DEADLINE: 10TH DECEMBER, 2025
COUNCIL FOR THE REGULATION OF FREIGHT FORWARDING IN NIGERIA (CRFFN)
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR THE ENGAGEMENT OF CONSULTANTS AND INSURANCE SERVICE PROVIDER
1.0. INTRODUCTION
The Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN), was established by CRFFN Act NO 16 of 2007 and charged with the responsibility to regulate and control the Practice of Freight Forwarding activities in Nigeria, and to ensure compliance with global best practice. In line with the provisions of the Public Procurement Act, 2007, the Council hereby invites interested, competent, and reputable consultancy firms and Insurance service provider to submit Expression of Interest (EOI) for the provision of the following consultancy services under its 2025 budget.
LOTS AND DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE
- CAPACITY BUILDING FOR FREIGHT FORWARDERS
Lot 1: Capacity Building for Freight Forwarders North-West (Kano State) South- South (Port-Harcourt) and South West (Lagos State) - HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FOR REVENUE GENERATION ENHANCEMENT
Lot 1: Human Capital Development for revenue Generation Enhancement (Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Kano State) - TRANSPORTATION RISK MANAGEMENT
Lot 1: Engagement of an Insurance Service Provider for the provision of comprehensive Insurance Cover for the Council’s Fleets
2.0. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Interested consultants are required to submit the following documents, which shall be used as criteria for technical evaluation:
1. Evidence of Certificate of Incorporation with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), including CAC Forms 7 & 2 or CAC 1.1 valid till December, 2025;
2. Evidence of Firm’s Tax Clearance Certificate for the last three (3) years valid still December, 2025;
3. Evidence of Pension Clearance Certificate valid as at the date of submission (in compliance with Section 16(6)(d) of the PPA 2007) valid till December, 2025;
4. Evidence of Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Compliance Certificate valid till December, 2025;
5. Evidence of Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) Compliance Certificate valid till December, 2025;
6. Evidence of Registration on the National Database of Federal Contractors, Consultants and Service Providers by submission of the Interim Registration Report (IRR) or valid Certificate Issued by the BPP valid till December, 2025;
7. Company’s Profile, including a list of key professionals, their qualifications (attach CVs), and evidence of registration with relevant professional bodies;
8. Verifiable documentary evidence of at least three (3) similar consultancy services executed in the last five (5) years, including letters of award, job completion certificates, and reference letters;
9. Evidence of financial capability to execute the project, including reference letter from a reputable bank.
10. Audited Accounts of the Firm for the last three (3) years (2022, 2023, 2024);
11. Statement of Account for the Last three (3) years (2022, 2023, 2024);
12. Sworn Affidavit disclosing:
- That the company is not in receivership, insolvent or bankrupt;
- That none of the company’s directors has been convicted in any court for any criminal offence involving fraud or financial impropriety;
- That all documents submitted are true and correct in all particulars;
- That the company is not debarred from participating in public procurement in Nigeria.
Additional Requirements for Transportation Risk Management (Insurance Service Provider)
In addition to the above general requirements, firms applying for Transportation Risk Management must also submit:
- Evidence of Registration with the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM)
- Evidence of Membership of the Nigeria Council of registered Insurance Broker (NCRIB)
- Evidence of valid Professional Indemnity Cover for the firm/company
- Evidence of Financial Reporting Council to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and
- Proof of relevant experience in providing Insurance cover for Government Agencies or Corporate Organisations
3.0. TENDER ADMINISTRATION FEE:
Interested firms/company are required to pay a non- refundable tender fee of Fifty Thousand Naira (N50,000) per Lot, Evidence of payment must be submitted along with the Proposal.
Payment should be made through REMITA (www.remita.net)
4.0. SUBMISSION OF EOI DOCUMENTS:
Interested firms are to submit one (1) original and two (2) copies of their Expression of Interest documents in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
CAPACITY BUILDING FOR FREIGHT FORWARDERS
- Lot 1: Capacity Building for Freight Forwarders North-West (Kano State) South- South (Port-Harcourt) and South West (Lagos State)
HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FOR REVENUE GENERATION ENHANCEMENT
- Lot 1: Human Capital Development for revenue Generation Enhancement (Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Kano State).
TRANSPORTATION RISK MANAGEMENT
- Lot 1: Engagement of an Insurance Service Provider for the provision of comprehensive Insurance Cover for the Council’s Fleets
The envelope should be addressed and delivered to:
The Acting Head of Procurement,
Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN)
Address: No.1 Joseph Harden CRFFN Headquarters Marina, Lagos
The EOI documents for the LOTS are to be dropped in the Bid Box at the Procurement Unit, 2nd Floor, Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN), No. 1 Joseph Harden CRFFN Headquarters Marina, Lagos not later than 12:00 noon, Monday, 10th of December, 2025.
5.0. OPENING OF EOI DOCUMENTS:
The EOI submissions will be opened immediately after the deadline for submission in the presence of representatives of firms, observers, interested member of public and relevant stakeholders at 3rd Floor (NPA Conference Hall) No. 1 Joseph Harden CRFFN Headquarters Marina, Lagos.
6.0. ENQUIRY:
All enquiries should be directed in writing to:
The Acting Head of Procurement
Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN)
No.1 Joseph Harden CRFFN Headquarters Marina, Lagos
Further clarifications can be sought between 9:00 am – 2:00 pm from the Procurement Unit at the Council’s Head Office or call Telephone Number 09010055552 or via email: crffnprocurementunit@gmail.com
7.0. GENERAL INFORMATION
- EOI submissions must be in English Language and signed by an official authorized by the firm.
- Only shortlisted firms will be invited at a later date for the Request for Proposals (RfP).
- CRFFN reserves the right to verify all claims and documents submitted.
- This advertisement shall not be construed as a commitment on the part of CRFFN to appoint any consultant nor shall it entitle any consultant to claim any indemnity from the Council.
- Late submissions shall be rejected.
Signed:
Management
Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN)
