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The Sh9,500 recovered from the machines was surrendered as revenue to the government. Reach us at: www.mygov.go.ke 0722 320 111 0722 327 773 ads@mygov.go.ke ads@mygov.go.ke Kenya’s tourism industry is clearly on the rebound. Its future looks bright. Cabinet Secretary Mr Najib Balala and his Principal Secretary, Mr Joe Okudo give information and insights into what Kenyans should know and expect from that ministry. PAGE 6 800,000,000 Amount the 33,000 beneficiaries in Makueni County registered in the four programmes are expected to receive next year Kenya spearheads Africa financial crimes training Tax evasion, money laundering, bribery and corruption have been cited as major obstacles for developing countries to mobilise domestic resources to finance development in a sustainable way. 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Kizaro describes the experience as too dehumanizing and a historical injustice that deserves reparation adding that their chief known as Mwangojilo who tried to resist against them British was killed in cold blood. “The soldiers had accused residents of providing information to the Germans despite the fact that residents could not even differentiate between the two groups of white soldiers,” Kizaro says. History has it that the pun1 Victim, 114, was among hundreds banished to concentration and labour camps as far away as Malindi by the British Army during the war period BY FATUMA JUMEAH KNA- WUNDANYI A s Kenya prepares to commemorate 100 years since the end of World War I in 1918, Saturday November 3, 2018 will remain etched in the minds of Wakasighau community in Voi sub county of Taita-Taveta for a long period to come. This is the day they interred the remains of a fellow clansman who was among those banished to concentration and labour camps as far away as Malindi by the British Army during the war period (1914 to 1917) into her final resting place in Bungule village. The victim, Alice Wali Mkoba who died at the ripe age of 114 years earlier in the week, had been forcefully evicted together with others from their beloved homes for what the British termed as betrayal which caused the colonial army to suffer heavy casualties after being ambushed by the Germans who had occupied Tanganyika. Her kinsmen from the villages of Rukanga, Jora, Kiteghe, Bungule and Makwasinyi where this sub-ethnic tribe of Taita reside came in their numbers to pay their last respects to the war survivor. Speaker after speaker poured their hearts out describing how she was their only remaining reminder of the untold sufferings at the hands of colonialists – the British who evicted them from their land and moved them to Pangani and Magarini in Kilifi district where they lived in appalling conditions. After Year when the war started , and the first shot that signified its spread to the region was fired at the Taveta District Commissioner’s office on August 15 of the same year. 2 1. The courier corps marching towards Taveta. Africans were the ‘feet and hands of the army’ as they served as the carriers in the conflict between two European colonisers. 2. Duncan Mwanyumba, a lawyer based in Voi addressing mourners during the burial of Alice Walia, the last of the wakasighau people who were deported to Malindi by the British during the first world war over suspicions of betraying Britons who were killed by the German troops. years of suffering in Malindi concentration camps, Wali and her community were later transported back for resettlement in Mwatate and thereafter in 1936 back to Kasighau where they still are smarting from the effects of the war without anything good to write home about. Nearly 100 years after the end of hostilities in 1918, the horrors of the war are still part of local folklore. Commemoration for this important event are set take place between November 23 to 25, 2018. The war started in 1914 and the first shot that signified its spread to the region was fired at the Taveta District Commissioner’s office on AuThis was one of the worst moments in my community’s history. They walked on foot from Kasigau to Maungu town without food and water. From there they were loaded onto a train to Mombasa and thereafter into a waiting ship to Malindi - Dishan Kizaro gust 15 of the same year. Confirming this sad incident Willy Mwadilo who is the General Manager of Savora Hotels noted that the community was forcefully removed from their farms by the British and taken to Malindi after they were accused of colluding with the Germans in the war. He said the community is still demanding compensation for the damage and injuries it suffered during the war. “We want the two countries whose armies were involved in pitched battles in the area with devastating consequences, to compensate the Kasigau community or fund community projects to transform their lives,” said Mwadilo. He said such an initiative will offer them some relief considering they suffered horrifying effects of the war. “If the British government paid out the Mau Mau war veterans for fighting for independence, why not compensate the innocent locals who now live like squatters on their own ancestral land who were caught in the cross fire of the war between the two countries?”, Mwadilo posed. This year’s event is expected to promote battlefield tourism as it will attract many visitors. But what the world may not know is that the locals suffered a lot in the war that involved foreign protagonists said Dishan Kizaro. “This was one of the worst moments in my community’s history. They walked on foot from Kasigau to Maungu town without food and water. From 1914 ishment was meted out after a native by the name Mzoghora went to harvest honey in the forest where he encountered a group of German soldiers who demanded to know the whereabouts of their rival British army. Unfortunately the little information this man gave to the Germans was the genesis of historical injustices to his people for instance under-development in areas like education, health and the like. The area member of the county assembly Ibrahim Juma has also joined other leaders in demanding for compensation from both the Germans and British saying that because of their action, the locals continue to suffer as they live in abject poverty let alone owning land titles. “Our community has suffered deprivation following forced eviction from our ancestral land by the British. We are still behind in development compared to other communities in the region who did not suffer as much as we did,” Juma said. Meanwhile, a Voi based lawyer Duncan Mwanyumba has vowed to sue the two European governments to claim compensation for the people of Kasighau. Mwanyumba who also addressed the mourners wondered why these people cannot be treated the same way the Mau Mau veterans were. “Our people must and will be paid for the suffering which was not their own making,” said the lawyer. “For 22 years they were away from home, resulting in disintegration as some of the wakasighau are settled in Dalunyi and Maramba locations in Tanga, Tanzania. It is hope against hope for these people that the death of Wali who has left behind 73 grandchildren, 250 great-grand-children and 59 great-great grandchildren would bring good tidings. ׉ 7cassandra://WiPlZBssaGVkq32R3lqL8i0dHI-fePT3uWZUs7_0-NI,`[g@X׉E#November 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 3 Ministry plants 10,000 trees in dam catchment The Ministry of Defence has so far planted 25 million trees since the inception of the ‘’Environmental Soldier Programme’’ in 2003 BY BOGITA ONGERI T he Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) planted 10,000 trees at Ragia Forest in Kiambu County in an effort to conserve one of the crucial water catchment areas of Kenya. The exercise is part of the KDF ‘’Environmental Soldier Programme’’ whose mission is to make practical contribution to national efforts aimed at mitigating environmental degradation. Sasumwa Dam is one of the major water reservoirs that provide potable water to Nairobi residents and it is estimated that about 25 per cent of water supplied to the city comes from this strategic dam. Defence Cabinet Secretary Amb. Raychelle Omamo presided over the event where the ministry’s staff, residents of Ragia in Lari Sub County and officials from the Kenya Forest Service participated in tree planting exercise. Amb. Omamo said it is incumbent upon Kenyans to recognise the central role that environmental protection plays towards achievement of the Big Four Development Agenda, adding that Kenya’s dreams and aspirations could better be achieved in a clean and healthy environment. The Cabinet Secretary noted that many people have witnessed the recent drying up of rivers and the receding water levels in our dams and water reservoirs saying this was a warning to every citizen of the need to tame climate change. She reiterated her ministry’s commitment to the acceleration of environmental conservation adding that the ministry will continue to partner with other stakeholders in a bid to meet the 10 per cent forest cover as recommended by the United Nations, and in compliance with the presidential directive for all ministries to commit resources towards restoration of Kenya’s tree cover. The Ministry of Defence has so far planted 25 million trees since the inception of the ‘’Environmental Soldier Programme’’ in 2003, which aims at ensuring Kenya’s “Total National Defence.’’ Speaking during the occasion, the General Officer Commanding Eastern Command Major General Ayub Matiiri observed that climate change and its attendant negative social and economic impacts is one of the main causes of conflicts. Maj. Gen Matiiri said KDF has adopted a paradigm shift to its security architecture by incorporating a focus on nontraditional threats such as environmental degradation. He further said that environmental conservation requires the collective resolve and resilience of all Kenyans to recover what has been wiped out through human actions and the devastating effects of climate change. Water association signs benchmark deal with Ethiopia WASPA has already signed a pact with the Ethiopian Urban Water and Sanitation Utilities Federation aimed at enhancing knowledge sharing BY BERNARD MUNYAO KNA- MURANG’A W ater Services Providers Association (WASPA) has moved to sign pacts with regional organisations in an effort to benchmark on best structures towards improving service provision. The association, which has more than 80 member water companies, has already signed a pact with the Ethiopian Urban Water and Sanitation Utilities Federation aimed at enhancing knowledge sharing between the two nations and to address water related conflicts along the border. An official of WASPA Peter Gichaga noted the collaboration would go a long way in helping their member companies to have well-structured exchange programmes between the two bodies so as to benchmark best ways on provision of water services. “We want our members to deliver best services and we want to benchmark with the best in the market as we are geared to deliver standard ser60% Percentage of water connection in the country, hence more resources are needed to extend water connection especially to areas which received less rainfall. nities living at the border of Kenya and Ethiopia thus reducing conflicts over natural resources. He downplayed confrontations which have been witnessed in some counties between water companies and devolved governments saying the teething challenges would be solved amicably. Gichaga said despite water being devolved, there were rules and guidelines which needed to be followed so as to ensure effective manner of providing water to people. Newly elected chairman of WASPA Daniel Ng’ang’a on his part observed that they would reach out to water providers from other neighbouring countries to partner and learn better structures in enhancing water provision. Ng’ang’a said currently, water connection in the country stood at 60 percent hence more resources were needed to extend water connection especially to areas which received less rainfall. The chairman who is also managing director of Murang’a Water and Sanitation Company (MUWASCO) said WASPA would continue to advocate for good governance service provision in the country. He noted that WASPA was vices in water and sanitation,” said Gichaga during the association’s general meeting held in Murang’a. Gichaga, who is also managing director of Nyeri Water and Sanitation Company, said the pact would help in provision of water among commuin charge of water connections and support from stakeholders would help in acceleration of achievement in providing residents with clean water. “Good corporate governance and adherence to the water sector guidelines will be essential in achieving sustainable development and universal access to water and sanitation in Kenya,” he added. THE PRESIDENCY KENYA INVESTMENT AUTHORITY TENDER NOTICE Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) invites sealed tenders from eligible candidates for the following: Tender no. Tender description KENINVEST/ OP/01/ 2018:189 Request for Proposal for Supply And Implementation of Kenya Investment Authority One Stop Center Case Management System Closing Date 04/12/2018 (1100Hrs) Target group Open to all Tender security Kshs. 100,000 The documents can also be viewed and downloaded from the website www.invest.go.ke or http://supplier.treasury.go.ke free of charge. Bidders who download the tender document from the website MUST forward their particulars immediately to procurement@investmentkenya.com for records and any further tender clarifications and addenda. The completed Tenders in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked with Tender No. and Tender reference name shall be addressed to: Managing Director Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) P.O. Box 55704-00200 NAIROBI, KENYA and deposited in the Tender box at KenInvest Office, located at UAP- Old Mutual Tower 15th Floor, Upper hill Road, so as to be received on or before dates specified above. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the bidders’ or their representatives who choose to attend at KenInvest Board Room on UAP- Old Mutual Tower 15th Floor, Upper hill Road. Late Tenders will not be accepted Manager, Procurement The Ministry of lands and physical planning invited tenders from eligible bidders which appeared in people daily newspaper on 13th November, 2018 .The IFMIS tender number was correctly captured in the Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning website (www.ardhi.go.ke) and in the IFMIS portal (supplier.treasury.go.ke) but there was an error in the advertisement. Interested bidders are requested to note that the correct IFMIS number for tender for supply and delivery of parcel files is 696903-20182019 and not 696121-2018-2019. All other terms and conditions apply as advertised. PRINCIPAL SECRETARY MINISTRY OF LANDS AND PHYSICAL PLANNING TENDER NOTICE -ADDENDUM MINISTRY OF LANDS AND PHYSICAL PLANNING REPUBLIC OF KENYA REPUBLIC OF KENYA MINISTRY OF INTERIOR & CO-ORDINATION OF NATIONAL GOVERNMENT NATIONAL REGISTRATION BUREAU VOI TENDER NOTICE Interested bidders are invited in the purchase of the below motor vehicle by way of open tender NO TENDER NO. 1 DESCRIPTION TT/VOI/27/20182019 MOTOR VEHICLE LANDROVER DEFENDER 110 CLOSING DATE 4-12-2018 The vehicle can be viewed at Deputy County Commissioners Voi parking lot. Tender documents may be obtained in person or on written request from the Voi Sub County Supply Chain Management Office during normal working hours on payment of a refundable fee of Ksh.5,000 (Five Thousand only) per set of document paid to KCB Account 1145210074 for item 4 .Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked the Tender number should be deposited in the Tender Box situated at the main entrance of the Deputy County Commissioners offices or be addressed to:Deputy County Registar (P) National Registration Bureau P.O. Box 1-80300 VOI So as to reach them on or before the dates indicated above. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the bidders or their representatives who may choose to attend. HEAD: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT SERVICES VOI SUB-COUNTY TAITA/TAVETA COUNTY. ׉ 7cassandra://-fEL7Y_twNP6GKDXzKCUyxR8_gfH2akoy3xgl3242Dg1]`[g@Xہ[g@Xځ בCטE݁u׉׉ 7cassandra://GaNnJaqUTV7kF52aSibHwor9vgOKup_ll4b-sYzEMJI `׉ 7cassandra://extYAHH3Q2rDZNHZUVCau_5JjyKI1BSt0XjhVqf0ztA͗`p׉ 7cassandra://E9JmzsKxJ9bANMTG2kEb-f17AtpYEGIBCBm7z974atA,`׉ 7cassandra://qTTFm6h4l3sFjY1lgAkAr-QfIZC5viEW53eW_d6_PUofBn͠T[v@Y טEE݁u׉׉ 7cassandra://GYQSUKE2imJpSpvpr2j_H6ZDBsUH7qZfY0ow-qot6gkX`׉ 7cassandra://4p5OYd4O683kGj77lvEREnwEJG825eSDgZ7R-01P94Q͏|`p׉ 7cassandra://kNX7DwiYeyDNGs3Uc6BNbr6XknA6DkO43m6Wt4wY44o*`׉ 7cassandra://wrJiyyr12MwSIBu7nbDTyrZdqxE1NfZ_6VoLEzuHp5c͠T[w@Y נ[w@Y&9ׁHhttp://go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[w@YMw\ 9ׁHmailto:info@ppra.