Consultancy Services to conduct a Feasibility Study, Detailed Engineering Design and supervision of the Sardine and Small Pelagic fish processing plant at Kipumbwi Pangani District in Tanga Region

Project: Tanzania Scaling-up Sustainable Marine Fisheries and Aquaculture Management Project (TASFAM)

THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

MINISTRY OF LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES - TASFAM

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)

REF. NO.: TR99/TASFAM/P179969/2025/2026/C/08; TZ-MLF-516101-CS-QCBS FOR

PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION: Consultancy Services to conduct a Feasibility Study, Detailed Engineering Design, and supervision of the Sardine and Small Pelagic fish processing plant at Kipumbwi Pangani District in Tanga Region

30/04/2026

Table of contents

LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS 4

INVITATION NOTICE 5

QUALIFICATION AND EVALUATION CRITERIA 7

DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITY/SERVICES 12

SCOPE OF ACTIVITY / SERVICES 13

ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

EoI	Expression of Interest
G.N.	Government Notice
GPN	General Procurement Notice
ICS	International Competitive Selection
NCS	National Competitive Selection
NeST	National e-Procurement System of Tanzania
PPA	Public Procurement Act, Cap. 410

THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

MINISTRY OF LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES - TASFAM

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)

TR99/TASFAM/P179969/2025/2026/C/08; TZ-MLF-516101-CS-QCBS FOR

Consultancy Services to conduct a Feasibility Study, Detailed Engineering Design, and supervision of the Sardine and Small Pelagic fish processing plant at Kipumbwi Pangani District in Tanga Region

30/04/2026

1. This invitation for expression of interest (pre-qualification) follows the General Procurement Notice (GPN) dated 23/02/2026.
2. The MINISTRY OF LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES - TASFAM has received a Credit from the World Bank toward the cost of Consultancy Services to conduct a Feasibility Study, Detailed Engineering Design, and supervision of the Sardine and Small Pelagic fish processing plant at Kipumbwi Pangani District in Tanga Region, and it intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services (“the Services”) include Consultancy Services to conduct a Feasibility Study, Detailed Engineering

Design, and supervision of the Sardine and Small Pelagic fish processing plant at Kipumbwi Pangani District in Tanga Region.

1. The MINISTRY OF LIVESTOCK AND FISHERIES - TASFAM now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services for a period of 150.
2. Interested all eligible tenderers must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services by submitting consultant’s profile, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc. The specific shortlisting criteria are indicated in section of qualification and evaluation criteria.
3. Consultants may associate with other firms in the form of a joint venture or a sub - consultancy to enhance their qualifications.
4. The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection method set out in the Consultant Guidelines.
5. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraph 1.9 of the World Bank’s Gui delines: Selection and Employment of Consultants [under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants] by World Bank Borrowers of Fourth Edition November 2020 (“Consultant Guidelines”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
6. Interested eligible consultants may obtain further information through National e- Procurement system (NeST)
7. Expressions of Interest (EoI) must be delivered though NeST before deadline indicated on NeST.

Permanent Secretary

P.o.Box 2847, Dodoma

EVALUATION CRITERIA

• • Commercial Evaluation

1. 1. 1. Eligibility

• • • • Litigation History (SCORE: Comply/Not Comply to specified minimum requirements)

Litigation History Start Year	2023-01-01
Litigation History End Year	2025-12-31

1. 1. 1. Standard Tender Forms

• • • • Notarized Special Power of Attorney (SCORE: Comply/Not Comply to specified minimum requirements)

Bidder must fill in Standard Power of Attorney as per the required format and upload it into the system.

• • Technical Evaluation

1. 1. 1. Experience

• • • • Specific Experience (SCORE: Comply/Not Comply to specified minimum requirements)

	completed at least three (3) similar projects
Specific Experience Start Year	2023-01-01
Specific Experience End Year	2025-12-31
Number of Specific Experience Contracts	3
Value of each specific experience contract in the specified tender currency	100000000

• • • • General Experience (SCORE: Comply/Not Comply to specified minimum requirements)

General experience start date	2023-01-01
General experience end date	2025-12-31
Number of contract	3
Contract value in the specified currency	100000000

1. 1. 1. Key Personnel

• • • • Key Personnel (SCORE: Comply/Not Comply to specified minimum requirements)

