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)

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-387347-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.

2. 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.

Senior Power Engineer _ECOREAP-ToR

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 November 21st, 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)

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Junior Power Engineer for the Project Implementation Unit (PIU)

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES –

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT’S SELECTION)

THE GAMBIA

ELECTRICITY RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION PROJECT (GERMP)

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

Assignment Title: Junior Power Engineer for the Project Implementation Unit (PIU).

Reference No.: GM-NAWEC-379215-CS-INDV 

The Republic of the Gambia is implementing Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project (GERMP) financed by the World Bank, European Investment Bank, and European Union. The main Project Development Objectives are increasing the availability and reliability of electricity supply in the Gambia; improving operational performance of NAWEC; improve the capacity of NAWEC to dispatch variable renewable electricity. In June 2020, the World Bank Board approved Additional Financing for GERMP to address, inter alia, urgent needs in improvement of NAWEC water business.

The project has a component on rural electrification – Design, Supply, and Install electricity distribution infrastructure (Medium Voltage Backbones and Low Voltage networks) to maximize new connections.

A Junior Power Engineer is now being recruited by the Gambia Project Implementation Unit (PIU) to work on relevant projects activities under the supervision of the Senior Power Engineer of the PIU.

The assignment will be for a period of one (1) year, renewable.

  1. SCOPE OF WORK

The Junior Power Engineer’s overall responsibility will be providing technical expertise during project implementation and provide inputs to the ensure timely and efficient implementation of the projects managed under the PIU.

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.
  • Representing the PIU on-site during implementations of works and reporting accordingly to the Senior Power Engineer of the PIU.
  • Report on project related activities and identifying bottlenecks to implementation for swift redress.
  • Take part in reviewing works’ documents, including invoices, acceptance of materials, 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 are of satisfactory technical quality.
  • Participating in monitoring of the implementation of the Environmental and Social Management Plan in liaison with the Safeguard team of the PIU.
  • Reviewing technical documents and ensuring strict control during implementation activities.
  • Contribute to the elaboration of Annual Work Plans and Budgets of the projects under the PIU.
  • Other activities, as instructed by the Senior Power Engineer and the Project Coordinator.

2. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • (i) Bachelor’s degree in Electric Engineering or related fields.
  • (ii) Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) networks.
  • (iii) Fluent in English with excellent written and spoken skills.
  • (iv) Experienced computer user, including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
  • (v) The Engineer will be required to reside around the project sites. Her/his office will be in Farafenni and Basse, depending on the intervention site.
  1. 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 client’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 such as meetings workshops etc.
  • (vi) Support for all site visits required for supervision and monitoring.
  1. FACILITIES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE ENGINEER
  • (i) Mobile phone and communication (Telephone, own internet outside office hours)
  • (ii) In City Personal Transportation.

THE ENGINEER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ARRANGING AND PAYING FOR ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS.

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 mail, or by fax, or by e-mail) by close of business 15th November 2023.  

Managing Director

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 3664125 / 3182113/ 7009342

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

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Junior Water Engineer for the Project Implementation Unit (PIU)

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

(CONSULTING SERVICES –

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT’S SELECTION)

THE GAMBIA

ELECTRICITY RESTORATION AND MODERNIZATION PROJECT (GERMP)

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

Assignment Title: Junior Water Engineer for the Project Implementation Unit (PIU).

Reference No.: GM-NAWEC-379215-CS-INDV 

The Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernization Project (GERMP) additional financing, in the amount of USD 43 million, was approved by the World Bank Board of Directors on 29 June 2020. This project, which expands the scope of the parent GERMP, aims to improve NAWEC’s operational performance for electricity, water and sewerage services and will fund important investments in water and sanitation infrastructure that can help address the water and sanitation crisis in NAWEC’s service area.

The GERMP Additional Financing will provide essential support to NAWEC to address some of these challenges. The project plans to strengthen the utility’s functioning through a service contract covering both electricity and water; the introduction of water drinking modules in the information management system (IMS); training; and strategic studies on sanitation. A separate component will strengthen NAWEC’s planning on non-revenue water reduction; install retail meters and district metered areas (DMAs); introduce energy efficiency measures; construct storage tanks; finance new boreholes and water connections; and improve water quality at selected water treatment facilities.

