Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) invites eligible and qualified contractors to submit bids for the construction and solarization works of the Dambala Sede and Abunu Micro Dam schemes, located in Gomole Woreda, Borana Zone, Oromia Region.

INVITATION TO TENDER (ITT) FOR THE SOLARIZATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF CIVIL WATER STRUCTURES FOR THE SOLAR WATER SUPPLY, IRRIGATION and LIVESTOCK SCHEME

Reference Number: HEKS/EPER/008/2026

Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) is the aid organization of the Swiss Protestant Churches which champions the cause of a more humane and just world. Its projects combat the causes of hunger, injustice, and social distress, abroad as well as in Switzerland. The dignity of every human being is central to our commitment.

In over 30 countries on four continents, HEKS/EPER supports development cooperation projects and strives for systemic change through its development work in Switzerland and worldwide.

HEKS/EPER started supporting projects in Ethiopia in 1972 and is currently a key development and humanitarian partner for the Ethiopian government across four regions (Oromia, Amhara, Somali and South Ethiopia). HEKS/EPER works with vulnerable communities including pastoralists, internally displaced persons and female-headed households, providing support in water, hygiene and sanitation, food security, protection, shelter, natural resource management, livelihood recovery, agroecology, market system development and institutional engagement.

Pursuant to Proclamation 1113/2011 to provide for the Registration and Regulation of Charities and Societies, Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER) in Ethiopia was re-registered by Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Authority for Civil Society Organizations as a Foreign Charity on October 22, 2019 for indefinite period of time.

The HEKS/EPER Borana Field Office, based in Yabello Town, Borana Zone, Oromia Region, is implementing WASH projects funded by the SHIFT Project and REPIC. Under these projects, HEKS/EPER invites eligible and qualified contractors to submit bids for the construction and solarization works of the Dambala Sede and Abunu Micro Dam schemes, located in Gomole Woreda, Borana Zone, Oromia Region.

This tender is divided into two distinct lots based on the respective funding sources, as outlined below:

• Lot 1 – Construction of civil structures for the Dambala Sede and Abunu Micro Dam schemes.
• Lot 2 – Solarization and construction of civil water structures for the Dambala Sede and Abunu Micro Dam schemes.

Bidders may submit bids for either one or both lots, depending on their technical expertise, relevant experience, and operational capacity. Bidders must clearly indicate the lot(s) for which they are submitting their bids and demonstrate their capacity to undertake the respective scope of work in accordance with the tender requirements.

BID REQUIREMENTS 

1. Legally registered and qualified Contractors with proven expertise and relevant experience are invited to participate in this tender. Eligible bidders must possess valid and appropriate qualifications, specifically Electromechanical Works Contractor Grade 5 and above with Water Works Contractor Grade 5 and above.

2. The Bidder shall demonstrate compliance with applicable financial and tax regulations by possessing a registered cash register machine or an officially approved QR code-based receipt system.

3. Bidders shall also provide evidence of similar work experience, supported by recommendation letters issued by recognized INGOs or Government Organizations.

4. Interested and eligible bidders may obtain a complete set of bidding documents from HEKS/EPER Ethiopia by submitting a formal request via email to [email protected]

The request must be compiled by the following documents:

A scanned copy of the bank payment advice as proof of payment of a non-refundable fee of ETB 500.00 (Five Hundred Ethiopian Birr). The payment shall be made to:

• Account Name: HEKS/EPER
• Account Number: 01304178856100
• Bank: Awash Bank
• Branch: Dil Gebeya  
• The payment advice must clearly indicate the reference number of this specific tender.
• A valid copy of the bidder’s trade license.
• A copy of the bidder’s identification (ID).

Requests for bidding documents will be accepted from October 9, 2026, to October 29, 2026.

All submissions must be made electronically through [email protected] including a scanned copy of the 1% CPO in the Admin and financial document folder.

1. Bidders are required to demonstrate their site assessment and inspection report of the work, design, technical specifications, activity schedule and their technical capacity by attaching related work experience in the technical offer document.

2. The filled Bill of Quantities must be submitted in the format provided with the tender documents, including a unit price and adding 15% VAT to the total amount. Changes to the given quantity and specifications are not allowed; bids that do so will be rejected.

3. All rates and amounts entered in the Bill of Quantities, or any other documents must be expressed in Ethiopian Birr (ETB).

The bid will be closed on October 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Detailed information on the bidding process and specifications can be found in the Bid Document, which can be requested via email at [email protected].

Please note that personal visits to the office or phone calls are not required.

HEKS-EPER Ethiopia reserves the right to accept or reject the bid partially or fully.

Address: [email protected]

Tender details

• Deadline: 2026-10-29
• Bid closing time: 17:00
• Bid opening: 2026-10-29 17:00
• Bid opening (note): No Specific Opening Date and Time
• Region: Oromia
• Publishing entity: Swiss Church Aid (HEKS/EPER)
• Buyer TIN: 0002891096
• Bid bond: 1%
• Bid document price: 500.00 Birr
• Published on: Qelal Tenders (Oct 09, 2026)
• Posted at: 2026-10-09T11:48:54.000Z
• Source: Qelal Tenders