Company Profile

SNV is a not-for-profit international development organisation that applies practical know-how to make a lasting difference in the lives of people living in poverty. We use our extensive and long-term in-country presence to apply and adapt our top-notch expertise in agriculture, energy, and WASH to local contexts. SNV has an annual turnover of €130 million, over 1,250 staff in more than 25 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. We are proud to be a not-for-profit organisation that uses project financing to implement our mission. This requires us to work efficiently and to invest in operational excellence.

SNV has worked in Ghana since the 1992 and currently has offices in Accra, Tamale, and Nandom. 

For more information on SNV, visit our website: www.snv.org

Job Description

TERMS OF REFERENCE

Construction of Eleven (11) 4-seater KVIP latrines for schools in the Nandom and Lambussie Districts under Healthy Future for All Project

SNV has been present in Ghana since 1992 and is currently implementing a Water, Sanitation and Hygiene and Nutrition in Ghana's Nandom and Lambussie Districts in the Upper West Region. The three-year project is called Healthy Future for All (HF4A) and it is aimed to improve the quality of life for all and specifically increase the number of children under 15 years growing up in a hygienic environment at home and in school. To improve access to sanitation facilities, the project will construct and rehabilitate institutional latrines in Nandom Municipality and Lambussie District. The intervention is fully funded by the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust.

The Terms of Reference (TOR) sets out the scope of works for interested construction company or Civil Engineering Contractors to participate in the project. The rationale behind this TOR is to provide a basic framework to guide interested tenderers in their submissions to undertake the works described herein.

Objective

The main objective of the assignment is to Construct KVIP latrines for Schools in the Nandom Municipality and Lambussie District in the Upper West Region.

Scope of Works

The scope of works to be undertaken by the contractor shall include the following;

1. Construction of 4-seater KVIP latrines with urinal
2. Separate cubicle for girls as changing room

NB: details of the works is spelt out in the bill of quantities (BOQ).

Tender Requirements

1. Valid Ministry of Works and Housing Certificate of Financial Class D3, K3 or above
2. Valid Certificate of Incorporation
3. Valid Certificate to Commence Business
4. Valid Labour Certificate
5. Valid Tax Clearance Certificate
6. Valid SSNIT Clearance Certificate
7. Letter of Bid
8. Equipment holding with proof of ownership (as detailed in bid requirements)
9. Completed, signed and stamped bill of quantities (BoQ)
10. Detailed Program of works with specific start and completion dates.

Required Skills or Experience

Similar Construction Experience

Participation as contractor, management contractor or subcontractor, in at least two contracts of similar nature and evidence of works (award letters or completion certificates) should be submitted for verification.

Key Personnel

The Tenderer must demonstrate that it will have the personnel for the key positions that meet the following requirements:

Equipment

The Tenderer must demonstrate that it will have access (Ownership or leased) to the key Contractor’s equipment listed hereafter:

NB: Bidders should note that equipment holding with proof of ownership is highly recommended.

Timing/Duration of Assignment

The contract for the works will be within a period of three (3) calendar months from the date of contract signing.

Reporting Line

The contractor will report to the Project Manager of HF4A through WASH Advisor (Engineer) on the Project.

Corporate Visibility/Branding

The contractor will be required to brand sanitation facilities with SNV/Donor signages with recommended colors as directed by the SNV representative.  A provisional sum will be provided in the bill of quantities.