Experts for the CBI project Kenya Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, focusing on a just transition to sea freight

This tender concerns the implementation of the ‘Kenya Fresh Fruits and Vegetables – the transition to sea freight’ programme, to contribute to the following long-term vision: The Kenyan FFV sector is actively working towards a just sea freight transition, therewith aiming to reduce CO2 emissions whilst offering an added value …

CPV: 75210000 Foreign affairs and other services
Deadline:
Sept. 25, 2025, 2 p.m.
Deadline type:
Submitting a bid
Place of execution:
Experts for the CBI project Kenya Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, focusing on a just transition to sea freight
Awarding body:
Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Award number:
202502028

1. Buyer

1.1 Buyer

Official name : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Legal type of the buyer : Central government authority
Activity of the contracting authority : Economic affairs

2. Procedure

2.1 Procedure

Title : Experts for the CBI project Kenya Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, focusing on a just transition to sea freight
Description : This tender concerns the implementation of the ‘Kenya Fresh Fruits and Vegetables – the transition to sea freight’ programme, to contribute to the following long-term vision: The Kenyan FFV sector is actively working towards a just sea freight transition, therewith aiming to reduce CO2 emissions whilst offering an added value market proposition to destination markets. Euro 830.000,-
Procedure identifier : f18f5303-ad36-421b-9437-29936c9a5283
Internal identifier : 202502028
Type of procedure : Open
The procedure is accelerated : no

2.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 75210000 Foreign affairs and other services

2.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Netherlands
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information : Kenya

2.1.3 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 830 000 Euro

2.1.4 General information

Additional information : The deadline for the receipt of Tenders and opening of new Tenders by the Tendering Authority has been updated and changed from 22 September 2025 to 25 September 2025 at 14:00 CEST.
Legal basis :
Directive 2014/24/EU

2.1.5 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Maximum number of lots for which one tenderer can submit tenders : 3
Terms of contract :
Maximum number of lots for which contracts can be awarded to one tenderer : 3

5. Lot

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0001

Title : Lot 1: Fresh Fruits and Vegetables sector expert for sea freight development, business coaching and market development
Description : This expert: • Has specific knowledge on FFV and the transition to sea freight. Understands the challenges SMEs face in joining the transition to sea freight, certification, quality control, and professionalisation. • Applies systems change strategies. • Coaches SME exporters on their product portfolio and the impact of air to sea transportation. • Has a strong knowledge of EU FFV markets and buyer requirements (such as quality, certification, logistics, finance). • Is familiar with inclusive business models, value chain strengthening, and product-market combinations. Euro 345.000,-
Internal identifier : 1

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 75210000 Foreign affairs and other services
Options :
Description of the options : The Tendering Authority intends to establish a Contract for each lot for a period of two (2) years, with a unilateral option to extend the contract up to two (2) times, each time for a period of one (1) year. The total duration of the Contract for each lot is maximum four (4) years including both extension-options.

5.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Netherlands
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information : Kenya

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 4 Year

5.1.4 Renewal

Maximum renewals : 2
Other information about renewals : An unilateral option to extend the contract up to two (2) times, each time for a period of one (1) year.

5.1.5 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 345 000 Euro

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
The names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to perform the contract must be given : Not required
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : yes

5.1.7 Strategic procurement

Aim of strategic procurement : No strategic procurement

5.1.10 Award criteria

Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : 5.2.1 Knowledge, experience and competence
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 40
Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : 5.2.2 Active network of EU buyers in FFV sector
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 20
Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : 5.2.3 Expertise in business coaching
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 20
Criterion :
Type : Price
Name : 5.4 Daily rates
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 20

5.1.11 Procurement documents

Deadline for requesting additional information : 01/09/2025 14:00 +02:00
Address of the procurement documents : https://www.tenderned.nl/aankondigingen/overzicht/390123

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : Dutch
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Variants : Not allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 25/09/2025 14:00 +02:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 4 Month
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 25/09/2025 14:10 +02:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Electronic invoicing : Required
Electronic ordering will be used : no
Electronic payment will be used : no

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
Framework agreement, without reopening of competition
Maximum number of participants : 1
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) - Rechtbank 's-Gravenhage
Organisation providing additional information about the procurement procedure : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Organisation receiving requests to participate : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0002

Title : Lot 2: Systems change expert for ecosystem development
Description : This expert: • Supports sector alignment and strengthens local service provision. • Is experienced in strengthening enabling environments and support ecosystems. • Has a strong track record in MSD and systems thinking. • Is skilled in capacity building, public-private dialogue facilitation, and advocacy. • Engages relevant ecosystem partners to ensure the sustainability and long-term impact of the project’s outcomes. Euro 365.000,-
Internal identifier : 2

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 75210000 Foreign affairs and other services
Options :
Description of the options : The Tendering Authority intends to establish a Contract for each lot for a period of two (2) years, with a unilateral option to extend the contract up to two (2) times, each time for a period of one (1) year. The total duration of the Contract for each lot is maximum four (4) years including both extension-options.

5.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Netherlands
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information : Kenya

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 4 Year

5.1.4 Renewal

Maximum renewals : 2
Other information about renewals : An unilateral option to extend the contract up to two (2) times, each time for a period of one (1) year.

