Objectives of the assignment/consultancyThe objective of this assignment is to conduct a mapping and assessment exercise in Regenerative Agriculture (RA) and Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) in the 7 focal counties.The assignment will anchor our work in supporting ecosystem actors to form a movement of like-minded partners who will continuously jointly plan, act and address key barriers to RA–PURE adoption by strengthening connections between farmers, SMEs, technology providers, financial institutions, and advocacy networks.Ultimately, this will involve improving last-mile distribution, reinforcing agro-dealer and supplier networks, and expanding consumer demand for regenerative and energy-smart solutions. The Power for Food Partnership will also enable SMEs to scale through business development services while expanding financial access via Village Saving and Loans Associations (VSLAs) and partnerships with formal institutions.Scope of WorkThe scope of work for the Consultant will include, but not be limited to:<ul><li>Mapping of existing and potential Local Distribution Hubs (LDHs) - Farmer organizations such as Farmer Field Schools (FFS), FFBS, Co-operatives - and assessing their capacity on distribution reach and efficiency, technical and knowledge on RA-PURE, financial strength and access to credit and scaling and replication opportunities with recommended strategies to reinforce these networks and increase consumer demand for RA–PURE solutions etc.</li><li>Map and assess agro-dealers and PURE supplier networks with a focus on distribution channels and last mile delivery systems, coverage and accessibility of outlets across the counties, challenges and opportunities for improving efficiency and competitiveness.</li><li>Undertake an assessment of financial products/services offered  to LDHs - farmer organisations, agrovets, PURE/RA products and services suppliers, by other financial institutions- co-operatives, VSLAS, and not limited to RBF, RBR, bundled financing etc, and gaps in accessibility, affordability, and suitability for smallholder farmers and SMEs and recommend strategies to expand financing options for farmers and SMEs adopting RA–PURE solutions.</li><li>Develop an action plan based on the findings from the mapping and assessments, outlining practical steps, responsibilities, timelines, and resources required to strengthen RA–PURE distribution ecosystems and financial access.</li></ul>Timeline &amp; DeliverablesThis assignment is expected to be carried out for 30 professional days for the lead consultant, beginning October 2025.  The table below highlights the anticipated deliverables.<ol><li>Inception report outlining the methodology, work plan, tools, and stakeholder engagement strategy.</li><li>A verifiable database of common interest groups, LDHs, agro-dealers, RA/PURE suppliers, including technologies being promoted and financial products available per county. List of sub-counties to be provided as a reference.</li><li>A needs assessment report for the LDHs, agro-dealers and RA/PURE suppliers and the action plan.</li><li>Participatory validation workshop for validation and strengthening of preliminary findings and recommendations with key stakeholders</li><li>Final report summarizing activities, findings, scaling and sustainability recommendations.</li></ol>TaskPhase 1- Inception (5 Professional days) Inception report detailing the methodology to be used, tools, activity plan and stakeholder engagement plan.Phase 2- Verifiable Databases, Needs Assessment Report and Action Plan (20 Professional Days) Develop the database of common interest groups, LDHs, agro-dealers, RA/PURE suppliers including technologies being promoted and financial products available per county including the detailed action plan anchored on the validation workshop engagementsPhase 3- Final Reporting (5 Professional days) Final report summarizing activities, findings, scaling and sustainability recommendations.Total Level of Effort (days) for the lead consultant 30.Criteria for Evaluation Technical proposal including: <ol><li>Individual Consultant or firm experience in previous similar assignments and reputation – Past performance, references for the work performed in the last five years with at least 2-3 assignments in Kenya (20%)</li><li>Demonstrate past work in regenerative agriculture, agricultural development, energy access, productive use of renewable energy, and working knowledge of data analysis in Kenya or East Africa (20%)</li><li>Clear comprehension of the ToR, detailed methodology and workplan (20%)</li><li>Directly relevant team academic qualifications and competencies in agriculture, data analysis, renewable energy or another technical field (20%).</li></ol>Financial Proposal (20%)<ol><li>Must be inclusive of all applicable taxes in Kenya (WHT/VAT).</li></ol>

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Consultancy to conduct a mapping and assessment exercise in Regenerative Agriculture (RA) and Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE)

