SWRLiBnK WestPAfrISEaP With funding from * Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Document of the World Bank Acknowledgements This Practical Guide to Mining Local Procurement in West Africa was commissioned by the World Bank Energy and Extractives Global Practice (GEEDR) from Kaiser Economic Development Partners. It is the result of the regional West Africa program on increasing local procurement by the mining sector, funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and implemented by the World Bank. The World Banktaskteam was led by Kristina Svensson, Senior Mining Specialist, GEEDR. The World Bank would like tothankthe authors of Kaiser Economic Development Partners, in particular Rupert Barnard and Michelle de Bruyn, as well as consultants Somine Dolo and Isabelle Barry, Pierre Adama Traore in Burkina Faso, and the team of Natural Resource Development Corporation (NRDC) in Liberia. We would also like to gratefully acknowledge the contribution of numerous governments in the region, in particular the two pilot countries Liberia (Ministry of Lands, Mines and Energy and the National Investment Commission) and Burkina Faso (Ministry of Mines and Energy), as well as the regional organisations of ECOWAS and WAEMU. We would also like to give our thanks to the Chamber of Mines of Burkina Faso, the Ghana Chamber of Mines, and the numerous mining companies and suppliers that have provided invaluable information throughout the project, as well as Building Markets fortheir contribution in Liberia. The TaskTeam would also like tothank Paulo de Sa and Christopher Sheldon (Practice Managers, Energy and Extractive Global Practice), Silvana Tordo, Gary McMahon, Bryan Land, Daniele La Porta, Boubacar Bocoum (all GEEDR), Stephanie Sines, Gosia Nowakowska-Miller, Rodrigue Dahlin (all IFC), as well as other GEEDR and World Bank Group colleagues for advice and feedback. 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About 60% ofthe world's discoveries of mineral resources in the past 10 years lie in non-OECD countries, and 25% of these in Sub-Saharan Africa. The West Africa region is already an important producer of gold, bauxite, and hosts a number of large iron ore projects. If this resource sector could be used to underpin broader economic development, these countries' prospects would be transformed. Local content has emerged as one of the main tools to avoid enclave developments, create skills, and develop a domestic industry and diversification. As such, local content includes both skills and the hiring of local workforce, and the purchasing of locally produced goods and services. The use of specialised inputs, the technological complexity of the resource sector, restrictive business conditions, such as difficulties in accessing finance, lack of relevant skills, and timing and information asymmetry, typically constrain efficient supplyfrom the domestic or regional markets. As a consequence, the skilled labor and a large share of the value of goods and services used in mining projects are often imported. This 2015 version of the Practical Guide to Mining Local Procurement in West Africa addresses questions that are commonly asked by governments, companies, and citizens in the region. How do we define and measure local procurement? Do we create a specific policy or legislation to encourage mining companies to buy more locally? If so, what dothese look like, and what has led to successful outcomes in other countries? Do we pick winner productive sectors? How do we best support suppliers to developthe right capacities and standards to meet mine requirements? What institutional framework and which actors need to be involved to deliver? Ratherthan laying the main responsibility for increasing domestic sourcing on the mining sector, this Guide aims at promoting a multi-stakeholder approach, in which all actors have clear roles and responsibilities. We hope that this Practical Guide will serve as a working document for governments, industry associations, citizens, and individual companies that wish to enhance the value created bythe mining industry in the region. We welcome yourthoughts and comments on how it has been used and the results it has contributed to. For more information, please see www.worldbank.org/extractiveindustries. r Paulo de Sa, Practice Manager, Energy and Extractives Global Practice, World Bank Group February 2015 A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 1 Acronyms ABSM Alliance des Fournisseurs Burkinabe de Biens et Services Miniers AIA Antofagasta Industry Association AMDC African Minerals Development Centre ANFO Ammonium Nitrate/Fuel Oil ANP National Agency of Petroleum Timor Leste ANP National Petroleum Authority Brazil ANZ Australia New Zealand APDN Apresiasi Produksi Dalam Negeri BMP Company Benefit Weight CAO Compliance Advisor/Ombudsman CET Common External Tariff CORFO Chilean Economic Development Agency CPI Centro de Promocao de Investimentos CSI Corporate Social Investment CSO Civil Society Observers CSR Corporate Social Responsibility DGMG Direction Generale des Mines et de la Geologie ECOWAS Economic Community of West African States EILCD Extractive Industries for Local Content Development EITI Extractives Industries Transparency Initiative EPC Engineering Procurement and Construction ERP Enterprise Resource Planning FDI Foreign Direct Investment FIT Feed In Tariff GATS General Agreement on Trade and Services GATT General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade GDP Gross Domestic Product GEEDR The World Bank's Energy and Extractives Global Practice HDI Human Development Index HS Harmonised System HSE Health Safety Environment ICMM International Council on Mining and Metals IFC International Finance Corporation ITS Inspection Technique des Services JNNSM Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission Kaiser EDP Kaiser Economic Development Partners KPI Key Performance Indicator LDC Least Developed Country LIP Local Industry Policy LIPP Local Industry Participation Plan M&E Monitoringand Evaluation MCI Mining Contribution Index MDA Mine Development Agreement MIGA Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency MLME Ministry of Lands, Mines, and Energy MPRDA Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act NGO Non-Governmental Organisation NIC National Investment Commission ONIP National Organisation ofthe Petroleum Industry OTR Off The Road PPP Private-Public Partnerships PROMINP Programme for the Mobilisation ofthe National Industryof Oil and Natural Gas PVC Polyvinyl Chloride R&D Research and Development SAP Type of ERP System SATS South African Technical Specification SCADD Strategy for Accelerated Growth and Sustainable Development SCM-ALBI Sherritt International Ambatovy Local Business Initiative SEAT Socio-Economic Assessment Toolkit SICEP Vendor Qualification System and Supplier Database SME Small and Medium Enterprises SMS Short Message Service TKDN Tingkat Komponen Dalam Negeri [Indonesian certified local content level] TRIM Trade Related Investment Measures USGS United States Geological Survey VAT Value Added Tax WAEMU West African Economic and Monetary Union WALPI West African Mining Local Procurement Implementation Project WTO World Trade Organisation 2 | A practical guideto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa Context Local procurement bythe mining sector is increasingly being In the case ofWest Africa, a broad framework has been set by: seen by policymakers around the world as a tool to secure The AU MiningVision and Action Plan (adopted in greater socio-economic benefits from mining activities, 2009 byAfrican leaders), in particularthe pillaron local in particular in terms of job creation and enterprise content, and the establishment ofthe African Minerals development. Mining companies are also increasingly Development Centre (AMDC) in 2013 to support viewing local procurement as a tool to support their implementation of theVision and its Action Plan social licence to operate. Specifically in West Africa, recent Regional organisations (WAEMU and ECOWAS), both on regional and national policy frameworks have also identified local procurement itself as part ofthe harmonisation of development of local procurement as a wayto maximise the mining legislations, and more widelyon areas relevantto benefits from mining investment. local procurement such astrade, customs, competition Many different approaches to increasing local procurement law, investment, enterprise development, sector policies, have been tried, with different levels of success.The context and infrastructure programmes of countries across the world - and in West Africa -varies It is important that these frameworks translate into significantly, and different approaches may be appropriate effective country-level approaches, policies, and successful tothese contexts. Countries also need totake into account implementation. howthey balance local procurement with other priorities The World Bank aims to support strengthening ofthese such as investment promotion, government revenue, and frameworks, as well as the development of consistent ensuring alignment with international trade and investment approaches across the region. One ofthe mechanisms for obligations. this support is through the World Bonk WestAfrican Mining Local Procurement Implementation Project. What has informed the development of this guide? In 2011, the World Bank supported extensive field research, of the policy, regulatory and monitori ngframework for analysis and consultation in the West African region encouraging and supporting local procurement; 2) identify around mining local procurement. In 2012 the World Bank and facilitate opportunities for local procurement; and published the report, Increasing Local Procurement by the 3) strengthen support for local procurement and supplier Mining Industry in WestAfrica. The findings of this report development. To achieve these outcomes, the project team were broadly endorsed through workshops in which there (led by Kaiser Economic Development Partners) worked with was strong participation by West African role players: twelve West African governments, regional organisations, mining national governments, regional organisations, mining companies,the mining supplysecto , donors, civil society companies, Chambers of Mines, suppliers, and civil society. and NGOs to understand the practicalities of implementing In early 2013, the World Bank initiated an implementation mining local support in various West African country contexts. support phase to this project: the World Bank WestAfrican Lessons from this process have informed this guide. Mining local Procurement Implementation Project (referred to Note: This guide is based on information available at time as 'WALPI'throughout this guide) which included activities of print, It may be updated in future based on additional at both a national levelfocused on Burkina aso and Liberia, information and insightsfrom evolving mining local and at a regional level across West Africa. Key objectives procurement practice. ofthe WALPI project wereto 1) support strengthening A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 3 About this guide What is the purpose of this guide? This document provides information, guidance and tools to support decision-making, planning and implementation of mining local procurement in West Africa, in particular at a country level. It can be used by individual role players as well as form the basis of consultative processes. The guide can also support regional harmonisation relating to mining local procurement. Who should use this guide? The guide will be most useful for key role players of mining local procurement in countries in West Africa that have mineral resources. These role players include government, mining companies, supplier organisations, support entities, donors, and civil society organisations. Whilst it has been developed for mining in West Africa, some aspects may also be relevantto other extractive industries and to other geographies outside the region. How is the guide structured? This guide has been organised into eight modules that each address a set of related questions that have been consistently raised by role players. * - * * -* . * * 0e - - S** - SShould we invest in supporting local procurement? *If so, what is the best approach? 7ow should we define local procurement given our socio-economic priorities and wider legislative context? *What are our current levels of local procurement based on that definition? *How do we identify the most attractive and realistic local procurement opportunities in the short, medium, and long-term? *How do we ensure full, fair, and reasonable access to opportunities? *What capacities do suppliers need to develop in order to compete? *How can we support suppliers to develop those capacities and create a more competitive operating environment? *Do we need local procurement policy, law, or regulation? *if so, what should be in policy vs. law vs. regulation vs. guidelines or practice notes? *If customs exemptions or regulation are currently being used as an incentive for mining FIDI, how does this need to be aligned to support local procurement? *Should our mining company have a local procurement plan and if so, what should be in it? *How do we integrate our local procurement plan into our overall company planning,0operational systems, and reporting? *How can we work across multiple organisations to deliver on the various aspects of our local procurement approach? *How do we ensure our organisations have the capacityto implement the approach effectively? *How can we track changes to local procurement levels in the most practical way? *How should we adapt our approach based on our experiences with implementation, and our changing environment? 4 | A practicalI guide to increasing rnining localI procurement in West Africa How to use this guide The modules are designed in a way to encourage active participation by you as the user: each module will guide you through making strategic decisions after considering international experience and gathering data to answer key information questions. The modules can be completed by individual organisations or collaboratively by role player groupings (e.g. Chambers of Mines) or through multi-stakeholder processes (e.g. national multi-stakeholder mining forums). Each module is structured into four sections, as shown below. Learn from international Consider Answer This symbol key strategic strategic indicates a section questions questions or a tool that can be Gather completed by you. required information Section 1 of each module shows the strategic questions that you need to answer in order to make the critical decisions for each module. Section 2 then presents examples from around the world, with particular emphasis on how countries have approached the strategic issues set out in Section 1. Section 3 sets out the information requirements in order to make informed decisions. Illustrative examples from the WALPI project (from either Liberia or Burkina Faso) are also provided here to guide you in answering each information question. Finally, Section 4 returns to the strategic questions, presenting the key considerations for each, allowingyou to complete the process, and answer the strategic questions. Is there a particular order for completing the modules? Users do not need to complete all of the modules, but it does make senseto complete some modules before others, or at least reviewtheir content. In particular, it makes sense for Modules l and 2 to be completed or reviewed first before working on Modules 3 to 6. For example, it would be possible for a mining companyto draft a Local Procurement Plan making use of Module 6 without having completed the previous modules, but this process would be greatly enhanced by first considering the overall approach (Module 1) and the key definitions (Module 2). Users can choose to complete Modules 3 to 6 in the order that fits best with the key decisions made in Modules land 2. Modules 7 and 8 are best completed later on in the process as they are somewhat dependent on decisions made in previous modules. 3. 4. Identifying Enabling opportunities loasupir to compete 7. Seleting Defini g local l ma Cordinatn measuring, the best procurement and buildin wemonitoring approach and estimating 6. intiuI and evaluation the baseline Pu li lcy, conocl caityon regulation procurement plans and reports i Following implementation ofthe modules, iteration may be needed to reflect changed conditions and lessons learned. A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 5 Appendices of the guide: supporting documents and tools Wherever you see this symbol, there is additional information, a template, or a tool available for download on http://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/extractiveindustries/brief/local-content-in-oil-gas-and-mining. There are three supporting documents that cut across all modules ofthe guide: 1. TheWorkbook [& -this is the main tool to captureyour answers tothe information questions and strategic questions across all the modules. - Designed for use by strategic planners and managers from all stakeholder groups, as well as supporting researchers and process facilitators 2. International experience by country I -this consolidates all the international experience presented in each of the modules, presentingthe information by country 3. Original report: Increasing Local Procurement by the Mining Industry in West Africa. The following supporting documents relateto individual modules (references to each document in the modules themselves): 4. Excel template to capture and analyse current supply patterns [Module 2]/ - Designed for use by people familiar with supply chain information and spreadsheets 5. Initial assessment of current supply patterns tothe mining sector in Liberia and Burkina Faso [Module 2] a 6. Excel template for analysis of mining company demand by categories [Module 3] -' - Designed for use by people familiar with market/finance information and spreadsheets 7. Initial assessment of mining sector demand for Liberia and Burkina Faso [Module 3] g 8. Opportunity brainstorming workshop - example agenda and brainstorming tool [Module 3] 9. Supplier assessmenttool [Module 4] - Designed for use by supplier development practitioners 10. Current mining lists and equivalents in West African countries linked to Harmonised Standard (HS) codes and associated tariff rates [Module 5] [ - Designed for use by officials familiar with trade and customs data 11. Local procurement plan template [Module 6 , - Designed for use by mining company procurement and strategic planning managers 6 | A practicaI guide to increasing mining locaI procurement in West Africa 4t ee älä P4 Beeedeiigonpriulrtos, prammsrlea intumns, it is imoran for saeods to woktgte to stteoealpirtis diectioan naue ofte app oh o~~ ~~~ Ihm s * .5 *ooo oflig s s ~ Moul 1 e** Dot noth n i Integratedroac 1. Ke staei qusin to cosie Fosedcson onicIlya fnote apectris 1.cpe Scopee prfraIiy adrsucntniyssoramew 1. Does it make sense to focus on increasing local procurement? 2. What should be the priorities given the underlying socio-economic objectives? 3. Should local procurement activities focusjust on the mining sector or wider markets? If so, which markets? 4. What is the nature of the opportunity? Should specific products/services or sectors be targeted? 5. What should be the focus of local procurement support efforts and initiatives given the constraints to realising these opportunities? 6. What are the best mechanisms to deliver increased local procurement? 7. How collaborative or prescriptive should the approach be? 8. What should be the broad use of legislation/regulation? 9. Who should lead the process? 10. How much effort should and can be placed on increasing local procurement? 11. What are the expected time horizons for creating a benefit? How might the approach be phased? 12. Who should fund the process? L 0 0- - - - Thi moul prvie reore to 6el you anwe th abv staei qusios b6y shrn internati0nalexperience 0Scto 2) etn u nomto eurmns(eto ) n rvdn e osdrtosi eaint ahqeto 2. Learning from international experience E 0 o 1. TRINIDAD & TOBAGO O0G Oil & Gas Focus on oil & gas local content since 2004 (officially launched 2006) O -No programme for mining despite active Focus on local content in the oil & mining industry *Oil & gas contractors must estimateg local content component of peroleumAct 4a- Master Procurement Plans required operations n odsumitted on an annual asis Permanent Local Content Com i rnit-e with Permnen Loal Cntet Cmmiteewth 1% of every awarded contract goes to the private sector representationNe * Local~~~~~Niera Content Cahruddholspottann Development Fund to *Local Content Chamber fundled by oil supor trinngand, husiness support companiesj 4.services for Nigerians Al SIEREcOrs List of 23 categories of work that must AllI sectors 4a be__ __ _ _ hexecuted in Nigeria; oil &gas indlustry 4j.- .> * 2012 Local Content Policy sets out cross- tagets were D5%ehyp2006 and 2. BRAZIL sectoral approach, including mining and - Oi & as ol &gasMonitoring Board,estahlished in 2010 -Oil & Gas oil & gas 11 Fcuson reatng inkges etwen Various supplier development programmes' Focus on creating linkages between - Focus on local content in oil & gas since domestic and international firms,pridefunding andother types of 1999 with a highly regu lated approach; p o u f m t o some discussion of developing asimilar pom e of omst n d s,citqan 0 employment of locals, and capacity and Fvuainhvecsdrd approach in mining . nttto ulig,implementation weak and targets apprachn miin8institution building - Local procurement measurement focuses Local Content Committee will be charged on goods and services produced or sourced with the monitoring of programme in Brazil implementation and information gathering *Various institutions involved with A significant resources,-. B Fe - National Agency of Petroleum (ANP) implementation, including setting of Fe G G minimum percentage requirements, reporting templates, moi,nitoring and, 5. GHANA evaluationofthelocal* Fonu ot polloca cnso iiIn I DevelopmentnAct accred its private certif ication compni B _________________________ (team of 18 on local content) Strong focus on mining local pocurement since 2009 - 21 companies accredited to certify local Fe Collahorative approach between Minerals Commission content ofsuppliers and Chamher of Mines with support from the IFC - National Organization of the Petrlcrm Ni Identified initial set of27 manufacturing opportunities Industry(ONIP): audits localcontent, 0for local supply issues local certificates to suppliers, *Specific local procurement regulation in 2012, including maintains a datahase of certified requirement for suhmission of Local Procurement Plans suppliers Supplier development which focuses on - Programme for the Mohilisation oft ' SME5 rgam National Industry of Oil and Natural ::a.Limited implementation and oversight resources (PROMINP)M multi-stakeholderBforur around industry development 3. CHILE7. ANGOLA Oil& Gas & Mining *Focus on local content since 1982 *Pilot projectsto certifyi skills in 15 industries *Local content legal framework is across nine Au No formalprogramme, and no regulationeentio ean unffreniticeso eilto mmSonangol,a state entity, is responsihle reportingtemplatess,rnpoocaltornnn nfor local content oversight and supplier procurement is around information development sharing, supplier registration and Oil companies are required to have capacity certification, quality improvement and huilding programmes to encourage su pplier sthe development of world-class suppliers Industy (ONP): aditselcalocntent that can hecome exporters and strategic parters or mnesapproach has not resulted in widespread Strongrole of mines, industry associations and donors Country 1. TRINIDAD& TOBAGO 2.BRAZIL 3. CHILE 4. SIERRA LEONE 5.GHANA 6. NIGERIA Total GDP (2013) $24.64 billion $2.246trillion $277.2 billion $4136 billion $4.14 billion $521.8 billion Mining Contribution 52.4 79.6 92.1 51.3 84.9 28.6 Index Score (0-100) Table Sources: GDP 5current US$AN World A k Mining Contribution Index:(MCI) produced tysthe intersutionul Council on Mining and M\etMs lCMM) score runges from 0-100. Bused on export cofnrioution, export growth, lnd m sneru production vuIue us u % of G*P iCn 2010 lmlthic mbienertIs onlyt. 10 1A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa Countries with mineral and oil and gas resources have taken a wide variety of approaches to the scope, degree of formality and resource intensity of their local procurement programmes. The map below provides some examples for both mining and oil & gas local procurement efforts. For further detail, please refer to Appendix 2 12. MONGOLIA Oil & Gas & Mining Focus on local procurement in mining industry since 2006 Mineral Law; DiOaft Mineral Law of 201.3's requirements vic,ved as unrealistic e.g.,mining license U u holders required to subcontract local companies for 60% of operations * Strategic Supplier Local Content Collaboration Policy developed by 13. KAZAKHSTAN OyuTlgoi mine, which targets large 0i1 & Gas & Mining international suppliers and asks them to Focus on local content since 2005 timising loca 9. MOZAMBIQUE No local content policy currently (under Since2009,each a he government has cil & Gas & Mining development), but rules for procurement of signed a memorandum of understanding uocus on Jocal procurement n oi g.ods,works and services applicable to oil & gas witha network of local Civil Society ly no locl cotent polic but 2001 s n ep e and 2013 Petroleum laws had local content implementation in oilh gas sector estabelishe provisions sfo a cnen r the multi-stakeholder Expert CouincilonrLocalt * ~ ~ ~ ~ ue Moste ,ii reqireent for localn conen argCnenodMRLET within individual contracts *Sirnce October 2010, all subsoil users required o1. MCGaST SLtin rining value chain, Mozlink to load all information about forthcoming programme aimed to create market procurements and result of tenders ontorcentral Pocus oor & gas local content since 2005 opportunities for Mozambican SMEs oline registry o spec local procurement policy; focus Various grammes on opportunity May need to revise approach ifthey become a to date has been on local employment acs ad supplie rdevelopmen nrecetyWTO member 'National Petroleum Authority (ANP) etablishd M iz provides oversight for petroleum activities, iand it has a sm Local Content department 10. MADAGASCAR F *No overall local procurement poliy, but~~ reporting using a local procurement plan is required in individual mining agreements! investment plans Existenc of * m C ompanies e created their own local pA r m a procurement approaches: e.g. Sherritt r International AmbatovyLocal Business E~i~ Ni Initiative (SCM-ALBl) business training certification programme cenre datbas of suppiers andahi lio eoea t at a cno lclepomn 8. SOUTH AFRICA Mining & widerU * Pocus on local content in the mining sector since 2003 * Mining companies are required to provide annual scorecard each year based on the Mining Charter of 2004, which lays out requirements for local content, employment, and company ownership to historically KEY disadvantaged individuals MAaN MNA. CON *Penaltyofnon-compliancebymining companies is potential cancellation or suspension of mining Bun eMd n lice nces * Local Content Verification Office administers supplier verification procedures for public procurement in terms Bauit Magns - Midl Income--- 7. ANGOLA 8. SOUTH AFRICA 9. MOZAMBIQUE 10. MADAGASCAR 11. TIMOR LESTE 12. MONGOLIA 13. KHAZAKSTAN 5124.2 billion $350.6 billion $15.63 billion 510.61 billion $1.27 billion (2012) $11.52 billion $231.9 billion 17.2 81.2 79.6 77.1 14.6 93.3 54.0 Map Sources: Main MineralssS data 2011/2012; this Ist is not exhaustive Income Status:World Bank income categories Fragile States or Post Conflict World tusk Harmonised List of Fragile Situtions FY14, nited Nations Peacebuilding Commissions agenda A practical guide ho increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 11 3. Gathering required information / E Some key information is needed to answer the strategic questions. This is likely to require gathering information from 0 multiple sources. Thetable below sets out information questions and provides an illustrative country example based .. on work carried out during the WALPI project. To complete this electronically, please download the Workbook , Example answers from WALPI pilot country: Burkina Faso 0 1. WHAT IS THE NATURE OF THE UNDERLYING MINERAL RESOURCE? W Including: Gold * Mineral resources in the country- mineral commodities, Seven industrial mines in production as at 2014- head grade between estimated reserves and quality/grade 1.1 and 3.5g/tonne * Current stage of development - number of projects in Most mines opened between 2008 and 2011 .o exploration, construction, operation, closure Production of morethan 30tonnes in 2012 and 2013, tripled since 2009 * Expected mine lives Six advanced projects expected to start production in 2015-2018, with * Distance and accessibility of mines relative to cities -500 tonnes of reserves bo Mine lives generally 6-10 years, stretching to 15 for in some cases Possible information sources: National geological statistics and cadastral information, exploration and mining company Several oeopne at v ri e a-nnual reports and feasibility studies, minming expertsi rin as a e ra Manganese One operating mine (Kiere) producing 50ktonnes of manganese in 2011 estimated to have 600,000 tonnes of manganese ore reserve *Very large deposit at Tambao (reserves of 100 million tonnes) expected 0 to start production in 2017 with 5 million tonnes peryear Zinc Perkoa mine (875ktonnesof zinc reserves) starting in 2013 (produced 45k) with 6years expected life based on reserves Other minerals * Diamond, copper lead, bauxite, nickel, iron, phosphate, limestone Forsummaryofesimated mine lives, see chart on the next page. 2 . WHA ISTECPCT F OA UIESS Including: Manufacturing only 7.5% of GDP; economy dominated by *Scale of industries relevanitto mining supply agriculture, forestry, and livestock farming with low value add Extent of value-add in termrs ofmanufacturing and Private sector dominated by the informal sector; most businesses service provision are very small or medium sized, and operate in retail or construction Location of businesses relative to mining locations 167th on World Bank's Doing Business (2015) S135th rank on the World Economic Forum's Global Competitiveness business registry, Ease of Doing Business and private sector lead, bx developmi ent reports, chambers of commerce/supplier development associations, business support and entities responsible for building market linkages 2. WAT ISR T TH APA IFCAL B AUI ESS? Including: Developing infrastructure to integrate roads, energy and information SOilandgas and communication technologiesthrough PPPs (Public-Private * Construction and infrastructure Partnerships) - Other large-scale extractive industries such asforestry Population of -16.5million with -27% urban upfrom 19%just 10years *Public sector e.g. health, education, military ago, driving demand for sectors such as consumer goods, residential Possbleinfrmaion oures:Natona staistcs epots, construction, etc. 3.1% annual population growth, one of the fastest Possible information sources: National statistics reports, inArc reports by concessionaires/state entities an pvaiet Possible information sources: National policydocuments Main government objective in SCADD is "strong and sustained and vision statements, overall and for relevant line ministries economic growth" * Intermediate goals: eradication of poverty and improving quality of life of populations (poverty rate of 43.9% in latest survey on living conditions in 2009; 181st on the Human Development Index (HDI) in 2014); economic diversification and productivity gains in the private sector; promotion of gender equality and empowerment of women; environmental sustainability 12 iA practica guide to increasing mining loca procurement in West Africa 5. WHAT IS THE EXTENT OF SHARED VISION BETWEEN STAKEHOLDERS? Possible information sources: Outputs/minutes of Broad consensus on objectives / merits of local procurement, but existing multi-stakeholder forums, existence of any signed yet to have a clear commonly agreed vision of the means/process agreements/charters/MOUs, press coverage/public debates 6. WHAT ARE THE MAIN CONSTRAINTS TO INCREASING LOCAL PROCUREMENT? Including: Insufficient access - Access to opportunities, including information flows and Inadequate local supply capacities transparency or accessibility of procurement processes Lack of effective regulations - Local capacity/capability: Scale/quantity, quality, Lack of entrepreneurial culture and capital accumulation suitability for concessionaires' requirements, cost competitiveness, reliability - Ineffectiveness of existing reporting, monitoring and evaluation Possible information sources: Input from mines and suppliers/associations, studies, Ease of Doing Business reports 7. WHAT LEGISLATION, REGULATION, AND INTERNATIONAL OBLIGATIONS WILL THE LOCAL PROCUREMENT APPROACH NEED TO ALIGN WITH? Including: Member of nearly all West African institutions, including WAEMU and - Mining ECOWAS - Investment Member of WTO since 1995 * Trade and customs - Business registration and operation - Citizenship Possible information sources: Central government websites or contact points, registries of legislation and regulation See fact boxes in Module 5 on AU, WAEMU, and WTO for further information on regional and international obligations and their implications for local procurement. 