Supply, Installation, Training, and Maintenance of Apiary Equipment and Systems 8 views0 applications

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Solidaridad Network is an international solution-oriented civil society organization working through seven regional expertise centres to transform markets to make them more sustainable and inclusive. Our Sevenseven regional expertise centres include Asia, Eastern and Central Africa, Europe, Latin America, North America, Southern Africa, West Africa and our global Secretariat office in the Netherlands. Solidaridad Eastern and Central Africa, one of the regional centres is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with country offices and programmes in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda.

We bring together supply chain players and engage them through innovative solutions to improve production, ensuring the transition to a sustainable and inclusive economy that maximizes benefits for all. We strengthen local capacity in developing countries, support the creation of enabling environments for economies to thrive, and improve market access. Solidaridad supports Ethiopia’s transition toward a more inclusive and resilient agricultural sector, addressing key challenges such as climate change, the environment, food security, and economic instability, while focusing on coffee, dairy, fruits and vegetables, leather, cotton, and textile value chains.

2.0 Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to supply, install, and support the establishment of apiaries through the provision of five (5) modern Langstroth beehives, associated equipment, and training of beneficiaries in Mareko Special District and Meskan District.

2.1 Background

Solidaridad is currently implementing the Acting Now for Food Security and Resilient Production Systems Project in Mareko Special District and Meskan District. The project aims to improve resilience, yields, income and service access for small scale food producers with a focus on women and youth, by helping them adopt climate smart agriculture (CSA) and strengthening market connections, emphasizing gender and social inclusion and promoting crop and income diversification.

Under this project, Solidaridad is looking to support the establishment of apiaries across selected sites in Mareko Special District and Meskan district through provision of branded modern langstroth hives, hive stands, harvesting kits, and farmer training. Beekeeping has been identified as a viable complementary livelihood activity due to its low water requirements, environmental benefits, and income-generation potential. The intervention seeks to promote sustainable apiculture by establishing community apiaries equipped with modern Langstroth hives and harvesting equipment.

2.2 Expected Project Outcomes.

  • Increased income for farmers by supporting the establishment of apiary (beekeeping) interventions to diversify household income sources.
  • Improved household food and nutrition security as a result of increased purchasing capacity at the household level, enabling them to diversify diets.
  • Promoted inclusive participation of women, youth, and vulnerable groups in economic activities and livelihood diversification, contributing to improved rural economic resilience.

2.3 Objectives (of the service)

The assignment specifically seeks to:

  1. Supply and install modern branded Langstroth beehives and hive stands at identified apiary sites.
  2. Promote sustainable apiculture as an alternative livelihood enterprise.
  3. Strengthen household resilience and income diversification.
  4. Build beneficiaries’ capacity in modern beekeeping practices, apiary management, sustainable harvesting, and safety procedures.
  5. Support environmental conservation and pollination services within farming systems.

2.4 Methodology/Scope of Work

The successful consultant/firm shall undertake the following tasks:

2.4.1 Supply and Installation

Supply, transport, and install beekeeping materials and equipment, including:

Apiary Components

  1. Five (5) branded modern Langstroth beehives (with bottom board, brood box, retractable entrance, plastic/wooden queen excluder, super box, temperature regulation board and ventilated cover).
  2. Five (5) metallic hive stands (4.5 feet long).
  3. Five harvesting kits each comprising of:
  • Two (2) bee suit sets and gloves;
  • One (1) stainless steel hive tool;
  • One (1) bee brush;
  • Two (2) pairs of rubber gumboots;
  • One (1) smoker;
  • One (1) beekeeper’s bag.
  1. Installation and positioning of hives at designated apiary sites.
  2. Branding of hives and associated materials as per Solidaridad visibility requirements.

2.4.2 Installation Requirements

The consultant/firm shall:

  • Conduct site assessments prior to installation.
  • Ensure proper spacing and positioning of hives according to recommended apiculture standards.
  • Install hive stands securely and appropriately above ground level.
  • Ensure apiary locations promote hive safety, accessibility, and productivity.
  • Provide guidance on environmental considerations and colony establishment.

2.4.3 Training and Capacity Building

The consultant/firm shall conduct a 3-day practical training workshop for 10 Trainer of Trainers (ToTs). The training will cover the following areas:

  1. Introduction to modern beekeeping;
  2. Apiary establishment and management;
  3. Hive inspection and maintenance;
  4. Colony composition and management;
  5. Honey harvesting and post-harvest handling;
  6. Pest and disease management;
  7. Occupational health and safety during beekeeping activities;
  8. Marketing and value addition opportunities.

At least 20 beneficiaries shall be trained during installation.

Training materials and attendance registers shall be submitted as part of the assignment documentation.

