Specific Procurement Notice – Procurement, Supply & Installation of Retrofitting Public Sector Buildings

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Specific Procurement Notice

Request for Bids

Country: The Gambia

Name of Project: Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project (GERMP)

Contract Title: Procurement, Supply & Installation of Retrofitting Public Sector Buildings

Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: IDA – D6530

RFB Reference No.: GM-NAWEC-436060-GO-RFB

1.The Republic of The Gambia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contracts for procurement, Supply and installation of retrofitting for public sector buildings. For this contract, the Borrower shall process the payments using the Direct Payment disbursement method, as defined in the World Bank’s Disbursement Guidelines for Investment Project Financing.

2. The National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC) now invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for the procurement, supply and installation of retrofitting public sector building. Bidding will be conducted through international competitive procurement using a Request for Bids (RFB) as specified in the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”) and is open to all eligible Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations.

3. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from

Mrs. Haddy Njie – Project Coordinator National Water & Electricity Company Limited

Telephone: +220 9961301/+220 7009342

Electronic mail address:

hnjie@nawec.gm,mfsanyang@nawec.gm asallah@nawec.gm

and inspect the bidding document during

office hours at the address given below.

4. Financial Capability: The Bidder shall submit audited financial statements or, if not required by the law of the Bidder’s country, other financial statements acceptable to the Purchaser, for the last 3 years prior to bid submission deadline, demonstrating the current soundness of the Bidder’s financial position. For a joint venture, this requirement shall be met by each member.

5. Specific Experience: The Bidder shall demonstrate that it has successfully completed at least 2 similar contracts within the last five (5) years prior to bid submission deadline, each with a value of at least US$1 million that have been successfully and substantially completed and that are similar in nature and complexity to the Goods and Related Services under the Contract. For a joint venture, this requirement may be met by all members combined.

6. The bidding document in English may be purchased by interested Bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below and upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of USD 300. The method of payment will be bank transfer. The document will be sent by electronic mail in PDF format or a link for downloading will be provided. Should a bidder require hardcopy, it will be sent by courier mail, however, such bidder will have to make own pick up and shipment arrangement.

7. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 16th December 2024 @ 12:00 p.m. Electronic Bidding will not be Late Bids will be rejected. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the Bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend at the address below on 16th December 2024 at 12:30 p.m.

8. All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security in the amount of US$36,000 (Thirty-six Thousand Dollars)

9. Attention is drawn to the Procurement Regulations requirement requiring the Borrower to disclose information on the successful bidder’s beneficial requirement, as part of the Contract Award Notice, using the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form as included in the bidding document

10. The address(es) referred to above is (are):

Attention: Mrs. Haddy Njie – Project Coordinator

Address: National Water & Electricity Company Limited,

Project Implementation Unit

Emporium III Building, Faraja

114 Kairaba Avenue

Floor/ Room number: Conference Room, 1st Floor

City: Banjul

Country: The Gambia

Telephone: +220 996 1301/ 9967791/ 7009342

Electronic mail address:  hnjie@nawec.gm, (and copy to mfsanyang@nawec.gm), asallah@nawec.gm

Procurement and Supply of Crane Truck for Transmission and Distribution Department

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PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY OF CRANE TRUCK FOR TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION DEPARTMENT

Date:  1st October 2024

Company Name:  National Water and Electricity Company

Contract Title: PROCUREMENT AND SUPPLY OF CRANE TRUCK FOR TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION DEPARTMENT

IFB No: NAWEC/TDD/ICB/CRANE/2024

  1. The National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC) has budgeted funding for the Procurement and Supply of Crane Truck for Transmission and Distribution Department and intends to place a contract for the supply and delivery of these goods.
  2. The National Water and Electricity Company now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the supply of the following:

 

No. Description Specification QTY
1 Crane Truck As Specified 2
       

 

  1. Bidding will be conducted through the International Competitive Bidding (ICB) procedures in accordance with requirement of the Gambia Procurement Authority Act 2022.
  2. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from and inspect the Bidding Documents during official hours Monday to Thursday from 8:00am to 4:00pm and Fridays 8:00am to 12:30pm at the address given below:

 

Managing Director
National Water and Electricity

53 Mamady Maniyang

P.O. BOX 609
Kanifing Industrial Estate

Email: naweccontractscommittee@nawec.gm; fkinteh@nawec.gm  mabah@nawec.gm;

 

4. A complete set of Bidding Documents in English may be purchased by interested   bidders upon submission of a written application to the above address and upon payment of a non-refundable fee of US $ 300.00 (Three Hundred United States Dollars). The method of Payment is bank transfer. The document will be sent via email upon payment and requesting the same on the written application.

