CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

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1 CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST Background The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH provides services in the fields of international cooperation for sustainable development and international education. The German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is our main commissioning party. As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. GIZ has been supporting German-Lebanese development cooperation for more than 20 years. Under the German-Lebanese Cooperation, GIZ is rehabilitating, jointly with the Lebanese Ministry of Education and Higher Education (MEHE) public schools in the country. Objective GIZ is seeking to implement landscape construction and maintenance works for outdoor educational spaces: playgrounds, parks and gardens. Eligibility criteria The construction company shall be able to fulfil the following services: Concrete works (high quality in precast concrete, sun shading structures, etc.). Leveling and earthworks: terracing, fence, retaining walls. Landscaping amenities installation: Xeriscape, Softscape (soil amendments, plants transfer, etc.) and Hardscape. MEP design and installation: heating system, irrigation system, rainwater harvesting structures, automated irrigation systems, stormwater runoff management, lighting, solar panels, etc. Sports facilities: sports surfaces and sports equipment. Recreational spaces: gardens equipment and maintenance, outdoor games and park items, etc. The company must: a. Provide a proof of membership at the Lebanese Contractor s Syndicate under category Special Building المتخصصة) (المباني for projects between 0.5 and 5 million USD.( ) February

2 b. Able to operate in different locations at the same time (Bekaa and Mount Lebanon) c. Ensure safety of the users and the workers on site d. Have at least 3 years experience in implementing outdoor facilities (parks, playgrounds, gardens and water and energy efficiency solutions.) e. Provide 3 references of similar projects such as playgrounds, parks, gardens, and water and energy efficiency solutions. Application procedure Step 1: Complete the Expression of Interest Form Step 2: Attach a Cover Letter from your company according to the following guidelines: 1) Title Expression of Interest 2) Mandate of the company 3) History of the company 4) Statement on commitment for: i) respecting environmental and social standards (ILO), ii) ensuring the dedication to the project timeline 5) Signed by the Chairman of the company The Cover Letter and completed Expression of Interest shall be stamped and signed by the respective company. Step 3: Send an electronic copy of the documentation: a scanned copy of the Cover Letter and completed Expression of Interest to procurement.libanon@giz.de. Selection Criteria Applications received by companies that have submitted all required documentation will be reviewed by a panel committee. The selection of the companies will take into account the necessary expertise and experience with regard to technical and environmental aspects, performance capacity and capability. Applicants will be notified accordingly. February

3 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM FOR CONTRACTORS 1.a Name of firm, full address, website, telephone and telefax numbers : 1.b Full name of key staff member for backstopping the project at your company s headquarters, and telephone number : 2.a Structure of firm : 2.b Legal form : Year of formation : 2.c Proprietor : Original capital : 2.d Financial registration number: V.A.T. number: 3. Bank references: 4. Professional indemnity insurance references: 5. Technical equipment: a Brief company profile (maximum 20 lines): Years of experience in (Please name the project(s)): February

4 b c d Planning: Supervision: Water and Energy Efficiency interventions: Tendering: Rehabilitation of school buildings: Landscaping (hardscape & softscape): e Parks, playgrounds & sports fields: Construction of public/governmental buildings: 7. Annual turnover : Currency in LBP a Permanent personnel : Number Field of activity: Qualification : 8.b Temporary personnel: Number Field of activity: Qualification : 9. 1 Reference projects completed during the last five years : Name of project : Type of project : Remuneration / fee Construction period Client February

5 9. 2 Reference projects commenced and still under construction : Name of project : Type of project : Remuneration / fee Construction period Client 10. Capability to work in the following locations (i.e. permanent offices, staff, machinery available on site, etc.): *Please write the order of preference from 0 to 3 (0 being the least preferred and 3 is the most preferred) and explain if needed. Beqaa Mount Lebanon North Lebanon All of the above 11. Membership of association(s) (if applicable, please specify the classification and attach the certification) 12. The undersigned declare that the statements made in this questionnaire are both correct and complete place and date legal seal and signature(s) 10. enclosures and/or remarks : Please limit your reply to the questionnaire to maximum five pages (excluding the membership certification and the project references). February