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EOI: Engagement of Service Provider for Waste Management/Disposal

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization with service and research programs on infectious such as HIV, tuberculosis, and other emerging and re-emerging infections; and non-infectious diseases including non-communicable diseases and cancers. IHVN is engaged in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, training, research, and providing care and support services. IHVN operates through partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

Expression of Interest TitleEngagement of Service Provider for Waste Management/Disposal
Reports to: Administration Department
Location:IHVN Campus, Abuja
Contract Duration:Contract is for one year but renewable based on the availability of funds and performance

We currently have an opportunity to engage a waste disposal company to manage solid and liquid biomedical wastes being generated from the clinical diagnostics and research laboratories at the IHVN campus.

Required Services

  • Work with the Administrative and Laboratory Departments to evacuate wastes being generated at IHVN’s offices and laboratories which comprise of two seven floors buildings at the IHVN campus
  • Evacuate waste at least once a week from the offices and the laboratories at IHVN campus
  • Provide appropriate waste bins for solid and liquid waste including biomedical waste from the offices and the laboratories at IHVN campus from where the wastes will be picked
  • Evacuating sewage waste at regular intervals
  • Ensure the safe and efficient handling and disposal of all solid and liquid waste

Instructions/Requirements for EOI

  • EOI must include company profile and the profile should (i) demonstrate the capacity to safely dispose biomedical solid and liquid waste including the use of autoclaves, incinerators, and other safe means for toxic waste (ii) must show proof of familiarity with health safety regulations including for the different categories of pathogens including Category A, B and C Priority Pathogens
  • Must include proof of registration with the Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB) and have a current registration certificate
  • All EOI must be in ink or type written, submission in pencil will not be accepted
  • EOI must be properly sealed
  • Submission must include copies of tax clearance certificates for the past three years
  • Evidence of at least two similar jobs made in the past for IHVN/other organizations etc
  • Proof of registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC)
  • Proof of DUNS certification
  • The validity period for all proposed rates must be stated as: 90 days from the date of this bid’s expiration

EOI Start Date and Time:  28th March 2022
EOI Deadline Date/ Time:  27th April 2022

The title of the EOI should be written on the “Top Left Hand Corner” of the envelope and addressed/submitted to:

Deputy Director, Supply Chain Management,
Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria(IHVN)

IHVN Campus, 6th Floor,

Plot 62, Emeritus Umaru Shehu Avenue, Cadastral Zone COO,

After BAZE University, Off CITEC Road, Abuja-NIGERIA.Tel: +234 (0) 9 4610342

INVITATION TO BID FOR THE AUCTION OF UNSERVICEABLE OFFICE ITEMS.

The Institute of Human Virology (IHVN) is a leading and reputable non-governmental organization addressing infectious and non-infectious diseases such as HIV, tuberculosis and cancer through the provision of prevention, diagnosis, treatment, capacity building, research, and care and support services. IHVN is in partnership with local and international organizations and the different tiers of the government of Nigeria at national, state and local levels. The Institute’s vision is to be a leader in providing quality health services, capacity building and research in West Africa and beyond.

The list of all unserviceable items that are up for auction are contained in below table:

FURNITURE
S/NDESCRIPTIONAVAILABLE
1OFFICE TABLES46
2WOODEN SIDE SHELVES29
3METAL CABINETS16
4BIG PHOTOCOPY MACHINE1
5SMALL PHOTOCOPY MACHINE1
AIR CONDITIONERS
 DESCRIPTIONAVAILABLE NUMBER
1SPLIT AC140
2STANDING AC8

GENERAL REQUIREMENT

  1. Items on disposal are bought “as they are” without any liability to the institute.
  2. Highest bidder wins the bid but IHVN staff shall be accorded priority on bids if his/her bid tallies with that of an outsider and winners will be communicated by the admin unit.
  3. Bid winners are to make payment within 48 hours to designated account, failure which the item(s) shall be offered to the next highest bidder and so on and so forth.
  4. A bid report will be submitted to the Executive management through the office of Director Admin.
  5. Multiple bids from the same bidder would be disqualified.