5. Electronic Bidding will not be permitted, and late bids will be rejected.

6. A bid security shall be required. The amount and currency of the bid security shall be US $20,000.00 (Twenty Thousand United States Dollars), or Equivalent in GMD or any other convertible currency stated under ITB15.1

7. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 12:00hrs (local time) on Thursday 31st October 2024.

 

Managing Director
National Water and Electricity

53 Mamady Maniyang

P.O. BOX 609
Kanifing Industrial Estate

Banjul The Gambia

 

  1. Bids will be opened in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend in person at the address above at 12:30hrs (local time) Thursday 31st October 2024.

 

INVITATION TO QUOTE – Procurement of Energy Audit Materials Phase II

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INVITATION TO QUOTE

Project Title: Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project
Source of Funding (loan/credit/grant no.): D6530-GM
Contract Name: Procurement of Energy Audit Materials Phase II
Contract Ref: GM-NAWEC-429426-GO-RFQ
Date: 18th July 2024.

1. The National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC) has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract for procurement and Supply of Materials for the Implementation of Energy Audit Short Term Recommendations for Water and Sewerage Business Unit Phase II. NAWEC now invites quotations from suppliers for the Goods.

2. Qualifications Requirements
• Minimum average annual turnover for the last 3 years: US$60,000 The number shall be supported by audited financial statements.
• Contractual experience: minimum 2 similar contracts during the last 5 years with a minimum contract value of US$100,000. Similar contracts.
Contractual experience shall be supported by references from the Employers.

3. A complete set of Request for Quotation (RFQ) documents in English will be provided to interested eligible bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below at free.

4. Submission of Quotations

a. Signed quotations in a seal envelope shall be delivered to the address below.
Attention: Project Coordinator
Projects Implementation Unit
National Water and Electricity Company Limited
Empourium III, Fajara
P.O.Box 609, Banjul
The Gambia
Telephone: +220 3664125/7009342/9967791
Email: hnjie@nawec.gm, mfsanyang@nawec.gm , asallah@nawec.gm

b. The deadline for submission of Quotations is 15th August 2024 @ 12:00pm local time late quotation will be rejected.

Job Opportunity – Network Engineer

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Job Opportunity: Network Engineer

Are you a skilled Network Engineer looking to advance your career in a dynamic and innovative environment? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as we continue to expand and enhance our network infrastructure.

Position: Network Engineer

Location: NAWEC HQ

Type: Full-time

Number required: 2.

Closing Date: Friday 5th April 2024

 

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and maintain our organization’s network infrastructure to ensure high availability, reliability, and security.
  • Perform network troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve issues promptly, minimizing downtime and optimizing performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute network upgrades, migrations, and expansions.
  • Implement and enforce network security policies and procedures to safeguard against cyber threats and unauthorized access.
  • Monitor network performance and analyse traffic patterns to identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in networking and cybersecurity to enhance our network capabilities.

 

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field (BSc).
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in network engineering and administration.
  • Strong understanding of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, VLANs, and routing protocols.
  • Proficiency in network hardware and software, such as routers, switches, firewalls, and network management tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Additional certification such as Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) and knowledge of cybersecurity principles will be considered a significant advantage.

Why Join Us:

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative and supportive environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance and retirement.
  • Professional development opportunities and support for continued education and certifications.
  • Chance to make a meaningful impact on our organization’s network infrastructure and security posture.

 

If you’re a passionate Network Engineer with a drive for excellence and a desire to grow professionally, we want to hear from you! Apply now by sending your handwritten application, resume and cover letter to:

Managing Director

NAWEC

53 Mamady maniyang Highway, Kanifing

 

Join us as we build and secure the networks of tomorrow.

Job Advertisement – Software Manager

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Job Advertisement: Software Manager

Are you a seasoned software engineer with a knack for leadership and a passion for driving impactful projects? We’re seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Software Manager. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, excel in software engineering, and have a strong command of Python, Java, PHP, SQL, and full-stack web development, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

 

Position: Software Manager

Location: NAWEC HQ

Closing Date: Friday 10th April 2024

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor a team of talented software engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
  • Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from concept to delivery, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions.
  • Drive the technical direction of projects, making strategic decisions to meet business objectives and deadlines.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and QA, to deliver exceptional software products.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies, leveraging them to continuously improve our development processes and products.
  • Efficient software testing techniques.

Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in software engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • Proven experience in software engineering, with a strong background in Python, Java, PHP, SQL and full-stack web development.
  • Previous leadership or management experience, with a track record of successfully leading teams to deliver high-impact projects.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a strategic mindset, with the ability to navigate complex technical challenges and drive innovative solutions.
  • Passion for learning and staying up to date with the latest technologies and best practices in software development.

 

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development through training, conferences, and certifications.
  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and creativity.
  • Chance to work on cutting-edge projects with a talented and diverse team.

 

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a meaningful impact in the world of software development, we want to hear from you! Apply now by sending your handwritten application, resume and cover letter to:

Managing Director

NAWEC

53 Mamady maniyang Highway, Kanifing

 

Join us in shaping the future of software innovation!

Specific Procurement Notice – Design, Supply, and Installation of 33/11KV Substations and 11/0.415KV Package Substations within the GBA

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Specific Procurement Notice

Invitation for Bids

Plant
Design, Supply, and Installation

(Without Prequalification)

 

 

IFB Number: NAWEC-GESREP-CW-02

Employer: National Water and Electricity Company Limited

Project: Gambia Electricity System Reinforcement and Expansion Project (GESREP)

Contract title: Design, Supply, and Installation of 33/11KV Substations and 11/0.415KV Package Substations within the GBA

Country: The Gambia

Loan No. /Credit No. / Grant No.: 5900155018402

Procurement Method: Open Competitive Bidding (International) (OCBI)

IFB OCBI No: NAWEC-GESREP-CW-02

Issued on:  22nd March 2024

 

  1. The government of The Gambia has received financing from the African Development Bank (AfDB) hereinafter called the Bank toward the cost of the Gambia Electricity System Reinforcement and Expansion Project (GESREP), and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the Contract for 33/11KV Substations and 11/0.415KV Package Substations within the GBA. For this contract, the Borrower shall process the payments using the Direct Payment disbursement method, as defined in the Bank’s Disbursement Guidelines and procedures for Investment Project Financing.
  2. The National Water and Electricity Company Limited now invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for:

One Lot – Design, supply, and installation of 33/11KV Substations and

– 11/0.415KV Package Substations within the GBA.

  1. Bidding will be conducted through the Open Competitive Bidding (International), OCBI procedures as specified in the Bank’s Procurement Framework dated October, 2015], IFB and is open to all eligible Bidders as defined in the Procurement Framework.
  2. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from National Water and Electricity Company Limited, Project Implementation Unit and inspect the bidding document during office hours 08:00 a.m to 16:00 p.m. at the address given below:
  3. The bidding document in English language may be purchased by interested eligible Bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below and upon payment of a nonrefundable fee of US$300. The method of payment will be direct deposit to the Project account. The document will be sent by email.
  4. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 15th May 2024. Electronic bidding will not be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the Bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend at the address below.
  5. All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security of US$135,000.00.
  6. Attention is drawn to the Procurement Framework requiring the Borrower to disclose information on the successful bidder’s beneficial ownership, as part of the Contract Award Notice, using the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form as included in the bidding document.
  7. The address(es) referred to above is (are):

 

Project Coordinator

Project Implementation Unit

National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC)

Emporium III Building, Fajara

Banjul, The Gambia

Conference Room, 1st Floor.

Telephone: +220 3664125/3182113/7009342

Email: hnjie@nawec.gm and mfsanyang@nawec.gm, asallah@nawec.gm

Procurement of Materials for the Maintenance of the Transmission & Distribution Network

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Procurement of Materials for the Maintenance of the Transmission & Distribution Network

Date:  3rd March 2024

Company Name:  National Water and Electricity Company

Contract Title: Procurement of Materials for the Maintenance of the Transmission & Distribution Network

