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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(Consulting Firms)
LESOTHO
WOOL AND MOHAIR VALUE CHAIN COMPETITIVENESS PROJECT
Assignment Title: Digitalisation of Breeding Centers
Reference No.: LSO‑2000003942‑0137‑CS‑QCBS
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition has received financing from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) towards the cost of the Wool and Mohair Value Chain Competitiveness Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the recruitment of consulting services.
The use of any IFAD financing shall be subject to IFAD’s approval, pursuant to the terms and conditions of the financing agreement, as well as IFAD’s rules, policies, and procedures. IFAD and its officials, agents, and employees shall be held harmless from and against all suits, proceedings, claims, demands, losses, and liability of any kind or nature brought by any party in connection with the Wool and Mohair Value Chain Competitiveness Project.
Scope of Services
The consulting services (“the services”) include digitalisation of the breeding centers. This initiative is intended to ensure precise traceability by enabling:
- Easy access to individual animal records
- Availability of historical data
- Real‑time status updates
These improvements will lay the groundwork for a holistic livestock management strategy within the breeding centers.
Invitation for Expressions of Interest
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Nutrition (“the Client”) invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to indicate their interest in providing the above services.
Interested consulting firms must submit information demonstrating that they possess:
- Required qualifications
- Relevant experience to perform the services
Ethical, Compliance and Conflict of Interest Provisions
Consultants are advised to familiarize themselves with the following IFAD policies:
- Anti‑Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Policy
https://www.ifad.org/en/document-detail/asset/41942012 - Revised IFAD Policy on Preventing Fraud and Corruption
www.ifad.org/anticorruption_policy - IFAD Policy on Preventing and Responding to Sexual Harassment, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA)
https://www.ifad.org/en/document-detail/asset/40738506 - IFAD Privacy Policy
https://www.ifad.org/en/privacy
By submitting an Expression of Interest, consultants confirm that they have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the IFAD Privacy Policy.
Consultants must not have any actual, potential, or reasonably perceived conflict of interest. Failure to disclose any such conflict may result in:
- Disqualification
- Contract termination
- Other actions under IFAD policies
Detailed conflict‑of‑interest provisions apply, including restrictions related to:
- Government or client employees
- Former government or client staff
- Multiple EOIs under the same procurement
- Family or business relationships impacting procurement integrity
Selection Method
Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost‑Based Selection (QCBS) method, as set out in the IFAD Project Procurement Handbook, available at:
www.ifad.org/project-procurement
Shortlisting Criteria
| Criteria | Description | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | General experience of the firm/company | 20 |
| 2 | Specific experience in similar assignments | 40 |
| 3 | Availability of suitable technical staff | 20 |
| 4 | Financial capacity | 20 |
Consultants may associate with other firms through joint ventures or sub‑consultancies to strengthen their qualifications.
Requests for Clarification
Requests for clarification must be submitted by email no later than:
- 18 May 2026 at 16:00 hrs (Lesotho time)
Responses will be issued by:
- 21 May 2026 at 16:00 hrs (Lesotho time)
Submission of Expressions of Interest
Expressions of Interest must be submitted in written form and soft copy using the prescribed forms.
Deadline for submission:
26 May 2026 at 12:00 hrs (Lesotho time)
Submission Address
Wool and Mohair Value Chain Competitiveness Project
Attn: Procurement and Contracts Manager
P.O. Box 24
Department of Livestock Services
Old Airport Road, Moshoeshoe II
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