Terms of Reference For Construction and rehabilitation of climate-resilient water infrastructure, rehabilitation of irrigation canals and improvement of rural access roads in Harcadey, Deefow and Kabxanley villages of Beledweyne District, Hiran Regio

Terms of Reference

Construction and rehabilitation of climate-resilient water infrastructure, rehabilitation of irrigation canals and improvement of rural access roads in Harcadey, Deefow and Kabxanley villages of Beledweyne District, Hiran Region, Somalia. 

1. About WARDI

WARDI is one of the leading national non-governmental organizations in Somalia with operational presence across six regions in South Central. Founded in 1993 and dully registered with the Federal Government of Somalia, WARDI’s mission is to provide dignified support to people affected by crises to enable them to lead a dignified and prosperous life. WARDI has offices in Mogadishu, Beledweyne and Bulaburte in South Central, Wanlaweyn in Lower Shebelle as well a liaison office in Nairobi. WARDI specializes in responding to humanitarian emergencies, bridging the gap between crisis and resilience as well as long-term developmental projects with track record in implementing high quality health and nutrition, food security and livelihood, education, protection, and WASH interventions. Our programming has the distinct attributes of applying bottom-up approach that puts the communities, local authorities, and governments (National and Federal states) we work with at the Centre of our programmers. 

2. About the project

WARDI Relief and Development Initiative, in partnership with CARE Somalia and with funding from the 

Danish International Development Agency (Danida), is implementing the Nagaasho Project – Integrated Solutions for Preventing Displacement and Strengthening Rural Resilience in Somalia and Somaliland. The project seeks to strengthen the adaptive capacities and social cohesion of rural communities vulnerable to displacement by addressing the interconnected challenges of climate change, limited livelihood opportunities, environmental degradation and resource-based conflicts. 

The Nagaasho Project adopts an integrated, community-driven approach to enhancing climate and environmental resilience, promoting sustainable livelihoods and strengthening inclusive natural resource management. Particular attention is given to women, youth and marginalized communities, whose livelihoods are disproportionately affected by recurrent droughts, seasonal flooding, deteriorating infrastructure and limited access to essential resources. 

In Beledweyne District, Hiran Region, recurrent flooding, prolonged droughts and the deterioration of critical rural infrastructure continue to undermine agricultural production, restrict access to water resources, disrupt transportation networks and increase the vulnerability of farming and agro-pastoral communities. Damaged irrigation canals, inadequate water management infrastructure and poor rural road conditions have further constrained agricultural productivity, access to markets and essential services, contributing to livelihood insecurity and displacement risks. 

To address these challenges, WARDI, through the Nagaasho Project, intends to undertake the construction and rehabilitation of climate-resilient water infrastructure, rehabilitation of irrigation canals and improvement of rural access roads in Harcadey, Deefow and Kabxanley villages of Beledweyne District, Hiran Region, Somalia. 

The proposed interventions aim to restore and improve essential community infrastructure, enhance water availability and distribution, strengthen irrigation efficiency, improve accessibility and reduce the vulnerability of rural livelihoods to climate-related shocks. The works will incorporate climate-resilient construction approaches, environmental considerations and sustainable infrastructure management practices to promote long-term functionality and community ownership. 

The interventions are expected to contribute to improved agricultural productivity, more reliable access to water resources, enhanced movement of people and agricultural produce, and increased resilience of vulnerable households against recurrent climatic shocks. 

WARDI Relief and Development Initiative therefore invites qualified, experienced and legally registered construction companies and contractors to submit competitive bids for the construction and rehabilitation of climate-resilient water infrastructure, irrigation canals and rural roads in Harcadey, Deefow and Kabxanley villages, Beledweyne District, Hiran Region, Somalia. 

The successful contractor will be responsible for executing the works in accordance with the approved Bill of Quantities (BOQ), technical specifications, applicable engineering standards and contractual requirements, under the supervision of WARDI's designated technical team. 

3. Description of Rehabilitation and Construction Works

Under the Nagaasho Project, WARDI Relief and Development Initiative intends to undertake the construction and rehabilitation of climate-resilient water infrastructure, rehabilitation of irrigation canals and rural access roads in Harcadey, Deefow and Kabxanley villages, Beledweyne District, Hiran Region, Somalia. 

The proposed works aim to improve water resource management, restore irrigation systems, enhance rural accessibility and strengthen the resilience of farming and agro-pastoral communities against recurrent floods, droughts and other climate-related shocks. 

The scope of works will cover the following key components: 

1. Construction and Rehabilitation of Climate-Resilient Water Infrastructure: Construction, restoration and improvement of water infrastructure to enhance water availability, efficient water management and resilience against seasonal flooding and prolonged droughts. 

2. Rehabilitation of Irrigation Canals: Rehabilitation and improvement of existing irrigation canals, including desilting, removal of accumulated debris, restoration of damaged sections and improvement of water conveyance to support agricultural production and efficient irrigation. 

3. Rehabilitation of Rural Access Roads: Rehabilitation and improvement of identified rural access roads to facilitate the movement of people, agricultural produce and essential goods, while improving accessibility during seasonal flooding and adverse weather conditions. 

4. Environmental Protection and Climate-Resilient Measures: Incorporation of appropriate drainage, erosion control and other climate-adaptation measures to improve the durability, functionality and sustainability of the rehabilitated infrastructure.

Instructions for the bidder

• All tender correspondence and bid documents shall be in English. Bids must be submitted electronically by email only, no later than 25 November 2026 at 9:00 AM East Africa Time (UTC+3).

• Submission address: [email protected]. The email subject line must state NAGAASHO

INFRASTRUCTURE TENDER – 

WARDI/CARE/NAGAASHO/INFRASTRUCTURE/BELEDWEYNE/001/2026 – 

Each bidder must attach two separately labelled PDF files: (1) TECHNICAL PROPOSAL, containing administrative and technical documentation without prices; and (2) FINANCIAL PROPOSAL, containing the completed, signed and stamped Annex A BOQ and total bid price. The financial file should be password-protected, with the password supplied only upon WARDI’s written request after technical evaluation. Do not include financial prices in the technical proposal. 

• Questions and requests for clarification shall be emailed to [email protected] before the deadline. WARDI will share material clarifications or amendments with all prospective bidders on an equal basis. 

• Bidders are responsible for ensuring that complete, legible attachments reach the designated inbox before the deadline. WARDI may acknowledge receipt, but an acknowledgement does not establish technical compliance. Late bids will not be considered. 

• All prices shall be quoted in United States dollars (USD), with unit rates and totals completed for every applicable BOQ item. 

• Quoted prices shall include all applicable taxes, labour, materials, transportation, plant, insurance, mobilization and other costs necessary to complete the specified works. Any stated exclusions must be clearly identified. 

• Subcontracting requires WARDI’s prior written approval. The prime contractor remains fully responsible for subcontracted work, quality, safety and delivery. 

• A bidder may replace or withdraw its submission by email before closing, clearly identifying the superseded bid. After the deadline, substantive changes to prices or technical offers are not permitted. Bids shall remain valid for 60 days.