Country: Kenya
Closing date: 11 Nov 2019
Mapping study on commercialization of Prosopis Juliflora in Turkana West, Turkana County
(Commercialization of Prosopis – No.: 1010375-03).
Background Information and Rationale
DCA Kenya’s commitment to innovation and as an agency is keen to experiment and adopt new technologies and approaches that solve real life problems that enhance economic self-reliance from environmental sound technologies that use available natural and human resources. In line with this focus, DCA seeks to undertake a comprehensive assessment to support the Country program to chart a viable pathway for commercial exploitation of Prosopis Juliflora in Turkana West Sub-county. This assignment will respond to:
· Technical aspects
o The different species of Prosopis found in Kakuma and Turkana West and their characteristics in terms of underground water consumption.
o Differentiate between the use of the different parts of the plant/bush (i.e. the trunk, leaves and pods/seeds)
o The volumes of the species and plant parts
Expound using the Technical parameters, the following components
· The supply side – quantity and distribution of P*rosopis Juliflora* that can be exploited sustainably, and for how long including technologies to maximize on the same.
· The demand/market perspective – possible clients, volumes needed, purchase price per unit volume and the possible uses
· A framework on how internal and external stakeholders’ capacity can be enhanced to increase the commercial use of Prosopis Juliflora
· Documenting the due diligence needed by DCA/SNV to ensure possible Prosopis commercialization is environmentally sound and based on & informed by a proper environmental impact assessment and backed up by relevant regulatory authorizations at county & national levels.
Commercialization of Prosopis Assessments Purpose, Objectives and Intended Use
The purpose of this assessment is to:
· Identify and document the following components:
o The different species of Prosopis found in Kakuma and Turkana West and their characteristics in terms of underground water consumption.
o Prosopis cover – map out the major sources of Prosopis in Turkana West, current utilization and contribution to livelihoods, threats and opportunities to community in utilization.
o Possible commercial uses of Prosopis – against the species and plant part
o Existing briquette/charcoal value chains in Kenya, and possible leverage points for DCA/SNV to engage in to advance commercialization of Prosopis in Turkana County
o All the relevant regulatory frameworks and policies at National and county level that affect or impact commercialization of Prosopis.
o The feasibility of commercialization of Prosopis; exploring options of use as charcoal briquettes.
o Community and County Structures perception on large and small-scale commercialization of Prosopis
· Identify and quantify the local, county, national and sub-regional markets demand for Prosopis products
o List of entities engaged in trade of Prosopis-based products and source of the plant part used
o Quantifiable and verifiable value and volume of current demand
o Verifiable estimate of growth volumes and value
· Value proposition analysis in the short term and longer term
o A gross benefit analysis of the cost and benefits of Prosopis briquettes production and value addition for:
§ Primary producers
§ Aggregators
§ Processors
· A detailed summary of a proposed action plan to:
o Commercialize the Prosopis value chain with clear milestones (including a detailed value chain map of the proposed action)
o How communities can be supported on marketing of Prosopis products and practical value addition options including branding and packaging for better markets
Intended users of the assessment
The following are the key intended users of the assessment:
Organization
Focal Person
Contact Details
Remarks/Possible Interest
DCA
Head of Program – Kenya (Patrick Kibuku).
Assessment Methodology and Findings (more specifically the Value Proposition for different value chain actors and proposed commercialization pathways)
Area Manager – Kakuma – (Mark Abaha).
Program Advisor, Value Chain & Inclusive Business – (Karin Wied Thomsen)
SNV
Country Director (Kenya)
To inform their proposed commercialization of Prosopis as feedstock for production of wood pellets for clean cooking in Kakuma
Project Lead Advisor – Kakuma MBEA Project
OTHERS
Government departments, UN bodies, operational NGOS and private-sector players e.g. Iko Briq (SNV partner)
Variable
Possible roles in strengthening Prosopis products’ value chain for improved livelihoods of local communities
Approach and Methodology
The assessment approach shall be utilization focused. As such, the evaluator should arrange individual meetings with individual intended users before and after the assessment.
The following should be observed:
· Attention should be given to collect information: from all types of stakeholders including relevant government departments; NGO, private sector players and households currently engaged in Prosopis utilization activities, with special focus on women and youth
· Initial findings and recommendations made as a result of the assessment must be fed back to DCA, partners and right holders in a meaningful way, so they have an opportunity to discuss the recommendations before they are finalized.
Methodology.
The Consultant is expected to respond to this call with a detailed proposed methodology and itinerary which upon successful contracting will be discussed during the inception meeting
Assessment management and values
This assessment should adhere to and be guided by the DCA assessment policy. The evaluator should refer any questions or emerging issues to the DCA Kenya Head of Program (patrick.kenya@dca.dk).
