Terms of Reference Procurement and Supply of Chickens the Acting Now for Food Security and Resilient Production Systems Project

1.0 INTRODUCTION

• Increased income for farmers by supporting establishment of chicken rearing projects to diversify household income sources.
• Improved household food and nutrition security as a result of chicken products consumption and increased purchasing capacity at 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. Procure and supply at least 2-month old 160 hens and 40 roosters.
2. Build capacity of beneficiaries on modern chicken rearing practices

• Conduct site assessments prior to chicken distribution.
• Ensure that the chicken houses are suitable for modern chicken rearing.

• Production system and breeds
• Housing and equipment
• Nutrition, feeding and water management
• Health, hygiene and biosecurity
• Flock management and handling
• Agribusiness and record keeping

1. Provide all materials, labour, transport, and tools required for implementation.
2. Ensure the chickens meet the criteria-they are healthy and are at least 2-month old.
3. Observe occupational health and safety standards during implementation.
4. Ensure timely completion of activities within agreed timelines.
5. Provide technical support during distribution of chickens.

1. Inception report and implementation work plan.
2. Site assessment report for all sites (indicating the viability in terms of housing and equipment)
3. Procurement and distribution of 160 hens and 40 roosters (at least 2-month old)
4. Training of trainers (ToT) on good chicken husbandry
5. ToT and beneficiary training reports including attendance lists and training materials.
6. Final assignment completion report in both Word and PDF formats.

2.7 Expert/Consultant’s Profile:

• Proven experience in similar activities
• Experience working with community livelihood or agricultural projects.
• Technical expertise in poultry projects particularly in chicken rearing.
• 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 implementation schedule - Day 10 –11
5. Selection, Procurement and distribution of chickens - Day 12 – Day 18
6. Beneficiary (ToTs) training sessions - Day 19 – Day 22
7. Inspection and commissioning - Day 22 – Day 23
8. Submission of draft final report - Day 25
9. Submission of final report - Day 30