SUBMISSION OF BIDS

Interested persons should submit their bids in sealed envelope boldly marked at the top left
corner:-

BID FOR AUCTION OF UNSERVICEABLE ITEM(S)’’

and addressed to: –

Deputy Director SCM/Procurement
Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria
IHVN Campus, 6th Floor, Cadastral Zone COO
Plot 62, after BAZE University, Off CITEC Road, Abuja-NIGERIA.
Tel: +234 (0) 9 4610342.

  • Opening Date/ Time: 08/03/2022         10:00 am
  • Closing Date/ Time: 14/03/2022         10:00 am

IMPORTANT NOTICE

  • Nothing in the advert shall be construed to be a commitment on the part of the Institute.
  • At the expiration of the bid period, all bids will be opened by a representative of the procurement unit with representatives of administration and compliance units in attendance.
  • The successful persons(s) will be notified formally.

Request For Proposal (RFP) – IHVN Cafeteria

The Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria is seeking proposals from qualified catering organizations for the provision and management of full-service cafeteria at the IHVN Campus, Abuja. Our goal is to partner with a vendor that can help us increase food service participation, and support corporate initiatives to promote healthy lifestyles and sustainable practices.

This RFP will highlight the services required for the delivery of food catering services. Our intention is to ensure that all FOOD, HEALTH AND SAFETY, and related requirements are adhered to, as per the established standards and as per the company’s requirements to achieve its customer satisfaction.

  • Opening Date/ Time: 02/03/2022         10:00 am
  • Closing Date/ Time: 18/03/2022         11:59 pm

For more on this RFP, Please download the complete RFP document below;
Request for Proposals (RFP) IHVN Cafeteria

Invitation to Bid for the Supply of Laboratory Consumables and Non Health Items under ACHIEVE grant.