8. WHAT IS THE CURRENT INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY, AND WHAT OTHER RESOURCES COULD BE SECURED? Including: Lowcapacity inthe governmental structure in chargeof monitoring - Mining regulator and controllingthe activities of the different institutions, projects, Extractive industries transparency initiative agencies (ETI) and programmes related to mining - Chamber of Mines Many existing structures outside the Mines Department to track, - Supplier organisations manage and report on relevant aspects such asjobs, etc. with varying - Business development support entities levels of capacity - Donors Recent focus of multiple donors (Canada, France,...) on local procurement Possible information sources: Existing reports on institutional should make securing additional resources possible capacity, international indices, surveys, interviews SUMMARY OF BURKINA FASO HISTORICAL AND FORECAST MINING ACTIVITY 2007 2012 2017 2022 2027 2008:an progamme relatedur to miningo201 manageall an repor onar relvan asetsscuaaosrec.ihvayn should make seurn adiioa resorce possible 2010 l ll (AM 2007 2012 2 1 y2022t2027 KEY 23 Per7 (:lacktho7:/Glencore Xtrata) 10 years to 2023 2008:Q Youga (Eneavur 8 yearsato 201602 2008IMa. . (EAO. 15.1ersto0. 2010:Kiere(ACM Zinc/sl e- mine in production I wwr A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 13 41' W1 4. Answering the strategic questions / E Once the above information has been gathered, the following strategic questions need to be answered. 0 To complete this electronically, please down load the Workbook , O O 0 1. DOES IT MAKE SENSE TO FOCUS ON INCREASING LOCAL PROCUREMENT? 0 a.. Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Nature, scale and diversity of the mineral resource * High quality and large volume of mineral resources across a nurmber of mineral groups typically lay a better foundation for sustainable (u local procurement - Mine lives/activity of more than 10 to 15 years may be required to achieve significant benefits from local procurement, in particular where suppliers do not currently meet mines' requirements (based on a 3 to 5 year lead time on supplier development) * Local procurement is likely to be more limited during the exploration and construction phases due to the nature of the expenditure ;J and the relatively short term timings of these phases Wider markets The existence of other major markets increases the viability and sustainability for mine suppliers and can help build a diverse client base. Local business capacity The less developed the local business and supplier community, the smaller the short-term opportunity to supply mines will be. 0 Country stability For fragile states, the potential to deliver on local procurement initiatives may be constrained by the following factors: government capacity and more pressing priorities, risks for mining projects becoming operational,and suppliers'willingness to make long-tern investments. 2. WHAT SHOULD BE THE PRIORITIES GIVEN THE UNDERLYING SOCIO-ECONOMIC OBJECTIVES? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Local procurement has the potential to contribute to objectives such as enterprise development, improved competitiveness, technology and quality upgrading, citizen empowerment and local economic development. However, there may be trade-offs between these objectives which will need to be reflected in the approach. E.g. a focus on SMEs may exclude important larger contributors to the economy in terms of job creation; a focus on manufacturing may inadvertently exclude important service opportunities; a focus on locally owned businesses may deprioritise local value addition. 3. SHOULD LOCAL PROCUREMENT ACTIVITIES FOCUS JUST ON THE MINING SECTOR OR WIDER MARKETS? IF SO, WHICH MARKETS? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project In cases where wider markets exist, it may also be appropriate to have a wider local procurement approach that extends beyond mining to improve the sustainability and growth prospects for suppliers. This wider approach may be particularly relevant for market linkages and supplier database development. This will depend on the extent to which they have similar requirements and types of suppliers. Another consideration is institutional capacity and arrangements - would it be more practical to have a single line ministry lead the initiative, or is there capacity and policy levers in an institution with wider reach (e.g. investment or commerce/enterprise development, national development agency)? 4. WHAT IS THE NATURE OF THE OPPORTUNITY? SHOULD SPECIFIC PRODUCTS/SERVICES OR SECTORS BE TARGETED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Where both institutional capacity and local supplier capacity are limited, it may be more appropriate to prioritise supply sectors with higher potential, rather than trying to develop local procurement across the board. 5. WHAT SHOULD BE THE FOCUS OF LOCAL PROCUREMENT SUPPORT EFFORTS AND INITIATIVES GIVEN THE CONSTRAINTS TO REALISING THESE OPPORTUNITIES? Considerations, including experience f rom the WALPI project G ive n reso urce imnitati on s, it mnay be n ecessa ry to prio rit ise a d dress ing so me co nst ra ints befo re ot h ers. Th e choi ce of wvhi ch co nstra ints or s uppo rt ga ps to prioriti se m ay alIso be affected by w hich- a rea s the core leade rs h ip a nd i nstit ution s h ave th e g reatest i nfIu en ce. 14 1 A practicalI guide to increasing mining localI procurement in West Africa 6. WHAT ARE THE BEST OVERALL MECHANISMS TO DELIVER INCREASED LOCAL PROCUREMENT? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Different mechanisms to develop the approach may be appropriate for different countries. The approach will depend on issues such as: * Extent and reliability of publicly available information * Resources available to develop the approach * Willingness of stakeholders to share non-public information * Willingness and capacity of various stakeholders to participate in a consultative approach Processes with different final outputs will also call for different mechanisms: * Policy, legislation, and regulation: will require formal development and consultation processes * Social compact, charter, or Memoranda of Understanding: in the case of a multi-stakeholder agreement, greater emphasis is placed on consensus-building or negotiation and joint ownership, with each party becoming a signatoryto the agreement * Code of practice, guideline or action plan: mechanisms could be less formal and non-binding, or individual parties could adopt or endorse the guidelines, also suitable for a privately-led initiative or interim measure to test out an approach * Programmes or projects in priority areas: in existing laws, make use of institutional mandates or stakeholder agreements Where there is strong social capital and some level of shared buy-in across key stakeholdersto a common vision, a more collaborative approach is likelyto be both workable and beneficial. Where this is absent, it may be more necessaryto have one strong lead agency and a more prescriptive approach, whilst still consulting with stakeholderstotryto address their needs within the approach. Depending on the approach, different tools, projects and programmes may be appropriate. 7. HOW COLLABORATIVE OR PRESCRIPTIVE SHOULD THE APPROACH BE? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project A more consultative approach typically increases the likelihood that role players will support implementation. However, as mentioned above, where there is a lack of shared vision, the nature of these consultations may be different, focusing on tryingto makethe approach more workable and effective, and increasing understanding of what it will mean e.g. in terms of compliance. It can be challenging to get key decision-makers to allocate time to participate in processes, and then sustaining consultations. It is also challengingto find the balance between inclusivity and speed/efficiency, as well as coordinating technicaI vs. political processes. 8. WHAT SHOULD BE THE BROAD USE OF LEGISLATION AND REGULATION? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Where there is strong buy-in across key stakeholders to a common vision, legislation may play less of a role, with a greater emphasis on mulIti-sta keholder agreements. Where th is is abEsent, it is Ilikely that legislation may be req u ired to galIva nise action. TypicalIly policy docu ments woulId set out a broad vision aInd respons! iIities; i n some cases m ini ng pol icy docu ments may alIready set out principles around local procurement. However, having a blanket statement as part of mining law or policy which generally encourages preference for local procurement without specific mecha nisms, def In itions, aInd firm proposalIs, a ppea rs to have had l ittle effect to date i n the region. Legislation a nd regu lation at a m in Im um tends to ca ptu re reportiIng obl igations. I n some cases localI procu rement def i nitions a re i ncl uded I n regu lation; however, someti mes cou ntries choose to ca ptu re def inritionis i n practice or gu ida nce notes if they a re still evolvi ng or being refined. Arbitrary local procurement targets in legislation or regulation (often not clearly defined) have not demonstrated to be effective tools to increase local procurement levels. Experience in West Africa has shown that timing local procurement approaches to coincide with reviews of the mining law or mining codes has been helpful in promoting active consultation on issues, and allowingfor alignment where necessary. 9. WHO SHOULD LEAD THE PROCESS? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project *Relevant line ministry based on mandates and legislation *Availability and interest of a suitable champion *Capacityto manage the approach *A strong Chamber of Mines (with some sub-structure to focus on local procurement/content) has shown to greatly help facilitate the process A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 15 41 E 2 10. HOW MUCH EFFORT SHOULD AND CAN BE PLACED ON INCREASING LOCAL PROCUREMENT? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project o o Required effort levels will be informed by the gap between the desired context and the current situation, in terms of issues such as market linkages and information dissemination, supplier capacity, enabling operating environment, monitoring & evaluation The appropriate level of effort to place on mining local procurement can be evaluated both against the potential benefit, and the relative cost-benefit of other socio-economic opportunities and programmes in the country Mining local procurement efforts, in particular supplier development and reporting, can take significant human and systems resources, and in many countries this will be beyond existing institutional capacity i.e. will require additional resources. -0 bo 11. WHAT ARE THE EXPECTED TIME HORIZONS FOR CREATING A BENEFIT? HOW MIGHT THE APPROACH BE PHASED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project *J TypicalIly, ach ievi ng sign if ica nt resulIts th rough localI procu rement requ ires a long time. Cou ntries with mines alIready i n operation, some - supplier base, a supportive operating environment, and institutional capacity may be able to achieve impact in the shorter term; in ii other cases the impact may be more in the medium to long term, and an approach may need to be phased to take into account these 01chalIlenges i n the shorter-term; whilIst su pporti ng "low ha ngi ng fru it" at a smalIler sca le 0 12. WHO CAN FUND THE PROCESS? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Funders typically include line ministries, Chambers of Mines, and international donors. Different funding options may be available forthe process of developing a local procurement approach vs. managing and implementing the approach. For example multi-donor funded programmes could be approached to support the initial gathering of information and consultations to develop the approach. 16 IA practicalI guide to increasing mining localI procurement in West Africa As the country with the most advanced efforts around mini ng localI procurement in the West African region, Gh an a is a particularly interesting case. Ghana's mining local procurement approach "T In 2006, the Ghana Minerals a nd Mining Act was enacted, stating that mining companies should give procurement preference for: materials and products made in Ghana; service agencies located in the country and owned by citizens; and companies or partnerships registered under Ghanaian Company Code or Partnership Act. The Act also sets out requirements for employee loca lisation: hiring a minimum proportion of staff in various employment categories, with the Minerals Commission working with mining companies to identify staff positions that can be filled by Ghanaians, and local candidates who can be trained to replace foreign staff. n 2008, the Minerals Commission of Ghana started to focus more on local procurement- The Commission drafted some proposed regulations for local procurement including specific targets. They placed an emphasis on promoting ocal manufacturing and preference for high Ghanaian participation. At this stage, the nature of this preference was not clearly specified. The mining industry responded to this, through the Chamber of Mines, with proposals on what they felt was the most practical way to achieve increased local procurement; various consultations followed to try to refine the approach. They also initiated a collaborative process of identifying high opportunity products for local supply (see Module 3 for further detail on the approach followed) In August 2011, the Minerals Commission, the Chamber of Mines, and the IFC signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate around mining supplier assessment and development, including their respective financial commitments. The focus of this collaboration was around SME development. In early 2012, an overall supplier capacity assessment was conducted, as well as individual supplier diagnostics to identify support needs. Regulations in 2012 (effective 2013) required development of a 'local procurement list'of products of Ghanaian content, and submission of individual local procurement plans by the mines. The Chamber of Mines submitted a collective local procurement plan on behalf of members in 2013. Consultations are ongoing regarding the next phase,the initiation of a supplier development programme. Both the Minerals Commission and the Chamberof Mines have needed to increase their resourcesto improve local procurement. Since then, local procurement efforts are being extended to oil & gas, but with separate regulation and institutions. Lessons learned: *Need for clarity on the nature of preference and a definition of "local" *Benefits of institutional capacity and effective consultations between role players- notably the regulator and the rninrg industry; however, challeriges exist in the Ilack of represent ative orgarilsaliori of suppliers and in capacity to review submissions Uimeousiv *Challeriges of charigirig ecorioric conditions (e.g. decreasing gold prices) affecting willingness/capacity of mines to contribute, and changing the nature of demnand *Long timelines in assessing and developing su ppliers, both in terms of rolling out support programmes and the supplier development itself *SMF focus vs. all sizes of loxal suppliers -tension of foulsing on SMFs vs. required economies of scale to cornpet itively manufacture some products for mines, as well as having a large-scale impact on production capacity in a country; also need to ensu re that anti-cornpetitive practices do not emerge -eouraiging development of multiple suppliers is rieeded, which may require irivestrnrt facilitatiori A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 17 How should we define local procMINfENt given our socio-economic priorities and Wider legis tie cntext? What are our curre s ofocal procurement based,on that definition? Stakeholders often disagree about the level of local procurement that is taking place. One key reason can be that there is no common understanding of what is meant by "local procurement". An agreed definition lays the foundation for a shared approach to implementation. 1. W e s b e s ised Deing thea localeen prcuemn definition? 2.W sthe ba estwrinfrte oealdfnto n 1. ~- Ke staei qusin to cosie Inorer to roid clrt on wha ismatyc I prcrmt.t I ikl tha bot an ovr I I deito an sub qusubfntions s that thdo eyee are esuret e.g.inthdrgh low Content __________________ Overall definition of local procurement 1. Which socio-economic elements should be emphasised Ovrldeiton flcapouem t in the local procurement definition? 2. What is the best wording for the overall definition andSu deiton .g Sub-definition e.g: sub-definitions so that they are measurable e.g. throughLocal supplier: use of criteria, thresholds or formulas? *Locally owned business:.. *Local value-add is defined as ... *A supplier in a mine affected community is.. *"Full fair and reasonable access" is.. Process 3. Will existing, amended or new definitions be used? If new definitions, in which document will they be captured? 4. What process should be followed to agree these definitions? Who needs to be involved? One particular approach - defining local suppliers based on three core elements Kaiser Economic Development Partners has developed an approach to defining local suppliers as a result of a number of strategy and implementation projects conducted in Africa for the World Bank, involving extensive consultations with governments and mines across the continent. This approach is based on the principle that there are three distinct aspects that make up the concept of 'local': 1. 2. 3. Geographical location Citizen participation Local content Mine vicinity Ownership Inputs National Management Value add Wider region Employment tranSTration Each of these critical elements relate to important (and different) areas of benefit to local economies: genuine involvement of local citizens (including in partnerships with international companies), job creation through value addition, and emphasis on the most appropriate geographical focus. See Appendix 2 for further details on how this definition can be applied. Thismodle rovies esorce to elpyouanser te aoveIF-SEE ALSO: straegi qustins,by sarig iteratinalexpeienes Secion2), Module 1: Approach settng ut nfomatin rquiemets (ecton ), nd poviingkey Setting the principles for the definition consdertion inreltionto ach uesion(Secion4).Module 5: Policy, legislation, and regulation Formalisingthedefinition Module 8: Measuring, monitoring, and evaluation Playingthe definition out into measuring and reporting .E 2. Learning from international experience .0 * Definitions There is no one, standardised definition of local procurement. However, many countries officially define "local" based on the components of location, participation, and local content or value addition: 4- E 1. Geographical Ilocation: A requirement that the registration, incorporation, or activities of a business take place at the regional, national, state, or "local local" level (community affected by the mine). 2.Participation: A requirement that a business be majority-owned by citizens of the country (unless otherwise noted), or that a percentage of the management a nd/or employees are citizens of the country. 3. Local content and/or value addition: A requirement that goods, works, and services be created or provided for locally, Q that locally-made parts and/or labour are used, or that value is added to the product or service in-country E 0 Country Geographical Location Participation Local content/Value Addition 1. Australia Regional, national, Ownership Value addition state-level 2. Mongolia National Ownership Local content of goods and services 3. Kazakhstan National Employment, Ownership (resident) Local content of goods and services 4. Brazil National Local content of goods 5. Ghana National, "local-local" Ownership 6. Nigeria Ownership Local content, local value addition or creation 7. Trinidad and Tobago Ownership Local content of goods, services, financing Local value addition 8. Mozambique National Ownership 9. Sierra Leone National Ownership, management 10. South Africa Ownership, employment 11. Angola Ownership 12. Timor-Leste Local content of goods and services 13. Chile National (implied) Ownership (implied) 14. Madagascar Ownership (implied) Angola, Brazil, and Nigeria are discussed as examples of how these three components are expressed within various definitions of local procurement. Chile and Australia are described as examples where additional components over and above these three are also incorporated. 4. BRAZIL Emphasis on participation Local content of Goods is applicable to Oil & Gas (CLb) for equipment and materials and is calculated with a formula: .NIEI CLb=(1-X/Y)*100EmI* * * X = Price of imported components in R$a aledto Y = the final sales price of good excluding IPI (Tax on Industrialised Products) and ICMS Lclpoueet(i a) (State tax for circulation of goods and services) teqatmocmoievleaddt Based on objectives of development of localIo rae nteNieineooyb suppliers and technology, mass creation ofjobs and increased GDP F rormula and certification process is specified in ofNigerion hunan, material resources ond Resolution ANP no 36/2007; further details of services in the Nigerian oil andgas industry howto calculate are provided in a PROMINP local Nigerian company content manual/primer a company registered under the Companies * Previously Article 171 of the Constitution and Al/ied Matters Act and having not less differentiated between national ownership mining company driven, based tha 51%eNigei n houdin and registration, but this was revoked in 1995 on ocation and competitiveness and now any company incorporated in Brazil is Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry Local Content considered local wevelopmentAct of2010 World-class suppliers: those that selnot definewho is considered more than 30 per cent oftheir product a "Nigerian" internationally, have standards equal tothe Based on Brazil's Local Content regulation industry leader and add a high level ofvalue with the addition ofNigeran participation to their customers Defined in World Class Supplier Development Programme (multi- stakeholder programme initiated by BHP Billiton and coordinated by Fundacion Chile, now with participation from various mineso 20 pA practical guide to increasing mi ning local procurement in West Africa 1. AUSTRALIA National and state-specific with comprehensive definitions Captured in the "Local Industry Policy-Afair go for local industry, Interim Update 2013 (LIP)" S2, pp. 5-6; part of the Queensland Industry Participation Policy Act 2011. Contestable goods and services are the goods and/or services included in, or may potentially be included in, contracts for an eligible project that can be potentially supplied from any of the following locations: - Geographically closeto the project; Queensland; - Other locations within Australia or New Zealand; or - Outside Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). It excludes goods and/or services which are, in normal circumstances, highly likelyto be supplied from sources geographically close to the project, or goods and/or services that are, in normal circumstances, highly likely to be supplied from locations outside ANZ because they are not currently manufactured or provided by ANZ suppliers. Full, fair and reasonable opportunity is the provision of equitable opportunity for capable local industry to participate in the procurement activity by ensuring: - Local industry has the same opportunity afforded to supply chain participants from elsewhere to participate in all aspects of a project, includingfront-end engineering and design, and project management - Expression of interest/tender documents should encourage local industryto collaborate in circumstances where the project delivery requirements are outsidethe capacity and capability of a single local business but could be delivered competitively by a number ofcapable local businessesthrough collaboration (including consortia) - Tender documentation is free from technical requirements that might rule out local industry and is structured in such a way as to provide local industry the opportunity to participate in projects - For example, wherever it is practicable to do so, use ANZ standards and codes to ensure that local industry is not excluded from the market (if ANZ standards and codes are not able to be specified, and an equivalent to these standards and codes is used, then the reasons for adopting this approach must be explained in the Local Industry Participation Plan (LIPP)) - As part of value for money, that due consideration in the tender evaluation is given not only to price but also to environmental sustainability, quality and delivery, whole-oflife costs and/or administrative and risk mitigation advantages and the advancement of the priorities of Government arisingfrom local sourcing Local industries is defined as Australian or New Zealand small and medium enterprises (SMEs) Small to medium enterprise (SME) is defined as an Australian or New Zealand firm with fewer than 200 full time equivalent employees. Local content includes all value-added activities undertaken by local industry Value added refers tothe substantial transformation of goods and a minimum of 50 per cent of production costs incurred in Queensland, Australia and/or New Zealand. Project proponents should notethe principles of Part V ofthe Australian Made, Australian Grown Logo Code of Practice May 2007." 