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[w@Yḧ 9ׁHhttp://www.tenders.go.ke.Thׁ ׁ Јנ[w@YZZ 9ׁHhttp://www.ppoa.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[w@YW 9ׁHhttp://www.ppoa.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[w@Y } 9ׁHmailto:complaints@ppoa.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[w@Y[ 9ׁHmailto:info@ppoa.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[w@YX 9ׁHhttp://www.must.ac.keׁ ׁ Јנ[w@Ypxu 9ׁHhttp://www.mygov.go.keׁ ׁ Ј׉E'4 | NEWSFOCUS November 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Kenya spearheads Africa financial crime training Training of 24 staff from different government agencies in Kenya and agencies of other countries in Africa conducted in Nairobi BY BOAZ KIPNGENOH H eadlines of highly sophisticated economic crimes ranging from tax evasion, secret offshore financial dealings and other forms of illicit financial flows are the norm across international and local media. Over 13.4 million leaked documents dubbed Paradise papers and another 11.5 million documents (Panama Papers) are examples of the shady offshore deals. The reports uncovered individuals and multinational corporations hiding assets in what is referred to as ‘artificial structures’. Tax evasion, money laundering, bribery and corruption have been cited as the major obstacles for developing countries to mobilise domestic resources to finance development in a sustainable way. A company may legitimately move offshore for the purpose of tax avoidance or to enjoy relaxed regulations. Offshore financial institutions can also be used for illicit purposes such as money laundering and tax evasion. US economist Gabriel Zucman told press in April 2016 that 8% of the world’s wealth – a vast $7.6tn (Sh760 tn) – was stashed in tax havens. Zucman had estimated the loss in global tax revenues at $200bn (Sh20tn) per year. That included $35bn (Sh3.5tn) in the US and $78bn (Sh7.8tn) in Europe. Losses due to illicit financial flows in Africa are estimated to be over US $50 billion per year, according to 2015 Mbeki report. Reportedly, when one country offers tailored tax deals to multinationals and another keeps the wealth of corrupt elites out of sight in its coffers, they steal the revenue of other nations. Globally, money laundering is used to finance terrorism and curbing this vice requires multiagency approach. However, global cooperation to fight tax evasion and avoidance has grown rapidly over the past few years. Apart from capacity building of financial crimes investigators, according to Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), tax transparency and exchange of Information between tax authorities on financial assets and activities of their taxpayers abroad has proved to be a valuable tool in this fight. The commencement of the training of 24 staff from different government agencies in Kenya and agencies of other countries in Africa last Monday in Nairobi brings the number of trained financial crimes investigators to at least 80 in the last 15 months. The training seeks to equip participants with key modern skills required to ensure successful asset recovery. This includes the ability to trace transactions through complex financial arrangements and use of sophisticated techniques to identify links between suspects and illicit financial activities and the assets acquired from these activities. The eight-days training programme on Asset Recovery: Freezing and Seizing Assets which ends tomorrow at the Kenya School of Monetary Studies in Nairobi, is the 3rd training to be held under the auspices of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Africa Academy for Tax and Financial Crime Investigation. OECD has trained over 250 investigators since it was started in 2013 in Oslo, Italy. OECD has partnered with the Kenya Revenue AuthorRecovering the proceeds of crime, be that tax crime, money laundering, bribery and corruption or any other form of criminally has to be a central theme to any investigation - Mr. John Osborn ity (KRA) to host the trainings which held the first pilot programme in June 2017. The pilot programme is in line with capacity building framework approved by the East Africa Revenue Authority Commissioners of Tax Investigations (EARACTI). Other partners in the programme are the Federal Ministry for Economic Co-operation and Development of the Federal Republic of Germany, the German Corporation for International Cooperation (GIZ) and Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance. Kenyan delegates were drawn from various agencies led by KRA, Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Ministry of Interior and National Coordination, National Intelligence Service, Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), Assets and Recovery Agency, Financial Reporting Centre and Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). Capacity building framework, according to the EARACTI, entails training of investigators in the region and the curriculum comprises of intelligence gathering, investigation techniques, and financial and economic crime investigations. The training is run in modular format, which will also include international taxation and transfer pricing, tax fraud in specialised sectors such as extractive (mining) industry telecommunications as well as betting and lottery. At the regional level, the network of tax investigators within east Africa is progressing well in forging cross border cooperation, thereby making it harder for tax evaders to find solace within East African Community States. Speaking during the commencement on-going training at the KSMS, the OECD representative Mr. John Osborn said the course on Asset Recover Speciality Course was developed as a result of comments made by participants on the OECD Foundation and Intermediate course where the need for specific awareness was raised to build capability to recover assets from criminals who have abused the system. Mr. Osborn said assets recovery is not just criminal sanctions but also asset denial using civic powers. “Career criminals have in the past viewed a custodial sentence as an occupational hazard. Whilst in prison they were safe in the knowledge their illicit gains would be available to them on their release from prison or indeed be available to family members to enjoy during their incarceration. Recovering the proceeds of crime, be that tax crime, money laundering, bribery and corruption or any other form of criminally has to be a central theme to any investigation. All governments now want to see the return of the money stolen from them,” added Mr. Osborn. The vision of the OECD Africa Academy for Tax and Financial Crimes Investigations and which is in line with the G20 Africa Focus and the G7 Bari Declaration, according to the OECD official, is to provide demand-driven training addressing the specific needs of African countries and building on Africa-wide experiences and best practices in tackling illicit flows. The trainings are facilitated by an international faculty of senior and experienced tax and other financial crime investigators drawn from various countries. In the recent training facilitators came from the United Kingdom, Italy, Germany and Portugal. According to KRA Commissioner of Intelligence and Investigation Mr. James Mburu, the participants are experts in tax and financial crime investigators, prosecutors, financial analysts, and judicial officers. The course, he said, will also enable investigators to have an increased awareness of current risks and trends in asset recovery including conviction based and non-conviction based confiscation, prosecution challenges and best practices among other skills. “The course is an important platform to provide a good understanding of the significance of effective cooperation among the agencies and countries represented in combating tax and financial crimes,” Mr. Mburu said. As part of its strategy to enhance capacity to address tax and other ecoPercentage of the world’s wealth – a vast $7.6tn (Sh760 tn) – that is stashed in tax havens. The estimated loss in global tax revenues is $200bn (Sh20tn) per year 8% nomic crimes investigations, KRA highly considered capacity building effort and creation of a fully-fledged and broad based intelligence management function whose mandate include the creation of robust frameworks to collect, process and monitor the use of intelligence information. Effective intelligence collection is a key factor in achieving successful interdiction of tax crimes. This has seen KRA prosecute 508 cases related to tax evasion and recovered 10.7 billion from 2016/17 FY to date. The function will have a broad based mandate covering intelligence collection on tax evasion, cybercrime threats, and corruption amongst our staff in addition to scoping other risks that may impact institutional ability to deliver our mandate. Unlike before when KRA depended on volunteers to supply intelligence, it has embarked on a programme to actively source intelligence to support tax enforcement. This entails investment in conventional intelligence collection resources including people and technology to undertake conventional surveillance operations and penetrate tax evasion cartels. Prioritised use of technology in the fight against tax crime is based on conviction that string detection capacity helps significantly in reducing the incidence of tax crime. Tax digitisation programme will greatly help interdict tax crimes by significantly enhancing the risks of detection. The taxman recruited intelligence collection personnel to strengthen investigation capacity through the professionalization of our investigation teams in addition to continued collaboration with other national and international agencies involved in similar crime interdiction programmes for purpose of capacity building and information sharing. Previously, most of KRA’s investigators came from tax audit backgrounds and were therefore in essence tax auditors. Since 2005, however, KRA determined that tax crime investigations demanded skills of a nature different from what tax auditors required. The recruitment targeted staff with right backgrounds both in crime investigation and tax administration. The programme is a broad based covering all aspects of operations from domestic tax to Customs where a full array of solutions covering cargo declaration, cargo inspection and scanning and the tracking of transit cargo. All these initiatives are reinforced by focused implementation of training programmes geared towards re-orienting staff towards risk based, evidence based enforcement interventions. ׉ 7cassandra://E9JmzsKxJ9bANMTG2kEb-f17AtpYEGIBCBm7z974atA,`[g@X׉ENovember 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 5 NATIONAL GOVERNMENT CONSTITUENCIES DEVELOPMENT FUND WEBUYE WEST NG CDF VACANCIES Manani RC Primary School invites bids from interested and eligible bidders/firms for construction of 6 No. classrooms (storied block). A complete set of Tender documents may be obtained from the school office upon payment of non-refundable fee of Kshs. One thousand (1000/=) either in bankers cheque or cash payable to school office during normal working hours. The details of the tender are as follows:S/No. Tender No. 1. MPS/001/2018-2019 Description Proposed erection and completion of 6 No. classrooms (Storied block) Target group open Interested tenderers who meet the following mandatory requirements supported by certified copies of requisite documents as submission will be considered. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Provide Certificate of Registration/Incorporation Certificate Provide valid National Construction Authority (NCA) Certificate Category 3 and above Provide Valid Tax Compliance Certificate Must provide BID BOND OF 2%of the bid price which must remain valid for 120 days after expiry of tender validity period inform of Bank Guarantee from a reputable Bank or Insurance Provide PIN/VAT Registration Certificate Valid Single Business Permit Dully filled form of Tender Dully filled Confidential Business Questionnaire Certified copy of CR12 Copies of IDs for directors as per CR12 In addition, interested bidders must show proof of the following: - a) b) c) Audited accounts for the last 3 years d) e) Copy of receipt for BQ purchase In addition to evaluation criteria in the BQ Completed set of Tender Documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked with respective Tender Number, description, serialized and bearing the name and addressed to: THE HEAD TEACHER MANANI RC. PRIMARY SCHOOL P.O BOX 45- 50225 MUKHE Should be deposited in School Tender Box on or before 3rd December, 2018 10.00am. Tenders will be opened on 3rd December 2018 from 10.30am in the presence of tenderers and or their representatives who choose to attend. MUST is ISO 9001:2015 Certified Bank accounts in the name of the Company (Attach six months’ current bank statements) Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) is a state owned University established by the Government of Kenya under the Universities Act 2012. The University is located in Meru County, along the Meru-Maua road. MUST aspires to be a World Class University of Excellence in Science and Technology. The mission of the University is to provide Quality University Education, Training and Research in Science, Technology and Innovation. MUST wishes to recruit qualified and dedicated staff to fill the following vacant positions: S/No. POSITION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 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Completed proposals with all pages serialized shall be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes, marked with the relevant Tender Number and Name and should be deposited in the Tender Box provided at PPRA Office on the 10th floor, National Bank Building, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi and addressed to: The Director-General, Public Procurement Regulatory Authority, P. O. Box 58535 – 00200, NAIROBI So as to be received on or before Wednesday, 5th December, 2018 at 11.00 a.m. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the tenderers’ representatives who choose to attend the opening at the Board Room on the 10th floor, National Bank Building, Harambee Avenue. DIRECTOR GENERAL In order to facilitate timely consultations and have adequate time for consideration, the proposals should be forwarded in writing to the undersigned or through the email [budget2019@treasury. go.ke] not later than 15th January, 2019. Please note that the consultations and consideration of the proposals will be on a continuous basis starting from the date of this Notice. DR. KAMAU THUGGE, CBS PRINCIPAL SECRETARY/ NATIONAL TREASURY In this regard, the proposals submitted should be on measures that will support the realization of the “Big Four” priorities in addition to enhancing macroeconomic stability. The proposals should therefore target to support manufacturing sector through value addition, enhance food security and nutrition to Kenyans as well as provide Universal Health Coverage and affordable housing to all Kenyans. Further, the proposals may include measures on regulatory reforms, revenue administration reforms and any other measures that may spur economic growth. The submissions should be specific on the proposed policy or change to the law, supported by a statement on the issue to be addressed and the justification. PUBLIC NOTICE THE FISCAL BUDGET FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR 2019/2020 In accordance with Article 201(a) of the Constitution which requires openness, accountability and public participation in financial matters, the National Treasury hereby invites institutions, the private sector, non-governmental organizations and individuals to submit proposals on economic policy measures including taxation proposals that the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Planning could consider in preparing the National Fiscal Budget for the Financial Year 2019/2020. It is important to note that the Government has commenced the implementation of the priorities under the “Big Four” Plan aimed at accelerating industrialization and transforming the lives of all Kenyans. 