Towers. P. O. Box 30084-00100, Nairobi, Kenya. Tel:+254-20-2227383, +254-20-3342330. Website: www.oagkenya.go.ke Email: info@oagkenya.go.ke Office of the Auditor-General Kenya @OAG_Kenya

16 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke CONTINUED FROM PG 10 nisation,” she said. Since the surgery could not be carried out in Machakos, doctors recommended she be moved to Kenyatta National Hospital for the specialised treatment. Fortunately, there was a team of visiting doctors from India who managed to carry out the surgery in an attempt to save her from the harrowing ordeal of having to spend the rest of her life confined to a wheelchair. By that time, her farther Mohammed Jabir (now deceased) was working for the East African Portland Cement at Athi River. As a result, the family was able to foot the cost of the delicate operation through the health insurance scheme that was offered by the company. After the operation, Mwikali had to go through countless therapy sessions to try nursing the limbs back to normal. In 1997, she was moved from Nairobi to Machakos to continue with the treatment at the advice of the father who had by then retired from his job. Today Mwikali pays glowing tribute to the assistance, encouragement and love her father extended during those trying moments. She strongly believes that were it not for the efforts of her late father, she would probably be dead or worse off today. For instance, it was her father who vehemently opposed ensure I learn to use my legs,” she says. Eventually, Mwikali says, the high staked gamble finally worked. Up to date she has never used a wheel chair and instead gives out the equipment to others whenever she receives a donation. For Mwikali, her present against plans to put her on a wheelchair claiming the move would only worsen her condition and eventually render her permanently dependent on others. He argued that every effort should be employed to ensure the girl learnt to use both her limbs and in time learn how to walk. “My father came out fighting against proposals to purchase a wheelchair for my use. He told off anyone who was for the idea and stated categorically that his daughter will never use the equipment but he would do all he could to situation is a blessing in disguise meant to give others hope in the midst of despair. Her struggles through school saw her step from one agonising ordeal to another. Yet every step right from nursery, primary and high school was a learning opportunity for her. Like the legendary Sphinx rising from the ashes, Mwikali kept overcoming high odds that fate appeared to have placed along her path right after she was born. She vividly remembers a day her mother broke down in front of an insensitive clerk who wanted to turn them away when she was taken to Muslim Primary School to join class six. The clerk on seeing Mwikali being carried on her mother’s back told her to take her to the Machakos School for the Disabled as the institution did not admit pupils with special needs. But her father had vowed that his daughter would never study in a Special School as she was not mentally retarded, a decision that would nevertheless come with its fair share of disappointments. KENYA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY TENDER NOTICE BOMET UNIVERSITY COLLEGE JOB OPPORTUNITIES INTERNATIONAL / NATIONAL OPEN TENDERS: The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority invites sealed bids from interested and eligible firms for the following tenders. NO TENDER NUMBER TITLE OF TENDER INTERNATIONAL TENDER 1 KCAA/025/2018-2019 Provision of Calibration Services For Navigational Aids, Surveillance Systems and Validation of procedure in Kenya Airspace NATIONAL TENDERS 2 3 KCAA/011/2018-2019 The Proposed Renovation Works at Miritini Staff Houses in Mombasa KCAA/018/2018-2019 Provision of Consultancy Services to Undertake Comprehensive Governance Structure Under Internal Audit 4 KCAA/019/2018-2019 Provision of Consultancy Services to undertake KCAA’s Information Communication and Technology Systems and Infrastructure (ICT) Assurance. 5 KCAA/020/2018-2019 Provision of Consultancy Services for the Implementation of Solar/ Wind Energy on KCAA Installations, Facilities and Buildings 6 7 KCAA/021/2018-2019 Supply, Delivery and Installation of Computers for the AIS Technical Library at KCAA Headquarters KCAA/022/2018-2019 Consultancy Services for the provision of Obstacles Maintenance Survey for Nairobi JKIA, Wilson & Moi International Airport- Mombasa. 8 KCAA/023/2018-2019 Expression of Interest for the Consultancy Services for the Design & Supervision of Construction Works for Kisumu International Airport – New Air Traffic Control Tower 9 KCAA/024/2018-2019 Provision of public relations services for KCAA 10 KCAA/026/2018-2019 Expression of Interest For the Development of KCAA’s Business Continuity and Disaster Preparedness Policy and Strategy Wednesday, 7th Monday 5th November, 2018 at 11:00am, at Miritini Estate in Mombasa November, 2018 at 10:00am at Aviation House, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Monday 5th November, 2018 at 12:00Pm at Aviation House, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Monday 5th November, 2018 at 2.00pm at Aviation House, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport N/A Wednesday, 7th November, 2018 at 11:00am at Aviation House, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport N/A Wednesday 14th - November,2018 at 1100 hrs Wednesday, 14th November, 2018 at 1100hrs, at Aviation House, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Tuesday, 4th December, 2018 at 1100hrs Mandatory/site visit pre-bid meetings Closing date (A Constituent College of Moi University) P. O. Box 701 – 20400, BOMET, Kenya OFFICES OF THE CHAIRPERSON OF COUNCIL AND OF THE PRINCIPAL RECRUITMENT OF PRINCIPAL, DEPUTY PRINCIPALS AND REGISTRAR POSITIONS Bomet University College (BUC), a Constituent College of Moi University, invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions in the University College: SENIOR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS: 1. REF. BUC/MGT/01/10/2018: Principal, Scale BUC17, (1 Post). 2. REF. BUC/MGT/02/10/2018: Deputy Principal, Academic & Student Affairs, Scale BUC16, (1 Post). 3. REF. BUC/MGT/03/10/2018: Deputy Principal, Administration & Finance, Scale BUC16, (1 Post). Terms of Service: Appointment to these positions is tenable on contract for a five (5) year term with eligibility for reappointment for one further term. Remuneration: The positions shall carry competitive remuneration, attractive allowances and benefits as may be determined and approved by Council from time to time, in line with the university system in Kenya and in the respective Job Group. Applications to these Senior Management positions should be addressed to: The Chairperson of Council, Bomet University College, P.O Box 701-20400, BOMET. Email: buccouncilchair@buc.ac.ke ADMINISTRATIVE POSITION: 4. REF. BUC/ADM/01/10/2018: Registrar, Administration, Planning & Development, Scale BUC15, (1 Post). Terms of Service: Appointment to the position is tenable on Permanent and Pensionable terms following successful completion of a probation period of six months. Applications to this Administrative position should be addressed to: The Principal, Bomet University College, P.O Box 701-20400, BOMET. Email: principal@buc.ac.ke APPLICATION AND STATUTORY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITIONS Interested applicants for ALL the positions advertised should visit the Bomet University College website: http://www.buc.ac.ke for a detailed descriptions and requirements of the positions. Applications in 10 hard copies, indicating on the envelope the reference number and the position applied for, should be received through the respective addresses provided for the positions by Tuesday, 20th Bomet University College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. November, 2018 at 5.00 pm. RE-ADVERTISEMENT Bomet University College wishes to invite interested eligible candidates for the following provision of services for the Financial Year 2018/2019: Wednesday, 7th November, 2018 at 11:00am, Aviation House, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport N/A ITEM NO TENDER NO. 1. BUC/ADM/RFP/07/ 2018-2019 ITEM DESCRIPTION Request for Proposal for Bomet University College Turnkey Solar Project under Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for Training, Research and Captive Use For more information on the various tenders, bidders may view and download the bidding document from KCAA website: www. kcaa.or.ke or tenders.go.ke and immediately forward their particulars for records and for the purposes of receiving any further tender clarifications and/or addendums to procurement@kcaa.or.ke. Completed tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes marked with tender reference number and be deposited in the Tender Box at the ground floor Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, Aviation House, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, or be addressed to: The Director General, Kenya Civil Aviation Authority, P.O Box 30163-00100, Nairobi So as to be received on or before the respective dates and time indicated against each tender. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the Candidates or their representatives who choose to attend at KCAA Auditorium on the ground floor, Aviation House, JKIA, Nairobi. OUTCOME OF KCAA REGISTRATION OF SUPPLIERS/CONTRACTORS FOR 2018-2019 AND 2019-2020 FINANCIAL YEARS KCAA has completed the process of registration of suppliers as indicated above. As a result, All bidders who participated in the process are hereby requested to get the results/outcome of the registration from KCAA’s website: www.kcaa.or.ke under tenders. Ag. Manager Procurement FOR: DIRECTOR GENERAL ELIGIBILITY Open to All 12th CLOSING DATE November 2018 Interested eligible bidders who wish to apply may obtain Tender Document with detailed require-ments and conditions from the Procurement Office at non –refundable fee of Ksh.1,000 per set between 8.00 am to 5.00 pm on working days, or download from the University website: www.buc.ac.ke, complete and submit Tender Document in a plain sealed envelope clearly marked “Tender No” (Quoting the item number and description) addressed to: The Principal, Bomet University College, P.O Box 701-20400, Bomet. Or deposited in the Tender Box at Bomet University College Reception in the Administration Office, so as to be received on or before: 12th resentative who choose to attend. ADDENDUM REF NO: BUC/ICT/RFP/06/2018-2019 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR SUPPLY, INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING OF AN INTEGRATED ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) SYSTEM FOR BOMET UNIVERSITY COLLEGE This addendum is in reference to an advertisement that appeared in MyGov publication of 2nd November 2018 at 10.00 am. Tuesday October, 2018 calling for proposals for the above consultancy services. Interested bidders are notified that corrections have been made to the request for proposal document after the Pre-bid meeting held on 15th our website www.buc.ac.ke. Consequently the tender submission deadline has been extended from Tuesday 30th Addendum in our website to 12th PRINCIPAL BOMET UNIVERSITY COLLEGE October, 2018. The revised document may be downloaded from 2018 as per November 2018 , at 11:00 am. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of bidders or their rep

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 17 MINISTRY OF DEFENCE Telegrams: “DEFENCE”, Nairobi Telephone: Nairobi 721100/9 Website: www.mod.go.ke Email: public affairs @ mod.go.ke MINISTRY OF DEFENCE ULINZI HOUSE P O BOX 40668 -00100 NAIROBI TENDER NOTICE 1. Tenders are invited for the supply and delivery of the under listed items to Kenya Defence Forces: TENDERS TENDER NO: MOD/423(07012)2018/2019 MOD/423(07013)2018/2019 MOD/423(07014)2018/2019 MOD/423(07015)2018/2019 MOD/423(07016)2018/2019 MOD/423(07017)2018/2019 MOD/423(07018)2018/2019 MOD/423(07019)2018/2019 MOD/423(07020)2018/2019 MOD/423(07021)2018/2019 MOD/423(07022)2018/2019 MOD/423(07023)2018/2019 MOD/423(07024)2018/2019 MOD/423(07025)2018/2019 MOD/423(07026)2018/2019 MOD/423(07027)2018/2019 MOD/423(07028)2018/2019 MOD/42 (07030) 2018/2019 MOD/423(07031)2018/2019 MOD/423(07032)2018/2019 MOD/423(07033)2018/2019 MOD/423(07034)2018/2019 MOD/423(07035)2018/2019 MOD/423(07036)2018/2019 MOD/423(07037)2018/2019 MOD/423(07038)2018/2019 MOD/423(07039)2018/2019 MOD/423(07040)2018/2019 MOD/423(07041)2018/2019 MOD/423(07042)2018/2019 MOD/423(07043)2018/2019 MOD/423(07044)2018/2019 MOD/423(01003)2018/2019 MOD/423(01008)2018/2019 MOD/423(010010)2018/2019 MOD/423(010011)2018/2019 MOD/423(010012)2018/2019 MOD/423(010014)2018/2019 MOD/423(010015)2018/2019 MOD/423(010016)2018/2019 MOD/423(010017)2018/2019 MOD/423(010018)2018/2019 MOD/423(010019)2018/2019 ITEM DESCRIPTION SUPPLY OF VEHICLE BATTERIES TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF KIT BAG UNIVERSAL TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF TOWELS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCE SUPPLY OF BED SHEETS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF BRUSH CLOTH, POLISH AND BLACKENING TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF VEST COTTON GREEN TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF MESS TINS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF CAP FORAGE VARIOUS RANKS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF JERSEY PULLOVER BLUE FOR KENYA NAVY SUPPLY OF WHITE COTTON TWIL MATERIAL KENYA NAVY SUPPLY OF VEST PT WHITE AND RED TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF SOCKS WORSTED WOOL TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF UN UNIVERSAL BAGS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF SLEEPING BAGS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF CEREMONIAL MATERIAL KENYA ARMY SUPPLY OF THREE (3) LITRE PORCH CAMEL PACK TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF FIELD DRESSING TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF CAMP BEDS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF PT SHORT BLUE TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF SHOE POLISH BLACK 40ML TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF HOUSEWIFE SEWING KIT COMPLETE TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF SOLDIER BOX TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCE PROVISION OF BINDING OF OLD FILES TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF CLOTH FLANNELLETTE TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF SD CAPS FOR KENYA ARMY SUPPLY OF LIGHT BLUE MATERIAL AWD KENYA NAVY SUPPLY OF MILITARY DRESS BELT TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCE SUPPLY OF TENTS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF KNIFE CLASP WITH LANYARD TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PROVISION OF PASSENGER TRANSPORT SERVICES (ROAD TRAVEL WARRANT) TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPLY OF WATER BOTTLES TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES SUPPY OF FILING CABINETS ASSORTED TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLE SPARE PARTS FOR AML TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/MAINTENANCE OF SALOON CARS, TRUCKS AND OVERHAUL OF MAJOR AND MINOR ASSEMBLIES FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENTS PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/MAINTENANCE / OVERHAUL OF GAS AND ELECTRICAL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/MAINTENANCE OF VEHECLE RADIATORS FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/OVERHAUL / MAINTENANCE OF STANDBY GENERATORS FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/OVERHAUL / MAINTENANCE OF PHOTOCOPIER MACHINE FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/OVERHAUL / MAINTENANCE OF ELECTRICAL ASSEMBLIES OF COLD ROOMS AND AIR CONDITIONING PLANT FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY/ REPAIRMARINE PROPULSION ENGINE COMPONENT FOR KENYA NAVY PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/ OVERHAUL/ MAINTENANCE OF BORE HOLE EQUIPMENT PUMPS, SEWAGE PUMPS AND SWIMMING POOLS FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/SERVICING OF UNDERGROUND FUEL TANKS AND FUEL DISPENSING MACHINES FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/SERVICING OF PRINTERS FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES CATEGORY ALL YOUTH WOMEN ALL YOUTH WOMEN YOUTH ALL ALL ALL WOMEN ALL ALL ALL ALL PWD ALL PWD ALL YOUTH ALL ALL PWD ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL PWD ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL c. ALL d. PWD ALL ALL PWD ALL 5. NB: Tenderers wishing to witness the opening may do so at HQ KA Officers’ Mess at 1000hrs (10 am) on the closing/opening dates. Samples where required must be delivered on or before the closing date properly marked and with a delivery note as indicated in the tender documents. ALL Head, Supply Chain Management Services For Principal Secretary 3. For Prequalification/Registration Tender No. MOD/423(01001)2018/2019 TO MOD/423(010031)2018/2019. The tender documents can be down loaded from our website www.mod.go.ke. 4. The Ministry of Defence reserves the right to accept or reject any tender either wholly or in PARTS and does not bind itself to accept the lowest quotes. e. f. g. MOD/423(010028)2018/2019 MOD/423(010029)2018/2019 MOD/423(010030)2018/2019 MOD/423(010031)2018/2019 MOD/423(010020)2018/2019 PREQUALIFICATION OF FIRMS FOR THE REPAIR/MAINTENANCE / OVERHAUL OF ENGINEERING BDE PLANTS EQUIPMENT AND MACHINERY FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION MOD/423(01001)2018/2019 MOD/423(01002)2018/2019 MOD/423(01004)2018/2019 MOD/423(01005)2018/2019 MOD/423(01006)2018/2019 MOD/423(01007)2018/2019 MOD/423(01009)2018/2019 MOD/423(010013)2018/2019 MOD/423(010021)2018/2019 MOD/423(010022)2018/2019 MOD/423(010023)2018/2019 MOD/423(010024)2018/2019 MOD/423(010025)2018/2019 MOD/423(010026)2018/2019 MOD/423(010027)2018/2019 REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLE SPARE PARTS FOR ISUZU, AND STEYR TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLE SPARE PARTS FOR TOYOTA LAND CRUISER TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLE SPARE PARTS FOR LAND ROVERS 110 TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLE SPARE PARTS FOR PEUGEOT CARS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLE SPARE PARTS FOR MACK TRUCKS, UD BUSES, NISSAN URVAN, ACMAT, MANN, MERCEDES BENZ ACTROS AND MAHINDRA SCORPION TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLE SPARE PARTS FOR EARTH MOVERS TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF VEHICLE SPARE PARTS FOR MERCEDES BENZ TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF TELEVISION SETS FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF STATIONERY COMMON USER ITEMS FOR GILGIL, LANET AND ELDORET BASED UNITS REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF CURTAINS AND CURTAINS SHEERS ASSORTED FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF STATIONERY COMMON USER ITEMS FOR NAIROBI BASED UNITS REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF STATIONERY COMMON USER ITEMS FOR NANYUKI/ISIOLO BASED UNITS REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF STATIONERY COMMON USER ITEMS FOR MOMBASA BASED UNITS REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF STATIONERY TRAINING AIDS FOR NAIROBI BASED UNITS REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF STATIONERY TRAINING AIDS FOR GILGIL, LANET AND ELDORET BASED UNITS REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF STATIONERY TRAINING AIDS FOR MOMBASA BASED UNITS REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF STATIONERY TRAINING AIDS FOR NANYUKI/ISIOLO BASED UNITS REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD GOODS EQUIPMENTS AND FITTINGS FOR KENYA DEFENCE FORCES REGISTRATION OF FIRMS FOR THE SUPPLY OF PHOTOCOPYING MACHINES ASSORTED TO KENYA DEFENCE FORCES ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL ALL YOUTH WOMEN WOMEN YOUTH WOMEN YOUTH YOUTH WOMEN YOUTH WOMEN PWD PWD ALL Tender documents with detailed specifications of each tender can be obtained at a non-refundable fee of Kshs.1000 per tender from the office of COL SUP/MAINT’ Ulinzi House, P 0 Box 40668 Nairobi. NB: Groups classified under Access to Government Procurement opportunities (AGPO) are encouraged to apply. Timings for selling the tender document is from 1000 hrs to 1630 hrs during normal working days (Monday to Friday).-= 2. Completed original, orderly filled and bound tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes marked with tender numbers shown above and then be addressed to:PRINCIPAL SECRETARY MINISTRY OF DEFENCE ULINZI HOUSE, LENANA ROAD P O BOX 40668 - 00100 NAIROBI Or be deposited in THE TENDER BOX NOT A QUOTATION BOX at Ulinzi House Main gate along Lenana Road so as to reach on or before the dates shown below: a. From Tender No. MOD/423(07012)2018/2019 to MOD/423(07021)2018/2019 on 14 November, 2018 at 1000Hrs (10am). b. From Tender No. MOD/423(07022)2018/2019 to MOD/423(07031)2018/2019 on 15 November, 2018 at 1000Hrs (10am). From Tender No. MOD/423(07032)2018/2019 to MOD/423(07041)2018/2019 on 16 November, 2018 at 1000Hrs (10am). From Tender No. MOD/423(07042)2018/2019 to MOD/423(01007)2018/2019 on 20 November, 2018 at 1000Hrs (10am). From Tender No. MOD/423(01008)2018/2019 to MOD/423(010017)2018/2019 on 21 November, 2018 at 1000Hrs (10am). From Tender No. MOD/423(010018)2018/2019 to MOD/423(010027)2018/2019 on 22 November, 2018 at 1000Hrs (10am). From Tender No. MOD/423(010028)2018/2019 to MOD/423(010031)2018/2019 on 23 November, 2018 at 1000Hrs (10am).

18 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke National Environment Management Authority Popo Road, off Mombasa Road P.O. BOX 67839-00200, Nairobii, Kenya T el: (254 020) 2183718, 2101370, Fax: (254 020) 6008997) E-mail: dgnema@nema.go.ke Website: www.nema.go.ke NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC TO SUBMIT COMMENTS ON AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT STUDY REPORT FOR THE FOR THE PROPOSED WAMBA ZONED ROCKFILL DAM, WAMBA TOWN, SAMBURU EAST SUB-COUNTY IN SAMBURU COUNTY Pursuant to Regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Coordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The Proponent, Northern Water Services Board, is proposing to construct a 15m high zoned rock fill dam of capacity 257,335.25m3 and which will submerge 6.17 hectares of Samburu National Reserve, Samburu East Sub-County in Samburu County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Proposed mitigation measures Impacts Water Resources depletion Catchment protection by exercising the following: Promoting an effective water resource management program. Initiate afforestation and agro- forestry program for soil and water conservation. Initiate community capacity building on water management, sanitation, operation and maintenance. Ensure that environmental flow requirements are met by releasing steady and adequate flow from the dam reservoir Dust generation Enclosing demolition sites. Spraying water on dusty roads. Covering or enclosing transportation vehicles, controlling the speed of vehicles, and selecting transportation routes to minimize impact on dust sensitive receivers. Covering or watering open spoil or storage sites. Minimizing on-site storage time of construction materials. No construction using heavy machinery, from 22:00 to 6:00 Hrs. near settlements and boarding schools. Non-discretionary use of noisy machinery within 50 m of settlements and boarding schools. Noise generation Good maintenance and proper operation of construction machinery to minimize noise generation. Installation of temporary sound barriers if necessary. Selection of transport routes for large vehicles to avoid settlements and schools. Air pollution Construction and equipment emissions to be kept within reasonable limits by maintaining equipment to manufacturer’s specifications. Contractors to be encouraged to use unleaded petrol and low Sulphur diesel for all vehicles and equipment. Temporarily-used land (e.g. during surveys, pipe laying, and vehicle- maintenance areas) will return to its original use upon completion of works. Vegetation degradation Ensure no trees are removed, but if they are, replanting of indigenous plants and trees should be done. Ensure the required construction period and area is as small as possible so as not to interfere with the fauna breeding periods. Avoid construction during heavy rains. Soil erosion Planting of conservation vegetation to control erosion and sedimentation. The drainage facilities should be cleared periodically so as to ensure water flow. Top soils should be stock-piled separately from subsoils. After completion of work the top soils should be spread over those areas which can be restored in order to facilitate natural regeneration Protective structures should be used to avoid small-scale landslides where soil erosion potential is high eg. Gabions and stable slopes Spread of malaria and communicable diseases such as HIV/ AIDS, STD’s Implement HIV/AIDS prophylactic treatment through appropriate health promotion through wide distribution and promotion of condom use, improve employment opportunities for affected persons and provision of family accommodation for workers. Where possible, employ people whose families are nearby. Ensure that water supplied is accompanied by appropriate sanitation facilities. Provide information, education and communication about safe use of drinking water. Environmental management for vector control, use of bed nets and repellents, focal insecticide and molluscicide application, covered water storage, reduced domestic storage, functional drainage. Work to minimize or altogether eliminate mosquito breeding sites. Provide appropriate human and solid waste disposal facilities. Assure a continuous water supply 3. Principal Secretary, Environmental awareness Sludge disposal operations Gender imbalance in employment opportunities Water pollution Impacts Proposed mitigation measures No pollutants should be allowed to drain into water courses (this includes sewage and litter). In case of accidental spills, well- coordinated emergency and remedial measures should be put in place. Fencing of the dam. Educate the local population on sanitary issues such as the use of pit latrines Care should be taken to minimize and manage the work area to control siltation. Regular desilting. Increase of ground cover Give equal opportunities for both men and women for skilled and unskilled work. Expose and involve women in construction and maintenance activities in an effort to transfer required skills to them eg. Engineers, contractors and administrators. Involve women groups in environmental management of the works such as construction of gabions. Enhance gender sensitivity and reduce gender discrimination in construction activities. Take keen interest in general housekeeping of the facility with regard to Steel wire The solid waste collection point should be paved and sheltered Ensure compliance with the Waste Management Regulations, Legal Notice No. 121 of 2006 Once pit latrines are full, the wet sludge will need to be exhausted and the dried sludge can be used as a soil conditioner in agricultural farms or disposed of into controlled dumpsites in a safe manner, preventing contamination of delivery routes and landfill sites. There is a need for increased environmental awareness among all the stakeholders, improved regulation of livestock, comprehensive environmental planning and management, and creation of local partnerships for environmental projects to address the environmental problems in the area that may directly affect the status of available water. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: 1. Ministry of Environment and Forestry NHIF Building, 12th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, P.O. BOX: 30126-00100, NAIROBI 2. Director General, NEMA Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. BOX 67839-00200, NAIROBI County Director of Environment SAMBURU COUNTY A copy of the EIA report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke NEMA invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision-making process for this project. Kindly quote ref. no. NEMA/EIA/5/2/1517 Comments can also be e-mailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke PROF GEOFFERY WAHUNGU DIRECTOR GENERAL This advertisement is sponsored by the proponent.

