Expression of Interest - Technical Consultancy for CFW Recyc

Catholic Relief Services
Europe/Middle East/Central Asia (EMECA)
Jerusalem, West Bank & Gaza (JWBG)

Expression of Interest - Technical Consultancy for CFW Recycling

1-Background
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an international aid agency that has been present in Jerusalem, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip since 1961. CRS is an organization which seeks to promote human development by responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies. For further information about CRS, please visit our website: www.crs.org

CRS is implementing a Cash-for-Work (CFW) project under the Palestinian Community Assistance Program (PCAP) funded by USAID. One of CFW activities will be recycling of solid waste (glass and paper) in Rafah. CRS seeks the services of a Consultant to develop operating guidelines and oversee the production process of beneficiaries working in the recycling activities. 

2-Scope of Work
The consultant shall prepare the operational guidelines of the recycling activities that will be carried out by approximately 80 workers over a period of 46 working days. The operational guidelines should include the following:
-An orientation for workers.
-A technical proposal for simple products to be made from the reuse and recycling of glass and paper, no less than two products for each type of waste.
-Feedback on the required materials for the activity and technical advice on additional materials to be purchased if needed.
-The consultant is also responsible for facilitating the initial orientation as well as providing oversight and guidance throughout the production process of 46 working days.

3-Bid Content
When placing your bid, be sure to address the following points, as bids failing to do so will be incomplete and will not be considered.
-Detailed resumes of consultant/staff, demonstrating relevant experience.
-Solid Waste Recycling orientation materials; particularly glass and paper.
-Technical proposal of simple products from the reuse and recycling of glass and paper, no less than two products for each type of waste. A sample of each product must to be submitted with bid.
-Process and Quality Control Plan.
-Financial Offer.

4-Consultant Qualifications
-At least 3 years of proven experience in crafts production from recycled or reused solid waste. A degree of fine arts is preferable.
-Demonstrated experience in environmental advocacy.
-Demonstrated experience with cash for work activities.
-Previous experience in delivering operational guidelines/quality assurance.

5-Bid Submission
The TOR is available at CRS office in Gaza starting June 4, 2013; please submit your bid, including both technical and financial offers in separate envelopes, both sealed, signed and stamped, no later than 3:00 pm on June 10, 2013. 
 

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