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Ngari Gituku, the outgoing director of the Government Advertising Agency (GAA) reached out to the Tourism and wildlife Cabinet Secretary Mr Najob Balala and his Principal Secretary, Mr Joe Okudo for information and insights into what Kenyans should know and expect from that ministry. Below is what CS Balala had to say while on the facing page is PS Okudo’s perspective CABINET SECRETARY HON. NAJIB BALALA What strategies have you developed to spur growth? My Ministry has developed the National Tourism Blueprint (NTB) 2030 to provide guidance for accelerating the development of the tourism sector. Its strategic objective is to enhance our visitors’ experience, as well as prolonging their stay in the country, as the current traveler is keen on more experiences and options for choice. The key highlights of the National Tourism Blueprint 2030 are five. Firstly a change of approach in marketing to our source markets, whereby we are moving from the marketing approach to the sales approach, so as to increase the number of visitors. Second, we are shifting to the Digital Strategy targeting different segments of tourism. Third is product development – we are challenging the private, who own the tourist establishments, to play their rightful role by improving our tourist products to world-class standards. Fourth, we are also empowering the counties through Tourism Regionals Councils based at the counties and finally is the diversification into new experience for our visitors by developing niche products These are premised on the four strategies of What is your brief assessment of the tourism sector this year? It is less than two months to the end of 2018 and Kenya hopes to record about 15% growth in total arrivals into the country. For the last nine months, the total international arrivals by air and sea closed at 777,791, up from 723,174 the same period in 2017, indicating a growth of 7.6%. Arrivals through Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) recorded for the period closed at 682,446, up from 655,569, translating to growth of 4.1%. Moi International Airport Mombasa (MIAM) recorded arrivals for the period at 84,286, up from 57,588, which is a growth of 46%. Cruise ship arrivals recorded in the period were 1,671 compared to 906 in 2017, a growth of 84.4%. In terms of purpose of travel, holiday/leisure remains the major reason for travel into Kenya during the period, taking a share of 74.8% of the total arrivals. In absolute numbers, holiday arrivals increased by 25% to record 581,993 compared to 468,407 in 2017. In the period, the US was in the first position with 95,234 arrivals, contributing 12.2% of the market share. It is followed by the UK with 82,509, contributing 10.6%. Uganda comes in 3rd with 56,727 arrivals, contributing 7.3%. China is 4th with 47,972 arrivals, which translates to 6.2%. India closes the top 5 source markets with 40,573 arrivals, which is 5.2% of the total arrivals in 2018. NTB: Product, Infrastructure, Investment and Marketing. Since our tourism sector is mostly naturebased, we have also developed the National Wildlife Strategy 2030, which outlines a transformative vision for Kenyans’ active participation and equitable benefit-sharing. It is underpinned by four pillars: Resilient ecosystems; Engagement by all Kenyans; Evidence-based decision-making; Sustainability and governance. They focus on protection of wildlife and ecosystem services for the benefit of all Kenyans. Wildlife management is now back under Tourism? What next? Wildlife is the biggest tourism product, which makes Kenya unique with the big 5, thus giving us a competitive edge. Tourism will be sensitive to the environment, as there will be more co-ordination of wildlife and tourism issues. In addition, we will ensure better packaging of the wildlife product, since we will now get real time feedback on any complaint or issue raised by visitors in the parks. We shall endeavour to open up the dormant parks and re-positioning of premium parks, improve park infrastructure and enhance observation of ecological. There are unique products associated with our stunning wildlife and its habitat, including the culture of communities living with wildlife. Conservation tourism will drive business across Kenya and contribute to livelihoods, as communities will turn wildlife into their local asset. There now will exist opportunities for volunteer tourism to educate key markets on conservation, with focus on sustainable tourism. How is your ministry supporting the Big Four? The Ministry of Tourism & Wildlife has put together two transformative agendas - National Tourism Blueprint (NTB) 2030 & National Wildlife Strategy (NWS) 2030 - to provide strategic direction to ensure that wildlife conservation is central in Kenya’s planning framework and that tourism is re-engineered to contribute to national development. The Government recognizes the importance of these two sectors, due to their multiplier efINDUSTRY FACTBOX 777,791 Total number of international arrivals by air and sea for the last nine months, up from 723,174 the same period in 2017, indicating a growth of 7.6%. 1,671 Cruise ship arrivals recorded in the period, compared to 906 in 2017, a growth of 84.4%. fect in the economy, i.e., job creation, as well as growth in the primary and secondary sectors of the economy. It is estimated that tourism accounts for 11% of our GDP and about 12% of all employment in the country, of which 70% is wildlife-based. In fact, conservation substantially contributes to the President’s Big 4 Action Plan by directly creating job opportunities for our people by establishing community conservancies within their localities, not to mention the associated hospitality establishments employing locals. Tourism clearly supports and aids the realisation of the Big 4 Agenda by acting as an enabler to Food Security, Affordable Housing for all, Affordable Healthcare for all and supporting Manufacturing sector through backward and forward linkages, by providing ready market for manufactured goods. The success of our tourism industry and wildlife conservation is critical to our national economy as the increasing revenues realized, and the value of nature’s services will have a multiplier outcome towards the Big 4 Agenda – Food Security, Affordable Housing, Manufacturing and Affordable Healthcare for All. Where, in your view, is the confluence between tourism & wildlife and the Blue Economy? First, what is a blue economy? This is the sustainable use of and conservation of oceans, seas, lakes, rivers and other water resources. A sustainable blue economy seeks to promote economic growth, responsible production and consumption, social inclusion, and the preservation or improvement of livelihoods, while at the same time ensuring environmental sustainability of the ocean and coastal areas, through the circular economy. At its core, it refers to the decoupling of socioeconomic development through ocean-related sectors and activities from environmental and ecosystems degradation. Kenya must be part and parcel, and in the forefront of developing its blue economy by ׉ 7cassandra://QEXz8xm0sS_WfbKYGYHWYfIydlM2zAihfYLKGvZWOxE*@`[g@X׉E'November 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Verbatim NEWSFOCUS | 7 year for Kenya’s tourism sector offers along with the commuter train services that have enhanced ease and affordable travel for Kenyans mostly travelling from Nairobi. We are inviting Kenyans to be on the look out and take advantage of affordable packages for their families and friends. Kenyans must feel and enjoy tourism in their own country. Constant flow of information on domestic tourism potential, products and offers has changed consumer attitudes and travel behavior, as Kenyan residents are now more aware of the benefits of taking regular breaks away from home. The tourism sector is banking on increasing demand for travel by Kenyans, especially the middle class and groups. According to Ipsos Synovate, over 10 million Kenyans are in middle-class status with their spending power ranging from shillings 24,000 to 120,000 shillings per month. Further, over 1.2 million Kenyans are potential air travelers, adding to the potential of domestic travelling across the country. The increasing number of flights to popular tourism destinations across the country is a testimony to the fact that the domestic traveler, more than before, is an important customer and has contributed to our current tourism performance. The government is keen on identifying viable areas and priorities of harnessing domestic tourism, which is crucial in cushioning the sector during low season by foreign travelers. My message to the counties is that there is taking care of and developing its ocean, lakes, rivers, rivulets in a sustainable manner. These present a platform with immense potential for inclusive economic development. Coastal tourism is the largest market segment in the world economy, comprising 5 % of the global GDP and about 7% of global employment. However, marine and coastal tourism has brought with it increased greenhouse gas emissions, pollution and marine debris. Marine debris, plastic materials and micro-plastics threaten the integrity of marine food chains. Documented dead marine zones now number over 405 covering an area of over 240,000km2. Mitigation and adaptation must be enhanced to provide increased support for emergency preparedness and disaster response, as well as early warning systems, observations and coastal planning and management. Marine-based tourism like sports fishing, dinner cruises; businesses and activities related to ports; port operations and relevant industries; Shipping and logistics and commercial maritime support services can be very beneficial to our economy and people’s livelihoods, if well-planned and implemented properly. One example of a coastal city blue economy opportunity is its sandy beaches. These beaches offer economic opportunities to all income levels as they attract numerous tourism-related activities, such as leisure accommodation and water sports. Coastal cities have significant historical and cultural importance. They play a crucial role in harnessing the potential of the blue economy and improving the living standards of coastal communities. Under both the National Tourism Blueprint (NTB) 2030 & National Wildlife Strategy (NWS) 2030, the Ministry has prioritised the fixing, refreshing and revamping of our key tourism products, i.e. the African Safari and beach destinations – which directly depend on any developments in the blue economy. Once these are rejuvenated, they shall enable tourism to be a top economic pillar for our country. Domestic tourism has been rising for four years How exactly are you encouraging domestic tourism in Kenya? Current statistics indicates that a total of 3.6 million bed nights were taken up by domestic tourism segment in 2016 compared to 3.1 million in 2015, a 14.6% growth. This represents 57% of all bed nights that totaled to 6.3 million. The performance of domestic tourism has been on the rise for the past four years. Last year, the domestic bed nights’ figure closed at 3.67 million bed nights compared to 3.64 million in 2016/17. This growth is attributed to aggressive marketing initiatives towards building interest for travel within. Through partnerships with the industry, affordable travel packages are being developed for the Kenyan traveler ahead of December holidays. Most accommodation facilities ahead of the December holidays are packaging their TOURISM PRINCIPAL SECRETARY JOE OKUDO need to invest in sustainable infrastructure in the counties to drive tourist activity to the regions. This Ministry - through KTB - is actively working with all 47 counties to empower them on how to package, position and sell their tourism products as export-ready products, in order to enable them to attract visitors that will experience the products as top experiences that are at a world-class standard. We are implementing this as part of the Tourism Product Development Strategy outlined in the National Tourism Blueprint (NTB) 2030. A good example is the Lake Region where KTB is working with counties to reposition the region’s diverse tourism products as top and world class experiences. This region has signature tourism products that include Nature and Wildlife (Impala Sanctuary, Lake Victoria, Kakamega Forest, Ruma National Park), Culture & Heritage (Kit Mikayi, former U.S President Barack Obama’s ancestral home, the Crying Stone, Soapstone carvings in Tabaka, Pottery, Museums – Nabongo Kingdom, Thimlich Ohinga), Beaches (Rusinga Island, Takawiri), Water sports (Sailing, Fishing, Cruises), Festivals and Events ( Bull Fighting & other Cultural events, sports and entertainment), as well as Agro-tourism (Tea and sugarcane plantations). Work is already ongoing to identify tourism products in the region that either have previously not been showcased, as well as those that require to be transformed into top travel experiences. Development of cruise ship tourism on Lake Victoria has been earmarked as one of the flagship projects in this area. This region is well-positioned to attract more tourist numbers in the short-term. Numerous top international hotel brands are queueing to set up in Nairobi. What is behind the interest? Nairobi is rated among top destinations on the rise in the world. Year after year, the city has been rated as one of the top cities to visit in the world, as it is a regional hub that connects the region with so many other parts of the world. It controls the country’s economy, with spend from the over 4 million resident population, thus suitable for varied investment opportunities. Nairobi city, for example, is fast-emerging as a base camp for large multinationals moving into Africa, embassies and NGO’s. It also, thanks to its convenient location, serves as an access point to other African countries for business travellers. With business tourism and economic activity in Nairobi intensifying, the hospitality sector has grappled somewhat to meet the burgeoning demand for accommodation, as well as meeting and conferencing facilities in the city. The setting up of these international brands in Nairobi has enhanced capacity for MICE, thus increasing Kenya’s chances for more conferences and events. We are planning to effect more experiences for short-term visitors, by allowing transit visas overnight and maximize use of these new hotels. Early this year, global travel website, TripAdvisor has rated Nairobi as one of the top ten destinations on the rise. Nairobi has been rated the third best destination on the rise in the world this year. According to the latest TripAdvisor’s top 10 award winners for 2018, Ishigaki Island in Japan was voted the top destination on the rise globally, while Kapaa in Hawaii was ranked second. Nairobi was voted third best destination on the rise by millions of travellers for being the safari capital of Africa, and as an energetic modern city that serves as a fascinating introduction to both wildlife and nightlife. The US travel website described Nairobi as a destination where “music clubs pulse with life, shops and markets bustle, and a mélange of restaurants will tempt your palate in this former Maasai watering hole”. According to TripAdvisor, top sights in Nairobi include the Karen Blixen Museum, Giraffe Centre and the black rhinos at Nairobi National Park. TripAdvisor recommends holidaymakers to visit Nairobi, saying the city centre is safe to walk in and taxis make other areas accessible. The top 10 list of destinations on the rise in 2018 was chosen by millions of travellers from across the world. Visits by renowned global celebrities and personalities have also bolstered Nairobi’s image and stature as a global destination. The most recent visits to Kenya by global celebrities and personalities from the U.S. include that of the U.S First Lady, Melania Trump, former U.S. President Barack Obama and TV host Ellen Degeneres. Where is Kenya on the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) map? Kenya and more specifically Nairobi is highlyprofiled as a destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE). We are optimistic that this sector will continue growing, considering the high number of events which have been held and expected to take place in Kenya, including the just concluded SKAL World Congress that brought together over 500 delegates from across the globe and the up-coming Blue Economy Summit, which will be held in November (26th – 28th) and is expected to attract between 5000- 6000 delegates. The number of international high-profile conferences the country bids for and successfully hosts year-in year-out is what adds to the vibrancy of this segment. Nairobi city is a key player on MICE business. The World Travel Awards (WTA) - the Oscars of the travel industry - ranks Nairobi as Africa’s Leading Meetings and Conference Destination. Its centrality and vitality in the number of international events it has been hosting, the ease of access and being projected as an East African business hub have made Nairobi businessfriendly. Indeed, Nairobi is among the world’s top 10 destinations on the move. 