DEADLINE: 3RD APRIL, 2026
KANO INDEPENDENT RESEARCH CENTRE TRUST (KIRCT)
INVITATION TO PRE-QUALIFICATION FOR THE UPGRADING OF MICROBIOLOGY/MOLECULAR LABORATORY
INVERTER SYSTEM

(1) INTRODUCTION
The Kano Independent Research Centre Trust (KIRCT) is a biomedical and healthcare research institution established for the benefit of the people of Kano State and Nigeria. The Centre conducts research on communicable and non- communicable diseases of public health importance across Nigeria and Africa.

In line with its development programme, KIRCT hereby invites reputable, competent, and experienced contractors to submit pre-qualification documents for the upgrading of existing Microbiology/Molecular Laboratory Inverter System.

(2) PROJECT TITLE
Upgrading of Microbiology/Molecular Laboratory Inverter System from existing 60KVA 300KWH to 120KVA, 600KWH

(3) SCOPE OF WORKS

  • Provision of hybrid solar inverters, solar panels, storage batteries, charge controllers, switchgear, protection systems, and monitoring equipment
  • Integration with existing solar Inverter infrastructure
  • Required civil, structural, mechanical or electrical works (Battery Room Services, etc.)
  • Testing, commissioning, and performance verification
  • Training of technical personnel
  • Six (6) months operation & maintenance services
  • Submission of manuals and warranty documentation

(4) ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Interested contractors must submit the following:

(a) Company Legal & Statutory Documents

  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Evidence of tax compliance for the last three (3) current years
  • Relevant operational licenses and industry certifications
  • Sworn Affidavit from a High Court of the Federal Republic of Nigeria stating that:
  • No Director, shareholder, or staff of KIRCT has any interest in the bidding company
  • None of the company’s Directors has been convicted of fraud or financial impropriety
  • The company is not in receivership, insolvency, or bankruptcy

(b) Corporate Structure & Personnel

  • Organizational structure showing reporting lines and functional roles
  • Curriculum Vitae (CVS) of key technical personnel, including qualifications and experience

(c) Relevant Experience & Track Record

  • Evidence of at least three (3) similar projects completed within the last five (5) years, supported by:
  • Award Letters
  • Reference Letters
  • Completion Certificates
  • Verifiable experience with Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and solar PV inverter systems of comparable scale

(5) SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

  • Documents must be arranged strictly in the order listed above.
  • All submissions shall be in sealed envelopes clearly marked:

“PRE-QUALIFICATION-UPGRADING OF MICROBIOLOGY/ MOLECULAR LABORATORY INVERTER SYSTEM”

Submissions shall be addressed to:

The Executive Secretary,
Kano Independent Research Centre Trust (KIRCT)
KM 1 Kano-Dawaki Road
Along Kano-Zaria Expressway
Kano State, Nigeria

(6) DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION
All pre-qualification documents must be submittednot later than 12:00 Noon on 03 April, 2026.

(7) OPENING OF SUBMISSIONS
Opening of pre-qualification submissions shall take place:

Date: 03 April, 2026.
Time: 2:00 PM
Venue: KIRCT Conference Room

(8) IMPORTANT NOTICE

  • Only shortlisted contractors shall be invited for the tender stage.
  • KIRCT reserves the right to verify submitted information.
  • Submission of documents does not constitute a commitment to award any contract.
  • The Centre shall not be obliged to provide reasons for disqualification.

Signed:
David E. Odiwo (FCA)
Executive Secretary
Kano Independent Research Centre Trust

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