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 19 MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT, INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC WORKS, HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT REPUBLIC OF KENYA STATE DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC WORKS TENDER NOTICE TENDER FOR REHABILITATION OF MTANGAWANDA JETTY – LAMU COUNTY The Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing & Urban Development intends to Rehabilitate Mtangawanda Jetty in Lamu County. The brief overview of the scope of works is as described here below:o Driving of steel piles o Construction of reinforced concrete Jetty o Construction of reinforced concrete ramp The tender documents shall be downloaded free of charge from Ministry’s website www.transport.go.ke and Public Procurement Information portal www.tenders.go.ke or be obtained from The Supply Chain Office, 9th Floor Room 915, Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development (State Department of Public Works) upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KShs. 1000. Payments will be made in cash at the Cash Office on ground floor before 4.00pm during normal working days or in banker’s cheque payable to The Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Works, Nairobi. Tenders in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked with the name of the project must be addressed to the Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Works P.O Box 30743 - 00100, Nairobi and deposited into the Tender Box on the 9th floor of the Works Building so as to reach him on or before 13th November, 2018 at 10.00 a.m. Tender Opening will take place in the Conference room on 5th floor, Works Building, soon after the above stated closing date and time in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend. Prices quoted must be net inclusive of VAT and all Government taxes and must remain valid for a minimum period of one hundred and twenty (120) days from the closing date of the tender. Tenderers must submit a Bid Bond of Ksh. 1,000,000.00 in form of a guarantee from a reputable bank or PPRA approved Insurance Company, valid for a minimum period of one hundred and fifty (150) days from the date of tender opening. Tenderers are hereby notified of the mandatory Pre-tender site visit scheduled to take place on 6th November, 2018 commencing at 2.00 p.m. Tenderers or their representatives are advised to assemble at the Kenya Ports Authority Office (Next to Lamu Customs Jetty), Lamu at 4.00 p.m on 5th November, 2018 in order to be briefed on the trip to the site for the proposed works by the Engineer’s Representative. PRINCIPAL SECRETARY STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS REPUBLIC OF KENYA MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT, INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC WORKS, HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT STATE DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC WORKS TENDER NOTICE TENDER FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF LAMU TERMINAL JETTY ACCESS – LAMU COUNTY The Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing & Urban Development intends to Reconstruct Lamu Terminal Jetty Access in Lamu County. The brief overview of the scope of works is as described here below:o Demolition of existing Jetty Access. o Reconstruction of a new reinforced concrete Jetty Access o Rehabilitation of the existing Jetty The tender documents shall be downloaded free of charge from Ministry’s website www.transport.go.ke and Public Procurement Information portal www.tenders.go.ke or be obtained from The Supply Chain Office, 9th Floor Room 915, Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development (State Department of Public Works) upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KShs. 1000. Payments will be made in cash at the Cash Office on ground floor before 4.00pm during normal working days or in banker’s cheque payable to The Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Works, Nairobi. Tenders in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked with the name of the project must be addressed to the Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Works P.O Box 30743 - 00100, Nairobi and deposited into the Tender Box on the 9th floor of the Works Building so as to reach him on or before 13th November, 2018 at 10.00 a.m. Tender Opening will take place in the Conference room on 5th floor, Works Building, soon after the above stated closing date and time in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend. Prices quoted must be net inclusive of VAT and all Government taxes and must remain valid for a minimum period of one hundred and twenty (120) days from the closing date of the tender. Tenderers must submit a Bid Bond of Ksh. 500,000.00 in form of a guarantee from a reputable bank or PPRA approved Insurance Company, valid for a minimum period of one hundred and fifty (150) days from the date of tender opening. Tenderers are hereby notified of the mandatory Pre-tender site visit scheduled to take place on 6th November, 2018 commencing at 10.00 a.m. Tenderers or their representatives are advised to assemble at the Kenya Ports Authority Office (Next to Lamu Customs Jetty), Lamu at 4.00 p.m on 5th November, 2018 in order to be briefed on the trip to the site for the proposed works by the Engineer’s Representative. PRINCIPAL SECRETARY STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT, INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC WORKS, HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT, INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC WORKS, HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT REPUBLIC OF KENYA STATE DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC WORKS TENDER NOTICE TENDER FOR THE RECONSTRUCTION OF MOKOWE JETTY AND ASSOCIATED WORKS – LAMU COUNTY The Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development (State Department of Public Works) intends to reconstruct Mokowe Jetty in Lamu County. The brief overview of the scope of works is as described here below:o Geotechnical site investigations, bathymetric and hydrographic survey. o Demolition of dilapidated jetty. o Dredging. o Driving new steel piles and encasement with concrete. o Construction of a new reinforced concrete jetty. o Construction of a waiting shed and ablution block. o Construction of fuel jetty. o Reorganization of Bus terminus. o Erection of flood lighting. The tender documents with detailed specifications consisting of Part 1 and Part 2 shall be downloaded free of charge from Ministry’s website www.transport.go.ke and Public Procurement Information portal www.tenders.go.ke or be obtained from The Supply Chain Office, 9th Floor Room 915, Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development (State Department of Public Works) upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KShs. 1000. Payments will be made in cash at the Cash Office on ground floor before 4.00pm during normal working days or in banker’s cheque payable to The Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Works, Nairobi. Tenders in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked with the name of the project must be addressed to the Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Works P.O Box 30743 - 00100, Nairobi and deposited into the Tender Box on the 9th floor of the Works Building so as to reach him on or before 13th November, 2018 at 10.00 a.m. Tender Opening will take place in the Conference room on 5th floor, Works Building, soon after the above stated closing date and time in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend. Only the outer envelope and Part 1 of the Tender document will be opened on this day. Those who qualify after evaluation of Part 1 will be invited to attend the opening of Part 2. Prices quoted must be net inclusive of VAT and all Government taxes and must remain valid for a minimum period of one hundred and twenty (120) days from the closing date of the tender. Tenderers must submit a Bid Bond of Ksh. 7,000,000.00 in form of a guarantee from a reputable bank or PPRA approved Insurance Company, valid for a minimum period of one hundred and fifty (150) days from the date of tender opening. Tenderers are hereby notified of the mandatory Pre-tender site visit scheduled to take place on 6th November, 2018 commencing at 10.00 a.m. Tenderers or their representatives are advised to assemble at the Kenya Ports Authority’s office near Customs jetty, Lamu at 4.00 p.m on 5th November, 2018 in order to be briefed on the trip to the site for the proposed works by the Engineer’s Representative. PRINCIPAL SECRETARY STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS described here below:o Removal of dilapidated pontoon and gangways o Repair of the existing Jetty o Construction of a new reinforced concrete Jetty Ramp o Widening the existing reinforced concrete staircase The tender documents shall be downloaded free of charge from Ministry’s website www.transport.go.ke and Public Procurement Information portal www.tenders.go.ke or be obtained from The Supply Chain Office, 9th Floor Room 915, Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development (State Department of Public Works) upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KShs. 1000. Payments will be made in cash at the Cash Office on ground floor before 4.00pm during normal working days or in banker’s cheque payable to The Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Works, Nairobi. Tenders in plain sealed envelopes and clearly marked with the name of the project must be addressed to the Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Works P.O Box 30743 - 00100, Nairobi and deposited into the Tender Box on the 9th floor of the Works Building so as to reach him on or before 13th November, 2018 at 10.00 a.m. Tender Opening will take place in the Conference room on 5th floor, Works Building, soon after the above stated closing date and time in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend. Prices quoted must be net inclusive of VAT and all Government taxes and must remain valid for a minimum period of one hundred and twenty (120) days from the closing date of the tender. Tenderers must submit a Bid Bond of Ksh. 500,000.00 in form of a guarantee from a reputable bank or PPRA approved Insurance Company, valid for a minimum period of one hundred and fifty (150) days from the date of tender opening. Tenderers are hereby notified of the mandatory Pre-tender site visit scheduled to take place on 6th November, 2018 commencing at 11.30 a.m. Tenderers or their representatives are advised to assemble at the Kenya Ports Authority Office (Next to Lamu Customs Jetty), Lamu at 4.00 p.m on 5th November, 2018 in order to be briefed on the trip to the site for the proposed works by the Engineer’s Representative. PRINCIPAL SECRETARY STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS REPUBLIC OF KENYA STATE DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC WORKS TENDER NOTICE TENDER FOR REHABILITATION OF MANDA JETTY – LAMU COUNTY The Government of Kenya through the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development intends to Rehabilitate Manda Jetty in Lamu County. The brief overview of the scope of works is as

20 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Small-scale traders shift to newly-built Nanyuki market The newly refurbished market which cost the County government Sh17 million was officially opened by Governor Muriithi BY MARGARET KIRERA KNA- NANYUKI S mall scale traders who have been operating their business on road side for more than five years in Nanyuki town finally have a roof over their heads. The more than 2,300 traders, who mostly deal with cereals, vegetable, and fruits, were moved out in 2013 from the Amount the newly refurbished market cost the county government 17m market by the former defunct municipal Nanyuki municipal council for it to be renovated. The traders had no alternative but to shift to nearby road side where they had been carrying their business in an unhealthy and crowded environment. After taking over, the first county government of Laikipia under Governor Joshua Irungu terminated the works by the contractor who was KENYA POST OFFICE SAVINGS BANK PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION Our Vision “To be the lead service Commission in the provision, management and development of competent human resource for the Public Service”. Our Mission “To transform the public service to become professional, efficient and effective for the realization of national development goals”. VACANT POSITIONS IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE Applications are invited from qualified candidates for the positions shown below:1. NEW ENTRY POSITIONS V/No. POST 130/2018 131/2018 132/2018 133/2018 134/2018 135/2018 136/2018 137/2018 138/2018 139/2018 140/2018 141/2018 142/2018 143/2018 Registered Nurse III Medical Records Officer III Nutrition Officer III Radiographer III Technical Instructor III ICT Officer III Printer III Registered Nurse III Land Adjudication and Settlement Officer II Land Administration Officer II Lecturer III – Kenya Institute of Surveys and Mapping (KISM) Geospatial Data Management Officer II Cartographer II Physical Planner 2. PROMOTIONAL POSITIONS V/No. POST 144/2018 145/2018 Director, Corporate Affairs and International Relations Senior Principal Lecturer (International Peace Support Training Center) Health Lands and Physical Planning Defence MINISTRY/STATE DEPARTMENT JOB GROUP H H H H H H H H J J J K K K NO. OF VACANCIES 10 4 1 2 5 Position Function: 2 2 120 12 58 7. 8. 9 9. 9 70 27 Key Skills and Competencies 1. MI N I STRY/STATE DEPARTMENT Defence JOB GROUP S P The details of the posts and mode of application can be accessed on the Commission’s website. Interested and qualified persons are requested to make their applications as follows: (i) NO. OF VACANCIES 1 1 Applications must be delivered to the Postbank Headquarters situated at Postbank House, 4th address applications to: The Managing Director Online through the Commission website: www.publicservice.go.ke or jobs portal: www.psckjobs.go.ke OR (ii) By completing ONE PSC 2 (Revised 2016) application form. The form may be downloaded from the Commission’s website (www.publicservice.go.ke) Completed applications should be sent to: THE SECRETARY/CEO PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION P. O. BOX 30095-00100 NAIROBI So as to reach the Commission on or before 13th November, 2018. Postbank is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to implementing affirmative action. In this regard, women, people living with disabilities and people from marginalized groups with requisite qualifications are encouraged to apply. For more details visit www.postbank.co.ke. Kenya Post Office Savings Bank P. O. Box 30311-00100 NAIROBI All applications should be received not later than Monday 12th November 2018. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Floor; Market Lane Off 17 Banda Street. Please 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Communications Skills IT Proficiency and report writing Organisation skills Documentation skills Interview skills Negotiation skills Team player Reporting to the Manager/Internal Audit, the position is responsible for reviewing functional areas of the Bank to determine if operational controls are in place and adequate, examining the financial statements to determine the accuracy and completeness, and advice the management through recommendations on ways of mitigating against the possible business risks. Key Responsibilities: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Review the adequacy of existing systems and controls and recommending effective internal control changes. Participate in identifying and assessing operational and financial risks that the Bank faces and the counter measures required to manage and mitigate the risk. Participate in the preparation and review of annual audit work plan and preparation of audit programmes. Participate in the audit of draft annual accounts. Carry out regular, surprise, adhoc and end of year audit to ensure compliance with approved management policies. Review the adequacy of operational and financial controls with a view to recommending implementation of necessary corrective measures. Discuss audit findings and recommendations with unit Head. Carry out special audit assignments and investigations at the request of management and recommending necessary corrective measures. Participate in budget preparation and controls in the department. Minimum Qualifications and Experience 1. 2. 3. Bachelor’s Degree in commerce, accounting/finance or related field. Minimum 5 years’ experience in Accounting/Audit duties. Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K) or ACCA qualification. Position Function The position is responsible for coordination of employee medical services at the staff clinic within Headquarters and includes overall supervision of the clinic services, offering of Clinical Medical consultation to staff and their dependants, and any other clinical services required for effective maintenance of staff health in the Bank. Key Responsibilities 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Diagnose and offer treatment to patients. Liaise with other medical providers on referrals and follow ups. Advise management on medical issues relating to staff and their dependants. Verification of prescriptions and invoices and posting to the General ledger. Coordinate health talks and medical check-ups. To administratively oversee smooth running of the staff clinic services. Qualifications 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Diploma in Clinical Medicine. Speciality either in Paediatrics, Ophthalmology, ENT or Orthopaedics. Membership to relevant professional body. 5 years working experience in a busy medical facility or practice. BSC in Clinical Medication or Higher National Diploma will be an added advantage. Functional Skills and Core Competencies 1. IT Proficiency. 2. 3. 4. Demonstrable communication and interpersonal skills. Firm and transparent management style. Sensitivity to respect and diversity. INTERNAL AUDITOR PB 6.1 - (2 positions) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Postbank is a leading Savings Bank with a National Branch network and offering a wide range of financial services. The Bank wishes to urgently recruit highly competent, proactive and self-driven persons to fill the following positions in the establishment: POSITION: SENIOR CLINICAL OFFICER (PB 5.2) – HEAD QUARTERS

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 21 engaged by the defunct municipal county to construct the market. But no progress was made thereafter. The newly refurbished market, which cost the county government Sh17 million, was officially opened by Governor Ndiritu Muriithi on October 16. The governor noted that the most leading diseases reported in health facilities in Laikipia County were waterborne and impressed on the traders to observe high levels of cleanliness to avoid the place becoming a melting pot for ailments. “The market is targeted to produce 2,500 direct jobs and another 5,000 indirectly, and generate Sh8 million annually to the county government,” Muriithi noted during the official opening. Apart from the traders who have been operating on the roadside opposite Nanyuki social hall and Nanyuki youth Polytechnic, the new ultramodern market has taken in traders who have been carrying their activities at Nanyuki teaching and referral hospital lane, Kajinga, Kenol and Nyakio areas. In his remarks during this year’s Mashujaa day at Nanyuki stadium, Laikipia County Speaker Patrick Waigua noted there is so much which has been achieved in terms of development by the current county government regime. MINISTRY OF PUBLIC SERVICE, YOUTH AND GENDER AFFAIRS REPUBLIC OF KENYA STATE DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND YOUTH REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION) Country: KENYA Name of Project: Kenya Youth Employment Opportunities Project (KYEOP) Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: 5812-KE Assignment Title: Consultancy services for Tracer Studies Reference No.: KE-MPYG-68524-CS-QCBS The Government of Kenya has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Kenya Youth Employment and Opportunities Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The project targets unemployed young men and women of 18-29 years with no more than a secondary education who are unemployed or working vulnerable jobs. The project is implemented in a component approach which includes; 1) improving employability 2) support for job creation, 3) improving labor market information and, 4) strengthening youth policy development and project management. The KYEOP is jointly implemented by the Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender (MPYG), the by Micro and Small Enterprise Authority (MSEA), the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) and the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection (MLSP). The consulting services (“the Services”) include Tracer Studies for the first two components. The first component, which is concerned with improving employability, is implemented jointed by MPYG and NITA. The component provides targeted youth with training and work experience in the private sector or with master craftsmen with the goal of improving youth employment outcomes. The second component, which encompasses support for employment creation, is implemented jointly by MSEA and MPYG. In order to assess the effectiveness of the KYEOP interventions, it will be important to trace the graduates in order to measure the Project’s outcomes in terms of: employment, earnings, skill enhancement, usefulness of skills they acquired, challenges facing graduates and the outcome of all trainings provided by KYEOP. The Tracer studies will also cover beneficiary youth who did not graduate and dropped out to better understand reasons for non-completion of the program. The Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender Affairs (State Department for Public Service and Youth) 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: 1. Minimum of five years’ relevant experiences and technical capacity in implementation of tracer studies (2012 to present); 2. At least two assignments of similar nature in the past five years (2012 to present), one of which should be in education or employment; and 3. Experience in conducting beneficiary assessments (provide supporting statements from previous experiences); 4. Demonstration of capacity to analyze data rigorously and present the results to a non-technical audience Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants [under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants] by World Bank Borrowers, January 2011 Revised July 2014 (“Consultant Guidelines”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment: 1.9 (b) of Consultant Guidelines. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/ or subconsultancy. In the case of joint venture, all the partners of the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract if selected. However, the experience of sub-consultant will not be considered while short-listing. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality Cost Based Selection method set out in the Consultant Guidelines. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1700 hours. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by Tuesday 13th November, 2018 at 1100 hours. Physical address: Tender Box on Teleposta Towers (GPO) 2nd Floor, along Kenyatta Avenue Attn: Principal Secretary, State Department for Public Service and Youth, P. O. Box 30050 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya. E-mail: procurement_kyeop@psyg.go.ke 3. ML & SP/SDL/ DOSHS/ONT/ DH/003/2018-2019 4. ML & SP/SDL/ DOSHS/ONT/ LIW/004/2018-2019 5. ML & SP/SDL/ DOSHS/ONT/ EW/005/2018-2019 6. ML & SP/SDL/ DOSHS/ONT/ SC/006/2018-2019 1. ML & SP/SDL/ DOSHS/ONT/ BW/001/2018-2019 2. ML & SP/SDL/ DOSHS/ONT/ MW/002/2018-2019 PROPOSED COMPLETION WORKS TO THE RESEARCH INSTITUTE OFFICE COMPLEX FOR THE DIRECTORATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH SERVICES – NAIROBI (BUILDERS WORKS) PROPOSED SUPPLY, DELIVERY, INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING OF LOW LEVEL WATER TANKS, TWIN BOOSTER PUMPS, SPRINKLER SYSTEMS AND FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES AT THE PROPOSED RESEARCH INSTITUTE OFFICE COMPLEX FOR THE DIRECTORATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH SERVICES – NAIROBI (MECHANICAL WORKS) PROPOSED KITCHEN AND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, DINNING HALL, MECHANICAL VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING WORKS AT THE PROPOSED RESEARCH INSTITUTE OFFICE COMPLEX FOR THE DIRECTORATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH SERVICES– NAIROBI LIFT INSTALLATION WORKS AT THE PROPOSED RESEARCH INSTITUTE OFFICE COMPLEX FOR THE DIRECTORATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH SERVICES – NAIROBI (LIFT INSTALLATION WORKS) ELECTRICAL WORKS AT THE PROPOSED RESEARCH INSTITUTE OFFICE COMPLEX FOR THE DIRECTORATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH SERVICES – NAIROBI (ELECTRICAL WORKS) SUPPLY, INSTALLATION, TESTING AND COMMISSIONING OF STRUCTURED CABLING NETWORK FOR DATA, VOICE AND CCTV SYSTEMS AT THE PROPOSED RESEARCH INSTITUTE OFFICE COMPLEX FOR THE DIRECTORATE OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH SERVICES – NAIROBI (STRUCTURED CABLING WORKS) The tender documents may be obtained by interested bidders from the office of Head of Supply Chain Management Services, 14th floor, NSSF building Block A, Eastern Wing upon payment of a non - refundable fee of Kshs. 1,000/= only at the Cash Office, located at NSSF Building, Block “A” Eastern Wing 2nd Floor or the same can be downloaded from the Government Tender Portal and the Ministry`s Website: www.laboursp.go.ke for free Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from and inspect the tender document at the office of the Head of Supply Chain Management Unit, State Department for Labour, located on 14th floor, Eastern Wing, NSSF Building Block A during normal working hours. ALL FIRMS INTERESTED IN BIDDING SHOULD HAVE A VALID CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION OF WORKPLACE IN COMPLIANT WITH OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT, 2007 Completed tender documents enclosed in a plain sealed envelope, clearly marked with the Tender Number and Name should be deposited in the tender box located at the Supply Chain Management Office, NSSF Building Block A, Eastern Wing, 14th floor or be addressed and posted to: The Principal Secretary State Department for Labour Ministry of Labour and Social Protection P.O. Box 40326-00100 NAIROBI So as to be received on or before Wednesday 14th November 2018 at 10.00 A.M (EAT) Prices quoted should be net inclusive of all taxes, must be expressed in Kenya Shillings and shall remain valid for a period of 120 days from the closing date of the tender. Tenders will be opened immediately after the closing date & time in the presence of the bidders or their representatives who may choose to attend at the Boardroom located at the 7th Block A, Eastern Wing. Floor of NSSF Building Head /Supply Chain Management Unit For: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY INVITATION TO TENDER Kenya Power invites tenders from interested bidders for Provision of the following:TENDER NO. KP1/9A.2/OT/ 14/ADM/18-19 ITEM DESCRIPTION Provision of International Courier Services Countrywide TENDER COMMENCEMENT DATE Wednesday 31.10.2018 TENDER CLOSING DATE Wednesday 21.11.2018 at 10.00 a.m. Tender documents detailing the requirements of the above tender may be obtained from the Kenya Power website (www.kplc.co.ke) from the date shown above. GENERAL MANAGER SUPPLY CHAIN www.kplc.co.ke MINISTRY OF LABOUR & SOCIAL PROTECTION STATE DEPARTMENT FOR LABOUR TENDER NOTICE The Ministry of Labour & Social Protection – State Department for Labour is inviting sealed tenders from eligible bidders for the tenders below:S/No. TENDER NUMBER TENDER DESCRIPTION