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Kimaiyo MGH,CBS. t gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the 11th Graduation Ceremony of the KNH School of Nursing. This occasion is a milestone in the history of Kenyatta National Hospital due to its pivotal role in the provision of education and training of health professionals. There is no doubt that the role of nurses is key to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).This will also contribute towards the realization of our vision 2030 social pillar and the Big Four Agenda. The specialties trained in KNH school of Nursing include; Peri-Operative, Critical Care, Nephrology, Accident & Emergency and Neonatal Nursing. There is growing recognition and demand for nurses trained in specialized areas. The school has trained nurses from Namibia, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia and Rwanda. Currently, most of the students are from County referral hospitals being trained to operationalize the government equipment project for specialized units especially dialysis centers and critical care units. The graduands are privileged to graduate from the training hub in this region. The nurses’ role in the provision of healthcare delivery is essential in the realization of comprehensive patient care. I therefore charge the graduands to be good ambassadors of KNH as an institution and endeavor to build the trust of government services to the public. I sincerely congratulate the graduating class of 2018 and wish them God’s blessing in their endeavor as caregivers in the health sector wherever called to serve. Congratulations and May God bless you abundantly. Asanteni sana. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL O ne of Kenyatta National Hospital’s mandate, is to train medical personnel and therefore KNH School of Nursing is a major driver in fulfilling this mandate. The Hospital has taken up the responsibility of training specialized nurses as part of its key roles of facilitating training and research within the national health agenda. To realize our vision of being a patient-centered specialized hospital, training of nurses is important as nursing is the backbone of healthcare provision. Dr Thomas Mutie-CEO Since inception in 1996, the school has progressively expanded its specialized nursing courses from two to five; and the students’ population has greatly increased. The school is currently offering specialized nursing training in five areas; critical care nursing,peri-operative,nephrology, accident & emergency and neonatal nursing .Specialized nursing training has strengthened healthcare at the County level.It has benefited the Kenyan population in both public and private healthcare facilities, the East and Central African region and beyond. As a national teaching and referral hospital, KNH is tasked with building capacity for the nation by empowering medical professionals. This in turn impacts on having a healthier population as envisioned in Kenya’s vision 2030 and the Big Four Agenda of Universal Health care (UHC). KNH management is committed to continue supporting the school of Nursing in expansion of specialized Nursing training. Plans are underway to introduce oncology nursing training.This will go a long in addressing the rising number of cancer patients seeking treatment at KNH. To the granduands, congratulations on your achievement coming thus far. I wish you the best as you step out to serve the world. We encourage you to utilize the skills and the values that you have acquired in your training. Nursing is a noble profession that involves touching people through care giving. It is your time now to go out and make A positive impact to the society. Congratulations once again and may God bless. DEPUTY DIRECTOR NURSING SERVICES O ne of Kenyatta National Hospitals’ mandate is to facilitate training. Nursing being the backbone of healthcare; the training of specialty nurses at KNH school of Nursing has greatly helped in building capacity and has created an impact on having a healthier population as envisioned in Kenya’s vision 2030 Our graduates are in public, private and the Diaspora. It is worth noting that as a result of training in our school, Kenyatta National Hospital has been able to decongest the specialized units especially Renal unit. Patients who could have been referred to Kenyatta Hospital are now being attended to in the county hospitals by the graduates from our school. Cresencia Ngatti excellence and others in the region. It’s our expectation that those graduating this year will put in practice the knowledge and skills acquired during their training as they attend to the clients under their care. We wish to welcome the graduands into the field of specialized nursing and urge them to aspire to grow beyond this training and take the nursing profession to a higher level. Congratulations to all the graduands of 2017-2018. Specialized nursing has been embraced world over and as a hospital we are supporting this endeavour by expanding our training in specialty nursing. We have planned to introduce oncology nursing in our 5 year strategic plan which will go a long way in complementing our oncology centre for PRINCIPAL KNH SCHOOL OF NURSING I am delighted to welcome you all to Kenyatta National Hospital School of Nursing 11th graduation ceremony. It is a day we congregate to share the joy of success with our graduands for their achievement in attaining this great milestone in their career as specialty professional nurses. Since its foundation in l996, Kenyatta National Hospital School of Nursing has established itself as an institution of distinction in training specialty nurses. The school has made major strides in terms of building capacity for specialized health care in the region and beyond. Jane chore We are committed to expanding our programs and continue training specialty nurses of high caliber to accelerate Universal Health Care (UHC) in the society through specialized nursing not only in Kenya but beyond the borders as well. I am particularly elated to note that three of our graduands this year are from Zambia. The training in specialty nursing will go a long way in fulfilling of our healthcare goals as envisaged in the vision 2030 and the ‘Big four’ development agenda. As a school we are confident that our graduands will bridge the gap in healthcare with competencies achieved in their specific areas of training and make a difference in the society. I take this opportunity to congratulate all the graduands for this year for their good conduct and exemplary performance. Congratulations 11TH GRADUATION CEREMONY 2018 The Board of Management Kenyatta National Hospital informs all graduants who qualified for the award of Higher Diploma in the various Specialized Nursing courses during the end of academic year 2017/2018 that the 11th Graduation Ceremony will be held on Thursday 29th November, 2018 at Kenyatta National Hospital Administration Block Grounds starting from 9.00a.m. Graduands should report to the KNH School of Nursing by 7.30 a.m. for their processional marching. CLEARANCE OF FEES All graduants will be required to clear with the Finance Department before they can be issued with the graduation gowns. The gowns should be collected before 26th November, 2018. GRADUATION FEE AND GOWN A non-refundable graduation fee of Kshs.2,500/= is payable to: Account Name : Kenyatta National Hospital – Revenue A/C Bank : National Bank of Kenya Account No. : 01003058005200 Branch: Hospital Branch The deposit slip must bear the graduand’s name and admission number. OR Receipts for Mpesa service are issued at the Main Cash point, Administration Block. REHEARSAL All graduands will be required to attend a rehearsal on Wednesday 28th Graduation grounds. Tel.: 2726300\2726450\2726550 Ext.43670/43272 November, 2018 from 11.00a.m at the P.O. Box 20723-00202 KNH www.knh.or.ke Email: knh_schoolofnursing@knh.or.ke ISO 9001: 2008 CERTIFIED “A world Class School of Nursing in Provision of Innovative Specialized Nursing Education” ׉ 7cassandra://T-LVDCx8467XnD8jgk-XmrgJxjvVUinXGHeBDkaQvQU$C`[g@X׉EENovember 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 9 P O Box 103 – 40404, RONGO KENYA INVITATION TO TENDER 1. The Rural Electrification Authority Invites Tenders from Interested Companies to Tender for the following Materials as indicated below: Rfx No. Item Description 1000000134 Upgrading of Eldas Diesel Power Station 1000000135 Upgrading of Takaba Diesel Power Station 1000000139 Upgrading of Lokitang Diesel Power Station 1000000140 Upgrading of Lokori Diesel Power Station 1000000141 Upgrading of Maikona Diesel Power Station 2. 3. Pre-Bid Dates Closing & Opening Date 30.11.2018 11.12.2018 30.11.2018 13.12.2018 30.11.2018 14.12.2018 30.11.2018 17.12.2018 30.11.2018 18.12.2018 OPEN OPEN OPEN OPEN OPEN Tender documents detailing the requirements may be viewed at REA E- Procurement Web Portal found on the REA website ( www.rea.co.ke) beginning on 21st November, 2018. Bidders who intend to bid and have dealt with REA in the past are advised to send filled and Scanned SAP Vendor Details Update/Modification Form available in our website to registration@rea.co.ke Bidders who have never dealt with REA in the past are advised to register their companies via a link available on the REA website. 4. Completed Tenders are to be saved as PDF documents marked with the Tender Number and Description and submitted through the REA E-Procurement Web Portal found on the REA website (www.rea.co.ke) so as to be received on or before the dates in the schedule above. 5. 6. Tenders will be opened electronically promptly thereafter in the presence of the Tenderer’s or their representatives who choose to attend in REA Procurement Office at Kawi House, Ground Floor. There will be a Mandatory bidder Training meeting/Pre-Bid Meeting to be held on the 30th November 2018 starting at 10:00a.m where bidders interested to bid for these tenders will be trained on the use of the Online Bidding Processes. Bidders must come with a laptop and own Internet. 7. 8. Bidders who require any form of assistance on the online bidding or clarification from our office should do so strictly between 23rd and 30th November, 2018. Bidders shall download the Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting Form from the website, fill it and stamp it before the meeting. It is Mandatory that this Form is signed by authorized REA officials moderating during the pre-bid meeting. 9. The Venue of the pre-bid meeting shall be at REA offices, Kawi House Block C, South C - Behind Boma Hotel CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER RURAL ELECTRIFICATION AUTHORITY Category OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR, ACADEMIC & STUDENT AFFAIRS Email:dvc-academic@rongovarsity.ac.ke GRADUATION CEREMONY FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2018 Rongo University wishes to inform all students who qualified for conferment of various Degrees, and award of Diplomas and Certificates in the 2017/2018 academic year and members of the public, that the Graduation Ceremony will be held on Friday, 14th December, 2018 starting 8:00 am at Rongo University grounds, Kitere. 1. Confirmation of Names (a) All prospective graduands are requested to check for correctness of both the spelling and order of their names in the graduation list from the Admissions Office by Wednesday, 28th will have their certificates corrected at their cost if errors are detected later. (b) Candidates whose names are not on the list should personally find out their status from the Schools, in which they were registered not later than Wednesday, 28th November, 2018. 2. Confirmation of Fees Balances and Graduation charges (a) All prospective graduands are required to personally check their fee status with Finance Department. (b) Prospective graduands with outstanding fees must pay all the balances before 28th (c) Graduation and Alumni fees, as in the table below, shall be paid by all graduands not later than 7th 3. Rehearsal November, 2018. December, 2018. (d) All fees must be paid into the Rongo University KCB bank account Number 1130114511, Rongo Branch. All Graduands must attend the rehearsals at the Graduation Square on Thursday, 13th hour dressed in full graduation attire. 4. Graduation The Graduation Attire may be collected from the respective Deans Offices from Monday 3rd December to Thursday, 13th December 2018 during office hours. Only graduands in full graduation attire will be allowed entry into the Graduation Square. The Graduation Attire should be returned not later than Friday 11th be charged. Table 1: Rongo University 2018 mandatory graduation charges for various categories of graduands S/N AWARD OF 1 2 3 4 5 DOCTORAL MASTERS BACHELORS DIPLOMA CERTIFICATE 5. Invitation Cards On the rehearsal day each graduand will be issued with two (2) invitation cards for their guests. Admission to graduation square will only be for guests having invitation cards. DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR, ACADEMIC AND STUDENT AFFAIRS GRADUATION FEE Kshs. 6,000 Kshs. 5,000 Kshs. 4,500 Kshs. 3,500 Kshs. 2,500 ALUMNI FEE Kshs.1,000 Kshs. 1,000 Kshs. 1,000 Kshs. 1,000 Kshs. 1,000 TOTAL Kshs. 7,000 Kshs. 6,000 Kshs. 5,500 Kshs. 4,500 Kshs. 3,500 January, 2019, after which a penalty of Kshs. 500 per day will December 2018 at 10:00 am by the stated November, 2018. Those who fail to verify the information NOTICE TO ALL UNIVERSITY LOAN BENEFICIARIES Notice is hereby given to ALL UNIVERSITY GRADUANDS who have fully repaid their loans and have not collected their clearance certi�icates to do so within 14 days from the date of this notice. We have further uploaded a list of graduands on our website www.helb.co.ke/loanees-portal whom we request to get in touch with HELB for this purpose. It is a moral obligation for HELB loan bene�iciaries to repay their loans to help another needy Kenyan pursuing higher education to realize his/her dreams. To this end, you are requested to furnish the Board with the necessary information to facilitate compliance and clearance certi�icates. For ef�icient communication and service delivery please provide your name as used in the university; National ID number, University registration Number, email addresses and mobile telephone numbers on www.helb.co.ke/loanees-portal. For further information contact us on 0711052000, Email: contactcentre@helb.co.ke, Twitter & Facebook: @HELBpage or visit the following Huduma Centres: 1. Nairobi GPO 2. Nakuru 3. Mombasa 4. Narok 5. Kisii 6. Migori 7. Kisumu 8. Kakamega 9. Bungoma 10. Kitale 11. Eldoret 12. Kapsabet 13. Kericho 14. Thika 15. Meru 16. Embu 17. Nyeri 18. Murang’a 19. Chuka 20. Kili�i 21. Turkana 22. Garissa 23. Machakos 24. Kitui 25. Taita Taveta You may also use HELB Certi�icate Checker on *642# to con�irm validity of any HELB Compliance or Clearance Certi�icate at your convenience! 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In the Water Act, 2016, the mandate of the Fund is to provide conditional and unconditional grants to the Counties and to assist in financing the development of and management of water services in the rural and urban marginalised and underserved areas. Under the European Union-11th European Development Fund, WSTF received funding to implement the Climate Proofed Infrastructure Programme (EU-CPIRA). This programme is a National and County government partnership, contributing towards the Common Framework on Ending Drought Emergencies in Kenya. The following positions at WSTF are being re-advertised: • • Senior Programme Officer – EU CPIRA Programme Accountant – EU CPIRA Please visit http://waterfund.go.ke/vacancies to view the full job descriptions detailing the key responsibilities and essential requirements as well as the instructions on how to apply. Interested and suitably qualified candidates must meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution 2010. Candidates who meet the requirements should submit their applications to the address on the website before close of business 4th December 2018 Note: Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted and canvassing will result to automatic disqualification. Water Sector Trust Fund is an equal opportunity employer. Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. (The Fund is rated position seven as per PSC evaluation on Values and Principles 2017 in SAGAS category country wide.) COMMODITIES FUND NOTIFICATION ON COMPLETION OF REGISTRATION OF SUPPLIERS FOR THE FINANCIAL YEARS 2018/2019 & 2019/ 2020 Notice is hereby given that Commodities Fund has finalized the evaluation exercise to register suppliers for the financial years: 2018/2019 - 2019/2020. A list of the successful applicants has been posted on the Fund’s website: https://www.comfund.co.ke/tenders/prequalified-suppliers/ A copy of the same list is available at the Fund’s National Office on the 2nd floor, Kenya Railways Headquarters, along Workshop Road, off Haile Selassie Avenue, Nairobi. Applicants whose names do not appear in the list should consider their applications unsuccessful. Kindly note that, due to the large number of applications received, we are unable to write to each applicant. This notice and the above mentioned list on our website and at our office shall therefore serve as our formal notification on this matter. The Managing Trustee Commodities Fund P. O. Box 52714 - 00200 NAIROBI OPEN TENDERS The ICT Authority invites bids from eligible candidates for the tenders listed below: TENDER NO. VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a State Corporation established under the Energy Act 2006 and is responsible for Economic and Technical Regulation of Electric Power, Renewable Energy and Downstream Petroleum energy sub-sectors. The Commission is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified, experienced, result-oriented and highly motivated Kenyan citizens to fill the following vacant positions: Director, Petroleum and Gas – (Job Grade ERC 2) Reporting to the Director General/Chief Executive Officer the successful candidate will be responsible for providing strategic leadership in planning, development, implementation and execution of structures for the regulation of the mid and downstream petroleum sub sector in Kenya. This entails research and planning, formulation and continuous review of sub-sector regulations, compliance & enforcement of sub-sector regulations and continuous stakeholder engagements. Deputy Director, Electricity – (Job Grade ERC 3) Reporting to the Director, Electricity & Renewable Energy the successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction to ERC’s Electricity, Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency functions comprising research and planning, development of standards and regulations, and guidance on technical matters within electric power, renewable energy and energy efficiency sub sectors in the country. How to apply Interested candidates who meet the stated requirements can submit applications attaching a signed application letter, copies of education and professional certificates, a detailed CV giving details of telephone contact, email address, names and contacts of three (3) professional referees not later than 5.00pm 4th December 2018. Applications clearly indicating job applied for should be sent to: Email: recruitment112018@erc.go.ke For more details about the job position, please visit www.erc.go.ke ERC values diversity therefore youth, female candidates, Persons with Disability (PWD) and marginalized are strongly encouraged to apply. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED Together We Succeed ISO 9001:2015 DETAILS ICTA/RFP/01/2018-2019 CONSULTANCY SERVICES TO UNDERTAKE DEVELOPMENT OF AN E-WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY FOR THE GOVERNMENT ICTA/02/2018-2019 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE OF ACTIVE NETWORK EQUIPMENT IMPORTANT DATES Bid issuing date: Tuesday 20th November 2018 Closing/Opening of Bids: Friday 14th December 2018 Bid issuing date: Tuesday 20th November 2018 Closing/Opening of Bids: Friday 14th December 2018 A complete set of tender documents are to be downloaded free of charge on: www.icta.go.ke- tenders and http://supplier.treasury.go.ke. 2 Completed tender documents are to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes, marked with the tender number and name and deposited in the Tender Box at the ICT Authority, Main Door on 12th Floor Teleposta Towers- Kenyatta avenue entrance or mailed to the following address: Ag. Chief Executive Officer THE ICT AUTHORITY, 12 Floor Telposta Towers- Kenyatta Avenue P.O. BOX 27150 – 00100, NAIROBI, KENYA. Email: procurement@ict.go.ke www.icta.go.ke so as to be received on or before Friday 14th December 2018 at 10.00am. Bids will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the candidate’s representatives who choose to attend at the ICT Authority, Telposta Towers, 12th Floor, Main Boardroom. Late bids will be rejected. ׉ 7cassandra://Zir4BYx0JP-WTIpk-rB3xG253vBFPPNLTDb3yBdAjpo$5`[g@X׉E November 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 11 KENYA FORESTRY RESEARCH INSTITUTE PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT The KEFRI Board of Directors and Management wish to inform the stakeholders of the launch of the 6th Headquarters on 21st November, 2018. Strategic Plan at the The 4-year Strategic Plan will guide the Institute from 2018 to 2022 in its mission to conduct research and provide information and technologies for sustainable development of forestry and allied natural resources for socio-economic development. The Plan is supported by five technical strategic themes: namely Forest Productivity and Improvement (FPI), Socio-economics, Policy and Governance (SPG), Forest Biodiversity and Environment Management (FBEM), Forest Products Development (FPD), Forest Research Support Services (FRSS), supported by Corporate Services (CS), and Corporate Affairs and Quality Assurance (CA&QA). The Plan will facilitate the Institute achieve its two main Goals: to effectively contribute to the national minimum target of ten percent tree cover; improve livelihoods for communities and households through sustainable forest management. During the event, the National Tree Improvement Strategy, National Forest Health Research Strategy, National Tree Seed Production, Certification & Distribution Strategy, Proceedings of the 5th KEFRI Scientific Conference will be launched. The Tree Seed Strategy 2018-2023 provides the guidelines for high quality tree seed production, distribution and marketing. The National Forest Health Strategy 2018-2033, focuses on research and development of technologies and dissemination of information in forest health for sustainable forestry development in Kenya, whereas the National Tree Improvement Strategy 2018-2043, emphasizes on intensive tree improvement for productivity of planted forests and trees. A copy of the strategic plan will be availed in our website: www.kefri.org. Jane W. Njuguna (PhD) Ag. Director KEFRI KENYA INSTITUTE OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Institute of Curriculum Development(KICD) invites Bids for Tender No. KICD/9/T/2018-2019: Provision and Maintenance of Connectivity Equipment, Content Management Systems and Internet Services from interested, eligible and competent suppliers for the period 1st January 2019 to 31st December, 2019. NO CATEGORY NO KICD/9/T/2018-2019 CATEGORY NAME 1. TENDER FOR PROVISION AND MAINTENANCE OF CONNECTIVITY EQUIPMENT, CONTENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND INTERNET SERVICES REMARKS OPEN The Tender Document to be obtained from KICD website www.kicd.ac.ke. and Completed documents in a plain, sealed envelope marked with Tender Number and Name should be addressed to: THE DIRECTOR/CEO KENYA INSTITUTE OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT P.O. BOX 30231 - 00100 NAIROBI. Tel: 0202073321 and deposited in the TENDER BOX at the NACECE RESOURCE CENTRE so as to be received on or before 4th December, 2018 at 10.00AM. The documents will be opened on the same day at the NACECE RESOURCE CENTER, and bidders or their representatives are welcome to witness the opening. Youth, Women and Persons with disability are encouraged to apply. Late bids shall not be accepted DIRECTOR/CEO KENYA INSTITUTE OF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT NATIONAL TENDER NOTICE The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) is the regulatory authority for the ICT industry in Kenya with responsibilities in telecommunications, e-commerce, broadcasting and postal/courier services. CA is also responsible for managing the country’s numbering and frequency spectrum resources as well as protecting interests of users of ICT services. CA wishes to invite interested firms to submit their tenders as detailed below: No. Tender Reference 1. Description of Tender CA/PROC/OT/21/2018-2019 Tender for the installation, configuration, commissioning and maintenance of internet connectivity maintenance 50Mbps of internet link for CA. Closing Date 11th December 2018 on or before 10.30 am Rfx 1000000153 Supply, Installation And Commissioning of High Mast Flood Lighting in Embakasi South constituency. Rfx 1000000152 Retrofitting seven (7) boreholes with Solar PV Systems in Kieni constituency , Nyeri County A complete set of the tender documents containing detailed information may be collected from the Procurement Office located at CA Centre 3rd Floor on weekdays during the normal working hours at a fee of Kshs. 1,000.00 or downloaded free of charge from the link: www.ca.go.ke/index.php/tenders or IFMIS supplier portal (http://supplier.treasury. go.ke). Bidders who download the tender document are advised to sign a tender register at Procurement Office on 3rd Floor, CA Centre, along Waiyaki Way or forward their particulars/ contacts to the Head of Procurement, Communications Authority of Kenya, through the email address tenders@ca.go.ke before the closing date for record keeping and for purposes of receiving clarifications and/or addendums, if any. The tender documents should be submitted in plain sealed envelopes, clearly marked as detailed in the tender document. The documents should be deposited in the Authority’s Tender Box situated on the ground floor of CA Centre, Waiyaki Way or mailed to the address below so as to reach the Authority on or before the dates specified in the tender advert at 10:30 a.m. Head of Procurement Communications Authority of Kenya P.O. Box 14448, Nairobi 00800 Tel: +254 (020) 4242000/0703-042000 Bids shall be opened soon thereafter at the Authority’s ground floor meeting room 2 in the presence of the bidders representative(s) who choose to attend. Head Office CA Centre P.O.Box 14448 Nairobi 00800 CA Western Regional Office CA Coast Regional Office Central Regional Office 1st Floor KVDA Plaza P.O.Box 2346 Eldoret 30100 Mobile: 0703042000 Mobile: 0703042105 Email: info@ca.go.ke Email: wro@ca.go.ke 3rd Floor, NSSF Building P.O.Box 8041 Mombasa 80100 Mobile: 0703042152 Email: cro@ca.go.ke Nyeri 10100 Mobile : 0703042181 Email : cero@ca.go.ke CA is ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 27001:2013 certified Ground Floor, Advocates Plaza P.O Box 134 Nyanza Regional Office 2nd Floor Lake Basin Mall, P.O Box 2016 Kisumu 40100 Mobile: 0703042130 Email: nro@ca.go.ke INVITATION TO TENDER Rural Electrification Authority invites tenders from interested companies for following items. TENDE NO. ITEM DESCRIPTION CLOSING DATE TIME 13.12.2018 10.00AM VENUE: College of insurance 03.12.2018 TIME: 2PM – 4PM 14.12.2018 10.00AM 03.12.2018 TIME: 2PM – 4PM PREQUALIFICATION FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS Rfx 1000000154 Prequalification for inspection and servicing of Fire Fighting Equipments. Rfx 1000000155 Prequalification for Servicing of Access Control System Rfx 1000000156 Prequalification for servicing and maintenance of Highmast and Flood lights VENUE: College of Insurance 17.12.2018 10.00AM 03.12.2018 TIME: 9am – 12.00 noon 17.12.2018 10.00AM 03.12.2018 TIME: 9am –12.00 noon 18.12.2018 10.00AM 03.12.2018 TIME: 9am – 12.00 noon Tender documents detailing the requirements may be viewed at REA E- Procurement Web Portal found on the REA website www.rea.co.ke beginning on 21st November 2018. Completed Tenders are to be saved as PDF documents marked with prequalification numbers and description, to be submitted in the REA E-Procurement Web Portal found on the REA website so as to be received on or before date and time indicated above. There will be a Pre-bid/Training meeting to be held on dates as per schedule above at the College of Insurance. All bids will be opened electronically promptly thereafter in the presence of the Tenderer’s or their representatives who choose to attend in REA Procurement Office Ground Floor. NOTE Physical bid documents shall not be admissible. All bids shall be submitted electronically through the portal and in the manner described on the Bidding Quick Reference Guide. Bidders are free to contact the office of the Manager Procurement during normal working days between 9.00 am - 12.30 pm and 2.00 -4.30 pm for any clarification regarding the tender. Bidders shall not contact or discuss any aspect of their tender with REA after the closing date and before the receipt of notification of award of tender or letters of regret as applicable. Any such contact shall lead to disqualification of the bidder. 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But he knows what he is talking about. As an expert in the leather industry which is not fully exploited in the country, Dr. Noor is aware that we are sitting on a veritable goldmine. With a population of 50 million, if every Kenyan was to buy locally made shoes, the industry would be up and running. Very fast. Unfortunately we have been unable to tap into this market and today Kenya exports her leather semi processed or worse, raw as what is known as wet blue leather. Despite the soaring demand for the leather products on the world market, Kenya still remains a marginal player accounting for a very meagre percentage of the world exports; in 2013, Kenya’s leather industry accounted for 0.14 of world exports. The leather industry in Kenya produces only 3.3 million shoes against a demand of 42 million. The deficit is met by imports where 26.7 million are non-leather and 15 million being leather. The major player in production of shoes is Bata Company and the Kariokor market with over 300 leather workshops and stalls. They sell locally and to the East African countries. But now, the leather industry stakeholders have come together under an umbrella association Leather APEX Society which was launched recently. During the ceremony held in Nairobi, the chairman Robert Njoka said that the industry has had its challenges. But he sees light at the end of the tunnel as the president’s Big Four Agenda is rolled out. The Big Four Agenda is an initiative aimed at revitalising some key sub-sectors of which leather is one. The government has committed to injecting funds and changing policy in a bid to make leather a leading manufacturing sector. African countries account for four percent of world leather production and developing countries hold 45% share of world trade in leather manufacturing. Import penetration of the developing countries of domestic leather footwear markets by other countries is estimated at 73%. African countries have 15% of the world’s cattle population and 25% of sheep and goats but produce only 14.9% of global output of hides and skins. According to international trade forum 2015, export of hides has fallen in the recent years to below 44% but leather still ranked as a high export commodity. And thus Dr. Isaak’s words that leather is gold. The demand for luxury leather goods is soaring, fueled by a ballooning middle class in China with a taste for fine things, increased travel and increased sophistication in taste. Shoes, belts, jackets, wallets, travel bags and upholstery in leather is in high demand. And it is expensive and considered a luxury product worth having as a status symbol. Half of all leather produced goes to make footwear followed by furniture, clothing automotive industry and saddlery. Globally the leather trade is worth 100 billion dollars per year and supply never meets demand. Leading countries in leather trade