BackgroundThe Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN) was established in 2004 as a local organization to address the HIV/AIDS crisis in Nigeria through the development of infrastructure for treatment, care, prevention, and support for people living with and that affected by HIV/AIDS but has now expanded its services to other infectious diseases of TB and malaria, including cancers.  IHVN is structured to develop and maintain linkages with local and international organizations in collaborative ways that support the Government of Nigeria’s health sector strategic plans. IHVN key technical and funding partners are the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.
BID Title:Supply of Laboratory Consumables and Non Health Items under ACHIEVE grant.
Scope of BidBidders are invited to submit a Bid for the goods and/or services specified above: Schedule of Requirements, in accordance with this bid.
Interpretation of the BidThis RFB is an invitation to treat and shall not be construed as an offer capable of being accepted or as creating any contractual, other legal or restitutionary rights. This RFB is conducted in accordance with the applicable provisions of IHVN Procurement Manual (latest version of which can be accessed at: www.ihvnigeria.org and other relevant Organizational Directives and Administrative Instructions that are referred to in the Procurement Manual.
LanguageThe Bid, as well as all correspondence and documents relating to the Bid shall be written in the English language, unless specified otherwise in the bid advert. Supporting documents and printed literature furnished by the Bidder may be in another language provided they are accompanied by an accurate translation of the relevant passages into the English language, in which case, for purposes of interpretation of the Bid, such translation shall govern. The Bidder shall bear all costs of translation to the governing language and all risks of the accuracy of such translation.
Bid EligibilityBidders may be a private, public or government-owned legal entity or any association with legal capacity to enter into a binding Contract with IHVN.   A Bidder, and all parties constituting the bidder, may have the nationality of any country with the exception of the nationalities, if any, listed in United State Government Debarment List. A Bidder shall be deemed to have the nationality of a country if the Bidder is a citizen or is constituted, incorporated, or registered and operates in conformity with the provisions of the laws of that country. A Bidder shall not have a conflict of interest. A bidder shall be considered to have a conflict of interest if: A Bidder has a close business or family relationship with a IHVN personnel who: (i) are directly or indirectly involved in the preparation of the bidding documents or specifications of the contract, and/or the bid evaluation process of such contract; or (ii) would be involved in the implementation or supervision of such contract;A Bidder is associated, or has been associated in the past, directly or indirectly, with a firm or any of its affiliates which have been engaged by IHVN to provide consulting services for the preparation of the design, specifications, and other documents to be used for the procurement of the goods, services or works required in the present procurement process;A Bidder has an interest in other bidders, including when they have common ownership and/or management. Bidders shall not submit more than one bid, except for alternative offers, if permitted. This will result in the disqualification of all bids in which the Bidder is involved. This includes situations where a firm is the Bidder in one bid and a sub-contractor on another; however, this does not limit the inclusion of a firm as a sub-contractor in more than one bid. Bidders must disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest in the Bid Submission and they shall be deemed ineligible for this procurement process unless such conflict of interest is resolved in a manner acceptable to IHVN. Failure to disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest may lead to the Bidder being sanctioned. A Bidder shall not be eligible to submit a quotation if and when at the time of quotation submission, the Bidder: Is included in any other Ineligibility List from a IHVN partner and if so listed in United State Government Debarment List.Is currently suspended from doing business with IHVN and removed from its vendor database(s), for reasons other than engaging in proscribed practices as defined in the IHVN Procurement Policy.  
Fraud & Corruption, Gifts and HospitalityIHVN strictly enforces a policy of zero tolerance on proscribed practices, including fraud, corruption, collusion, unethical or unprofessional practices, and obstruction of IHVN vendors and requires all bidders/vendors to observe the highest standard of ethics during the procurement process and contract implementation. IHVN’s Anti-Fraud email: [email protected] can be reached at all times to report any foul play at any level. Bidders/vendors shall not offer gifts or hospitality of any kind to IHVN staff members including recreational trips to sporting or cultural events, theme parks or offers of holidays, transportation, or invitations to extravagant lunches or dinners. In pursuance of this policy, IHVN: Shall reject a bid if it determines that the selected bidder has engaged in any corrupt or fraudulent practices in competing for the contract in question.Shall declare a vendor ineligible, either indefinitely or for a stated period, to be awarded a contract if at any time it determines that the vendor has engaged in any corrupt or fraudulent practices in competing for, or in executing an IHVN contract.
  Clarification of the BidBidders may request clarification in relation to the RFB by submitting a written request to the contact stated in the Bid advert, until the time stated as deadline on the RFB. Explanations or interpretations provided by personnel other than the named contact person will not be considered binding or official.
Bid CurrencyThe bid shall be made in Naira. If applicable, for comparison and evaluation purposes, IHVN will convert the quotations into USD at the official IHVN rate of exchange in force at the time of the deadline for Bid Submission. IHVN reserves the right not to reject any bid submitted in a currency other than the mandatory bidding currency. IHVN may accept bid submitted in another currency than stated above if the Bidder confirms during clarification of quotations in writing that it will accept a Contract issued in the mandatory bid currency and that for conversion the official IHVN operational rate of exchange of the day of RFB deadline as stated in Section I: RFB Particulars shall apply. Regardless of the currency of quotations received, the Contract will always be issued and subsequent payments will be made in the mandatory bidding currency above. Rates in bids shall be fixed. Bids with adjustable rates shall be disqualified.