Technician

Education Level

1 Team Leader/PPP Specialist • Advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Law, Public Administration, or related fields. 2 Financial Analyst • Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Marketing, International Trade Economics, Business Administration, or related discipline. Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent • Master’s degree in civil engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field. • Professional registration as Professional Engineer by ERB. 4 Architect • Master’s degree in architecture or related field. • Professional registration as Architect by AQRB. 5 Quantity Surveyor • Master’s degree degree in building economics or related field. • Professional registration as Quantity Surveyor by Architects and Quantity Surveyors Registration Board (AQRB) 6 Technology Specialist • Master’s degree in Food Technology, Chemical and Processing Engineering, or related technical discipline. 7 Electrical Technician • Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Ordinary Diploma in Electrical or Electromechanical engineering • Professional registration from Engineers Registration Board (ERB)

and EWURA 8. Mechanical Technician • Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Ordinary Diploma in Electromechanical engineering

Experience of Key Personnel

1 Team Leader/PPP Specialist • Minimum 10 years of practical experience leading PPP project preparation and structuring in infrastructure or processing sectors. • Demonstrated experience working with public and private stakeholders in PPP transactions Tanzania. • Expertise in navigating PPP regulatory frameworks, contract negotiation, and transaction advisory services. 2. Financial Analyst • Minimum 8 years’ experience in financial modelling, project finance, and investment appraisal. • Proven ability to develop financial models for PPP projects, including cash flow analysis and risk assessment. • Experience with sensitivity and scenario analysis in infrastructure or Agri-processing sectors. 3 Civil/ Structural Engineer • At least 8 years of experience designing processing plants, cold storage, or related food industry facilities. • Proven record preparing detailed design drawings, cost estimates, and construction management plans. 4. Architect • At least 10 years of experience designing

processing plants, cold storage, or related food industry facilities. • Proven record preparing detailed design drawings and construction management plans. 5. Quantity Surveyor • At least 8 years of experience quantification and preparation of specifications of civil works. 6. Technology Specialist • Minimum 10 years’ experience in food processing technology including micro-canning, equipment specification, and operational optimization. • Experience advising on technology transfer and capacity building for local operators. 7. Electrical Technician • At least 8 years of experience designing electrical industrial drawings. 8. Mechanical Technician • At least 8 years of experience designing mechanical industrial drawings.

Description of Services

Kipumbwi village, located in Pangani District of Tanga Region, is one of Tanzania’s most active small-scale fisheries hubs, particularly for sardines and other small pelagic species. The village hosts the busiest fish landing site in the district, serving as a strategic entry and exit point for marine products to and from the Zanzibar Archipelago. Despite its productivity, Kipumbwi faces significant challenges in post-harvest handling, value addition, and environmental management. These losses stem from poor handling, inadequate storage, weather exposure, and gendered constraints in access to resources. In this context, the proposed feasibility study and detailed design of a sardine and small pelagic fish processing plant aim to:

• Reduce post-harvest losses and improve product quality.
• Enhance income generation and employment, especially for women and youth.
• Promote climate-resilient infrastructure and eco-friendly technologies.
• Align with Tanzania’s Blue Economy strategy and international sustainabilityframeworks.

Scope of Activity

SCOPE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The assignment will be conducted in two phases asfollows:

1. FeasibilityStudy; and
2. DetailedArchitectural, Engineering Design and preparation of Bill of quantities.

Feasibility Study (in accordance with PPP Act & Regulations) Technical Assessment

The Consultant shall conduct a comprehensivetechnical assessment of the project site and related infrastructure todetermine the technical viability of establishing the sardine and small pelagicprocessing plant. This assessment will include:

1. SiteEvaluation: Physical andtechnical appraisal of the proposed site, identifying potential constraints orchallenges that could affect project implementation.
2. ExistingInfrastructure: Review ofexisting facilities and utilities at the site to establish whether any supportor coordination is required from the Contracting Authority (CA) for sitepreparation.
3. Accessto Utilities: Assessmentof availability, reliability, and capacity of essential services includingenergy (electricity), water supply, wastewater disposal, and solid wastemanagement systems.
4. RelocationNeeds: Identification ofany utilities or services that may need to be relocated to accommodate the project.
5. Transportand Access: Evaluate site access roads, parkingfacilities, pedestrian routes, and potential traffic congestion impactsassociated with the project. The Consultant shall carry out a trafficimpact assessment and propose appropriate mitigation measureswhere necessary. The assessment should also consider logisticsand access routes to ensure that project inputs can beefficiently transported to the site and that final products can reliably accesslocal, regional, and export markets.
6. PreliminaryEngineering Design:Provide a high-level outline of preliminary engineering concepts, plant layoutoptions, and infrastructure requirements necessary to support the proposedfacility.