include India, Italy, China, Brazil and Vietnam. The only country in Africa making an attempt to get a piece of this pie is Ethiopia which has made some strides in revitalizing her leather industry. And now Kenya. Plans are afoot to set up 5,000 cottage industries, build three leather parks and change the policy to end imports of some leather goods, a move that will see the sector leap forward. The leather industry was thriving until 1990 when it was choked by the importation of cheap second hand shoes. The operating tanneries were reduced from 19 to only four; and despite the industry’s spirited fight to recover they only managed to revive 12 tanneries. Njoka is hopeful that a vi0.14 Percentage Kenya’s leather industry accounted for in 2013 of world exports 3.3m Number of shoes the industry produces against a demand of 42 million. brant leather industry will meet the country’s demand for leather products and his dream is to see Kenyans buy Kenyan products to promote the industry. The resurgence of the in22,000 People employed by the leather industry, majority of them under SMEs. 20m Target number of shoes to be produced under Kenyatta’s big four agenda dustry will not only benefit the entrepreneurs but will also offer employment to the Kenyan youth. Currently, the leather industry alone employs over 22,000 people, majority of them under smallor medium-size enterprises (SMEs). President Uhuru Kenyatta’s target in the big four agenda to produce 20 million shoes by 2022 was received by the industry with both excitement and panic. Excitement because this is a chance to Kenya urged to improve quality of its products Companies should focus on the quality of goods and services more than the quantity, says Chinese envoy BY KURIA DUNCAN, SAMIRA KIBACHA AND MAKAU JOSHUA, KNA-NAIROBI C hina’s acting Ambassador to Kenya Li Xuhang has urged Kenyan entrepreneurs to raise the quality standards of their goods and services to make them more competitive. Speaking in Nairobi last Friday on the recently concluded China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai last week, the envoy said that for China’s import base to increase, Kenyan companies should focus on the quality of goods and services they offered more than the quantity. He said that the expo was a huge success, as “in a span of six days, it was able to attract a total of 3,600 participating companies and government officials from 172 countries, regions and international organisations across the world”. Li further noted that the promotional result of the world’s first import expo fully demonstrated China’s determination to strengthen cooperation and promote global trade. Cabinet Administrative Secretary for Foreign Affairs Ababu Namwamba, in his speech read by The Deputy Director of Economics in the Ministry Peter Ochieng said that there was a big imbalance in trade, with less export from Kenya to China. He stated that one of the 18,000 objectives of the event was to bring a balance in terms of imports and exports between the two countries. “As government, we are doing something to bridge the imbalance of trade between China and Kenya. That is the aim because we stand for a mutual benefit between the two countries in terms of trade,” said Namwamba. He further said that the way to bridge the gap is by increasing the exports from Kenya to China. The China International Import Expo 2018 was held at the National Convenshowcase what they are made of and panic because of the challenges hounding the industry and present an uphill task to be overcome. Some of the challenges include rudimentary technology, low productivity and limited technical skills that impact negatively on productivity and workmanship. Other challenges are the market and environment concerns, government policies that discourage local production of footwear, dumping of imported foot wear at extremely low prices, weak and underdeveloped footwear and leather products, lack of fitting and accessories that are mostly imported, and irregular supply of good quality leather from the local tanneries. Principal Secretary in the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Cooperatives Betty Maina says the government is committed to developing the leather industry by instituting policies that will ensure the development of the sector. It is envisaged that value addition of leather goods will increase income 12-fold in the next decade. The recent direct flights to the United States and other infrastructure provided by the government provide an opportunity to access that lucrative market. tion and Exhibition Center in Shanghai. It brought together government officials, business communities, exhibitors and professional purchasers from across the world and provided them with new avenues for countries and regions to do business, strengthen cooperation and promote common prosperity of the world economy and trade. As government, we are doing something to bridge the imbalance of trade between China and Kenya. That is the aim because we stand for a mutual benefit between the two countries in terms of trade - Ababu Namwamba ׉ 7cassandra://adO2dwQAWzCzrEAnk6eDnZwmO_zUQLVzObt7ryc6TE8.`[g@X׉ENovember 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 13 Government puts up solar powered mills Project will be replicated in other parts of the country to economically empower more women BY IRUNGU MWANGI KNA- KERUGOYA T he Government has constructed a Sh 7 million solar powered rice and maize mill at Kimbimbi market, Kirinyaga County on a pilot scheme to empower women. The pilot facility with a milling capacity of 330 kilograms of rice per hour will be run and managed by women to be picked from Nyangati and Gathigiriri wards of Mwea East Sub-County where the facility is located. Interior Principal Secretary Karanja Kibicho speaking at Kimbimbi market on Thursday said the project was the only one of its kind in the country and has been built by Chinese engineers. He said if the project succeeds, it will be replicated in other parts of the country to economically empower more women. “This project is a gift from President Uhuru Kenyatta for women in Mwea,” the PS added. He asked area MP Kabinga Wachira who was present to oversee the appointment of two women from the concerned wards in the management of the mill. Kibicho said the proceeds which will be accrued from the milling costs of both maize and rice grains should be properly secured by the management committee that will be put in place and later shared by members. “We expect huge profits to be realised from this project which unlike others uses solar energy which the beneficiaries will not be paying for,” he said. The PS said the project was just one of the many other measures the government was putting in place to empower women. At the same time, a solar powered bread bakery at the populous Karoti Girls High School within the same area is to be set up. This was after the school Principal Ladiah Mwangi requested Kibicho to consider funding the project given the 1,000 plus students at the institution. “We spend so much money to buy bread to feed the high student population and if we could be provided with a solar powered mini bakery by the government we could be even start lowering the school fees and reduce the financial burden to our parents,” Ms Mwangi said. We expect huge profits to be realised from this project which unlike others uses solar energy which the beneficiaries will not be paying for - PS Karanja Kibicho Technical and vocational training to play a critical role, says official Out of the 290 constituencies, 125 Technical and Vocations Centre’s (TVCs) are operational BY RACHAEL KENDI KNA-NAIROBI T he Technical and Vocational training sector is an enabler of the Big Four Agenda and is poised to play a critical role in equipping over three million Kenyan youth with relevant skills, knowhow and attitudes for self and gainful employment. According to the State Department for Vocational and Technical Training (TVET) Human Resource Director Joyce Gichomo, the sector is expected to facilitate effective resource mobilisation to support projects like value addition and raising the manufacturing sector’s contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Enhancing Food and Nutrition Security to all Kenyans, providing Universal Health Coverage and providing affordable and decent housing. Speaking last week during the Kenya School of Revenue Administration (KESRA) 15thGraduation Ceremony at the Bomas of Kenya, Gichomo challenged the institute to rise to the occasion and invest in research and innovations to generate home grown solutions to local needs. Currently, Gichomo said, out of the 290 constituencies, 125 Technical and Vocations Centre’s (TVCs) are operational. The remaining 165 constituencies require funding to construct new TVCs and equip them and that there are 850 Youth Polytechnics and 11 National Polytechnics that are operational. She reiterated that the Ministry has embarked on promoting TVET trainee placements through Kenya Universities and Colleges Placement Services (KUCCPS) for 150,000 students who completed KCSE examinations and were not placed in Universities into Vocational and Technical Training Institutes. Programme to sensitise students on policy making now rolled out Aim is to reach out to various stakeholders involved in public policy making process BY ANN SALATON KNA-NAROK K enya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) has rolled out a programme to sensitise university students and lecturers on the importance of participating in the government policy making process. Speaking on Friday at Maasai Mara University, KIPPRA Executive Director Dr. Rose Ngugi said the programme was intended to reach out to various stakeholders involved in public policy making process where universities were key participants in a bid to incorporate their ideas in the decisions made. “Universities are where we come back to when we realise there are gaps in skills development, hence we are trying to promote exchange between universities and policy makers. We don’t only focus on lecturers but also on the students because they are the future leaders,” she said. The programme that was rolled out three months ago also focuses on enlightening the students on government agenda so that they too could put in their contributions to the projects being rolled out by the government. “We want the students to be familiar with the Big Four agenda of the government and contribute towards the realisation of the same. We expect them to carry out objective research and analysis on food security, manufacturing, housing and affordable health care, in order to help achieve this dream,” said Dr. Ngugi. She dared the students to be vigilant in involving themselves with the challenges in the society so that they too could invent solutions on the same. “We are hoping that since this is our first institution to visit since the programme was rolled out, we will be able to reach out to many university students around the country and start clubs and competition amongst the students,” she said. Maasai Mara University Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Research and Student Affairs Almadi Obore lauded KIPPRA saying the programme would help mentor the students and create synergy between the academics and researchers. “This university has started programmes to address the Big Four Agenda. In health, we have started programmes He said the university has a host of outreach animal programmes where the community is sensitised on improving the livestock breed. Bernard Adera from Technical University studying economics said through the programme, he has learnt to think critically on the happenings in his environment. “The programme instills a KIPPRA executive director Rose Ngugi speaking to university students and lecturers at Maasai Mara University last Friday. on nursing and botanical gardens where we have medicinal plants. In manufacturing, we will be the first to start a manufacturing processing plant for medicinal plants. In food security, we have programmes on food nutrition,” he said. culture of wanting to know more. The way I used to think and the way I think now is different after the training. I now ask myself, who is responsible of what is happening around me? What can be done differently to change the situation? What is my role in the situation?” said Adera. A fourth year University of Nairobi student Annette Wambui challenged university students not to sit waiting for their leaders to make decisions for them, some of which impacted negatively on them and instead challenged them to contribute in making the decisions. “We should speak out so that what we want as young people can be implemented. But if we keep quiet, some policies that will be made could not be relevant to us or the society we live in,” she said. Universities are where we come back to when we realise there are gaps in skills development, hence we are trying to promote exchange between universities and policy makers. - Rose Ngugi ׉ 7cassandra://iXfzTjEgkmENAIn6JfVYpptnkFYuOS9h7rU81BNhkyw2`[g@X[g@X בCטE݁u׉׉ 7cassandra://VSla6hND6lERNwMVFEW3TrHZfwPZThbAW9ANWh0BmfQb`׉ 7cassandra://Exl7t-Ot-8XhBzb4VvqY_-DK29Q2mg3slVc_kdBht84͊`p׉ 7cassandra://YjCnSirV5cJlbrkkAtRDllROmA0IxWilfJh-Pxr-a-M'`׉ 7cassandra://0Z2dSY6Wbl32rR9nQxxjqskUfTKherC9zuj4fkuMlvQ}.͠T[@YQטEE݁u׉׉ 7cassandra://Xq3250Mb9ztxm1edUx8GhHnyVZWpwEVcDYD9JH9OhqI`׉ 7cassandra://x0INT_87dh4hAVwUrLKuv9PbJmZwHWJEiT0blzokC_U͉`p׉ 7cassandra://7vA0OveGONzWgSnmLvcuYpdqRyF1Pn7YLda1sPskU20*`׉ 7cassandra://mtGLjaVtK5u4NkvzhvRUIMqQVGZjUpI_4eQCmhCwqCc͠T[@YRנ[@Y_d̠ 9ׁH"http://www.eastafricanportland.comׁ ׁ Јנ[@Y^V̐ 9ׁHmailto:customercare@eapcc.co.keׁ ׁ Јנ[@Y]̪ 9ׁHhttps://supplier.treasury.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[@Y\̠ 9ׁH"http://www.eastafricanportland.comׁ ׁ Јנ[@Y[pxu 9ׁHhttp://www.mygov.go.keׁ ׁ Ј׉E%:14 | NEWSFOCUS November 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke Automatic VAT system rolled out to enhance business compliance In January 2018, the process identified 35,876 taxpayers who had been affected in one way or the other BY PAUL AGONDA K RA’s Acting Commissioner for Domestic Taxes Dr. Ruth Wachira last week assured taxpayers that nothing will be left to chance in facilitating taxpayers to enhance compliance and boost revenue collection. Dr. Wachira emphasized that system innovations are already in place, aligned to KRA’s mission of supporting Kenya’s transformation through innovative, professional and customer-focused tax administration. “In the process of actualising data driven compliance in line with the transformation agenda, KRA has rolled out Value Added Tax Auto Assessment (VAA) system. The module which is integrated with iTax will help match data from a purchaser and the supplier.” VAA was rolled out to detect inconsistencies between purchase and sales invoices declared in VAT Returns. The automated system ensures that input VAT claimed must be supported by a sale from another business person. Dr. Wachira was confident that the VAA system will improve the integrity of the data in the VAT returns by ensuring that taxpayers declare accurately and provide the right information relating to all their transactions. She spoke during a media sensitization forum on VAA at Times Towers. The Acting Commissioner was accompanied by KRA’s Deputy Commissioner for Policy and Tax Advisory Mr Caxton Masudi, who clarified that VAA helps KRA cancel claims of unsupported VAT inputs that are appealed but not supported in the system. “The system will also help expand the tax base as it will help KRA identify all unreported transactions hence enhance revenue mobilisation,” Mr Masudi said, “This is a great achievement for KRA in VAT payments, since the previous manual assessments were rigorous and uncertain.” In January 2018, the process identified 35,876 taxpayers who had been affected in one way or the other. This includes both the buyers and the sellers. The system also identified 642,557 invoices that were inaccurate. 