TaxesContract sum shall be subjected to deduction of 5% withholding tax
Payment TermsIHVN will ordinarily effect payment within 2 to 3 weeks after receipt of the goods/services and on submission of payment documentation.
AuditIHVN may conduct an audit of the contract awarded to determine its completeness, efficacy as well as the performance of the supplier which will be used as a basis for the engagement of the vendors for future procurements.
RequirementsAbility to meet delivery targets within IHVN’s specified time period.
Bid ProtestAny Bidder that believes to have been unjustly treated in connection with this RFB process or any Contract that may be awarded as a result of such RFB process may submit a complaint to IHVN Management through postal service using the address provided on IHVN website www.ihvnigeria.org
Responsiveness of BidIHVN’s determination of a Bid’s responsiveness will be based on the contents of the Bid itself. A substantially responsive Bid is one that conforms to all the terms, conditions, and specifications of the bid advert without material deviation, reservation, or omission. If a Bid is not substantially responsive, it shall be rejected by IHVN and may not subsequently be made responsive by the Bidder by correction of the material deviation, reservation, or omission.
Evaluation of BidThe evaluation team shall review and evaluate the Bids on the basis of their responsiveness to the Schedule of Requirements and Technical Specifications and other documentation provided, applying the procedure indicated in the bid advert. Absolutely no changes may be made by IHVN in the criteria after all Bids have been received. IHVN reserves the right to undertake a post-qualification exercise, aimed at determining, to its satisfaction the validity of the information provided by the Bidder. Such post-qualification shall be fully documented and, among those that may be listed in the bid advert, may include, but need not be limited to, all or any combination of the following : (a)Verification of accuracy, correctness and authenticity of the information provided by the bidder on the legal, technical and financial documents submitted; (b)Validation of extent of compliance to the IHVN requirements and evaluation criteria based on what has so far been found by the evaluation team; (c)Inquiry and reference checking with Government entities with jurisdiction on the bidder, or any other entity that may have done business with the bidder; (d)Inquiry and reference checking with other previous clients on the quality of performance on on-going or previous contracts completed; (e)Physical inspection of the bidder’s plant, factory, branches or other places where business transpires, with or without notice to the bidder; (f)Testing and sampling of completed goods similar to the requirements of IHVN, where available; and (g)Other means that IHVN may deem appropriate, at any stage within the selection process, prior to awarding the contract.
Qualification CriteriaGeneral Criteria: The Bidder shall possess the necessary professional and technical qualifications and competence, financial resources, production capability with equipment and other physical facilities, including after-sales service where appropriate, managerial capability, specific experience, reputation, and the personnel to perform the contract. To qualify for a multiple number of lots in a package for which Bids are invited in the Invitation for Bids, The Bidder shall demonstrate having resources and experience sufficient to meet the aggregate of the qualifying criteria for the individual lots Experience Criteria:   a minimum number of years of overall experience in the supply of goods and related services;a minimum production capacity or availability of equipment; and in case of a Bidder offering to supply goods which the Bidder did not manufacture or otherwise produce, the Bidder has been duly authorized by the goods’ Manufacturer or producer to supply the goods. Financial Criteria: Evidence of satisfactory completion of supply of similar goods of value
Award CriteriaPrior to expiration of the period of Bid validity, IHVN shall award the contract to the qualified and eligible Bidder that is found to be responsive to the requirements of the Schedule of Requirements and Technical Specification, and has offered the lowest price or the most reasonable price.
Bank Guarantee for Advanced PaymentAll contractor shall produce a banker’s guarantee or insurance bond prior to request for advance payment from the sum of N2.5m and above
Supplier Code of Conduct  IHVN is committed to working in partnership with our suppliers to realize the full value of our relationships and to positively contribute to our stakeholder communities and the environment. Therefore, the following conducts are expected from our suppliers: In keeping with our commitment to exercising appropriate standards of professionalism and ethical conduct in all business activities, IHVN will not tolerate bribery or corruption in any form, or any breach of its Anti-Bribery Policy.Fraud & Corruption, Gift and Hospitality: IHVN strictly enforces a policy of zero tolerance on proscribed practices, including fraud, corruption, collusion, unethical or unprofessional practices, and obstruction of IHVN vendors and requires all bidders/vendors to observe the highest standard of ethics during the procurement process and contract implementation. IHVN’s Anti-Fraud email: [email protected] can be reached at all times to report any foul play at any level.Suppliers are expected to maintain accurate records of their activities and performance that clearly demonstrate compliance with all applicable standards, regulations and IHVN requirements.Suppliers must disclose any personal relationships, economic interest or other ties to their business held by an employee or contractor with IHVN.Suppliers shall provide IHVN with high-quality products and services that meet all applicable quality and demonstrate that they have robust Standard Organization of Nigeria requirements in place. We expect suppliers to immediately report to IHVN of any concerns about product safety.Suppliers shall take appropriate measures to secure and protect all confidential information related to its relationship with IHVN and use it only for the purpose authorized under contractual agreement. This obligation shall remain in force regardless of the status of the business relationship.Suppliers to IHVN shall carry out operations with care for the environment and at a minimum will comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.Suppliers shall also comply with any additional category specific requirements regarding the goods or services provided to IHVN, for example our requirements in respect of specification.
  Instructions to Bidding/Requirements  All bids must be in ink or type written; submission in pencil will not be accepted.

