Request for Bid for Constructor to build a Clean Water System for Kampong Luong Floating Tourism Community
Background to VSO
VSO is part of a consortium leading on Green Economy component of Generating Resilient Environments and Promoting Socio-Economic Development of the East Tonle Sap Lake (GREEN) which is a four-year project co-funded by European Union (EU), commencing from March 2021 – February 2025. This consortium is led by Save the Children who also leads on Education component. Other consortium IDE leads on Water, Sanitation and Hygiene. The project aims to support vulnerable East Tonle Sap fishing communities to improve their socio-economic status and resilience to climate change through better access to clean water supply, hygiene, and sanitation (WASH), green economy initiatives and education.
Introduction, background and rationale:
Under the Green Economy component, VSO is working with relevant stakeholders in the community to promote community-based tourism initiatives intending to enhance tourism attraction site. One initiative is to construct a Clean Water System in Kampong Luong Floating Tourism Community, which is a critical infrastructure component for a floating tourism community like Kampong Luong, addressing issues of water scarcity, waste management, environmental sustainability, public health, and regulatory compliance. In addition, it can help the long-term visibility and success of the floating tourism community.
VSO Cambodia is looking for qualified constructors to submit their proposals for the construction of a Clean Water System for 1,470 families (3,716 people) living at Phum 4, Kampong Luong Floating Tourism Community, which is in Kampong Luong Commune, Krakor District, Pursat Province. The Clean Water System will be located close to the Solar System.
· Category:Invitation for Bids
· Location:Pursat Province
Objectives:
Under the supervision of the GREEN Project Manager, the Constructor is responsible for designing, constructing, and commissioning a clean water system that can provide a reliable, sustainable, and safe supply of drinking water for Kampong Luong community. The system should be able to effectively remove contaminants and pathogens from the water source to meet or exceed all relevant water quality standards.
Scope:
The Constructor will be arranged with two months contract and on the ground, support provided by VSO Cambodia. The Constructor will report to the GREEN Project Manager and Technical Coordinator undertake to deliver and complete the following deliverables within the given period which will commence from 1st September to 30th October 2024.
Approach and Methodology:
The clean water system is designed with comprehensive specifications to ensure a reliable, sustainable, and resilient clean water system that can meet the potable water and wastewater treatment needs of the Kampong Luong floating tourism community. The multi-stage filtration and purification process ensures the removal of a wide range of contaminants, meeting the necessary water quality standards.
· Qualifications and Experience:
o The successful constructor for this project should have the following qualifications and experience:
§ Proven track record in the design, construction, and commissioning of clean water systems for similar communities.
§ Expertise in water quality analysis, treatment technology selection, and system optimization.
§ Comprehensive understanding of construction principles, techniques, and materials used in.
§ Ability to analyse and assess structural integrity, load-bearing capacities, and stability requirements specific to the design and purpose of the clean water system.
§ Strong project management skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage budgets and schedules.
§ Aptitude for identifying and resolving construction-related challenges and obstacles that may arise during the project.
§ Experience in capacity building and knowledge transfer to local communities.
§ Results-oriented with the ability to deliver high targets and meet deadlines.
§ Proactive, responsible and creative.
§ Ability to be open minded and respectful.
§ Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations.
Interested constructor should submit a proposal (hard copy) to VSO office Phnom Penh by 13th August 2024 or email provided in the contact details with subject: “Application for Construction of Clean Water System”.
The proposal needs to include:
1. Company profile and relevant experience
2. Proposed approach and methodology for the project
3. Detailed project timeline and budget
4. .Key personnel and their qualifications
5. References from previous similar projects
Only shortlisted applicants will be asked to proceed with the next steps. Should you inquire further information, please contact: Ms. Tith Sokkheang via email.
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· VSOTOR_Constructor to build a Clean Water System