Moreover, considering the past coronavirus pandemic, the project has provided emergency support to NAWEC to purchase IT equipment for staff and handwashing and hygiene kits to the population; and implement hygiene campaigns. It has provided refilling of water plastic tanks by service providers to water stressed zones in the GBA It will also provide water supply to unconnected areas through borehole drilling and extension of water network, will also purchase needed water distribution spare parts and equipment to ensure continuity of service provision.

NAWEC is now recruiting a Junior Engineer to provide services in design review and supervision of works in the construction of storage tanks, boreholes, water and power transmission lines and related civil works in both the Greater Banjul Areas and Provinces. He/she may also be assigned to participate in specific tasks in sewerage activities as instructed by the Water Consultant and Project Coordinator.

  1. SCOPE OF WORK

The Junior Water Engineer’s overall responsibility will be providing technical expertise during project implementation and inputs to ensure timely and efficient implementation of the projects under the guidance of the Water Consultant. 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 Engineer, technical specifications, drawings, schedules, all technical documents, and works’ documents, including various reports and invoices.
  • Take part in Factory acceptance Tests 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 transmission networks for both water and electricity 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 Water Consultant of the PIU.
  • Contribute to the elaboration of Annual Work Plans and Budgets of the Projects.
  • He/she will report to the Water Consultant.
  • Other activities in water and sewerage services, as instructed by the Water Consultant and the Project Coordinator.

The overall objective of the assignment is to improve the water supply system in Banjul, Brikama, Gunjur, Bwiam, Mansakonko, Farafenni and Kerewan by providing a reliable supply of clean drinking water to these communities through the drilling of new boreholes, constructing electrical networks to power the boreholes, laying raw water transmission lines, rehabilitation/construction of elevated water tanks and improving the water treatment process.

  1. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
    • (i) Minimum bachelor’s degree in electrical and electronic engineering, water engineering, mechanical engineering, or related fields.
    • (ii) Minimum 5 years of relevant experience meant as being involved in water and electricity transmission and distribution works including borehole drilling.
    • (iii) Demonstrated knowledge and experience of the water and sewerage sector in Gambia.
    • (iv) Demonstrated knowledge in power distribution grid extension/reinforcement projects in urban or rural areas will be an added advantage.
    • (v) Fluent in English with excellent written and spoken skills.
    • (vi) Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and ability to do multitasking.
    • (vii) Experienced computer user, including excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
  2. DUTY STATION
    • (i) The Engineer will be required to reside most of the time around the project sites. Her/his time is estimated at 50% in the provinces and 50% in the GBA or as instructed by the Water Consultant or Project Coordinator.
  1. FACILITIES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE ENGINEER
    • (i) Mobile phone and communication (Telephone, own internet outside office hours)
    • (ii) In City Personal Transportation.
    • (iii) The Engineer will be responsible for arranging and paying for his accommodation and meals at his/her designated duty station.
  2. FACILITIES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE PIU
    • The following facilities will be provided by the client to the engineer free of charge.
    • (i) Office Space: Office space with desk shall be provided in the client’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 such as meetings, workshops etc.
    • (vi) Support for all site visits required for supervision and monitoring.
  1. DURATION OF CONTRACT
    • (i) One year period contract renewable after satisfactory evaluation by the Project Coordinator.
  1. APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested candidates should submit their application as follows:

  • A recent CV documenting professional and academic experiences and qualifications relevant to the position.
  • A letter indicating why the candidate considers himself/herself suitable for the required position.

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 mail, or by fax, or by e-mail) by close of business 15th November 2023.  

Managing Director

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 3664125 / 3182113/ 7009342

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

Public Announcement – Water Supply Transmission Line Shutdown

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Public Announcement

NAWEC wishes to inform the public that The Water Distribution Unit will embark on water supply system improvement works on the Marina Parade distribution line on Sunday the 29th of January 2023 between 10 am to 2 pm. During this period, the transmission line will be shut down and water supply to Banjul will be interrupted.

We apologize for any inconvenience during this period.

Thank you.