All enquiries regarding the proposed application for the above should be addressed to the Deputy Director Procurement/HOD SCM of IHV-Nigeria.

Bids must be properly sealed.Bidders not registered with IHVN must include company profile.All bids must provide evidence of tax clearance certificates for the past three years.All bids must provide evidence of at least two similar Jobs made in the past for IHVN/other organizations etc.The bidders must specialize in the supply of Laboratory and I.T./stationeries items with proof Bidders not registered with IHVN must provide proof of registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).Bidders not registered with IHVN must show proof of DUNS certification.Bids should be submitted to the head office on or before the date below specified as deadline.Bids will be opened at the expiration of the bid advert. Any quote with percentage/calculation error will be disqualified at the tender meeting.All bidders must indicate their bid validity period as 90 days from the date of this bid’s expiration.As time is of the essence, delivery of goods shall be between 6 to 8 weeks from the date of receipt of L.P.O by contractor.Bidders bidding for Laboratory consumable should not bid for Non health items and vice versa.  
Note*Bids which must reach us within twenty (20) working days from the date of this publication should have the title of the BID written on the “Top Left Hand Corner” of the envelope.   DETAILS OF THE REQUESTED ITEMS ARE CONTAINED IN ANNEX 1 & 2 BELOW
Funding AgencyACHIEVE Grant
Bid Start Date/ Time16/02/2022         8:00 am
Bid Deadline Date/ Time15/03/2022         10:00 am
  Contact
The Deputy Director Procurement/HOD SCM SCM Department Supply Chain Management Department
Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria
Cadastral Zone COO Plot 62, after BAZE University, off CITEC Road, Abuja-NIGERIA
Tel: +234 (0) 9 4610342, 4610341, Fax: +234 Ext. 4025 Email: [email protected]

Annex 1:         

LABORATORY CONSUMABLES NEED
S/NoMANUFACTURERDescriptionUOMQuantity
1 Microlife (ML)Vacutainer tube, EDTA (K3) 4ml 1000/CSCs58
2 Microlife  (ML)Vacutainer tube, EDTA (K3) 10ml 1000/CSCS50
3Medi-ScanVacutainer, needles (21 guage) (100/pk)PK6000
4 Gloves, nitrile exam  -(Large) 100pcs/PkPk4,240
5 Gloves, nitrile exam  -(Medium) 100/pkPk2,125
6 Gloves, nitrile exam  -(X-Large) 100/pkPk2,122
7 Universal Container (30mls)pcs7,083
8 Methylated spirit (2L)bottle1,285
9 Ziplock Bag (5 *7 inches) (100pcs/pk)pks188
10 Cotton wool (500g)Roll2,570
11SharpieLab Sharpie Fine Tip black marker  (10/pk)PK131
12 WhatmanWhatman Filter paper (100/PK)pk110
13 Medi-ScanVacutainer needles (23G) 100/pkPks45
14 Surgical Face mask 50/pkpks2,540
15 Lab coats 30pcs/pk (Large)pks201
16 Lab coats 30pcs/pk (medium)pks216
17 Lab coats (30pcs/pk) (X-Large)pks201
18 Liquid Hand wash (500ml)Bottles50
19PurellHand Sanitizer (500ml)Bottles50
20Labmate1000uL filtered pipette tips, 5packs/CartonCarton35
21 Secondary rohren tubeCarton30

Annex 2:

Non-Health Commodities
S/NoMANUFACTURERDescriptionUOMQuantity
1Mondi rotatrimA4 Printing Paper, 5ream/PacksCarton65
2Hp90A Black Ink TonerPieces20
3Hp26A Black Ink TonerPieces10
4Hp05A Black Ink TonerPieces20
5 Masking TapePieces100
6SharpieBlack Permanent fine tip markerPack50
7 Black biroPack20
8 StaplerPieces20
9 Stapler pinsPack20
10ZebraField Labels, (Z-Select 4000T 1.5″ x 1.0″ (2260labels/roll)Roll270
11ZebraCrolabels (for cyovials)-Partnered printing 4140TT blank rolls labels for GX430t printers/0.875″ x 1.75″/blank white film (4000labels/roll)Roll50
12ZebraZebra ribbonPieces200
13RotatrimA4 Brown envelope (25/pk)Ctn30

Invitation to Bid for the Upgrade and Maintenance work at GH BORI, GH BONNY, RSUTH, UPTH and ZH AHODA under ACHIEVE grant.