IFB No: NAWEC/EBU/TDD/ICB/2024

  1. The National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC) has budgeted funding for the procurement of Materials for the Maintenance of the Transmission & Distribution network and intends to place a contract for the supply and delivery of these goods.
  1. The National Water and Electricity Company now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the supply of the following:
ITEM QTY DELIVERY PERIOD Delivery Location
1.Cables & Conductors As per Schedule of Requirement 15-20 Weeks Brikama Ballast, Brikama, WCR
2.Transformers As per Schedule of Requirement 15-20 Weeks Brikama Ballast, Brikama, WCR
3.Insulators & Surge Arrest As per Schedule of Requirement 15-20 Weeks Brikama Ballast, Brikama, WCR
4.OHL & Cable Accessories As per Schedule of Requirement 15-20 Weeks Brikama Ballast, Brikama, WCR
5. Cable & Accessories for RPD As per Schedule of Requirement 15-20 Weeks Brikama Ballast, Brikama, WCR
  1. Bidding will be conducted through the International Competitive Bidding (ICB) procedures in accordance with requirement of the Gambia Procurement Authority Act 2022.
  1. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from and inspect the Bidding Documents during official hours Monday to Thursday from 8:00am to 4:00pm and Fridays 8:00am to 12:30pm at the address given below:

Managing Director
National Water and Electricity

53 Mamady maniyang

P.O. BOX 609
Kanifing Industrial Estate

Email: ksambou@nawec.gm  fkinteh@nawec.gm

 

  1. A complete set of Bidding Documents in English may be purchased by interested   bidders upon submission of a written application to the above address and upon payment of a non-refundable fee of US $ 300.00 (Three Hundred United States Dollars). The method of Payment is bank transfer. The document will be sent via email upon payment and requesting the same on the written application.
  1. Electronic Bidding will not be permitted, and late bids will be rejected.
  2. A bid security shall be required. The amount and currency of the bid security shall be US $20,000.00 (Twenty Thousand United States Dollars), or Equivalent in GMD or any other convertible currency stated under ITB15.1
  3. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 12:00hrs (local time) on Tuesday 9th April 2024.

 

Managing Director
National Water and Electricity

53 Mamady maniyang

P.O. BOX 609
Kanifing Industrial Estate

Banjul The Gambia

  1. Bids will be opened in the presence of bidders’ representatives who choose to attend in person at the address above at 12:15hrs (local time) Tuesday 9th April 2024.

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – Senior Power Engineer for Project Implementation Unit

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

The Gambia

ECOWAS-REGIONAL ELECTRICITY ACCESS PROJECT (ECOREAP)

 Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: IDA/ D4070

Assignment Title: Senior Power Engineer for Project Implementation Unit. (As per Procurement Plan): GM-NAWEC-408463-CS-INDV

The Project Implementation Unit of National Water and Electricity Company Ltd, NAWEC-PIU, is preparing and implementing the Gambia-related part of the ECOWAS-Regional Electricity Access Project, Phase 1 (REAP1), a World Bank funded project. The Project Development Objective is to increase grid electricity access in Guinea-Bissau, Mali, and The Gambia. The project aims to provide access to around 1.1 million people in specific localities in each country selected, following a first order least cost geospatial planning within a 100-km radius of the substations of the OMVG in The Gambia and Guinea Bissau, and the substations of the OMVS in Mali. The project comprises three components: (i) Design and construction of electricity distribution grid aiming to maximize new people’s connections; to the grid, (ii) Supervision of the construction and technical advisory, and (iii) Technical assistance and project management.

The design phase for the major contract of the REAP1 is complete, and this covers a base-list of 298 communities with the Following scope: 521 km MV lines, 361 substations ans 1 259 km LV lines. Then, additional communities (around 85) are identified and the recruitment of a firm, to design the additional scope and develop and Employer’s Requirements, is ongoing. NAWEC-PIU is also implementing in the rural areas’ other projects similar to the ECOWAS REAP1 and funded by EU, EIB, World Bank, and AfDB.  In total, more than 1000 km MV lines, more than 2000 km LV lines, and more than 700 communities are identified and committed. In the GBA (Grand Banjul Area), the NAWEC-PIU also implements a 20 MWp Solar Plant, a National Control Centre, a 17 km 225kV Transmission Line, a HV/MV Substation, MV/MV Substations, and MV/LV substations.

To address the temporary overload of staff due to the significant increase of activities, the NAVEC-PIU needs to get an additional senior power engineer directly operational in the team. Hence, a Senior Power Engineer is now being recruited by NAWEC – PIU, in relation with the World Bank, to work on relevant projects activities of the unit. The assignment will be for a period of one-year renewable, full time.