2.5 Responsibilities of Consultants.

The consultant/firm shall:

  1. Provide all materials, labour, transport, and tools required for implementation.
  2. Ensure all supplied equipment meets acceptable quality standards.
  3. Observe occupational health and safety standards during implementation.
  4. Ensure timely completion of activities within agreed timelines.
  5. Replace defective materials identified during inspection.
  6. Provide technical support during the establishment phase of the apiaries.

2.6 Deliverables

The consultant/firm shall deliver the following:

  1. Inception report and implementation work plan.
  2. Site assessment report for all apiary locations.
  3. Supply and installation of all beehives and associated equipment.
  4. Branding and labeling of supplied equipment.
  5. ToT and beneficiary training reports including attendance lists and training materials.
  6. Apiary establishment and commissioning report.
  7. Final assignment completion report in both Word and PDF formats.
  8. Warranty documentation for supplied equipment where applicable.

2.7 Expert/Consultant’s Profile:

The opportunity is open to qualified Ethiopian consultants. The selection will be based on established assessment criteria to identify the most suitable candidate. The requirements for the consultant include:

  • Proven experience in modern beekeeping and apiary establishment.
  • Experience working with community livelihood or agricultural projects.
  • Technical expertise in apiculture and farmer training.
  • At least three (3) references for similar assignments completed within the last five years.
  • Relevant business registration and statutory compliance documents.
  • Availability of qualified technical personnel.
  • Verified Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and VAT registration certificate.

2.8 Consultancy Period:

Activity and their Timelines

  1. Contract signing and kickoff meeting – Day 1-2
  2. Submission of inception report and work plan – Day 5
  3. Site assessments and verification – Day 6 – Day 7
  4. Approval of the implementation schedule – Day 8
  5. Procurement and branding of materials – Day 9 – Day 15
  6. Installation of the beehives – Day 16– Day 18
  7. Beneficiary (ToTs) training session – Day 19 – Day 21
  8. Inspection and commissioning – Day 22 – Day 23
  9. Submission of the draft final report – Day 25
  10. Submission of final report – Day 30

*The dates can be adjusted as needs arise. However, the timelines will not exceed the indicated 30 days.

How to apply

Application process:

The consultants are required to submit their applications, containing Technical and financial proposals, separately (in the same email but as different files) by 20/07/2026. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above; those who do not will not be considered.

Each application submission should not exceed 8 pages for the technical proposal (physical plan) and 1–2 pages for the financial proposal. The document should be prepared using Arial, 12-point font, 1.5-line spacing, and standard A4 margins. The following documents are annexed for reference:

  • A sample/samples of a minimum of three previous related works.
  • Updated CVs for the team leader and team members (each CV not more than 3 pages)
  • Contact details of 3 references with complete contact information (i.e., name, organization, title, position, address, email, telephone).

Subject reference: “AN Project: Apiary Support-Ethiopia.”

Submissions are by email to [email protected]

The financial proposal must be in Ethiopian Birr (ETB). Any application in other currencies will not be considered.

Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. If you do not receive any feedback from us one month after the submission deadline, consider your application

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As a frontrunner in the area of sustainable economic development, Solidaridad seeks to create prosperity for everyone that respects both the people and the planet. With almost 50 years of experience, experts in the field and pragmatic collaboration with influential partners in and around the supply chain, Solidaridad develops smart solutions that bring lasting positive impact.

We envision a world in which all we produce, and all we consume, can sustain us while respecting the planet, each other and the next generations.We bring together supply chain actors and engage them in innovative solutions to improve production, ensuring the transition to a sustainable and inclusive economy that maximizes the benefit for all.

Solidaridad initiates corporate social responsibility and fair trade to combat poverty worldwide.

Solidaridad is an international network organization with more than 20 years of experience in creating fair and sustainable supply chains from producer to consumer.