Background

The Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria (IHVN) was established in 2004 as a local organization to address the HIV/AIDS crisis in Nigeria through the development of infrastructure for treatment, care, prevention, and support for people living with and that affected by HIV/AIDS but has now expanded its services to other infectious diseases of TB and malaria, including cancers.  IHVN is structured to develop and maintain linkages with local and international organizations in collaborative ways that support the Government of Nigeria’s health sector strategic plans. IHVN key technical and funding partners are the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.

BID Title:

Upgrade and Maintenance work at GH BORI, GH BONNY, RSUTH, UPTH and ZH AHODA under ACHIEVE grant.

Scope of Bid

  • Bidders are invited to submit a Bid for the goods and/or services specified above: Schedule of Requirements, in accordance with this bid.

Interpretation of the Bid

  • This RFB is an invitation to treat and shall not be construed as an offer capable of being accepted or as creating any contractual, other legal or restitutionary rights.
  • This RFB is conducted in accordance with the applicable provisions of IHVN Procurement Manual (latest version of which can be accessed at: www.ihvnigeria.org and other relevant Organizational Directives and Administrative Instructions that are referred to in the Procurement Manual.

Language

  • The Bid, as well as all correspondence and documents relating to the Bid shall be written in the English language, unless specified otherwise in the bid advert. Supporting documents and printed literature furnished by the Bidder may be in another language provided they are accompanied by an accurate translation of the relevant passages into the English language, in which case, for purposes of interpretation of the Bid, such translation shall govern.
  • The Bidder shall bear all costs of translation to the governing language and all risks of the accuracy of such translation.

Bid Eligibility

Bidders may be a private, public or government-owned legal entity or any association with legal capacity to enter into a binding Contract with IHVN.

A Bidder, and all parties constituting the bidder, may have the nationality of any country with the exception of the nationalities, if any, listed in United State Government Debarment List. A Bidder shall be deemed to have the nationality of a country if the Bidder is a citizen or is constituted, incorporated, or registered and operates in conformity with the provisions of the laws of that country.

A Bidder shall not have a conflict of interest. A bidder shall be considered to have a conflict of interest if:

  • A Bidder has a close business or family relationship with a IHVN personnel who: (i) are directly or indirectly involved in the preparation of the bidding documents or specifications of the contract, and/or the bid evaluation process of such contract; or (ii) would be involved in the implementation or supervision of such contract;
  • A Bidder is associated, or has been associated in the past, directly or indirectly, with a firm or any of its affiliates which have been engaged by IHVN to provide consulting services for the preparation of the design, specifications, and other documents to be used for the procurement of the goods, services or works required in the present procurement process;
  • A Bidder has an interest in other bidders, including when they have common ownership and/or management. Bidders shall not submit more than one bid, except for alternative offers, if permitted. This will result in the disqualification of all bids in which the Bidder is involved. This includes situations where a firm is the Bidder in one bid and a sub-contractor on another; however, this does not limit the inclusion of a firm as a sub-contractor in more than one bid.

Bidders must disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest in the Bid Submission and they shall be deemed ineligible for this procurement process unless such conflict of interest is resolved in a manner acceptable to IHVN. Failure to disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest may lead to the Bidder being sanctioned.

A Bidder shall not be eligible to submit a quotation if and when at the time of quotation submission, the Bidder:

  • Is included in any other Ineligibility List from a IHVN partner and if so listed in United State Government Debarment List.
  • Is currently suspended from doing business with IHVN and removed from its vendor database(s), for reasons other than engaging in proscribed practices as defined in the IHVN Procurement Policy.

Fraud & Corruption, Gifts and Hospitality

  • IHVN strictly enforces a policy of zero tolerance on proscribed practices, including fraud, corruption, collusion, unethical or unprofessional practices, and obstruction of IHVN vendors and requires all bidders/vendors to observe the highest standard of ethics during the procurement process and contract implementation.

IHVN’s Anti-Fraud email: [email protected] can be reached at all times to report any foul play at any level.

  • Bidders/vendors shall not offer gifts or hospitality of any kind to IHVN staff members including recreational trips to sporting or cultural events, theme parks or offers of holidays, transportation, or invitations to extravagant lunches or dinners.

In pursuance of this policy, IHVN:

  1. Shall reject a bid if it determines that the selected bidder has engaged in any corrupt or fraudulent practices in competing for the contract in question.
  2. Shall declare a vendor ineligible, either indefinitely or for a stated period, to be awarded a contract if at any time it determines that the vendor has engaged in any corrupt or fraudulent practices in competing for, or in executing an IHVN contract.