  1. SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Senior Power Engineer’s responsibility will be ensuring technical preparation and monitoring of implementation of all the power lines and substations projects, under the PIU and in relation with the RCU and the owner’s engineer.  Activities to be performed include but are not limited to the following:

i.   Provide engineering support to the PIU during projects preparations, managements, and implementations.

ii.  Provide inputs to specifications/employers’ requirements/ToRs for bidding documents/RFPs, for power lines and substations.

iii. Oversee project preparations, particularly in aspects related to designs, works, equipment specifications, and other technical aspects like substation protection and control system, under the general management of the Coordinator of the PIU.

iv.  Provide technical support during bidding stages, prequalification, shortlisting, bid evaluation, contract negotiation, drafting of contract, etc.

v.   Review all technical documents; designs, specifications, and construction schedule submitted by Contractors, ensuring strict control for proper and quality implementations of the project, in relation with the owner’s engineer.

vi.  Ensure that bidding documents, project implementations, and contracts adheres to all technical details and international standards, for the lines and substations as well.

vii.  Attend Factory Acceptance Tests and inspect the quality and quantity of the equipment.

viii. Supervise the implementation of all the projects to conform to approved design.

ix.   Supervise commissioning conducted on all the projects and issue reports.

x.    Follow up on correspondences between the RCU, Owner’s Engineers, Contractors, and the other stakeholders.

xi.   Monitor the implementation of the projects schedules to ensure adherence with the project timeline.

xii.  Review the reporting from Contractors and Owners’ Engineers

xiii. Review the invoices of Owners’ Engineers and contractors.

xiv. Monitor the implementation of the Quality Management Plan set up by contractors and safety arrangements during works (Personal protective equipment, Staff certifications to handle specific electricity related tasks, etc.)

xv.  Collect all relevant information on the constructions, anticipate and identify problems and risks arising and recommend necessary actions to the Project Coordinator

xvi.  Assess and advise on all proposed technical variations and report on justification or otherwise of claims.

xvii. Respond effectively to any other job assigned by the Project Coordinator

xviii. Contribute to elaborate Annual Work Plans, annual budgets, as well as the quarterly, biannual, and annual reports of the projects.

xix.   Assist the Project Coordinator in supervising contractors’ performances in handling technical issues, then provide corrective instructions as needed.

xx.    Assist the Project Coordinator in the preparation during missions of supervisions, meetings with the RCU, internal meetings and Steering Committee meetings.

xxi.  Other activities, as instructed by the Managing Director through the Project Coordinator.

  1. QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Qualification and skills requirements

Qualification

Must hold a master’s degree in electrical engineering or related fields.

Skills

  • Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent writing and reporting skills.
  • Experienced computer user, including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
  • Good skills in information technology and communication tools.
  • Fluent in English, and knowledge in French will be an added advantage.

General Experience

  • Significant exposure to the electricity sector with a minimum of 10 years’ professional experience in working on power distribution projects.
  • Desirable regional (West Africa) experience of 3 years.
  • experience on Donor’s funded projects.

Specific experience

  • Have been involved, in the last five (5) years, at least in two (2) engineering or implementation of projects of power distribution grid extension/reinforcement in rural or suburban areas, with following minimum size: 100 km MV lines, 25 substations, 200 km LV lines.
  • Experience and understanding of methodology of power system planning and analysis software, as well as rules for the interconnection of electricity networks.

3. DUTY STATION AND CONTRACT DURATION

It is estimated that the workload will be 120 staff-days spread over the total contract period of one year. NAWEC, at its discretion, and based on the evaluation of performance, may extend the services.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 and revised November 2017 and July 2018 and November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 08:00 to 16:00.

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by fax, or by e-mail) by close of business February 29th, 2024.  

Senior Power Engineer ToR

PIU-GAMBIA

Attention: Mrs. Haddy Njie – Project Coordinator

Address: National Water & Electricity Company Limited,Project Implementation Unit

Emporium III Building, Fajara

114 Kairaba Avenue

Floor/ Room number: Conference Room, 1st Floor

City: Banjul

Country: The Gambia

Telephone: +220 996 1301/ 9967791/ 7009342

Electronic mail address: hnjie@nawec.gm, (and copy to mfsanyang@nawec.gm, asallah@nawec.gm)

INVITATION TO BID – Procurement and supply of Borehole Materials

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INVITATION TO BID

 Reference No.: NAWEC/WD/ ICB/001/2024

 Project Name: Procurement and supply of Borehole Materials

 

Dear Sir/Madam:

You are hereby invited to be a Bidder in the Tender described herein. The Gambia Public Procurement Act defines a Tender as a type of Bid and anyone submitting a Tender or other Bid is known as a Bidder. Under the Tender process, there will be a public opening of all bids received at the place and at the time stated in paragraph 8 below.

