DEADLINE:9TH FEBRUARY, 2024
GLOBAL ALLIANCE FOR IMPROVED NUTRITION (GAIN)
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFPs) CONSULTANCY ON NATIONAL SCANNING OF POTENTIAL PREMIX SUPPLIERS IN NIGERIA FOR THE GAIN GLOBAL PREMIX FACILITY
As part of the selection process, GAIN reserves the right to request clarifications regarding bids that substantially qualify. Questions in the technical review are at GAIN’s discretion and will only be directed to bidders who have submitted substantially responsive bids.
The final award is subject to other terms and conditions included in this solicitation, as well as the successful final negotiation of all applicable terms and conditions related to the awarded contract.
ASSIGNMENT BACKGROUND
Fortification of staple foods with essential micronutrients is a public health priority in Nigeria, addressing widespread nutrient deficiencies. The sustainability and efficacy of this initiative significantly depends on the quality and capacity of local premix suppliers. The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN) has
established the GAIN Premix Facility that requires a consistent, reliable, and quality supply of premixes to facilitate its global nutritional interventions. Identifying potential new suppliers for national and regional supply and enhancing their capacity is integral to ensuring a robust and quality-assured supply chain. Aligning these suppliers with the GAIN Global Premix Facility further enhances the robustness of any fortification program.
SCOPE OF WORK
i. National Scanning: A comprehensive scanning of all premix blenders/suppliers in-country to identify and select potential premix blenders/producers to be supported and assess their capability and readiness to become pre-qualified suppliers on the GAIN Global Premix Facility.
ii. Pre-qualification of Suppliers: Support the selected suppliers/blenders towards meeting the prequalification requirements of the GAIN Global Premix Facility. This may include financial vetting, capacity assessment, legal checks, etc.
iii. Supplier Quality Assurance: Develop and implement a robust quality assurance process/system for local suppliers, ensuring premix quality compliance from raw material procurement to final product delivery and ensuring suppliers meet the GAIN Global Premix Facility’s quality standards. This will involve providing guidance on setting up a quality control system, establishing quality assurance guidelines, and monitoring adherence
iv. Capacity Building: Conduct capacity-building activities to enhance the ability of the suppliers/blenders to meet and exceed GAIN standards. This may involve training on best manufacturing practices, quality control, logistics, etc.
v. Stakeholder Engagement: Encourage and propose ways of establishing synergy and mutual understanding between suppliers, government bodies, and NGOs in food fortification.
vi. Sustainability Strategy: Formulate a comprehensive sustainability plan to maintain the established quality assurance system, capacity-building initiatives, and provide continuous support for suppliers towards GAIN pre-qualification.
