Consultancy Overview 

• MSF Eastern Africa seeks to develop an operational center effectively running direct program in the course of 2024. In addition to its own activities, MSF Eastern Africa Hosts staff from various MSF entities in the movement and provides support to Operations through various initiatives. As a result, we need to upgrade our infrastructure and services to meet future needs. It’s for this reason that we are seeking to engage experienced individual consultants to provide their professional services in the following categories:

Type of Contract 

• Framework Agreement

Duration 

• 1 Year

Objectives: 

• Design, develop, and deploy custom Power Apps solutions to meet specific business requirements.
• Gather functional and technical requirements from stakeholders and translate them into Power Apps designs.
• Create user-friendly and responsive canvas apps and model-driven apps using Power Apps.
• Integrate Power Apps with various data sources, such as SharePoint, SQL databases, and cloud-based services.
• Implement complex business logic, data validation, and security controls within Power Apps.
• Customize app interfaces, forms, and screens to optimize user experiences.
• Implement workflows and automation using Power Automate (Flow) in conjunction with Power Apps.
• Ensure app performance, scalability, and cross-platform compatibility.
• Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and performance optimization of Power Apps solutions.
• Provide user training for Power Apps applications.

Consultant profile requirements 

• Power Apps Development: Proficiency in developing canvas apps and model-driven apps using Microsoft Power Apps. Experience in creating user-friendly and responsive app interfaces, forms, and screens.
• Power Apps Functionality: In-depth understanding of Power Apps functionalities and features, including data connections, formula expressions, user controls, and data integration with various sources.
• Power Platform Integration: Familiarity with integrating Power Apps with other components of the Microsoft Power Platform, such as Power Automate (Flow) and Power BI. Ability to leverage the Power Platform ecosystem for building comprehensive solutions.
• Data Source Integration: Knowledge of integrating Power Apps with different data sources, including SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics 365, SQL databases, Excel, and cloud-based services. Ability to design data models and establish data connections.
• User Experience (UX) Design: Understanding of user experience design principles and best practices. Ability to create intuitive and visually appealing app interfaces, optimize user workflows, and enhance overall user experience.
• Formulas and Expressions: Proficiency in using Power Apps formula language (Power Fx) to build complex business logic, calculate field values, perform data validations, and implement conditional formatting.
• Power Apps Security: Knowledge of security features and controls in Power Apps. Ability to implement role-based access controls, data privacy measures, and user authentication mechanisms to ensure app security.
• Troubleshooting and Debugging: Experience in troubleshooting and debugging Power Apps to identify and resolve issues. Ability to analyze error messages, validate app functionality, and optimize performance.
• Responsive Design and Device Compatibility: Understanding of responsive design principles for developing apps that adapt to different screen sizes and devices. Ability to ensure cross-device compatibility and provide consistent user experiences.
• Version Control and Deployment: Knowledge of version control systems and best practices for managing Power Apps source code and deployments. Ability to collaborate with development teams and adhere to development lifecycle processes.
• Documentation and Training: Proficiency in documenting app designs, development processes, and user guides. Ability to provide training and support to end-users and stakeholders on using Power Apps effectively.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, gather requirements, and translate business needs into Power Apps solutions. Ability to work in cross-functional teams and liaise with business users and IT teams.
• A minimum of 3 organizations worked for with proof indicating the sectors (attach contracts first page and the signature page
• Proof of Tax Compliance

3.0 Proposal Format 
The proposal should include the following information:

• Executive Summary: A brief summary of your proposal demonstrating a clear understanding of the scope of work and how the consultant intends to meet the deliverables with timelines.
• Consultant profile & certificates – experience details should be sufficiently provided including reference letters where possible. MSF EA shall conduct a due diligence on all the information provided.
• Consultant Rate Card
• Copy of Tax Compliance Certificate

4.0 Evaluation of Proposal and Evaluation Criteria  

Responses will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Criteria  Score(%)

• Suitability of the consultant profile requirements     40%
• Experience in Similar Assignments     40%
• Rate Card    20%

5.0 Terms and Conditions  

• This document contains proprietary and confidential information. Recipients may use or reproduce the information detailed within this document and any other supporting information only to provide a response to this RFP. No commitment will be made to any agency/consultant unless a contract has been awarded and signed by both parties. We reserve the right to cease this exercise at any time. During the period of this activity, no contact should occur between any members of the supplier’s staff and organizational staff in relation to this exercise other than through the designated contact points as detailed within this RFP

6.0 Ethics  

• Applicants are required to observe our procurement ethical code of conduct which includes but is not limited to observing the highest standard of ethics regarding corruption, collusion, conflict of interest and fraud. If the agency does not observe confidentiality or ethical practices, they shall be disqualified from any future work.

