Tender Notice for 1,000 WASH Supplies in Kismayu – Somalia

INVITATION TO BID / TENDER NOTICE
Tender No: QRCs/SHF/0011/2024 of 1,000 WASH Supplies in Kismayu – Somalia 
Overview:

Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) is a humanitarian organization that strives to assist and empower communities in need, regardless of their place or origin, color, or ethnic group. QRCS was established in 1978 and operates both locally and internationally and has ongoing relief and development projects in several countries. It specializes and provides training in International Humanitarian Law, Disaster Management and Emergency Medical Care and its current strategy covers four areas of work: Disaster Preparedness and Response, Health and Care, Social Rehabilitation and Preserving Human Dignity, and Self Capacity-Building. As a member of the International Movement of Red Cross and Red Crescent, it abides by the seven fundamental principles of humanitarian work, which are: Humanity, Impartiality, Independence, Neutrality, Unity, Universality, and Voluntary Service.

About Qatar Red Crescent Society – Somalia.
In Somalia, Qatar Red Crescent has been running intensive relief, resilience and recovery programs from 2006. Qatar Red Crescent Somalia works across several sectors including WASH, Health, Food Security, and Livelihoods with integration, wherever feasible.

Project Background: 
The Qatar Red Crescent Society (QRCS) has recently secured 2024 Somalia Humanitarian Fund allocations to implement an emergency lifesaving WASH intervention targeting vulnerable internally displaced persons (IDPs) and rural villages in Kismayu. This initiative is part of a broader response to address the urgent needs stemming from the recent influx of IDPs and the impact of environmental challenges, including potential flooding due to El Niño. The project aims to respond to critical gaps in water, sanitation, and hygiene services exacerbated by the displacement of communities and the destruction of essential infrastructure.

The intervention will focus on ensuring equal access to WASH services for the elderly, individuals with disabilities, children and women. QRCS plans to purchase and distribute 1,000 WASH supplies, including water purification tablets, hygiene kits, and sanitation materials, strategically targeting areas with the greatest need. Community representatives, particularly women and girls, will be engaged in the planning and distribution process to ensure that safety and accessibility concerns are adequately addressed in collaboration with local authorities. The intervention will focus on ensuring equal access to WASH services for the elderly, individuals with disabilities, children, and women.

This effort will ultimately enable vulnerable community members get to access adequate WASH supplies, thereby reducing health risks associated with poor sanitation and improving overall public health in the community. Regular supervision by QRCS field officers will ensure the proper execution of distribution activities, reinforcing QRCS’s commitment to delivering effective and sustainable WASH solutions.

Activity Objective:
Provide emergency and sustainable lifesaving WASH response package to 12,300 vulnerable populations 

1.    Work scope: 
Purchase and distributions of 1,000 WASH Supplies in Kismayu rural areas and IDP camps:  (Barkada Sharifada (200), New Qamqam IDP (300), Istanbuul (300), and Yontoy (200).) as below:
For further information, the following are incorporated with this tender:
•    The attached BoQ.
•    Specifications
ANNEXES: 
•    Annex 1: Bill of Quantities (BoQ) and specifications. 
 How to apply
Please ensure your application includes the following documents:
1.    Quoted Billing Quantity (BOQ): Stamped and signed.
2.    Company Profile: A comprehensive overview of your organization.
3.    Bank Statement: For the last six months with signed and Stamp.
4.    Valid Company License: Issued by the Ministry of Commerce Federal Government- Somalia (expired licenses will not be accepted).
5.    Updated Tax Clearance Certificates: Federal and State level.
6.    Passport: Include a valid copy of the Chairperson's passport. 
7.    Contract Agreements: Include copies of two to three and more contracts for previous projects in similar environments.
8.    Previous Clients or Projects: A list of previous clients or projects worked on..
9.    Language: All bids must be written in English
Note: Only hard copy submissions will be accepted.
Reminder: Early submission is highly encouraged.
1. Bill of Quantity of 1,000 WASH Supplies in Kismayu rural areas and IDP camps (See attached)
Please submit your bid to the QRCS Office located on Airport Road, next to the Qatar Embassy, Madina Gate, Airport Entrance, Wadajir District, Mogadishu, Somalia, by 29th October 2024, before 4:00 PM.
Important Submission Guidelines:
•    Delivery Schedule: service will be delivered in the 1-3 week of November 2024. Ensure sufficient stock for timely deliveries.
•    Responsibilities: The bidder is responsible for security, transportation, loading, and offloading until the goods are handed over to Qatar Red Crescent staff in the field.
•    Tender Documents: Available for free from the Logistics Department or via download at www.somalijobs.com from 24th October to Oct 29, 2024 (4:00 PM).
•    Submission: Sealed bids should be submitted to the Qatar Red Crescent office tender box located at Airport Road, next to Qatar Embassy, Madina Gate, Airport Entrance, Wadajir District, and Mogadishu, Somalia. For inquiries, contact: 0616989691 or email: [email protected] 
Note: Successful bidders will receive detailed delivery dates and plans later.
•    Proposals must be submitted in two separate attachments: 
1.    Mandatory Requirements and Technical Documents 
2.    Financial Proposals
•    Envelope Technical write: TENDER NOTICE REF: QRCs/SHF/0011/2024
•    Envelope Financial write: TENDER NOTICE REF: QRCs/SHF/0011/2024

Note: Bidders who combine the technical and financial proposals will be disqualified.
For more information, please contact:
•    Email: [email protected]
•    Phone: 0616989691
Please be aware that bids received after the deadline will not be considered.
Important Note: for suppliers any company submitting tender documents via email will be disqualified
The tender deadline for submitting quotation and documents is 29th October 2024 at any tender or Document received late then this date and time will not be accepted.