Expression of Interest For Supply Of Cng Gas For Buses in Tanzania

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Expression of Interest for Supply of CNG Gas for Buses on Dart Phase Two. The Dar Rapid Transit (DART) Agency is a Governmental entity established by Government Notice (GN) No. 120 of 25th May 2007 under the Executive Agencies Act No. 30 of 1997. The Agencys mandate is to plan, develop, and manage an efficient public transport system in Dar Salaam to reduce traffic congestion, promote sustainability, and improve urban mobility. DART invites qualified suppliers/investors to submit an Expression of Interest (E0I) for the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) supply for a fleet of 755 buses operating on BRT Phase Two. The selected supplier will also construct and operate the CNG refueling infrastructure (Mother and Daughter Stations) to ensure smooth and continuous fueling operations. The supplier will enter into direct contracts with bus operators for CNG supply, while the DART will oversee regulatory compliance, safety standards, and operational effectiveness. The Role of DART will include: Oversight: Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Leasing Space: Facilitate land leasing for fueling station construction. Coordination: Ensure no disruption to BRT operations by working closely with bus operators and stakeholders. Scope of Work The successful supplier will be required to: CNG Supply: Provide a continuous, reliable supply to 755 buses. Refueling Infrastructure: a) Mother Station: Establish a central refueling station for compressing and storingCNG. b) Daughter Stations: Develop strategically located refueling stations for com entent bus access. Maintenance: Design, construct, and maintain all fueling infrastructure, including compressors, storage tanks, dispensers, and safety systems. Safety Compliance: Adhere to Tanzanias health, safety, and environmental regulations. Technology: Implement automated fueling processes and real-time monitoring systems. Sustainability: Minimize environmental impact in line with waste management and emissions standards. Reliability: Ensure system redundancy and backup solutions for uninterrupted fuel supply. Scalability: Design infrastructure to accommodate future fleet and station expansion Collaboration: Coordinate with DART, bus operators, and other stakeholders for seamless implementation and ongoing operations. Those who are interested and find themselves to be eligible must meet the under-listed conditions and avail the Agency with the following paper qualifications: a. Submission Letter: Indicating project interest, company details, and organizational structure. b. Experience: Demonstrated experience (minimum 5 years) in CNG supply and infrastructure development. c. Financial Stability: Financial statements for the last 3 years d. Technical Proposal: A detailed proposal with timelines, equipment specifications, quality assurance practices, and safety protocols. e. Personnel: Details of key team members with relevant experience Suppliers may apply as a JV but must meet all legal and technical requirements, with clearly defined roles for each member. Site Visits: Interested suppliers are encouraged to visit the proposed site and may contact +255 629196033 for details effective from 8th January 2025 Requests for clarification must be submitted in writing no later than five 5) days before the submission deadline. NOTE: This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The Agency has the mandate to accept or reject any submission and, if necessary, may annul the entire expression of interest process at any time without consideration for the interested investors. Expression of interest in a sealed envelope marked REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FOR SUPPLY OF CNG GAS FOR BUSES ON DART PHASE TWO (2) Must be submitted on or before 29th January 2025. It should be either physically or electronically delivered to the address below. Chief Executive Dar Rapid Transit Agency, Ubungo Maji, Morogoro Road, P.O. Box 724, DARES SALAAM. Email: ce@dart.go.tz Tender Link : https://tenders.ajirazetu.tz/supply-of-cng-gas-for-buses-on-dart-phase-two/

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