Pre-Qualification of Suppliers for Goods, Works and Services for 2026 – 2027 Financial Years
REF: SHA /MW/EOI/2026 -2027
Established in 1984, Self Help Africa (SHA] is an international Organisation that works though agriculture and Agri-Enterprise development to address hunger, poverty, social inequality and the impact of climate change. We believe that equitable economic development is key to uplifting communities out of long-term poverty, empowering them to take control of their future and improving their quality of life. In early 2023, we launched a new five-year organisation strategy, which defines shared mission as the alleviation of hunger, poverty, social equality and the impact of climate change through community led, market based and enterprise focused approaches, so that people can have access to notorious food, clean water, decent employment and income, while sustaining natural resources.
Self Help Africa invites applications from eligible bidders to be pre-qualified for the supply of Goods, Works and Services for the 2026 – 2027 financial years for categories detailed below:
| CODE | ITEM |
| A1 | Borehole drilling and civil works, borehole rehabilitation works |
| A2 | Mechanical work including plumbing (Pipes/ fittings), and drainage |
| A3 | Electrical work and maintenance: Wiring, Generators & Solar installation |
| A4 | Provision of Civil works including major construction. |
| A5 | Minor repairs and maintenance of buildings and irrigation infrastructure. |
| A6 | Fabrication and installation of signage |
| A7 | Irrigation Construction and Rehabilitation and related works |
| Category B: Supplies | |
| CODE | ITEM |
| B1 | Supply of construction and rehabilitation materials Pumps, pipes, water meters, cement, sand, timber etc. |
| B2 | Computers and computer accessories & consumables |
| B3 | Toners and cartridges. |
| B4 | Assorted Electrical and electronic equipment; TVs, Fridges, Tablets phones |
| B5 | Supply and maintenance of Firefighting equipment |
| B6 | Supply of protective safety wear and Technician Toolbox |
| B7 | Supply of office consumables and sundries, including office groceries, toiletries, and cleaning materials |
| B8 | Supply and maintenance of Air Conditioners and Accessories |
| B9 | Supply of office Furniture and Fittings |
| B10 | Supply of assorted office stationery |
| B11 | Printing services |
| B12 | Supply of motor vehicles and motorcycle tires, e-bikes & fittings, batteries. |
| B13 | Supply, installation and maintenance of solar equipment |
| B14 | Supply of Fuel and lubricants |
| B15 | Supply of non-food items shelter materials, Hygiene and sanitation medical supplies and equipment, mosquito nets, blankets, sleeping bags) |
| B16 | Supply of farm & agricultural inputs, tools, seeds, livestock, etc. |
| Category C: Services – non-consultancy | |
| CODE | ITEM |
| C1 | Design, art and print services – reports, booklets, flyers, posters, visual displays, Business cards, branded T-shirts, mugs, bags, pens and notebooks |
| C2 | Office maintenance and repairs, including painting |
| C3 | Photography, videography and film production services |
| C4 | Air Ticketing, Tours & travel |
| C5 | Clearing & forwarding. |
| C6 | Computer repair & maintenance (printers/copiers & CCTV Cameras |
| C7 | Courier Services (local and global /international courier) |
| C8 | Engraving services and tagging of assets |
| C9 | Events management and entertainment (Tents, chairs, PAS, Deco etc.) |
| C10 | Motor vehicle and asset tracking services and related equipment |
| C11 | Repair & Maintenance of motor vehicles & motorcycles (In major Cities) |
| C12 | SMS services, Telemarketing, aggregation services & Internet services |
| C13 | Provision of vehicle hire/ taxi services |
| C14 | Provision cleaning & fumigation |
| C15 | Provision of valuation services for assets |
| C16 | Provision of assets auctioneer services |
| C17 | Broadcasting & Advertising -Radio and TV |
| C18 | Provision of hotel services |
| C19 | Security services (guard duties) |
| C20 | Publication of advertisements in newspapers |
| C21 | Outside Catering services |
| C2 | Provision of Funeral Services – transport, embalming and others |
| Category D: Consultancy Services | |
| CODE | ITEM |
| D1 | Provision of Water Quality Testing services for boreholes |
How to apply
- Interested Bidders may access detailed Tender document for the prequalification process including the bid submission procedures through the following link https://gsha.box.com/s/4eep2cibsierzhz0xezk5vfrkxwlbtgi
- If you have any questions or need further clarifications, please feel free to send an email to procurementmw@selfhelpafrica.org
- Kindly utilize this provided box link to upload electronic copies of your bid application. https://gsha.box.com/s/y2ydp2vdw7e7ojwmdp1alemtdrx1fxbp.
- Alternatively, bids may be submitted in sealed envelopes, clearly marked “Pre-Qualification of Supplies for Goods, Works and Services for 2026-2027 Financial years” indicating the reference number and the category of goods, works and services being applied for and delivered no later than January 20, 2026, to the Self Help Africa (SHA) Country Office in Lilongwe. Submissions should be addressed to:
The Procurement and Logistics Manager, Self Help Africa, City Centre, Mwai House (Same building as Centenary Bank), Next to Anamwino House, Private Bag B-495, Lilongwe
(Note- Self Help Africa Offices will be closed for Christmas holiday from December 20, 2025 and will re open on January 5, 2026) - Closing date of receiving bids is January 20, 2026, at 4:00pm.
Note: All bids will be evaluated in compliance with SHA guidelines as well as the requirements for the invitation to bid. Self Help Africa takes the safety and wellbeing of those we work with very seriously. We have a zero-tolerance policy on abuse. Our recruitment is safe meaning that we recruit Suppliers with the highest values and standards of ethical behaviour.
Post expires at 4:00pm on Tuesday January 20th, 2026