Framework Contract for Hire of Road construction equipment, plant and Machinery

Overview

Framework Contract for Hire of Road Construction Equipment, Plant and Machinery to hire and supply road construction equipment, plant and related services under a framework arrangement. Open to all bidders; suitable for contractors and vendors with a fleet of road construction machinery and capability to provide installation, maintenance, and related services.

Requirements

• Compliance with Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015; include a declaration not to engage in corruption.
• No debarment or disqualifications; provide evidence of eligibility and independent tender determination.
• Eligible tenderers: individual, private entity, JV (joint venture) with joint and several liability; each member must be clearly represented.
• Avoid conflicts of interest; disclose relationships and ensure no involvement of public officers.
• Tax clearance certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority; demonstrate tax compliance.
• If not manufacturing the goods, provide Manufacturer’s Authorization or local representation for maintenance and spare parts.
• Origin and conformity: declare country of origin; ensure goods/related services meet technical specs and local eligibility requirements (Kenyan sourcing rules may apply).
• Tender Security or Tender-Securing Declaration as specified in the TDS; tender validity period.
• Submit as a single package, with original and copies; serialise all pages; sign all entries.
• For JV, provide the Joint Venture Agreement or intent to execute one.

How to Apply

• Deadline: 28 Oct 2026 10:00 (electronic submission allowed; see documents) (see Framework Contract for Hire of Road Construction Equipment, Plant and Machinery.pdf).
• Where to obtain documents: free download from Nakuru website or tenders.go.ke; electronic submissions via supplier portal; hard copies to the Tender Box at Moi Road, Nakuru HQ.
• Documents to submit: Form of Tender; Price Schedules; Tender Security or Declaration; Manufacturer’s Authorization (if applicable); JV documents; eligibility and conformity evidence; compliance certifications.
• Language: English.
• Currency: Kenyan Shillings (tenders may allow other currencies as per TDS).
• Briefing/clarifications: questions via written requests; pre-tender meeting details to be specified in the TDS.
• Evaluation: bids opened publicly; lowest evaluated tender meeting the criteria; standstill period of 14 days after notification of award.
• Contact: County Government of Nakuru Supply Chain Office (supplychain@nakuru.go.ke).