Solidaridad was launched in 1969 by the Catholic bishops as an advent campaign in aid of Latin America. In the 1970s, protestant churches joined Solidaridad and a formal ecumenical organization emerged in 1976. During those days, this model was a unique form of collaboration between the Dutch churches in their programmes for development aid in Latin America.Unfortunately in the 90s, inter-church cooperation came under pressure and the breakdown of ecumenical collaboration started. In the end, the church-based foundation of Solidaridad’s work gradually eroded. The Catholic Church became increasingly inward-looking and less inclined to see responsibility for the world as a task. The growing conservatism within the churches led to breaking of the ties. The era of 40 years of eucumenical cooperation ended in 2010. But still to date, many local Christian communities are committed to Solidaridad’s work.International network organization The developments in the relationships with the churches created new opportunities for Solidaridad. An international network organization is being built up, both in terms of governance as well as in terms of operations. This change of structure will give our partners in the South a prominent say in the policymaking processes. The implementation of that policy will be better underpinned by the knowledge and experience of local partners. Moreover, the implementation of the policies will be decentralized and delegated to the regional expertise centres, thus making a better use of local expertise.Solidaridad The Netherlands is to be one player in a network of nine Regional Expertise Centres (RECs) in various parts of the world. In the process, the organization’s centre of gravity is shifted from North to South. The offices in the South take over the entire project cycle. Solidaridad The Netherlands will apply itself to market development in the North, fundraising to cover the network budget and publicity campaigns to involve consumers, citizens and businessess in the taks of making the international economy more sustainable.Fair Trade In 1988, Solidaridad was the founding father of the Max Havelaar label for coffee for the Dutch market. This was the starting point of Fair Trade certification, directly leading to the international standard of Fair Trade (FLO). After having introduced fair trade coffee Solidaridad initiated in 1996 a fair trade scheme for bananas. For this purpose, Solidaridad set up the fruit company Agrofair. This company is co-owned by farmers and supplies its fair trade labelled fruit to supermarkets across Europe. At the turn of this century Solidaridad established Kuyichi jeans, a trendy sustainable fashion brand that is sold in over than 500 leading stores across Europe.CSR-models Corporate social responsibility is developing at a fast rate. Solidaridad is building on this together with UTZ CERTIFIED, the sustainable label for coffee, cocoa and tea. MADE-BY, the label for clean clothes introduced in 2004, is another of Solidaridad’s initiatives. Solidaridad is also intensively involved in CSR models such as Social Accountability International (SAI) and the Business Social Compliance Inititiative (BSCI), and is active in Round Tables for responsible soy, palm oil, sugarcane and cotton. An increasing number of large and small companies, brands and retailers, all over the world are now working with Solidaridad on sustainable chain development.
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0 USD Ethiopia CF 3201 Abc road Consultancy , 40 hours per week Solidaridad

1.0 INTRODUCTION

Solidaridad Network is an international solution-oriented civil society organization working through seven regional expertise centres to transform markets to make them more sustainable and inclusive. Our Sevenseven regional expertise centres include Asia, Eastern and Central Africa, Europe, Latin America, North America, Southern Africa, West Africa and our global Secretariat office in the Netherlands. Solidaridad Eastern and Central Africa, one of the regional centres is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with country offices and programmes in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda.We bring together supply chain players and engage them through innovative solutions to improve production, ensuring the transition to a sustainable and inclusive economy that maximizes benefits for all. We strengthen local capacity in developing countries, support the creation of enabling environments for economies to thrive, and improve market access. Solidaridad supports Ethiopia’s transition toward a more inclusive and resilient agricultural sector, addressing key challenges such as climate change, the environment, food security, and economic instability, while focusing on coffee, dairy, fruits and vegetables, leather, cotton, and textile value chains.2.0 PurposeThe purpose of this assignment is to supply, install, and support the establishment of apiaries through the provision of five (5) modern Langstroth beehives, associated equipment, and training of beneficiaries in Mareko Special District and Meskan District.2.1 BackgroundSolidaridad is currently implementing the Acting Now for Food Security and Resilient Production Systems Project in Mareko Special District and Meskan District. The project aims to improve resilience, yields, income and service access for small scale food producers with a focus on women and youth, by helping them adopt climate smart agriculture (CSA) and strengthening market connections, emphasizing gender and social inclusion and promoting crop and income diversification.Under this project, Solidaridad is looking to support the establishment of apiaries across selected sites in Mareko Special District and Meskan district through provision of branded modern langstroth hives, hive stands, harvesting kits, and farmer training. Beekeeping has been identified as a viable complementary livelihood activity due to its low water requirements, environmental benefits, and income-generation potential. The intervention seeks to promote sustainable apiculture by establishing community apiaries equipped with modern Langstroth hives and harvesting equipment.2.2 Expected Project Outcomes.
  • Increased income for farmers by supporting the establishment of apiary (beekeeping) interventions to diversify household income sources.
  • Improved household food and nutrition security as a result of increased purchasing capacity at the household level, enabling them to diversify diets.
  • Promoted inclusive participation of women, youth, and vulnerable groups in economic activities and livelihood diversification, contributing to improved rural economic resilience.
2.3 Objectives (of the service)The assignment specifically seeks to:
  1. Supply and install modern branded Langstroth beehives and hive stands at identified apiary sites.
  2. Promote sustainable apiculture as an alternative livelihood enterprise.
  3. Strengthen household resilience and income diversification.
  4. Build beneficiaries' capacity in modern beekeeping practices, apiary management, sustainable harvesting, and safety procedures.
  5. Support environmental conservation and pollination services within farming systems.
2.4 Methodology/Scope of WorkThe successful consultant/firm shall undertake the following tasks:2.4.1 Supply and InstallationSupply, transport, and install beekeeping materials and equipment, including:Apiary Components
  1. Five (5) branded modern Langstroth beehives (with bottom board, brood box, retractable entrance, plastic/wooden queen excluder, super box, temperature regulation board and ventilated cover).
  2. Five (5) metallic hive stands (4.5 feet long).
  3. Five harvesting kits each comprising of:
  • Two (2) bee suit sets and gloves;
  • One (1) stainless steel hive tool;
  • One (1) bee brush;
  • Two (2) pairs of rubber gumboots;
  • One (1) smoker;
  • One (1) beekeeper’s bag.
  1. Installation and positioning of hives at designated apiary sites.
  2. Branding of hives and associated materials as per Solidaridad visibility requirements.
2.4.2 Installation RequirementsThe consultant/firm shall:
  • Conduct site assessments prior to installation.
  • Ensure proper spacing and positioning of hives according to recommended apiculture standards.
  • Install hive stands securely and appropriately above ground level.
  • Ensure apiary locations promote hive safety, accessibility, and productivity.
  • Provide guidance on environmental considerations and colony establishment.
2.4.3 Training and Capacity BuildingThe consultant/firm shall conduct a 3-day practical training workshop for 10 Trainer of Trainers (ToTs). The training will cover the following areas:
  1. Introduction to modern beekeeping;
  2. Apiary establishment and management;
  3. Hive inspection and maintenance;
  4. Colony composition and management;
  5. Honey harvesting and post-harvest handling;
  6. Pest and disease management;
  7. Occupational health and safety during beekeeping activities;
  8. Marketing and value addition opportunities.
At least 20 beneficiaries shall be trained during installation.Training materials and attendance registers shall be submitted as part of the assignment documentation.2.5 Responsibilities of Consultants.The consultant/firm shall:
  1. Provide all materials, labour, transport, and tools required for implementation.
  2. Ensure all supplied equipment meets acceptable quality standards.
  3. Observe occupational health and safety standards during implementation.
  4. Ensure timely completion of activities within agreed timelines.
  5. Replace defective materials identified during inspection.
  6. Provide technical support during the establishment phase of the apiaries.
2.6 DeliverablesThe consultant/firm shall deliver the following:
  1. Inception report and implementation work plan.
  2. Site assessment report for all apiary locations.
  3. Supply and installation of all beehives and associated equipment.
  4. Branding and labeling of supplied equipment.
  5. ToT and beneficiary training reports including attendance lists and training materials.
  6. Apiary establishment and commissioning report.
  7. Final assignment completion report in both Word and PDF formats.
  8. Warranty documentation for supplied equipment where applicable.