11. ANGOLA Emphasis on participation As per order 127/03 of 2003, national, private, or state companies enjoy preferential rights over foreign companies for sourcing of goods and services. As per the law, exclusivity to Angolan businesses is given for the sourcing of goods and services that require limited capital and non-specialised know-how. Activities requiring reasonable level of capital and limited level of specialised capabilities fall under semi- compliance preferential treatment and requirejoint ventures between domestic and international companies. Other activities are open for competition. * Local content definitions housed in various pieces of legislation A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 21 .E 3.Gathering required information / .0 Some key information is needed to answer the strategic questions. This is likely to require gathering information from multiple sources. The table below sets out information questions and provides an illustrative country example based on work carried out during the WALPI project. To complete this electronically, please down load the Workbook L, 4- Example answers from WALPI pilot country: Burkina Faso 't1. WHAT ARE THE LOCAL PROCUREMENT APPROACH ES' PRIORITY OBJECTIVES? (RANKED IF POSSIBLE) Including: Job creation * Job creation Reducing inequality * Citizen empowerment Enterprise development * Enterprise or SME development Developmentofmanufacturing E Development of manufacturing capacity Development of services * Development of services Citizen empowerment * Competitiveness Sectoral competitiveness and upgrading * Technology upgrading * Reducing inequality * Sustainability ba Source: Module.1 * ** e* p * Job creation0 .E * edcigieqalt N Including: Current Mining Convention (Article 6): "services and raw materials of local *Nationally registered business origin as well as products manufactured in Burkina" *Locally-owned business Draft new mining Code: "Burkinalbe companies" (no details on definition of * Citizen Burkinabe provided) *Resident Sectoral mining policycallsfor integrating mines intothe socio-economic Local value-add development of "local communities". Some mines adopt "local-local" * Locally originating product (affected communities) as their geographical definition of "local * Management procurement". * Employment WAEMU and ECOWAS: see fact box on following page * "Affected community" Note: thresholds are the levels or boundaries beyond which a supplier is included in a certain category Possible information sources: * Module 1 * Laws and regulations * Line ministries/entities responsible business licensing department, trade, economic empowerment, labour, immigration * WAEMU and ECOWAS 3. WHAT SYSTEMS ARE IN PLACE TO MEASURE POTENTIAL ASPECTS OF THE DEFINITION? WHERE IS INFORMATION AVAILABLE AND ACCESSIBLE? Including: Business registration and licensing: place of registration, ownership * National statistics annual surveys Publicly available information on some suppliers * Business registration and licensing No specifications for mines' reporting to regulators: self-reporting, typically * Industry surveys based on criteria of "local-local" * Mines' reportingto regulators Current systems at mining companies do not capture aspects such as * Mines'internal systems ownership, employees, etc. but some of that information is known to * EITI reporting procurement personnel. Some mining companies are in the process of * Customs, revenue & tax reporting auditing their suppliers and building databases including many details such * Employment and payroll reporting as ownership, employees * Reporting related to work permits * ABSM data collection from its members - limited to their members, * Academic or public research representing a modest percentage of suppliers or total spend * Enterprise/supplier support entities' records In summary, proper monitoring of current definitions would need a more systematic data gathering/reporting process 22 | A practical guideto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 4. BASED ON THESE SOURCES, WHAT ARE THE BASELINE LEVELS OF LOCAL PROCUREMENT USING THESE DIFFERENT POTENTIAL MEASURES? WHAT ARE THE INFORMATION GAPS? Including: Initial results based on supplier analysis as part of WALPI project (with data * National statistics annual surveys provided bythe major mines): * Business registration and licensing * 92.6% of spend was on suppliers that are foreign-controlled (>50% of * Industry surveys ownership) * Mines' reportingto regulators * 35.7% spent on suppliers that are foreign-controlled but realise majority * EITI reporting or some appreciable level of value addition in country * Customs, revenue & tax reporting 1.3% of spend was on Burkinabe-controlled companies with no significant * Employment &payroll reporting value addition in country ("local importers") * Reporting related to work permits * 3% of spend at Burkinabe-controlled companies with significant value * Academic or public research addition in country See Appendix 4fortemplates to capture supply * 47.2% of spend at locally registered suppliers patterns See Appendix 5 for further detail Relevant definitions within WAEMU AND ECOWAS frameworks: As yet there are no specific definitions of local procurement within WAEMU or ECOWAS mi ning local procurement frameworks. However: *The WAEMU framework refers to "services and materials of Community origin, products manufactured or sold in the Union". *The ECOWAS framework refers to "a) materials and products of a Member State; b) Service agencies located mna Member State and owned by a citizen (corporate or otherwise) of such Member State and/or public corporation:' For purposes of trade and customs, there is a precise definition of "originating products", and a process for approva: (ECOWAS and WAEMUJ rules of origin have been harmonised since 2004): 1. Unprocessed goods (e.g. animal, lplant, and mineral products) and handmade products, without the need of a certificate of origin 2. Products that have been sufficiently worked or processed (i.e., industrial products) and are accompanied by a certificate of origin delivered bythe identified national authorities. Forthese products, community origin is conferred according to: 2.1 Local content: goods that have been produced in member states with a minimum of 60% originating raw materials content. 2.2 Substantial transformation, as measured by a change in tariff cassification: goodsthat are not wholly produced in member states, but their production requires the exclusive use of materias which are classified under a different tariff subheading from that of the finished product. 23 Value-added:goodsthat are not wholly produced in memberstates, but have received a value added of at least 30% of the ex-factory price of the finished goods. Value-addled is defined as the difference expressed as a percentage of the ex-factory price before tax of the industrial product concerned and the value of raw materials, consumables, and packaging of foreign origin. The ex-factory price used is made essentially of the costs of raw materials, consumnables, and packaging of both foreign and community origin, wages and salaries, duties and taxes, works and external services, and depreciation charges. A process for certifying origin of goods is set out which is relatively complex, requiring application with supporting documentation to the ministry responsible for trade liberahisation matters, approval by the ministry after getting opinions from members of the National Approvals Committee, and final approval by ECCVWAS Commission based on all documentation indcling basis for national-level approval to be transmitted by the Ministry. A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa I23 Q1 .E 4. Answering the strategic questions/ .0 Once the above information has been gathered, the following strategic questions need to be answered. To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook , 1. WHICH SOCIO-ECONOMIC ELEMENTS SHOULD BE EMPHASISED IN THE LOCAL PROCUREMENT DEFINITION? E Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Mining companies, governments and other stakeholders in West Africa have adopted a wide variety of approaches for defining local 'U procurement and these have often failed to consider important factors that will encourage sustainable economic benefits to local citizens. Often, no clear definition is provided at all. E Existing definitions by mines are generally limited to locally-registered companies, locally-owned companies, or spend in the'affected communities'. 0 Selection of elements of the definition (and how these are prioritised) will impact the focus of efforts e.g. use of employment in the definition is likelyto result in an emphasis on job creation whilst a definition based on locally-registered companies may result in an 7i emphasis on local business registration (which may impact tax revenues but may not impact significantly on local value-adding activity 0 or local participation). Definitions that do not include a value-add element may result in a focus on importers, which may create some opportunities but may also increase input costs for mines rather than adding value (unless importers develop the capacityto hold .E appropriate stock and provide value adding services such as maintenance and after-care). 4- Where objectives such as technology transfer, skills upgrading and increased global competitiveness of enterprises have been QJ a prioritised, consideration of the role of FDI could be useful (for more detail see Thomas Farole and Deborah Winkler (Eds), 2013, - Making Foreign Direct Investment Work for Sub-Saharan Africa, available at https://openknowledge.worldbank.org). w For fragile states, care should be taken that definitions do not touch on sensitivities that might reignite social divisions. There has been general support in consultations with a wide range of stakeholders in West Africa to incorporate all three components of location, participation and value addition into definitions. The figure below represents the framework developed by Kaiser EDP used for categorising suppliers during the WALPI project. FRAMEWORK FOR CATEGORISING SUPPLIERS manufacturing/ Foreign services provided company locally manufacturing/ service providing services locally SUPPLIER B SUPPLIER D SUPPLIER C Foreign importer Local importer No manufacturing/ SUPPLIER A SUPPLIER E services provided locally No local participation Full local participation Local value-addition (along the left side) ranges from a supplier not manufacturing or providing services locally through to all manufacturing or services provided locally Similarly, the range for local participation (along the bottom) is from no local participation, to joint ventures and meaningful partnerships, through to full local participation within the supplier (in terms of citizen ownership, management and employment). Each supplier is plotted against the two axes and is categorised into one ofthe nine combinations. 24 | A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 2. WHAT IS THE BEST WORDING FOR THE OVERALL DEFINITION AND SUB-DEFINITIONS SO THAT THEY ARE MEASURABLE E.G. THROUGH USE OF CRITERIA, THRESHOLDS OR FORMULAS? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project The choice of wording in definitions is essential as it will laythe foundation for whether or not local procurement can be effectively measured (see Module 8 on measuring, monitoring, and evaluation). Tools to help provide clarity and avoid ambiguity include criteria, thresholds and formulas. In order to be both realistic and ambitious, thresholds should ideallytake into account both the current baseline of suppliers and the likely constraints/potential to improve performance in terms of the selected elements of the definition, e.g. levels of local employment or value add. Elements of the definition where there is existing information and reporting systems will be easier to administer, e.g. if companies already report to government on local ownership or employment, or if mines already capture information in their procurement or invoicing systems. However,these may not necessarily bethe most important aspects forthe reasons discussed above. Where information is lacking, consideration should be given to defining elements in a way that takes into account ease of implementation for mines, and capacity of verification authorities/regulators. For example, definitions based on local content of individual transactions have been shown to be accurate but require significantly more resources whereas definitions based on the characteristics of suppliers may require less resources. Selecting different thresholds for mining vs. other sectors may cause confusion amongst suppliers and support entities which could create implementation difficulties and administrative hassles. There has been broad consensus in West Africa mining-related consultations that a system that defines local procurement as the local content of all mines' purchases (as in Brazil's Oil and Gas sector) will be too onerous to administer, given capacity constraints of government. In line with the above,there has been a general positive responsetothe model proposed by Kaiser Economic Development Partners which specifies: 1. Participation of local citizens (and other West Africans) through: * Enterprise ownership * Employment * Management Thresholds would relate to local circumstances and existing national definition. In some cases a focus on ownership alone may be more practical given information and constraints. 2. Extent of local content and value add in the country and in West Africa: Drawing on ECOWAS &WAEMU definitions and extendingthese principles to services, at least one of the following should apply: * Supplier provides majority local unprocessed goods (e.g., animal, plant, and mineral products) and handmade products * Majority of products provided by supplier are substantially transformed locally (i.e. would change categorisation from one tariff headingto another) * Supplier uses more than 60% local originating raw materials * At least 30% value-add on the ex-factory price offinished goods: incl. materials, consumables, packaging, salaries, payments to govt., works, external services, depreciation. * Where a service provider undertakes, manages, and controls the majority of its services in country or in the region It may also be appropriate in some context where there is less local capacityto define a "mid" category threshold for suppliers that do not meet above thresholds but have: * Some local origin materials * Some products that are substantially transformed * Some value-add, but less than 30% overall * Some local service delivery 3. Geographically, preference for an enterprise located in the same country as the mine followed by companies in West Africa A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 25 3. WILL EXISTING, AMENDED OR NEW DEFINITIONS BE USED? IF NEW DEFINITIONS, IN WHICH DOCUMENT WILL THEY BE CAPTURED? .0 w Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project International benchmarking demonstrates a variety of places where definitions are housed, including in mining regulations or law, industrial policies or strategies, and even manuals. Sub-definitions may refer to existing definitions of locally owned businesses or national citizens. E Any related definitions in national mining law will need to be taken into account-if contradictory with the agreed definition theywill w need to be revised; other business registration definitions are also likely to be important - if suitable, these could be cross-referred as sub-definitionsfor a local business. Changesto definitions within mining laws may have long lead times, whereas those in regulations a could be shorter. Changes to definitions in line ministries that are not closely involved in the local procurement effort are likelyto be very C difficuItto implement. E Ideally, definitions of value add should cross-refer to WAEMU and ECOWAS definitions of product origin. Inclusion in regulation ratherthan law or policy could provide greater flexibility to accommodate changes if needed, as circumstances 0 change or data availability improves. This could be through the mining ministry, orthe commerce/investment ministry ifthe definition will be used across different sectors. An alternative mechanism is practice notes or guidelines -these could either be the ultimate 7i mechanism, or could be used as an interim mechanism to test out and refine definitions into a more workable form. 0 4. WHAT PROCESS SHOULD BE FOLLOWED TO AGREE ON THESE DEFINITIONS? WHO NEEDS TO BE INVOLVED? QJ Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project N Irrespective of the selected process, consultation around the definition with stakeholders can be beneficial in ensuring the definition is workable and does not have significant unintended consequences. If the definition is within a procedure, practice note, or manual, a less formal consultation is likelyto be required. o If definitions are to be included within law or regulation, then the appropriate formal process for a country will need to be followed, e.g. legal drafting, public hearing, submission to parliament.This approach has greater power in terms of enforcement, but it may be less flexible and take longer to formulate and implement. See also Module 5: Policy, Law and Regulation. The least formal process of all is to use programme terms of reference by regulators, support entities, chambers of mines or supplier associations to define priority supplier types, e.g. in terms of beneficiary types for a supplier development programme. This approach has the advantage of flexibility, but does not create certainty or clarity, and has no legal status. 26 A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 27 Howdowedentkfy the mosft. attatv n reaisi locl35r procurmen opotnities in teshor t eiu m, and long-term? Identifyingthe right producAnd service opportunities is important to ensure' the greatest benefits for society and the economy. It can also help to focus support efforts, given that resources are often limited. 1. How do stakeholders' objectives shape local procurement opportunities? 4. How are 5. What are 2. Which products opportunities the priority and services constrained opportunities are likely to have by the operating m the short, suitable demand environment? medium and tojustify local long term? supply? 3. In which product/ service categories is there suitable local supply capacity? 6. What process will work best to identify and review these opportunities? Who needs to be involved? SEE ALSO: Module 1: Approach Understanding the socio-economic priorities and the overall nature of the opportunity Module 2: Defining local procurement Demand and local supply baseline Module 4: Enabling local suppliers to compete Assessing supplier capacity and defining the support requirements for opportunities) Module 6: Mining Local Procurement Plans (planning and reporting on progress in realising opportunities) 2. Learning from international experience Mining and oil & gas sectors around the world are generally at the early stages of identifying specific product and service opportunities for local procurement. Countries with oil and gas resources appear to be slightly more advanced in this regard. o They often include the identification of specific opportunities as a priority action within their policy framework (e.g. Trinidad and Tobago). Some countries have developed formal lists of opportunities (e.g. Angola, Indonesia, Libya and Nigeria. Examples of local procurement opportunity identification in the oil and gas sector Angola Angola's local content strategy in the oil and gas industry has focused both on the "Angolanisation"of the country's workforce and procurement of local goods and services. In terms of procurement, Degree 127/03 created a list of priority goods and services based on the level of skill and required capital, creatingthree keyopportunity groups': 1) Exclusive goods and services are those deemed "non-specialised" and require low capital -this group is to be provided exclusively byAngolan businesses. Foreign companies could be engaged as a subcontractorto an Angolan company 2) Semi-compliance goods and services require a certain level of knowledge and moderate levels of capital - Foreign companies that wish to supplythese goods and services can only do so in association with an Angolan-owned company, such as a joint venture 3)All other goods and services fall within the competitive goods and services category, requiring a high level of capital and specialised knowledge. There are no restrictions on who can provide competitive goods and services, but Angolan companies will receive preference as long as their price is not more than 10% above that of a foreign company2. The products and services under "exclusive"and "semi-compliance"are shown below. Exclusive Semi-Compliance * Pressure tests on oil and/or gas storage tanks and pipelines Geographical or geodesic surveying * Transportation of equipment materials and foodstuffs or Vertical directional and/or horizontal drilling of wells sounding and production platforms Geological control ofdrilling (mud logging) * Supply of industrial and drinking water Production tests * Catering Laboratories for geological, geochemical, and fluid analyses * Supply oftechnical material Specialist consultancy in engineering and geological, * General cleaning and gardening geophysical, and geochemical sciences, as well as tank oil * General maintenance of equipment and vehicles operations installations analysis and interpretation of data - Operators and managers or supply points (airports, ports, and Operation and maintenance of production installations, service stations) includingoil and gas pipelines * Inspection of the quality of products distributed and sold Calibration of storagetanks and measurement instruments (oil products and derivatives) Construction and assemblyof mechanical electrical structures, * Retailers of lighting, oil, gas, and lubricants production and drilling installations *Transport of products from the terminals to the supply points Inspection and supervision of consignments of oil or natural gas * Cargotransport of oil or natural gas * Cement and drilling sludge products * Supply of drilling sludge *Supply of seismic materials, including explosives *Drilling production materials and equipment Cleaning and maintenance works on wells pCementation and/or completion of wells *Transport of crude oil tothe refinery * Electricity and instrumentation dOperators and managers ofterminals *Pressure tests on storage tanks and measurement instruments * Maintenance engineering ofterminals and supply points Inspection of distribution installations and supplies * Manufacture and assembly of braziers and lamps Manufacture and assembly of electricity generating sets * Assembly of selected makes of vehicles forthe oil industry * Manufacture of plasticorthe oil industry, syntheticfibres and rubbers * Manufacture offertilisers * Production of detergents 30 Apractical guidePto increasing mining local procurement in WestAfrica Indonesia314 As part of the process of drafting their initial local content policies, Indonesia created a list of goods based on the available capabilities of domestic suppliers. TKDN (local content levels) are based on multiple factors including the origin of materials used in production, geography ofthe producer, ownership ofthe company, and citizenship of the labour force. Indonesia's categorisation system is based on three levels of goods for which different procurement processes need to be followed and where domestically produced goods meet quality requirements: 1.Required/mandatory goods -There exists a domestic producer with a TKDN of at least 25% and a BMP (Company Benefit Weight) ofat least 40% - Domestic manufacturers with a local content level of at least 15% are allowed to bid in this category 2. Maximised goods -There exists a domestic producer with a TKDN of at least 25% and a BMP of less than 40% - For contracts above US$100,000, domestic manufacturers with a local content level of 10% and above may bid in this category 3.Empowered goods-There exists a domestic producer with a TKDN of less than 25% - For contracts above US$100,000, domestic manufacturers with a local content level of 5% and above may bid in this category List of goods and services per category as at 20111 1. Required 3. Empowered Casing-tubing Boilers and accessories * Tubulargoods Building material and hardware * Wellhead and X-mas tree accessories Building material, metals, and hardware (bolts and nuts) * Chemicals Building structure and tanks * Valve fittings Casing, tubing, and accessories * Wire, cables, and accessories Cementing equipment and liner hanger systems * Marine and offshore installations Chemicals * Electric power sources Compressor and vacuum pumps * Pumps, centrifugal, and rotary Drillingtools and retrievable production tools - Oil and oil products Drilling machinery mud equipment, and accessories _______________________________________________ *Fire, safety, and environmental conservation equipment 2. Maximised Jointing (gaskets), insulating materials - Cementing equipment and liner hanger systems Machinery accessories and transmissions *Wellhead equipment and accessories Marine offshore and installations * Oil and oil products * Paints andvarnishes * Plant elements and parts * Production well tests and monitoring instruments * Pumps, centrifugals, and rotary * Pumps, reciprocating *Pumps, other types * Switch, control gear and electrical instruments * Transportation *Tubular goods *Valve fittings * Welihead equipment and accessories * Wireline tool box and unit complete with power pack *Wire, cables, and accessories Additionally buyers can locate a quality supplier that adheres to local content regulations through The Apresiasi Produksi Dalam Negeri (APDN) publication on certified suppliers. The business ability certification evaluates companies based on their production capacity (including output, quality of product), local content (TKDN and BMP levels), order status, management capabilities, marketing, and after-sales service. The rating system is as follows: * star: Score equal tot4eto 60 *r2 stars: Score equal to 60Pto 80 S3 stars: Score of 80 or greater SNo star: cncompetent, score of less thani4 A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 31 Ghana provides one of the best examples of both the opportunity identification process and the resulting 'local procurement list' Ghana = 0 Ghana mining local procurement opportunity identification Ghana's initial focus was to identify high opportunity products for local manufacturing, with a view to examining - the opportunities for local service delivery at a later stage. Working through the Ghana Chamber of Mines, the major gold mining companies provided information on spend and volumes of a number of products. Products were evaluated against a range of criteria including whether they were already manufactured in Ghana or could feasibly be manufactured locally within a 5-10 year time period. The result of the process was the following list of 27 products to be prioritised bythe mining sector in Ghana: o 27 PRODUCTS INITIALLY IDENTIFIED BY THE GHANA CHAMBER OF MINES 1. Activated carbon 15. Heavy duty electric cables 2. Ammonium sulphate 16. Metal or PVC core trays 3. Bolts and nuts 17. Mill liners 4. Bullion boxes 18. Motor re-winding and re-furbishing 5. Calico bags 19. OTR tyre-re-treading 6. Cement products/grout 20. Overalls & work clothes 7. Fencing, wire & mesh products 21. Plastic sample bags 8. Chemicals (caustic soda) 22. Quick lime & hydrated lime 9. Conveyor rollers/idlers, pulleys 23. Rock-bolts & split-sets 10. Cupels & crucibles 24. Steel products (plate, angles, brackets, sprockets) 11. Explosive supply-emulsion 25. Ventilation ducting 12. General & speciality lubricants 26. Wood products 13. Grinding media 27. Yelomine pipe 14. HDPE & PVC pipes With the support ofthe IFC, the above opportunities were then assessed to establish supplier capacity, gaps and support needs. An exercise of assessing 28 companies in 18 of the above sectors was carried out, resulting in a gap analysis of each sector. The most competitive product groups were: overalls and work clothes, plastic sample bags, OTR tyre re-treading, cement or grout products. This list is currently being refined to create a list of 6-8 higher opportunity products to strongly focus on in the short- term.These opportunities will likely form part ofthe'local procurement list, as required by Ghana regulation. It is intended that this list of products will be removed from the mining list (as long as the required quality and quantity can be produced locally) and as a consequence imports ofthese products will attract import duties and VAT. 32 | A practical guideto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 3. Gathering required information / Some key information is needed to answer the strategic questions. This is likely to require gathering information from multiple sources. The table below sets out information questions and provides an illustrative country example based on work carried out during the WALPI project.To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook [ Example answers from WALPI pilot country: Liberia I 1. WHAT ARE THE PRIMARY SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND SECTORAL OBJECTIVES THAT WILL SHAPE THE NATURE OF THE OPPORTUNITIES? (SEE MODULE 1) Possible information Particular focus on youth employment sources: National The industrial policy notes priority opportunities in agriculture, fisheries and services. policy and strategy Aworkshop in Monrovia with the Local Content Policy Committee identified thefollowing priorityfor local documents and vision content development: statements (including - Employment/job creation and provision of livingwages and livelihoods industrial, SME, private - Enterprise development sector development), - Wealth creation stakeholder workshops - Supporting Liberia's Vision 2030 to achieve middle income status - Leveraging linkages between value chains to support growth and development, including supporting agriculture and horticulture development through linksto buyers - Maximisingthe benefits secured from resources - Technologytransfer - Transformation of the economy - Reducing inequality - Building infant industries into sustainable and growing industries - Ensuring investors engage in good corporate citizenship and contribute to buildingthe country - aiiigtebnft*eue frm esure s~ Possible information Workshops with mining companies in Liberia (October 2013 and April 2014) to identify opportunities, sources: Mining rank them, and discuss ways of realising them resulted in the following opportunities (Note: opportunities companies'views in bold were identified as higher-priority opportunities by subsequent analysis): (e.g.through 1. Uniforms workshops), 2. Camp management/catering & security/HSE individual mines'local 3. Food products, in particular, rice, vegetables, and fish procurement plans 4. Crushed rock 5. Construction services 6. Cement 7. Drilling and mining equipment rental/hire/services, spares 8. Carpentry/furniture 9. Safety/personal protective equipment 10. Internet/communication services 11. Labtesting, analysis, geotechnical lab, standards, sampling/testing 12. Stevedoring, clearing and forwarding, logistics 13. Explosives/ANFO (ammonium nitrate/fuel oil) 14. Labour brokering/HR services 15. Steel balls 16. Lubricants/petroleum 17. Rubber products 18. Conveyor splicing A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 33 Ln 3. WHAT IS THE HISTORICAL AND CURRENT DEMAND BY THE MINING SECTOR (AND OTHER MAJOR SECTORS)? Including: Aggregated demand from five mining companies in Liberia: Breakdown byyear, - Iron ore: ArcelorMittal, Western Cluster, China Union, Putu by phase (exploration, - Gold:Aureus projects, operations), by Total spend reported across the five mines 2010-2013: US$1.550bn (likelyto be closer to US$2bn with all on year, by product/service activities included) group Breakdownofreportedspendbyyear: Possible Information sources: Mining 800 companies' 641.1 - procurement/ 600 finance departments, relevant government E 400 departments (where 245.3 procurement data is 200 reported), import datad15g.9 0 2010 2011 2012 2013 * Breakdown of the above (2010-2013) spend by phase: - Exploration: US$60m - Projects (feasibility, construction, infrastructure): US$1.13bn - Operations: US$360m *Note: detailed analysis of spend by 'other major buyers' has not yet completed in Liberia, but indications are that other major markets include construction/infrastructure, forestry, oil & gas, military & peacekeeping. Possible Information *Extrapolated and then forecasted spend (for mining all activities in Liberia) indicated over US$2bn of annual sources: Mining spend forthe 'targetyear'of 2016: companies procurement/finance 2500 - departments, annual reports, investment/ 2000 2 --02224 development plans, e 053 forecasting analysis (see Appendix 6for 1500 163 approach used as rE 1267 part of WALPI project 10 and Appendix 7 for initail outputs). 