22 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke National higher education conference opens in city The highlights of the conference include research presentations and round-table discussions BY CORPORATE AFFAIRS, COMMISSION FOR UNIVERSITY EDUCATION T he 2nd Biennial Conference on the State of Higher Education in Kenya will be held between 30th October to 2nd November 2018 at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies. Participants will be drawn from policy makers, academicians and researchers from government and private institutions. The four-day conference organised by the Commission for University Education (CUE) with support of partners, is aptly themed Positioning Universities as the Nexus of Research, Innovation and Technology Transfer for Socioeconomic Development. The highlights of the conference include research presentations, round-table discussions on technology and innovation, quality assurance in higher education and selected case studies. The conference will also feature exhibitions on commercialisation of research outputs; collaborations, partnerships & linkages. The sub-thematic areas will also seek to propose for adoption workable and implementable strategies in buttressing curre emerging issues pe to the larger citizenry as es poused in the gov “Big Four Agenda”. Further, discussi will assess the sta of doctoral training and research in the country. This come against the backdrop of latest sectorial reports depicting challenges of doctoral training in respect to low enrollments and completion rates; relevance and innovativeness of doctoral academic programmes. The deliberations on this front will result into an enhanced common framework for doctoral training-ensuring Kenyan graduates at this highest level of academic purt are globally pted and competitive. Part of the levelhigh forum will involve high ranking government officials including Cabinet Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, Chairmen and Management members of Higher Education State Corporations, representatives of the private sector as well as Executives of the East Africa region’s quality assurance higher education agencies. Partners and participants too in the conference are UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa, Kenya National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCO), The National Research Fund, and National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) and the African Population and Health Research Centre (APHRC). MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, FISHERIES & IRRIGATION MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, LIVESTOCK, FISHERIES & IRRIGATION STATE DEPARTMENT FOR CROPS DEVELOPMENT REPUBLIC OF KENYA INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING (ICB) REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) FOR PROVISION OF AUDIT SERVICES TO AGRICULTURAL SECTOR DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMME (ASDSP) PHASE II Background: The Kenya Government implemented Agricultural Sector Development Support Programme (ASDSP I) from 2012 to 2017 to help meet its goals on agriculture and food security as guided by its Constitution 2010, Vision 2030, the Agricultural Sector Development Strategy (ASDS) and later the big 4 Agenda. The ASDSP entered its second phase (ASDSP II) from 9th December, 2017 for another 5 years and aims to enhance coordinated sector support towards resilient value chain development. Implementation will be at both national and county level in the spirit of devolution and will employ approaches used in phase I as well as new innovative ones which promise better efficiency and effectiveness. Rolling Audit services as provided for in the Government Financial Management Act of 2009 and the Specific Agreement between the Government of Kenya and Government of Sweden is required to support Programme secretariats at both levels of government. Service description: The objective of the assignment is to carry out independent audits to the Programme and certify that funds and other resources are being utilized on planned activities and that there is value for money. The audit is, in addition, to confirm that the Programme complies in all respects with the Agreements between SIDA and GOK and complement the public audit system. The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Irrigation, through state Department for crops development now invites eligible consultancy firms to collect and submit Request for proposal (RFP) for provision of Rolling Audit services at ASDSP Office, 6th floor, Hill Plaza Building, Ngong Road, Nairobi. Interested eligible firms are to meet the following mandatory criteria: I. Detailed company profile II. Copies of Registration and Tax Compliance Certificate (for local firms while foreign firms submit the equivalent in their countries) III. Demonstrate the ability and capacity to undertake the assignment (include works in the past, client list and successful past partnerships) Financial capability (submit audited accounts for the last three (3) years VI. Registered and physical address and contacts IV. V. Must adhere to IPSAS Completed Request for Proposal documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked “RFP FOR PROVISION OF AUDIT SERVICES TO ASDSP II” and DO NOT OPEN BEFORE 11.00am 13th November, 2018. The completed tender documents should be posted to reach the address shown below on or before 13th November, 2018 at 11.00am, East African time or placed in the tender Box marked ‘ASDSP Tender Box on 6th floor, Hill Plaza Building, Ngong Road, Nairobi on or before the said date and time. Request for proposal documents will be opened in the presence of firm’s representatives who choose to attend at 11.00am, East African time on 13th Plaza Building, Ngong Road, Nairobi whose address is shown below: The Principal Secretary State Department for Crops Development ASDSP P.O BOX 30028-00100 NAIROBI. Tel. 254 - (0) 2- 2718870 Fax 254 - (0) 42711149/2710808 Email: pc@asdsp.co.ke Interested bidders can also access the above information from the ministry website www.kilimo.go.ke and Agricultural Sector Development Programme (ASDSP) website: www.asdsp.co.ke. Late documents shall be rejected and returned to the firms unopened. Short listed firms will subsequently be issued with Request for Proposal (RFP) with specific terms of Reference. Project Coordinator ASDSP FOR: THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY November, 2018 at at ASDSP Office, 6th floor, Hill REPUBLIC OF KENYA STATE DEPARTMENT FOR CROPS DEVELOPMENT INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVE BIDDING (ICB) REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) FOR PROVISION OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES FOR AGRICULTURAL SECTOR DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMME (ASDSP) PHASE II Background: The Kenya Government implemented Agricultural Sector Development Support Programme (ASDSP I) from 2012 to 2017 to help meet its goals on agriculture and food security as guided by its Constitution 2010, Vision 2030, the Agricultural Sector Development Strategy (ASDS) and later the big 4 Agenda. The ASDSP entered its second phase (ASDSP II) from 9th December, 2017 for another 5 years and aims to enhance coordinated sector support towards resilient value chain development. Implementation will be at both national and county level in the spirit of devolution and will employ approaches used in phase I as well as new innovative ones which promise better efficiency and effectiveness. Technical Assistance services are required to support Programme secretariats at both levels of government. Service description: The TA support will strengthen technical and operational capacity of implementing structures at national, intergovernmental and county levels to address the following challenges; • Low productivity along the entire value chains • Inadequate entrepreneurial skills among value chain actors including service providers • Low access to markets by value chain actors • Strengthening structures and capacities for consultation and coordination within the sector at both levels of government. • Mainstream gender equity, social inclusion and environmental resilience. The Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Irrigation, through state Department for crops development now invites eligible consultancy firms to collect and submit Request for proposal (RFP) for provision of Technical Assistance services at ASDSP Office, 6th floor, Hill Plaza Building, Ngong Road, Nairobi. Interested firms are expected to meet the following mandatory criteria: I. Detailed company profile II. Copies of Registration and Tax Compliance Certificate (for local firms while foreign firms submit the equivalent in their countries) III. Demonstrate the ability and capacity to undertake the assignment (include works in the past, client list and successful past partnerships) IV. Financial capability (submit audited accounts for the last three (3) years V. Registered and physical address and contacts Completed Request for Proposal documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked “RFP FOR PROVISION OF TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES TO ASDSP II” and DO NOT OPEN BEFORE 11.00am 13th November, 2018. The completed tender documents should be posted to reach the address shown below on or before 13th November, 2018 at 11.00am, East African time or placed in the tender Box marked ‘ASDSP Tender Box on 6th floor, Hill Plaza Building, Ngong Road, Nairobi on or before the said date and time. Request for proposal documents will be opened in the presence of firm’s representatives who choose to attend at 11.00am, East African time on 13th November, 2018 at at ASDSP Office, 6th floor, Hill Plaza Building, Ngong Road, Nairobi whose address is shown below: The Principal Secretary State Department for Crops Development ASDSP P.O BOX 30028-00100 NAIROBI. Tel. 254 - (0) 2- 2718870 Fax 254 - (0) 42711149/2710808 Email: pc@asdsp.co.ke Interested bidders can also access the above information from the ministry website www.kilimo.go.ke and Agricultural Sector Development Programme (ASDSP) website: www.asdsp.co.ke. Late documents shall be rejected and returned to the firms unopened. Short listed firms will subsequently be issued with Request for Proposal (RFP) with specific terms of Reference. Project Coordinator ASDSP FOR: THE PRINCIPAL SECRETARY

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 23 2,000 trainers targeted to meet high demand for tutors Deputy President says the first 1,000 tutors would be recruited in the current financial year BY DPPS T he Government is set to recruit 2,000 trainers to meet the high demand for tutors in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions across the country, Deputy President William Ruto has said. Mr Ruto said the first 1,000 tutors would be recruited in the current financial year while the other cohort would be recruited in the 2019/2020 fiscal year. He said since Government had decided to use institutes to drive President Uhuru Kenyatta’s Big Four Agenda, more tutors were required to cope up with the rising number of technical institutions being established across the country. The Deputy President spoke in Embu County on Friday during first graduation ceremony of the Jeremiah Nyagah Technical Institute where he said reforms that are being carried out in the sector were focused on relevance, quality and access of training programmes to meet the needs of students after the completion MINISTRY OF PUBLIC SERVICE, YOUTH AND GENDER AFFAIRS STATE DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND YOUTH REPUBLIC OF KENYA REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION) Country: KENYA Name of Project: Kenya Youth Employment Opportunities Project (KYEOP) Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: 5812-KE Assignment Title: Consultancy services to design and implement an Innovation Challenge Reference No.: KE-MPYG-68861-CS-QCBS The Government of Kenya has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Kenya Youth Employment and Opportunities Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The project targets unemployed young men and women of 18-29 years with no more than a secondary education who are unemployed or working vulnerable jobs. The project is implemented in a component approach which includes; 1) improving employability 2) support for job creation, 3) improving labor market information and, 4) strengthening youth policy development and project management. The consulting services (“the Services”) include Design and Implementation of an innovation challenge in Kenya to identify high-potential interventions for creating economic opportunities for the hard-to-serve youth, and support these interventions to scale through a grant mechanism paired with advisory and coaching. The targeted youth tend to be less attractive to the private sector as possible employees and have limited access to private sector jobs. The innovation challenge will support employment and income generation ideas that are tailored to the local and highly specific needs of the targeted hard-to-serve youth populations. The innovation challenge will be managed by a consulting firm that will call for proposals to create opportunities for the targeted youth, manage the competitive selection of the winners based on the economic viability and sustainability of their proposed intervention, including its potential to improve earnings and employability of targeted youth, and based on the experience of the organization making the proposal experience, among other factors. The consulting firm will also be in charge of marketing and outreach; and the tracking of results of the awarded interventions. The Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender Affairs (State Department for Public Service and Youth) 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: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. At least five years of being in operation (2013 and before); At least two assignments of similar nature in the last five years (2013 to present) in designing and managing structured competitions, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa; Demonstrated experience managing outreach campaigns and program application processes (provide supporting statements from previous experiences); Demonstrated technical expertise in inclusive economic growth and knowledge of interventions expanding income generation and employment for vulnerable populations (provide supporting statements from previous experiences); and Experience of having worked in Kenya. Experience in design and management of innovation challenges will be an added advantage. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants [under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants] by World Bank Borrowers, January 2011 Revised July 2014 (“Consultant Guidelines”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment: 1.9 (b) of Consultant Guidelines. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications, but should indicate clearly whether the association 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. However, the experience of sub-consultant will not be considered while short-listing. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality Cost Based Selection method set out in the Consultant Guidelines. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1700 hours. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by Tuesday 13th of their studies. “We are recruiting more trainers to facilitate training in technical institutes across the country,” said Mr Ruto. Present during the event were area Governor Martin Wambora, MPs Njeru Ndwiga (Embu), John Muchiri (Manyatta), Eric Muchangi (Runyejes), Charles Njagagua (Mbeere North), Jane Wanjiku (Women Rep, Embu), Geoffrey Kingangi (Mbeere South) and former MPs Norman Nyagah, Lenny Kivuti and TVET Director Meshack Opwora. Mr Ruto said the ongoing reforms on the country’s education system are aimed at improving the future of the young people by aligning education and training more closely with the labour market. The Deputy President said the country is yet to achieve its industrialisation goals due to the fact that previous governments had not prioritised the development of technical education. “As a country, we have delayed on matters of industrialisation because we did not have the right vocational education system. We will now achieve the industrialisation needs of our country as we are now on the right track,” said Mr Ruto. Congratulating the graduates, Mr Ruto told them that they hold key to the industrialisation needs of the country. “The Government appreciates the contribution that is being made by technical education. Please, do not let us down,” Mr Ruto told the graduands. He said the Government would upgrade Jeremiah Nyagah TTI to the status of a national polytechnic but asked the TVET director to work with the management of the institute to ensure that it meets the upgrade requirements. As a country, we have delayed on matters of industrialisation because we did not have the right vocational education system - DP William Ruto MINISTRY OF PUBLIC SERVICE, YOUTH AND GENDER AFFAIRS STATE DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC SERVICE AND YOUTH REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION) Country: KENYA Name of Project: Kenya Youth Employment Opportunities Project (KYEOP) Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: 5812-KE Assignment Title: Consultancy services for Monitoring and Verification of the Kenya Youth Employment and Opportunities Project Reference No.: MPYG/KYEOP/QCBS/02/2018-2019 The Government of Kenya has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Kenya Youth Employment and Opportunities Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The project targets young men and women of 18-29 years with no more than secondary education who are unemployed or working in vulnerable jobs. The project includes 4 components; 1) improving employability 2) support for job creation, 3) improving labor market information and, 4) strengthening youth policy development and project management. The consulting services (“the Services”) include independent monitoring on the different activities being implemented in the KYEOP, particularly the Component 1 and 2 activities, and assess if processes and procedures are understood by the implementers and being applied as per the agreed upon design. The scope of this independent monitoring is to regularly document, assess, and explain how the activities in Component 1 and 2 are being implemented. The monitoring firm will be required to verify that the various trainings and counselling activities are taking place and are following the specified curriculum. The monitoring firm will also be responsible for verifying that the payment processes are functional and identifying any key payment challenges to address. Finally, the firm will be responsible for conducting beneficiary assessments. The Services will have national coverage, with focus on 17 counties spread throughout Kenya. The Ministry of Public Service, Youth and Gender Affairs (State Department for Public Service and Youth) 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: 1. 2. 3. Minimum of five years’ relevant experiences (2012 to present) and technical capacity in provision of monitoring and verification services; At least two assignments of similar nature in the past five years (2012 to present), one of which should have been in remote parts of Kenya and/or in the urban slum areas of the major towns; and Demonstration of capacity to conduct data collection and analysis among diverse communities with diverse cultural backgrounds (provide supporting statements from previous experiences). Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Bank’s Guidelines: Selection and Employment of Consultants [under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants] by World Bank Borrowers, January 2011 Revised July 2014 (“Consultant Guidelines”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment: 1.9 (b) of Consultant Guidelines. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/ or subconsultancy. In the case of joint venture, all the partners of the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract if selected. However, the experience of sub-consultant will not be considered while short-listing. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality Cost Based Selection method set out in the Consultant Guidelines. November, 2018 at 1100 hours. Physical address: Tender Box on Teleposta Towers (GPO) 2nd Floor, along Kenyatta Avenue Attn: Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Service and Youth, P. O. Box 30050 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya. E-mail: procurement_kyeop@psyg.go.ke Head Supply Chain Management For : PRINCIPAL SECRETARY Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1700 hours. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by Tuesday 13th November, 2018 at 1100 hours. Physical address: Tender Box on Teleposta Towers (GPO) 2nd Floor, along Kenyatta Avenue Attn: Principal Secretary, State Department of Public Service and Youth, P. O. Box 30050 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya. E-mail: procurement_kyeop@psyg.go.ke Head Supply Chain Management Services FOR: PRINCIPAL SECRETARY

24 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Drunken teachers will not be allowed to collect exam papers Government will not entertain drunkenness to interfere with dispensation of national examinations in county BY LYDIA SHIROYA KNA-KIAMBU H ead teachers appearing while drunk at the centres where national examination materials have been stored will not be allowed to collect Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) and Kenya Certificate of Secondary education (KCSE) papers. Kiambu sub-county deputy county commissioner Kiarie Njuguna has warned that the government would not entertain drunkenness to interfere with dispensation of national examinations in the area. He warned those addicted to alcohol that they had their jobs to secure by remaining sober during the exam period as it was a crucial exercise where candidates have prepared for a long time. Addressing a meeting attended by primary and secondary school heads at Kiambu boy’s high school last Thursday, Njuguna reassured both candidates and their parents that adequate preparations were in place and there was no cause to worry. He said the exercise had been accorded a multi-agency approach to ensure success and eliminate any form of cheating. “This examination touches on the lives of our children and we will not spare anyone assigned responsibility to joke around with it,” said Njuguna. He also stated that chiefs would be on duty and allowed to walk around schools within their areas of jurisdiction to ensure stability, adding that the latter will be in their official uniforms for ease of identification. The Deputy County Commissioner appealed to those assigned duties to oversee exams to arrive at their respective examination centres on time and work as a team so as to deliver credible results. He said head teachers would be expected at the container where the examination papers have been stored between 5a.m and 5.45a.m to facilitate opening of the same at exactly 6a.m. He reiterated that lateness would not be entertained, while calling for prudent time management so as not to interfere with the exercise. In her address, Kiambu Police deputy OCPD Aileen Mola assured candidates, parents and residents that the exercise would receive utmost security from the law enforcing agents. However, she reminded school heads that police officers deployed to respective Police officers will only be assigned to guard examination papers and not the entire compound as institutions are expected to have their own security personnel for other purposes - Aileen Mola schools would not be assigned other duties of guarding the institutions. “Police officers will only be assigned to guard examination papers and not the entire compound as institutions are expected to have their own security personnel for other purposes,” Mola said. MAASAI MARA UNIVERSITY 6TH GRADUATION CEREMONY –FRIDAY 30TH NOVEMBER 2018 TENDER ADVERTISEMENT NOTICE Maasai Mara University wishes to inform all the students who qualified for the conferment of various degrees and award of diplomas in the Academic Year 2017/2018, parents/guardians, alumni and members of the public that the 6th Graduation Ceremony of the University will be held on Friday, 30th CLEARANCE OF FEES Only graduands who will have cleared their outstanding fees by Friday, 2nd November 2018,6beginning at 9.00am at the Graduation Pavilion, Main Campus, Narok. The list of graduands is available on the University website. November 2018 will be allowed to graduate. Those who will not have completed the fees by the said deadline will be EXCLUDED from the graduation list. HIRE OF ACADEMIC GOWN, GRADUATION AND CONVOCATION FEES Graduands are required to pay the following mandatory charges for the various categories: Ph.D Masters - - Bachelors - Diploma - Khs. 7,500/Kshs. 6,500/Kshs. 5,500/Kshs. 4,500/Payment should be made to the following University Account: Cooperative Bank, Narok Branch - Account Number: 01129337192600, not later than Monday, 5th November 2018. INTENT TO GRADUATE Graduands who have not submitted the Intent to Graduate forms are required to do so latest by Friday 2nd November 2018. COLLECTION OF ACADEMIC GOWN All graduands are advised to collect their academic gowns from their respective Schools from Monday, 26th November to Thursday, 29th website www.mmarau.ac.ke. Graduation gowns should be returned latest by Friday, 14th November 2018. Hire of gown forms can be downloaded from the University December 2018. Those who fail to observe the deadline will be required to pay a penalty at the rate of Ksh. 1,000. (One Thousand shillings) per day, inclusive of weekends. INVITATION CARDS During the hiring of the academic gown, each graduand will be given two (2) invitation cards for their guests. Any person without an invitation card will not be allowed to the Graduation Pavilion. REHEARSAL The rehearsal is an integral part of the Graduation Ceremony. All graduands intending to participate in the ceremony must attend the rehearsal at the Graduation Pavilion in full academic attire on Thursday, 29th 2018 at 10.00 a.m. COLLECTION OF CERTIFICATES Certificates will be ready for collection from the University Examinations office as from Monday 3rd PUNCTUALITY All graduands and invited guest are advised to be seated by 8.00a.m. For more information, please contact: The Registrar Academic Affairs, Maasai Mara University P O Box 861-20500, NAROK Email:reg.aa@mmarau.ac.ke ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution December 2018. Certificates not collected beyond a period of one (1) year after graduation will attract a storage fee of Ksh 10,000 (ten thousand shillings) per year November KAA/OT/WAP/1392/2018-2019 KAA/OT/HQ/1394/2018-2019 The Kenya Airports Authority invites sealed tenders from eligible firms for the following tenders:REFERENCE NUMBER TENDER DESCRIPTION PRE-BID MEETING/ SITE VISIT Supply, Installation & Management of Motor Vehicles Alarm, Tracking and Online Management System Software Solution for Kenya Airports Authority Provision of Waste Management Services at Wilson Airport. (Eligibility for Duly Registered Youth, Women & People Living With Disability) Interested eligible firms may obtain further information and inspect the tender documents at the Kenya Airports Authority Headquarters at JKIA, 2nd Floor, office of the GM (Procurement & Logistics) from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm local time, Monday to Friday except lunch time between 1.00 pm and 2.00 pm and on public holidays. Tender documents may be purchased at Kenya Airports Authority Headquarters at JKIA Nairobi for non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1,000.00 for each document. Payment will be made to the cashier on 1st floor at KAA HQS by cash or Banker’s Cheque payable to the Kenya Airports Authority. The applicant or his/her agent will pick tender document at the procurement office, 2nd floor of the same building upon production of a payment receipt. Duly completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes with TENDER NUMBER AND TITLE OF THE TENDER clearly indicated on the envelope shall be addressed to:The Managing Director, Kenya Airports Authority, Kenya Airports Authority Headquarters Building, Airport North Road, P. O. Box 19001-00501, NAIROBI. and be deposited in the Tender Box located on the 2nd Floor of Kenya Airports Authority Headquarters Building at JKIA, so as to be received as indicated above for respective tenders at 11.00 am and shall be valid for a period of 120 days after bid submission. Late bids shall be rejected. Opening of bids will take place immediately thereafter at the Conference Room, 1st floor, KAA HQ’s Building in the presence of tenderers/representatives who wish to attend. Bidders who choose to download the tender from KAA website (www.kaa.go.ke) or Public Procurement Information Portal (ppip.go.ke) should forward their company’s details to procurement department so that any addendum/ clarifications can be sent to their email address. The Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any tender and does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any tender. Canvassing for the tender by the tenderer or by proxy shall lead to automatic disqualification of their tender. MANAGING DIRECTOR Bidders to congregate at KAA Head Office, conference 1 st floor at 10.00am on 08/11//2018 Bidders to congregate at Wilson Airport at 10.00am on 08/11//2018 CLOSING/ OPENING DATE 14/11/2018 16/11/2018