  1. The National Water and Electricity Company Limited (NAWEC) has budgeted funding for the Procurement and Supply of Borehole Materials.
  1. The National Water and Electricity Company now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders for the Procurement and Supply of Borehole Materials as follows:

 

LOT 1:

 

No DESCRIPTION QUANTITY DELIVERY PERIOD
 1. Well master riser pipe  150 meters Within 8 weeks after contract signature.
2.. Well master Coupler  6
3. 18.5 KW Pumps and Motors  3
4. 18. 5 KW Control Panel  3
5.  Steel Trunking 10

 

 

LOT 2:

 

 

No DESCRIPTION SIZE QUANTITY DELIVERY PERIOD
 1. Complete wellhead (hotdipped galvanized material)  DN400  3 Within 8 weeks after contract
2.. 90degree double ironbend (to be equipped with manometer)  DN150  3
3. Manometer (pressure gauge)  3/4″  3
4. Ductile iron tee D150 X 80 3
5. Butterfly valve DN80 3
6. Single orifice air valve DN80 3
7. Harnessed coupling DN150 3
8. Ductile iron flanged spigot 500mm long  DN150  3
9. Double flanged DI Kent water meter  DN150  3
10. All flanged ductile iron tee  DN150 X 80  3
11. Ductile iron sluice valve DN100 3
12. Ductile iron non return valve  DN150  3
13. Double flanged DI pipe 500mm long  DN150  3
14. Ductile iron sluice valve DN150 3
15. Double flanged bend 45degree  DN150  3
16. Ductile iron flanged adopter  DN150  3
17. Double flanged DI pipe 2000mm long  DN100  3
18. 45 Double flanged DI bend  DN100  3
19. Tap 3/4″ 3
20. Flat rubber gasket DN150 20
21. Flat rubber gasket DN100 20
22. Flat rubber gasket DN80 20
23. Bolts and nuts M20 X 70 150
24. Bolts and nuts M16 X 70 150

 

 

 

Lot 3

 

WELL HEAD and KIOSK CIVIL WORKS MATERIAL

 

Item Description Unit Qty
1. 12mm Iron rod Ea 135
2. 8mm Iron rod Ea 60
3. Sand Cubic 30
4. Basalt Cubic 30
5. Binding wire 5kg 6
6. Cement 50kg 240
7. 12mm plywood Ea 18
8. 2×2 Pine wood Ea 30
9. 2×3 Pine wood Ea 30
10. 4” Nail kg 30
11. 2”Nail kg 15

 

 

 

3. Bidding will be conducted through the International Completive Bidding (ICB) Procedure in accordance with requirement of the Gambia Public Procurement Authority Act 2022.

  1. Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from and inspect the bidding document during official hours Monday to Thursday from 8:00 am to 4:00Pm and Friday 8:00 am to 12:30 pm at the address given below.

Senior Procurement Manager

National Water and Electricity Company Limited 53 Mamadi Maniyang Highway

P.O. Box 609

Kanifing Industrial Estate

Email: ksambou@nawec.gm, snyang@nawec.gm Tel: +220 9969757 +220 3443037

  1. A complete set of Bidding Document in English Language may be purchased by interested Bidders upon submission of a written application to the e-mail addresses and upon payment of a non- refundable fee of USD100.00. The method of payment is Bank transfer. The document will be sent via email.
  1. Electronic Bidding will not be permitted, and late bids will be rejected.
  1. A bid Security from a reputable Bank shall be required in the amount of USD 2,000.00 (Two thousand dollars).

