Terms and Conditions - Laikipia County Suppliers Portal

Terms and Conditions for Laikipia County Suppliers Portal

Effective Date: 14th October 2024, 00:00 hrs EAT

Welcome to the Laikipia County Suppliers Portal (hereinafter referred to as “the Portal”). These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of the Portal, operated by Laikipia County Government (hereinafter referred to as “the County”). By registering and using the Portal, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to any part of these terms, please refrain from using the Portal.

1. User Eligibility

Access to the Portal is restricted to registered businesses that meet the prequalification requirements outlined by Laikipia County. The following criteria apply:

2. Use of the Portal

The Portal facilitates supplier registration, prequalification, tendering, and communication between the County and registered suppliers. By accessing the Portal, you agree to:

3. Registration and Submission of Information

As a registered user of the Portal, you agree to:

4. Tender Submission and Evaluation

Tender submissions for Laikipia County are primarily processed through the Integrated Financial Management Information System (IFMIS), which is the official platform for public procurement. The Laikipia County Suppliers Portal offers complementary support for supplier registration, prequalification, and tender notifications.

5. Confidentiality and Data Privacy

The County is committed to ensuring that your data is handled in compliance with the Data Protection Act, 2019. Any personal and business information submitted to the Portal will be used solely for purposes related to prequalification, tendering, and procurement processes. You are required to read and understand the Privacy Policy before using the Portal.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Portal, including text, images, logos, software, and documentation, is the intellectual property of Laikipia County Government or its licensors. You are prohibited from copying, reproducing, distributing, or using the content without prior written consent from the County. Any unauthorized use may result in legal action.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Laikipia County Government, its employees, officers, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising out of your use of the Portal, your violation of these Terms and Conditions, or your infringement of any third-party rights. This includes, but is not limited to, legal costs incurred by the County as a result of your actions.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Laikipia County Government shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of the Portal, including, but not limited to:

In no event shall the County’s total liability to you for all claims exceed the amount paid, if any, by you for using the Portal.

9. Termination of Access

The County reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Portal at any time without prior notice if you violate these Terms and Conditions, submit false or fraudulent information, or engage in activities that disrupt the operation of the Portal. Upon termination, you must cease using the Portal immediately.

10. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Kenya. Any disputes arising from the use of the Portal will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Kenya.

11. Modifications to the Terms

The County reserves the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. You will be notified of any material changes via email or through the Portal. Continued use of the Portal after changes have been made will constitute your acceptance of the revised Terms and Conditions.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact: