Concern Worldwide Liberia

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

Poultry Value Chain Assessment: Feasibility and Market Study of Egg Powder and Chicken
Sausage Production in Liberia

Background

Poultry production in Liberia is a vital component of the country’s agricultural sector, contributing significantly to food security, income generation, and employment, especially in rural areas. Traditionally, the sector has been dominated by small-scale, backyard systems, which provide chickens and eggs for household consumption and local sales. The civil conflicts from 1989 to 2003 severely disrupted poultry farming, destroying infrastructure, reducing livestock populations, and limiting access to veterinary services. In recent years, poultry production has gradually expanded through semi intensive and intensive systems to meet rising urban demand for chicken meat and eggs. The Liberian poultry value chain involves input suppliers (day-old chicks, feed, vaccines), producers (smallholder and commercial farmers), processors, traders, and retailers, all working together to deliver poultry products to local markets and consumers.

Egg Powder and Chicken Sausage
In recent years, significant initiatives have strengthened the poultry value chain. Government-backed projects, such as a US$26 million agro-industrial poultry complex, and private sector investments, including Kodah Lib Chicken’s modern solar-powered processing facility, the Liberian American Poultry, the Passion Farm-Liberia, and the SHED-Liberia Poultry Farm, have improved efficiency, reduced reliance on imports, and created employment opportunities. Other non government actors have supported smallholders to establish modern hatcheries, feed mills, and processing facilities. These improvements have contributed to a more resilient and competitive poultry sector, although challenges such as high production costs, disease management, and competition from imported products still exist. To further enhance the sector’s resilience and competitiveness, there is a need to explore value-added products that can diversify market offerings, reduce post-harvest losses, and tap into regional export potential. This assessment focuses on two such products:
There is limited data on egg powder and sausage production within Liberia’s poultry value chain even though these
products hold potential for enhancing the sector’s value-added offerings. Egg powder, produced through spray drying of eggs, offers a long shelf life and reduced transportation costs, making it ideal for export and storage. Incorporating egg powder into the value chain could help Liberia reduce its reliance on imported eggs and cater to regional markets. Similarly, chicken sausages represent a value-added product that can diversify the domestic poultry market. By processing chicken meat into sausages, producers can appeal to urban consumers seeking convenient and affordable protein sources, thereby increasing local consumption and reducing imports.

Rationale for Assessment
This assessment is timely as it can provide insights and information that will help actors within the poultry sector capitalize on the opportunities that production of egg powder and chicken sausage present and further enhance the sector.

1. Scope of Work
The consultancy will assess the technical, economic, and market feasibility of producing egg powder and chicken
sausage, with a geographic focus on Monrovia (primary market and investment hub), Grand Bassa (an emerging market opportunity), and Rivercess (representative rural production zone). Key tasks include:
 Review relevant literature, policies, and regulations on poultry production and value-added products in Liberia.
 Conduct field surveys, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews with farmers, processors, and value chain actors.
 Assess production and processing costs, infrastructure needs, and technical feasibility, including cold chain and
processing technologies.
 Analyse market demand, consumer preferences, and value chain dynamics for egg powder and chicken sausage
domestically and regionally.
 Identify risks, barriers, and opportunities for women and youth participation in value addition.
 Provide a final report with findings, conclusions, and actionable recommendations for scaling up viable business
models.

2. Objectives of the Assessment
1. To assess the technical and operational feasibility of producing egg powder and chicken sausage, including the
potential for the domestic and export markets for both.
2. To evaluate raw material availability, costs, and overall economic viability.
3. To analyse market demand, consumer preferences, and sales potential domestically and regionally.
To identify risks, regulatory barriers, and opportunities for women and youth participation, with actionable
recommendations

3. Required Components of Proposal
The proposal must follow the outline below:
1. Executive Summary – a brief overview to demonstrate your understanding of the assessment
2. Technical Proposal – Detailed methodology and data collection approach, analysis plan, work plan and timeline
(according to breakdown below).
3. Financial Proposal – Detailed, itemized budget and a proposed payment schedule (budget breakdown in USD)
4. Team Composition – Names, qualifications, and roles of proposed personnel (CVs should be annexed).
5. Experience – Summary of similar assignments (value chain studies, agribusiness feasibility, poultry/livestock
assessments) conducted, sample of related work, and client references (minimum two).
6. Legal Documentation – Company registration/license and tax information/history

4. Duration & Timeline
The assessment is expected to last 23 days. Below is a breakdown:
 Inception meeting: Two days after signing the contract.
 Inception report (Official start) – 3 days
 Data collection and analysis: 10 days.
 Draft report: 5 days
 Final report & dissemination: 5 days.

5. Expected Results & Deliverables
 Inception Report – Including methodology, tools, and work plan
 Survey and Interview Instruments (include in inception report) – For field data collection
 Draft Report – Including preliminary analysis and key findings
 Final Report (max. 30 pages) – Including:

 Comprehensive value chain analysis focused on egg powder and chicken sausage production.
 Market demand and supply assessment (national, regional, export potential).
 Investment requirements report (infrastructure, equipment, finance, capacity building).
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Recommendations for integrating smallholders, women, and youth into the poultry processing value
chain.
Dissemination workshop for Concern Liberia and partners – Slide deck summarizing key findings and
recommendations

6. Requirement for Lead Consultant
A. Education:
 Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) in Agriculture, Agribusiness, Food Technology, Veterinary Science,
Economics, or a related field.
 Additional training in value chain analysis, feasibility studies, or project management is an advantage.
B. Required Competencies and Experience:
Technical Expertise:
 Proven experience in poultry production systems, value chain assessments, or feasibility studies of
agribusiness/food processing projects.
 Knowledge of processing technologies for value-added poultry products, including egg powder and
poultry sausages.
 Familiarity with farm-level production practices, input sourcing, and supply chain dynamics.
Policy and Institutional Knowledge:
 Understanding of Liberia’s agricultural policies, regulatory frameworks, food safety standards, and
licensing requirements relevant to poultry and processed products.
 Experience working with government agencies, private sector actors, and development partners in the
agricultural or food sector.
Analytical and Communication Skills:
 Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including cost-benefit analysis, market research, and
value chain mapping.
 Excellent report writing, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate
technical findings into actionable recommendations.
 Proven ability to facilitate workshops, focus groups, and key informant interviews.

Additional Assets:
 Previous experience conducting assessments or feasibility studies in Liberia or similar West African
contexts.
 Familiarity with gender and youth inclusion strategies in agricultural value chains.
 Fluency in English and knowledge of local languages is desirable.

7. Administrative requirement
 Valid business registration
 Valid tax clearance certificate
 CVs and certificates
 Bank account details

8. Evaluation Criteria for Proposals
All submitted proposals will be evaluated using the following criteria:

Note: Only firms with valid business registration and tax clearance certificate will be shortlisted for technical and financial
evaluation.

Data Ownership and Confidentiality
All data, reports, and materials produced under this consultancy are the sole property of Concern Liberia. The consultant shall not reproduce, share, or publish any findings without prior written consent.

Submission Details
Deadline: 14th October 2025
Email: procurement.liberia@concern.net
Subject line: “RFP – Poultry Value chain assessment

Late submissions will not be considered. Only shortlisted firms/individuals will be contacted.