by SNGZ | May 13, 2015 | Events, News
The EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Euronews as a main media partner organized and hosted the 1st edition of the EU-Africa B2B Forum in Mons (Belgium),
This high level Business-to-Business (B2B) event brought together over five hundred 500 business professionals to discuss mutual opportunities, expectations and needs. The EU-Africa B2B Forum enabled business contacts between professionals from African and European private sectors, but also between European businesses themselves. The Slovenia-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce was represented by its president Mr. Fred Uduma. The Chamber in partnership with EU-Africa Chamber of Commerce will in the future host this event in the city of Ljubljana, Slovenia. The B2B meetings took a predominant part of the event, but the EU-Africa B2B Forum also offered sessions for investment pitches and on key topics such as Energy, ICT, Mining & Raw Materials, Agro-business, Rail & Road, Business Law and Tourism.
by SNGZ | May 4, 2015 | Events, News
Today’s Business breakfast that was organised by Slovenia-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia and Business in Africa Pays aimed to highlight Nigeria’s business environment and opportunities for cooperation with Slovenia.
The acting director of International Relations Department at Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Slovenia, Ante Milevoj, in his opening speech expressed satisfaction with the interest of Slovenian business community to do business with Nigeria, which is extremely interesting potential market, although the current Slovenian exports to Nigeria in 2014 stood at € 10 million, while exports from Nigeria to Slovenia reached only € 2,000. He stressed the fact that the CCIS in partnership SNCC will continue with its efforts to help Slovenian companies seeking to enter Nigerian market with information activities, business events, networking and integration, as well as with organizing business delegation to Nigeria which is expected for this autumn. Fred Uduma, president of the Slovenia-Nigeria Chamber of Commerce, welcomed the participants and declared the business briefing as an introduction to International trade in Nigeria designed to inform and to share insights about Importing and Exporting to Nigeria enabling companies or individuals interested in exporting to Nigeria to understand the processes, legislation’s, taxes, customs, certifications, Import and Export prohibitions and Licencing. Mr Uduma was critical about the small-scale of business cooperation between the two countries taking into account the 2014 trade volume between the two countries. He said that Slovenian companies need more information and support while making business contacts, for which was ultimately intended today’s business breakfast briefing. He emphasized on the huge business opportunities for both export and import from Nigeria. In his closing remarks, he said making the right decision when entering Import Export trade in Nigeria is paramount to your understanding of the sector and it’s regulations.
Estelle Mann, who works for a UK company Intertek and coordinator of SONCAP – Standards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Program presented the organization SON and program SONCAP. She stressed that Exporters/Importers trading with Nigeria need to comply with the requirement of the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Program in order for their goods to clear customs, failure to do so can result in severe delays in goods clearance, penalties or even shipments being returned to shipper. The program which was first implemented in 2005 and new directives in 2013 is a set of conformity assessment and verification procedures applicable to all products imported in Nigeria except those under the exemption list. Intertek is the longest serving Conformity Assessment Program partner and approved by SON Nigeria to issue product certificates and certificates of conformity for goods exported to Nigeria.
Stephanie E. Trpkov, Management Consultant at Strategic Corporate Communications spoke about building a successful trans-national partnership between Nigeria and South-Eastern Europe. She stressed that companies, willing to enter Nigerian market, in addition to knowledge of legislation and tax regulation, customs procedures and financing, have to pay attention to cultural differences which can because of a lack of understanding sometimes complicate cooperation. Companies should consult embassies, chambers of commerce, business networks etc. for information and verification of potential business partners.
Damir Kapitanovič, head of export at Wine Cellar Goriška Brda presented their experience of exporting to Nigeria. He said Nigeria is interesting market for them as wine is the fastest growing product among alcohol beverages. He described cooperation with local partner and mentioned high import duties and lengthy procedures for obtaining relevant documents for exporting to Nigeria. The event was supported by Goriška Brda.