2.7 Expert/Consultant’s Profile:

The opportunity is open to qualified Ethiopian consultants. The selection will be based on established assessment criteria to identify the most suitable candidate. The requirements for the consultant include:
  • Proven experience in modern beekeeping and apiary establishment.
  • Experience working with community livelihood or agricultural projects.
  • Technical expertise in apiculture and farmer training.
  • At least three (3) references for similar assignments completed within the last five years.
  • Relevant business registration and statutory compliance documents.
  • Availability of qualified technical personnel.
  • Verified Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and VAT registration certificate.

2.8 Consultancy Period:

Activity and their Timelines
  1. Contract signing and kickoff meeting - Day 1-2
  2. Submission of inception report and work plan - Day 5
  3. Site assessments and verification - Day 6 – Day 7
  4. Approval of the implementation schedule - Day 8
  5. Procurement and branding of materials - Day 9 – Day 15
  6. Installation of the beehives - Day 16– Day 18
  7. Beneficiary (ToTs) training session - Day 19 – Day 21
  8. Inspection and commissioning - Day 22 – Day 23
  9. Submission of the draft final report - Day 25
  10. Submission of final report - Day 30
*The dates can be adjusted as needs arise. However, the timelines will not exceed the indicated 30 days.

How to apply

Application process:The consultants are required to submit their applications, containing Technical and financial proposals, separately (in the same email but as different files) by 20/07/2026. All applicants must meet the minimum requirements described above; those who do not will not be considered.Each application submission should not exceed 8 pages for the technical proposal (physical plan) and 1–2 pages for the financial proposal. The document should be prepared using Arial, 12-point font, 1.5-line spacing, and standard A4 margins. The following documents are annexed for reference:
  • A sample/samples of a minimum of three previous related works.
  • Updated CVs for the team leader and team members (each CV not more than 3 pages)
  • Contact details of 3 references with complete contact information (i.e., name, organization, title, position, address, email, telephone).
Subject reference: “AN Project: Apiary Support-Ethiopia.”Submissions are by email to [email protected]The financial proposal must be in Ethiopian Birr (ETB). Any application in other currencies will not be considered.Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. If you do not receive any feedback from us one month after the submission deadline, consider your application
 2026-07-21

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