35,876 Identified 35,876 taxpayers who had been affected in one way or the other. TENDER NOTICE TENDERS FOR PROPOSED REFURBISHMENT WORKS AT THE PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION The Public Service Commission (PSC) invites sealed bids from eligible, qualified and competent firms to tender for proposed refurbishment works at the Public Service Commission as indicated here below: S/ NO 1 Tender No. Works Program NO. PSC/06/2018-19 W.P. Item No. D207 NB/NB 1701 - JOB NO. 10027E 2 PSC/07/2018-19 W.P. Item NO. D207 NB/NB 1701 JOB NO. 10222A 3 PSC/07/2018 - 19 W.P. Item NO. D207 NB/NB 1701 JOB NO. 10222A Tender Description Proposed Refurbishment Works at the old office block of the Public Service Commission Building: Sanitary Fittings, Internal Plumbing, Drainage and Fire Fighting Services Proposed Refurbishment Works of Public Service Commission leased offices at Bruce House(7th Floor - North Wing), Standard Street, Nairobi -Main Works Proposed Refurbishment Works of Public Service Commission leased offices at Bruce House (7th Floor - North Wing), Standard Street, Nairobi –Internal Plumbing and Drainage Sub Contract Works 4 PSC/08/2018 – 19 W.P. Item No. D207 NB/NB/1801 – JOB NO. 10027D Supply, Delivery, Testing and Commissioning of Gymnasium Equipment – Phase II NCA 4, 5 and 6 170,000 NCA Category Bid Bond (Kshs) NCA 5 and 6 210,000 Eligibility Closing Date Open National Tender Open National Tender NCA 7 and 8 5,000 Open National Tender 10/12/2018 10/12/2018 10/12/2018 PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION Letter of authorization from original equipment manufacturer (OEM) mandatory Tender documents with detailed information shall be viewed and downloaded free of charge from the following websites: www.publicservice.go.ke, www.supplier.treasury.go.ke websites, www.ecitizen.go.ke, and www.ppoa.go.ke . Those who download the document from the website must submit their contact details to secretary@publicservice.go.ke for use in case of further communication/addendum to the tender. Alternatively, a complete set of Tenders Documents detailing the requirements may be obtained from the Procurement Office, Room NO. 015, Ground Floor, Commission House on Harambee Avenue, Nairobi upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1000/- per tender document. Payment in cash or banker’s cheque payable to the Secretary/CEO, Public Service Commission will be made at the Cash Office on Ground Floor during normal working hours. Tenders must be accompanied by a Bid Bond/Tender Security of the indicated (specified) amount for each tender in the form of bank guarantee from a reputable bank or guarantee from an insurance company approved by the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) payable to the Public Service Commission. Interested bidders should note that only those meeting the criteria indicated below as a minimum supported by relevant documents at submission will be considered for further evaluation. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Proof of works of similar magnitude and complexity undertaken in the last five years; Adequate equipment and key personnel for the works; Sound and financial standing and adequate access to bank credit line; Litigation history of the company (both court and arbitration cases); Confidential Business Questionnaire; Valid Tax Compliance Certificate; and An undertaking in the form of a letter signed by the bidder stating that the firm will comply with the statutory requirements on Gender, Youth and persons with disabilities. Further, tenders from the following tenderers shall be treated as non- responsive and therefore subject to automatic disqualification: (a) A tender from a tenderer whose on-going project (s) is/are behind schedule and without approved extension of time; (b) (c) LAKE BASIN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TENDER NOTICE TENDER NO. LBDA/MEAC&RD/ M003/2018-2019 TENDER DESCRIPTION CONSTRUCTION OF LAKE BASIN MALL ACCESS ROAD ELIGIBILITY OPEN TO ALL ELIGIBLE BIDDERS CLOSING DATE 03/12/ 2018 AT 12.00 NOON Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information in respect to the tender documents for the above tender at the office of Manager Procurement LAKE BASIN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY HEADQUARTERS, OFF KISUMU KAKAMEGA ROAD during the week days on normal working hours (between 8.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.) The tender document can be viewed and downloaded from our website www.lbda.co.ke at no cost. Completed tender documents in plain sealed envelopes marked with the document, addressed to: - LAKE BASIN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY P.O. BOX 1516 – 40100 KISUMU And deposited in the tender box located at LBDA’s Boardroom in Kisumu on or before 3rd December 2018 at 12 noon. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who may choose to attend. Youth, Women and Persons with Disability are encouraged to participate Late tenders will not be accepted and will be returned unopened. tender number and submitted in the manner prescribed in the tender THE MANAGING DIRECTOR A tender from a tenderer whose on-going projects are exceeding four (4) in number, regardless of the total value of the outstanding works; and A tender from a tenderer who has been served with a default notice on on-going project(s) or a tenderer who has been terminated in a Government contract in the past. Completed Tender Documents in separate plain sealed envelope(s) clearly marked Public Service Commission 1. 2. 3. Tender No: PSC/06/2018 - 19: Tender for Proposed Refurbishment Works at the Old Office Block of the Public Service Commission Building – Sanitary Fittings, Internal Plumbing, Drainage and Fire Fighting Services; Tender NO. PSC/07/2018 - 19: Tender for Proposed Refurbishment Works of Public Service Commission Leased Offices at Bruce House (7th Floor - North Wing), Standard Street, Nairobi - Main Works; Tender NO. PSC/07/2018 – 19: Tender for Proposed Refurbishment Works of Public Service Commission leased Offices at Bruce House (7th Floor – North Wing), Standard Street, Nairobi – Internal Plumbing and Drainage Sub Contract Works; and/or 4. Tender NO. PSC/08/2018 – 19: Tender for Proposed Supply, Delivery, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of Gymnasium Equipment – Phase II As per instructions in the tender documents and bearing only the tender number should be deposited in the Tender Box at the Ground Floor Lift Lobby entrance area of the Commission House or addressed to: The Secretary/CEO, Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 30095 - 00100 NAIROBI. So as to be received on or before 10th December, 2018 at 10:00am. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of Tenderers/representatives who may choose to attend at Public Service Commission House. Prices quoted should be inclusive of all applicable taxes and levies, must be in Kenyan Shillings and shall remain valid for one hundred and twenty (120) days from the date of tender. The Bid Bond Security, which must be from an established bank or approved insurance company shall be valid for one hundred and fifty (150) days from tender opening date. The Public Service Commission reserves the right to reject or accept in whole or in part any tender without any obligation to give reason(s) for the decision. ACTING HEAD, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT UNIT FOR: SECRETARY/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION 40,000 Open National Tender 10/12/2018 ׉ 7cassandra://YjCnSirV5cJlbrkkAtRDllROmA0IxWilfJh-Pxr-a-M'`[g@X׉ENovember 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 15 Limited options hampering male contraception usage Most family planning methods in the market are designed for women, says National Council for Population and Development boss BY PAULINE IKANDA KNA-KITALE T he National Council for Population and Development (NCPD) has urged actors in the health sector to introduce options that encourage men to participate in family planning. Regional Coordinator Moses Ouma said contraception use was unpopular among from men due to the lack of family planning options. Currently most of family planning methods in the market are designed for women. Ouma noted that a 2013 NCPD survey of male involvement in family planning showed that men shied from openly supporting family planning measures due to limited options for them. Ouma was speaking in Kitale town during the launch of family planning programme dubbed costed Implementation Plan-Family planning and a document guiding the implementation. He said the use of modern contraceptives in Trans Nzoia was still at 56% due to opposition from men and political pronouncement where politicians seek more votes by encouraging residents to give birth to more children. Poor family planning is to an increasing leading population that may not be supported by the available resources. According to Ouma, Trans Nzoia has over 1.1 million people with a poverty index of 47.4%. He said that out of this number, 47% are below 15 years and therefore dependent population that can’t contribute anything towards the economy of the nation. He said the ever increasing and unplanned population was stretching available resources. “We want a situation where the population transitions 56% Rate of use of modern contraceptives in Trans Nzoia, due to opposition from men and political pronouncements from being big at the lower base to being big at the middle,” he said. The Regional coordinator disclosed that by 2020 counties will be procuring their own commodities to help in family planning asking counties to show commitment in support of the initiative. He pointed out that the programme will also assist in addressing teenage pregnancy in Trans Nzoia where youth who cannot abstain are urged to use contraceptives. According to the Kenya Demographic Health Survey (KDHS) of 2014 Trans Nzoia is ranked at position eight countrywide with teenage pregnancy standing at 23%. Ouma said social media and parental negligence are some of the main driving factors towards increasing teenage pregnancies that must be addressed to ensure that a sustainable population is raised. He urged the county government of Trans Nzoia, having adopted the Costed Implementation Plan on Family planning, to develop youth-friendly services where teenagers can get access to services on the use of contraceptives. He said lack of youthfriendly services was discouraging the majority of youth who are sexually active in seeking such services a problem that is increasing teenage pregnancies. Ouma disclosed that only 7% of facilities nationally provide youthfriendly services for youth on family planning with the majority of private facilities providing those services. He urged partners such as Ipas, DSW, Marie stopes among others to assist in addressing teenage pregnancy. The governor’s wife Lydia Khaemba asked the government to take stern measures that will bring down figures on teenage pregnancy. We want a situation where the population transitions from being big at the lower base to being big at the middle - Moses Ouma EAST AFRICAN PORTLAND CEMENT COMPANY LTD. EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR LEASE OF OFFICE SPACE The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a State agency established under the Energy Act 2006. The Commission is the sector regulator responsible for economic and technical regulation of Electric Power, Renewable Energy and Downstream Petroleum sub-sectors. ERC hereby invites Expression of interest(EOI) from property owners or authorized Estate agents for the lease of office space in Eldoret and Kisumu with the following minimum specifications; The desired space should: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Have an approximate floor area of 1,000-1,300 Square feet; Be located in the CBD or commercial center of the respective town preferably with proximity to other government offices/agencies; Be in a quiet and secure environment with 24 hr security and surveillance system; Be connected to main water and sewer systems with adequate reservoir; Be connected to a main electricity supply and must have power backup generator; Have adequate, fully fitted gender sensitive washrooms; Have adequate natural lighting and ventilation; Be well served with adequate public roads for ease of access; Have adequate and reliable lifts /elevators if the space is on a floor higher than the ground floor; Be friendly to People living with Disability (PWD-friendly); Have adequate firefighting equipment; and Have provision of parking spaces for vehicles. An adequately detailed and signed ‘EOI’ document should be sent by registered mail or deposited at the ERC tender Box Located at 1st floor, Eagle Africa Centre, Upper hill, Nairobi; so as to reach the undersigned on or before 30th November 2018 at 11.30am The Director General Eagle Africa Centre, Longonot Road, Upperhill, Energy regulatory commission P.O. BOX 42681-00100 Nairobi 6. 7. EAPCC/OT/178/2018 EAPCC/OT/179/2018 3. 4. 5. EAPCC/OT/175/2018 EAPCC/OT/176/2018 EAPCC/OT/177/2018 TENDER NO. 1. 2. INVITATION TO TENDER The following invitation to tender is available in our Website and IFMIS Portal. S/N DESCRIPTION EAPCC/DISP/173/2018 EAPCC/PQ/174/2 018 Disposal of Motor Vehicles Prequalification ofSuppliers for Supply and Delivery of Clinker Outsourcing of Bissil Quarry Mining Operations ( Second Supplier) Provision of Insurance Brokerage Services - 2019/2020 Outsourcing of Kunkur quarry Mining operations(Re-tender) Hire of Transport services from Bissil quarry to the factory in Athi river(Second transporter) Hire of Transport services from Kabini quarry to the factory in Athi river(Second transporter) CLOSING DATE 23rd November 2018 30th November 2018 30th November 2018 14th December 2018 30th November 2018 30th November 2018 30th November 2018 Detailed information and various Addenda on the above tenders are available on the company website, www.eastafricanportland.com or IFMIS portal (https://supplier.treasury.go.ke) The Managing Director East African Portland Cement Company Ltd P.O. Box 20-00204, Off Namanga Road Athi River, Kenya, Tel +254 709 855 000 Email: customercare@eapcc.co.ke Website: www.eastafricanportland.com ׉ 7cassandra://7vA0OveGONzWgSnmLvcuYpdqRyF1Pn7YLda1sPskU20*`[g@X[g@X בCטE݁u׉׉ 7cassandra://rRwC-xCAQFfxmv3WkF_9WiUtaU0yYP39HHLP__iiZ-I7`׉ 7cassandra://MT6cHCvzx7XKEDZPGWIa2KGIlNPtcbzQpSke2iNC_V4̓`p׉ 7cassandra://6IcEIyqgOy1GrHPlqHTydZLAPaWboYtDI0vZcH8xnso&<`׉ 7cassandra://LKueP16yWscF_GILNl1mYXj2oq5hlXs8ki8ilpm6mXYtͺ͠T[@Y`טEE݁u׉׉ 7cassandra://FzO4z0qpV9nGwKQmrFjwnautesoXkJGcT7RjnRujMnAx3`׉ 7cassandra://WPeA8XgEcIFcXHl1gmr7Oh6f1ha6K_ovtA5BE3HZMi0͇`p׉ 7cassandra://taqDdbDuF_gl3TzfPBk_xa7ecpP-jn-zEJcA1wUGS3Y(L`׉ 7cassandra://bxz_JSyyl6kWXjXV859ompg_y39X0D8-pB__oWn1R_QJ͠T[@Yaנ[@YpEf9ׁHhttp://www.jkuat.ac.keׁ ׁ Јנ[@Yoz 9ׁHhttp://supplier.treasury.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[@YnV 9ׁHhttp://www.jkuat.ac.keׁ ׁ Јנ[@Ym̏ 9ׁHmailto:ddprocurement@tsc.