Food Processing Equipment_Bekaa Region

1. Objective

The main objective of “The CHASE youth empowerment program” in Majdel Anjar is to Improve the resilience of individuals, households, communities, and systems in the face of economic and climatic shocks and stressors affecting the food security, nutrition and wellbeing of Lebanese and displaced women and men in vulnerable areas. 

Specific objectives:  

• Improve ability of vulnerable groups to participate in resilience programs and increase their access to employment and income   
• Improve performance and inclusiveness of food systems   
• Enhance management of natural resources and enhanced climate adaptation practices 

Fair Trade Lebanon (FTL) is looking for a food supplier to provide beneficiaries with the equipment they need to improve their food processing and mouneh-making activities.

2. Technical Specifications & Requirements

Company qualification

• The vendor must have a valid permit from all relevant ministries.

Tools Specifications

• Cooking pot Stainless 30 L      -Pcs      35       

• "Material: Stainless steel, which is durable and easy to clean.
• Capacity: 30 liters, suitable for cooking large quantities of food.
• Lid: Included, to cover the pot while cooking.
• Handles: Sturdy and heat-resistant handles for safe handling."

• Floor Gas Cooker- Pcs 35       

• "Type: Freestanding floor gas cooker with one burner.

• Burner with flame control.
• Size: Adequate size to accommodate the cooking pot and other cookware comfortably."

• Jars (509)(12 pcs)        Pcs       35       

• "Quantity: Set of 12 jars.

• Material: Glass, suitable for storing various food items.
• Capacity: 1 kg.
• Lid: Airtight lids to keep the contents fresh."

• Knives set (12pcs)        Pcs       35

• "Quantity: Set of 12 knives.

• Material: High-quality stainless steel blades for sharpness and durability.
• Handles: Comfortable and ergonomic handles for ease of use."
• Big wooden Spoon        Pcs       35        "Material: Sturdy and food-safe wooden material.
• Size: Large enough for stirring and mixing in the cooking pot."

• Whisk  -Pcs      35       

• "Material: Stainless steel wires for efficient mixing and whipping.
• Handle: Comfortable grip for ease of use.
• Size: Adequate size for different cooking tasks."

• Digital scale (g)-Pcs     35       

• "Measurement Units: Measures in grams (g) for precise ingredient measurements.

• Capacity: Sufficient capacity to handle the required weights.
• Tare Function: Allows resetting the scale to zero with containers on top for accurate measurements."

• Milk Thermometer      -Pcs      35       

• "Temperature Range: Suitable for measuring temperatures in the range required for milk and other liquids.
• Material: Food-safe and heat-resistant material.
• Display: Easy-to-read display for quick temperature readings."

• Large size bowls, stainless steel  large 65cm-   Pcs       35       

• "Material: Stainless steel for durability and ease of cleaning.
• Size: Large and small sizes to accommodate different cooking and mixing needs."

• Large size bowls, stainless steel small 34cm- PCs        35

• "Material: Stainless steel for durability and ease of cleaning.
• Size: Large and small sizes to accommodate different cooking and mixing needs."

• Cheese cutting mold and slicer Pcs       35       

• "Material: Food-grade material suitable for cheese handling.
• Design: Mold for shaping cheese and slicer for cutting uniform slices."

• Electric Mixer -Pcs      35       

• "Type: Handheld or stand mixer for mixing and blending ingredients.
• Speed Settings: Multiple speed settings for different mixing tasks.
• Attachments: Various attachments like beaters and dough hooks for versatile use."

Requirements & conditions

• FTL will pay the VAT in LBP based on the official exchange rate approved by the government on the invoice date.
• The service provider must deliver all the items to Majdel Anjar

3. Evaluation

• The bidder’s evaluation process will consider following with assigned weights:
• Financial ......................................... 40%
• Technical ........................................ 50%
• Reputation & Reference Check ...... 10%

4. Payment Terms

• Payments will be made only through bank transfer or bank cheques
• The price will be paid in USD while the VAT will be paid in LBP base