Posted by Kordinichi on Thu 14th Nov, 2024 - nigeriantenders.com
The Bank of Industry (BoI) through the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Programme invites eligible consultants (Firms) to indicate interest in Developing an Intellectual Property Securitization Framework For the Technology and Creative Ecosystems in Nigeria. Interested and qualified consultants should possess relevant qualifications.
The Bank of Industry Limited (BOI) is Nigeria’s oldest, largest and most successful development financing institution (DFI).It was incorporated in 1959 as the Investment Company of Nigeria (ICON) Limited and reconstructed into Nigerian Industrial Development Bank (NIDB) in 1964 under the guidance of the World Bank. The International Finance Corporation, which produced its pioneer Chief Executive, held 75% of its equity along with a number of domestic and foreign private investors.
The Bank transformed into the Bank of Industry in 2001, following the merger of the mandates on NIDB, Nigeria Bank for Commerce and Industry (NBCI), and the National Economic Reconstruction Fund (NERFUND) with an authorised share capital of N50 billion. In order to put the Bank in a better position to address the nation’s rising economic profile in line with its mandate, the share capital was increased to N250 billion in 2007 and subsequently increased to N500 billion. The Bank of Industry has the mandate to transform Nigeria’s industrial sector by providing financial assistance for the establishment of large, medium and small enterprises, and rehabilitation of ailing ones; the Bank is aims to drive expansion, diversification, and modernisation, of existing enterprises. The Bank supports projects with potential developmental impact, and the capability to generate considerable multiplier effects such as industrialisation, job creation, and poverty alleviation, all of which would have significant positive effects on the socio-economic condition of Nigerians. The Bank continues to support growth across various sectors with particular focus on MSME, Gender Businesses, Infrastructure, Youth Development , Technology, Climate and Sustainabilty.
We invite eligible consultants (Firms) to indicate their interest for:
Title: Expression of Interest (EoI) - Consultancy Services for Developing an Intellectual Property Securitization Framework For the Technology and Creative Ecosystems in Nigeria
Financing Agreement Reference: 2000200005160
Location: Nigeria
Technology and Creative Sector
Project ID No.: P-NG-K00-009
Background
- The Federal Government of Nigeria has received financing from the African Development Bank (AfDB), Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) towards the implementation of the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (IDICE) Programme and intends to apply part of the agreed amount for this finance to make payments under the contract for Consultancy Services for Developing an Intellectual Property Securitization Framework For the Technology and Creative Ecosystems in Nigeria.
- The Bank of Industry (BOI) now invites eligible consultants (firms) to indicate interest in providing these services by submitting their proposals, demonstrating experience in performing similar assignments with references and showing responsiveness to the qualifications requirements outlined in this REOI.
Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience
- At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in consulting, law, research and delivering legal documents and regulatory frameworks for public or private sector actors.
- Proven experience in relevant fields with examples.
- Experience in providing quality comprehensive analytical reports.
- Proven knowledge of relevant policies, legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Proven experience working with the public sector.
- Experience working with multilateral organisations and development finance institutions preferred.
- Proficiency in English language.
- Evidence of a strong management team with an understanding of the programme audit needs.
- Experienced operational staff and robust middle-and back-offices.
- Possessing existing relationships and network with relevant local and international Industry players is a plus.
Legal & Compliance Requirements:
For a consortium of firms or single firms domiciled in Nigeria, the lead firm MUST provide the following documents:
- Evidence of legal registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in line withthe requisite CAMA Act. 2020, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria.
- Evidence of registration with relevant industry certification pertaining to training in the tech/creative Sector.
- Submission of Memorandum and Articles from CAC07 (i.e. Particulars of Board of Directors) and Form CAC02 (i.e. Particulars of Shareholders)
- Evidence of relevant operating license(s)
- Affidavit indicating that all documents submitted are genuine and verifiable.
Financial Requirements:
- Confirmation of financial capacity of the company (3 years audited statement of accounts and financial summary).
Tax Requirement:
- Evidence of Company Tax Clearance Certificates for the last 3 years.
- VAT Registration.
Application Closing Date
4th December, 2024 at 1PM.
Submission of EoI
Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form and soft copy (in a flash drive) to the address below by December 4th, 2024 at 1 PM and mention "Consultancy Services for Developing an Intellectual Property Securitization Framework for the Technology and Creative Ecosystems in Nigeria under the iDICE Programme":
Attention
iDICE Programme Coordination Unit,
Bank of Industry,
23 Marina, Lagos
E-mail: idice-proposals@boi.ng
Note
- For the Terms of Reference (TOR) for this Expression of Interest, please visit www.boi.ng/idicetor
- Firms that are registered outside Nigeria shall submit relevant legal and compliance documents as applicable to their countries of jurisdiction.
- Eligibility criteria and the selection procedure shall be in accordance with the African Development Bank's "Procurement Policy for Bank Group Funded Operations" October 2015, which is available on the Bank's website at http://www.afdb.org
- Further information can be obtained at the address above during office hours, i.e. from 8 AM to 5 PM on working days.