Tuesday, October 28, 2014

RFP - TRADEMARK EAST AFRICA - PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES - closes 24/10/14

The aim of this assignment is to offer legal services to TMEA at its headquarters in Nairobi – Kenya.

TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is an initiative funded by a range of development agencies to promote regional and economic integration in East Africa by working with East Africa Community, National government, business and private/ civil society organisations. TMEA has its headquarters in Kenya (Nairobi) and branches in Uganda (Kampala), Tanzania (Dar es Salam), Rwanda (Kigali), Burundi (Bujumbura) and South Sudan (in Juba).
Objective
The aim of this assignment is to offer legal services to TMEA at its headquarters in Nairobi – Kenya.
Recipient
TradeMark East Africa.
Scope or Deliverables
The successful legal firm will offer the following to TMEA;
  • Provision of legal services and advice for TMEA headquarters.
  • Representing TMEA and/ or its partners in all legal proceedings where applicable.
Terms of engagement will be agreed prior to commencement of each assignment.
Methodology
The succesful  firm will apply industry best practice.
Reporting
The consultant will report to the Chief Operating Officer - Corporate Services
Timeframe
This contract will run for a period of 2 years starting 5th January 2014 with a possibility of extension subject to performance, need and budget availability.
Coordination
The assignment shall be coordinated by the Chief Operating Officer - Corporate Services.
Qualifications
The minimum qualifications requested are as follows:
  • Good track record in legal matters especially in dealing with mid- size to large multinational organisations
  • Ability to offer corporate legal support across a range of areas.
  • Registration and practicing member of the respective legal bar association.
Additional documents relating to the terms of reference:

http://procurement.trademarkea.com/upload/uploads/9e0bdff86ce1be6fe7a5ebc9819a31eb.docx