 

Clarification of the Bid

Bidders may request clarification in relation to the RFB by submitting a written request to the contact stated in the Bid advert, until the time stated as deadline on the RFB. Explanations or interpretations provided by personnel other than the named contact person will not be considered binding or official.

Bid Currency

The bid shall be made in Naira. If applicable, for comparison and evaluation purposes, IHVN will convert the quotations into USD at the official IHVN rate of exchange in force at the time of the deadline for Bid Submission.

IHVN reserves the right not to reject any bid submitted in a currency other than the mandatory bidding currency. IHVN may accept bid submitted in another currency than stated above if the Bidder confirms during clarification of quotations in writing that it will accept a Contract issued in the mandatory bid currency and that for conversion the official IHVN operational rate of exchange of the day of RFB deadline as stated in Section I: RFB Particulars shall apply. Regardless of the currency of quotations received, the Contract will always be issued and subsequent payments will be made in the mandatory bidding currency above.

Rates in bids shall be fixed. Bids with adjustable rates shall be disqualified.

Taxes

Contract sum shall be subjected to deduction of 5% withholding tax

Payment Terms

IHVN will ordinarily effect payment within 2 to 3 weeks after receipt of the goods/services and on submission of payment documentation.

Audit

IHVN may conduct an audit of the contract awarded to determine its completeness, efficacy as well as the performance of the supplier which will be used as a basis for the engagement of the vendors for future procurements.

Requirements

Ability to meet delivery targets within IHVN’s specified time period.

Bid Protest

Any Bidder that believes to have been unjustly treated in connection with this RFB process or any Contract that may be awarded as a result of such RFB process may submit a complaint to IHVN Management through postal service using the address provided on IHVN website www.ihvnigeria.org

Responsiveness of Bid

IHVN’s determination of a Bid’s responsiveness will be based on the contents of the Bid itself.

A substantially responsive Bid is one that conforms to all the terms, conditions, and specifications of the bid advert without material deviation, reservation, or omission.

If a Bid is not substantially responsive, it shall be rejected by IHVN and may not subsequently be made responsive by the Bidder by correction of the material deviation, reservation, or omission.

Evaluation of Bid

The evaluation team shall review and evaluate the Bids on the basis of their responsiveness to the Schedule of Requirements and Technical Specifications and other documentation provided, applying the procedure indicated in the bid advert. Absolutely no changes may be made by IHVN in the criteria after all Bids have been received.

IHVN reserves the right to undertake a post-qualification exercise, aimed at determining, to its satisfaction the validity of the information provided by the Bidder. Such post-qualification shall be fully documented and, among those that may be listed in the bid advert, may include, but need not be limited to, all or any combination of the following : (a)Verification of accuracy, correctness and authenticity of the information provided by the bidder on the legal, technical and financial documents submitted; (b)Validation of extent of compliance to the IHVN requirements and evaluation criteria based on what has so far been found by the evaluation team; (c)Inquiry and reference checking with Government entities with jurisdiction on the bidder, or any other entity that may have done business with the bidder; (d)Inquiry and reference checking with other previous clients on the quality of performance on on-going or previous contracts completed; (e)Physical inspection of the bidder’s plant, factory, branches or other places where business transpires, with or without notice to the bidder; (f)Testing and sampling of completed goods similar to the requirements of IHVN, where available; and (g)Other means that IHVN may deem appropriate, at any stage within the selection process, prior to awarding the contract.

Qualification Criteria

General Criteria:

The Bidder shall possess the necessary professional and technical qualifications and competence, financial resources, production capability with equipment and other physical facilities, including after-sales service where appropriate, managerial capability, specific experience, reputation, and the personnel to perform the contract.

To qualify for a multiple number of lots in a package for which Bids are invited in the Invitation for Bids, The Bidder shall demonstrate having resources and experience sufficient to meet the aggregate of the qualifying criteria for the individual lots

Experience Criteria:

  1. a minimum number of years of overall experience in the supply of goods and related services;
  2. a minimum production capacity or availability of equipment; and in case of a Bidder offering to supply goods which the Bidder did not manufacture or otherwise produce, the Bidder has been duly authorized by the goods’ Manufacturer or producer to supply the goods.