5.1.5 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 365 000 Euro

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
The names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to perform the contract must be given : Not required
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : yes

5.1.7 Strategic procurement

Aim of strategic procurement : No strategic procurement

5.1.10 Award criteria

Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : 5.2.4 Knowledge, experience and competence
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 40
Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : 5.2.5 Expertise in institutional development support to sector actors
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 20
Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : 5.2.6 Expertise in ecosystem development for systemic change
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 20
Criterion :
Type : Price
Name : 5.4 Daily rates
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 20

5.1.11 Procurement documents

Deadline for requesting additional information : 01/09/2025 14:00 +02:00
Address of the procurement documents : https://www.tenderned.nl/aankondigingen/overzicht/390123

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : Dutch
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Variants : Not allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 25/09/2025 14:00 +02:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 4 Month
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 25/09/2025 14:10 +02:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Electronic invoicing : Required
Electronic ordering will be used : no
Electronic payment will be used : no

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
Framework agreement, without reopening of competition
Maximum number of participants : 1
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) - Rechtbank 's-Gravenhage
Organisation providing additional information about the procurement procedure : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Organisation receiving requests to participate : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0003

Title : Lot 3: Local (sector) expert for local project management and implementation support
Description : This expert: • Can reach Nairobi within a distance of no more than 500 kms from Nairobi. • Has a deep understanding of the Kenyan FFV sector and its dynamics (especially avocado, mango, beans). • Has a strong network among private sector, relevant government agencies, and support services in the Kenyan FFV sector. Specifically with relation to sea-freight logistics. • Has experience in project management and coordinating multi-stakeholder processes. Euro 120.000,-
Internal identifier : 3

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Services
Main classification ( cpv ): 75210000 Foreign affairs and other services
Options :
Description of the options : The Tendering Authority intends to establish a Contract for each lot for a period of two (2) years, with a unilateral option to extend the contract up to two (2) times, each time for a period of one (1) year. The total duration of the Contract for each lot is maximum four (4) years including both extension-options.

5.1.2 Place of performance

Country : Netherlands
Anywhere in the given country
Additional information : Kenya

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 4 Year

5.1.4 Renewal

Maximum renewals : 2
Other information about renewals : An unilateral option to extend the contract up to two (2) times, each time for a period of one (1) year.

5.1.5 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 120 000 Euro

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
The names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to perform the contract must be given : Not required
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : yes

5.1.7 Strategic procurement

Aim of strategic procurement : No strategic procurement

5.1.10 Award criteria

Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : 5.2.7 Knowledge, experience and competence
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 40
Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : 5.2.8 Experience in local project implementation support and logistics in the Kenyan context
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 40
Criterion :
Type : Price
Name : 5.4 Daily rates
Description : The description can be found in the tender document
Category of award threshold criterion : Weight (points, exact)
Award criterion number : 20

5.1.11 Procurement documents

Deadline for requesting additional information : 01/09/2025 14:00 +02:00
Address of the procurement documents : https://www.tenderned.nl/aankondigingen/overzicht/390123

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : Dutch
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Variants : Not allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 25/09/2025 14:00 +02:00
Deadline until which the tender must remain valid : 4 Month
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 25/09/2025 14:10 +02:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Electronic invoicing : Required
Electronic ordering will be used : no
Electronic payment will be used : no

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
Framework agreement, without reopening of competition
Maximum number of participants : 1
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO) - Rechtbank 's-Gravenhage
Organisation providing additional information about the procurement procedure : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Organisation receiving requests to participate : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)

8. Organisations

8.1 ORG-0001

Official name : Ministerie van Economische Zaken, Rijksdienst voor Ondernemend Nederland (RVO)
Registration number : 12024663
Postal address : Prinses Beatrixlaan 2
Town : Den Haag
Postcode : 2595 AL
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Agglomeratie ’s-Gravenhage ( NL361 )
Country : Netherlands
Contact point : Michael Thoen
Telephone : +31 624095131
Internet address : http://www.rvo.nl
Other contact points :
Official name : Rechtbank 's-Gravenhage
Postal address : Postbus 20302
Town : Den Haag
Postcode : 2500 EH
Country subdivision (NUTS) : Agglomeratie ’s-Gravenhage ( NL361 )
Country : Netherlands
Telephone : +31 703813131
Roles of this organisation :
Buyer
Organisation providing additional information about the procurement procedure
Organisation receiving requests to participate
Review organisation
Organisation providing more information on the review procedures

10. Change

Version of the previous notice to be changed : 5bfd2cc6-661a-4947-937a-0c0a2bd5163c-01
Main reason for change : Buyer correction
Description : The deadline for the receipt of Tenders and opening of new Tenders by the Tendering Authority has been updated and changed from 22 September 2025 to 25 September 2025 at 14:00 CEST.

Notice information

Notice identifier/version : 10f37797-1d37-4fe1-b264-e2ad45df14e8 - 01
Form type : Competition
Notice type : Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice dispatch date : 25/08/2025 14:36 +02:00
Languages in which this notice is officially available : English
Notice publication number : 00554566-2025
OJ S issue number : 162/2025
Publication date : 26/08/2025