During the Q&A session, participants pointed out in particular the problem of obtaining entry visas for Nigerian citizens. Mr Remigius Obioma Nzewuji, Head of Chancery and Senior Counsellor Nigerian embassy to Budapest said that in current circumstances when Slovenia has no embassy in Nigeria, Nigerian business partners should explore other ways to acquire it (travelling to other schengen countries and visiting Slovenia). He advised on particular questions of Slovenian IT company.
The event was closed with interaction among participants and a test of Goriška Brda finest champagne.
by SNGZ | Apr 21, 2015 | Tenders
Transmission Company of Nigeria
Public Notice
Invitation for the Pre-Qualification of Contractors for Supply of System Operation Telecommunication and SCADA Equipment/Materials
Introduction
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), intends to procure and install some electrical operation equipment and materials for its on-going and existing station rehabilitation and grid maintenance for the 2015 fiscal year.
Accordingly, reputable companies, manufacturer and/or their representatives are hereby invited to apply for pre-qualification.
The required items/materials fall into the following categories.
Category A -Erection of Radio Communication Mast and Accessories. Category B – Scada Telemetry Equipments
Category C – Working and Study Tools
Category D – Provision of ICT Facility and Materials
Category E – Rehabilitation Control Room / Equipment
Category F- Fibre Optics Installation/Rehabilitation
Category G – Power Line Carrier (Plc) Communication System
Category H- Consultancy Services and Training for system Operations
Category I – Maintenance / Rehabilitation of Scada & Telecomm Equipment
Companies will be assessed in each of the categories according to their experiences.
General Requirements
Suitably qualified bidders are invited to participate in the bidding process by submitting the following prerequisite requirements:
(1) A copy of Certificate of Incorporation in Nigeria (Form C07 must be attached) or overseas.
(2) Company profile including
- Populated organizational structure and key professional staff with relevant experience.
- Availability of requisite and appropriate skills among key staff.
(3) Evidence of source of supply, including product brochure(s)
(4) Evidence of experience in at least two (2) jobs of similar nature and complexity previously executed or currently being executed with verifiable Letters of Contract Award and Certificates of Completion where applicable within the past five years or details of on-going contracts with government organisation, ministries or parastatal
(5) Where a Company is in Joint ventures (JV), the lead partner shall be technically experienced member and with higher financial standing
The JV agreement must be signed by the Chief Executive of the JV and witness by a Notary Public. Each member company must be severally and jointly liable under the JV agreement which must be attached
The lead/local partner shall provide all the Necessary Advanced Payment Guarantee (APG) and Performance Bonds for payment for the contract.
NOTE:
A firm can only be partner in ONLY ONE JV or Consortium. Bids submitted by JV or Consortium including the same firms as partners will be rejected.
(6) Prospective EPC Companies whose major equipment will come from countries that will deny TCN Engineers who are first time overseas travellers visas, need not apply.
(7) Evidence of local Content Plan including evidence of indigenous staff involvement in jobs done in Nigeria and company facilities shall be submitted.
(8) Evidence of current Certificate of Compliance with the Pension Reform Act.
(9) Evidence of current Certified Audited Account for three (3) years.
(10) Evidence of Three (3) years (2012-2014) current Tax Clearance which shall be verified and the original sighted on demand.
(11) Evidence of VAT registration certificate
(12) Evidence of equipment manufacture representatives where applicable
(13) Evidence of financial capability and banking support.
Important Information
(1) TCN/SO have the right to verify any claim(s) by company and therefore advised to include in their submissions necessary information for such.
(2) Only technically pre-qualified contractors will be invited to submit financial proposals.
(3) Any contractor engaged in TCN, PHCN, PMU or NIPP project whoso performance has been proven to be unsatisfactory will not be pre-qualified.
(4) Companies known to be consultant or partners to consultants with TCN,
PHCN, PMU and NIPP will not be considered under this pre-qualification exercise.
