Reporter Saturday May 09, 2026
MOTHER
AND CHILD DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (MCDO)
BID ANNOUNCEMENT
Terms of Reference (TOR): Procurement of Dignity Kits
Project title: Integrated Life-Saving Response for Internally Displaced Populations in the Informal Settlements of Kersa Dula and Deka Suftu
Woredas, Liben Zone, Somali Region,
Ethiopia.
Activity 2.3.2-Procure and
distribute dignity kits for 500 women and girls of
reproductive age in target communities, ensuring privacy, dignity, and inclusion.
Quantity: 500 Kits
Locations: Deka Suftu and Kersa Dula Woredas (Liban Zone, Somali Region)
Closing Date for Bids: 10 days
Email: motherandchild97@gmail.com
1. Introduction & Background
This procurement aims to address the immediate hygiene, health, and protection needs of displaced or vulnerable women and
adolescent girls in the Liban Zone. The
dignity kits are designed to ensure recipients can maintain their personal hygiene and mobility during
humanitarian crises, preserving their
dignity and safety.
2. Objective of the Bid
To identify a reliable supplier capable of sourcing, assembling, and delivering 500 high-quality dignity kits to the specific
project sites in the Somali Region
under strict timelines.
3. Technical Specifications
Each of the 500 kits must contain the following items (standardized for the Somali Region context):
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Item
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Description
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Quantity per Kit
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Reusable Sanitary Pads
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High-quality, absorbent modes/ sanitary pads
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3 pieces
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Underwear
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Cotton material, assorted sizes
(M, L, XL)
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2 pieces
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Body Soap
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200g, antibacterial/multipurpose
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2 pieces
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Laundry Soap
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200g, for washing clothes
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2 pieces
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Whistle
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Plastic with lanyard (for
protection/safety)
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1 piece
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Washing Basin
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Medium plastic size for washing
clothes
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1 piece
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Packaging Bag
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Heavy-duty plastic bucket (20L)
with lid
or durable waterproof backpack
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1 unit
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4. Scope of Work & Logistics
The selected supplier will be responsible for:
- Sourcing: Procurement of all items meeting the specified quality.
- Assembly: Kitting all items into the designated containers/bags.
- Transportation: Delivering the kits to the following locations:
-- Deka Suftu Woreda: 250 Kits
-- Kersa Dula Woreda: 250 Kits
- Quality Control: Ensuring no expired items (soap/lotion) and that all textiles are new and unused.
5. Eligibility & Evaluation
Criteria
Bidders will be evaluated based on the following:
1. Legal Compliance: Valid business license, VAT registration, and Tax Clearance Certificate.
2. Experience: Proven track
record of supplying similar kits to NGOs or UN agencies,
3. Financial Capability: Ability
to handle the contract value (demonstrated by
bank statements or audit reports).
4. Delivery Timeline: Ability to
deliver the full 500 kits within 15 days of signing the contract.
5. Technical Sample: Requirement
to provide a sample kit for quality inspection before
final selection.
6. Submission Guidelines
Interested suppliers should submit two separate envelopes (or digital files):
- Technical Proposal: Item
specifications, company profile, and delivery schedule.
- Financial Proposal: Itemized
costs including VAT and transportation costs to
Liban Zone.
Note: Due to the volatile nature
of the Liban Zone, the supplier must demonstrate they
have the logistical capacity to navigate the local terrain and security protocols.