Financial Criteria:

  • Evidence of satisfactory completion of similar services of value

Award Criteria

Prior to expiration of the period of Bid validity, IHVN shall award the contract to the qualified and eligible Bidder that is found to be responsive to the requirements of the Schedule of Requirements and Technical Specification, and has offered the lowest price or the most reasonable price.

Bank Guarantee for Advanced Payment

All contractor shall produce a banker’s guarantee or insurance bond prior to request for advance payment from the sum of N2.5m and above

Supplier Code of Conduct

 

IHVN is committed to working in partnership with our suppliers to realize the full value of our relationships and to positively contribute to our stakeholder communities and the environment. Therefore, the following conducts are expected from our suppliers:

  • In keeping with our commitment to exercising appropriate standards of professionalism and ethical conduct in all business activities, IHVN will not tolerate bribery or corruption in any form, or any breach of its Anti-Bribery Policy.
  • Fraud & Corruption, Gift and Hospitality: IHVN strictly enforces a policy of zero tolerance on proscribed practices, including fraud, corruption, collusion, unethical or unprofessional practices, and obstruction of IHVN vendors and requires all bidders/vendors to observe the highest standard of ethics during the procurement process and contract implementation. IHVN’s Anti-Fraud email: [email protected] can be reached at all times to report any foul play at any level.
  • Suppliers are expected to maintain accurate records of their activities and performance that clearly demonstrate compliance with all applicable standards, regulations and IHVN requirements.
  • Suppliers must disclose any personal relationships, economic interest or other ties to their business held by an employee or contractor with IHVN.
  • Suppliers shall provide IHVN with high-quality products and services that meet all applicable quality and demonstrate that they have robust Standard Organization of Nigeria requirements in place. We expect suppliers to immediately report to IHVN of any concerns about product safety.
  • Suppliers shall take appropriate measures to secure and protect all confidential information related to its relationship with IHVN and use it only for the purpose authorized under contractual agreement. This obligation shall remain in force regardless of the status of the business relationship.
  • Suppliers to IHVN shall carry out operations with care for the environment and at a minimum will comply with all applicable environmental laws and regulations.
  • Suppliers shall also comply with any additional category specific requirements regarding the goods or services provided to IHVN, for example our requirements in respect of specification.

 

Instructions to Bidding/Requirements

  • All bids must be in ink or type written; submission in pencil will not be accepted.
  • All enquiries regarding the proposed application for the above should be addressed to the Deputy Director Procurement/HOD SCM of IHV-Nigeria.
  • Bids must be properly sealed.
  • Bidders not registered with IHVN must include company profile.
  • All bids must include copies of tax clearance certificates for the past three years.
  • All bids must provide evidence of at least two similar Jobs made in the past for IHVN/other organizations etc.
  • The bidders must specialize in the area of required services with proof
  • Bidders not registered with IHVN must provide proof of registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).
  • Bidders not registered with IHVN must show proof of DUNS certification.
  • Bids should be submitted to the head office on or before the date below specified as deadline.
  • Bids will be opened at the expiration of the bid advert.
  • All bidders must indicate their bid validity period as 90 days from the date of this bid’s expiration.
  • Any bid with percentage/calculation error will be disqualified at the tender meeting.
  • As time is of the essence, delivery of services shall be within 6 to 8 weeks from the date of receipt of L.P.O by contractor.

Note*

  • Bids which must reach us within ten (20) working days from the date of this publication should have the title of the BID written on the “Top Left Hand Corner” of the envelope.
  • Please find the Detailed Specifications/BOQ on attached annexes

Funding Agency

Ø  ACHIEVE Grant

Bid Start Date/ Time

19/01/2022         8:00 am

Bid Deadline Date/ Time

15/02/2022         10:00 am

 

Contact

The Deputy Director Procurement/HOD SCM

Supply Chain Management Department
Institute of Human Virology, Nigeria
IHVN Campus, 6th Floor, Cadastral Zone COO Plot 62, after BAZE University, Off CITEC Road, Abuja-NIGERIA.
Tel: +234 (0) 9 4610342, 4610341, Fax: +234 Ext. 4025

Email: [email protected]

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