Statement of Requirements (SoR) for
Goods
Title: Purchase of Authentic Seaweed Grinding Machine and Soap Making Machine.
Background
Project Reference: P04809
Donor reference: AVTZ00019
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About the Project
Pamoja Tuhifadhi Bahari Yetu (BY) Project is a four-year initiative (2024–2028) implemented by IUCN,
TNC, WCS, WWF, FORUMCC, and government counterparts in Mainland Tanzania (through the Ministry
of Livestock and Fisheries-MLF) and Zanzibar (through the Ministry of Blue Economy and Fisheries-
MOBEF). The project aims to:
➢ Improve environmental protection and biodiversity conservation of coastal and marine
ecosystems.
➢ Strengthen community-led coastal forest resource management.
➢ Reduce plastic pollution in rivers, estuaries, and the marine environment; and
➢ Enhance institutional and research capacity for coastal and marine resource management.
The project is structured around five work packages (WP), each of which is implemented by a distinct
partner, and, when necessary, by two partners, to achieve the outcomes. The WP are in the following
areas: the protection of marine resources and biodiversity, the strengthening of community-led
management of coastal forests, the prevention of plastic litter in marine and estuary water bodies, the
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enhancement of institutional capacities for the research, monitoring, surveillance, and management of
coastal and marine resources, and the last project management, coordination, and acceleration of
impact.
Under Work Package 1: Marine Ecology and Blue Economy Development, the project aims to promote
sustainable blue economy enterprises through the identification, strengthening, and incubation of
community-based groups engaged in marine and coastal value chains. As part of this intervention, the
project will support selected Blue Economy Incubation (BEI) groups through a comprehensive package
of assistance, including technical capacity-building, business development support, access to
appropriate technologies, and structured incubation services to enhance productivity, value addition, and
market competitiveness.
To facilitate value addition within the seaweed value chain, the project intends to procure and distribute
eight (8) Seaweed Grinding Machines to selected BEI groups, comprising two (2) groups in Zanzibar and
six (6) groups in Mtwara Region. The equipment will enable beneficiary groups to process dried seaweed
into seaweed flour for the production of value-added products such as soaps, cosmetics, food
supplements, animal feed additives, and organic fertilizers, thereby increasing income opportunities and
reducing post-harvest losses.
Payment Terms and conditions.
Payment after service delivery.
The proposed Seaweed Grinding Machines and Soap making machines shall meet the following
minimum technical specifications:
Description of the Goods
Line-item no. Description of Goods / Services Unit Quantity
(add attachment for technical specification if very required
detailed)
1 Authentic Seaweed Grinding Machine: (100mm iron 1 8
sheet, 25HP, 50mm center shaft,1500RPM, B90 Belt,
209 cones bearing, 6mm grinding pestles, grinding
capacity of up to 1000kg raw seaweed
( Aproximately200kg seaweed flour) per day (12 hours)
2 STAINLESS STEEL SOAP MIXING TANK WITH 1 8
AGITATOR
• Type: Vertical Mixing Tank
• Capacity: 100 Litres Minimum
• Material: Food/Cosmetic Grade Stainless Steel
(Grade 304)
• Mixing System: Motorized Agitator
• Motor Power: 1–2 HP
• Voltage: 220V/50Hz or 380V/50Hz
• Mixing Speed: Adjustable
• Drainage Valve: Stainless Steel
• Cover Lid: Included
• Mounted on Heavy Duty Frame
• Easy Cleaning Design
• Corrosion Resistant
General Requirements
i. All modules must be preassembled and factory-tested prior to delivery.
ii. The supplier is responsible for ensuring full hardware and software integration.
iii. Documentation (manuals, electrical diagrams, certificates) must be provided in
English/Swahili.
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After sales
After-Sales Services and Delivery Requirements
The supplier shall provide comprehensive after-sales support as part of the quoted price. This shall
include:
1. Transportation and Delivery of all equipment to the designated beneficiary groups.
2. Installation and Commissioning of the equipment at each beneficiary site to ensure full
operational functionality.
3. Hands-on Training for end users on the safe operation, routine maintenance, troubleshooting,
and proper utilization of the equipment.
4. Provision of operation and maintenance manuals
5. [...]
Procurement details
Reference: IUCN-26-10-Grinding, Soap Making Machine-1225
Procedure: SOP1 - Open Procedure
Procurement type: Field - Equipment & Supplies
IUCN office (lead): ESARO Tanzania
Requisitioning unit: ESARO Tanzania Programme (TZ)
Project: P04809 Bahari Yetu
Country of performance: Tanzania, United Republic of
Expected contract duration: 30 days
Estimated contract value: 25,000-199,999 CHF
Currency of proposals: USD - United States dollar
Language of documents: English
Deadline for questions: 02 November 2026 20:59 UTC
Deadline for technical and financial proposals: 17 November 2026 20:59 UTC
Expected contract award date: 30 November 2026 20:59 UTC
Documents
- Terms of Reference: SOR_Seaweed Grinding Machine and soap making.pdf
- Conditions for Participating: Conditions for Participating ENG-SPA-FRA v23-09-26.pdf
- Standard contract: Standard Agreement.docx
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