Economic Assessment

The Consultant shall undertake a detailed economicassessment of the sardine and small

pelagic fish processing plant including thefollowing components:

1. SectorBackground: Provide anoverview of the fisheries sector dynamics and performance, highlighting keytrends and economic variables (e.g., GDP contribution, inflation, interestrates) that may positively or negatively affect the project’s sustainability.Only variables relevant to project impact should be included.
2. ResourceAssessment: Evaluate fishsupply at Kipumbwi and surrounding areas, including seasonal variations, catchvolumes, species and size composition, sustainability (in consultation with Beach Management Units - BMUs) andthe organoleptic quality of the landed products. In addition, consider therecommendations of the SWIOFC's Working Group on Small Pelagic Fish assessing thestocks to understand their status, catch potential, and sustainability.
3. ProjectDemand: Estimate andforecast local, regional and international demand for small pelagic fish andrelated products, considering that only fish waste may be used for theproduction of fish meal and fish oil. Describe the methodology used to generatedemand forecasts, including any surveys, market studies, or econometric modelsapplied.
4. SectorAssessment (SWOT Analysis):Conduct a SWOT analysis identifying the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,and Threats related to the small pelagic fishery and the proposed project.Illustrate how the project will enhance sector performance and contribute tooverall economic growth and development within the fisheries industry.
5. EconomicBenefits: Identify andquantify welfare gains attributable to the project, such as income generationincluding both directbenefits (e.g., project operations) and indirect benefits, such as businesses andservices that may emerge along the supply chain, poverty reduction, employmentcreation, improved productivity, and food security.

Provide a clear outline ofthe methods used to estimate these benefits.

1. Investment,Operational, and Capital Costs: Provide a detailed breakdown of investment,operational, and capital costs, converting all market prices intoeconomic/shadow prices that reflect the true social opportunity cost of theproject. The analysis shall exclude transfer payments (e.g., taxes and subsidies)and incorporate the valuation of both positive and negative externalities. Inaddition, the assessment should consider maintenance capacity and costs, aswell as the costs associated with accessing local, regional, and exportmarkets.
2. EconomicAnalysis and Sensitivity Testing: Calculate and present key economic

indicators,including the Economic Rate of Return (ERR) and the Benefit-Cost Ratio (BCR).Conduct a sensitivity analysis to test the robustness of results under varyingassumptions. The analysis should include a detailed discussion of theunderlying hypotheses and the sources of data used in estimating both costs andbenefits.

Commercial Assessment

The Consultant shall conduct a thorough commercialassessment of the sardine and small pelagic processing plant including thefollowing elements:

1. ProjectStructure: Present theexpected project structure, detailing financing arrangements includingpotential debt and equity options, funding sources, and investment requirementsnecessary for successful implementation under a PPP framework.
2. Proposed PPP Model: Recommend the mostappropriate Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model (e.g., Operation andMaintenance, Concession, Joint Venture) based on the project’s nature, riskprofile, and stakeholder interests. The analysis should also include a governanceassessment, covering roles, responsibilities, decision- makingstructures, and mechanisms for oversight, accountability, and disputeresolution among project stakeholders.
3. RiskIdentification, Allocation and Mitigation: Develop a comprehensive risk matrix identifyingall major project risks, assessing their probability and impact, and proposingclear allocation of risks between the public and private partners.

Outlinemitigation strategies for each identified risk.

1. OutputSpecification: Define theservices to be delivered by the private partner during the operation andmaintenance phase, including the type, volume, and quality of outputs (e.g.processed sardine products). Specify key performance indicators (KPIs) andstandards to be used for performance monitoring and contract management.
2. ProjectRevenue: Derive a list ofpotential end products, ranging from dry-salted to oil preserved and/or canned,with particular attention to current micro-cannery technologies designed forseasonal landings with varying volumes. Describe potential revenue streams,pricing mechanisms, and tariff structures envisaged under the PPP agreement.
3. PaymentMechanism: Outline theproposed payment modalities and mechanisms, including any government payments,user fees, or milestone-based disbursements to the private partner.

