Tenders Are Invited For Production, Supply And Distribution Of Improved Cooking Stoves (Ics) Under Congo Nile Divide Climate Resilience Project

Tenders are invited for Production, Supply and Distribution of Improved Cooking Stoves (ICS) Under Congo Nile Divide Climate Resilience Project - Rwanda. Location: Kigali Deadline: Monday, 19/10/2026 23:59 1. About Cordaid Cordaid is an internationally operating value-based emergency relief and development organization, working in and on fragility. We stand with those who are hardest hit by poverty and conflict. We support them in their struggle to move beyond survival and to fully participate in equitable and resilient societies. Cordaids vision is a world where people live with dignity and peace and enjoy equal access to resources and opportunities that promote sustainable development. In Rwanda, Cordaid focuses on strengthening food security, climate resilience, and inclusive economic development by collaborating with government institutions, local communities, and private sector actors. Interventions include supporting smallholder farmers through market system development, facilitating access to finance, promoting sustainable agricultural practices, and integrating climate change adaptation strategies for building resilient communities. 2. Background and context Cordaid Rwanda, in partnership with the Rwanda Forestry Authority (RFA) and other implementing partners, is implementing the project Building Resilience of Vulnerable Communities to Climate Variability in Rwandas Congo Nile Divide Through Forest and Landscape Restoration (CND Project). The project is cofinanced by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and the Government of Rwanda through the Ministry of Environment. The project is led by the Rwanda Forestry Authority (RFA) as the executing entity. It aims to strengthening ecosystem services, reduce climate vulnerability, and improve sustainable livelihoods in the region. and implemented in partnership with development partners including Cordaid. As part of efforts to reduce deforestation and improve household energy efficiency, the project promotes the adoption of Improved Cooking Stoves (ICS). These technologies reduce fuel consumption, lower indoor air pollution, and contribute to climate mitigation by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. 3. Objectives of the Assignment The objective of this assignment is to support the adoption of improved multi-fuel cooking technologies in districts of Rutsiro and Karongi. The selected supplier will manufacture 8,500 units of Improved Cooking Stoves (ICS) model of Tier 3 and distribute 4000 units to selected vulnerable households on the poverty graduation list (poor women-headed households, youth, landless people, and people with disabilities) and 4500 units on a market based model to willing households in the selected districts supporting the development of a sustainable local market for clean cooking technologies at an affordable cost. 4. Scope of work and responsibilities The supplier shall manufacture, supply and distribute Improved Cooking Stoves (ICS) that comply with applicable Rwanda Standards Board (RSB) Tier 3 requirements to selected CND project beneficiaries in Rutsiro and Karongi Districts. Propose an ICS Tier 3 technologies compliant with RSB standards and regulatory guidelines from Rwanda Energy Group (REG) Supply and facilitate the distribution of 4,000 Improved Cooking Stoves (ICS) to identified vulnerable households in the project target districts, in accordance with the beneficiary lists Avail and distribute 4,500 Improved Cooking Stoves (ICS) available to the wider community through a market-based approach at a subsidized price. Beneficiary households under this approach shall purchase the ICS directly from the Supplier or access them through financing arrangements facilitated by Savings Groups and Participating Financial Institutions (PFIs). Train and employ at least 20 youth per district in the manufacture and servicing of the supplied ICS model to create local jobs, build technical capacity, and promote the sustainability of ICS services beyond the project period. Provide reports on the number of ICS supplied, validated and certified by an authorized representative at Cell or Sector level, with supporting beneficiary records. Supply the ICS as a complete household package comprising the improved cooking stove, compatible stove adapter (Urugara) where applicable to preserve heat loss, stable wood stand/support, one cooking pot. Provide practical beneficiary training on safe and effective stove use, appropriate fuelwood dimensions and preparation, energy-efficient cooking practices, cleaning, routine maintenance, troubleshooting and basic repair. Provide user information materials in Kinyarwanda, including an illustrated user manual and, where appropriate, audio-visual or demonstration materials for users with limited literacy. In collaboration with Cordaid, local government and community structures, conduct cooking demonstrations and public awareness activities highlighting health, fuel-efficiency, environmental and climate benefits of ICS adoption. Establish an accessible after-sales service and complaints mechanism and provide repair, replacement, maintenance and warranty support throughout the agreed warranty period. Maintain a traceable serial-number register linking each stove to its production batch, delivery location and beneficiary record. 5. Technical Specifications for ICS All improved cooking stoves supplied must comply with the national standards published by the Rwanda Standards Board (RSB), Tier 3 model testified by the batch test report for all parameters. 11.1. Quality, Environmental and Social Performance The supplier shall maintain documented quality assurance and quality-control procedures throughout production, packaging, storage and distribution. The supplier shall manage production waste, scrap metal, clay and other materials responsibly and minimize environmental impacts associated with manufacturing and distribution. The supplier shall comply with applicable occupational health and safety requirements for workers involved in manufacturing, transport, distribution, installation and servicing. The supplier shall not use child labour or forced labour and shall comply with applicable labour laws and Cordaid safeguarding and code-of-conduct requirements. The supplier shall identify key environmental and social risks and corresponding mitigation measures in the implementation work plan. 12. Ethical Considerations The consultant must comply with Cordaids safeguarding, code of conduct, integrity, anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, child protection, environmental responsibility, and data protection policies throughout the assignment. 13. Confidentiality and Proprietary Rights All deliverables, including the developed solutions, will become the property of Cordaid and its partners. The service provider must maintain strict confidentiality regarding any proprietary or sensitive information obtained during the assignment. 14. Right to Cease Advertisement Cordaid reserves the right to withdraw or cease the advertisement for this consultancy at any time prior to the signing of a contract. This decision may be made at Cordaids discretion and without obligation to provide reasons for such withdrawal. All interested parties will be promptly notified if the advertisement is cancelled. Applications should be submitted via email to [email protected] by 19th October 2026. Please use the subject line: Production, Supply and Distribution of Improved Cooking Stoves." Note: There will be an organized online Q&A session on 14th October 2026 for interested prospective bidders. For participation, please send your email by 13th October 2026 via [email protected] with subject line ICS online Q&A session. [Disclaimer: The above text is machine translated. For accurate information kindly refer the original document.] Tender Link : https://www.jobinrwanda.com/job/terms-reference-production-supply-and-distribution-improved-cooking-stoves-ics-under-congo-nile