(5) Contractors with litigation history/petitions with TCN, PHCN, PMU and NIPP will not be pre-qualified.
(6) TCN reserve the right to categorise applicants for 330KV or 132KV projects based on their experience.
(7) For JV Companies, final agreements will be signed only in the name of the lead partner.
(8) No supply and services contractor can win more than two Lots in a category.
Collection of Pre-Qualification and Technical
Interested contractors can obtain the Technical/Pre-qualification Bid Document from the office of the
General Manager (Proc)
TCN, Headquarters Plot 144 Zambezi Crescent Maitama, Abuja.
Collection of Document
Contractors can request for the pre-qualification document from the office of Genera Manager (Proc) TCN as from Tuesday, 12th May, 2015
Submission of Tender Documents
One original plus a soft copy in a virus free flash drive of the proposal are to be submitted in a sealed envelope marked at the right hand corner indicating appropriate CATEGORY and name of Bidder clearly written at the reverse side. Bid document should be submitted for EACH Category (SUBMIT SEPARATE DOCUMENT FOR EACH CATEGORY OF CHOICE) to reach the address below not later than Tuesday, 26th May, 2015
General Manager (Procurement) TCN,
Room 122, 1st Floor, PHCN Headquarters,
Plot 14 Zambezi Crescent,
Maitama, Abuja, Nigeria
Please Note:
(a) This advertisement shall not be construed as a commitment on the part of TCN/SO to award contract to any con tractor.
(b) TCN/SO reserves the right to take decisions on any of the documents received and not obligated to accept any Bids.
For further information and/or clarification, please contact the following e-mail addresses;
GM (TECH. SERV.) SO
Signed:
Management
Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN)
by SNGZ | Feb 25, 2015 | News
“Africa’s new economic environment” is the theme of the 2015 Africa CEO Forum that will take place on March 16-17, 2015 in Geneva. The meeting, which is co-organised by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Paris-based magazine group, Jeune Afrique, will focus primarily on development priorities of African businesses.
Some 800 leading decision-makers from Africa and elsewhere, including AfDB President Donald Kaberuka, will be in attendance.
The Forum will be an opportunity for the AfDB, and notably its Private Sector Department, to reemphasize its strategic mandate in partnering with African countries in “doing business”. “Going forward, the Bank is set to grow its private sector portfolio and play a greater co-investment and co-financing role beyond its annual investment target of around US $2 billion per annum,” said Kodeidja Diallo, Director of AfDB’s Private Sector Department.
Africa’s economic outlook will be discussed in depth. Experts and delegates will discuss the growth paths of Africa’s economies over the next five years.
The Forum will also address the subject of Africa’s competitiveness, which is a crucial factor for businesses. The organisers will tackle the issue of the World Bank’s Doing Business index which measures progress in the business environment of 189 countries each year. According to the index, of the bottom 50 countries, 36 are African.
A question to be asked is: Why is Africa lagging behind when Georgia, which is also an emerging economy, has climbed 100 places in eight years and now ranks in the top ten?
The urban explosion in Africa will also be high on the Forum agenda. The focus here will be rather on what percentage of the annual $25-billion consumer market African businesses can tap into, and under what conditions. Discussions will also centre around how African businesses, with their knowledge of transport, and linkages to trade and other sectors, could play a decisive role in structuring African cities and making them more productive.
Through its private sector window, the AfDB invests in infrastructure, financial institutions, industries, agribusiness, manufacturing and service sectors in Africa. It supports African enterprises to become more competitive at home and abroad, while continuing to attract foreign investment. An increasing demand for private-sector participation through innovative partnerships, presents significant opportunities for growth, synergy and impact.