1. Asset/FacilitiesHandover: Define proceduresand conditions for handover of assets and facilities at the end of the PPPcontract term, including maintenance standards and quality requirements.
2. MarketSounding: Detail the marketsounding activities conducted to gauge interest and feedback from potentialinvestors, private sector bidders, and financiers.
3. MarketAppetite: Summarize theoutcomes of the market sounding exercise, highlighting the commercial profileof prospective bidders and financiers, and their readiness and capacity toparticipate in the project without disclosing confidential information.

Financial Assessment

The Consultant shall conduct a comprehensivefinancial assessment of the sardine and small pelagic processing plant coveringthe following areas:

1. FinancialViability: Present theresults of the financial assessment, including all key assumptions used infinancial modelling such as capital and operating costs, revenue projections,pricing, and financing structure. Provide detailed financial statementsincluding projected Income Statement, Cash Flow, and Balance Sheet over theproject life cycle. Calculate financial metrics including Financial InternalRate of Return (FIRR), Financial Net Present Value (FNPV), payback period, andDebt Service Coverage Ratios (DSCR). Compare these results against relevantmarket benchmarks and justify the selection of benchmarks applied.
2. SensitivityAnalysis: Performsensitivity analyses to assess the impact of key variables and risks on thefinancial viability of the project. Variables to be tested may include changesin demand, pricing, cost overruns, interest rates, and operationalefficiencies.
3. GovernmentSupport (If Any):Identify any required government fiscal support or subsidies, outlining thetiming and magnitude of direct and contingent liabilities. Detail the processfor approval of any such support, which must be deliberated by the PPP SteeringCommittee and approved by the Minister of Finance as per applicable laws andregulations.
4. AffordabilityAssessment: Provide aforward-looking analysis of the affordability of the project to both users(e.g., fishers, processors, exporters) and the government.

Consider thecapacity of users to pay and the fiscal space available for governmentcontributions or guarantees.

1. Valuefor Money (VfM): Present bothqualitative and quantitative assessments of Value for Money. This shouldinclude a comparison of the proposed PPP model with the Risk-

Adjusted PublicSector Comparator (PSC) to demonstrate the benefits and cost- effectiveness ofthe PPP approach.

Legal Assessment

The Consultant shall conduct a comprehensive legalassessment of the sardine and small pelagic processing plant covering thefollowing key areas:

1. Legaland Regulatory Review: Analyse relevant laws,permits, and standards (e.g., fisheries regulations, food safety from TanzaniaBureau of Standards).
2. LegalEnvironment: Identify andanalyse all relevant legislation, regulations, and legal frameworks applicableto the project. This includes but is not limited to laws governing Public-PrivatePartnerships (PPPs), public procurement, foreign investment, property rights, labour,land use planning, environmental protection, and sector- specific fisheriesregulations. Assess any legal obstacles, risks, or constraints that couldimpact project implementation and operations. Identify all required permits,licenses, and approvals necessary for the project.
3. ProjectReadiness: Evaluate thelegal and regulatory capacity of the contracting authority and relevantinstitutions to support the PPP project. Assess the status of legalrequirements for project execution, including the ownership status of projectland and availability of valid title deeds. If title deeds or land rights arenot secured, provide a detailed description of the process, associated costs,and timelines necessary to obtain them.

Institutional Assessment

The Consultant shall undertake an institutionalassessment to support the sardine and small pelagic processing plant includingthe following:

1. Stakeholders:Identify and introduceall relevant regulators, approval authorities, and key stakeholders involved inor impacted by the PPP project. This includes government agencies, localauthorities, sector regulators, community groups, and any other pertinententities.
2. Rolesand Responsibilities: Describethe roles and responsibilities of each stakeholder and the existingcoordination and collaboration arrangements among them. Explain how the projectwill align with stakeholder mandates and how their interests and requirementswill be accommodated throughout the project lifecycle.
3. StakeholderReadiness: Assess thereadiness and capacity of the Contracting Authority (CA) and other keystakeholders to undertake the project. This includes

institutionalpreparedness, resource availability, and ability to effectively manage andoversee the PPP arrangement.

