Movement for Ecological Learning and Community Action - Ethiopia (MELCA-Ethiopia) hereby invites sealed bids from eligible, licensed, and experienced providers for Teff Threshing Machine with the following specification below.
MELCA Ethiopia
MELCA Ethiopia
RE-ADVERTISEMENT: INVITATION TO BID FOR THE SUPPLY OF A TEFF THRESHING MACHINE
Movement for Ecological Learning and Community Action - Ethiopia (MELCA-Ethiopia) hereby invites sealed bids from eligible, licensed, and experienced providers for Teff Threshing Machine with the following specification below.
1. General Specifications
| Item | Specification |
| Machine Type | Cleaning type with blower |
| Feeding System | Manual feeding chute |
| Power Source | Benzene or diesel |
| Drive System | Belt and pulley |
| Portability | Two ground wheels with separate frames |
2. Performance Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Teff Capacity | 2.5-3.5 Qt./hr |
| Grain Damage | ≤2% |
3. Power Unit
| Item | Specification |
| Petrol or Diesel Engine | 14 HP robin petrol engine or 12 HP diesel engine (most preferable 14 HP robin petrol engine) |
| Engine speed | Maximum-3600 rpm |
| Starting | Recoil type and air cooled |
4. Threshing Drum
| Parameter | Specification |
| Drum Type | Spike-tooth / Peg-tooth |
| Drum Diameter | 500 mm |
| Drum length | 800 mm |
| Drum to concave clearance at inlet | 20 mm |
| Drum Speed | (800–1000 rpm) |
5. Cleaning System
| Component | Specification |
| Blower Type | Centrifugal fan |
| Fan Speed | Adjustable |
| Cleaning mechanism | Eccentric type |
Features
- Quick-change sieve system
- Galvanized or carbon steel mesh
- Replaceable without dismantling the machine
6. Safety Features
- Transmission elements guarded
- Feeding safety shield
7. Accessories
- Donkey pulled cart with tire wheels with rigid frame
- Tool kits (spanners) for main bolts and nuts
- Belts
8. Additional Services/ Requirement
- The supplier should provide maintenance and repair service for at least 1 year
- The supplier should provide operational and safety manual for the machineries
Bid Requirements and Submission Guidelines
- Hold a valid business license and relevant registration documents for the supply of agricultural machinery.
- Submit a technical proposal demonstrating compliance with the required specifications of the Teff Threshing Machine.
- Submit a financial offer indicating the total price, including applicable taxes and delivery costs.
- Provide information on the machine's manufacturer, model, engine type, warranty, and after-sales maintenance services.
- Include evidence of relevant experience in supplying similar agricultural machinery, where available.
Submission Guidelines:
- Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked "Bid for the Supply of Teff Threshing Machine."
- Technical and financial offers must be clearly presented, accompanied by the required supporting documents.
- Bids must be delivered to MELCA-Ethiopia's Head Office Near to Ambassador Theater, Main Post Office with in 5 working days following the date of this bid announcement
- MELCA-Ethiopia reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids in accordance with its procurement procedures.
Safeguarding: MELCA-Ethiopia is committed to protecting children, youth, and vulnerable adults. All bidders must uphold safeguarding standards.
Physical Address:
Around Main Postal Head Office, In front of Inter-Religious Council of Ethiopia head office, Kidane Beyene Building, 2nd Floor, Addis Ababa
