Invitation to bid #Reh001 – Rehabilitation of Public Spaces in Tripoli, Lebanon

Ruwwad Al Tanmeya – Lebanon

Invitation to bid #Reh001 – Rehabilitation of Public Spaces in Tripoli, Lebanon

Project Name “Women Led Placemaking for Peacebuilding in Tripoli”, in partnership with CatalyticAction (CA) and funded by UN Women – WPHF Fund

1. Ruwwad Al Tanmeya Organization Overview

Ruwwad Al-Tanmeya is a regional non-profit community development organization that works with disenfranchised communities through education, youth volunteerism and grassroots organizing. Our approach encompasses an array of programs and projects that, together, strengthen initiative and facilitate redress to problems prioritized by members of the community. Three main programs anchor Ruwwad: Child Development, Youth Organizing and Community Support. Three basic values shape every program or activity at Ruwwad Al-Tanmeya: secularism, diversity, and equity.

1. Operational Objective:

Ruwwad is seeking a qualified contracting company to undertake the rehabilitation of two public spaces in Tripoli, Lebanon.

1. Scope of Work

The project will target the rehabilitation of 2 public spaces sites that are accessible to all gender and age groups, in Tripoli, Lebanon.

• The first location is the entry of Souk Al Kameh, Bab Al Tebbeneh, close to Nasisri Mosque and Tebbeneh cemetery.
• The second location is the first stairs at Al Muhajirin street, parallel to Syria street, Bab Al Tebbeneh.

Locations coordinates: 34°26’27.3” N 35°50’58.2” E / 34°26’27.3” N 35°51’02.3” E.

For further details refer to the attached BOQ and drawings.

1. Submission guideline:

All Bidders are required to send the below requirements to the following email address [email protected] copying [email protected] & [email protected] with the subject “Women Led Placemaking for Peacebuilding in Tripoli – Rehabilitation of Public Spaces in Tripoli”:

• Quotation should be (signed/Stamped).
• Official documents "Certificate of the registration in the ministry of finance (الشهاد المالية) – (إذاعة تجارية).
• The TOR “Terms of Reference” (singed & stamped).
• Company profile
• Bank account details (to be provided in case payment is made via bank transfer).
• Supporting documents proving a minimum of 5 years of experience in building construction projects.
• Statement of Satisfactory Performance or contact details from the Top Two Clients obtained in the past three years.
• Relevant experience in executing street interventions and public spaces (at least has executed 3 projects).
• Availability of a site civil engineer with 5 years of experience to follow up on all construction works (copy of CV is required to be submitted within the offer).
• Letter of commitment to begin implementation works no later than 15 July 2024.
• Clear and detailed work timeline submitted using Gantt chart model.

1. Payment Terms:

• 20% upon receiving detailed work plan with timeline (Gantt chart), the safety procedure to be followed on site and completion of 20% of works (as per the approved work plan and upon validation from Ruwwad through CA). 
• 40% upon completion of 60% of works (as per the approved work plan and upon validation from Ruwwad through CA). 
• 40% upon completion of all works (as per the approved work plan and upon validation from Ruwwad through CA). 

The Contractor shall be paid based on the budget and BOQs presented.

1. Payment methods:

• Bank Letter or bank transfer.
• Bank fees will be charged to the supplier

As described under "Payment Terms" section.

1. Questions/ Request for clarification

• You can submit your inquiries to [email protected] copying [email protected]  - Phone number: +96181813728. The deadline for submitting inquiries is 29 June, 2024.
• Interested bidders can request to visit the sites before submitting their offers.

1. Timeline for Work Execution

The overall execution time frame for the whole project is spread over a period of 2 months, starting from contract signature date.

1. Attachments/Annexes to this call:

• Detailed BOQ – file titled "Ruwwad-CA_WOMEN'S PUBLIC SPACES – BOQ"
• Map - file titled "Ruwwad-CA_WOMEN'S PUBLIC SPACES"

1. Notes

• Kindly note that the quotation will be automatically rejected if:
  • The quotation is received after the deadline
  • Adjustments are made to the specifications mentioned in the attached BOQ
  • Calculation error in quotation
  • The applicant does not provide documentary evidence of its status as an eligible & qualified contractor.
• In case you encounter any problems while downloading the attached files please contact us
• Make sure to mention the subject of the tender “Women Led Placemaking for Peacebuilding in Tripoli – Rehabilitation of Public Spaces in Tripoli” in the subject of your email
• Make sure to send all the requirements as requested otherwise the offer will be rejected or affected
• For general info contact Procurement Officer Mr. Omar Chammo on 03351794