REPUBLIC OF SIERRA LEONE
NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AGENCY
SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICEFOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF 25 GROUNDWATER AND 10 SURFACE WATER MONITORING STATIONS EQUIPMENTS
Date of issue:21stSeptember 2021
Mode of Financing:Government of Sierra Leone
IFB No: NWRMA/HYDRO/ICB/2021/003
000The National Water Resources Management Agency (NWRMA) has received funds from the Government of Sierra Leone and intends to apply it towards thecost supply and installation of 25 ground mater and 10 surface water monitoring stations equipment’s.The National Water Resources Management Agency with the aim to achieve nationwide coverage in re-establishing Sierra Leones hydrological monitoring network is proposing to procure complete set of equipment of twenty-five (25) groundwater and ten (10) surface water monitoring stations across the country within a period of three years. The re-establishment of Sierra Leone’s hydrological monitoring network will compliment similar projects presently on-going to effectively manage Sierra Leone’s water resources.
The National Water Resources Management Agency now invites sealed bids from eligible bidders with their respective bid securities for the supply and installation of 25 groundwater and 10 surface water equipment for the following:
| No. | Description | Procurement No. | Qty |
| 1 | Supply and install complete equipment set for groundwater monitoring stations | NWRMA/HYDRO/ICB/2021 /003 | 9 |
| 2 | Supply and install complete equipment set for surface monitoring stations | NWRMA/HYDO/ICB/2021/003 | 1 |
| 3 | Supply credible database and management system equipment | NWRMA/HYDRO/ICB/2021/003 | 4 |
| 4 | Supply spares for surface and groundwater stations | NWRMA/HYDRO/ICB/2021/003 | See specification |
Bidding is open to all suppliers who can demonstrate the following:
- A valid Business registration certificate
- Ministry of Works Certificate (Minimum Class 2)
- Bid Security of Le 130,000,000 from a reputable Commercial Bank.
- A valid tax clearance certificate.
- A valid NASSIT clearance certificate.
- Council Registration Certificate
- A signed Integrity Pact; [see attached]
- Signed and Stamped bid Form
Bidding will be conducted through the open method of the International CompetitiveBidding (ICB) procedures as specified in the National Public Procurement Authority’s legal instruments and is open to both national and International eligible bidders.
Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from and inspect the bidding documents from the National Water Resources Management Agency at 29 King Harman Road, Freetown during office hours from 8:00am to 4:30pm fromTuesday 21thSeptember 2021 toMonday 27th September 2021.
A complete set of bidding documents in Englishmay be purchased byinterested bidders upon the submission of a written application to the above office, and upon a payment of a non-refundable fee of Five hundred thousand Leones (Le 500,000)to the following account:
Bank Name: Bank of Sierra Leone
Account Name: NPPA-Revenue from the sale of Bidding Documents
Account Number: 0111003981
BBAN: 00000101100398165
Or
Bank Name: Union Trust Bank
Account Name: Revenue from sale of Bidding Sub Treasury
Account No:00-4001113253120144
Bank Name: Sierra Leone Commercial Bank
Account Name: Revenue from sale of Bidding Sub Treasury
Account No:0030010817911121Bank Name: Rokel Commercial Bank
Account: Revenue from sale of Bidding Sub Treasury
Account No: 02-011012428
BBAN N0:002001002101242863
All bids must be accompanied by a bid security ofone hundred and thirty million Leones (Le 130,000,000) from a reputable commercial bank and must be delivered to the address below on or before 12:30 am on Tuesday 28thSeptember 2021 and will be open thereafter 1:30 pm on the same date, in the presence of bidders or their representative who choose to attend at the address below.
Late bids will be rejected and returnedunopen.
Frederica Musa (MCIPS)
Procurement Officer
National Water Resources Management Agency
29 King Harman Road,
Freetown, Sierra Leone
Mobile: 078772305/099602923
Email: musa.frederica@gmail.com
Cc:
| National Water Resources Management Agency 29 King Harman Road, Freetown, Sierra Leone Email: waterresourcesagency2018@gmail.com Phone: +232(0)75597184/ +232(0)30775898 21stSeptember 2021 |
Request for the expression of interest for the hiring of consultancy services of sierra Leone’s hydrogeological groundwater mapping
Date of issue:21stSeptember 2021
Mode of Financing: Government of Sierra Leone
IFB No: NWRMA/HYDRO/ICB/2021/002
The National Water Resources Management Agency has received funds from Government of Sierra Leone) for the procurement of a consultant to conduct Sierra Leone’s Hydrogeological Groundwater Mapping and now invitessealed bids from eligible bidders for the provision of the following services:
- Detail desk study of the hydrogeology and Groundwater data collection
- Determination of large-scale hydrogeological structures
- Determination of aquifers and aquifer properties (quantity and quality)
- Determination of groundwater recharge and discharge locations.