7.0 Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality  

• The information contained within this document or subsequently made available to the consultant is deemed confidential and must not be disclosed without the prior written consent unless required by law.

8.0 Independent Proposal 

• By submitting a financial proposal, the consultant warrants that the prices in the proposal have been arrived at independently, without consultation, communication, agreement or understanding for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices, with any other potential consultant or with any competitor

9.0 Proposal Submission Process  

• It should be noted that this document relates to RFP only and not a firm commitment to enter into a contractual agreement. In addition, MSF EA will not be held responsible for any costs associated with the production of a response to this RFP

Submission of the Proposal 

• The proposal should be no more than 15 pages in length, including all appendices and attachments.
• The proposal should be submitted to procurement@nairobi.msf.org  on or before 18th July 2023 at 1700hrs (East African Time) and marked as follows on the subject line:

CALL FOR CONSULTANCY-POWER APPS DEVELOPER 
All quotes should be in USD

Terms of reference – Azure Architect
Type of Contract 

• Framework Agreement

Duration 

• 1 Year

Objectives: 

• Provide expertise in designing and architecting Azure-based solutions.
• Assess the organization’s requirements and develop a comprehensive Azure architecture plan.
• Design and implement Azure infrastructure, including virtual networks, storage accounts, and virtual machines.
• Configure and optimize Azure services, such as Azure Active Directory, Azure App Service, and Azure SQL Database.
• Implement security measures and best practices for Azure resources.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure seamless integration of Azure services with existing IT infrastructure.
• Provide guidance and support for migration of on-premise resources to Azure.
• Implement backup and disaster recovery strategies for Azure-based systems.

Consultant profile requirements 

• Azure Expertise: Extensive experience in designing and architecting solutions on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. In-depth knowledge of Azure services, including compute, storage, networking, databases, and security.
• Solution Design and Architecture: Proven ability to design and architect scalable, secure, and high-performing solutions on Azure. Experience in translating business requirements into well-architected cloud solutions, considering factors such as availability, scalability, and cost optimization.
• Azure Services and Technologies: Strong understanding of various Azure services and technologies, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure App Service, Azure Functions, Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Active Directory, Azure Security Center, and Azure Networking.
• Cloud Migration and Hybrid Integration: Experience in planning and executing cloud migration projects, including assessing on-premises workloads for migration to Azure. Knowledge of hybrid integration strategies and technologies, such as Azure Hybrid Connections, Azure ExpressRoute, or Azure VPN Gateway.
• Security and Compliance: Strong understanding of Azure security principles and best practices. Familiarity with Azure security services, such as Azure Active Directory Identity Protection, Azure Key Vault, Azure Security Center, and Azure Sentinel. Knowledge of industry compliance standards, such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS.
• Cloud Cost Optimization: Knowledge of cost optimization strategies and tools on Azure.
• DevOps and CI/CD: Understanding of DevOps principles and experience in implementing CI/CD pipelines on Azure. Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins for continuous integration, delivery, and deployment.
• Troubleshooting and Performance Optimization: Proficiency in troubleshooting Azure-related issues, identifying performance bottlenecks, and implementing optimizations.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders, gather requirements, and present architectural designs and recommendations. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide guidance to developers and administrators.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate demonstrate a strong foundation in Azure architecture and expertise.
• A minimum of 3 organizations worked for with proof indicating the sectors (attach contracts first page and the signature page
• Proof of Tax Compliance

3.0 Proposal Format 
The proposal should include the following information:

• Executive Summary: A brief summary of your proposal demonstrating a clear understanding of the scope of work and how the consultant intends to meet the deliverables with timelines.
• Consultant profile & certificates – experience details should be sufficiently provided including reference letters where possible. MSF EA shall conduct a due diligence on all the information provided.
• Consultant Rate Card

4.0 Evaluation of Proposal and Evaluation Criteria  
Responses will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Criteria
Score(%)

• Suitability of the consultant profile requirements     40%
• Experience in Similar Assignments     40%
• Rate Card    20%

5.0 Terms and Conditions  

• This document contains proprietary and confidential information. Recipients may use or reproduce the information detailed within this document and any other supporting information only to provide a response to this RFP. No commitment will be made to any agency/consultant unless a contract has been awarded and signed by both parties. We reserve the right to cease this exercise at any time. During the period of this activity, no contact should occur between any members of the supplier’s staff and organizational staff in relation to this exercise other than through the designated contact points as detailed within this RFP

6.0 Ethics  

• Applicants are required to observe our procurement ethical code of conduct which includes but is not limited to observing the highest standard of ethics regarding corruption, collusion, conflict of interest and fraud. If the agency does not observe confidentiality or ethical practices, they shall be disqualified from any future work.