Conclusion and Next Steps

The Consultant shall prepare a comprehensiveconclusion and roadmap based on the feasibility study findings, including thefollowing components:

1. SummaryStatement: Provide a clearsummary of the overall project viability, including fiscal affordability andvalue for money, based on technical, economic, commercial, financial, legal,institutional, and environmental assessments.
2. CriticalIssues: Identify andhighlight critical issues and risks that are essential for decision- making toprogress to the procurement phase. Present a gaps analysis detailing anyoutstanding matters that must be resolved prior to initiating procurement ofthe private partner.
3. ImplementationPlan: Develop adetailed implementation plan outlining key activities and milestones from thecurrent stage through to technical and financial close, and the plannedcommencement of operations. The plan should include realistic timelines andresponsible parties.
4. ProcurementPlan: Outline theproposed PPP procurement process, including key stages such as marketengagement, tender preparation, bid evaluation, contract award, and contractsigning. Detail any planned approaches to ensure transparency, competitiveness,and compliance with the Public Private Partnership Act, 2018 as amended by the PublicPrivate Partnership (Amendment) Act, 2023 and Public Private PartnershipRegulations, 2020 and Public Private Partnership (Amendment) Regulations, 2023.

Detailed Architectural and Engineering Designs

The Consultant shall prepare comprehensive detailedArchitectural and Engineering designs and associated documentation tosupport the construction and commissioning of the sardine and small pelagicprocessing plant including the following deliverables:

Architectural and Engineering Designs

1. In conjunction with industry experts, draw up a listof the agreed product lines and the areas required for their processing .
2. Consider the sustainable and climate-resilient features, such asenergy-efficient lighting, solar power, and rainwater harvesting wherefeasible.

1. Develop full architectural designs for the processingplant as stipulated in the table 1 below to ensure compliancewith applicable building codes, food health and safety regulations (HACCP), andPPP project requirements.
2. Prepare detailed structural engineering designscovering foundations, superstructure, roofing, flooring, and other criticalbuilding components.
3. Ensure efficient workflows within processing andstorage areas. vi.Incorporate provisions for future expansion orupgrades where feasible. Table 1: Civil Works andInfrastructure layout

SN	Facility	Description
1	Processing Building	Sardine boiling, drying, sorting, weighing, and packaging zones with food-grade floors and walls, water drainage system
2	Administrative Office	Offices for plant managers, quality control, logistics, accounting, and ICT/data room
3	Room-Temperature Warehouse	For packaging materials, processed goods ready for local delivery
4	Cold Storage Warehouse	Chilled rooms for semi-finished and finished products awaiting shipment/export
5	Flake Ice room	Flake ice room to produce flake ice
6	Sanitation Facilities	Workers changing rooms, showers, toilets, and sanitation stations, process water and wastewater treatment systems
7	Power and Water Supply System	Backup generator, borehole or piped water system with filtration and treatment unit
8	Access Roads & Loading Docks	Vehicle access for raw fish delivery and export container loading

Bill of Quantities (BoQ) and Detailed Specifications

1. Prepare a comprehensive Bill of Quantities (BoQ)detailing all construction materials, equipment, and labour inputs required forthe project.
2. Develop detailed Specifications covering civil works,plumbing, electrical and mechanical

systems, ICT, and ancillary infrastructure.

1. Provide unit rates, quantities, and total costs,ensuring alignment with local market prices and international benchmarks.
2. Include contingencies and allowances for pricefluctuations, taxes, and duties where applicable.

Machinery Specification

1. Identify and specify all required machinery andequipment for the facility, including automated boiling, drying, sorting,packaging, and cold storage systems.
2. Machinery Specifications: For each piece of machinery,provide detailed specifications including capacity, power consumption, technicalstandards, and preferred suppliers or manufacturers that meet recognizedinternational quality certifications. The assessment should also ensure thatthe selected machinery is easily serviceable and reparable locally, and thatsuppliers/manufacturers can provide reliable after-sales support, spare partsavailability, and maintenance services.
3. Assess the suitability and ease of operation ofmachinery, prioritizing technologies that are dependable, energy-efficient, andmanageable within the local context.

Spare Parts, Maintenance, and Training: Provide recommendations for spare parts, maintenance requirements, and training needs for operational staff. Particular emphasis should be placed on ensuring that the machinery selected under point (ii) is easily repairable locally, with preferred suppliers/manufacturers able to offer maintenance support, spare parts availability, and capacity-building for staffin operation and upkeep.