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST RECRUITMENT OF A CONSULTANCY FIRM TO ASSESS, PROPOSE, AND DESIGN MOST PREFERRED OPTION FOR SEA OUTFALL PIPE

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

 RECRUITMENT OF A CONSULTANCY FIRM TO ASSESS, PROPOSE, AND DESIGN MOST PREFERRED OPTION FOR SEA OUTFALL PIPE

 

Country: The Gambia

Company: National Water and Electricity  Company ( NAWEC)

Sector: Water Business Unit ( WBU )

Financing: NAWEC and The Government of The Gambia

Reference: REOI/ICB/WBU/ NAWEC /001/2022

 

Background 

The National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC) intend to fix the damaged sea outfall pipe which is an important component in the management of Banjul sewage.  In February 2019 works to re-lay and sink the sea outfall was commissioned, the works of which were completed in May 2019. The pipe is currently broken and floating which is yet to be repaired and or re-sunk.

Currently and instead of sewage being pumped through the sea outfall pipe it is being pumped directly into the drains of Banjul. This poses health and environmental concerns as people come in direct contact with contaminated raw sewage, in particular, at the outlet of the Polder Pump station – a recreational area popular with children for fishing and swimming. The floating pipe also poses navigational risks to fishing and other boats operating in the area.

A quick intervention is therefore required to have a functioning disposal system for wastewater generated within the Banjul area. Therefore, the main objective of this assignment is to secure a consultant who will investigate, assess, make recommendations as to the most feasible option and design the option to address the issues outlined above.

The Consultant Firm will be required to complete this assignment in eight (8) weeks.

Scope of Assignment

The consultant is expected to:

Phase 1

Task 1:  Infrastructural Assessment/Study – The firm shall do an initial desktop study of the sea outfall infrastructure which shall be followed up by site visits and a detailed assessment which will enable the consultant to make an informed decision as to the best options.

Task 2: Preferred Solution Design: Provide all the designs for the preferred solution to address having a functioning sea outfall pipe.

Task 3: Development of bill of quantities, technical specifications, and Tender Document: Prepare a tender document with clear specifications and bills of quantities as well as a schedule plan for works implementation.

Phase 2

Task 4:  Manage Tender Process and Supervise Works Implementation: Project manages the entire project cycle from the recruitment of a contractor, and implementation of physical works to completion of all works.

Task 5: Preparation of Completion Report, As-built Plans and Operations Manual: Once work is complete the firm will be required to prepare a completion report on the works implementation as well as as-built plans.

NAWEC now invites eligible Consultancy Firms to indicate their interest in providing this service. Interested Consultancy Firms must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (description of similar assignments, experiences in similar conditions and availability of appropriate professional skills, etc.). The Shortlist criteria will be as follows:

  1. Information about firm’s capacity and number of years in business in this field – 5 points
  2. Technical and managerial organization of the firm – 5 points
  3. General qualification and experience of the firm – 10 points
  4. Specific Experience of the firm in relation to similar assignments conducted in the past – 30 points
  5. Qualification and Experience of the key staff (the Expert identified to lead on this project should hold relevant qualifications with in-depth experience in conducting similar assignments) – 50 points

Interested consultants may obtain further information including the Terms of Reference at the address below during office hours Monday to Thursday 8.00 am to 4.00 pm and Friday 8:00 am – 12:30 pm. Firms are required to submit Technical and Financial Proposal.

Eligibility criteria, establishment of the short-list and the selection procedure shall be in accordance with the Gambia Public Procurement Authority “Rules and Procedures for the use of Consultants’’ GPPA Act 2014 Amended & 2019 Regulation which is available on the GPPA website. www.gppa.gm

Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below by Tuesday 16th August 2022 at 16:00hrs Gambian Time and mention “Recruitment of a Consultancy Firm to assess, propose and design most preferred Option for Sea outfall Pipe”.

Attn: Managing Director

National Water and Electricity Company (NAWEC)

Mamadi Maniyang Highway, Kanifing

P.0.BOX 609

Kanifing

Tel: +220 3449757 /9957957

Email: njuwara@nawec.gm ; ksambou@nawec.gm

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About NAWEC:

At NAWEC we’re proud to live in and work for our country.  Our vision is to be among the top best managed and financially viable water and electricity companies in West Africa by the year 2025.  Key to achieving this vision is having competent and healthy staff that can deliver on the task in order for us to meet the current and future requirements of the Gambia.  That’s where you come in!

