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The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) is an independent national institution established by the Media Act 2007 as the leading institution in the regulation of media and the conduct and discipline of journalists.

It is mandated amongst others to register and accredit journalists, register media establishments, handle complaints from the public and create and publish a yearly audit on the status of the media in Kenya.

Required Services

Supply, installation, configuration, integration, testing and commissioning of a broadcast media monitoring module

Integration of the broadcast media monitoring module with the existing print and online monitoring module

Set up of a server-room including racks, control screens, power inverter (to provide stand by power of minimum 3 hours) and a cooling system/air-conditioner• supply and configuration of end user interface modules.

System Requirements

The firm is expected to provide a system with a web-based multi-user interface which needs to be customizable, scalable and upgradable.

The system incorporates both hardware and software components.

Its core features should include:

Record and save Radio and TV (SD/HD) broadcasts 24/7

Start recordings through manual input or predefined scheduler

Provide multi-user access to all recordings in real time

Provide multiple channel viewing at the same time

Create and edit clips from recorded media

Provide integrated CMS-based templates, which can be configured according to the changing needs of MCK

Provide input of dynamic searchable customized meta data for in-depth content analysis

Export material in different formats and quality to integrate into workflow (e.g. upload FTP, attachment e-mail)

Provide local and remote signal acquisition, transport and distribution for recording (VHF, UHF & FM)

Ability to administer system remotely

Ability to handle a minimum of 80 radio channels and 10 TV channels

Ability to log content from internet streamed radio and TV stations

Ability to browse recorded content from any mobile devices and applications

Ability to link to third party software e.g. archival software

Ability to configure automated secondary storage platform for back-ups

Automatic system re-start in case of power fluctuation

System health monitoring i.e. quality of signal, video black, freeze, loss of signal, low/high audio alerts.

The system must include sufficient server space to save 24/7 content of 80 radio stations and 10 TV channels for three years.

Continuous technical support and upgrade as well as on the spot repairs and warranty services should be well defined in the proposal alongside in-house-training of Media Council of Kenya staff on use of hardware and software.

Mandatory requirements

Certificate of Tax Compliance, VAT & PIN Certificate

Audited financial statement for at least the last 3 years

Certificate of Registration / Certificate of Incorporation and licenses in the line of business in the country of residence

The bid documents prepared by the firms, as well as all correspondence and documents relating to the EOI exchange by the firms and the procuring entity shall be written in English language.

In case any documents may be written in another language, they must be accompanied by an accurate English translation of the relevant passages.

In this case, for purposes of interpretation of the EOI, the English translation shall govern.

Complete Expression of Interest documents in plain sealed envelopes clearly marked "MCK/PROC/EOI/MMS/02/2011/2012: Supply, Installation, Configuration, Integration, Testing and Commissioning of Broadcast Media monitoring System Module" should be sent to the address below or be deposited in the Tender Box situated at the Media Council of Kenya offices at Britak Centre, Ground floor, Upper Hill on or before 30th May 2012 at 12.30pm.

The Executive Director
Media Council of Kenya
P. O. Box 43132 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

MCK may terminate the procurement proceedings prior to entering into a contract and reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals, without being bound to give reasons for its decision or incurring any liability.

Only shortlisted firms will be invited to submit proposals.

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