The Petroleum Institute of East Africa (PIEA) is the professional body for the oil industry in the region. The mission of the PIEA is to provide a forum for expertise and excellence in the oil industry, promote professionalism and free enterprise in the petroleum business supported by the highest operations and business standards. The PIEA was formed in 1999 by oil industry Executives from companies, agencies and individuals with direct or indirect participation in the oil sector as a membership association for oil industry stakeholders to foster best practices & standards and to promote self regulation, following the liberalization of the industry in 1994. The PIEA core objectives include: Lobbying with policy makers and regulatory agencies for the provision of a legal, stable fair, free and competitive market environment. Fostering high standards and practices in the oil industry in East Africa by working with stakeholders, government and regulatory agencies to facilitate the development and sustenance of Petroleum standards, guidelines and best practices. Professionalism by building capacity through specialized petroleum training offered at the School of Petroleum Studies-a subsidiary of the PIEA. Carrying out public safety education and awareness on various petroleum related subjects. The PIEA Activities include: • Participation in drafting Petroleum standards, policy & regulation. • Participation in other professional associations to increase industry representation on issues affecting petroleum business • Creation of centers of petroleum focus in key regulatory agencies. • Hosting industry activities on behalf of members • Engaging petroleum associations and stakeholders in the EA region for the establishment of harmonized standards & practices Publishing of books for sale on specific petroleum subjects • Publishing of a quarterly Energy journal called Petroleum Insight.

Famiar Generating Systems Limited (FGS) was founded in 1994 and prides itself as one of the leaders in the supply of stand-by power solutions in Kenya and within the East and Central African Region.    Famiar Generating Systems Limited is a company which was established with a core focus on providing customized integrated power products and services with well established infrastructure, equipment and manpower to support and provide stand by power solutions for various industries. We provide latest technology equipment allowing us to give our customer the best product and the best service possible.   Through our extensive distribution network, diverse product and service offering, FGS services Public and Private organizations, Academic and Research institutions, NGO's, Personal residential properties, Hotels, Shopping Malls, Public Buildings and Factories.   Famiar Generating Systems continues to build on its solid reputation for excellence and response, with highly skilled technical personnel delivering reliable, tailored solutions to meet the customer's requirements.

Debenham & Fear Limited enjoys an excellent reputation with all categories of customers ranging from Kenya's leading supermarket chains to the smallest convenient stores. Among our customers are also wholesalers, Hotels, Institutions, and corporate clients. We are a listed supplier both in the government and the private sector. Our core business is in the distribution of quality consumer products and over the years focus has been concentrated at growing business portfolio by attracting new principals of both local and multinational status. Debenham & Fear Limited is one of Kenya's most advanced Distribution Company in terms of both logistics and customer reach. We have a wide network supplying every region of the Kenyan Market. Debenham & Fear Limited warehouse facility covers over 29,500 square feet and has the capacity to handle big volumes of inventories commensurate with the market demands. This is backed up by a fleet of fifteen vehicles dedicated for customer deliveries. Debenham & Fear Limited is an ethical company, carrying out our business within the regulations governing the consumer business. We work closely with regulatory authorities in Kenya to ensure our business and that of our partners is within the legal framework. Since 1946 we have been known to distribute and provide quality products and services to customers. Can Debenham achieve the expectations of its suppliers on distribution? We strongly believe we have the capacity not only to handle a wide range of products, but also expand the business through retail penetration. We have a well-established distribution infrastructure in Kenya. We have a solid financial base, which is a prerequisite for any distribution company to grow. We have the ability to penetrate the market through aggressive distribution and effective customer care. We have the capability to support any of the suppliers in the Marketing activities. We have over 15 years experience in wholesale and distribution of fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) both in the up market and bottom end market segments.

M/s Goldrock Engineering & Associates Ltd, a wholly owned Kenyan Company, offers the following key services to its clients:
1. Statutory Inspection , NDT Inspection, Safety, Health, Energy and Environmental Audit, Training , Engineering Survey. Also Technical Training in Safety, Operations and Maintenance, Energy , Environment and NDT.We in Goldrock have the technical resource capacity to offer the services in a professional, efficient and cost effective manner, ensuring customer satisfaction. We collaborate with world-class experts in all areas of our service, where this is necessary and beneficial to our clients. We have carried out these services for many satisfied clients in Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Burundi and other countries within East and central Africa. We have served you in the past and would be glad to offer the same services to your company. Do take advantage of our professional, efficient and cost effective service. SERVICES1. Statutory Inspection Which Entails The Examination, Testing And Certification Of Lifts, Cranes, Forklifts, Air Receivers, LPG Receivers, Steam Receivers And Boilers As Stipulated In The OHS Act 2007, ASME and other International standards. 2.   Non-Destructive Testing Of Equipment Including X-Ray, Ultrasonic, Magnetic Particle, Infrared Thermography Etc. Equipment Includes Boilers, Vessels, Pipelines, Power Distribution Systems, Generator Rotors and Various Machinery Parts. 3.   Firm of Experts registered with NEMA for Environmental Impact Assessment and Audit. Emission monitoring services. 4.   Energy Audit and Management Services, also providing Boiler Efficiency testing and tuning for peak performance. 5.   Technical Training in Safety, Operations and Maintenance, Energy Conservation, Environment and NDT.6.   Fleet Management Services Including Development of Policies, Fleet Audit, Valuation of Vehicles and Machinery, Loss Adjustment. 7.   Design, Installation, operation and Supervision of erection / overhaul major mechanical and electrical works. 8.   Electrical and Mechanical Engineering consultancy. We in Goldrock have the technical resource capacity to offer the services in a professional, efficient and cost effective manner, ensuring customer satisfaction. We collaborate with world-class experts in all areas of our service, where this is necessary and beneficial to our clients. We have carried out these services for many satisfied clients in Kenya, Ethiopia, Djibouti, Burundi and other countries within East and central Africa. We have served you in the past and would be glad to offer the same services to your company. Do take advantage of our professional, efficient and cost effective service.

OPENWORLD has developed a Performance Management System (PMS) that enables top managers of public service institutions and the performance contracting department to continuously monitor performance in real time, in both head offices and downstream offices throughout the country We have been delving into the intricacies surrounding preparation, bidding and procuring government tenders, hoping to bring some insight and educate the youth and you looking to apply for government tenders. In this article we look at the benefits that may be associated with government tenders as well as the downside, and how to ensure your bid is successful.  Our client, the Government of Kenya has, in the last eight years, been implementing public sector reforms that are geared towards regulating the manner, propriety and effectiveness of the services offered by public institutions. This is in recognition that the quality of these services has significant impact on, and contributes to socio-economic development and welfare of the citizens.  Earlier, our local dailies reported a warning from an enterprise lobby group. The lobby group, Emerging Enterprise, warned that young people might be sidelined on government procurement contracts for the 2013/14 fiscal year because of the government's failure to institute clear policies on how it intends to effect the 30 percent youth preference and reservation scheme, especially following the recent gazette notices asking for tender applications. However, a representative from the Youth Enterprise Fund (YEF) clarified that quite a number of youth have already presented their applications for the advertised tenders. Recently however, the procurement entities waived the Sh.5,000 fees for application documents, YEF believes the playing ground has been leveled. Having said that, the main disadvantage, from a seller's perspective is the time and money spent on making the tender with any guarantee you will get the business. Another disadvantage results from the competitive nature of the process. This may cause some people to cut corners as they try to land the contract. It may also lead to tenders being awarded based on costs, thus cutting off some people regardless of the quality of the material.