# THREE YEAR FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR SUPPLY OF TREATED WOODEN POLES (LOCAL MANUFACTURERS ONLY)

- **Reference:** KP1/9A.3/OT/07/FA/26-27
- **Issuer:** [Kenya Power & Lighting Company](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/kenya-power-lighting-company.md)
- **Type:** Framework Agreements
- **Published:** 2026-10-29
- **Closing date:** 2026-11-19 11:00 EAT
- **Sectors:** [Wood and wood products](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/C16.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Three-year framework agreement for the supply of treated wooden poles (local manufacturers only).** Kenya Power invites bids from eligible Kenyan manufacturers to supply treated wooden poles under a Framework Agreement for three years. The local manufacturing requirement allows only Kenyan producers; joint ventures are permitted with exemptions under Kenyan competition law. Bidders must be eligible to bid in public procurement, comply with PPADA and applicable laws, and provide evidence such as a current tax clearance where applicable.

#### Requirements
- Local manufacturing requirement: only Kenyan manufacturers may participate.
- Eligibility and integrity: meet general eligibility criteria, not insolvent/debarred, fulfill tax obligations, no corrupt practices, compliant with Competition Act.
- Joint ventures: permitted with exemptions; all members jointly liable; JV to seek exemption if awarded.
- Manufacturer authorization: if the bidder does not manufacture the goods itself, provide Manufacturer’s Authorization and related confirmations.
- Other: avoid conflicts of interest; provide origin/conformity evidence and tax clearance as required.

#### How to Apply
- Deadline: 19 November 2026 at 08:00, with electronic submission via the KPLC E-procurement Portal (RFx 1000003314); watch for addenda.
- Submission method: online through KPLC e-procurement portal.
- Documents: Form of Tender, Price Schedules, Tender Security or Declaration, Joint Venture Agreement (if applicable), Manufacturer’s Authorization (if applicable), tax clearance evidence, eligibility and conformity documents as per ITT/Section II–IV.
- Pre-bid: no pre-bid meeting; clarifications in writing; addenda issued as needed.
- Where to obtain: tender documents on the KPLC E-Procurement Portal (RFx 1000003314) and via www.kplc.co.ke.

Prices must be quoted in Kenyan Shillings and remain valid for 210 days from the closing date; VAT is treated as specified in the tender rules.

## Description

Venue: STIMA PLZA AUDITORIUM

## Documents

- TENDER ADVERTISEMENT
- SPECIFICATION
- TENDER DOCUMENT

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## Published on

- [Kenya PPIP Tenders](https://tenders.go.ke/tender/310527)

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