Supply, Installation, Training, and Maintenance of Apiary Equipment and Systems

1.0 INTRODUCTION

• Increased income for farmers by supporting the establishment of apiary (beekeeping) interventions to diversify household income sources.
• Improved household food and nutrition security as a result of increased purchasing capacity at the household level, enabling them to diversify diets.
• Promoted inclusive participation of women, youth, and vulnerable groups in economic activities and livelihood diversification, contributing to improved rural economic resilience.

1. Supply and install modern branded Langstroth beehives and hive stands at identified apiary sites.
2. Promote sustainable apiculture as an alternative livelihood enterprise.
3. Strengthen household resilience and income diversification.
4. Build beneficiaries' capacity in modern beekeeping practices, apiary management, sustainable harvesting, and safety procedures.
5. Support environmental conservation and pollination services within farming systems.

1. Five (5) branded modern Langstroth beehives (with bottom board, brood box, retractable entrance, plastic/wooden queen excluder, super box, temperature regulation board and ventilated cover).
2. Five (5) metallic hive stands (4.5 feet long).
3. Five harvesting kits each comprising of:

• Two (2) bee suit sets and gloves;
• One (1) stainless steel hive tool;
• One (1) bee brush;
• Two (2) pairs of rubber gumboots;
• One (1) smoker;
• One (1) beekeeper’s bag.

1. Installation and positioning of hives at designated apiary sites.
2. Branding of hives and associated materials as per Solidaridad visibility requirements.

• Conduct site assessments prior to installation.
• Ensure proper spacing and positioning of hives according to recommended apiculture standards.
• Install hive stands securely and appropriately above ground level.
• Ensure apiary locations promote hive safety, accessibility, and productivity.
• Provide guidance on environmental considerations and colony establishment.

1. Introduction to modern beekeeping;
2. Apiary establishment and management;
3. Hive inspection and maintenance;
4. Colony composition and management;
5. Honey harvesting and post-harvest handling;
6. Pest and disease management;
7. Occupational health and safety during beekeeping activities;
8. Marketing and value addition opportunities.

1. Provide all materials, labour, transport, and tools required for implementation.
2. Ensure all supplied equipment meets acceptable quality standards.
3. Observe occupational health and safety standards during implementation.
4. Ensure timely completion of activities within agreed timelines.
5. Replace defective materials identified during inspection.
6. Provide technical support during the establishment phase of the apiaries.

1. Inception report and implementation work plan.
2. Site assessment report for all apiary locations.
3. Supply and installation of all beehives and associated equipment.
4. Branding and labeling of supplied equipment.
5. ToT and beneficiary training reports including attendance lists and training materials.
6. Apiary establishment and commissioning report.
7. Final assignment completion report in both Word and PDF formats.
8. Warranty documentation for supplied equipment where applicable.

2.7 Expert/Consultant’s Profile:

• Proven experience in modern beekeeping and apiary establishment.
• Experience working with community livelihood or agricultural projects.
• Technical expertise in apiculture and farmer training.
• At least three (3) references for similar assignments completed within the last five years.
• Relevant business registration and statutory compliance documents.
• Availability of qualified technical personnel.
• Verified Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and VAT registration certificate.

2.8 Consultancy Period:

1. Contract signing and kickoff meeting - Day 1-2
2. Submission of inception report and work plan - Day 5
3. Site assessments and verification - Day 6 – Day 7
4. Approval of the implementation schedule - Day 8
5. Procurement and branding of materials - Day 9 – Day 15
6. Installation of the beehives - Day 16– Day 18
7. Beneficiary (ToTs) training session - Day 19 – Day 21
8. Inspection and commissioning - Day 22 – Day 23
9. Submission of the draft final report - Day 25
10. Submission of final report - Day 30