Tender: Beverage Manufacturing Partner – Zambia

We are a privately backed consumer venture seeking an experienced beverage manufacturing partner to support the development and production of a new drinks brand.We are interested in speaking with manufacturers capable of supporting the development and production of one or more of the following:Energy and functional drinksProtein or nutritional drinksWellness / focus drinksSoft drinks and non-alcoholic beveragesAlcoholic beveragesReady-to-drink productsWe are particularly interested in manufacturers who can support a new brand from product development through to commercial production.ScopeThe selected partner may be required to provide some or all of the following:Product formulation and developmentIngredient sourcingTest batches and product samplingBottling and/or canningPackaging and labellingQuality assurance and testingRegulatory and compliance supportCommercial-scale productionStorage and logistics support where availableExisting formulations, white-label products or adaptable recipes will also be considered where appropriate.What We Are Looking ForWe would like to hear from established beverage manufacturers, bottlers and production facilities with experience in the Zambian market.Applicants should ideally provide:Company and facility overviewTypes of beverages currently producedProduction capacityAvailable bottle/can sizes and packaging formatsMinimum order quantitiesProduct development capabilitiesRelevant licences and certificationsIndicative production costs where possibleExamples of existing or previous products manufacturedContact details for the appropriate commercial representativeWe are open to discussing contract manufacturing, private-label production, joint ventures or other strategic manufacturing partnerships.Growth OpportunityThe proposed brand will be supported by significant digital media and distribution capabilities within Zambia, including access to large online, social media and consumer audiences.We are therefore looking for a manufacturing partner capable not only of supporting an initial launch, but also of scaling production if the product gains traction.All initial discussions will be treated confidentially.How To RespondInterested manufacturers should submit a brief company overview and details of their production capabilities to:james@serpho.aiSubject: Beverage Manufacturing TenderPlease include relevant product examples, production capabilities and a contact number in your response.