Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa, COMESA,African Union
07-03-2025
Work Detail
Request for proposals are invited for Invest, Operate and Manage Litholoana Tsa Basotho Cannery and Fresh Produce Market Centre A feasibility study and business plan have been completed, and LNDC invites proposals from qualified domestic investors to invest, operate and/or manage the integrated Fresh Produce Market Centre and Cannery. 3. OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT The project aims to: Establish a sustainable and profitable fruit and vegetable processing facility. Create value addition for local agricultural produce. Enhance market access for local farmers and cooperatives. Facilitate regional and international exports of processed food products. Generate employment and contribute to economic development. The following are the envisaged business activities of the integrated companies backed with full feasibility studies and business plan: a) Vegetables farming b) Vegetables and Fruits processing c) Vegetables and Fruits Canning d) Contract Canning of vegetables and fruits for local processors e) Sale and distribution of fresh produce to local and international markets Marketing and distribution to local and international markets 4. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIS) 1. Production Output: Reach production of at least 1,500 tons of fruits and vegetables annually within the first three years. 2. Job Creation: Employ at least 100 workers within two years. 3. Supply Chain Development: Source at least 60% of raw materials from local farmers by year two. 4. Revenue Growth: Achieve a minimum of 15% annual revenue growth. 5. Export Targets: Secure export agreements with at least two regional or international markets within five years 8. INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS Physical Submissions: Must be in a sealed envelope labelled LNDC CANNERY AND FRESH PRODUCE INVESTMENT and delivered to LNDC Reception, Level 1 Block A Development House, by 12:00 PM on March 7th, 2025. Electronic Submissions: Send proposals in PDF format to tenders@lndc.org.ls with the subject LNDC CANNERY AND FRESH PRODUCE INVESTMENT by 12:00 PM on March 7th, 2025 Tender Link : http://www.lndc.org.ls/tenders
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