Tender Description

Invitation to Tender

Baseline Survey For project - Systemic climate-change resilience for food, fodder and water security for vulnerable communities in Burao, Somaliland

 RFT ID:  340922

Bid Ref#: SOM1068/2023/068

Contracting Agency: Welthungerhilfe (WHH) – Somaliland Programme Office, Hargeisa.

Published date: 29.12.2023

Closing date: 13/01/2024 23:59:00 (EAT)

Type of Tender: National Open Tender Procedure

About Welthungerhilfe

Welthungerhilfe was established in 1962. It is today one of the largest private organizations

working in development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany. Non-profit-seeking,

non-partisan and non-denominational. Donations from the population at large fund our work

in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. In addition, Welthungerhilfe receives grants from the

Federal German Government, the European Union, USAID/OFDA, the United Nations and

many others worldwide recognized donors.

It has been implementing development projects in Somaliland since 2001. Multi-sectoral projects have been carried out in the Awdal, Marodijeh, Togdheer & Sanaag Regions for the past 22 years.

About the project

The project aims to contribute to increased systemic resilience to climate change and food crises in Somalia. Through dryland specific reforestation and afforestation and the strengthening of rangeland/agricultural land management practices, along with investments in income-generation activities and improving food, water and fodder security, the project aims to improve prevention of and preparedness for food crises in communities in vulnerable situations in Burao.

The project will apply an area-based approach that can be replicated to other areas of Somaliland. The project will implement flagship interventions in the sector of NRM, livelihoods, and sustainable water access to strengthen resilience and livelihoods in the fight against climate change and erosion of livelihoods in Somaliland.

Purpose/Objective

The objectives of this baseline consultancy are to create an extensive baseline dataset that reflects the current status of the project’s relevant parameters, outcomes, and indicators. This baseline survey will cover all project sectors, including humanitarian assistance, agriculture and environment, water, sanitation and hygiene, and economic development, in the targeted areas.

The specific objectives of the baseline study are the following:

• Evaluate the existing rangeland and agricultural management practices within the targeted communities.
• Assess the level of awareness and adoption of climate-smart agriculture and water management.
• Collect demographic information and the socioeconomic status of the communities to understand their resilience capacity.
• Engage the community in a participatory manner to understand their perspectives, priorities, and needs concerning climate resilience, food security, and water availability.
• Assess the level of community involvement and participation in current and previous initiatives related to climate resilience and food security.
• Establish benchmarks against which project progress and impact can be evaluated over time.
• Evaluate the existing approach to Prosopis management and utilization, focusing on regulatory compliance and implemented measures.
• Explore technological capabilities for high-quality Prosopis charcoal and fodder production, among other uses, by examining eco-friendly attributes.
• Assess the functionality of current markets for Prosopis charcoal, fodder,etc., aiming to understand utilization patterns and demands.
• Assess the overall financial and legal viability of Prosopis charcoal and fodder production in Burao, encompassing establishment costs, operational expenses, market demand, potential revenue streams, resource availability, and a thorough profitability analysis.
• Formulate recommendations regarding the feasibility – both practical and legal – of planned Prosopis charcoal production activities.
• Determine the baseline values for all outcome-level performance indicators and incorporate these findings into the project logframe, including the logframe as an annex.

Further information can be found in the ToR (Terms of Reference) provided in the link below

Important Dates:

Tender publication date: 28.12.2023

The deadline for submitting a Bid is: 13 January 2024 at 23:59 PM EAT.

The deadline for submission of inquiries/questions is 12.01.24: 04:00 PM EAT

1. Tender Overview

This is a Public invitation to express interest in the above-mentioned service provision.

The following documents constitute the tender dossier:

1. Tender invitation (this document)
2. Annexes:

1. Supplier Declaration (only for companies)

1. Terms and Conditions for International Procurement of Goods and Services

                            III.            Terms of Reference

2. Expertise of Evaluators

This survey would require a consultant able to work in the study area without limitations.

Expected Profile of the Lead Consultant

-          Educational background: a master's degree or higher in environmental studies, development studies, agriculture, or related fields; an understanding of climate change, environmental sciences, and sustainable land management practices is desired.

-          Professional experience: extensive experience in conducting participatory rural appraisals (PRA) and engaging with communities. Experience in Somaliland or similar regions is an added advantage.

-          Technical knowledge: expertise in climate change, ecology, and environmental sciences is crucial, especially in dryland environments. Knowledge of sustainable land management practices, gender dynamics, and the development of action plans within community-based projects is essential.

-          Analytical skills: Proficiency in data analysis, both quantitative and qualitative, is imperative. The consultant should have strong analytical skills and the ability to analyze complex data and information, identify trends, and draw conclusions.

-          Communication skills: The consultant should have excellent oral and written communication skills in English, with experience in producing high-quality reports and delivering presentations to diverse audiences.

3. Documents and information to be submitted

-          Brief introduction of the company/consultant (attach registration of the consultancy/firm)

-          Short profile, including CV, certificates of relevant fields,

-          Design of the proposal (Technical Proposal) in connection with ToR

-          Previous relevant experience (examples of projects and clients; reference contacts),

-          Financial offer (Financial Proposal) for conducting the assignment

-          Please complete the "Supplier Declaration" attachment.

-          Capacity statement to carry out and deliver the requested service,

-          Methodology for performing the services.

-          Work plan or timetable

4. Participation

This is an open tender. All qualified service providers are invited to participate.

5. Anti-terrorism Policy

The Contracting Authority renounces all forms of terrorism and will never knowingly support, tolerate or encourage terrorism or the activities of those who embrace terrorism or money laundering. Consistent with numerous United Nations Security Council resolutions, including S/RES/1269(1999), S/RES 1368(2001), and S/RES1373(2001) and the European Union, the Contracting Authority is firmly committed to the international fight against terrorism and, in particular, against the financing of terrorism. The Contracting Authority's policy ensures that none of its and its donor funds are used, directly or indirectly, to support individuals or entities associated with terrorism or money laundering. Therefore, the Contracting Authority will regularly match their suppliers and Service providers against the Sanctions lists. By submitting an offer, suppliers and service providers agree to this.

6. Tender Dossiers and Evaluation Criteria

Consultancy documents are uploaded in our E-tender Portal/Eu-supply as attachments, while the evaluation criteria and mandatory documents are explicitly stated in bidding documents. For you to apply please follow the below thread.

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