United Nations Office at Nairobi (hereinafter referred to as UNON) on behalf of the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-HABITAT) Kenya invites qualified interested and qualified firms to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) to participate in the upcoming consultancy solicitation for the Preparation of Muhoroni Town Local Physical and Landuse Development Plan (LPLDP) in Kisumu County (Muhoroni Township). The United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) is mandated by the UN General Assembly to promote socially and environmentally sustainable towns and cities and is the focal point for all urbanization and human settlement matters within the UN system. UN-Habitat works with partners in over 90 countries to build inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities through knowledge, policy advice, technical assistance and collaborative action and to promote urbanization for a positive transformative change. A three-tier governance structure made up of the UN-Habitat Assembly, the Executive Board and the Committee of Permanent Representatives oversees UN-Habitat’s work and provides an effective oversight mechanism for UN-Habitat to enhance its normative and operational activities. UN-Habitat’s Regional Office for Africa (ROAF) is working with close to 40 African governments to develop strategies for sustainable urban development. The portfolio of ongoing projects in Africa is diverse in terms of geographic coverage and development partners. Background In Kenya, the Partnership for Implementing the New Urban Agenda (PINUA) Project has been developed, with funding from the European Union (EU), to achieve inclusive, green and resilient urbanization in selected counties. The specific objective of PINUA is to unlock and upscale adequate green housing and communities’ eco-friendly co-production in targeted counties. As part of achieving the above objective, PINUA intends to support the preparation of the Local Physical and Land Use Development Plan (LPLDP) for Muhoroni Town in Kisumu County, pursuant to the Fourth Schedule of the Constitution of Kenya, the Physical and Land Use Planning Act (2019)(Sec.45,46,47,49,50 &51) and the Urban Areas and Cities Act (UACA 2019). This consultancy will cover Muhoroni Township is situated in Muhoroni Sub-County, within Kisumu County, and is located approximately 62 kilometers East of Kisumu City, along the Kisumu–Nandi–Kericho transport corridor. Muhoroni Township serves as an important industrial and agricultural hub in the region and is bordered by sugarcane plantations and rolling hills that give the area a unique rural-urban interface. The Township hosts the Muhoroni Sugar Company, Agro-Chemical and Food Company, and Kibos Sugar and Allied Industries, which are critical to the local economy, livelihoods and employment. Muhoroni Township has a growing population, supported by key institutions including schools, health centers, administrative offices, and trading centers. Despite its economic importance and potential, the town faces challenges related to infrastructure development, land use conflicts, environmental degradation and unregulated urban growth. The physical planning of Muhoroni Township will be essential in guiding sustainable development, streamlining land use and enhancing the quality of life for its residents. The Township lies on the Nyando River Basin at an elevation of around 1,500 meters above sea level. The area experiences a bimodal rainfall pattern and supports both agriculture and industrial activity. The built-up urban core of Muhoroni spans approximately 8 km², while its greater hinterland, comprising agricultural lands, peri-urban settlements, and ecologically sensitive zones, extends over an area of approximately 3,008 km². The township is surrounded by expansive sugarcane farms, rolling hills, and natural water bodies, forming a unique landscape that is both economically productive and environmentally significant. This wider area serves as a critical support base for Muhoroni’s economy, livelihoods, and ecological balance. According to the 2019 Kenya Population and Housing Census, Muhoroni Township has a population of approximately 45,000 people, with a predominantly youthful demographic and a high rate of urbanization. This demographic profile presents both opportunities and challenges in terms of service delivery, employment, housing, and long-term spatial planning. Scope of Works The scope of work will include supporting and participating in the collection of spatial and non-spatial data in conjunction with the County Planning Unit. The scope will also include undertaking situational analyses including processing, analysis and interpretation of the data, developing planning scenarios (modelling), formulating plan proposal and action plans and facilitating stakeholder engagement sessions. Firm Profiles: The consultancy firm shall comprise of a multidisciplinary team of qualified professionals and experts with demonstrated experience and ability in urban and regional planning, GIS, surveying, socio-economic analysis, and environmental planning and management. The experts should include: Urban Planners,Land Surveyors,Economists,Sociologists,Environmental Experts and GIS and Spatial Data Experts. Specific Requirements/Information IMPORTANT: Please note that this EOI is not an invitation for submission of tenders. Its purpose is to identify companies that would be interested and eligible to participate in the solicitation when issued. UNON will examine the outcome of this request for EOI and will consider those companies that have expressed their interest. UNON reserves the right to change or cancel the requirement at any time during the EOI and/or solicitation process. Thus, submitting a reply to this Request for EOI does not automatically gurantee your company will be considered for receipt of the solicitation when issued.