500 - 8250 0 2014E 2015E 2016E 2017 - Ironore UGold 34 A practical guideto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 5. WHAT IS THE FORECAST ANNUAL DEMAND FOR SPECIFIC PRODUCT & SERVICE CATEGORIES FROM MINES? Possible Information * WALPI projected aggregated spend from five mining companies and forecasted spend across different sources: As above product & service categories (See fact box below for categories used and Appendix 7 for full methodology and more results) Example of product and service categories forecasting for one group: plant & equipment, construction and core services (for 2016): Construction 530 Equipment rental 247 Contract mining 143 Feasibility, design and engineering 141 Plant and equipment - mining/general 113 Heavytransport equipment 69 Spare partsfor mining equipment 43 Supplychain services 41 Drilling equipment and services E 38 Auxillaryequipment : 22 Electrical equipment and supplies 17 Environmental services 8 Geological and exploration services 6 Analysis and testing 5 Geological equipment and supplies 3 Equipment and Plant maintenance and repair 1 Electronic equipment and supplies 0 Total spend afUSS.429bn 12016 forecast) - 50 100 150 200 250 300 6. WHAT IS THE CURRENT LEVEL OF LOCAL SUPPLY FOR EACH PRODUCT AND SERVICE CATEGORY? (SEE MODULE 2 FOR DEFINITIONS OF LOCAL AND THE LOCAL SUPPLY BASELINE) Possible Information * One product/service category example, (Civil Works) based on the categorisation and analysis as part ofthe sources: Mining WALPI project is provided below: companies' procurement/finance EXAMPLE: CIVIL WORKS departments, tailored analysis manufacturing/ ForeignLoa t' services provided company poie locally providin service 2 1 7.3% 0.2% 0.7% Number of 4 1 5 companies in red 91.1% 0.0% 0.5% % is percentage of total procurement spend Foreign importer Local importer No manufacturing/ services provided locally No local participation Full local participation A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 35 Ln .27. WHAT IS THE CAPACITY OF CURRENT AND POTENTIAL LOCAL SUPPLIERS TO THE MINES IN RELATION TO POTENTIAL 'E OPPORTUNITY AREAS? Possible Information There is very limited formal manufacturing capability in Liberia, in particular by majority Liberian-owned o sources: Statistics/ businesses, although some capacity exists in metal work, building materials, and plastics; pre-conflict there 0 surveys of capacity was a wider range offactories, including agri-processing. on utilisation levels, Greater capacity exists in civil works and construction; however, equipment is often olderthan what is chambersof commerce/ provided by foreign firms supplier development Some parts ofthe services industry, such as security have some capacity associations, business Most suppliers are small businesses, and therefore have limited scale; historically many suppliers have support and market found it challengingto collaborateto meet requirements of larger contracts - linkage entities, supplier rn assessment tools Possible Information Quality, health, safety and environmental compliance sou rces: I n put fro m Financing - equipment mines and suppliers/ Affordable and reliable power associations, studies, Affordable expansion and working capital Ease of Doing Business Affordable access to inputs reports Competition for limited available pooi of skilled local managers Logistics and transport to reach the mines. 6 Aprciflgou oecesnd n lchalningocollabrteto W es t r ieetsoaagr otat m assssmentool a ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ .. 8.... WHAT AR TH.DNIIDCALNE.NDCNTANST.NRAIG OA ORIGI OETA Eas of DoainglBuies nraigmnn oa poueeti etArc Demand categorisation used in the WALPI project This categorisation was used to aggregate procurement data across mining companies in order to inform selection of opportunities. (see Appendix 7 for full results and methodology Group 1: Plant & equipment, Group 2: Group 3: construction and core services Consumables Non-core products and services - Geological and exploration services Exploration consumables Site related services * Geological equipment and supplies Explosives and accessories - Catering - Analysis and testing Process consumables: chemicals, - Other camp management - Supply chain services reagents, grinding media, etc. (integrated, cleaning, security) - Transport and logistics - Lime - Onsitetransportation - Freight forwarding/customs - Causticsoda - Officespaceconstruction/rentaI clearance - Cyanide - Accommodation/hospitality - Purchasing/sourcing/contract - Activated carbon Corporate/administrative services or inventory management - Grinding media - Travel/liaison transport - Environmental services - Crucibles - Legal/regulatory services - Feasibility, design and engineering Fuel and lubricants - Professional services - Construction, and related materials and - Fuel (accounting/tax/consulting) services - Lubricants and greases - Banking and financial services - EPC Tyres - IT services - Civil works Non mining equipment replacement - PR/marketing - Steel products and steel structures parts and tools - Insurance construction Wear parts and ground engagement - Community - Installation and commissioning tools - Administrative services of equipment Electricity (courier etc.) - Cement Water services Personnel related services - Mine supports (including general waste management) - Education and training - Other construction materials Telecommunications - Healthcare, safety, counselling - Contract mining - HR,labour brokerage - Equipment & plant maintenance General maintenance & repair & repair Safety and protective equipment - Equipment rental - Overalls, gloves, workwear - Drilling equipment and services - Helmets, boots, other - Drilling equipment Office supplies and equipment - Drilling contracting - Tequipment - Plant and equipment- mining/general - Furniture - Excavation and loading equipment - Software - Materials handling equipment Camp/site supplies - Crushing, screening, grinding - Medical equipment and supplies equipment - Othercamp supplies - Processing equipment Food and beverages - Heavy transport equipment - Auxiliary equipment: ventilation, pumps, fueling systems, geotextile, piping, light vehicles, etc. - Light vehicles - Plastic products, piping - Electronic equipment and supplies * Electrical equipment and supplies gSpare parts for mining equipment A practical guide to increasing mining ocal procurement in West Africa 37 4. Answering the strategic questions / Once the above information has been gathered, the following strategic questions need to be answered. o To complete this electronically, please download the Workbook 0 on 1. HOW DO STAKEHOLDERS' OBJECTIVES SHAPE LOCAL PROCUREMENT OPPORTUNITIES? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project The socio-economic objectives and sectoral priorities of a country are a key starting point for determining opportunities. For example, - a focus on job creation would likely favour labour intensive sectors and/or opportunities with high labour-absorption potential due to rn scale. Other objectives such as SME development, increasing the number of women-owned businesses, developing technology-driven sectors or promoting exports, would all impact prioritisation of opportunities in different ways. Note that these objectives also play a key role in determining the overall approach to local procurement (Module 1) and definitions (Module 2) which in turn also impact the most 0 appropriate opportunities to select. Whilst regional integration may be an overall objective, in practice few countries have included regional supply opportunities as a priority focus a Ithoug the WAEMU agreement commits members to "national treatment" of firms from the region. There is often more political impetus to support local suppliers than regional suppliers. In addition, given the more advanced nature of the mine supply industry in Ghana, many feel that suppliers from that country will gain disproportionately from a regional approach to opportunities. When evaluating these options, considering the potential for clustering to provide complete solutions within the region will give a more accurate picture of potential benefits than just considerering the first-level contracts. This is particularly true in cases where the scale required for viable production is larger than the market of any one mining country in the region. Regional trade, investment, and mining forums, including those organised by WAEMU, ECOWAS and the Regional Association of Chambers of Mines, present a mechanism for identification of regional opportunities. Mining companies also often have clear ideas on the products and services that make most sense to source locally There are frequently a number of products and services where local sourcing would benefit the mines commercially (e.g. by reducing logistics cost, increasing security of supply) or in terms of social license to operate (e.g. opportunities that could be met within affected communities). Mines will also have particular views on which products and services are most likelyto be successfully provided by local companies, based on their experiences with existing suppliers. Their priorities for local supply may also be constrained by their regional or global policies around which product/service categories can be procured through local management. 2. WHICH PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ARE LIKELY TO HAVE SUITABLE DEMAND TO JUSTIFY LOCAL SUPPLY? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Typically the products and services that offer the best opportunities demonstrate one or more ofthe following characteristics of demand: * The volume and value required across the mines is significant. These products and services do not necessarily need to be the largest purchases by the mines but they must at least have a sufficient scale tojustify capital investment for a few local suppliers. * Demand is consistent. Products and services that are consistently required are more likelyto provide a sustainable market for local suppliers. Products or services that are only needed during exploration or construction may not provide a sustainable opportunity for local businesses unless a country is expected to have a longtime horizon of continued exploration and mine development. A clear demand for at least five years is preferable. As such, it is beneficial to establish demand across mines both now and in future based on estimates of future development of the sector * There are often wider markets available (outside mining). These could include construction, oil and gas, agriculture, ortourism. Multiple buyers are likelytoyield more sustainable opportunities for suppliers. It is also important to considerthe wider (West African) regional market, in particular in cases where the scale required for viable product is largerthan the market of any one mining country in the region. 3. IN WHICH PRODUCT/SERVICE CATEGORIES IS THERE SUITABLE LOCAL SUPPLY CAPACITY? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project The first consideration is the level of local supply for each product/service category See Module 2 (Defining local procurement and estimating the baseline) for some specific ideas on measuring existing local supply In the areas where local suppliers are already present, it is important to understand current capacity, e.g whether the necessary price, scale, quality, and reliability exist currently If there are gaps in supplier capabilities, it is important to make an initial assessment of whether capacity can realistically be expanded, and how long this would take. The expected timeframes will impact the point at which these opportunities could be realised, as well as targeted growth rates. See also Module 4: Enabling suppliers to compete. It is also important to ensure that there are multiple suitable local suppliers of a product or service in order to avoid inadvertently encouraging monopolistic practices and price escalation. There are some examples in West Africa and elsewhere where prioritisation/ preference has led to anti-competitive practices where there are only one or two local suppliers. 38 | A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 4. HOW ARE OPPORTUNITIES CONSTRAINED BY THE OPERATING ENVIRONMENT? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Constraints in the operating environment may impact on different opportunities to different degrees e.g. unreliable or high cost power is likelyto constrain manufacturing most severely It is important to make an initial assessment of whether these operating environment constraints can realistically be addressed. See also Module 4: Enabling suppliers to compete. The expected timeframes for addressing these issues will impact the point at which these opportunities could be realised. 5. WHAT ARE THE PRIORITY OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SHORT, MEDIUM AND LONG-TERM? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Once the previous four questions have been answered, a number of high opportunity products and services are likely to emerge. These questions may interact with each other to reveal overall conclusions. For example, demand analysis will result in certain products/ services being proposed (e.g. with significant demand and wider markets). These will then be examined in terms of supplier capacity which may refine the nature of the opportunity, requiring additional demand analysis. Similarly, a review of supplier capacity may uncover new opportunities that were not considered as stakeholders' priorities or arose from the demand analysis. It is important to be realistic in terms of the time frames for achieving certain opportunities. Short term opportunities are only likelyto be realistic where there is existing suitable local supplier capacity; areas requiring significant capacity upgrading are more likely to be medium-term; areas requiring significant changes in the operating environment are more likelyto be longer-term unless innovative solutions can be fou nd that fast-track improvements. 6. WHAT PROCESS WILL WORK BEST TO IDENTIFY THESE OPPORTUNITIES, INITIALLY AND ON AN ONGOING BASIS? WHO NEEDS TO BE INVOLVED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Experience has shown that the most effective mechanism for identifying opportunities is a combination of stakeholder consultation and rigorous analysis. Collaborative processes which have strong involvement from mining companies as well as the supplier industry are likelyto yield the most realistic opportunities, and result in increased local procurement by mining companies. Working sessions with a core team of mining procurement officials can be an effective first step, because they can openly share information on requirements, thoughts on opportunities and initial criteria for prioritisation. The outputs of these small brainstorming sessions can form the basis for wider consultations and testing. Policy makers and officials, regulators, statistics bodies and donors may also have useful input and access to data or prior research. When this input is combined, opportunities that individual stakeholders may have failed to identify quickly come to the surface. These processes are often led by: * ChambersofMines * Market linkages support entities in the public or civil society sectors * Mining regulators (ifthey have sufficient capacity around mining demand and supply issues) Opportunity identification processes often build in a review process to take into account both changing demand and supply capabilities e.g. a review every one or two years. Process example: Opportunity identification process followed during WALPI project in Liberia and Burkina Faso. 1. Initial understanding, measurement and categorisation of overall demand: gathering data from a number of representative mining companies on their current spend based on their accounting, vendor and invoicing systems. This data, which was kept confidential at a disaggregate level, was consolidated bythe project team into demand across mines by standardised demand category 2. Workshops with mines' procurement officials to brainstorm local procurement opportunities: the result of the demand analysis in the previous step was presented as background and to support the brainstorming exercise. 3. Consolidated data from the mining companies was extrapolated and scenarios used to estimate future demand levels. 4. Wider workshops were held including mines, suppliers and other stakeholders to help understand: * Drivers of demand e.g. ore moved, number of employees * Typical cost ranges and order volumes * Requirements * Challenges in supplying the mines for this product/service NOTE: This exercise was not definitive or complete, but supported the initial steps for opportunity prioritisation by local stakeholders. Some of the lessons learned include: * Gathering of data from mines can be time consuming and relies on the goodwill and availability of mines'procurement officials * Sitting with mine officials and accessing direct reports from their accounting or vendor systems seems to be the most efficient approach, rather than sending out spreadsheets or surveys for completion by officials * Mines may be less likely to share local procurement opportunities if these discussions or consultations take place in the context where they expect targets to beset based on these opportunities There are three tools offered bythis guide to assist in this area: - Excel template for analysis of mining company demand by categories (Appendix 6) * Initial assessment of demand for Liberia and Burkina Faso (Appendix 7) * Opportunity brainstorming workshop -example agenda and brainstorming too (Appendix 8) A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 39 How do we ensure full, fair, and reasonabe access to opportunities? What capacities do suppliersneed to develop in order to compete? How can we support suppliers to develop those capacities and create a more competitive operating env ronment? In order for local supply to increase significantly, many changes are needed so that local suppliers can compete, including: behaviours, procedures, systems, capacities, infrastructure, and support measures. Mines, suppliers, and support organisations a have a role to play to overcome the obstacles to competitiveness. EnablinMine-Supupliers tracoet 1. Ke* Inforatio on demand r *eaius Inorato onauppiercapcit *MJinre-Soplving andtinoactions M INES : d/df o/utspooasSUPPLIERS Q * 6 * Payment 1. Which interactions between mines and suppliers need to be improved so that local suppliers can compete? 2. What changes to behaviours, systems and capabilities are needed to achieve each of these improvements? 3. Who should be responsible for making these changes? If additional resources are needed, how can they be secured? Wider Operating Environment 4. What are the highest priority operating environment issues to resolve so that suppliers can compete? 5. What solutions for each of these issues are likely to be most effective given the context? 6. For each of these issues, who should lead: - Development of solutions - Testing/prototyping - Implementation 7. Who else needs to be involved? 8. If additional resources are needed for implementation, who might provide these? 6.i oruleachroftesressures wo hlou lnsead: bv taei uetos ysaigitentoaxeine -Scto Imleenato SEE ALSO: Module 1: Approach Understanding the socio-economic priorities and the overall nature of the opportunity Module 3: Identifying opportunities Understanding constraints in relation to priority Module 6: Mining Local Procurement Plans Capturing targets and support commitments from mines A------ prcia gud to inceain miin loca prcuemn in Wes Afic 41 2. Learning from international experience E 0 Countries have followed very different approaches to enabling suppliersto compete, relating to the level of sophistication U of local suppliers and the main challenges in the operating environment. Examples of activities include' * Changes to information sharing systems Repair/maintenance of machines * Development of supplier databases Access to product or process technologies * Market linkages services Access to financingfor improvements orworking capital . Supplier assessment Licensing of patented technology * Help with implementing health, safety, environmental, Provision of inputs and/or social conditions Financial planning assistance * Training of workers Help with finding export opportunities * Advance payment Help with organisation of production lines * Help with quality assurance Help with business strategy * Support for sourcing raw materials Creation of supplier parks to help deal with * Help with inventory control infrastructure issues * Lending/leasing of machines or equipment Alignment of enterprise support agency activities * Help with audits Below aretwo very different examples of initiatives. In Mozambique, the emphasis in mining has been on improving access to tender information and equipping suppliers to bid more easily and effectively In Chile, the focus has been on developing world class suppliers that can jointly solve core issues faced by mines'. Large-scale mining is relatively new in Mozambique, and mining areas In 1995,CORo (the Chilean Economic Development Agency) with are typically far from the core commercial area of Maputo. Potential support from the EU, implemented a programme in the Antofogasta suppliers are therefore not familiar with mine tendering processes, region, grantingfinanciaI support to large companies that were which often require relatively complex email or online submissions of preparedto participate in supplier development, requiring companies to quotes or bids. take responsibility forthe training and integration of suppliers. CORFO Mining companies such as Rio Tinto and VALE have therefore identified built on this programme to support a collaborative effort across mines, the following as priority areas of support: access totender information, involving ten large companies and two regional universities. They also knowledge of how to submit a compliant bid, and computer access to helped to identify gaps in the local supply base, and facilitated foreign submit the bids, as well as supplier diagnostics and capacity building. RioTinto's Tete Business Centre was established in 2012, with a focus on The Antofagasta Industry Association (AlA) established a Vendor procurement procedures and local business development. Its four key Qualification System and supplier database - SICEP - in 2001. This is preswou remen used by around 20 purchasing companies in the mining and oil & gas areas of work are: 1. Information dissemination and opportunities, financing options, industries, including international suppliers and primary contractors. pre-qualification processes, HSE requirements, procurement and The system has information on over 2,500 suppliers. In orderto qualify, tendering principles suppliers must register he evaluated, and certified for labour and social 2. Business diagnostics and pre-qualification, including bringing security compliance. They also receive trainingto improve their business in eteral pecalits t asesslocl bsineseson ualty,HSE operations. Suppliers pay fees (registration and annual maintenance) in external specialiststo assess local businesses on quality, HSE ofewnus20adS$0prspli. performance, and management 3. Training and mentoring on tender submission and good business In 2008, BHP Billiton started the World Class Supplier Development practices Programme, with other mining companiesjoining later It is coordinated 4. Facilities provision hy Eundaci6n Chile, a non-profit that supports technology transfer Rio Tinto and AgDevCo, as part of a multi-stakeholder group, have also innovation, and competitiveness across the Chilean economyThe been working on a direct supplier development programmeto support programme helps suppliersto reach the level wheretheycan offer the local sourcingof agricultural producefor consumption by RioTinto innovative solutions to challenges faced y mining companies in Chile. in Tete province. AgDevCowill help catering companiesto source local suppliers, provide financial and technical support, manage the projects, Mining companies identifyareas where solutions could assist and guarantee reliabilityof supplytothe mines and their primary operational efficiencyacross its operations, and identify local suppliers contractors. who havethe capacityto work on the prohlem. Each prioritised VALE's Supplier Development Programme is active in the mining challenge is advertised to suppliers. 2 to 3 local suppliers are then affected areas ofTete, Beira and Nacala. The programme has been rolled formed into a cluster to research the problem and pilot innovations, out in partnership with the CPI (Centro de Promocao de Investimentos), with technical support and sometimes expert external consultant providing diagnostic services and firm-specifictraining and professional training and linkages with local universities. guidance. The cost of projects can rangefrom uS$100,000to US$20m and have The complex bureaucracy in Mozambique has been recognised as a a typical project lifetime of 15-27 months from problem identification disincentive for firms to formally register and license their businesses, through to evaluation, Working with the government, BHP Billiton's which in turn is a constraintto supplying mines.This is an area that is investment in the programme during its first fouryears reached $50 likelytIto solve on a large scale, million, and for the financial year 2013/14, the budget isjust under $20 million. The programme directlyerploys 11 people full-time, with a further 71 part-time employees. A programme such as this requires a strong existing supply hase with a level oftechnical competency as well as a strong university and R&o support system. 42 iA practical guide to nncreasing mining local procurements pWest Africa IFC and Rio Tinto in Guinea - Increasing Local Impact in the Guinean Mining Sector9 The I FC and Rio Tinto, a multi nationalI mini ng company, are working together in Guinea to increase localI impact of the mining sector. The I FC has a 5% share holding in Rio Tinto's Simandou iron ore project, which, as of June 2013, was the largest potentialI private sector investment in Africa. The project lays out plans to build an iron ore mine, a port, and 700km of railway Combined, these three developments coulId completely transform the economy of the country and improve economic opportunities for many Guinean s-To ensure that mini ng-affected communities and other Guinea ns benefit from this project, the I FC started a pilot programme, Guinea Linkages, with Rio Tinto and Guinea Alumina Corporation. The I FC's Guinea Linkages programme works to reduce the gap between localI suppliers and mining companies through five main areas: 1. Improve local supplier capacity so they are able to meet the needs of mining companies and also assist in their ability to access financing 2-Train local trainers and consulting firms in the IFC Business Edge program so they can assist SMEs in developing their managerial skills and improve their businesses. Courses are offered in Human Resources, Marketing, Finance, Operations, and Personal Productivity Skills10 3. Develop the "Guinea Buy Local Program"with RioTinto to help them with their own local procurement policies and procedures 4. Collaborate with donors, governments, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to aid in the development of a local supply chain 5. Create a database of Guinean businesses that could supply mining companies As of December 2012, the results of this programme have been positive and include the following: *$9.1 million in riew rninrg sector contracts5 between local sppliers and mining comniies -700 jobs creaited in loal businesses due to t heir integrastion into the mining supply chain *IFC Busines Fdge prograrnme launched with Rio Tinto and Guinea Alumina Corporation- 860 people received trairlirig in various mnanagernent areas *100 localI SMFs trained by the IFC in mnarketing, heailLh arid safety, arid financia1 mn nagernent -100 Iocal SMTs trained in how to develup a business plan and access finanrce through a prograrnne by the IFC and an TfiliaLe ofBNP Paribas, a nultinatiorial bank A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 43 3. Gathering required information / E o Some key information is needed to answer the strategic questions. This is likely to require gathering information from U multiple sources. The table below sets out information questions and provides an illustrative country example based on work carried out during the WALPI project. To complete this electronically, please download the Workbook , Example answers from WALPI pilot countr : Liberia C Note: This is part populated based on information available at this stage o1. WHAT ARE THE EXISTING PRACTICES FOR EACH TYPE OF INTERACTION BETWEEN MINES AND SUPPLIERS? 04WHICH ARE CONSIDERED THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES? Including: There is no independent information available on the exact Form, frequency and performance relative to expected level of: practices followed by mines and suppliers in Liberia. However * Information on demand & requirements numerous challenges have been anecdotally identified. Information on supplier capacity Some potential suppliers have raised concernsthat some mines * Joint problem-solving and innovation vendor registration and tendering processes are not sufficiently *Requests for information/quotes/proposals M eussfrifrainqoe/rpsl transparent or accessible, and that they seldom receive feedback on o *Bid/quote submission *whytheir bids were unsuccessful. Mines follow different approaches *PFedck to quotation and bid notification (across mines and within mines *Productsriedlvr for different categories of procurement), ranging from inviting *existing suppliers, invitationsto registered vendors, closed callsfor Potential information sources: Mines' procurement and finance quotations, pre-qualification processes, and open tenders (locally offices,Tsuppliers associations and surveys of suppliers and/or internationally). Suppliers do not always have regular access to email to check bid notices or submit applications. Mines are increasingly usingthe Building Markets initiativeto understand available supplier capacity There is little evidence ofjoint innovation or problem-solving between mines and local suppliers, with afew exceptions such as security services. Mines have raised concerns about reliability of supply from some local suppliers, in terms of meeting agreed quality and time specifications. Including: Many mines in Liberia receive instructions from their head office Mines: aboutwhich typesof procurement will take place locallyvs. regionally - Policies and procedures relating to vendor registration, and through headquarters, whether based on demand categories or procurement and order fulfilment, invoicing and payment spend thresholds. - IT and technology systems e.g. vendor databases, The larger mining companies are using ERP systems such as SAPto undrsandavilalesuplir cpait There is managetheir procurement and vendor systems in an integrated way - Communication and marketing systems e.g. web, SMS, Other mines have more manual systems, such as Excel, and may not newspaper, noticeboardshave raiedmoner aout riiit o spply roso Suppliers: internal policies and procedures i c mo ye ard i and aes Potential information sources: Mines'headquarters, procurement y p pp and inace ffies,suplies asocitios, usiessproessSome contracts will be advertised in newspapers or trade an fiaceies, pliers assoatigovndor buiegstratoespbiainn,alyo nentoal mapping exercises, supplier assesment tool (see Appendix 9)pay Research showsthat lessthan onethird of Liberian businesses use the internetfor business purposes everyday and only half have an email address. More widely concerns have been raised about corrupt and collusive practices between procurement officials and some suppliers, and between groups of suppliers in terms of escalating prices. 