About The Gambia:

The Gambia known as ‘The smiling coast of Africa’ is situated in West Africa. It is the smallest country within mainland Africa and is surrounded by Senegal, except for its western coast on the Atlantic Ocean. We have an awesome coastline on our doorstep, plus plenty of cafes, restaurants, along with some amazing provincial villages which makes it a great choice whether you’re seeking a quieter, more rural environment or a greater sense of community, Gambia has a lot to offer.

Projects & Planning Engineer

The Role

The Projects and Planning Engineer will bring his/her experience in project management and asset planning to: assist with the inhouse investigation and delivery of all capital and operational projects and the management of the water supply and wastewater asset planning process to enable effective decision making and long-term planning.

The Person

Must have a degree in Engineering with extensive knowledge in project management and experience working in the Utility Sector. For detailed information click on the link below.

Projects and Planning Engineer (Job Description)

Payment Manager

The Role

The Payment Manager has overall responsibility for Water and Sewerage payments and processes and for revenue reconciliation for Key accounts.  The post holder should have a strong functional relationship with the Group Director of Customer Services and her team.

 The Person

A recognized Professional 3rd Level Qualification ideally to Masters level with extensive experience and exposure in a Water utility preferably at a senior level with 5 years’ experience. For detailed information click on the link below.

Payment Manager (Job Description)

Manager – Non-Revenue Water

The Role

Responsible to lead effective performance of water resource and distribution networks through proactive system monitoring, analysis and operational water resource modelling to support the strategic direction of minimizing and managing water loss.

The Person

Bachelor’s degree in related operational or functional field such as Chemical, civil, hydraulic engineering or data science is desired with extensive experience in the Utility Sector. For detailed information click on the link below.

Manager Non-Revenue Water (Job Description)

Hydraulic Modeler

The Role

The Hydraulic modeler will be responsible for the development, maintenance and operations of water supply hydraulic models and contribute to the development of operations and capex proposals.

The Person

Must have a Degree in Engineering / Environment Science and extensive knowledge of water supply progressive hydraulic modelling and master planning experience. For detailed information click on the link below.

Hydraulic Modeler (Job Description)

Human Resources & Admin Manager

The Role

The HR’s Manager will provide strategic HR and people leadership advice and guidance across the business to ensure staff are motivated to get to work, carry out their work and to return home safely at the end of the day

The Person

Must have a Master’s Degree or with CIPD with clear visions for Human Resource Management and ability to lead the organisation towards the vision while managing the day-to-day activities. For detailed information click on the link below.

HR & Admin Manager (Job Description)

Procurement and Materials Manager

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GERMP Scholarship Award

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GERMP Scholarship Award

 

The National Water and Electricity Company of the Gambia (NAWEC) and the Gambia Technical Training Institute (GTTI), supported by the World Bank through the Gambia Electricity Restoration and Modernisation Project (GERMP) are pleased to announce the establishment of the GERMP Scholarship Award.

 

  1. What is the GERMP Scholarship Award?

The GERMP Scholarship Award is a joint initiative by NAWEC and GTTI to promote a diversified workforce in the Energy and Water sectors in The Gambia, by increasing the number of women and girls working in institutions in these sectors.

 

  1. Who can receive a GERMP Scholarship Award?

The GERMP Scholarship Award is directed at:

  • Female students who want to pursue a career in the energy and water sector and have no previous experience in these fields.
  • Female students who want to advance their studies in these fields (including former and current GTTI students).
  • Women already working in the energy and water sector in the Gambia who want to advance their careers (including but not restricted at NAWEC).

The GERMP Scholarship Award only targets Gambian nationals.

 

  1. What is in the GERMP Scholarship Award Package?

The GERMP Scholarship Award covers for each scholar:

  • The full cost of the training fee, for the training course selected and accepted for each scholar.
  • A monthly stipend of D2.000 (two thousand) to cover transportation and any other related costs (this applies only during the active period of the academic year, and it does not cover for the Holiday period).

The GERMP Scholarship Award also includes a paid internship at NAWEC, in specific training areas, for the scholars with the best academic performance. It should be noted that the final number of annual internships will be subject to NAWEC’s Human Resources Needs.

