Expression of Interest For Advisory Firm For Public-Private Partnerships (Ppp) And Operationalisation Of Special Purpose Vehicle (Spv) To Manage Downstream Design, Investments, And Operations Of The Ekiti Knowledge Zone
Expression of Interest For Advisory Firm For Public-Private Partnerships (Ppp) And Operationalisation Of Special Purpose Vehicle (Spv) To Manage Downstream Design, Investments, And Operations Of The Ekiti Knowledge Zone
Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS,African Union
06-05-2025
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Expression of Interest for Advisory Firm for Public-Private Partnerships (Ppp) and Operationalisation of Special Purpose Vehicle (Spv) to Manage Downstream Design, Investments, And Operations of the Ekiti Knowledge Zone Date Added: April 22, 2025 Deadline: 06/05/2025 Category: Professional Services The Federal Government of Nigeria has secured a loan from the African Development Bank towards Ekiti Knowledge Zone Project (EKZ). The project site is located between Ago Araromi in Ado Local Government Area and Ijan Ekiti in Gbonyin Local Government Area in Ekiti State. The Project intends to apply a portion of the loan for the engagement of a qualified Advisory Firm with expertise in Public-Private Partnerships (PPP), investor mobilization, and SPV operationalization. The selected firm will support the development of a sustainable investment framework, facilitate private sector engagement, and establish a robust Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to drive the downstream design, investments, and operations of EKZ. The services required for this assignment include supporting the Project Implementation Unit for the SPV operationalization of EKZ and being responsible for the identification, facilitation, implementation, and coordination of PPP arrangements, concession and privatization activities within the EKZ. Duration of the assignment will be 6 months with possibility for extension based on the needs of the project, performance of the consultant, and upon agreement by both parties. The specific objectives of the assignment will include but not limited to: 1. PPP Structuring & Advisory: Develop a bankable PPP framework for EKZ, ensuring alignment with local and international best practices. 2. Investor Mobilization: Develop the EKZ investor mobilization strategy and operationalization to effectively mobilize private sector tenants and strategic investors. 3. SPV Operationalisation: Establish and operationalize a legally sound and financially sustainable SPV to manage the downstream activities of the EKZ. 4. Policy & Regulatory Framework: Provide guidance on policies, incentives, and risk mitigation strategies to enhance investor confidence. 5. Business & Financial Modelling: Develop revenue models, risk assessment frameworks, and financial sustainability plans for EKZ. 6. Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate consultations with government agencies, private sector players, and international partners to drive project success. The Ekiti State Development and Investment Promotion Agency (EKDIPA) now invites eligible consulting firms to indicate their interest in providing the Services for the implementation of Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) and operationalization of Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to manage downstream design, investments, and operations of the Ekiti Knowledge Zone. Interested consultants must provide the following information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services: 1. Consultants registration certificate (brochures and company profile) 2. Description of similar assignments with evidence of award (letter of award, contract agreement and/or completion certificate) 3. Brief description of experience in similar conditions. 4. Availability of appropriate skilled and well qualified staff. 5. Evidence of working in similar regional work experience in similar fields (within Nigeria and/or Sub-Saharan Africa). Eligibility criteria, establishment of the short-list and the selection procedure shall be in accordance with the African Development Banks Procurement Policy for Bank Group Funded Operations (October 2015), which is available on the Banks website at https://www.afdb.org/en/projects-and-operations/procurement/new-procurement-policy. A consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection method set out in the procurement Regulations. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [9:00 to 17:00 hours]. Interested parties may request the Terms of Reference (TOR) for a better understanding of the assignment. Expressions of Interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by e-mail) on or before 12 Noon Nigeria Time on 6th May, 2025. Tender Link : https://etenders.com.ng/ekiti-state-development-and-investment-promotion-agency-ekdipa-request-for-expressions-of-interest-for-advisory-firm-for-public-private-partnerships-ppp-and-operationalisation-of-special-purpose-v/
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