3.W O R TH PEPL REPNIL FO EAC SYTMPRCDR WIHI MIIN CO PA IESADSPLES Potential information sources: Mine websites and contact lists, Note: This section would include identification of individuals/specific supplier databases designations in each organisation Different mines' procurement and financial systems may be managed by personnel on mine sites, in countryoffices (mostly in Monrovia), or in regional or global head offices. Decisions on changing where procurement takes place are likelyto require head office approval. Some procurement managers only spend a portion of theirtime in Liberia astheyare also responsible for other geographies. The majority of local suppliers are small businesses, and therefore have limited scope for specialist roles- owner-managers are often responsible for decision-ma king; however, some have dedicated marketing orfinance staff 44 pA practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 4. WHAT ISSUES HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED IN THE OPERATING ENVIRONMENT THAT CONSTRAIN COMPETITIVENESS? Including: OVERALL LIBERIA DOING BUSINESS RANKINGS (2015):174 * Business registration issues * Business operation issues TOTAL: 189 countries * Issues particular to the requirements of mine suppliers Starting business * Specific issues in priority opportunity product/service categories Resolving 3) Dealing with Insolvency Construction Potential information sources: Private sector and SME (169) Permits (143) development strategies, Ease of Doing Business reports (see https://www.wbginvestmentclimate.org/), WEF Enforcing Getting Global Competitiveness sub-indices, supplier surveys Contracts (174) Electricity (166) Trading Across Registering Borders (149) Property (177) Payin Getting Taxes (77 Protecting Credit (160) Minority Investors (181) Examples: Electricity: Most of Liberia does not have reliable grid power, and relies on expensive generators, resulting in power costs that can be around four times the global average. Credit and funding: The requirement for at least 150% collateral makes credit unattainable for many businesses. Interest rates for local companies can be in excess of 25%; however, foreign companies that access credit internationally receive significantly lower interest rates. The private equity market is very underdeveloped (with some developmental funds) but many small businesses are not interested in relinquishing operational control. 5. WHICH LOCAL SUPPLIERS DO ALREADY OR COULD SUPPLY THE MINES? WHAT ARE THEIR COMPETENCIES AND MAIN CHALLENGES TO INCREASING COMPETITIVENESS? Potential information sources: Mines'vendor lists or databases, As part ofthe WALPI project, around 600 locally registered centralised supplier databases, market linkages support entities, businesses have been identified that already supplythe mines. business registers Stronger local suppliers demonstrate competency in service delivery, preparing quotes and creative problem solving. Businesses interested in supplying mines have noted challenges such as: * Affordable and reliable power * Affordable expansion and working capital * Affordable access to inputs * Available pool of skilled local managers * Logistics and transport to reach the mines 6. WHICH INSTITUTIONS HAVE RESPONSIBILITIES THAT RELATE TO THESE CHALLENGES? WHAT RELEVANT INITIATIVES ARE ALREADY UNDERWAY, AND WHAT IS THEIR SCOPE? WHAT OTHER IDEAS FOR SOLUTIONS TO THESE ISSUES HAVE BEEN RAISED OR ARE BEING TESTED? Including: Examples: * Stated mandate Electricity: Some locations are supplied bythe Liberian Electricity * Actual role in practice Corporation (public entity with Board representation from MLME), * Institutional capacity but there is also a lot of self-provision by companies. The National Possible information sources: Institutional mapping exercises, Electrification Master Plan has a long-term plan to increase Central government registry, individual line ministry and state electrification across the country with funding from various agencies/their websites, reports on the investment climate, donor agencies. operating environment and private sector development Credit and funding: Banks are responsible for developing business finance products. Collateral rules are set byforeign banks' headquarters and influenced by perceived risk associated with post conflict status, etc. Donors and non-profits are also providing business micro-finance. 3FP (a Building Markets programme) and IFC are working with various stakeholders to improve affordable accessto business finance for suppliers- both working capital and equipment financing- by providing guarantees, advocating for regulatory change around equipment leasing, and supporting development of new businessfinance products. A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 45 4. Answering the strategic questions / E 0 Once the above information has been gathered, the following strategic questions need to be answered. U To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook, %A Mine-supplier interactions o 1. WHICH INTERACTIONS BETWEEN MINES AND SUPPLIERS NEED TO BE IMPROVED SO THAT LOCAL SUPPLIERS W CAN COMPETE? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project r_ The priority improvement areas mayvaryfor each country based on the context and the practices of the particular mines and suppliers active there. However, experiences in West Africa to date have often raised issues about: * Accessibility of mines'demand information and procurement processes to local suppliers, including feedback * Lack of up-to-date and accessible databases of potential suppliers * Reliability of local suppliers when delivering contracts o * Paymentterms * Reduction of corrupt practices 2. WHAT CHANGES TO BEHAVIOURS, SYSTEMS AND CAPABILITIES ARE NEEDED TO ACHIEVE EACH OF THESE IMPROVEMENTS? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project It is important that both mines and suppliers recognise their active roles in addressing issues, rather than a culture of blaming the other party for problems experienced. They also need to understand their respective limitations in terms of what they have the power or the capacity to change. Taking a "systems approach" may help both mines and suppliers see how their practices interact. Consideration can also be given to efforts to date by both mines and suppliers to address these issues, and lessons learned, e.g.: * What have mines already tried to do to increase the accessibility of their procurement? * What have suppliers already doneto improve their capacityto deliver to the necessary scale, time, quality and price? The table below provides consideration for some interactions. Interaction Considerations and experiences Demand Mines may not be able to share accurate long-term demand figures in earlier stages of development, because of information and commodity price fluctuations accessibility of Mines typically prioritise consolidation ofthe supply base in the interest of efficiencies rather than extending their procurement databases; whereas support entities and government would preferthat theyworked with more suppliers. processes Consolidated tender opportunity notices can help suppliers know where to find information. Experience has shown that email is not always used as a business tool by suppliers in West Africa; support may be needed to change this and, in the interim, SMS communication is a useful tool. Tender Information Centres where suppliers can access computers and submit bids can also be useful. Supplier Experience has shown that hiring a local citizen as the procurement manager/buying officer improves the mines' information and awareness of local supplier capacities. databases Building shared supplier databases has been shown to be a useful tool; however, care needs to be taken to regularly update information e.g. every six months. An online portal can be useful for mines. Implementing a shared supplier assesmenttool can also be useful (see box at the end of the section) Reliable delivery Placing obligations on primary contractors has helped to build the capacity of local suppliers in their supply chain, by suppliers and supportthem to meet delivery requirements. It can be useful to conduct joint product testing and R&D, support for certification and development of business processes and improvement to management and production systems. Some countries have instituted rating systems for suppliers, which help buyers to recognise and reward more reliable suppliers. Payment terms Some mining companies have implemented a policy of seven day payment to local suppliers to assist with cash flow; others assist with up-front payment or purchasing/ pre-financing of materials. Sometimes there are internal limitations within mines, especially in the development phase when mines rely on head office cash transfers for operating budgets. Reduction of Independent supplier verification and screening can assist to identify potential exposure and risks relating to corrupt practices company ownership. Decision-making procedures can also be amended to include review processes, rotation of officials and separation of negotiator and contracting roles. Increasing transparency of contract information, including to civil society, can assist with building independent "watchdog" functions. 46 | A practical guideto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa Wider operating environment 3. WHO SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING THESE CHANGES? IF ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ARE NEEDED, HOW CAN THEY BE SECURED? Considerations, indluding experience from the WALPI project Iin m ines, typicalIly there will need to be a day-to-day cha mpion withi n the procu rement manragement tea m, who ca n alIso advocate for changes in other departments where required e.g. finance. Experience shows that the chances of successfully making changes and maintaining new systems are improved if there is buy-in from the senior leadership in the company e.g. country director or global MD. Suppliers will be able to make some changes internally, in other cases there made need to be additional support provided e.g. around management capabilities and good business practices, improvement of production processes, standards compliance and certification. Various support agencies may need to be involved. Experience has shown that support programmes tend to be more eifective where suppliers make some contribution to the cost of the support. Chambers of Mines, as well as supplier associations and support entities, can play a useful role in building common platforms such as databases and information portals. In some countries, the capacity of support organisations is weak, including public enterprise development agencies, technical standards and certification bodies, industry associations / chambers of commerce, and private business development service providers. Capacity building may be required so that these organisations can effectively meet the needs of mining suppliers, which may be more complex than those of their other clients. Where the scale of need does not justify building specialist local institutions, or where this will take too ong, it may be more effective to draw in regional or international institutions. (See also Module 7) 4. WHAT ARE THE HIGHEST PRIORITY OPERATING ENVIRONMENT ISSUES TO RESOLVE SO THAT SUPPLIERS CAN COMPETE? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Identifying the priority issues may need to consider both how critical these issues are, as well as the extent to which they can be iinflIuenced. Operati ng envi ronment chalIlenges often relate not just to m in ing su ppliers but ma ny other busi nesses a nd even the society overall. Approaches are therefore often shaped by many other factors, with the needs of mining suppliers not always being a priority. Ideally, there should be an iterative relationship between these decisions and identifying opportunity in the medium vs. long-term. As more is learned a bout the pace of possi ble chanrge, opportu nities may sh ift i nto d ifferent ti me horizons. 5. WHAT SOLUTIONS FOR EACH OF THESE ISSUES ARE LIKELY TO BE MOST EFFECTIVE GIVEN THE CONTEXT? Considerations, indluding experience from the WALPI project PotentialI sol ution s may emerge from: *Isolated or small-scale initiatives that have not yet been scaled u p *Initiatives in other sectors *Sol utions tried in other locations i n the region or i ntemnationalIly *Bottom-u p i nnovations by those involved who has strong motivation to solve the problem *Sol utions that have been proposed by resea rchers (whether academ ics, pu blic resea rch institutions or private thi nk-ta nks) that have not yet been tested *Des,ign a nd in novation professionalIs a nd consulIta ncies, in pa rticu la r those that specia lise i n la rge-sca le systems cha nges When evaluating which of these solutions might work in the particular context, consideration should be given to similarities and differences in factors such as: *Scale and nature of the problem *Legal and regulatory environment *Human, financial and institutional resources available *Dynamics between the role players that wil need to be involved e.g. extent of shared vision or common understanding of the problem Example solutions relating to electricity: Example solutions relating to credit: TapAn pracica guidet todi increasingo mining locala procuremen inuWsthfriae4 41 6. FOR EACH OF THESE ISSUES, WHO SHOULD LEAD: DEVELOPMENT OF SOLUTIONS, TESTING/PROTOTYPING, E IMPLEMENTATION? E 0 o Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project %A In many countries there is a forum with a mandate to improve performance on "doing business" and competitiveness indicators. This is .often a multi-stakeholder task team led by the investment authority, commerce ministry or in some cases a task team or working group within the Presidency. If such a forum exists, it could be a good place to raise the specific issues experienced by mining suppliers. A separate process might be needed if such a structure does not exist or is ineffective, or if the needs of mining suppliers are very -A different from those in the rest of the economy. 0 Ideally, the development of a solution should involve the entity responsible for final rollout, but this may not always be possible if that Wo entity is resistant to change. In these cases, it may be necessary for those who are affected to take a lead in finding solutions, ideally with backing from support entities. . Testing and prototyping can be a key step in trying out new solutions without incurring massive costs or having to change the whole ai system at the same time. Ideally, the testing or prototyping can involve the entity responsible for final rollout. However, where the agency responsible for the issue does not buy into finding a solution, it may be necessary to test the new solution out through another mechanism e.g. a short-term project with separate funding, which may either reduce the perceived risks, or help to mobilise political will " for the change. 0 The decision of who should lead implementation relates to the fit with mandates as well as operational capacity. It may also relateto the nature of the change required and who has influence over these, e.g. does it require changes to legislation or regulation, changes to procedures and practices, or investments in infrastructure, systems and/or people? Typically the first option is to start with existing institutions that are based - or are active - in the country. Secondary consideration may be given to either partnering with international institutions or creating new institutions/agencies. Creation of new institutions is generally a long-term and expensive exercise, often with concerns about sustainability of these organisations and challenges of marketing them so that potential beneficiaries are aware of what they offer, and it is therefore often a last resort. (See also Module 7) r7. WHO ELSE NEEDS TO BE INVOLVED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project A problem-solving process is often greatly enhanced by including a diverse range of people with different experiences and ways of thinking, including technical experts, practitioners, those who experience the problem on a daily basis, as well as people from unrelated fields who may bring fresh perspectives. It may also be helpful to involve experienced facilitators who can ensure that the design process takes into account user needs and yields a workable solution. Experts that can analyse the economic or commercial feasibility of solutions will also need to help screen solutions, Other role players and stakeholders that may need to be involved or consulted could include related line ministries, potential funders, and support agencies, whilst taking care to avoid the outcomes being shaped by vested interests. It may also be helpful to have a multi-stakeholder group that can regularly assess performance in identified problem areas. (See Module 8) 8. IF ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ARE NEEDED FOR IMPLEMENTATION, WHO MIGHT PROVIDE THESE? Considerations, indluding experience from the WAILIPI project In some cases, implementation may be funded through organisations'existing budget allocations e.g. where existing services are adjusted or re-oriented. In other cases, additional resources may be required for implementation. Experiences in West Africa show that there is often funding available if one knows how to navigate through funding processes. It may be helpful to develop a matrix of available funders -whether national funds, international donors, foundations, or corporate investors -as well as what types of areas they support, and their funding and reporting processes. Types of funding and resources required (whether cash or in kind contributions) may include: *ProfessionalI fees for: - Facilitation of idea generation - Feasibility studies and related analysis 48 ll | depacelguieto- increasing trining, oclnpocren in Weta rica WALPI Supplier Assessment lool As parCt o he WAL PI project, a supplier a1ssessmnrt txol has been developed that can be used by supplier registratLion and support eritibes, See Appendix 9. ; This tool consolidaites the questioris typically asked by rninrg cornparies as parCt o heir initial supplier registration and vendor qualification proxesses. These questions help to identify compliance gaps and therefore inornm support priorities. The table below provides an overview of the struacture of the tool, which is in Excel formaL. Category Response Unit Supporting Documents Assessor notes Contact Information Core Prod ucts/Services Core Company Information Quality Financial Stability Human Resources Health, Safety, & Environment Political Risk/ Governance/ Corruption/ Human Rights Past Work with Mines and Future Potential Client Interactions and Transactions Support A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 49 t ip . -... ... .. Do we needmn policy, law,o If so, wa h policy vs. guid'E notes? *~. ......... 6 Government policy, law, and regulation can be important tools to formalise and create clarity around an agreed local procurement approach. They can range from setting out overall principles in a sector-specific or more general local content policy to providing clear obligations and guidance on roles and responsibilities, definitions, and reporting. They can be voluntary guidelines or more prescriptive and can provide different incentives and enforcement mechanisms. They can also create the basis to secure resources for support. However, consideration needs to be given to administrative capacity, local business capacity, overall socio-economic objectives, and potential impact on the investment climate, as well as other legal and international obligations. Moul 5 S - - I 1T What are the priority changes/additions to policy, law and associated schedules, regulation, guidelines and practice notes? 2 If customs instruments (e.g. mining lists) are already in place or are being considered, how can these be aligned -to optimally support local suppliers? 2. Process/timings 3. How should these changes be sequenced and what are the likely lead times? 4. What legacy issues from existing agreements will remain for the longer term, and how can these best be dealt with? 5. If additional resources are needed to amend or develop legal documents, how could these be secured? 3. Roles 6. In each case, who can lead the process of developing and amending the necessary policy, legislation, regulation etc.? 7. Who else needs to be involved and consulted? SEE ALSO: Module 1: Approach Module I raises a number of key strategic questions that need to be answered in order to decide on a local procurement approach, including howto encourage behaviour from all role players that leads to increased employment, diversification, and spillovers to the local economy. As part of these considerations, Module 1 discusses where and how policy, law and regulation can be appropriate tools forthe approach depending on the level of formality and scope, as well as key considerations governments may need to take into account. Module 2: Definitions Formalising the definitions Module 4: Enabling suppliers to compete Operating environment and doing business reforms Module 7: Coordinating implementation and building institutional capacity .0 2. Learning from international experience Recent research by the McKinsey Institute has shown that most resource-intensive economies in the world have local procurement legislation and regulation. As shown in the figure below, it is a mix of 'hard'and 'soft' regulation12. PERCENTAGE OF COUNTRIES WITH DIFFERENT REGULATIONS Numberof o resource-driven Hard regulation Soft regulation countries 41 a Mining countries 93 15 E Oil and gas countries s3 18 Both mining and oil and gas countries 93 54 Total 91 87 0 -1 mA This research found that countries such as Angola, Brazil, Indonesia, and Nigeria have "hard" regulations with specified quotas and targets, as well as requirements for international entities operating in countryto set up a local subsidiary. Mozambique, Australia, and Mexico have "soft" regulations, where targets are not obligatory. Chile, Canada, Lithuania, and 0 Norway have no local content regulations; Chile and Norway used to, but they achieved their objectives and were ableto phase them out. In its research, McKinseyfound four gaps in local content regulation across all the countries it studied: 1. Requirements seldom customised to sectors: Most of the requirements are generic and not adapted to the supply structure of different sectors. 2. "Value pools"of higher opportunity not targeted: Opportunities with the greatest potential are not always prioritised. In other cases, unrealistic targets have been set. 3. Time frames undefined: As an exception, Ghana has been clearer about phasing the approach to local content in oil and gas, with increases of 10% each year for locally-made or locally-provided goods and services. 4. Lack of supporting government institutions. More widely, it is important to note that there is limited empirical evidence to date on the achievement of desired outcomes of the different kinds of local content policy and regulatory measures. The type of regulation around local procurement in West Africa has evolved over time, from general principles captured in overall law to more prescriptive requirements, often captured in regulations or individual mining agreements. Based on WALPI experience, the main challenges that have been observed in terms of regulation are a lack of clear definitions (see Module 2), and a lack of implementation capacity for both oversight and supplier development. The following matrix is an overview of some of the countries highlighted throughout the Guide, capturing whether they have hard or soft regulation in line with McKinsey's definition, as well as indicating which aspects have been included in their policy, regulation, or legislation. Please note that not all of these local procurement legal mechanisms are working as expected, and their inclusion here should not be taken as an endorsement as best practice. Aspects included in policy, legislation, or regulation Mechanisms for fair access to Supplier Content opportunity e.g. development and Definition Hard or soft percentages required tender/ capacity building/ Reporting and included in Country regulation or targets bid processes training measurement legislation Mongolia Hard Kazakhstan Hard Brazil Hard Ghana Hard Nigeria Hard Trinidad and Tobago Soft Mozambique Soft Sierra Leone Soft South Africa Hard Angola Hard Timor-Leste Soft Madagascar Soft Chile None (previously soft) 52 | A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa Overtime, changes have occurred in the typical coverage of policy, legislation and regulation. Initially, few policies included supplier development and capacity building activities, but now almost halfthe countries mentioned include it to some extent. Many countries have also historically used customs exemptions as part of their mining code and convention incentives to mining investors. Increasingly, countries are seeking to align these mechanisms with their local procurement efforts. The use of customs instruments in relation to mining local procurement in West Africa Most countries in West Africa provide special customs exemptions to mining companies as away toe ecourage mining investment. Customs exemptions are generalIly provided under certain conditions and to certain products that may be defined in a predetermined list (often referred to as "mining list") available centrally or in mining/concession agreements. Mining lists and customs treatment of inputs are primarily used as tools of investment and FDI policy Only recently have countries started to change how they are being applied to ensure they support local procurement, for example, by removing exemptions where items are locally available and/or prioritised for local supply. Using customs instruments to encourage support for local procurement depends on two processes: the ordinary process by which tariff rates are set for A products, and the exemption scheme process. As most West African countries are members of the WAFMU customs union and/or ECOWAS (Which is in the process of establishing a customs union), the setting of the generally applicable tariff regime happens at the regional level. The mining exemption schemes are currently happening at the national leveL There is an attempt by WAEMU to "region aise" that process, i.e. developing the mining list at a regional level. Some examples of West African countries with mining lists are shown blowr highlighting the variety of approaches followed. Fu rLher detail on these and other countries, as welli as \AAMU tariff rates, is available in Appendix 10. F. the mining list Presentation Presented by HS Peetda ito ecie ral n N pcfcfra e nmnn andformat of chapters and podcre by the law Cod but ton that on mining list codes, including subcategoriand a iner y will efnthe conitos onfihing commentsn ca ter es and then by e men t an an approval mining list qulfcain n4frexratio phasen hud ofr tfrmwoke some specificis Presented as a list ofor and fomat of chaptes and products grouped by thlaCoebumnintatrgain mining ist coes, inluding subcategories andas"ln,mciey wlllfnthcodinsfiig comments and categories and then by eupetad adapoa fiiglss some secific phase (totaling 185 items acsois qualificationsl4 for exploration phase and Described broadlyfon exploitation phase) - HS code not included Existence of Possible, in case No No Y specific lists for of depaNrture from individual mines central list in individual mines' conventions Other possible Lgst can be No Not specified Not applicable departure from modified by central list simple request and approval by the Director of Mines A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 53 Niger Mali Ghana Guinea Date of 2006-2007 1998 Reviewed in 2004 Mining list provisions established establishment Review mentioned in Under review as in new Mining Code of 2011 and review of the Mining Code/Model part of process of (Code amended in 2013) mining list Mining Convention but promoting local has not happened in procurement practice Removal of Not specified Some items in the mining 2012 mining law As per article 166 of Mining Code, products available list require consideration/ regulations [2(10) any equipment, material, machine, nationally research of local availability and (11)] allows raw material, or consumable may before importation for Commission not be included in mining list if an to develop a "local equivalent Guinean-made item procurement list"to can be found and is available on be reviewed annually, commercial terms that are at least and payment of full equal to that to be imported. duties if a mine does not source locally those items on the local procurement list; however, does not specify removal from list Removal of Automatic: Not specified Not specified Not specified products available per paragraph regionally 22.3.4.