EAND Invites Bids for Five-Year Strategy Development

East African National Distribution SC (EAND) has announced an Invitation For Bid (IFB) for the procurement of consultancy services to develop its Five-Year strategy for the period 2027-2031. As the exclusive sales and marketing organization for National Cement products, EAND is seeking eligible and qualified bidders to submit proposals through a nationwide open competitive bidding process. The consultancy services will focus on developing a comprehensive strategy for EAND.

To be eligible, bidders must submit valid and up-to-date supporting documents, including a renewed Business License, a valid Professional License or Certificate, a Tax Clearance Certificate, and a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) Certificate. Bidders must also demonstrate at least ten years of relevant corporate strategy experience, preferably with cement or building-materials assignments in African or similar markets. They must have completed at least three comparable assignments in the last seven years, including one with distribution-channel economics or retail expansion.

Interested bidders can obtain a full set of Bidding Documents in English by paying a non-refundable fee of Birr 1000.00. The bid documents must be submitted at the EAND office located at Behind Mintwab Building, Bole Banbis, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, by November 19, 2026, at 4:00 a.m. The bid will be opened on November 19, 2026, at 4:30 a.m. in the presence of bidders or their legal representatives.

Bidders must submit a bid bond amount of Birr 50,000.00 with a CPO or non-conditional bank guarantee attached to participate in the bid. If the bid security is in the form of a Bank Guarantee, it must be valid for at least 118 days from the date of bid opening. EAND reserves the right to cancel the auction in whole or in part.

The consultancy services will play a crucial role in shaping EAND's future strategy and growth. The successful bidder will be expected to provide a comprehensive strategy that aligns with EAND's goals and objectives. The strategy should also take into account the company's experience in the cement and building materials sector.

EAND's decision to seek consultancy services for its Five-Year strategy development reflects the company's commitment to growth and expansion. The company is seeking innovative solutions to enhance its operations and competitiveness in the market. The consultancy services will provide valuable insights and expertise to inform EAND's strategic decisions.

The deadline for bid submission is fast approaching, and interested bidders are encouraged to submit their proposals in a timely manner. EAND can be contacted at +251-920-364175 and +251-903-014422 for further information and clarification on the bidding process.

Key points

• EAND issues Invitation For Bid for consultancy services to develop its Five-Year strategy.
• Bidders must submit proposals by November 19, 2026, at 4:00 a.m.
• The consultancy services will focus on developing a comprehensive strategy for EAND.