DEADLINE DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF EOI: MONDAY, 13TH JUNE, 2022
UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR PROJECT SERVICES (UNOPS)
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR THE SUPPLY OF LOCALLY MANUFACTURED LONG LASTING INSECTICIDE MOSQUITO NETS (LLINS) IN NIGERIA
REFERENCE NO: E01/2022/GDS/001
DESCRIPTION: REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR THE SUPPLY OF LOCALLY MANUFACTURED LONG LASTING INSECTICIDE MOSQUITO NETS (LLINS) IN NIGERIA UNSPSC
CODE: 49121508
POSTING DATE: 2ND JUNE, 2022
1. OBJECTIVES AND SCOPE
The Federal Republic of Nigeria (FRN) has obtained financing pertaining to elimination of Malaria in Nigeria and specific to Four (4) States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory, namely Bayelsa, Edo, Enugu, Kogi and the Federal Capital Territory. This project will support the achievement of the objectives of the National Malaria Strategic Plan (2021-2025) in Nigeria, which aims to reduce malaria burden to pre-elimination levels and bring malaria related mortality to zero. The FRN through the National Malaria Elimination Program has requested UNOPS to undertake the procurement of Long Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLIN), Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs). Anti-Malarial Drugs and other medical supplies for the implementation of this project. The requirement is to procure 14,110,120 units of locally manufactured LLINS (size: 190x180x150cm. Type: a mix of PBO and Pyrethroid-based nets – Deltamethrin) through a national competitive bidding process. The LLINS products should be manufactured in Nigeria and must have both NAFDAC and WHO certification (pre-qualification).
Objectives
The objective is to improve the delivery and uptake of malaria prevention and treatment activities in Eligible States to achieve at least 80% universal coverage of vector control, Seasonal Malaria Chemoprophylaxis (SMC) both at household or population levels and case management in the public sector of the Eligible States. It is anticipated that during the period of the Project implementation, the overall burden of malaria in the country will reduce from current figures of 27% to s 15%. With this Expression of Interest (EOI), UNOPS intends to gather information about the capability of manufacturers and Suppliers in Nigeria for the supply of 14,110,120 units of locally manufactured Long Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLINS), (size:190x180x150cm). Type: a mix of PBO and Pyrethroid-based nets – Deltamethrin)
2. EXPECTED PROCUREMENT COMPONENTS
UNOPS is opening this Expression of Interest (EOI) to all Manufacturers and Suppliers of LLINs registered in Nigeria The LLINs are expected to be produced and packaged in Nigeria and must have both NAFDAC and WHO Certification (pre-qualified). These nets are to be delivered within 12months period from date of contract signature Expected Output: A total of 14,110,120 units LLINS produced, packed and supplied at the manufacturer supplier’s warehouse (Ex-Works) within a period of 12 months after contract signature. The responses received under this EOI will be evaluated based on the criteria stated herein and the prospective bidders who pass those criteria will be shortlisted. Should UNOPS decide to move forward to the solicitation process, the shortlisted prospective bidders will be invited to respond to separate Invitation to Bid (ITB) at a later stage.
3. SPECIAL PROCUREMENT CONDITIONS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
UNOPS invites suppliers capable of manufacturing/Supplying the aforementioned LLINs to submit their expression of interest.
In order to be considered as a potential supplier interested vendors should submit their Expression of Interest including the following information/documents:
- Company registration by the Government of Nigeria or its agency
- Brief presentation of your company including Organizational Structure. Applicants are to attach a chart indicating the Applicant’s organizational structure. Such structure shall demonstrate the Applicants existing capacity (in-house) in terms of personnel resource
- Financial Situation:
i) Audited Financial Reports for the last three (3) years
ii) Average annual turnover for the last three (3) years within any one of the last five (5) years.
- Previous experience of supplying same or similar products for the past 5 years. (Bidders can show their experience in a table indicating item description, quantity, contract value, delivery date and Name of buyer).
- Letter of confirmation from the vendor indicating commitment to supply locally manufactured LLINs of the required specification (size:190x180x150cm). Type: a mix of PBO and Pyrethroid-based nets – Deltamethrin) with NAFDAC and WHO Certification (pre-qualified)
- Contact information (full name and address, telephone, e-mail address, website and contact person).
The Expression of Interest and accompanying documents must be received by UNOPS no later than Monday, 13th June, 2022 at 15:00 GMT on the address below:
Expressions of Interest can be sent by e-mail (max. 10 pages) to the contact person below. Please indicate Ref. No.: E01/2022/GDS/001 on all submissions.
NB: This call for Expression of Interest does not constitute a solicitation. UNOPS reserves the right to change or cancel the requirement at any time during the EOI and/or solicitation process. UNOPS also reserves the right to require compliance with additional conditions as and when issuing the final solicitation documents. Submitting a reply to a call for EOI does not automatically guarantee receipt of the solicitation documents when issued. Invitations to bid or requests for proposals and any subsequent purchase order or contract will be issued in accordance with the rules and procedures of UNOPS.
Kindly also note that during the solicitation process, shortlisted vendors will be required to submit their bids through the UNOPS e-tendering platform called e-Sourcing. Please visit our esourcing page(esourcing.unops.org)to acquaint yourselves with the system.
4. UNOPS CONTACT INFORMATION
Bidders can request clarification via the below email address and deadline for sending clarification by bidders will be on 10th June, 2022 at 17:00GMT.
E-mail:editha@unops.org and cc to isaacf@unops.org and amareg@unops.org
EOI Submission: All EOIs should be submitted to the following email address on Monday, 15th June, 2022 at 15:00 GMT.
E-mail:editha@unops.org and cc to isaacf@unops.org and amareg@unops.org