- Development of groundwater database and information management system.
- Capacity building of NWRMA staff in groundwater resources management and modelling
- Development of project report and maps
In recent years, population increase, and the proliferation of organisations involved in mining, agribusiness, and other industries have posed a severe threat to groundwater resources. The 2016 water point mapping that mapped about 28,000 groundwater points across Sierra Leone and those water points mapped about 40% are not functional all year round. One of the reasons identified for the non-functionality of water points is seasonality fluctuations in the groundwater levels. Another reason for the non-functionality of water point is that poor sitting as information on the locations of sustainable aquifers is limited. Poor sitting is also due to the lack of detailed geological information.
Also, climate change impact like a decrease in rainfall could be contributing to a reduction in groundwater recharge. Also, there is an alarming change in the land use and land cover pattern of Sierra Leone, which is because of deforestation, new settlements, mining activities, etc. It has exposed the soil cover leading to high runoffs and a decrease in infiltration. These areas of deforestation could potentially be areas of groundwater recharge and discharge.
Currently, there is no groundwater database and a comprehensive groundwater information system for effective groundwater management. Groundwater data is presently being collected by different water users like borehole drilling companies, mining companies, research, and other entities.
These challenges are also localised in the Moyamba district. The 2016 WASH baseline survey shows that 27% of their water points are not functional all year round. Also, as Moyamba is a coastal district, groundwater close to the Atlantic Ocean are prone to seawater intrusion.
By conducting a detailed study of the hydrogeology, the determination of large-scale geological structures like faults, knowing the aquifer properties, determining the locations for groundwater recharge and discharge locations, and creating groundwater information management systems will ensure the groundwater at Moyamba district are effectively protected and managed.
Bidding is open to all consultancy firms who can demonstrate qualification in the following personnel:
Hydrogeologist (Team Leader)
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree or higher in Hydrogeology.
Experience:
- At least 7 years of practical working experience in hydrogeology.
- At least 5 years of proven experience in groundwater mapping, and experience in similar conditions particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Strong writing/communication skills in English.
- Demonstrable technical knowledge on Integrated Water Resources Management.
- Demonstrated project management experience.
- Able to work as part of a team whose members have diverse backgrounds and skills.
- Working experience with government agencies, civil society, local administrations, and international organizations.
- Understanding of groundwater monitoring, assessment, modeling, and transport concepts are a plus.
Geoinformatics Specialist
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree or higher in Geology, Geography, or related Engineering discipline.
Experience:
- Knowledge in GIS and RS software and good mapping knowledge.
- At least 4 years of practical working experience in geoinformatics. Relevant work experience in hydrogeology, and water resources management are an added advantage.
- Hands on experience in collecting, interpreting, and analysing geo-data.
- Good knowledge of cartography, database management, and programming.
- Strong writing/communication skills in English.
- Able to work as part of a team whose members have diverse backgrounds and skills.
Geoinformatics Skills:
- Knowledge of two or more GIS and RS packages preferably ArcGIS, QGIS, GRASS GIS, Mapinfo, PCI, SAGA, or ERDAS.
Management Information Specialist
Qualifications:
- A Master’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Statistics.
Experience:
- At least 3 years of practical working experience in the design, development, and implementation a variety of data management tools, including designing user-friendly database and structured data analysis.
- Ability to handle web databases, web servers, operating systems, programming, and networking.
- Good experience in quantitative and qualitative research tools is desirable.
- Able to work as part of a team whose members have diverse backgrounds and skills.
- Strong writing/communication skills in English.
- Demonstrable experience as a trainer.
Database Skills:
- Strong database development skills using Microsoft ACCESS, EXCEL, or similar software.
- Knowledge of Microsoft SPSS is desirable.
Interested bidders may obtain further information and inspect the bidding document at the address below between 21/09/2021 – 27/09/2021.
Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before 28/09/2021 at 12:30 pm. All bids must be accompanied by:
- A valid Business registration certificate
- A valid tax clearance certificate
- A valid NASSIT clearance certificate
- Council Registration Certificate
- A signed Integrity Pact; [see attached]
- Signed and stamped bid form
| Bids will be publicly opened on 28/09/2021at 1 pm, in the presence of the bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend, at the address | |
| below. Late bids will be rejected and returned unopened to bidders. |
National Water Resources Management Agency
Procurement Officer
29 King Harman Road
Freetown
+234078772305