 

  1. Bid must be delivered to the address below on or before 12:00pm (local Time) on 15th February 2024.

 

Managing Director

National Water and Electricity Company Limited

53 Mamadi Maniyang Highway

P.O. Box 609

Kanifing Industrial Estate Email: njuwara@nawec.gm

Tel: +220 9969757/3443037

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – Junior Power Engineer for Project Implementation Unit

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

The Gambia
ECOWAS-REGIONAL ELECTRICITY ACCESS PROJECT (ECOREAP)

Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: IDA/ D4070

Assignment Title: Junior Power Engineer for Project Implementation Unit. (As per Procurement Plan): GM-NAWEC-387349-CS-INDV

National Water and Electricity Company Ltd, NAWEC, is preparing and implementing the Gambia-related part of the World Bank funded ECOWAS-Regional Electricity Access Project, Phase I (ECOWAS-REAP1). The Project Development Objective is to increase grid electricity access in Guinea-Bissau, Mali, and The Gambia. The project aims to provide access to around 1.1 million people in specific localities selected in the countries following a first order least cost geospatial planning within a 100-km radius of the substations of the OMVG in The Gambia and Guinea Bissau, and the substations of the OMVS in Mali. The project comprises three components: (i) Design and build of electricity distribution infrastructure (Medium Voltage – MV and Low Voltage – LV) to maximize new connections; (ii) Supervision of the construction and technical advisory; and (iii) Technical assistance and project management.

For the project management, the Junior Power Engineer of the Gambia Project Implementation Unit (PIU) needs technical assistance to handle properly various activities he is in charge of. For this, a Junior Power Engineer is now being recruited by the Gambia Project Implementation Unit (PIU), in relation with the World Bank, to work under the supervision of the Senior Power Engineer of the PIU, on relevant activities of the ECOWAS-REAP1 project and any other projects implemented under the PIU.

1. SCOPE OF WORK

The Junior Power Engineer’s overall responsibility will be providing technical expertise during project implementation and inputs to ensure timely and efficient implementation of the projects. Activities to be performed include but are not limited to the following:

– Participating in the review of the designs prepared by the Contractors and the Owner’s Engineers, technical specifications, drawings,  schedules, all technical documents and works’ documents, including various reports and invoices.
– Take part in acceptance of materials (FAT & SAT), control of the works’ compliance with Employer’s Requirements, and all other necessary  supervision activities, to ensure that construction of the distribution networks is implemented on time, efficiently, safely, and with high      technical quality.
– Representing the PIU on-site during implementation of works and reporting accordingly to the Senior Power Engineer of the PIU.
– Contribute to the elaboration of Annual Work Plans and Budgets of the projects.
– Other activities, as instructed by the Senior Power Engineer and the Project Coordinator.

2. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
(i) Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related fields.
(ii) Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience meant as being involved in power distribution grid operation activities or in power distribution grid extension/reinforcement projects in urban or rural areas.
(iii) Fluent in English with excellent written and spoken skills.
(iv) Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
(v) Experienced computer user, including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.

3. DUTY STATION
Besides the PIU office for sometimes, the Engineer will be required to reside most of the time around the project sites. Her/his office will be in Farafenni and Basse, depending on the intervention site.

4. FACILITIES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE PIU
The following facilities will be provided by the client to the consultant free of charge.
(i) Office Space: Office space with desk shall be provided in the PIU’s office or as it may be agreed.
(ii) Laptop, Office facilities: printing facilities, photocopying, copying paper writing materials etc.
(iii) Documents: All the documents and available data and information concerning the Project.
(iv) Internet facilities within the office.
(v) Business transport within the city for meetings, workshops, etc.
(vi) Support for all site visits required for supervision and monitoring.

5. FACILITIES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE CONSULTANT
(i) Mobile phone and communication (Telephone, own internet outside office hours).
(ii) In City Personal Transportation.
(iii) Accommodation and meals.

6. DURATION OF CONTRACT
1 year period contract renewable after satisfactory evaluation contract alongside the project implementation

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016 and revised November 2017 and July 2018 and November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.

A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 08:00 to 16:00.

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Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by fax, or by e-mail) by close of business November 30th, 2023.

PIU-GAMBIA
Attention: Mrs. Haddy Njie – Project Coordinator
Address: National Water & Electricity Company Limited,
Project Implementation Unit
Emporium III Building, Fajara
114 Kairaba Avenue
Floor/ Room number: Conference Room, 1st Floor
City: Banjul
Country: The Gambia
Telephone: +220 996 1301/ 9967791/ 7009342
Electronic mail address: hnjie@nawec.gm, (and copy to mfsanyang@nawec.gm, asallah@nawec.gm)