DEADLINE: 6TH APRIL, 2021
LAGOS STATE GOVERNMENT
LAGOS STATE URBAN RENEWAL AGENCY
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR  PREPARATION OF SLUM IMPROVEMENT PLANS
OLD SECRETARIAT, OFF OBA AKINJOBI WAY, IKEJA

PREAMBLE
The Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu is committed to achieving the policy target or the Lagos state Development Plan (2012-2025) of 5% annual reduction of slums in the State, which is in tandem with the fourth pillar of the THEMES Agenda in making Lagos a-21st Century Economy.

Pursuant to this, Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency is desirous of preparing Slum Improvement Plans for selected blighted areas of the State as a prelude to immediate urban renewal interventions.

The Slum improvement Plans are to achieve the set objectives of the Lagos State Development Plan (2012-2025) and the THEMES Agenda, by stemming the vicious cycle of decay/blight and provide basis for sustainable urban renewal activities to engender improved living standards of the subject areas and facilitate a business attractive environment for a-21st Century Lagos. The selected blighted areas include:

1. Ikota in Eti-Osa Local Govt. Area
2. Olusosun in lkeja Local Govt. Area

Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency therefore invites qualified Consultants in the built environment that are registered with the Town Planners’ Registration Council of Nigeria (TOPREC) to bid for the projects. The successful Consultant(s) would be required to complete the Slum improvement Plan projects for each of the study areas within six (6) months.

SCOPE OF WORK
The successful Consultant(s) is/are required to fully deliver the plans taking into adequate consideration the detailed scope of work as listed as follows:
i. Acquisition of the most recent GIS map and aerial photographs; establish the base map for the preparation of cadastral map for the study area;
ii. Carry out comprehensive surveys of existing land use;
iii. Detailed appraisal of the existing infrastructure (1.e. roads, drainage, health, educational facilities, etc.) and make projection of needs for the next ten (10) years
iv. Conduct comprehensive surveys of existing housing stocks and building development patterns, land value and property rating with a view to determining the use, characteristics and intensity of development;
v. Examine the existing transportation elements and determine the future needs through detailed traffic studies and assessment;
vi. Identify existing centres of commercial activities and propose new ones;
vii. Compile an inventory of unique, religious, traditional historical and cultural monuments and scenic areas for the purpose of appropriate conservation/preservation;
vii. Carry out in-depth demographic and socio-economic survey of the study areas, taking into cognizance the existing situation and projected population growth over the next 10 (ten) years;
ix. Examine the appropriateness of the present location of informal sector activities within the study area and proffer appropriate recommendations;
x. Establish the database for vulnerable lands that are prone to natural shocks and stress and proffer solutions;
xi. Review the existing pattern of growth and development; and
xii. Prepare Action / Regeneration Plans and Reports otc.
 PRE-QUALIFICATION CONDITIONS
The Agency would consider qualified Consultant(s)with proven professional capabilities on such assignments and duly registered to practice in Nigeria. To apply, the Consultant(s)must show evidence of considerable experience and track records of good performance in Urban and Regional Planning practice and also submit and fulfill the following documentation and conditions:
i. A covering letter summarizing the details and contact address of the firm;
ii. Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) Certificate of Incorporation and the Article of Association;
iii. Detailed Company profile, Curriculum Vitae and Organizational structure With names and telephone numbers of the key personnel
iv. Evidence of up to date registration with the Lagos State Public Procurement Agency
v. Evidence of up to date registration with Town Planners’ Registration Council of Nigeria (TOPREC). Registration with the Association of Town Planning Consultants of Nigeria (ATOPCON) would be an added advantage.
vi. Most recent three (3) years Audited Financial Statement and latest management account Statement;
vii. The last 3 years (2018, 2019& 2020) Company Tax Clearance Certificate with a minimum Average Turnover;
viii. Copies of VAT Registration with TIN number and evidence of VAT
remittance for at least 3 years;
ix. Evidence of 3-year development levy for two directors;
x.Evidence of successful preparation and completion of similar project with a verifiable Letter of Contract Award and Certificate of Completion;

SUBMISSION OF DOCUMENT(S)
1. Expression of Interest (EOI) must be submitted in English language with one (1) original copy and three (3) other copies to be delivered in a sealed envelope clearly marked “EOI Preparation of Regeneration Plans for “lkota” and “Olusosun” to the address below not later than 12:00noon Tuesday, 6th April, 2021 i.e. three (3) weeks from the date of this publication.
The General Manager,
Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency
Old Secretariat,
off Oba Akinjobi Way, Ikeja.

2. The above should be accompanied with a N100,000:00 Bank Draft payable to Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency (LASURA).

3. It should be noted that the EO does not constitute a commitment on the part of the Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency or Lagos State Government to award the project to any Consultant expressing interest.

Shomade F. Ajibike
General Manager
Lagos State Urban Renewal Agency
Old Secretariat, off Oba Akinjobi Way, Ikeja, Lagos.
Tel: 08116790759
E-mail: lasura@lagosstate.gov.ng
www.lagosstateppa.gov.ng