Objectives of the assignment/consultancyThe objective of this assignment is to conduct a mapping and assessment exercise in Regenerative Agriculture (RA) and Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE) in the 7 focal counties.The assignment will anchor our work in supporting ecosystem actors to form a movement of like-minded partners who will continuously jointly plan, act and address key barriers to RA–PURE adoption by strengthening connections between farmers, SMEs, technology providers, financial institutions, and advocacy networks.Ultimately, this will involve improving last-mile distribution, reinforcing agro-dealer and supplier networks, and expanding consumer demand for regenerative and energy-smart solutions. The Power for Food Partnership will also enable SMEs to scale through business development services while expanding financial access via Village Saving and Loans Associations (VSLAs) and partnerships with formal institutions.Scope of WorkThe scope of work for the Consultant will include, but not be limited to:<ul><li>Mapping of existing and potential Local Distribution Hubs (LDHs) - Farmer organizations such as Farmer Field Schools (FFS), FFBS, Co-operatives - and assessing their capacity on distribution reach and efficiency, technical and knowledge on RA-PURE, financial strength and access to credit and scaling and replication opportunities with recommended strategies to reinforce these networks and increase consumer demand for RA–PURE solutions etc.</li><li>Map and assess agro-dealers and PURE supplier networks with a focus on distribution channels and last mile delivery systems, coverage and accessibility of outlets across the counties, challenges and opportunities for improving efficiency and competitiveness.</li><li>Undertake an assessment of financial products/services offered &nbsp;to LDHs - farmer organisations, agrovets, PURE/RA products and services suppliers, by other financial institutions- co-operatives, VSLAS, and not limited to RBF, RBR, bundled financing etc, and gaps in accessibility, affordability, and suitability for smallholder farmers and SMEs and recommend strategies to expand financing options for farmers and SMEs adopting RA–PURE solutions.</li><li>Develop an action plan based on the findings from the mapping and assessments, outlining practical steps, responsibilities, timelines, and resources required to strengthen RA–PURE distribution ecosystems and financial access.</li></ul>Timeline &amp; DeliverablesThis assignment is expected to be carried out for 30 professional days for the lead consultant, beginning October 2025.&nbsp; The table below highlights the anticipated deliverables.<ol><li>Inception report outlining the methodology, work plan, tools, and stakeholder engagement strategy.</li><li>A verifiable database of common interest groups, LDHs, agro-dealers, RA/PURE suppliers, including technologies being promoted and financial products available per county. List of sub-counties to be provided as a reference.</li><li>A needs assessment report for the LDHs, agro-dealers and RA/PURE suppliers and the action plan.</li><li>Participatory validation workshop for validation and strengthening of preliminary findings and recommendations with key stakeholders</li><li>Final report summarizing activities, findings, scaling and sustainability recommendations.</li></ol>TaskPhase 1- Inception (5 Professional days)&nbsp;Inception report detailing the methodology to be used, tools, activity plan and stakeholder engagement plan.Phase 2- Verifiable Databases, Needs Assessment Report and Action Plan (20 Professional Days)&nbsp;Develop the database of common interest groups, LDHs, agro-dealers, RA/PURE suppliers including technologies being promoted and financial products available per county including the detailed action plan anchored on the validation workshop engagementsPhase 3- Final Reporting (5 Professional days)&nbsp;Final report summarizing activities, findings, scaling and sustainability recommendations.Total Level of Effort (days) for the lead consultant&nbsp;30.Criteria for Evaluation Technical proposal including: <ol><li>Individual Consultant or firm experience in previous similar assignments and reputation – Past performance, references for the work performed in the last five years with at least 2-3 assignments in Kenya (20%)</li><li>Demonstrate past work in regenerative agriculture, agricultural development, energy access, productive use of renewable energy, and working knowledge of data analysis in Kenya or East Africa (20%)</li><li>Clear comprehension of the ToR, detailed methodology and workplan (20%)</li><li>Directly relevant team academic qualifications and competencies in agriculture, data analysis, renewable energy or another technical field (20%).</li></ol>Financial Proposal (20%)<ol><li>Must be inclusive of all applicable taxes in Kenya (WHT/VAT).</li></ol>

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