Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) invites eligible vendors to submit applications for pre-qualification for the supply, operation, maintenance and managed services of electronic seals under the Multi-Vendor, User-Owned eSeals Framework for the Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (EAC RECTS). The services to be provided include:

• Supply of Electronic eSeals and Electronic Fuel Seals for cargo trucks and petroleum tankers under Customs control.
• eSeal Logistics Services — collection, packaging, transportation, and delivery to designated arming/disarming points. 
• Repair, Maintenance, Calibration, Charging, and Quality Assurance of seals.

The engagement operates on a self-financing model. Approved Vendors own and maintain the seals and remain fully accountable to KRA for seal performance and integrity. The initial approval period is two (2) years, subject to evaluation reviews.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Valid certificate of incorporation and Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) licence for electronic tracking equipment.

• Valid tax compliance certificate and audited financial statements for the last three (3) years.

• Proven experience in vehicular/cargo tracking operations at a scale of not less than 1,000 units.

• Regional workshops and maintenance facilities within the EAC, capable of servicing eSeals

• Minimum stock of 1,000 fully operational eSeals available at all times.

All enquiries, petitions, or memoranda may be submitted via email cmu@kra.go.ke or delivered physically, addressed to the commissioner of Customs and Border Control, within two (2) weeks from the date of this notice.

Detailed terms and conditions of the proposed model, together with the applicable technical specifications for the electric seals, are also available on the KRA website.

Commissioner for Customs and Border Control