Tenders Are Invited For Lead Consultant Nationwide Agricultural Collection & Aggregation Market Feasibility Study

Tenders are invited for Lead Consultant Nationwide Agricultural Collection & Aggregation Market Feasibility Study 3. Scope of Work The consultant will conduct a structured study covering the following components: 3.1 Value Chain Focus The study should analyse confirmed high-volume value chains (e.g., horticulture, vegetables, fruits), and assess 12 emerging value chains where potential growth is evident. Activities include: Market sizing and segmentation (local, regional, export). Seasonal supply patterns and production hotspots. Pricing behaviour and buyer dynamics. Post-harvest handling and cold-chain requirements. 3.2 Geographic Analysis A national scan focusing on: High-production districts and aggregation zones. Existing informal or formal markets. Road access, logistics infrastructure, and connection to TRUK routes. Preliminary validation of potential agricultural collection points, aggregation market nodes. Expected output: A shortlist of 2030 highest-priority sites, justified by quantitative and qualitative evidence. 3.3 Stakeholder & Market Assessment Identify and analyse: Cooperatives, farmer groups, traders, exporters, transporters. Local authorities, NAEB, MINAGRI, district agricultural officers. Competing market infrastructure (public or private). 3.4 Commercial Feasibility & Financial Analysis Provide: Demand forecasts (short, medium, long term). Market throughput potential by value chain. Revenue projections for agricultural collection points, aggregation markets. CAPEX/OPEX estimates (indicative). Economic viability assessment (e.g., IRR, NPV high-level acceptable). Sensitivity scenarios (seasonality, pricing shocks, supply disruptions). 3.5 Route Design & Logistics Mapping Map agricultural flows from farm to market. Identify TRUKs optimal logistics corridors. Recommend route redesign or expansion opportunities. Assess synergy with TRUKs cold-chain network. 3.6 Investment Sequencing & Roadmap Develop a practical investment roadmap, including: Phased implementation plan (priority Phase 1015 sites). Partner and investor readiness assessment. Regulatory and compliance considerations. 3.7 Integration of Existing Data The consultant shall review and incorporate TRUKs existing datasets and documents including: Production data, market information, site assumptions, investor notes, and prior feasibility work. 4. Expected Deliverables The consultant is expected to deliver: 4.1 Inception Report (within 2 weeks of contract signature) Refined methodology Work plan & timeline Stakeholder engagement approach Data requirements list 4.2 Interim Progress Note Preliminary insights Emerging priority sites Identified data gaps 4.3 Draft Feasibility Report Covering all components in Section 3 including: Site prioritisation matrix Demand estimation models Value chain analysis Financial viability assessment Route & logistics mapping Investment roadmap 4.4 Final Report A polished, integrated report including: Executive summary Full feasibility analysis GIS-based maps Financial models (annexed) Recommendations and sequencing plan 4.5 Presentation to TRUK Management A PowerPoint presentation summarising findings and recommendations. 5. Methodology The Consultant shall propose a robust methodology including but not limited to: Desk review of existing reports, studies, datasets Field visits to selected districts Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) Focus group discussions with farmers, traders, cooperatives Data modelling and geospatial analysis Financial forecasting and scenario planning The methodology should balance strategic analysis with practical feasibility insights, as emphasised in the attachment content 6. Duration & Timeline The assignment is expected to take 812 weeks. Bidders should submit a detailed activity schedule. Location: Kigali Deadline: Sunday, 08/02/2026 18:00 [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://www.jobinrwanda.com/index.php/job/lead-consultant-nationwide-agricultural-collection-aggregation-market-feasibility-study

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