(5) of model mining convention, no exemption for items in mining list that are produced within WAEMU at similar conditions of price, quality etc. 54 A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 3. Gathering required information /9 Some key information is needed to answer the strategic questions. This is likely to require gathering information from multiple sources. The table below sets out information questions and provides an illustrative country example based on work carried out during the WALPI project.To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook , Example answers from WALPI pilot country: Liberia ___ 1. WHAT ARE THE RELEVANT LEGAL DOCUMENTS? For example: Ministry of Lands, Mines & Energy Types of documents: Mineral Policyof 2010 * Policies - Current mining law-Mineral and Mining Lawof 2000: Local procurement in general was not captured * Strategies in the Act. Sections 160 and 161 brieflytouched the issue of local content in terms of local employment * Laws and associated - Vision is for "equitable and optimal exploitation of Liberia's mineral resources to underpin broad-based schedules sustainable growth and socio-economic development" * Individual mining - Callsforthe development ofthe "up-stream" linkages byestablishing mineral supplier (inputs) industries agreements * Rules and regulations * Decrees Model MDA and individual MDAs which when ratified become laws: * Procedures, guidance - The text of Section 12 ofthe Model MDA "Use of Liberian Goods and Services" includes: and practice notes When purchasing goods ond services related to Operations, the Company shall, ond shall cause its major * Regional and controctors to: international J) organise their procurement proctices to give meaningful opportunities to bidfor contracts to those agreements entitled to preference pursuont to clause rii) of this sentence, and (see fact boxes i) give preference to the maximum extent possible to materials ond goods produced in Liberia and services at end of section) provided by citizens of Liberia resident in Liberio or entities incorporated orformed in Liberia where citizens Typesof Liberia resident in Liberia re entitled to receive 60% or more of lprofitsfrom such entities, provided tht Mining ent such goods and services are at least comparable in quali terms, delivery service quantity and price to goods concessions and andservices obtainablefrom othersources. Subject to theforegoing, the Companyand its major contractors investments, ad myfreeycontract with anyPerson. The Companyshall report to the Minister within 6daysfollowing the industries tra cv endofeach Financial Yearon the extent to which the Companyndits majorcontractorsacquiredduring ienurecstansaey such year materials, goods and servicesfrom the preferred sources described in thefirst sentence of this Section revenue,customs,trade Some individual MDAs also include tariff arrangements and exemptions for mine imports (See Module 1, - More recent MDAs include requirements to submit Project Linkages Plans, and extend local procurement information obligations to "major contractors" Q7 for overview) Sub-section 9.2 of the Mineral Exploration Regulations includes similar local procurement provisions Ideally organise by to those in the model MDA responsible entity for Public Procurement & Concessions Commission the legal document, and 2007 margin of preference policy in place for public procurement with targets: add what is currently - In respect ofprocurement ofgoods, 15% margin ofpreferenceshallbeprovidedforgoods,ftisestablishedthat stated in the document localinput in theform ofraw materials, labourorplant constitutes a minimum of30%oftheEx-Worksprice. that is relevant to local - In respect ofprocurement of works, 10% margin ofpreference shall be providedfor works contracts. procurement. - In respect of procurement of services, a margin of prefrence shall be applied to consultancyor service contracts only when cost is afactor in the selection process in which case the provision of Sub-Regulation (3) of this Regulation shall apply e If and when a margin of preference is to be applied to procurement of services the Entity must: 1) confirm that cost is afactor in respect of the criteria for evaluation of services 2) a margin ofpreference has been stipulated in the bid document as applicable, 3) apply 30% during the evaluation of costs forfirms with a minimum of 30% of total man month input being Liberian nationals. Ministry of Finance: i Revenue Code: As amended by the Consolidated Tax Amendments Act of 2010, Section 1708 (b) has a special rule for mining or petroleum projects, allowing import duty exemptions for plant and equipment, intermediate inputs, and raw materials Customs regulation and procedures govern collection of customs duties and capturing of import ingormation Ministry of Commerce and Industry Regional and international agreements - ECOWAS e.g. Rules of Origin - Other bilateral trade and investment agreements National Investment Commission (NIr Investment Act of 2010 asserts the principle of "national treatment", therefore with respect to all laws, regulations, instructions and other acts having theforce of law in Liberiaforeign investments in Liberia shall be treated not less favorably that [sic similar domestic business organisation. However this is su bject to labour and immigration law provisions; and some d ifferences in treatment ao foreign investors in terms of the Revenue Code and reservation of some sectors to Liberian citizen-owned businesses are noted, as is the exclusion of public procurement A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 55 0o 2. WHAT ARE THE EXISTING LEGAL DEFINITIONS THAT NEED TO BE TAKEN INTO ACCOUNT? 41 M (INCLUDING SPECIFIED THRESHOLDS) on Possible information Constitutional definition of a Liberian citizen as of African descent sources: Central Liberian enterprise government law - More than 51% citizen ownership in margin of preference policy repositories and - At least 60% of profits goingto Liberian citizens resident in Liberia in model MDA websites; individual line Domestic business/ enterprise ministries; reports and In 2010 Investment Act: "Domestic business organisation" is U assessments of mining - a business organization in which the majorityof the shores ore held byo person who is, orpersons law within the country who ore citizens of Liberia oro partnership in which the partnership controlling interest is owned or by international by a person who is orpersons who ore citizens ofLiberia; agencies; local legal In 2007 "Policy on margin of preference", "Domestic business" is E experts. - a business owned byforeign nationals and registered under Liberian Law with less than 51% Liberian Se Mdue) ownership, or without Liberian ownership but operating in Liberia USee Module 2 Locally manufactured: margin of preference policy has an implied definition related to percentage of Smaterials locally sourced, along with other participation criteria 0 L- Possible information MDAs include "stability clauses" in terms of fiscal regime -25 years with 5 year periodic review. More -sources: Mining law and widely, Section 31 ofwthe model MDA allows for 5 year periodic reviewto consider any substantial changes in agreement repositories/ circumstances, as well as the option for either party to request good faith consultations between the parties *EITI website, local on "any matter affectingthe rights and obligations of the parties pursuant to this Agreement or any matter mining experts relatingto Operations", with any modifications havingto be by mutual written agreement, and only become effective once approved bythe President of the Republic. The model MDA also notes the applicability of other Liberian Laws (with exceptions in terms ofthe Revenue Code) and that obligations should be interpreted within the Liberian legal context. 4 . DOA AYEO THES TPCLAWS,MREGLAINS ANDRVA MINNGOGEENT MIND OASTAIYGRNDLEAHERCUSENS?A Possible information Typical timings: sources: Local policy Policies: more than 4years legal practitioners, Law amendments: 2 to 3oyears parliamentay records New law: more than 3 to 4years m eRegulations: 2 to 3 years Procedures, practice notes and guidelines: to 2 years Processes: Policy, law and regulation: Internal drafting within line ministries/by experts, national and county-level consultations, submission to Cabinet and legislature for adoption - Potential use of Law Reform Commission for drafting * Procedures, practice notes and guidelines: Internal drafting by officials within line departments 56 A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 5. WHAT CHANGES TO RELEVANT POLICY, LAW AND REGULATION ARE ALREADY PLANNED? WHAT ARE THE PLANNED TIMINGS FOR THESE CHANGES? * Proposed National Investment Commission (NIC) Local Content Policy (underway) * Draft revised mining law and planned regulations (MLME) (expected to befinalised in 2015) Draft wording as at November 2013: 161. Linkages and Local Content (1) The Minister acting together with other relevant Ministries, Government agencies and private sector organisations and enterprises must cause a strategy and action plan to be developed and implemented to increase linkages between mining operations and business enterprises in Liberia. (2) The Minister must ensure that lists ofgoods and services that have potential to be supplied by business enterprises in Liberia and lists of suppliers of goods and services that could be supplied or adaptedfor supply to mining operations are prepared and published. 3) The Minister may prescribe aframework for promoting, measuring and monitoring linkages and local content, including definitions and criteria for linkages, local content value added and Liberian participation in ownership and management of suppliers, steps to be taken to advance linkages and local content and guidelines for linkages and local content plan. (4) The holder of a large scale mineral mining licence must (a) prepare and implement a plan for linkages and local content, (b) in the conduct of mining operations including the purchase, construction and installation of facilities, givefullfair and reasonable access to opportunities, to the maximum extent possible consistent with safety, efficiency and economy to materials and products made in Liberia and to businesses located in Liberia and in particular to businesses that are owned and managed by Liberian citizens. (c) share information on procurement needs and help to identify and assess the viability of suitable products and services for local supply (d) collaborate with and assist potential local suppliers with technical support, product testing, advice on standards, preferential payment terms and supportfor access to finance. * Planned accession to the WTO (spearheaded by Ministry of Commerce & Industry) * Current review of the Constitution, including definition of a citizen (led by Constitution Review Committee) * Review of local content requirements for the oil and gas industry also underway As discussed above, when developing national local procurement policy, legislation and regulation, countries need to take into account their existing regional and international obligations. The boxes below provide further detail on relevant regional and WTO provisions. Relevant AU, WAEMU, and ECOWAS provisions A framework has been set bythe AU Mining Vision and Action Plan, in particularthe pillar on local content, and by regional organisations (WAFMIJ, FCOWAS). These address both local procurement (as part of the harmonisation of mining legislation) and areas re6evant to local procurement (trade, customs, competition law, investment, enterprise development, sectoral policies, infrastructure programs, etc.). WAFMU has been a customs union since 2000 and, as such, has a Common External Tariff (CET). FCOWAS has established a free trade area since the 1993 Treaty and has recently been making progress towards the adoption of a CET Therefore, when in pursuit of local procurement a Member country needs to take care not to impose tariffs or non-tariff barriers or otherwise impede the movement of a good originating from another Member state. Other areas of regional harmonisation include: - Regional competition law in WAEMU: the constitutive treaty comprises the core competition law interdictions of agreements and abuse of dominant position, which are further specified by regulations and directives (Fxample: regulation 02/2002/CM/UFMOA relating to anticompetitive practices, regulation 04/2002/CM/UFMOA relating to state aids within WAEMU, etc.). Note that due to centralised enforcement combined with institutional issues, effectiveness of the regional competition law is limited - Sectoral polices and harmonisation: maritime transport, agriculture, industry, telecommunications, energy, tax system, macroeconomic policy etc. - Regional infrastructure programs (example: WAFMU PFR) aiming to reduce friction in the flow of goods and services A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 1 57 WTO provisions and special treatment Note: all West African countries except Liberia" are members of the WTO tJ Reevant WTO agreements include: * Trade Related Investment Measures (TRIMs): This falls within the scope of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and applies to all WTO members, and therefore only applies to trade in goods -* General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS): WTO members indicate which sectors they commit to compliance with GATS"6 * Agreement on Government Procurement: This agreement is pluri-ateral and therefore only applies to countries that sign up to it There are a few aspects of the above that are of particular interest in relation to local procurement in the West African E w3 context: 0 GATT: * TRIMs Annexure F on Special and Differential Treatment of the Doha Work Programme Ministerial Document (2005). This special treatment is provided to developing countries (Nigeria, Mauritania, Ghana, C6te d'lvoire, and Cape Verde are designated Developing countries) and least developed countries (LDCs) (Benin, Burkina Faso, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea- - Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo are all designated LDCs). The specia treatment makes provision for: * An additional transition period for eliminating TRIMs in five years for developing countries and seven years for LDCs GJ has now lapsed 0 The Council for Trade in Goods may also extend this period for LDCs where the member is experiencing difficulties implementing the provision * Introduction of new measures that deviate from TRIMs obigations was limited to a period offiveyears, provided that these measures are eliminated by 2020. * Local procurement measures in some cases could be considered as'providing economic assistance'under Artice XVIII of GATT 199417 * The infant industry rationale, or declining industry argument, could apply to some industries * In fragile states, national security might be deemed a motivation for particular economic policies/regulations, e.g. Nigeria's local content policy in the oil and gas industry in mitigation of politica upheaval * Under the provisions of Article X1I, XVIII: B and the "Understanding of the Balance-of-Payments Provisions of the GATT 1994 a Member may apply import restrictionsfor balPrce-of payments reasons *The removal of special exemptions on tariffs for imports of certain goods and services by mining companies (e.g. mining lists) can be done without affecting international trade commitments as this simply returns a country's trade lawto its agreed levels of tariff protection GATS: *As this agreement only appkiesto a country's lodged sector commitments, there may be sectors re6evant to mining local procurement that are not covered byIthe agreement Public Procurement *No African country is a signatory to the Agreement on Public Procurement, ' and therefore, none are bound by its provisions *As government procurement is excluded from TRIMs requirements, those West African countries where mines are concessioned through government procurement may be excluded from compliance with TRIMs obligations such as national treatment (however, see Canadian and Indian cases below) Cases concerning TRIMs and public procurement Canada lost a court case in 2013 in relation to its local content requirements. The WTO (on 6 May 2013) confirmed that the local content requirements in the Canadian province of Ontario's feed-in tariff (FIT) programme for renewable energy were inconsistent with international trade ruIes.'5 India argued in a case brought against them that the local content clause in the Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM) is primarily aimed at promcting domestic manufacturing and is fully consistent with India's existing obligations under the WTO agreements. According to the Indian government, since the JNNSM is essentially procurement of solar power bythe government through a state-owned entitythere is no violation ofW\ATOobNigations." Note: At time of print, there have been no cases brought to the WTO in either the mining or oil and gas sectors. There is also recognition amongtrade scholars and practitioners that because oil, gas, and mining projects have potentially such extraordinary impact on the economy of the host countries, these sectors need extraordinary measures, in particular in Least Developed Countries. 58 1A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 4. Answering the strategic questions /1 Once the above information has been gathered, the following strategic questions need to be answered. To complete this electronically, please download the Workbook , 1. WHAT ARE THE PRIORITY CHANGES/ADDITIONS TO POLICY, LAW AND ASSOCIATED SCHEDULES, REGULATION, GUIDELINES, AND PRACTICE NOTES? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project * Changes could include amendments to existing, or development of new, legal documents * Currently there is no common approach to mining local procurement policy, legislation, and regulation across the region, which could guide changes; however, this may develop over time * Typically, it is more difficult to change or create new policy; regulations, guidelines and practice notes are generally easier to amend * Mining law reviews and development of local procurement regulations are taking place across a number of West African countries, including Liberia, Burkina Faso, and Ghana. As these legal frameworks are tested out over time, they may inform changes in other countries in the region * Changes may include both alignment to avoid contradictions or inconsistencies, as well as setting out the principles, definitions, approach, responsibilities, reporting obligations, etc. * Examples of changes covered are included in the table below, along with some considerations: Definitions Unclear or implied definitions have provided limited value; there have often been contradictory definitions which create uncertainty and lack of clarity. See Module 2 for further information. Some countries have chosen to include definitions in regulations or practice notes ratherthan in law. This provides greater flexibility and abilityto respond to changing circumstances and lessons learned. Scope or application Clarity on who the provisions applyto is important, e.g. stages of mining, other extractive industries, categories of mining licence. Access to This may include requirements for regular updating of vendor registrations, open tendering, advertising, opportunities and, in some cases, a central portal for procurement information and/or submissions. Care should be taken that provisions are workable for mining companies and suppliers, i.e. they do not introduce significant administrative burdens or delays. Approach to For example, equal treatment, margin of preference, or set asides. Phrases such as "to the maximum preference extent possible"and "being equal on price, quality, and reliability"are difficult to independently verify and therefore are of limited use. Percentage allocations for margins of preference are difficult to apply given the wide variation in types of goods and services, some of which are more commoditised, others having wide variations in pricing. Often this preference is required to "flow through"to primary contractors. Set asides may have unintended consequences resulting in uncompetitive practices and pricing by suppliers. Priority products/ Lists that have been developed in consultation with the mining industry and suppliers have been shown services for local to be more realistic and achievable. procurement It is likely that these lists will need to be updated either annually or every fewyears. Inclusion in core legislation is therefore not likelyto be appropriate. Inclusion in schedules or annexures to legislation, or guidance notes that can be more easily updated might therefore be more appropriate. Note: Care should be taken to align any mining list provisions to avoid a disincentive to source locally Objectives, measures, Clear objectives and measures can be helpful to ensure there is a common understanding of what and targets stakeholders want to achieve. However, arbitrary targets in lawor regulation have been shown to be ineffective astheycan often not be achieved in reality, which can undermine legitimacyofthe local procurement effort.They can also be difficultto enforce, such as in Guinea's new Mining Code. Therefore, it may be more practical to set out clear overall objectives within policy, and for mines to set targets and report on their progress against these, based on a thorough demand and supply analysis, e.g. as part oftheir local procurement plans. See Module 6for further information. A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 59 Priority types These priorities would reflect socio-economic priorities and the selected definitions. See Modules land 2 = of suppliers forfurther information. Priority categories may include: * Location - Local participation: ownership (local/JV), management, and employment * Value-addition - Size of supplier, e.g. SME, large - Sector o Transitional Where stability or grandfather clauses exist that affect local procurement provisions, it would be helpful to 4a arrangements provide clarity on how alignment will be achieved overtime. In some cases, new regulation or guidelines could clarify existing obligations. Reporting Examples of reporting requirements include submission of local procurement plans by mines. See Module 6 requirements forfurther information. W 0 It is helpful to have clear guidelines on: structure, frequency of submission, feedback or sign-off processes O 'J Whilst some countries have put in place penalties for non-submission, care needs to be taken that O usubmission and feedbacktimings are realistic forthe capacity of both mines and the regulato and that any penalties encourage behaviour that supports ratherthan detracts from local procurement efforts. LA In some cases, regulations provide forms ortemplates for submission. Local procurement requirements are often specified as "flowing throughto primary contractors; in such 0 cases it would be helpful to clarify howthis obligation is dealt with in terms of reporting. Nature of support! These may include both supply-side measures (supporting suppliers to become more competitive, support programmes comply with minestechnical requirements, and upgrade skills and technology, includingthrough JVs) and demand-side measures. (See Module 4for more detail). Demand-side measures include policies and regulations to encouragethe choice of local suppliers" by the mining companies. Incentives and This may include alignment of existing incentives or creation of new incentives, e.g. supplier support financial instruments incentives, ring-fencing of a portion of royalties to support local procurement or supplier development specifically, and/or creation oftargeted funds. Institutional This may include allocation of responsibilities to existing entities orcreation of new agencies, depending arrangements on availability of suitable capacity It may also include the creation of multi-stakeholder forums, task teams, and roles or working groups to further develop and implementthe local procurement approach. See Module 7for more detail. Note: not all ofthese items are covered in every country and this is not an exhaustive list. This is also not a recommendation ofthe structure ofa law in anygiven country Some examples of how decisions in Module 1 (Approach) might play out into responses to this strategic question: Example strategic decisions in Implications for this question Module 1: Approach I2 Job creation is primary lEmphasis on employment/labour-absorbing opportunities in policy statement, and legal socao-economic definitions of local supplier including both small and large firms objective o r Align incentives and measurement framework to job creation N3 Include wider markets c Change definitions and any agreed preference systems in overall enterprise and supplier (outside mining) regulation ratherthan just in mining regulations (cross-reference in MDAs); Ensure wider private sector development policy/strategy supplier development and incentive procedures all include suppliers to mining and other priority sectors 04 Certain supply sectors *Include provision for supplier sectortargeting in the policy; identify specific priority opportunities aretargeted e.g. fresh in a schedulethat can be changed more regularly produce, construction Integrate priority sectors from mining local procurement into any industrial policy/strategy materials in the short- Any guidelines on local procurement plan structure could include consideration ofthese to medium-term priority sectors 5 Focus on addressing Within the mining local procurement policy: Reflect the emphasis on supporting quality the critical challenge improvements in partnership with relevant agencies of quality of supply esWithin wider policy strategy legislation and regulation: Amend quality and technical infrastructure provisions to align with the systems required by mines; align certification and standards agency mandates; provide for mutual recognition of multinational quality bodies Align enterprise incentive guidelines to support quality certification for suppliers 7 Select collaborative Emphasis in policy legislation and regulation on mandating and resourcing consultative and approach based on joint planning structures strengthening mine- *Issue guidelines on supporting local procurement that enable consistent information sharing govern ment-supplier and reporting trust and relationships 60 A practical guideWto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 2. IF CUSTOMS INSTRUMENTS (E.G. MINING LISTS) ARE ALREADY IN PLACE OR ARE BEING CONSIDERED, HOW CAN THESE BE ALIGNED TO OPTIMALLY SUPPORT LOCAL SUPPLIERS? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project * The approach will need to remain compliant with regional and international trade obligations (See fact boxes in previous section) * Various definitions of local suppliers will have an impact on customs issues, e.g. a focus on locally value-adding suppliers or a focus on use of local inputs or raw materials 1. If suppliers are likelyto be reliant on inputs that are not readily available locally, extension of miningtariff exemptions to local suppliers can help to level the playingfield. 2. Where local manufacturing is prioritised and possible, consideration may be given to removing such items from the mining list to avoid a disincentive to source locally Consultations with Commerce departments and industry associations can assist in assessing available capacity; consultations with competition authorities (if present) can also assist in seeking approaches that do not have unintended consequences for competitive practices. * Consistency ofterminology and definition of items by HS Code can help to avoid ambiguity Some examples of how decisions in Module 1 (Approach) might play out into responses to this strategic question: Example strategic decisions in Implications for this question Module 1: Approach Q2 Development of * Consider removing items from the mining list that can be/are manufactured locally, potentially local manufacturing in a phased approach based on development of suitable local capacity as a priority socio- * Consider mechanisms to ensure local manufacturing suppliers have the same access to duty- economic objective free imported inputs as mines Q5 Focus on addressing Take into account available quality and capacity of local supply when considering removing items the critical challenge from the mining list ofquality of supply 07 Select collaborative * Regulatorto consult with mines and supplier sectorto determine the most suitable approach approach based on and timings for changes to the mining list strengthening mine- govern ment-supplier trust and relationships Q9 Mining ministry to Mining ministryto work closely with revenue authority/customs administrator to create lead the process consistency between customs schedules/ procedures, and any wider mining lists (overall or within individual mine agreements) A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 61 0 41 On 3. HOW SHOULD THESE CHANGES BE SEQUENCED AND WHAT ARE THE LIKELY LEAD TIMES? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project * This will need to take into accountthe typical lead times reflected in the information questions in order to be realistic * In addition, sequencing will need tofollowthe national legal process sequence, e.g. regulation follows law, which follows policy; initial drafting, consultation, finalisation by state law advisors * Experience in the region has shown that processes can take manyyears and some have not been finalised. Therefore, consideration may o. need to be given to use of processes with shorter lead times (e.g. practice or guidance notes) to provide clarity in the interim period Some examples of how decisions in Module 1 (Approach) might play out into responses to this strategic question: .IJ E Example strategic decisions Implications for this question in Module 1: Approach 0 Q10 Limited resources are Focus in short-term on non-binding guidelinesthat do not require significant legal a. available in the short-term; resources to redraft or implement new systems 7i these could be increased Prepare MCUs to enable collaboration in the short-term with other agencies and 0 in the medium term as international support bodies with provisions for capacity buildingfor local structures Imining sector revenue Work with finance ministry/revenue authority to integrate allocation into budget policy * grows framework when royalties increase 011 Recognition that benefits Policies to recognise challenges in short-term and longer-term objectives will be medium- to long- Content of regulation would not include prescriptive short-term measures *0 term, and that supplier Emphasis in 4to 5year planning and strategy documents on measures to support supplier competitiveness needs development and improvements tothe operating environment to be improved first to Emphasis in local procurement plan guidelines on both medium and long-term target increase the scale of setting as well as partnershipsfor sustainable supplier development opportunity Measurement frameworks to include both supplier capacity development and actual local procurement 4. WHAT LEGACY ISSUES FROM EXISTING AGREEMENTS WILL REMAIN FOR THE LONGER TERM, AND HOW CAN THESE BEST BE DEALT WITH? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Depending on the content and status of existing individual mining agreements, there maybe inconsistencies, e.g. in the nature and timing of reporting: - If the new provisions around local procurement are not substantively different, changes could also be considered as clarification - Changes could potentially be addressed through mutual consent and written confirmation if needed, or waiting forthe next review period 5. IF ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ARE NEEDED TO AMEND OR DEVELOP LEGAL DOCUMENTS, HOW COULD THESE BESECURED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project A scan of existing institutions and donors providing technical support and funding for policy, legal and regulatory work, and drafting may reveal a shortlist of organisationsto approach - GEEDR is hosting a global public-private partnershipthe Extractive Indlustryfor Local Content Development (EILCD). The partnershipwill provide supportto practitioners in both public and private institutions and serve as a knowledge creator and hubfor resources relateddto local content inmthe oil, gas, and mining industries - For example, in Guinea, there are discussions between donors regarding the financing of local procurement activities 62 | A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 6. IN EACH CASE, WHO CAN LEAD THE PROCESS OF DEVELOPING AND AMENDING THE NECESSARY POLICY, LEGISLATION, REGULATION ETC.? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project *Typically lead entities have included mining ministries, mining regulators/minerals commissions, concession management and oversight bodies, and ministries of commerce/industry *Champions of legislative reform ideally need to have an understanding of both the legislative processes and the implementation issues *In mnry cases irn West African co untries, regulators have capacity constrairnts :considerationro tis caacity is importaint when developing reporting arnd oversight provisions in law and regulation, as wl Ias alltig responrsibilites WheMire the agreed overall lead for the mining loal procuremnrt approach is outside ouf government (eg Chiarnber of Mines or 7. WHO ELSE NEEDS TO BE INVOLVED AND CONSULTED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project -Legal drafters can be drawnvrorm within governrment or contracted advisers. These options may hv different reourceand timne *Collaborative processes vvith key stakeholders> (governirment, mines, suppliers, and support entitiesl have been shown in mnry cases to result in nmore workable outputs A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 63 *~~..... . 0 .. .. . .*. 0 .- I ........................ * * S O........................ ........O........... Module 6 Mining company local procurement plans 1. Key strategic questions to consider A local procurement plan can be developed at a number of different levels, including mine, company,0or country level. The strategic questions below will guide you through the development of your local procurement plan. Thimduep Chde reresof Melpyuaswe thpboesrare uesin, byosharyn ofite,rnambnler ienes t. (S ther 2)Mstines outhrmine requirent MSin deepmn and poingkycsimperatsiation o epan,qetin4 andwhosholdne cnsuted 0 0 0 Module 1: Ovrl Appoac 3Wh formi the local procurement plan Moit du t e Thi mouleproide reoures o hlp ou nswrteaovestrtei plains nd han iteerctomaleprene (Section~ ~ ~~~~~~~~ ~6 H) etn u nomto eqieet Scin3,adpowiin can consieyibesensurel(given voaying sio d acany andes) s A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 65 2. Learning from international experience There are very few well developed local procurement plans in the mining sector globally Individual mining companies' E strategies and policies exist but these often lack detail in relation to specific actions steps, targets, and definitions, and are not clearly integrated into day-to-day procurement operations. The box below provides an example of one of the more comprehensive approaches. 0 Anglo American Local Procurement Strategy for Quellaveco site in Peru22 In 2010, Anglo American announced plans to develop a copper deposit in Quellaveco site in the Moquegua region of Peru. M.. The site is in an area of Peru where communities have had negative experiences with mining companies in the past, so a E decision was made to develop a local procurement strategy for the mine to expand the developmental impact of Anglo 0 American's supply chains and help secure the mines'social license to operate. The process was led by Selma Fernandes, a supply chain expert within the Anglo American group, with the support of the senior management team who had also supported Selma's relocation to the site in order to better engage with - stakeholders, facilitate research and consultations, and develop an appropriate strategy The process drew on the tools set %0 out in AngloAmerican's Socio-economic Assessment Toolkit (SEAT). The focus of the local procurement strategy is on "localised" procurement, i.e. within the community affected by the mine. 0 As part of the engagement process, a series of workshops were facilitated in 2011 between potential suppliers and community members. At these workshops both the opportunities available, and critical Anglo American requirements around safety and competitiveness of suppliers were dialogued. A template for the strategy was developed through various iterations, including: * Business case - Demand-side analysis * Supply-side analysis - Priority opportunities for local procurement and supplier development (gap analysis) * How to ensure accessibility and visibility of priority opportunities - Building local SME capability * Building internal capacity (resources, procedures, processes and systems, KPIs) * Risk assessment (to both host communities and the operation) - Stakeholder engagement * Exit strategy A dedicated local procurement coordinator has been appointed to manage the implementation of the strategy The coordinator's roles include; suppliers identified) * An intensive campaign to identify competent suppliers in the region (Over 1200 localised suppliers identified) - Managing local supplier development programmes aimed at improving standards, security, and administrative services, with results measured in terms of increased productivity and sales * Development of a reporting framework, and management of monthly social reporting by contractors - Convening a series of business networking events in partnership with the local Chamber of Commerce * Development of a communication strategyto local suppliers, including radio and television spots - Development and implementation of feedback mechanisms between mines and suppliers The templates for the local procurement plan, along with lessons learned have been adapted and developed into a 'Local Procurement Toolkit'which is now being rolled out across the Anglo American group. The aim of the Local Procurement Toolkit is to provide resources to implementation teams across various operations which will ensure consistent delivery of high quality local procurement engagements. The development of the mine is sti being considered, with further investigation of the economic case, as Anglo seeks ways to lower its capital costs in light of the prevailing copper price, with potential start up in 2016. There is little evidence of combined local procurement plans across mines within a country or region. One exception is Ghana where, in response to new regulation, the Ghana Chamber of Mines produced a joint Local Procurement Plan for the gold mining sector in 2013.This enabled identification of shared opportunities and support programmes. There has been some subsequent discussion about individual mining company submissions. 66 | A practical guideto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 3. Gathering required information / Some key information is needed to answer the strategic questions. This is likely to require gathering information from multiple sources. The table below sets out information questions and provides an illustrative country example based on work carried out during the WALPI project.To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook , Example answers from WALPI pilot country: Burkina Faso Including: No requirement for submission ofa local procurement plan * Requirements from head offices, regional/national in current mining law. mine management Chamber of Mines multi-year initiatives/action plan on local * Current content captured procurement, including Chamber of Mines study on the state * Existing key performance indicators (KPIs) of local procurement in Burkina * Regularityof reporting/assessment Mining companies'sustainability/corporate responsibility reports * Systems used (e.g. procurement systems,finance systems, Chapters/sections on socio-economic impact/coimunity vendor/supplier prequalification databases, surveys) development in mining companies'annual reports Potential information sources: Varying level of detail and complexity across mining companies' * Mines/Chamberof Mines'strategic plans, annual reports data on procurement. More established companies have * Financial, investor, socio-economic/societal/community reports computerised systems that can output current spend levels *Requirements in law, regulation, or individual mine agreements based on many criteria Mines reported on their local procurement initiatives and results during ad hoc workshops (symposium in June 2013, presentation of Chamber of Mines study in February 2014, World Bank workshop in April 2014, etc.) * Mines are typically reporting and targeting based on: local registration, affected communities, ownership Potential information sources: Typically in Burkina Faso, thefollowing units and people are *Organograms responsible: SJob descriptions Procurement/logistics departments of mining companies Input from management Corporate or government affairs/community development * Formal mandates in legal documents departments of mining companies * Finance and line managers in mining companies (planning, strategic procurement decisions) Procurement group ofthe Chamber of Mines *Leadership by key people in various positions in some key mining companies, and other stakeholders (Embassy of Canada, NG Os, etc.) *At the country level, a Local Procurement Commission was suggested by WALPI workshop in April 2014 At present, there is no common approach to mining local procurement planning across the region that can guide activity in the country 2. WHIC ULANIT/S AND RPOLEIAR RESPOIBLMENTFORXPLANNING IMPLANEETTO?NDRPRIG Including: Some mining companies have expressed interest in drafing *New company strategies and systems local procurement plans * New laws or regulations Should the recoi mendations of the WALPI workshop betaken Potential information sources: forward, there might be a change through the development * Mining companies' strategy documents and leadership ofa Local Procurement Commission statements *Policy and legal review processes miCountry mining experts A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 67 M 4. Answering the strategic questions r_ Once the above information has been gathered, the following strategic questions need to be answered. E To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook , 2 1. AT WHICH LEVEL SHOULD LOCAL PROCUREMENT PLANS BE PREPARED (MINE, COUNTRY OFFICE, CHAMBER - OF MINES ETC.)? .o Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project The most appropriate level for the local procurement plan will depend on issues such as: 0.. The main level at which procurement is taking place, e.g. at the mine level or at the country office E The availability of suitable planning and implementation capacity, including whether there is any capacity in a Chamber of Mines 0 U *Any regulatory requirements, e.g. if mining agreement specifies mine-level reporting 2. WHO SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LEADING THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PLAN, AND WHO SHOULD BE CONSULTED? %0 Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project 0 Experience has shown that the procurement division should be central to the development and implementation of the plan, with some input from other divisions, e.g. finance, corporate social responsibility, and government liaison divisions. Consultations with communities and suppliers (including primary contractors, current and potential local suppliers) can be valuable to test out potential focus areas and support measures. A motivated internal champion is keyto successful development and rollout, eitherfrom procurement management or more senior company leadership. 3. WHAT SHOULD BE THE LOCAL PROCUREMENT PLAN DOCUMENT'S STRUCTURE? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project The WALPI process has developed a proposed template for a Local Procurement Plan, which is available for download as part of this guide [ (See the summary of the proposed structure on the next page) 4. HOW OFTEN WILL IT BE UPDATED OR PROGRESS REPORTS SUBMITTED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Reporting and updating cycles are likely to depend on: * Any regulatory reporting cycle requirements e.g. annual or quarterly reporting * Company reporting cycles e.g. annual reports to society, quarterly reporting on performance indicators * Available capacityto prepare reports (limited capacity is likelyto necessitate less regular reporting, or more automated reporting systems). 5. WHAT ARE THE CHALLENGES TO COMPLETING THE PLAN AND HOW CAN THEY BE OVERCOME? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Experience has shown that challenges often include: * Availabletime of mining officialsto develop and roll out the plan - Often local procurement is only one aspect ofthe procurement officers' responsibilities Lack of experience of procurement officers in writing local procurement plans or similar plans Lack of integration of systems and processes between units within the company, e.g. procurement vs. finance vs. CSI Often there is a lack of clear guidance on the structure and process Lack of readily available information on supplier capacity 6. HOW CAN CONSISTENCY BE ENSURED (GIVEN VARYING INDIVIDUAL COMPANY APPROACHES)? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project A common approach to developing local procurement plans among mining companies in a country will not only support collaboration across mining companies, but will also provide regulators and wider stakeholders with a tool to facilitate collaboration on support efforts, and to oversee and monitor progress. Consistency can be generated by providing a clear framework for a local procurement plan - depending on the context in a country; this could be through the Chamber of Mines (through agreed guidelines or joint planning) or the mining regulator (through practice notes, guidelines, or regulation). In some cases, multinational mining companies may have internal guidelines for local procurement plans or strategies. 68 | A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa A suggested structure of a Mining Company Local Procurement Plan CONTENTS 1. Introduction and background 2. Overall statement/vision for local procurement 3. Definitions/glossary of terms and indicators 4. Current performance against indicators (the baseline) 5. Key products and service opportunities for local procurement 6. Targets (short, medium, and long-term) 7. Strategies and tactics to achieve desired results 8. Measuring, monitoring, and evaluation systems 9. Building internal and external capacityto deliver on the plan 10. Risks and possible mitigations 11. Action plan Note: Progress reports (quarterly and annually) would include updates on performance and progress against the action plan. In addition, annual updates could also include revised targets, opportunities, and support programmes. Please see Appendix 11 for further detail on what could be included in each section. A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa I 69 How can we work across multiple organisations to deliver on the various aspects of our local procurement approach? How do we ensure our organisations have the capacity to implement the approach effectively? A lack of corinto aross the key role players can create co nfusion, mixed messages and' inffctive delivery of mining local procurement efforts. In practice, coordination1has many challenges given multiple institutional mandates, interests and ways of working. Insufficient and/or inappropriate capacity to implement has often been the weakness of mining local procurement approaches in the past, in particular in developing countries. Module 7 Coordinating implementation and building institutional capacity 1. Key strategic questions to consider Many institutions need to be involved to deliver on local procurement efforts. In order to begin coordinating implementation and developing institutional capacity, the following questions should be addressed: This module provides resources to help you answer the above strategic questions, by sharing international experiences (Section 2), setting out information requirements (Section 3), and providing key considerations in relation to each question (Section 4). Moul 1:Orall Appetonroah gmnn oalpoueetinWsfia 7 Ovriwowntttoa oe n aaiycntansta hp h prpit 1. Wo shuld eadocalprocremetefodule 8: ovelarng, fioring apcto evaaimpeetain 3.Gienexstngroe ad apciie, ha rei thermst imtial gastoerin,MEadsvesih Antttosta a eivle prcina guietoincesming local procurementinWsAfca 7 2. Learning from international experience Leadership and roles in implementation Mining local procurement efforts to date have typically been led by either the extractive industries ministry or regulator (e.g. Ghana, Brazil) or the ministry/department responsible for commerce and industry (e.g. Australia Local Content Units in the Departments of Commerce nationally and at the state level). However, other entities that have been centrally involved .45 or led specific programmes have included: * Agencies promoting national competitiveness, technologytransfer and innovation (e.g. CORFO and regional development .r agencies in Chile) * Extractive industry companies/Chamber of Mines (e.g. Sherritt in Madagascar, Mozal in Mozambique) .o* Investment councils or commissions Occasionally a specialist agency has been developed with the sole purpose of developing local content, for example Kazakhstan's National Agency for Development of Local Content (NADLoC). In Trinidad and Tobago the Permanent Local Content Committee (PLCC) is responsible for leading local procurement. It includes representatives from several private sector organisations, includingthe South Chamber of Industry and Commerce (the representative bodyforthe energy EJ services sector.) E a Where certification has been selected as an approach, this capacity is often located within the private sector, for example E Chile's Antofogasta industrial Association which has led certification of suppliers in Antofogasta. Certification also requires on verification or accreditation agencies within government, e.g. Brazil's National Agency for Oil, Gas, and Biofuels; South Africa's 4- new Local Content Verification Office (housed in the Bureau of Standards). Other specialist roles may be required, e.g. supplier development, training, market linkages; depending on the institutional o landscape these have used existing institutions or created new ones e.g. Australian Industry Capability Networks at the state level. The private sector, donors and NGOs also play a leading role here, for example the IFCs SME linkages programmes or - Building Markets (in Liberia). Coordination mechanisms 0 In some cases, the body responsible for mining regulation acts as a coordinating mechanism across government stakeholders relevant tothe mining sector For example in Ghana,the Minerals Commission plays the role of coordination across various government departments involved in licensing or regulation ofthe mining sector. In some countries, specialist coordination structures have been developed, such as multi-stakeholder local content committees or cross-government local procurement boards (e.g. Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board, Trinidad and Tobago's Permanent local content committee), whether for mining or across multiple sectors. In other cases,the function of coordination has been allocated to a dedicated government agency or unit within a department. The Chambers of Mines in some countries have played a key role in coordinating aspects of implementation relating to mining companies, such as opportunity identification, access to information, and supplier development. Multilateral organisations also play a coordinating role byfacilitating stakeholder discussions. The institutional frameworkthat is developed is dependent on the policies, laws and regulations, which govern local content requirements, as well as the institutional landscape and capacity within in a country. Capacity building A number of bodies responsible for supporting local procurement have developed significant capacity for implementation. These include CORFO (which leads many programmes supporting private sector development and investment) and regional Industrial Associations in Chile. Some of CORFO's successful capacity development has been attributed to its relative autonomy, as decisions and recruiting are less subject to political influence.This means that it can attract professional staff based on merit. In addition, ittargeted the development of strong stakeholder relationships within Chile and internationally 72 | A practical guideto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 3. Gathering required information / Some key information is needed to answer the strategic questions. This is likely to require gathering information from multiple sources. The table below sets out information questions and provides an illustrative country example based on work carried out during the WALPI project.To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook , Example answers from WALPI pilot country: Liberia 1. WHICH ORGANISATIONS ARE RELEVANT TO LOCAL PROCUREMENT? Including: OVERVIEW OF RELEVANT INSTITUTIONS IN LIBERIAN CONTEXT * Information flows, Informationflows, Sharedvision, Marketaccess Supplier Wideroperating reporting/M&E reporting/M&E planning, law linkages development environment * Shared vision, planning, Ministries of Ministries of Individual mines Building Markets Banks law Lands, Mines Lands, Mines Chamber ofMines Individual mines Private equity * Market access, linkages & Energy (MoLME) & Energy BuildingMarkets and primary 3FP * Supplier development National Proposed "Liberia IEC contractors Customs *Investment Mining Forum" in feedback, Liberian Electricty environment Commission (Ic terms of revised technical Corporation enionetInter-Ministerial draft mining law assistance) National Potential information Concession National IEC, JNIDO, etc. Standards sources: Committee (IMCC Investment Ministry of Authority * Othermodulesof National Bureau of Commission Commerce Private business the guide Concessions (NBC) Chamber of Mines NIC (investment development Intttoa Liberia Extractive (newlyformed) facilitation) service providers * Institutionale.g. SS, mapping exercises Transparency accounetanots, Initiative fLEITI marketing, rLiSGIS management, *Dept. Civil Service training providers *USAID GEMS Ministry of process Commerce - Ministries of Finance/Revenue Agency dMining companies *Civil societ Including: One example is provided below (similar information would need to be gathered for each institution). *Knowledge Building Markets: *People *Knowledge of available supplier capacity and main buyers (less knowledge of detailed technical Skills requirements) *Data and knowledge Team of 26 people for supplier identification, telephonic supplier verification, site visits and matchmaking management systems *Existing networks with local suppliers and key buyers establishedanetorks Supplier database systems Estalised etwrks Web portal for sharing information on suppliers with industry and other SMS and system for sending out notifications oftenders related organisations *Meeting convening capacity Potential information *3 vehicles for site visits sources: mInstitution's annual reports SOrganisational capacity surveys IInterviews with countny experts 3. HAARETHSE NSITUIOS AND OTE STKHLER'IW ON* GASI AAIY Potential information Key gaps are perceived to include: sources: *Information gathering and sharing systems *Stakeholder workshops *Capacity for coordinated inspections and oversight, including people, vehicles and systems (which Stakeholder surveys the current process bythe Department of Civil Service with USAID GEMS around concession monitoring Media reports is tryingto address) A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 73 4. Answering the strategic questions U Once the above information has been gathered, the following strategic questions need to be answered. -ri To complete this electronically, please download the Workbook , o .45 .t 1. WHO SHOULD LEAD LOCAL PROCUREMENT EFFORTS - OVERALL AND FOR EACH ASPECT OF THE IMPLEMENTATION? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Mining regulators often play a central role in designing, implementing and monitoring regulation relating to local procurement. This means that they may be well-placed to lead local procurement efforts, in particular in terms of mine reporting (e.g. in Ghana). However, WALPI research and benchmarking shows that it is key for mining companies to be strongly involved in supporting local procurement efforts -with Chamber of Mines /individual mines often playing a leading role. _ Also, in cases where the local procurement approach extends beyond mining to other sectors, it may be appropriate for the lead 0 to be taken by a commerce, industry or investment department, agency, or commission. Typically mining regulators do not have suppliers development capacity Where the local procurement approach includes supplier E development, the lead entity for this aspect could be selected from existing enterprise development entities, whether public, private E e or non-profit. Selection ofthe lead could take into account their resources, willingness and client base. E 2. WHAT MECHANISMS SHOULD BE USED TO COORDINATE IMPLEMENTATION? C Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project o Potential mechanisms include: 0 * Multi-stakeholder committees -these can be informally orformally constituted, either with a single chair person or a rotating chair person (depending on the selected format, the legal standing and enforcement authority would differ) * An existing unit within government or a Chamber of Mines allocated the coordination responsibility (which would need to have good relationships with other organisations involved in implementation) * Creation of a new agency (which may not be preferred given the lead times and resources required) 0 3. GIVEN EXISTING ROLES AND CAPACITIES, WHAT ARE THE MOST CRITICAL GAPS TO ADDRESS? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Experience in West Africa has shown that the following are often where the most significant gaps lie: * Inter-governmental and government-industry communication systems * Information management and evaluation systems * Supplier industry organisations * Chambers of Mines'capacity relating to local procurement (with the exception of Ghana) * Supplier development capacity at a level suitable for mining requirements, in particular in terms of private business development services When considering which gaps to prioritise, one factor may be whetherthese gaps will hinder achieving shorter-term objectives of the local procurement approach. Often the capacity of the regulator and Chamber of Mines are considered highest priority, as supplier development support can be dealt with in the shorterterm by donor-funded programmes. 4. WHAT ARE THE MOST EFFECTIVE TOOLS TO BUILD INSTITUTIONAL CAPACITY (PEOPLE AND SYSTEMS)? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project There are a limited number of examples from international experience relating to building institutional capacity in local procurement. However, drawing from available lessons from both within and outside ofthe sector, the following can be considered: * Sharing experiences between countries, e.g. information exchanges * Integration of capacity from the private sector, e.g. through multi-stakeholder committees, secondments * Integration of capacity from civil society, e.g. in terms of information gathering, supplier development * Locating implementation units in departments with strong influence, e.g. Office ofthe President * Organisational development, systems development and training support from donors 74 | A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa | 75 ... .. .. .. ............... .. . ..... *0 anis sur chf ..c pr irgnent~8 1 5 k2~-s ~ le e i& p r ..........* - *5 * S -.~M1 §W la .. S - 65.* 8 .66 56 - * . 5- - Module 8 Measuring, monitoring and evaluating 1. Key strategic questions to consider In order to develop the best measuring, monitoring, and evalIuation process, the following strategic questions need to be answered: M&E Focus M&E Process 1. How does the agreed definition flow through into 5. What information will be gathered from whom? measurement requirements? 6. On what basis will reporting take place? 2. What are the major data gaps that need to be Self-reporting independent certification or This module provides resource sto helpyou answerthe above strategic questions, by sharing international experiences (Section 2), setting out information requirements (Section 3), and providing key considerations in relation to each question (Section 4). andul reporinmitoigdeaution, 9.nTor whaxet will he afurmainbedd 10.dWhere wIlstditional coordingto and capaidtouldn imlgigauement ytems Howlbl caacit beseurd ,1 A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 77 2. Learning from international experience Very few countries have accurate information on their baseline before they start their local procurement approach, as there is generally no agreed upon definition or consistent data gathering mechanism in place priorto the implementation ofthe approach. Available information tends to be based on reports from mines, associations, or enterprise support agencies, which a may have inconsistent definitions and levels of information sharing. As a result, baseline local procurement estimates vary significantly For example, findings from a 2014 survey of 15 World Gold Council members indicated that at least 80% of procurement spend was in the country of operation (available at http://www.gold.org/gold-mining/economic-contribution/ value-distribution). In contrast, research on Newmont in Ghana showed that the "actual value-contributed"to the local 0 economy by the top 100 suppliers was 17% in 2010. E bB Monitoring and evaluation approaches in the mining sector are evolving, overall and in terms of local procurement. In some cases measuring may be limited to within targeted supplier development initiatives, for example in Mozambique and Chile. South Africa provides an example of a more comprehensive system (although focused on Broad-based Black Economic Empowerment ratherthan local procurement) where certification of suppliers based on a scorecard approach is used. In Mongolia, civil society observers, who are part of a network established to monitor public procurement, have joined in public procurement bid evaluation committees as observers, butthis does not seem to have been extended significantlytothe monitoring of mining procurement. Monitoring and evaluation has historically been more well-developed in oil and gas sectors. For example, strong data gathering mechanisms have been in place for a while in Brazil's oil and gas sector, which uses certification of the level of local content for specific inputs (goods and services). This approach shows the resource intensity of administering a highlyformal certification approach. However, countries with recent oil and gas local content regulation also lag behind in monitoring and evaluation. For example, in Nigeria, the monitoring and evaluation of local content in the oil sector has been criticised for lack oftransparency (both in award of contracts to oil producers and to suppliers) and for a lack of clear definitions of local procurement. 