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[@Yl M 9ׁHhttp://www.tsc.go.keׁ ׁ Јנ[@Ykpxu 9ׁHhttp://www.mygov.go.keׁ ׁ Ј׉E')16 | NEWSFOCUS November 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke REGISTRATION OF SUPPLIERS FOR GOODS AND SERVICES FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR: 2018–2019/ 2019-2020. The ICT Authority invites applications from interested eligible candidates for the registration of the under listed goods and services for the Financial Year 2018–2019/ 2019-2020. No. Tender Number ICTA/REG/001/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/002/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/003/2018-2020 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. ICTA/REG/004/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/005/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/006/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/007/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/008/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/009/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/010/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/011/2018-2020 Supply, delivery and installation of Software and hardware Supply of themed gifts including African (e.g. giveaways) CATEGORY B: REGUALIFICATION FOR PROVISION OF SERVICES 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. ICTA/REG/12/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/013/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/014/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/015/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/016/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/017/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/018/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/019/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/020/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/021/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/022/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/023/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/024/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/025/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/026/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/027/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/028/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/029/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/030/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/031/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/032/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/032/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/034/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/035/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/036/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/037/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/038/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/039/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/040/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/041/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/042/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/043/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/044/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/045/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/046/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/047/2018-2020 ICTA/REG/048/2018-2020 Service and Maintenance of Computers, Printers and UPS, Photocopiers, Telephones and Fax machines Provision of Stage assembling/ lighting and sound services Provision of Air Travel Agency services (IATA Registered) Service and Maintenance of PABX, and Telecommunications Equipment Provision of Hotels, Conference and Accommodation Services carpets Provision of Transportation Services (Vans, Mini-Buses and Buses) Provision of Courier and freight services Provision of Legal Services Provision of Event organization, exhibitions and experiential/Road show services Provision of Research consultancy services (e.g. Market, customer satisfaction, perception survey, media monitoring, national & international brand audit employee satisfaction & work environment survey etc.) Provision of internet, website consultancy and social media services Provision of management consultancy services (e.g. recruitment, selection and Training services) Provision of Pension management and Investment and other related services Service and maintenance of Motor Vehicles Provision of Advertising Agency services (Concept Design, artwork execution and Media strategy & Buying etc.) Supply of research consultancy services (e.g. Market, Customer Satisfaction, perception survey, media monitoring, national & international brand audit, employee satisfaction and work .environment survey etc. Provision of web hosting services, design, and maintenance services e.g. content generation etc. Provision of entertainment services (Dj’s Bands, Musicians, Models, Hostesses, MC’s, Dancers etc.) Provision of digital advertising services (phone, internet, social networks etc.) Provision of Translation Services and Rappoutering Services Provision of Public Relation Services Provision of outdoor media Services Provision of Transcription Services Provision of Cleaning and Fumigation services. Provision of Bottled water (Mineral water)&Leasing of dispensers Supply of fuel and lubricants(Electronic fuel card services) Provision of Beverages, Sugar and Fresh milk - ment & training services Provision of Asset marking/tracking of asset system Supply, Installation, Commissioning & servicing of CCTV & Access control Provision of Security Services Provision of Editing and Proof reading Services Provision of maintenance and service of Electrical and Electronic Appliances Provision of Catering services Special Groups Special Groups Open Open Special Groups Open Special Groups include the Youth, Women and Persons with Disability who have been duly registered with the National Treasury (Directorate of Procurement) and they MUST show proof of registration by providing a valid certificate of registration. Registration document, containing detailed terms and conditions of application, may be down loaded from our website www.ict.go.ke free of charge. Completed Registration document in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked REGISTRATION DOCUMENTS FOR SUPPLIERS FOR SUPPLY/PROVISION OF GOODS AND SERVICES FOR FINACIAL YEAR 2018–2019/ 2019-2020. Item Description ………………………………………………………………………………….. Registration CATEGORY No. ……………………………………………………………………………… and addressed to: THE Ag. CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, THE ICT Authority, 12 Floor Telposta Towers- Kenyatta Avenue P.O. BOX 27150 – 00100, NAIROBI, KENYA procurement@ict.go.ke Should be deposited in the tender box located at the Reception, 12th Floor, Telposta Towers Building so as to be received on or before 28th November 2018 at 10.00am. Applications will be opened immediately thereafter, in the presence of Suppliers and Service providers or their representatives who may wish to attend at 10.00am in the Boardroom on the 12th floor. ICTA reserves the right to accept or reject the applications and is not obliged to give reasons for its decision thereof. Any canvassing or late submission will lead to automatic disqualification. 2 Supply and delivery of computer UOK/T/ 004/18/ 19 S/ N 1 Tender Name Provision of Insurance brokerage services UNIVERSITY OF KABIANGA P.O.Box 2030-20200 Tel.0202172665/0518002521,Fax. 051-8003970, Email:vc@kabiang.ac.ke ADDENDUM Tender Number UOK/T/ 003/18/ 19 Wrong Tender Document Closing & Opening Date The Tender advertised in the Standard Newspaper on 13th November 2018, which was uploaded in the University website and Procurement Portal was a wrong Tender document. The right Tender shall be uploaded on 20th November 2018 The tender document advertised had wrong specifications.The correct specification will be in the tender document to be uploaded in the university website and procuremnt portal on 20th november 2018 Revised from 27th November 2018 to 4th December 2018 Open Open Open Special Groups Open Open Open Open Open Open Open Special Groups Special Groups Special Groups Open Open Open Open Special Groups Open Special Groups Special Groups Special Groups Special Groups Special Groups Open MOI UNIVERSITY An ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution NOTICE ON THE VACANT POSITION OF MOI UNIVERSITY CHANCELLOR The position of Chancellor of Moi University was declared vacant vide an advert in two national daily newspapers with wide circulation and readership on Tuesday, 18th September, 2018. In accordance with Statute III (b) of the Moi University Statutes, 2013, a joint Committee of Senate and the Alumni Association has shortlisted the following candidates: Dr. Peter Munga Dr. Julius Kipng’etich Prof. Ratemo Michieka Prof. Miriam Were Dr. Edward Rege Further, in accordance with Statute III (v), the University now in - vites the public to give any information on why any of the above candidates should not be considered for the position of Chancellor. The information should be sent in writing to the undersigned by the 23rd November, 2018. Meanwhile, all registered and paid-up members of the Moi University Alumni Association are invited for a Special Annual General Meeting to be held in CER-MESA Auditorium in the Administration Building at the Main Campus on Friday, 30th for the final ranking of the candidates. November, starting from 10.00am The Vice-Chancellor Moi University P.O. Box 3900-30100 ELDORET Item Description of goods and services CATEGORY A: REGUALIFICATION FOR SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF GOODS 1. 2. 3. Supply and Delivery of computer consumables and its related Accessories Supply and Delivery of computers, printers, UPS, fax machines, photoDesign and supply of branded Promotional materials: T-shirts, Caps, Banners, carrier bags etc. Supply of Newspapers and Periodicals Supply and Delivery of equipment such air conditioners and related equipment - tary, radio production, Voice Over Provision of Editing/ Proof reading services Open Open Special Groups Special Groups Open Open Open Open Eligibility Special Groups Special Groups Special Groups Special Groups Special Groups Open Special Groups Open Detailed tender document may obtained from procurement office during normal working hours upon payment of non-refundable fees of ksh. 1000/- (Kenya shillings one thousands shillings only).only payable at KCB Mbale branch deposit A/C No 1203735065 OR downloads the tender FREE of charge from the Kaimosi Friends University college website www.kafuco.ac.ke/index.php/tenders or ifmis supplier’s portal. Shall be send to; The principal Kaimosi Friends University College P.O.Box 385-50309 Kaimosi. So as to be received on or before Monday 3rd December, 2018 at 1200 hours. Opening of bid document will be done imediately thereafter in the presence of candidates and representatives who will choose to attend. PRINCIPAL KAIMOSI FRIENDS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE. Kaimosi Friends University College invites sealed bids from interested and eligible firms for the following tender: Tender Tender Description Bid security KAFUCO/06/2019-2020 Provision of Security Services 2% Target Group Open KAIMOSI FRIENDS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE (KAFUCO) (A Constituent College of Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology) INVITATION TO TENDER Revised from 27th November 2018 to 4th December 2018 Notes: 1. The closing and opening date shall be on 4th December 2018. ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFIED INSTITUTION ׉ 7cassandra://6IcEIyqgOy1GrHPlqHTydZLAPaWboYtDI0vZcH8xnso&<`[g@X׉ETNovember 20, 2018 www.mygov.go.ke NEWSFOCUS | 17 TEACHERS SERVICE COMMISSION JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CONFEREMENT OF HONORARY DEGREE OF DOCTOR OF SCIENCES (HONORIS CAUSA) INVITATION TO NATIONAL TENDER The Teachers Service Commission invites tenders from interested and eligible firms to tender for the following: S/NO TENDER NO; TENDER DESCRIPTION 1. 2. 3. 4. TSC/T/015/2018-2019 Proposed Erection of Boundary wall, Gate House and Generator room at TSC County office – Bomet TSC/T/016/2018-2019 Proposed TSC House Renovation of the Roof and Re-partitioning works at 7th Floor TSC/T/018/2018-2019 Supply and Delivery of Fresh Milk, 500ml TSC/T/020/2018-2019 Supply and Delivery of Newspapers 2% of the tender sum N/A N/A Open Reserved for Youth Only Reserved for Youth Only THE RT. HON RAILA AMOLO ODINGA, EGH, MP, MSc. Hon LLD Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology Charter gives power to the University to confer an honorary degree upon a person who ascribes to the values of the University and has rendered distinguished service in the advancement of any branch of learning or service to humanity. The Right Honorable Raila Amolo Odinga has met this requirement and especially for his immense contribution towards public service, leadership and the expansion of the democratic space in Kenya and in the region. The University Senate, has, therefore determined that the Right Honorable Raila Amolo Odinga is worthy of the conferment of Honorary Degree of Doctor of Sciences (Honoris Causa) in recognition of his immense contributions in promoting industry and infrastructure, settlement, sciences and environmental conservation. The degree will be conferred on the 14th Sixth Graduation Ceremony. December 2018, during the Prof. Stephen. G. Agong’ PhD, FAAS Vice-Chancellor and Professor of Horticulture Detailed Tender documents may be obtained from Supply Chain Management Services Division, the TSC House 2nd floor Podium Wing, Kilimanjaro Road, during normal working hours upon payment of non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1,000.00 (One Thousand Shillings) per set payable in cash or Bankers cheque at the Cash Office. Interested bidders may also download free of charge the same tender documents from TSC website: www.tsc.go.ke and forward their particulars for records to ddprocurement@tsc.go.ke. The particulars should include: Name of the firm, the address and Tender Name and Number. Complete bid documents in plain sealed envelope marked with tender name and reference number should be addressed to: The Secretary Teachers Service Commission TSC House, Upper Hill, Kilimanjaro Road Private Bag, 00100 NAIROBI and be deposited in the Tender Box located on 3rd Floor, Podium Wing on or before 4th December, 2018 at 11.00am. Tenders will be opened immediately thereafter at the same venue in the presence of the tenderers or their representatives who choose to attend. COMMISSION SECRETARY/CHIEF EXECUTIVE BID SECURITY (KSHS) 2% of the tender sum Open CATEGORY JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY TENDER ADVERT NOTICE Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology invites Sealed Tenders from eligible bidders indicated below. NO CATEGORY TENDER DISCRIPTION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. JKUAT/64/2018-2019 Supply and Delivery of service parts for various models of vehicles in the University. JKUAT/65/2018-2019 Supply and Delivery of tires for various models of vehicles in the University. JKUAT/66/2018-2019 Supply and Delivery of two servers for ERP Implementation. JKUAT/68/2018-2019 Supply and Delivery of 22 Desktop Computers and 15 Thermal Printers for ERP Implementation. JKUAT/69/2018-2019 Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of Core switch and Server farm switch for ERP Implementation. JKUAT/70/2018-2019 Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning of Biomini Authentication scanners and Fingerprint Access Terminal for ERP Implementation. JKUAT/71/2018-2019 Supply and Delivery of Drawing Boards for Department of Architecture. ELIGIBILITY Open Open Open Open Open Open Reserved – Special Group Interested and eligible candidates may inspect and obtain Tender Document from the University’s Department of Procurement at JKUAT –Main Campus or download documents from our website: www.jkuat.ac.ke free of charge or IFMIS supplier portal: supplier.treasury.go.ke. Those who choose to have hard copies will pay ksh.1,000 per document in cash or bankers cheque. NB: Tender No. JKUAT/71/2018-2019 - Women, Youth and PWDs must be registered with the National Treasury/ County Government and other relevant bodies (attach a copy of CR 12 form, AGPO certificate and IDs). Sealed Tenders must be accompanied by duly completed forms as specified in the Bid Documents and addressed to: Vice Chancellor, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, P.O. Box 62000 - 00200, Nairobi. and placed in the Tender Box at the Department of Procurement JKUAT Main Campus. The documents should be in plain sealed envelopes indicating the Tender Number, without identifying the sender so as to reach the University not later than Tuesday 4th December 2018 at 11:30 a.m Bids will be opened immediately thereafter at the Procurement Department in the presence of bidders/their representatives who wish to attend. JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ADDENDUM TO TENDER REF/NO.JKUAT/67/2018 – 2019SUPPLY DELIVERY, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING NEXT GENERATION FIREWALL (NGFW) TO THE MAIN CAMPUS AND SATELLITE CAMPUSES Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology wishes to include and make changes for the Tender notice that appeared in MyGov insert in the People Daily newspaper on Tuesday 6th November, 2018. Tender Number Tender Name JKUAT/67/2018-2019 Supply, Delivery, Installation and Commissioning Next Generation Firewall(NGFW) to main campus and Satellite Campuses THE AREAS THAT HAVE BEEN INCLUDED AND/ OR CHANGED ARE AS FOLLOWS: 1. General preliminaries were not included in the Original Tender Document and have now been included from pages 45 2. The Mandatory requirements have also been changed to include among others Tender Security of Ksh. 500,000.00. This is on page 45. 3. The evaluation criteria has also changed. It will be undertaken in 4 stages as indicated on page 45 4. Performance security of has also been included as indicated on page 33 TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING 1. The amended sections of the tender document may be obtained by the bidders who had previously collected the tender document from Procurement Office, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Main Campus, Juja. The bid document can also be downloaded from JKUAT website www.jkuat.ac.ke 2. 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