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 25 Road contractors urged to employ local labour Locals from Kerugoya and Inoi wards should be given first priority since most were unemployed, says MCA BY IRUNGU MWANGI KNA- KERUGOYA T wo Kirinyaga leaders have asked road contractors to give priority to the local youths instead of importing labour from outside the area. Speaking when they commissioned the construction of the 10-kilometre KerugoyaGitumbi–Kangaita road, Kerugoya ward MCA Kamau Murango said youths from Kerugoya where contracts are awarded but the contractor hires labour from otside th county. Be w will not all Murango w is also the co un ty majority and Inoi wards should be given first priority since most were unemployed. ‘’We have had many cases leader said. The ward representative further urged the contractors to do standard work since the tarmacking of the road had been promised by President Uhuru and deputy President William Ruto hence it must reflect their pledge. Murango further alleged that some contractors have financial short falls yet applied for tenders that they could not manage hence ended up doing shoddy work. He said such contractors should not be paid even a dime. ‘’If you know you cannot manage to finance a contract, please do not tender for it. The tendering committee should also consider that so that we don’t waste resources,’’ he said. The MCA further called on all leaders to pull together and work for the benefit of residents instead of wrangling that hurts growth. ‘’The governor has a development budget. She should use it to deliver on development. The MP should use CDF and the woman rep should use the affirmative action fund to deliver, and there should be unity so that projects are not duplicated,’’ Murango said. Area MP Munene Wambugu said he had lobbied for the road to be tarmacked. “I was not elected to talk but to deliver. See, the road will now be tarmacked. Mine is to deliver on development projects,’’ the Kirinyaga Central MP said. If you know you cannot manage to finance a contract, please do not tender for it. The tendering committee should also consider that so that we don’t waste resources - Kamau Murango NATIONAL LAND COMMISSION ARDHI HOUSE, 1ST NGONG AVENUE, OFF NGONG ROAD, P.O. BOX 44417-00100, NAIROBI, TELEPHONE: 2718050 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ALLOCATE LAND (Land Act 2012, Sec.14((1), (2)) The National Land Commission on behalf of the County Government of Machakos hereby gives notice of intention to plan and allocate parcel number LR.No.12610/1 (850 ha), 12610/2 (230.1 ha), 12610/3 (231.8 ha), 12610/4 (231.8 ha), and 12610/5 (199.1 ha) situated in Ngelani Sub-location, Katani Location of Mavoko in Machakos County. Any person claiming ownership of any of the above parcels or portion of the same, is requested to submit their ownership documents detailing how they acquired those parcels within 21 days of this notice to the Chairman, National Land Commission, Ardhi House 1st Ngong Avenue, Nairobi. Similarly, members of the public and any other interested parties are requested to submit their comments on these lands to the same office within the same time. Wajir Prof. Muhammad A. Swazuri, PhD, OGW Chairman, National Land Commission and Associate Professor of Land Economics NORTHERN WATER SERVICES BOARD (NWSB) INVITATION TO TENDER Northern Water Services Board a State Corporation under the Ministry Water and Sanitation ,has received funds from GOK for use during the financial year 2018 - 2019 and intends to use part of these funds to cover eligible payments under the Contracts as tabulated below. County Tender No. Garissa Description NWSB/T/CW/010/2018 – 2019 Construction of Doyi water pan 20,000M3 in Ijara Sub county NWSB/T/CW/011/2018 – 2019 Construction of Hagarbul water pan 20,000M3 in Fafi Sub county NWSB/T/CW/012/2018 – 2019 Construction of Diiso water pan 20,000M3 in Township Sub county NWSB/T/CW/013/2018 – 2019 Construction of Balambala water pan 25,000M3 in Balambala Sub county NWSB/T/CW/014/2018 – 2019 Construction of Ahmed Hirsi water pan 40,000M3 in Ijara Sub county NWSB/T/CW/015/2018 – 2019 Equipping of Daiso Borehole in Township Sub county NWSB/T/CW/016/2018 – 2019 Construction of Abdigan water pan 20,000M3 in Tarbaj Sub county NWSB/T/CW/017/2018 – 2019 Construction of Suroya water pan 20,000M3 in Wajir North county NWSB/T/CW/018/2018 – 2019 Construction of Abaqmadobe water pan 20,000M3 in Wajir South Sub county NWSB/T/CW/019/2018 – 2019 Rehabilitation of Shandarua water supply project in Wajir West Sub county Mandera NWSB/T/CW/020/2018 – 2019 Construction of Qatis water pan 20,000M3 in Banisa Sub county NWSB/T/CW/021/2018 – 2019 Construction of Hardawa 1 water pan 20,000M3 in Banisa Sub county RECRUITMENT OF INTERNAL AUDITORS Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) is a State Corporation whose responsibility is to manage and conserve wildlife in Kenya. Based on the need for strengthening the Internal Audit Department, the Service seeks to recruit dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the under-listed positions. Internal Auditor - Job Grade “7” - Three (3) Vacancies Details of the overall responsibility and requirements for the positions can be obtained from our Website: www.kws.go.ke - Careers Section. Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing copies of their academic and professional certificates, copy of ID card, detailed CV indicating work experience, current remuneration and employer, daytime telephone contact – both office and mobile, names, addresses and emails of three (3) referees to the address below not later than 12th Nov, 2018 at 4.00pm. Kenya Wildlife Service P. O. Box 40241 - 00100 Nairobi, Kenya. Email: recruitment@kws.go.ke KWS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to implementing affirmative action. In this regard, youth, women, people living with disabilities and those from marginalized groups with requisite qualifications are encouraged to apply. Isiolo NWSB/T/CW/022/2018 – 2019 Construction of Hardawa11(Qolbo Machu) water pan 20,000M3 in Banisa Sub county Samburu NWSB/T/CW/023/2018 – 2019 Construction of Matakwani water pan 20,000M3 in Samburu West Sub county Marsabit NWSB/T/CW/024/2018 – 2019 Rehabilitation of Dosa Wachu Bore hole in North Horr Sub county NWSB/T/CW/025/2018 – 2019 Construction of Dada Pati water pan 20,000M3 in Laisamis Sub county NWSB/T/CW/026/2018 – 2019 Construction of Boqe water pan 40,000M3 in North Horr Sub county NWSB/T/CW/027/2018 – 2019 Construction of Garbatulla water pan 20,000M3 in Isiolo South Sub county NWSB/T/CW/028/2018 – 2019 Construction of Merti water pan 20,000M3 in Isiolo North Sub county NWSB/T/CW/029/2018 – 2019 Equipping of School for the Deaf Borehole in Isiolo North Sub county Eligibility Reserved for Youth, Women and Persons with disability Open to All Open to All Open to All Open to All Reserved for Persons with disability Open to All Open to All Reserved for Persons with disability Open to All Open to All Open to All Reserved for Youth, Women and Persons with disability Open to All Open to All Reserved for Persons with disability Reserved for Youth, Women and Persons with disability Open to All Open to All Reserved for Persons with disability Closing Date 20/11/2018 11.00 am 20/11/2018 11.00 am 20/11/2018 11.00 am 20/11/2018 11.00 am 20/11/2018 11.00 am 20/11/2018 11.00 am 21/11/2018 11.00 am 21/11/2018 11.00 am 21/11/2018 11.00 am 21/11/2018 11.00 am 21/11/2018 11.00 am 21/11/2018 11.00 am 21/11/2018 11.00 am 22/11/2018 11.00 am 22/11/2018 11.00 am 22/11/2018 11.00 am 22/11/2018 11.00 am 22/11/2018 11.00 am 22/11/2018 11.00 am 22/11/2018 11.00 am Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from NWSB website: www.nwsb.go.ke, IFMIS website: www.treasury.go.ke and www.tenders.go.ke Complete tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked with the tender number should be deposited in the tender box at Northern water services board ground floor, maji house kisimayu road Garissa and addressed to: The Chief Executive Officer Northern Water Services Board P.O. Box 495-70100 GARISSA CANCELLED

26 | NEWSFOCUS October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Online jobs – Africa’s hope for the future REPUBLIC OF KENYA MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT, INFRASTRUCTURE, PUBLIC WORKS, HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT STATE DEPARTMENT FOR PUBLIC WORKS SUPPLIES BRANCH TENDER NOTICE The Principal Secretary, State Department for Public Works, Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public Works, Housing and Urban Development invites sealed bids from interested eligible candidates countrywide for the supply of the following common user items to Government Ministries/Departments/Agencies and Institutions Supplies Branch is a Department within the state department for Public Works in the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Public works, Housing & Urban Development. It operates within Government of Kenya Procurement Laws and Regulations and Executive Order No.1 of 2018. The mandate of Supplies Branch is to source for suppliers and prepare term contracts for common user items for all Government entities at National and County levels This is a national tendering process where all are encouraged to participate including Youth, Women, and Persons with Disabilities so as to gain access to government procurement opportunities (AGPO). TENDER NO. By outsourcing work to online workers, businesses can eliminate staff overhead costs that include; workspace operating expenses, medical insurance as well as retirement costs BY TIMOTHY MUNENE W orking online is quickly gaining popularity around the globe with many business and government entities increasingly embracing the fact that traditionally executed jobs which required a central and physical premise can now be carried out virtually. This is especially true of the western countries which beat their African counterparts in the race for the emerging digital technologies. They were not only quicker in their embrace of these developments but went a step ahead and put in place complementary infrastructures such as good internet connectivity and e-commerce sites with online work opportunities. African countries are not so far behind and are rapidly catching up. In fact, according to a 2017 report from Akamai, a content delivery network, Kenya’s internet speeds were faster than those in France and Russia. With its swift advancement in technology, and Africa leading the world in internet penetration growth rankings, it is only right that the continent should consider adopting strategies for working online. This trend is summarised succinctly by Dr. Bitange Ndemo, the academic and ICT champion: “Technologies that leverage on ICT’s are unstoppable and going by their adoption, they are bound to impact every facet of life in Africa.” Why Online Jobs? Online jobs have tremendous benefits for both businesses and society. By outsourcing work to online workers, businesses can eliminate staff overhead costs that include; workspace operating expenses, medical insurance as well as retirement costs. There is also the advantage of flexibility where, as a business, you only hire a freelancer when you need them. This is unlike a full-time employee who gets a full pay even during downtimes. With a freelancer, you get to manage the exact number of work hours that you need for a specific period. Notably, freelancers have a flexible work schedule and this means they can get work done whenever you need it including weekends, holidays, and odd hours. Technologies that leverage on ICT’s are unstoppable and going by their adoption, they are bound to impact every facet of life in Africa - Dr. Bitange Ndemo Every business is looking to work with the best resources in order to produce the best quality outputs for their customers. You do not need to hire a superhuman for your business. Outsourcing to online workers means you have a better chance of engaging the very best talent for a wide variety of tasks. At the same time, businesses that outsource to online workers enjoy a higher degree of business continuity compared to those with staff hired on fixed contracts. When workers resign or are absent from work for one reason or another, the business slows down especially when an immediate replacement is unavailable. With online workers, the business has the freedom to hire and replace as they please. TENDER NAME CATEGORY A (GENERAL TENDERS) SB/1/2019-2021 SB/2/2019-2021 SB/3/2019-2021 SB/4/2019-2021 SB/5/2019-2021 SB/6/2019-2021 SB/7/2019-2021 SB/8/2019-2021 SB/9/2019-2021 Supply of Petroleum Products (Bulk) Supply of Saloon Cars Supply of Pickups Petrol Supply of Pickups, Diesel Supply of station wagon, 4X2 petrol Supply of Utility Vehicles Petrol Propelled Supply of Utility Vehicles Diesel Propelled Supply of Microbus, Ambulance, Diesel Supply of Microbus, Diesel SB/10/2019-2021 Supply of Trucks, Low Sided, 4X2 SB/11/2019-2021 Supply of Trucks, Low Sided, 4X4 SB/12/2019-2021 Supply of Trucks, High Sided, 4X2 SB/13/2019-2021 Supply of Trucks, high sided 4x4 SB/14/2019-2021 Supply of Tipper Trucks SB/15/2019-2021 Supply of Water Bowsers SB/16/2019-2021 Supply of Bitumen Distributors SB/17/2019-2021 Supply of Dozers SB/18/2019-2021 Supply of Excavators SB/19/2019-2021 Supply of Graders SB/20/2019-2021 Supply of Loaders SB/21/2019-2021 Supply of Rollers SB/22/2019-2021 Supply of Cranes SB/23/2019-2021 Supply of Fork Lifts SB/24/2019-2021 Supply of Exhausters SB/25/2019-2021 Supply of Fuel Tankers SB/26/2019-2021 Supply of Low Bed Trailers and Prime Movers SB/27/2019-2021 Supply of Motor Cycles (F) SB/29/2019-2021 Supply of Meat & Meat Products SB/30/2019-2021 Supply of Oils and Lubricants for Motor Vehicles SB/31/2019-2021 Supply of Agricultural Tractors SB/32/2019-2021 Supply of Fire Fighting Vehicles SB/33/2019-2021 Supply of Fire Fighting Eqpt SB/34/2019-2021 Supply of Workshop Equipment & Accessories SB/36/2019-2021 Supply of Water Pumps SB/37/2019-2021 Supply of Expanded Poly-Styrene Panels or Structural & Thermal Insulated panels SB/38/2019-2021 Supply of Tyres and Tubes SB/39/2019-2021 Supply, Delivery, Testing and Commissioning of KVA portable Generators SB/40/2019-2021 Supply of Agricultural Tractors and Accessories SB/42/2019-2021 Supply of Electrical Fittings, Appliances and other Related Items SB/43/2019-2021 Supply of Security and Guarding Services SB/44/2019-2021 Supply of Building and Construction Materials SB/45/2019-2021 Supply of furniture SB/47/2019-2021 Supply of Textile Materials SB/50/2019-2021 Supply of Paints Distemper & Thinners SB/51/2019-2021 Supply of Insecticide, Chemicals & Spraying Eqpt SB/52/2019-2021 Supply of Pipes and Fittings SB/53/2019-2021 Supply of Pre-cast Concrete Products assorted SB/54/2019-2021 Supply of canvas and camping materials SB/55/2019-2021 Supply of Automotive Batteries SB/56/2019-2021 Supply of Oxygen & Other Gases SB/57/2019-2021 Supply of Timber Materials SB/58/2019-2021 Supply of Wood-Fuel SB/60/2019-2021 Supply and Provisions of Food Supplements SB/61/2019-2021 Supply and Provisions of Foodstuff s(Dry Food) SB/63/2019-2021 Supply of National Symbols -Insignia –Emblem SB/66/2019-2021 Provision of Catering Services CATEGORY B (TENDERS RESERVED FOR THE YOUTH, WOMEN, AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES) SB/28/2019-2021 Supply of Fruits and Vegetables SB/35/2019-2021 Supply of Chicken and Eggs SB/41/2019-2021 Supply and Provisions of Foodstuffs (Processed Food) SB/46/2019-2021 Supply of Uniforms SB/48/2019-2021 Supply of Stationery Items SB/49/2019-2021 Supply of Air Time (Calling Cards) SB/59/2019-2021 Supply of Fire Proof Cabinets & Shredders SB/62/2019-2021 Supply of Household, Cleaning and Sanitary Materials SB/64/2019-2021 Supply of Daily Newspaper SB/65/2019-2021 Supply of Cleaning Services Complete set of detailed Tender documents may be obtained by downloading it free of charge from the Ministry’s website www.transport.go.ke and Treasury Portal supplier.treasury.go.ke or from the Procurement Office upon payment of a non-refundable fee of KShs.1,000/= (Kenya Shillings One Thousand only) per set, payable at the Supplies Branch Cash Office, Likoni Road, Opposite Motor Vehicles’ Inspection Unit, Industrial Area, Nairobi during Official Working Hours (8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.) Prices quoted must be net, inclusive of all taxes & duties and remain valid for 120 days from the closing date of the tender. Completed Tender documents MUST be accompanied by a Tender Security of the amount specified in the Tender documents in the form and manner prescribed in the Tender document. Tender bids in plain sealed envelopes bearing the Tender number on the top right hand corner but with no indication of the Tenderer’s name should be posted to: The Officer In-Charge Supplies Branch, Likoni Road P.O. Box 30071, NAIROBI. Or placed in the Tender Box situated on the Ground Floor of the Administration Block so as to reach him on or before 13th November, 2018 , at 10.00 a.m. Submitted bids will thereafter be opened publicly in the presence of candidates’ representatives who choose to attend at the Supplies Branch offices on Likoni Road, in the Conference Room, 2nd Floor. Late bids will be returned unopened. PREFERENCES: CATEGORY A: Under this category all eligible bidders are encouraged to apply. CATEGORY B: Under this category, only small and medium enterprises owned by Women, Youths and persons with disabilities will apply. Requirements for the above preferences: 1) Certificate of Registration/Incorporation 2) K.R.A. Registration P.I.N. /V.A.T. 3) Registration with The National Treasury (For Youth, Women & Persons with Disabilities) 4) Registration with relevant Regulatory Bodies Bidders are informed, canvassing is a form of corruption and will lead to automatic disqualification and blacklisted. PROF. ARCH. PAUL M. MARINGA (PHD), CBS, CORP. ARCH, MAAK, MKIP PRINCIPAL SECRETARY