 

 

  1. What are the application criteria?

The application criteria for the courses offered within the framework of this Program are:

  • For BSC in Engineering: 6 Credits including Math, Further Math, Chemistry, Physics, English Language and credits in the relevant areas of interest.
  • High National Diploma (HND) Programs: 5 Credits including English and Math or at least 4 credits.
  • Technician Programs: 4 Credits including English & Math.
  • Certificate Programs: 4 Credits with a Pass in either Math & English.

For the Technician and Certificate Programs, students can also apply if they have acquired skills and/or have previous experience in the sectors. These skills will be evaluated during the Interview Panel.

 

  1. What are the training courses covered by the GERMP Scholarship Award?

The GERMP Scholarship Award will be available for the following courses offered by GTTI:

  • Solar Water Heating System (6Months)
  • Technician Certificate in Construction (1Yr)
  • Certificate in Electrical/Electronics (1Yr)
  • Certificate in General Engineering I and II ( Mechanical Option + Electrical Option) (1Yr)
  • Certificate in Plumbing & Gas Fitting (1Yr)
  • Diploma in Electrical Electronics (1Yr)
  • Diploma in Renewable Energy Eng. (Photo-Voltaic) (1Yr)
  • In Plumbing & Gas Fitting (1Yr)
  • Diploma in General Engineering (Mechanical Option + Electrical Option) (1Yr)
  • Technician Diploma Construction (2Yrs) (Skills and Competence in Construction provided)
  • Ordinary National Diploma (OND) – Mechanical Engineering (2Yrs)
  • OND Electrical Engineering (2Yrs)
  • High National Diploma (HND) -Mechanical Engineering (2Yrs)
  • HND-Civil Engineering & Architecture (2Yrs)
  • HND-Electrical/Electronic Engineering (2Yrs)
  • BSc Electrical/Electronic Engineering (3Yrs)

 

 

  1. How many GERMP Scholarship Award will be given?

The total number of scholars who will receive the GERMP Scholarship Award is estimated at 54. The initiative is expected to happen every academic year until 2024/2025 but can be ended before, if the number of scholars is achieved before then

The final number of scholars will depend on the number of applications received that comply with the criteria and are selected according to the selection procedure.

 

  1. Can the GERMP Scholarship Award be terminated?

In the event a scholar is found to be in violation of the national laws, including statute or regulations of GTTI, or is convicted of any criminal offence, or due to unsatisfactory progress (as determined by the GTTI), then, after consultations with NAWEC, the Scholarship may be terminated.

 

  1. Where and when will the trainings take place?

The training will take place at GTTI Kanifing Main campus. The training will start in January 2022, for the academic year of 2022.

 

  1. How can I apply to a GERMP Scholarship Award?

To apply for the GERMP Scholarship Award, potential scholars are required to apply to their selected training course at GTTI. This includes the submission of the completed forms to GTTI which  are available at the GTTI Cashier’s desk at a cost of D200 (two hundred). For the selected scholars, this cost will be refunded with their first stipend.

  • For the Technician and Certificate Programs: Students applying based on their acquired skills and/or previous experience in the sectors, will have to submit their Curriculum Vitae and a letter from their employer or any other relevant document attesting to their experience.
  • For BSc and HNDs programs: the potential scholar must also submit a written document stating the justification for the application to the GERMP Scholarship Award.

Further to these, a birth certificate to make proof of nationality will also have to be submitted by all candidates.

All scholarship applications must be submitted to GTTI’s Admissions Office. Interest in this Scholarship must be shown through the admission form in the section provided for this purpose.

 

  1. How will the selection be made?

The selection process is as follows:

  • Phase 1: Verification of the administrative procedures, which includes review of the submitted forms and verification that the potential scholar fulfills the criteria to the selected training. This verification will lead to the development of a shortlist of potential scholars.
  • Phase 2: An Interview Panel will be held with the shortlisted. GTTI and NAWEC staff constitute the Interview Panel.
  • Phase 3: Notification of the scholars awarded the GERMP Scholarship Program.

 

  1. What is the timeline for the attribution of the GERMP Scholarship Award?

The most important dates for the GERMP Scholarship Award for the Academic Year 2022 are:

  • Deadline for applications: October 31st, 2021
  • Evaluation process (Shortlist and Interview): between 17th to 31st November 2021 
  • Communication to the scholars: December 15th, 2021
  • Start of the training: 3rd 2022 (final date to be confirmed)