7.0 Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality  

• The information contained within this document or subsequently made available to the consultant is deemed confidential and must not be disclosed without the prior written consent unless required by law.

8.0 Independent Proposal 

• By submitting a financial proposal, the consultant warrants that the prices in the proposal have been arrived at independently, without consultation, communication, agreement or understanding for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices, with any other potential consultant or with any competitor.

9.0 Proposal Submission Process  

• It should be noted that this document relates to RFP only and not a firm commitment to enter into a contractual agreement. In addition, MSF EA will not be held responsible for any costs associated with the production of a response to this RFP

Submission of the Proposal 

• The proposal should be no more than 15 pages in length, including all appendices and attachments.
• The proposal should be submitted to procurement@nairobi.msf.org  on or before 18th July 2023 at 1700hrs (East African Time) and marked as follows on the subject line:

CALL FOR CONSULTANCY-AZURE ARCHITECT
All quotes should be in USD

Call for consultancy – Data Architect & Power BI Analyst
Type of Contract 

• Framework Agreement

Duration 

• 1 Year

Objectives: 

• Design and implement a robust data architecture to support data storage, retrieval, and analytics.
• Develop data management strategies, including data governance, data quality assurance, and data integration.
• Implement appropriate data security measures and data backup and recovery procedures.

Consultant profile requirements 

• Data Modeling and Database Design: Strong expertise in data modeling techniques and database design principles. Proficiency in creating logical and physical data models to represent complex business requirements.
• Data Integration and ETL: Experience in designing and implementing data integration processes, including extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) workflows. Knowledge of ETL tools and methodologies for data consolidation and data quality management.
• Data Warehouse and Data Lake: In-depth understanding of data warehousing concepts and architecture. Familiarity with building and managing data lakes, including schema design, data partitioning, and data governance.
• Data Governance and Compliance: Knowledge of data governance practices, policies, and frameworks. Understanding of data privacy regulations and compliance requirements, such as GDPR or CCPA.
• Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Strong understanding of data analytics and business intelligence concepts. Experience in defining data analytics requirements, designing analytics solutions, and implementing reporting and dashboarding capabilities.
• Data Architecture and Cloud Technologies: Proficiency in data architecture principles and familiarity with cloud data platforms, such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS). Knowledge of cloud-based data services, data lakes, and data warehouses.
• Data Security and Data Protection: Understanding of data security practices, encryption methods, and data protection mechanisms. Ability to implement security controls and ensure data privacy and confidentiality.
• Data Migration and Integration: Experience in data migration projects, including data mapping, data transformation, and data validation. Familiarity with integration patterns and technologies for integrating disparate data sources.
• Data Quality Management: Knowledge of data quality assessment and management techniques. Ability to define and implement data quality rules, data profiling, and data cleansing processes.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills to interact with stakeholders, gather requirements, and effectively communicate data architecture designs and recommendations. Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• A minimum of 3 organizations worked for with proof indicating the sectors (attach contracts first page and the signature page
• Proof of Tax Compliance

3.0 Proposal Format 
The proposal should include the following information:

• Executive Summary: A brief summary of your proposal demonstrating a clear understanding of the scope of work and how the consultant intends to meet the deliverables with timelines.
• Consultant profile & certificates – experience details should be sufficiently provided including reference letters where possible. MSF EA shall conduct a due diligence on all the information provided.
• Consultant Rate Card

4.0 Evaluation of Proposal and Evaluation Criteria  
Responses will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Criteria
Score(%)

• Suitability of the consultant profile requirements     40%
• Experience in Similar Assignments     40%
• Rate Card    20%

5.0 Terms and Conditions  

• This document contains proprietary and confidential information. Recipients may use or reproduce the information detailed within this document and any other supporting information only to provide a response to this RFP. No commitment will be made to any agency/consultant unless a contract has been awarded and signed by both parties. We reserve the right to cease this exercise at any time. During the period of this activity, no contact should occur between any members of the supplier’s staff and organizational staff in relation to this exercise other than through the designated contact points as detailed within this RFP

6.0 Ethics  

• Applicants are required to observe our procurement ethical code of conduct which includes but is not limited to observing the highest standard of ethics regarding corruption, collusion, conflict of interest and fraud. If the agency does not observe confidentiality or ethical practices, they shall be disqualified from any future work.