Source: afdb.org
by SNGZ | Jan 27, 2015 | News, Tenders
National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON)
Invitation to Tender for Printing of Passport Appendices and Pilgrims’ Identity Cards for Hajj 2015
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), hereby requests reputable and competent printing companies to summit tender for the printing of passport Appendices and pilgrims identity cards for the 2015 Hajj operations. The items are as stated below
| Item |
Quantity |
Colour of Cover |
| Passport Appendices for ordinary pilgrims |
67,000 |
Ash |
| Identify cards for ordinary pilgrims |
67,000 |
|
Passport Appendices for international
pilgrims |
10, 200 |
Purple |
(2) Samples of the intended items shall be available for inspection by the prospective applicants at the procurement Unit of the Commission between 12noon and 4pm every working day within the advert period,
Tender Requirements
(3) Applicants must have the capacity to produce security documents and are required to submit the following:
(a) Current pension Clearance Certificate from PENCOM.
(b) Evidence of Compliance Certificate with the provision of section 6(1) (3) of the Ammended Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Act No. 19 of 2011
(c) Audited accounts of the Company for the last three years (2012, 2013 and 2014).
(d) Evidence of Experience in Jobs of Similar Nature and Complexity Executed within the last (5) years with Verifiable Letters of Contract Award and Certificates of Job Completion.
(e) Detail Company profile including contact address of the company and indicating CVs/Provisional Qualification of key Company staff.
(f) Evidence of verifiable Financial Capacity/Reference letter from a Reputable Bank (attach Bank Reference Letter).
(g) A Sworn affidavit that all the information/Documents provided is Correct and verifiable by the Organization.
Collection of tender documents:
Interested eligible Firms/contractors are expected to collect the tender documents from the address below:
The Secretary,
Procurement Planning Committee,
NAHCON Head Office,
Sokoto House.
No 1, First Avenue.
Off Ahmadu Bello Way,
Central Business District
Abuja
Interested eligible Firms/Contractors are expected to pay a non-refundable tender fee of Five Thousand Naira only (N5.000) in a certified bank draft payable to the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria.
Submission of Documents:
All Tender documents (Technical and financial) three copies each, are to be neatly bound and placed in two separate envelopes and clearly marked at the top left hand corner with TECHNICAL BID FOR PRINTING OF PASSPORT APPENDICES AND PILGRIMS IDENTITY CARDS FOR HAJJ 2015 and FINANCIAL BID FOR PRINTING OF PASSPORT APPENDICES AND PILGRIMS’ IDENTITY CARDS FOR HAJJ 2015 with the name of the Company/Firm clearly written at the reverse side of the envelope. The envelope should be addressed to:
The Secretary,
Procurement Planning Committee,
NAHCON Head Office,
Sokoto House, No 1, First Avenue,
Off Ahmadu Bello Way,
Central Business District
Abuja,
All tender documents should be dropped in the tender box located at the office of the Commission’s Secretary within working hours on or before Tuesday 10th March, 2015 at 2.00pm
Opening Of Bids:
Tender documents will be opened immediately following the deadline of the submission on Tuesday,10th March, 2015 by 2:00pm at the Reception Hall of the Commission’s Headquarters, National Hajj Commission of Nigeria. No.1 First Avenue, Off Ahmadu Bello Way, Abuja. All applicants and interested members of public are invited to attend the bids opening session.
Note Please:
Successful Companies are to note that:
(i) This invitation is not interested to create any form of contractual relationship or obligation on the part of the Commission; nether shall it be liable to any applicant for any expenses or loss incurred in connection with this application.
(ii) Interested bidders may obtain further information from the office of the Commission’s Secretary.
(iii) Failure to satisfactorily fulfill the conditions as requested above will result to invalidation of such bid.
(iv) Only shortlisted firms would be contacted.
(v) This advertisement is published for information purpose only and should not be considered as a commitment or obligation on the part of the Commission to award a Contract.
(vi) The Commission is not bound to shortlist any bidder and reserves the right to annul the bidding process without incurring any liabilities and assigning any reason thereof.
(viii) Bidding documents must be dully signed by an authorized official to bind the bidder to contract.
Signed:
Management