October 30, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 27 The stern-faced ‘judge’ who had final word in TV drama For over three decades, Lucy Wangui played the no-nonsense judge in the long running courtroom comedy-drama Vioja Mahakamani. Her talent and passion reverberated through the screen, earning her a Head of State Commendation in 2009 in addition to numerous acting awards for her brilliant and consistent performance. Her story is excerpted from a forthcoming book, Pioneers & Transformers: The Journeys of Top Achieving Women in Kenya, published by the Kenya Yearbook Editorial Board Pioneers & Transformers Journeys of top achieving women in Kenya E very week, the country is served a hefty dose of rib-cracking humour on the television sitcom Vioja Mahakamani – a long running local courtroom drama. The programme, which airs on the national broadcaster Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC), features a diverse and colourful cast. It was here that Kenyans watched Lucy Wangui act for more than three decades. Until 2015, Wangui played the role of the no-nonsense judge. In this role she was the voice of reason and the ultimate counsel. Viewers will remember her inscrutable expression as she sat on the bench, listening keenly and taking notes. She pulled off her role so well that over the years, it became more and more difficult for fans of the show to separate Wangui from her on-screen character. But what lies behind that stern television exterior? Wangui has been described by her colleagues as being diligent and passionate about her work. Not surprisingly, her persistence has earned her several accolades, the most prestigious being the Head of State Commendation she was awarded in 2009 in celebration of her outstanding performance on television. In the same year, she was nominated for the Best Actress in a Television Series award at the Kalasha Film & Television Awards. Vioja Mahakamani was also nominated for two awards: Best Comedy Programme and the Mfalme (Lifetime Achievement) Award. Wangui has also received a Best Comedian award from The Churchill Show. “Let me start by clarifying that I am not a judge or a magistrate, and neither am I a lawyer,” she says. In contrast to the no-nonsense persona she portrays on television, Wangui is cheerful and approachable. Now in her sixties, the lines on Wangui’s face are evidence of a long and fruitful life. Born second in a family of seven children, Wangui is one among four surviving siblings. When they were little, their parents moved the family from Murang’a to Nairobi long before Kenya’s independence in 1963. They moved into a single room in Kariokor, an estate which was initially built to shelter horses. Later, her father moved them to a bigger house in Ziwani where the family settled permanently. Wangui’s father, Kanogo Gichomo, owned several shops along Nairobi’s River Road. His business earned him enough to sustain his family and to provide basic education for his children. Her mother, Jane Nyambura, was also a businessperson who sold her wares in Kariokor market and also doubled up as an actress, earning extra money by appearing in local television advertisements. It was through her mother’s flourishing career that Wangui would discover her own actLet me start by clarifying that I am not a judge or a magistrate, and neither am I a lawyer - Lucy Wangui ing talent. “My mother laid the foundation for my acting career,” she says. “I used to see how she was in real life and how she acted on the television adverts,” she says, adding that she found it so fascinating that she wanted in. “That’s how I decided to become an actress, too.” However, her acting dream would remain just that until she completed her education. She attended Saint Brigid Primary School and then sat for her ‘O’ levels at the Shree Cutchi Gujarati Hindu Union School in Parklands. While in school, Wangui was an active participant in school drama activities. Her golden opportunity came knocking as she was attending Pansom’s Business College, which was situated along Biashara Street, pursuing a secretarial, copy typing and telephone operations course. The year was 1975 and a Producer at the State broadcaster KBC, known as the Voice of Kenya (VoK) in those days, was looking for actors for a new production. The show, Jamii ya Mzee Pembe (The Family of Mr Pembe), was a drama series about the daily lives of Mzee Pembe and his family. Wangui’s mother got wind of the opportunity and WORDS OF WISDOM told her daughter to give it a try. Behind her father’s back, Wangui went for the auditions and was chosen to play one of Mzee Pembe’s daughters. This was the defining moment of Wangui’s life. “As soon as I got my first acting role, I knew this was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life,” she says. Unfortunately, she met stiff opposition from her father. He was so against the idea that it created a huge rift between them. Like most fathers, he wanted his daughter to settle into a ‘sensible’ career. To steer her onto the right path, he got her a job at Elliott’s Kenya Limited, a breadbaking company. She worked there for two years, performing secretarial and administrative duties. “I hated it. I just didn’t fit into that job. I had the skills and the relevant training, but it’s not where I wanted to be,” she says. Wangui’s heart was in acting. So she decided to juggle both jobs, one as a secretary • Trust in God, depend on faithful friends and speak positive affirmations. • Take time and cultivate energy to accomplish what you want. • Choose the right friends. • Be patient, ignore what people think and be yourself. • Be quick to forgive, don’t hold grudges. • Read the Bible. • Read good books and articles. at Elliott’s and the other as an actress at VoK. This went on for a while until the fatigue and inconvenience of working two demanding jobs caught up with her. Eventually she had to make a decision between the two. She chose acting. “When I told my father that I had quit the secretarial job, he was furious. We had a major altercation, after which I left home to start life on my own,” she recalls. That was one of the most difficult times of her life, but her mother’s support kept her going. “My mother would tell me to ignore my father’s ranting and focus on building my career,” she says. Away from her father’s controlling influence, she embraced the performing arts and dedicated her time to developing her TV role and writing music. She realised quickly that recording music was too expensive, so she re-directed all her energy to acting. By this time, Vioja Mahakamani was already on air. As fate would have it, the actress playing the role of magistrate, the late Anne Wanjugu, was poached by an international production house. VoK offered Wangui the job. That was the beginning of Wangui’s decades-long vibrant journey as the judge on Vioja Mahakamani. It would also mark the turning point in her sour relationship with her father.

October 30, 2018 A PUBLICATION OF Government Advertising Agency Telposta Towers, Kenyatta Ave/ Koinange Street P.O Box 30025-00100, Nairobi Kenya NAIROBI-KENYA I Issue No. 0092 Telephone: (+254) 4920000 / 1 E-Mail: info@information.go.ke How one farmer has made his urban enterprise a huge success He earns well over Sh1 million gross in returns from his 37 cows, and comfortably pays his eight employees and takes home a handsome return. Stories like these are covered in an upcoming book on Agro-Innovation by the Kenya Yearook Editorial Board. Agro-Innovation Transforming agriculture toward sustainable development BY KYEB A s we drive on the dirt road off Kiminini shopping centre, in Trans Nzoia County, nothing prepares us for the urban farm and the animals we are about to see. We branch off through a small maize plantation and onto a narrower road passing by a mud-walled building before reaching an imposing gate. Nothing spectacular greets you as you enter the farm. However, as you walk further in, you start to understand what it is all about. It is a clean dairy farm with spectacular animals. This is Mr John Mburu’s farm. “Mr Mburu’s cows are really beautiful. Looking at them brings you peace. They are therapeutic,” says a visitor, Mr Paul Moiben. He has brought his wife to see the cows and to also get some training. “Mburu is such an inspiration. If we could get 10 more people like him, dairy farming would not be the same in this country,” says the farmercum-transporter. Located on one acre, Sprout Dairies Farm is one of a kind in this area and the country. There is hardly any odour or flies in the enclosure that houses 80 dairy cows, including calves and heifers; a home, training hall, and stores. The small dairy farm has a loose housing system with fine, dry sawdust mixed with cow manure. This is surprising because I have always thought that manure must be cleared out of the sleeping sheds. But the cows appear comfortable, clean and robust. The sawdust serves as a powerful sink for the nitrogen, a big source of odour. This bedding system, I get to learn, is one of the latest and is beginning to catch. It is known as compost bedded pack barns. The barns, which carry a couple of animals at a time, provide shelter from adverse weather, a comfortable lying area that allows them to sleep and turn as they wish, and access to the food and water in feed alleys and waterers. There are barns for in-calf, those in lactation, dry herd, and calves of different ages. The cows are mostly Ayrshires with brown and white coats and Holstein Fresians By feeding the cows on maize, I earn way more than I ever would from the crop. If I grew 50 acres of maize and harvested 25 bags per acre that would give me 1,250 bags. - John Mburu 900 with black and white. The farm produces an average of 900 litres of milk daily, with an average production of 25 litres per cow. A good number of the animals produce 35 litres, while others yield 40 litres and more. One cow produces 49 litres. According to Mr Mburu, none of the animals weighs less than 500 kilos. He earns well over Sh1 million gross in returns from his 37 cows, and comfortably pays his eight employees and takes home a handsome return. The workers are always up by 3am to do the first round of milking. The second is at 1pm and the last at 6pm daily. “A cow requires a balanced diet to be healthy and productive. It must get the right feeds that contain proteins, energy and vitamins,” he says. “I only use silage, dairy meal and vitamins, which include trace mineral.” Mr Mburu mixes his own feeds in servings that consist of silage from green maize and dairy meal made from grinding dried maize with all its components to provide energy. He gets proteins from cotton seed cake, soya and sunflower. For vitamins and minerals, the farmer provides his cows with lumps of salt to lick. “I feed the calves throughout,” says the farmer who hires 50 acres of land from farms nearby to grow 30 acres of maize, oats, Boma Rhodes grass and sunflower. Once he harvests the green maize, just LAYOUT, DESIGN AND EDITING OF MYGOV WEEKLY BY THE KENYA YEARBOOK EDITORIAL BOARD www.kenyayearbook.co.ke 0202715390 / 0711944538 NHIF Building , 4th Floor @Kenyayearbook Litres of milk that the farm produces daily, with an average production of 25 litres per cow. A good number of the animals produce 35 litres, while others yield 40 litres and more. when it is about ready for boiling or roasting, he crushes and uses it for silage. “We only add molasses to the crushed maize, then silage it,” he says, adding that the feed is ready after 21 days. Some of the maize is left to dry, cut and crushed into dairy meal. “Do not start your dairy business without having planned for the feed months ahead,” he advises. “By feeding the cows on maize, I earn way more than I ever would from the crop. If I grew 50 acres of maize and harvested 25 bags per acre that would give me 1,250 bags. If we sold these at Sh3,000 per bag, that would fetch Sh3.5 million gross. The cows produce 900 litres daily and I sell 800 litres at Sh40, which fetches about Sh32,000 daily. Do the math for the rest of the month,” the farmer challenges. Another aspect that determines the productivity and success of a dairy farm is genetics. A good breed will produce more milk and more returns. Can you trace the heritage of the cow, up to what point, and its characteristics? You must establish where you P.O. Box 34035-00100 Kenya Yearbook Editorial Board get your semen from. Mr Mburu buys sexed semen and has a storage tank in readiness for any animal coming on heat. “I had to buy a tank to store the semen, which I purchase directly from World Wide Sires. It is important to have that supply of semen because you don’t want a situation where your animal comes on heat and you can’t service it on time. The farmer also has a plan B, just in case insemination fails, an award-winning bull that is a product of one of his cows. Comfort and hygiene are also key influencers of productivity. Happy, healthy cows produce more highquality milk. Cows require a lot of time to rest and digest their food. They need to lie down. Blood circulation through the udder increases by up to 30 per cent. This is why Mr Mburu ensures that his cows are comfortable. The farmer ensures hygiene by spraying sheds and the animals twice a week, while the dampened sawdust is replaced and used as manure. Mr Mburu is a foresterturned-dairy farmer. info@kenyayearbook.go.ke

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