7.0 Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality  

• The information contained within this document or subsequently made available to the consultant is deemed confidential and must not be disclosed without the prior written consent unless required by law.

8.0 Independent Proposal 

• By submitting a financial proposal, the consultant warrants that the prices in the proposal have been arrived at independently, without consultation, communication, agreement or understanding for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices, with any other potential consultant or with any competitor.

9.0 Proposal Submission Process  

• It should be noted that this document relates to RFP only and not a firm commitment to enter into a contractual agreement. In addition, MSF EA will not be held responsible for any costs associated with the production of a response to this RFP

Submission of the Proposal 

• The proposal should be no more than 15 pages in length, including all appendices and attachments.
• The proposal should be submitted to procurement@nairobi.msf.org  on or before 18th July 2023 at 1700hrs (East African Time) and marked as follows on the subject line:

CALL FOR CONSULTANCY- DATA ARCHITECT & POWER BI ANALYST 
All quotes should be in USD

Call for consultancy – Network Audit
Type of Contract 

1. Short Term consultancy

Duration 

• 1 – 2 Weeks

Deliverables and Objectives 

• Conduct a comprehensive audit of the existing network infrastructure.
• Identify potential vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Provide recommendations for enhancing network security, optimizing network performance, and ensuring scalability.

Consultant profile requirements 

• Network Audit Experience: Demonstrated experience in conducting network audits for organizations of similar size and complexity.
• Network Infrastructure Expertise: In-depth knowledge of network infrastructure components, protocols, and technologies. This includes familiarity with routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, VPNs, and other networking devices.
• Security and Compliance Knowledge: Strong understanding of network security principles, best practices, and industry standards. Familiarity with compliance requirements such as PCI-DSS, HIPAA, or GDPR is advantageous.
• Network Design and Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to analyze network designs, identify design flaws, and propose appropriate improvements.
• Documentation and Reporting: Strong documentation and reporting skills to capture network audit findings, recommendations, and actionable insights in a clear and concise manner. The ability to present technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders is important.
• Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or similar networking and security certifications are advantageous.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and collaboration skills to interact with stakeholders, understand their network requirements, and effectively communicate audit findings and recommendations.
• A minimum of 3 organizations worked for with proof indicating the sectors (attach contracts first page and the signature page
• Proof of Tax Compliance

3.0 Proposal Format 
The proposal should include the following information:

• Executive Summary: A brief summary of your proposal demonstrating a clear understanding of the scope of work and how the consultant intends to meet the deliverables with timelines.
• Consultant profile & certificates – experience details should be sufficiently provided including reference letters where possible. MSF EA shall conduct a due diligence on all the information provided.
• Consultant Rate Card

4.0 Evaluation of Proposal and Evaluation Criteria  
Responses will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Criteria
Score(%)

• Suitability of the consultant profile requirements     40%
• Experience in Similar Assignments     40%
• Rate Card    20%

5.0 Terms and Conditions  

• This document contains proprietary and confidential information. Recipients may use or reproduce the information detailed within this document and any other supporting information only to provide a response to this RFP. No commitment will be made to any agency/consultant unless a contract has been awarded and signed by both parties. We reserve the right to cease this exercise at any time. During the period of this activity, no contact should occur between any members of the supplier’s staff and organizational staff in relation to this exercise other than through the designated contact points as detailed within this RFP

6.0 Ethics  

• Applicants are required to observe our procurement ethical code of conduct which includes but is not limited to observing the highest standard of ethics regarding corruption, collusion, conflict of interest and fraud. If the agency does not observe confidentiality or ethical practices, they shall be disqualified from any future work.

7.0 Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality  

• The information contained within this document or subsequently made available to the consultant is deemed confidential and must not be disclosed without the prior written consent unless required by law.

8.0 Independent Proposal 

• By submitting a financial proposal, the consultant warrants that the prices in the proposal have been arrived at independently, without consultation, communication, agreement or understanding for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices, with any other potential consultant or with any competitor.

9.0 Proposal Submission Process  

• It should be noted that this document relates to RFP only and not a firm commitment to enter into a contractual agreement. In addition, MSF EA will not be held responsible for any costs associated with the production of a response to this RFP

Submission of the Proposal 

• The proposal should be no more than 15 pages in length, including all appendices and attachments.
• The proposal should be submitted to procurement@nairobi.msf.org  on or before 18th July 2023 at 1700hrs (East African Time) and marked as follows on the subject line:

CALL FOR CONSULTANCY – NETWORK AUDIT 
All quotes should be in USD

Call for Consultancy – IT Project Management
Type of Contract 

• Short Term consultancy

Duration 

• 3 – 5 months (up to 3 days onsite per week whenever engaged)

Objectives: 

• Provide professional project management services for IT projects, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Ensure projects are delivered within scope, timeline, and budget.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with stakeholders and project teams.