The general terms and conditions of this consultancy are:
· Logistics: DCA will cover the cost of the consultant(s) travel to the field and back, food, and accommodation.
· Professional fee: The consultant(s) will be paid professional fees in accordance with this TOR and within DCA’s approved rates.
· Tax 5% withholding income tax payable to the Government of Kenya (GoK) shall be deducted from the consultants’ fees during payment when relevant.
· A contract will be signed by the consultant(s) prior to commencement of this consultancy which will detail additional terms and conditions of service, aspects on inputs and deliverables.
· Full term of consultancy: document review, field work and report writing should not exceed 20 days.
Other specifics on who makes decisions on and what resources does DCA mobilise to support the assessment, e.g. logistical support will be contained in the consultancy contract.
Required qualifications of the consultant
· Academic**:**
o Advanced university degree in rangeland resource management, Dryland resource management, socio-economic background and an expert in resource mapping.
· Professional Experience:
o Minimum of five years’ experience in rangeland management, sustainable natural resource management, land use planning, livelihood study, value chain study, market study, policy review and development research
o Proven experiences in invasive Prosopis management and utilization, participatory assessment methodology, research methods, focus group interviews, etc.
o Demonstrable experience of engaging with the private sector engagement in natural resource management activities
o Proven experience from NGO and CBO based humanitarian and development assistance in the HoA and Kenya in particular, and also in Turkana County in areas of Natural resource management and land use planning is an added advantage.
o Demonstrated past experience working with briquettes making and training in rangeland management in the dryland of Kenya
o Demonstrate research in Prosopis management and utilization in drylands
o Prove of comprehensive report writing and study report writing skills in rangeland management/rangeland study in Kenya
Deliverables and Schedule
Suggested timeline
The envisaged assessment period is 15 days distributed around time for preparation, field work, travel, and report writing.
Reports
Two reports are anticipated, a popular version not exceeding 30 pages explicitly responding to the specific objectives and deliverables and a detailed report that expounds on the whole consultancy process.
Throughout the study and training period, intended users should be adequately updated on progress. A progress report can take the form of an email of half a page, supplemented by field notes as relevant.
Meetings and workshops
As the assessment is market oriented with a special focus on economic inclusion, the following meetings are expected:
· Meetings with stakeholders engaged in the Prosopis distribution and mapping plus charcoal value chain
· Meetings with stakeholders in the charcoal/briquettes business enabling environment
· Meetings with government officials and other stakeholders with a support function to the charcoal value chain
Budget and Payment
· The consultant(s) will receive remuneration under the following terms of payment, which will be based on the output of the work and not on the duration that it might take:
· The task is expected to fall within 15 consultancy days
· 30 % of the total consultancy value (including withholding tax) shall be paid upon signing of the contractual agreement.
· The remaining 70% (including withholding tax) shall be paid after a final satisfactory report and other outputs are submitted and satisfactorily signed off by DCA.
Structure of the Proposal, Submission Guidelines and Expression of Interest:
All expressions of interest should include:
Technical Proposal highlighting:
Brief explanation about the consultants (s) with evidence of previous experience in this kind of work; profile of the consultancy firm to be involved in undertaking the consultancy; understanding of the TOR, the task to be accomplished as well as draft consultancy framework, plan and references.
Financial Proposal:
The financial proposal should provide cost estimates for services rendered including daily consultancy fees related to the consultants excluding accommodation and living costs; transport cost, stationeries, and supplies needed for data collection; costs related to persons that will participate from partners and government officers.
Expression of Interest:
Interested consulting firms should submit, by email, a technical and financial proposal for this consultancy by 11th November 2019. CVs of the lead and key support consultants should be annexed in the application.
This task is expected to take place within the month of October to November 2019.
Additional References or Resources
DCA will provide any supporting documents from their previous works and partners.
Contact persons:
Patrick Kibuku.
DCA Head of Program (HoP) – Kenya
Email: patrick.kenya@dca.dk
Send all applications to:vits@dca.dk
How to apply:
Kindly submit your bid/proposal to the email provided as per the attached RFP clearly on the Subject stating – “(BID/ PROPOSAL FOR EVALUATION LEARNING FOR REFUGEES PROJECTS CONSULTANCY- RFP/CON/10/11/2019)”. The email to be received not later than Thursday 11th November 2019 at 1700hrs.
Selection Process:
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If your proposal is shortlisted, you may be contacted to provide additional information or clarification if necessary.
NB: the following requirements MUST be adhered to:
Bids with insufficient/partial information and those received after the closing date mentioned on the RFP will be considered invalid.
Send all applications to:vits@dca.dk
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