Government of Sierra Leone

Ministry of Energy and Water Resources

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CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST: RAINWATER HARVESTING TECHNOLOGY AT PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS BUILDINGS

The Ministry of Energy and Water Resources (MEWR) is intending to embark on a Pilot Project to harvest rainwater at strategic sites. The Ministry is therefore inviting Expression of Interest from Public, Private Companies or individuals (contractors) who would be interested to undertake the assignment on its behalf.

Background

Rainwater Harvesting (RWH) technology is identified in the National WASH Policy as the alternative source of self supply of water. The technology has been applied in various countries and its potential benefits are well documented hence the MEWR is going to introduce the technique in Sierra Leone, starting with selected public buildings to showcase.

RWH technique involves collecting rainwater that not only has the potential to provide local communities but also is an opportunity to secure supplemental water resource. The Ministry drafted Guidelines for RWH in order to educate water services providers and also to be used as a reference for the implementation of this technology.

Procedure

The MEWR is therefore inviting Expression of Interest from potential bidders detailing their capabilities and track record in executing similar projects for consideration

The Expression of Interest should be submitted on or before 12:00 noon on 24th September, 2012.

All EOIs should be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “RAINWATER HARVESTING PIOLT PROJECT” at the top and addressed to:

The Procurement Officer

Ministry of Energy and Water Resources

4th Floor Electricity House,

Siaka Steven Street, Freetown 

Prequalifying bidders will be notified by 1st October, 2012.