Consultant profile requirements 

• Project Management Expertise: Proven experience in successfully managing complex IT projects, specifically related to infrastructure and Active Directory setup. Knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Technical Understanding: Strong technical background and understanding of infrastructure components, networking, and Active Directory concepts. Ability to comprehend technical requirements, communicate effectively with technical teams, and make informed decisions.
• Infrastructure and Active Directory Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of infrastructure technologies, including servers, storage systems, networking, and virtualization. Proficiency in Active Directory design, deployment, and management, as well as integration with cloud platforms.
• Resource and Schedule Management: Ability to effectively manage project resources, including human resources, budget, and timelines. Experience in resource allocation, task prioritization, and risk management to ensure project deliverables are met on time and within budget.
• Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders, including technical teams, senior management, and end-users. Ability to manage stakeholder expectations, provide regular project updates, and resolve conflicts or issues that may arise.
• Risk and Change Management: Experience in identifying, assessing, and managing project risks. Proficiency in change management processes to handle project scope changes, scope creep, and effectively communicate the impacts to stakeholders.
• Quality Assurance: Understanding of quality management principles and the ability to ensure project deliverables meet quality standards. Knowledge of testing methodologies, quality assurance processes, and the ability to conduct quality reviews.
• Vendor Management: Experience in managing relationships with external vendors, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and monitoring vendor performance. Ability to coordinate and integrate vendor deliverables into the project plan.
• Documentation and Reporting: Proficiency in project documentation, including project plans, status reports, change requests, and other project-related documentation. Strong reporting skills to provide regular updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Certifications: Project management certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2 Practitioner, or Agile certifications are advantageous and demonstrate a solid foundation in project management principles.
• A minimum of 3 organizations worked for with proof indicating the sectors (attach contracts first page and the signature page
• Proof of Tax Compliance

3.0 Proposal Format 
The proposal should include the following information:

• Executive Summary: A brief summary of your proposal demonstrating a clear understanding of the scope of work and how the consultant intends to meet the deliverables with timelines.
• Consultant profile & certificates – experience details should be sufficiently provided including reference letters where possible. MSF EA shall conduct a due diligence on all the information provided.
• Consultant Rate Card

4.0 Evaluation of Proposal and Evaluation Criteria  
Responses will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Criteria
Score(%)

• Suitability of the consultant profile requirements     40%
• Experience in Similar Assignments     40%
• Rate Card    20%

5.0 Terms and Conditions  

• This document contains proprietary and confidential information. Recipients may use or reproduce the information detailed within this document and any other supporting information only to provide a response to this RFP. No commitment will be made to any agency/consultant unless a contract has been awarded and signed by both parties. We reserve the right to cease this exercise at any time. During the period of this activity, no contact should occur between any members of the supplier’s staff and organizational staff in relation to this exercise other than through the designated contact points as detailed within this RFP

6.0 Ethics  

• Applicants are required to observe our procurement ethical code of conduct which includes but is not limited to observing the highest standard of ethics regarding corruption, collusion, conflict of interest and fraud. If the agency does not observe confidentiality or ethical practices, they shall be disqualified from any future work.

7.0 Non-Disclosure and Confidentiality  

• The information contained within this document or subsequently made available to the consultant is deemed confidential and must not be disclosed without the prior written consent unless required by law.

8.0 Independent Proposal 

• By submitting a financial proposal, the consultant warrants that the prices in the proposal have been arrived at independently, without consultation, communication, agreement or understanding for the purpose of restricting competition, as to any matter relating to such prices, with any other potential consultant or with any competitor.

9.0 Proposal Submission Process  

• It should be noted that this document relates to RFP only and not a firm commitment to enter into a contractual agreement. In addition, MSF EA will not be held responsible for any costs associated with the production of a response to this RFP

Submission of the Proposal 

• The proposal should be no more than 15 pages in length, including all appendices and attachments.
• The proposal should be submitted to procurement@nairobi.msf.org  on or before 18th July 2023 at 1700hrs (East African Time) and marked as follows on the subject line:

CALL FOR CALL FOR CONSULTANCY-IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT 
All quotes should be in USD