1. Objectives of the Call
2. Ensure contractors meet regulatory, professional, and compliance standards in engineering services.
3. Engage contractors who can provide cost-effective, high-quality, and timely services.
4. Enhance Synkron International’s capacity to deliver specialized and large-scale engineering projects.
5. Promote innovation in industrial automation and mechatronics.
6. Strengthen partnerships with contractors who prioritize safety, quality assurance, and sustainability.
7. Provide transparency and competitiveness in the contractor engagement process.
2. Scope of Work
Contractors will provide specialized
engineering services in mechanical, electrical, and mechatronic engineering.
The scope includes, but is not limited to:
A. Mechanical Engineering
· Fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly works.
· Preventive and corrective maintenance.
· Calibration and alignment of rotating equipment.
· HVAC and piping systems installation and maintenance.
B. Electrical Engineering
· Transformer and switch gear servicing.
· Panel building and automation systems.
· Energy audits and power factor correction.
· Testing, inspection, and certification of electrical systems.
C. Mechatronic Engineering &
Automation
· PLC programming, testing, and troubleshooting.
· System calibration and optimization.
· Industrial sensors and instrumentation services.
· Smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 solutions.
Requirements
1. Eligibility & Requirements
A. Applicants must provide evidence of
the following:
2. Professional Certifications/Licenses (EBK, IEK, EPRA, TVETA, OSHA, NEMA).
3. Evidence of Similar Assignments (minimum 3 references in the last 5 years).
4. List of Tools, Equipment & Technology relevant to the scope.
5. Quoting of Hourly/Daily Rates for skilled and unskilled labor.
B. Candidates must demonstrate proven electrical and/or mechanical experience with industrial machinery used in FMCG production, processing, and packaging environments. This includes hands-on expertise with equipment such as conveyor systems, labellers, bottle washers, filling lines, boilers, pasteurizers, mixers and blenders, case washers, palletizers and depalletizers, packers and unpackers, sleeve labellers, inspection units, and PET blow moulders.
2. Evaluation Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated using
the following weighted criteria:
Evaluation Criteria
Weight (%)
Company Profile & Experience
20%
Relevant Certifications &
Compliance
20%
Technical Capacity (tools, staff,
equipment)
20%
Past Performance (references &
case studies)
15%
Financial Stability & Insurance
10%
Quoted Hourly/Daily Rates (Cost
competitiveness)
15%
Total: 100%
Minimum Score for
Pre-Qualification: 70%
Important Notes
- Submission does not guarantee award of work.
- Only shortlisted contractors will be contacted.
- Synkron International reserves the right to
reject or accept applications.
- Contractors will be engaged on a
project-by-project basis.
Skills Required
- Individual profile demonstrating relevant experience (at least 5 years)
- Professional certifications/licenses (EBK, IEK, EPRA, TVETA, OSHA, NEMA)
- Evidence of similar assignments (minimum 3 references in the last 5 years)
- List of tools, equipment and technology relevant to the scope
- Quoted hourly/daily rates for skilled and unskilled labor
- Proven electrical and/or mechanical experience with FMCG production, processing and packaging machinery (conveyors, fillers, labellers, blow moulders, etc.)
- Financial stability and insurance documentation
- Minimum score for pre-qualification (70%)
What We Do
Synkron is a pan-African engineering and technology firm specializing in industrial automation, safety, and maintenance services. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company provides expert plant audits, mechanical and electrical support, and custom design and fabrication solutions for the beverage, processing, and packaging industries across Africa.
