Rikolto in Tanzania seeks qualified agricultural input suppliers to support 40 demonstration plots in Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Mbeya, and Songwe under the Kilimo Stahimilivu project. The suppliers will provide horticultural inputs and technical support for climate-resilient farming using solar-powered drip irrigation systems. Eligibility ✔️ BSc in Agronomy, Horticulture, or General Agriculture. ✔️ Registered agro-dealer with government certifications. ✔️ 3+ years of experience with smallholder farmers. ✔️ Compliance with tax regulations (EFD receipts). How to Apply Submit a Technical & Financial Proposal with: 📌 Price list of required inputs. 📌 Methodology for managing a one-acre demo plot. 📌 CV(s) of key personnel. Email applications to eastafrica@rikolto.org by March 12, 2025, with the subject: "Agricultural Input Supply – Kilimo Stahimilivu"
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Rikolto, in collaboration with Simusolar, is implementing a three-year project funded by the Belgian government (Flemish Government, G-STIC CAP Program). The project, known as “Kilimo Stahimilivu”, commenced on February 1, 2023, and will run until June 30, 2026. It aims to demonstrate and scale up the use of integrated solar-powered drip irrigation systems in the Northern and Southern Highlands of Tanzania to enhance smallholder vegetable and fruit farmers' resilience to erratic weather patterns while protecting and conserving water sources.
The project directly benefits approximately 9,000 farmers in the regions of Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Mbeya, and Songwe. These farmers will learn from at least 40 demonstration farms, showcasing the use of integrated solar-powered pumps and drip irrigation systems. As of January 2024, the project has expanded to include six additional regions: Iringa, Njombe, Manyara, Tanga, Morogoro, and Dodoma.
Rikolto seeks to engage two agricultural input suppliers—one in Northern Tanzania and one in Southern Tanzania—to supply agricultural inputs and provide technical expertise for at least 40 demonstration plots.
The primary objective of engaging these consultants is to supply horticultural inputs and provide technical expertisefor the establishment of demonstration plots. The demonstration plots will illustrate the technical and economic efficiencies of integrated solar-powered drip irrigation systems, which have already been purchased and installed by selected farmers in Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Mbeya, and Songwe regions.
Consultants are expected to propose a methodology for implementing this assignment in the four regions.
The expected deliverable is that at least 40 farmers will receive agricultural inputs and technical support to establish demonstration plots. Additionally, input supply may be extended to agricultural exhibitions, such as the Nane Nane Exhibition and similar events.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
i. A minimum of a BSc in Agronomy, Horticulture, or General Agriculture from a recognized institution.
ii. Must be registered with relevant government regulatory bodies, such as company registration, agro-dealer certification, agro-shop licenses, or as a Village-Based Advisor.
iii. Must be government-compliant, including the ability to issue EFD receipts.
iv. A minimum of three years of experience in supplying agricultural inputs and providing technical know-how to rural farmers in Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Mbeya, or Songwe regions.
v. A strong affinity with the objectives and methodology of the Kilimo Stahimilivu project.
vi. Ability to work independently and efficiently.
The proposed budget should be well-structured and justifiable, including cost estimates for:
The final budget will be negotiated based on the proposed estimates, and the agreed amount will be included in the contract.
This assignment will be implemented through demonstration plots based on an agreed-upon work plan in Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Mbeya, and Songwe regions, with a completion deadline of January 31, 2026.
Qualified firms or individuals are invited to submit a Technical and Financial Proposal, including:
Applications must be submitted via email to eastafrica@rikolto.org by March 12, 2025. Please ensure that the subject line of your email includes the exact title of the consultancy: Agricultural Input Supply – Kilimo Stahimilivu
See names of inputs below.