78 | A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa Brazil C Certification to support local content M&E Brazil's oil production was 2.7m barrels per day in 2011, m aking it the world's twelfth l argest petrolIeum producer. It also produces 438 bill Iion cubic feet of naturalI gas per day WhilIst it has a growing mining industry, localI content policies currently focus on the oilI and gas sector. The NationalI Petroleum Agency, AN P, is the main fedleralI entity responsible for regulating the oilI and gas industry, as wellI as negotiating and monitoring oilI and gas concessions. Prior to 2003, AN P relied on concession contract provisions to support M&E. In 2003, AN P introduced specific rules regarding the reporting and monitoring of locaI content (in Ordinance 180/2003). In 2007, ANP introduced the Loca Content Certification System, which establIis hed localI content rules for all contracts signed since the 7th bidding round. Currently, AN P carries out M&E through reporting by oilI and gas operators every 3 months, supported by the certification system to valIidate l evels of localI content. As such, the AN P's role in monitoring localI content includes the following: *Issuing of templates for certification and reporting *Setting minimum requirements and criteria *Accrediting, monitoring and auditing certification entities *Monitoring concession agreements *Monitoring and evaluating local content commitments *Applying penalties in the case of non-compliance *Monitoring trends in local content for each type of good and service Certification Under the certification system, ANP accredits private certification entities to certify levels of local content-there are currently 21 ANP-accredited certification firms. By 2011, over 7,500 certificates were issued that stated the percentage of ocal content in the particular good or service. These certificates were issued to 400 local providers, which is evidence of over US$2 billion worth of investment in Brazil. The National Organisation of the Petroleum Industry (ONIP) is a leading certifier and has developed a register of more than 2,000 qualified suppliers of goods and services across the oil and gas production chain, INCREASE IN LOCAL CONTENT CERTIFICATION FROM 2009 TO 2011 EVOLUTION OF LOCAL CONTENT CERTIFICATION 8000 - 7000 - 6000 - 5000 - 4000 3000 2000 1000 0 _I 2009.1 2009.11 2009.111 2009.IV 2010.1 2010.11 2010.111 2010.IV 2011.1 2011.11 2011.11 2011.IV - Totalissued Resources ANP's Local Conitenit department opened irn 2008 wit h, on average, seven full-time staff, expanding to l8 in 2Ol3. Lessons learned The ANP indicated that local curiterit policy should irilude a focus ori areas for support at each stage -for example, specific activities or industrfies, regions, or phases". Currently the ANP finds rnonitoririg local coriterit across all types of inlputs to e chalflin. However, after cUnidl(erinlg narrowing its scope, it has coninfued with 1h ful rang oUfiCO products glven th diff|i|u ll n( |odiy every contract s|ince)OO05 Neverteldess, the gover nmnrt consults industry associations on potenlil nlew industria prouctUionI units h col be dOeL) veloped inl Brazil The ANP has also learned that penalties can encourage compliance by operators -it found that after introducing strirngent penalties in 2011 operators participated more strongly in local content monitoring anid evaluationi. A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 79 O Measuring the employment impact of mining local procurement E_ conomic growth and job creation are often key objectives of mining local procure me nt strategies. However, measuring M and monitoring the valIue-added and jobs created by procurement to the mining sector or to a particular mining company .r- is not a straightforward process. o .t One of the main reasons for this is that local suppliers "re-spend"the money they receive from orders placed by the mining 0 company when they pay their employees, buy inputs from local companies, and make investments in production capacity. E Suppliers'spending generates further production by their own suppliers, and further spending by both suppliers'suppliers bB and employees. In each round, further value is added (distributed as wages paid to workers, taxes paid to the government, and corporate profits earned by owners), and further jobs are created. (UAs such, the mining company has "direct," "indirect," and "induced" impacts. The "direct" impacts are those associated 2with the operation of the company, i.e. employees and purchases of the company The "indirect" effects are those resulting - from the activities of the company's suppliers and, in turn, the suppliers'suppliers. The "induced" impacts are those a0 stemnming from all the local employees (of the mining company, of its suppliers, of its suppliers'suppliers, etc.) spending 3their income. gFrom an economy-wide viewpoint, the same principles can be applied to the mining sector as a whole. Procurement expenditures made by the mining sector are sales to the procuring industries, and translate into wages, taxes, and purchases of inputs from other enterprises- These sales then translate into wages, taxes, purchases of inputs, and so on. In the end, the value added and the jobs created by the mining company (or mining sector) in the country, can be expressed as a multiplier of the direct value added and employment of the mining company (or mining sector). Each time there is a "leakage" outside of the country, in the form of procurement expenses, wages, or profits paid to foreign economic agents, there is a reduction in the overall impact and consequently the multiplier. Therefore, leakages in the early rounds have higher consequences than in later rounds. At the mining company level, attempts to measure employment impact are generally limited to first round indirect impact- Mining companies that have active local procurement or local supplier development programmes typically collect information on the number of jobs created by their local suppliers or jobs associated with specific contracts (e.g. Ambatovy in Madagascar). Measuring the full indirect impacts and induced impacts is generally done using economic input-output modelling, but requires the involvement of professional economists and the availability of detailed data from the mining company or mining sector and countrywide economic data. For example in Ghana, a study conducted for over six months on the "The Socio-Economic Impact of Newmont Ghana Gold Limited"" estimated a job multiplier of 3.8 in the direct value chain of Newmont Ghana, and a total of nearly 50,000 jobs created, or a multiplier of 28 relative to Newmont's own employment of 1700. The study consisted of a simulation using the cashflow statement of Newmont and a social accounting matrix of Ghana, which is a statistical representation of the relationships between the economic actors (i.e. transactions between industry sectors, households, government, and the foreign sector), to derive output per sector It also used the employment intensities of the different sectors to derive impact on employment. In another case, the total job multiplier at the Yanacocha gold mine in Peru has been estimated at l4 times; and a study by the World Bank found that in Africa, the job multiplier is often in the region of 8-10 times. A key factor that influences the potential job multiplier in West Africa is the existence of a large informal sector, which is ess efficient and more labour-intensive. Mining companies tend to work directly with formal suppliers, but as one moves into the informal sector,job creation is significaritly increased. The potential impact on society and poverty-reduction is further compounded by the high ratio o the coverall population to th1e activel employed people; rnearning tha t each worker supports a higher number oflpeople relative to othier parts of the world. Stakeholders sometimes perceive this dynamic at theC "oloal level, as one hears often thait even asmal contract for the rnining companyt a0 local supplier could rnean a big diffrence in the lives of rnry people in the cornmunity. Focuslng alorie on the0 totld number ofjobs created as an indicator is urilikelyt be BCoptimal in the mnedium rn onrg termn. For sustainable growth arid structural trarisformation to occur, higher productivity activities need to develop alongside, or in replacement of, low-productivity, high-employment activities. Mleasuririg suppliers by their average wages, average value-added, or the rnurnber ofjobs are options, but some may find the data colletion anid processinig requirements 80 | A practical guideto increasing rnining local procurement in West Africa 3. Gathering required information /9 Some key information is needed to answer the strategic questions. This is likely to require gathering information from multiple sources. The table below sets out information questions and provides an illustrative country example based on work carried out during the WALPI project.To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook , Example answers from WALPI pilot country: Burkina Faso 1. WHAT ARE THE CURRENT INSTITUTIONAL MANDATES FOR MONITORING, EVALUATION, AND OVERSIGHT? Including: No one institution is completely incharge of monitoring and evaluation related * Mining line ministry or regulator to mining local procurement.The roles of the key players are asfollows: * Commerce/business ministry or agency Minist&e des Mines et de 'Energie: in charge of the definition ofthe * ETI office if present Government mining policythe establishment ofthe mining regulatory * Public sector verification agency framework, and the application of the related laws and rules * Chamber of Mines Inspection Technique des Services (ITS) (underthe above Ministry): responsible * Parliament for controlling and monitoringthe activities ofthe different institutions, * Private certification bodies projects, and programmes of the Ministry Potetialinfomatin sorces Direction Generale des Mines et dle Ia G ologie (DGMG) (also sits under the Potential information sources: Laws and regulations (including mining Ministry): in charge ofthe application and control of the MiningCode and agreements), interdepartmental committees/units, regulations private Direction nrale des Douanes (within Ministry of Economy and Finance): in pr e sjectove charge of the import verification and application of customs duties, including any mining list related processes *Other Ministries that are involved for specific aspects: Ministe fe 'Industrie, du Commerce et ie lArtisanat; Ministre dle Ia Fonction Publique, du Travail et de Ia Scuritk Sociale; Ministire e a Jeunesse, dle Ia Formation Professionnelle et e I'Emploi; Ministre de Agriculture et ude a Scurit Alimentaire; Ministre des Ressources Animales et Halieutiques The Chamber of Mines hastaken on a manate to develop initiatives on local procurement, and can play a role in the monitoring and evaluation of mining companies. Some mining companies are already self-reporting and self- monitoring on their local procurement actions and results N Civil society/N Os: Plan Canada and ORCADE are both becoming active in local procurement and can play a role in M&E Including: There are limited M&E systems in Burkina Faso. The following data gathering and Budgets M&E systems exist: People Mining companies' information systems -these capture limited and varying RVehicles levels of detail pInformation and communication systems Ongoing data collection / audit by some mining companies on their current Potential information sources: suppliers -this is not a systematic data gathering and monitoring process Mining company procu rement/finance/ Various reports and studies completeds or ongoing by stakeholders, including sustainability staff; information systems, and study by Chamber of Mines, WALPI supplier analysis, ongoing study by NGO reports; mining sub-contracts; Chambers of Mines reports; mining regulator reporting, customns depa rtments'/private verification agencies' reporting; NGO databases and reporting Including: Existing mechanisms for refining monitoring and evaluation processes in Burkina How changes around M&E mandates have been Faso include: made historically Regulations/decrees/notes bythe Ministryof Mines and Energy creating and *What processes are underway/are proposed to defining roles of different divisions or units within the Ministry enhance M&E mandates, learning organisations Laws/presidential or inter-ministerial dlecrees for larger or strategic units, Potential information sources: orthose involving multiple ministries or specific donor funding Minsty f ins olcyofficials Ongoing process of reviewing the M&E framework, as part of the revision of Minithe Mining Code and associated regulations. This revision involves a technical process, a multi-step consultative process with major stakeholders, and a political process (vote at National Assembly) A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 81 0 4. Answering the strategic questions / Ti Once the above information has been gathered, the following strategic questions need to be answered. To completethis electronically, please download the Workbook , 1. HOW DOES THE AGREED DEFINITION FLOW THROUGH INTO MEASUREMENT REQUIREMENTS? 0 Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project 0_ As set out in Module 2, local procurement can be defined in a way that supports socioeconomic development. 0 E For example, the WALPI framework below would have various implications for measurement. b FRAMEWORK FOR CATEGORISING SUPPLIERS %A All - manufacturing/ Foreign services provided company locally manufacturing/ se locallyproviding services locally 0 SUPPLIER BS SUPPLIER C Foreign importer Local importer No manufacturing/ SUPPLIER A SUPPLIER E services provided locally No local participation Pull local participation The table below provides further detail on how two elements within the supplier aspect of the definition would play out into measurement requirements. Element Implications for measurement requirements Citizen participation Information requirements: levels in supplier Official ownership registration e.g. shareholder certificates company: Verified actual current ownership * Ownership Management (as per definition, standardised agreed levels defined as management): organisation * Management chart and verified citizenship * Employment Employees on payroll and verified citizenship; payments to contract workers, records of their citizenship Measurement process would need to cover: *All businesses confirmed as supplying exploration and mining companies or primary contractors in the cou ntry in a given yea r Local value-add Information requirements: by suppliers: Main products and services provided to the mining sector by each supplier * Local inputs In the case of products, to assess substantial transformation in the case where products have imported * Substantial components: transformation - For unprocessed products, wherethese are sourced - Local service - For processed products, value and source of inputs delivery In the case ofservices,the location ofwhere a service provider undertakes, manages, and controlsthe majority of its services The measurement process would need to cover all businesses confirmed as supplying exploration and mining companies or primary contractors in the country in a given year. 82 | A practical guideto increasing mining local procurement in West Africa Based on the experience of the WALPI process, additional information (often already captured in mines' procurement systems) would include: - Nature of product and service * Value of product / service provision to the mining sector - Nature of demand to allow for tracking local procurement across different types of demand, e.g. exploration, mine development, mine operation - Date of supplyto allow fortracking over time Alignment of data gathering and measurement with other initiatives in other sectors and public procurement may help to make data gathering more efficient in the medium term. Alignment with data gathered in other countries also allows for comparison and learning. 2. WHAT ARE THE MAJOR DATA GAPS THAT NEED TO BE ADDRESSED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Although data on companies' registered location is often readily available, there tends to be less publicly available and consolidated data on the participation of citizens and even less on the level of value added locally A phased approach to filling data gaps could be taken, for example: * Initially categorising spend / suppliers to assess levels of local procurement, and then measuring actual levels/quantities of local procurement dimensions (e.g. "substantial transformation" vs. % value added) - Measuring local procurement for the majority of procurement spend e.g. suppliers accounting for 90% of spend In addition to local procurement tracking, M&F can also track progress in implementation and outcomes, and inform changes in approach, relating to local procurement support initiatives. There are likely to be information gaps in many cases around programme performance and impact. 3. WHAT ARE THE KEY M&E PRIORITIES, GIVEN THE AVAILABLE RESOURCES/CAPACITY? HOW DOES THIS PLAY THROUGH INTO SPECIFIC INDICATORS? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Given capacity limitations and data gaps, M&E efforts could be prioritised based on: * Highest priority socioeconomic objectives (see Module 1) - Tracking highest priority product/service opportunities or largest areas of spend (see Module 3) * Assessing impact of support efforts so as to inform changes A priority in the short-term would also be to refine the baseline level of local procurement (see Module 2). 4. HOW BEST CAN M&E INFORM IMPROVEMENT OF SUPPORT? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Indicators related to implementation of support programmes can also be tracked and evaluated. An open approach to reflecting on both successes and failures can support learning from implementation experience to refine the design and rollout of the approach and specific programmes. A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 83 0 5. WHAT INFORMATION WILL BE GATHERED FROM WHOM? Conidraton, icldin eperene fomthe WALPI rjc >Using information requirements of the WNALPI fra mework as a n example, the fol lowing information sources could be drawn on: Element Potential information sources Citizen participation Ownership: 0 levels in supplier - Business registration databases company: - Vendor registries, registration processed and vendor validation/certification o Ownership - Supplier questionnaires by support agencies E Management - Details related to membership of industry organisations b* Employment - Business owner identity documents and/or centralised citizenship databases * Management and employment: - Existing reporting by companies on local employment and management - Payroll / employment contract details - Organisational charts - Managers'identity documents and/or centralised citizenship databases - Work permit details (individual orthrough centralised systems) Local value-add Supplier surveys/reporting and potentially also verification reports, support documentation such by suppliers: as suppliers' purchase records * Local inputs Mines'procurement information and reporting system (in cases where value-add information * Substantial is captured) transformation National statistics bodies surveys of gross domestic product and local value add * Local service delivery Customs documentation 6. ON WHAT BASIS WILL REPORTING TAKE PLACE? FOR EXAMPLE: * SELF-REPORTING AND/OR INDEPENDENT CERTIFICATION OR VERIFICATION? * HOW OFTEN? * SOFT OR HARD COPY SUBMISSION? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Self-reporting and/or verification: WALPI experiences show that self reporting by mines can overcome some of the capacity gaps in government regulators in terms of conducting site visits or inspections. However, this approach requires effort and commitment by mining companies, trust between mining companies and government, and the capacity within government to assess submissions. Ideally reporting could be integrated into mines'vendor/procurement/purchase order systems to reduce administrative burden and increase accuracy This could be complemented by validation through spot inspection or audits, which would require some oversight resources. Full certification and verification, as used in some benchmarks, requires the most resources, but resources may be split between public and private sectors, as well as non-government role players such as civil society observers or NGOs. In many cases it will be necessary to adjust data gathering systems to capture the necessary information. This may include: - Changing reporting requirements to the line ministry/regulator and, where relevant, FITI country office - Mines incorporating the necessary information into supplier/vendor codes, and requiring equivalent data sharing in contracts with their primary contractors Collective data gathering through Chambers of Mines and/or mine supplier associations where these exist and have sufficient capacity If possible, aligning national enterprise survey questions and methodology Reporting frequency: - Annual reporting is likelyto be a more workable option in terms of capacity constraints and administrative burden for both mines and regulators (see also Module 6) Brief six-monthly or even quarterly progress reports might be appropriate where capacity is less of a constraint Submission format: - Hard copy submissions: this has a high administrative burden, can cause delays in processing, reduces transparency, and in some countries there has been a history of regulators losing hard copies/not properly maintaining archives Soft/online portal: this is often easier for mines to use, but requires initial investment in set-up (whether use of an existing platform or custom design), and there are potentially challenges of maintaining technology, data security etc., as well as issues in terms of reliability of internet access and limited use of e-government systems in some countries. 84 | A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 7. HOW CAN MINING COMPANIES BEST BE ENCOURAGED TO SUPPORT M&E? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Provision of free or seconded resources to support reporting and measurement activity could increase compliance and willingness to invest more in producing comprehensive reports, in particular where information is not readily available or centralised. Greater visibility and informed public attention around local procurement could increase the value of effective reporting for mining companies (as well as programmes to improve local procurement performance). Greater public attention on local procurement can also encourage incorporation of good local procurement practices into corporate brand identity and marketing, which would need to be supported by measurement and reporting. Experience from benchmarks has shown that inclusion of reporting and monitoring requirements in concession agreements, if followed up by oversight or penalties, can increase mining companies' active participation in both local procurement and M&E. 8. WHO SHOULD LEAD THE FOLLOWING? * DATA GATHERING AND REPORTING * MONITORING AND EVALUATION * OVERSIGHT Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Data gathering and reporting Drawing from WALPI experience, mines are best placed to gather and report information on their procurement spend and suppliers. Mining companies are also able to adjust their vendor registration and validation processes to fill existing information gaps. As such, Chambers of Mines may be best placed to gather and report this information, in particular where they also include mining sector suppliers, from whom they can gather information. Organisations that engage and support local businesses may be well placed for complementing this with further supplier information - in particular Chambers of Commerce and SME support initiatives. Monitoring and evaluation Options include: * Mining industry regulator - Commerce ministry - Concession regulator Based on WALPI experience, M&E systems are often under-resourced in terms of people and skills, vehicles, and information management systems. However, experience has also shown that location within the entity responsible for mining licence issuing and review is more likely to encourage compliance. Oversight Options include: - Parliamentary committees * EITI country offices * Intergovernmental / multi-stakeholder groups * International verification bodies such as Bureau Veritas - NGOs such as Revenue Watch Based on WALPI experience, in-country capacity for oversight may be limited in West African countries, in particular Least Developed Countries, and regional or international support partnerships may therefore be appropriate to provide interim support and build local capacity. 9. TO WHAT EXTENT WILLTHE RECEIVED INFORMATION BE MADE PUBLIC? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project WALPI experience shows that certain levels of transparency can help to increase both public awareness and accuracy of expectations of levels of local spend and benefits, as well as support evaluation and oversight by civil society. For example, sharing aggregate demand and local spend levels by supplier category and changes over time could be useful. This, however, needs to be balanced by confidentiality of commercially sensitive information or information that may impact on competition in the marketplace, e.g. avoiding publishing of individual supplier-mine transactions, average pricing on specific supply items. There may be lessons from FIT in this regard around aggregated information and delays in public release. 10. WHERE WILL ADDITIONAL FUNDING BE REQUIRED TO IMPLEMENT M&E SYSTEMS? HOW CAN IT BE SECURED? Considerations, including experience from the WALPI project Options for funding of additional data gathering, monitoring and evaluation systems include: - General government fiscus e.g. regulator, statistics authority or specialist local procurement verification agency budget - Ring-fenced allocation fron nine royalty payments * In-kind contribution by mines through changes to their reporting systems and/or through a Chamber of Mines - Leveraging existing funding and support programmes that are relevant e.g. government capacity building, EITI, open contracting and open data efforts, e-government systems development - Additional donor contributions e.g. similarto multi-donor trust fund supporting EITI A practical guide to increasing mining local procurement in West Africa 85 Endnotes Module 3 For example, certain codes may benefit from exemptions http://www.revenuewatch.org/sites/default/files/ only for specific use, etc. Genera l%20Regulatory%20Framework%20for%20 " Liberia is in the process of acceding to the WTO Hiring%200f%20Services%20a nd%20Goods%20from%20 National%20Companies%20by%2OCompanies%20in%20 16 For example, Ghana has made commitments to the%200i1%201ndustry.pdf I iberalising trade in services in the folowing sectors, 2 http:www.menas.co.uk/ocacontent/home.subject to specific imitations: construction, health, aspx?country=1&tab=Ia l education, tourism and travel-related services, maritime aspxcounry=&tablawtransport financial services, and communication services. Translation provided by GoogleTranslate on APDN 2011 Limitations applied include minimum capital outlayfor http:/www.skkmigas.go.id/wp-content/ services provided through commercial presence in Ghana, uploads/2012/09/APDN-Addendum-Final-2-Mei-2011. limitations on work permits for provision of services pldf /020/PNAdnu-ia--e-0 through the presence of natural persons, minimum eq uity pdf interest held by Ghanaian nationals (for insurance services World Bank Local content policies in the oil and gas provided through commercial presence), or requirements industry, p. 85-86, http://issuu.com/world.bank. forjoint ventures (specified telecommunications services publications/docs/local_content policies in_the_oil provided through commercial presence). and_gas_sector# 1This article recognises that members whose economies Module4 can only support low standards of living and are in World Bank (2013) FDI spillovers in Sub-Saharan African the early stages of development" may bejustified in natural resources sectors taking protective measures against imports where these World Bank (2013) FDI spillovers in Sub-Saharan African ultimately contribute tothe objectives of GATT natural resources sectors 11 A more detailed look at whatthose commitments are http://www.bitc.org.uk/our-resources/case-studies/bhp- is still needed billiton-world-class-supplier-programmeme-chile#sthash. 19 http://www.wto.org/english/tratope/gproc_e/ Te7krcWF.dpuf memobs_e.htm#memobs http://www.ifc.org/wps/wcm/ 20 http://ictsd.org/i/news/bioresreview/164805/ con nect/6d 5e7b804dadef659a67bf48b49f4568/sba-proj- 21 http://www.twnside.org.sg/title2/ guinea-riotinto.pdf?MOD=AJ PERES resurgence/2013/269-270/econ3.htm 10 http://www.businessedge-africa.com/a bout whatis.php Module 6 Building Markets (2012) Seizing Potential: An overview of 22 See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V3Z4TduMV10; the Liberian marketplace http://www.angloamerican.com/business/copper/ Module 5 projects/coprojects1aspx; http://www.cao- ombudsman.org/cases/Case_detail.aspx?id=185 12 Adapted from McKinsey Global Institute (2013) Reverse Module 8 the curse: Maximising the potential of resource-driven 2 Interview with the ANP Local Content coordinator economies, p. 71 1s Key elements: separate mining lists for each ofthe phases 24 Professor Ethan B. Kapstein ofINSEAD and Dr. Rene Kim, of eploatio, cnstrctin ad opraton; nlyoneWillem Ruster and Hedda Eggeling of Steward Redqueen of exploration, construction and operation; only one list for a company can be in effect at a given time; three possible categories in mining list: equipment & fixed assets, consumables for extraction and concentration of crude substance, consumables fortransforming into semi-finished or finished products; subcontractors lists should be included into permit holder list; etc. 86 L A practicai guideato increasing mining iocai procurement in West Africa