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Subject: Invitation for Expression of Interest (EOI) – Energy Audit

Dear Prospective Bidder,

The International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) invites qualified and licensed energy audit consultants, energy auditors, or energy service companies to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for providing Consultancy Services for Comprehensive Energy Audit and Energy Management Compliance Assessment at the ILRI Addis Ababa Campus.

1. Objective and Scope of Work

The primary objective of this assignment is to conduct a campus-wide energy audit and compliance assessment to improve energy efficiency, reduce operational costs, support regulatory readiness, and advance ILRI’s sustainability goals.

The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) will be shared with shortlisted firms. However, the scope of services includes, but is not limited to:

  • Establishing a campus-wide energy baseline and energy balance.

  • Reviewing electricity, diesel/fuel, and hybrid solar PV data and performance.

  • Assessing electrical systems, transformers, backup power, pumping systems, laboratories, cold rooms, and other major loads.

  • Identifying Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) with financial and GHG emission reduction analysis.

  • Reviewing compliance with applicable Ethiopian energy regulations and proposing an energy management framework.

  • Developing an energy KPI dashboard framework and an Energy Efficiency Investment Plan.

2. Eligibility & Submission Requirements

Interested firms must demonstrate validity of licenses, registrations, and technical capacity in line with the Petroleum and Energy Authority / Ethiopian Energy Authority. To be considered for shortlisting, your EOI submission must include:

  • Company profile and valid business registration.

  • Evidence of energy auditor/manager/service provider license or certification (including CV of the licensed Lead Energy Auditor).

  • Summary and descriptions of relevant energy audit assignments completed in the last five years.

  • Proposed key professionals, their qualifications, and a list of available, calibrated measurement instruments.

  • A brief statement on your understanding of the assignment.

3. Key Procurement Timeline and Schedule

Activity Date & Time Location / Contact
Site Visit (Mandatory) July 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM

Gurd Shola, ILRI Campus, Sodo Building
Bidders’ Q&A Submission Deadline July 23, 2026

Undersigned / CC: ILRIEthiopiaProcurement@CGIAR.ORG 
Official Response from ILRI July 24, 2026

Email communication
EOI Submission Deadline On or before July 29, 2026

Secure email: ilriettender@cgiar.org 

Important Instructions for Bidders:

  • No Assumptions: Bidders must thoroughly understand the scope of work. Avoid making any assumptions unless they are explicitly explained and written in the bid document.

  • Email Subject Line: Your electronic EOI submission must explicitly state “Energy Audit” in the subject line without any modifications.

  • Queries: Direct all clarification queries to the undersigned and strictly copy ILRIEthiopiaProcurement@CGIAR.ORG.

This EOI will be used to shortlist qualified professionals who will subsequently be invited to submit detailed technical and financial proposals. Please note that submission of an EOI does not constitute a contract award or guarantee an invitation to the final RFP stage. 

International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

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