TENDER NOTICE: Construction of 10 – beds Stabilization Center at Mongo Town – Falaba district.

Job Description

Tender Invitation for the Construction of 10 – beds Stabilization Center at Mongo Town – Falaba district.

Action Against Hunger was founded as a non-government organization in 1979 that fights against hunger. Its charter of humanitarian principles-independence, neutrality, non-decimation, free and direct access to victims, professionalism, and transparency–has been part of its identity for 45 years. Its mission is to save lives by eliminating hunger through the prevention, detection and treatment of under-nutrition, particularly during and after emergencies linked to conflicts or natural disaster. Action Contre la Faim focuses its actions on 7 main areas of expertise: Nutrition and health – Mental Health, Psychosocial support – Food Security and Livelihoods – Water, Sanitation and Hygiene – Advocacy – Climate – Research. In 2023, Action Contre Le Faim provided aid to 21 million people in nearly 60 countries worldwide.

Action Against Hunger is inviting qualified and reputable Contractors for the Construction of Construction of 10 – beds Stabilization Center at Mongo Town – Falaba district.

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Interested Construction Companies / Contractors are encouraged to express their interest by submitting a filled BOQ with all relevant documentations attached:BOQ FOR 10 BED STABILISATION CENTER MONGO TOWN  BLANKJ.xlsx

• Company/Business Profiles 
• Valid Business Registration
• Tax Clearance
• Evidence of experience in similar construction project.

Submission Instructions: Please submit your Tender to the
Logistics Department.

• All documents must be submitted in a sealed envelope to our Coordination Office 10 Sall Drive, Cocklebay Freetown, our field offices 1. Bonthe Office: 13 Goba Town Back of UBC Hospital Mattru Jong 2. Falaba Office: 49A Kiridu Road Mongo Township Falaba District

•  or via email to logman@sl-actionagainsthunger.org  and copy logo-moy@sl-actionagainsthunger.org 
• The deadline for submission is 11th November 2026.

For any inquiries, please contact Email: logman@sl-actionagainsthunger.org  Tele: +23272128233.

Action Against Hunger reserves the right to accept or reject any tender that did not confirmed to the request and is not bound to award a contract based on this request.

Project: NuCAMPS (Nutrition-Sensitive Adaptation and Mitigation Programme in Sierra Leone)

Implementing Agency: Action Against Hunger (ACF) Sierra Leone, on behalf of the NuCAMPS Consortium

• Background

The Nutrition-Sensitive Adaptation and Mitigation Programme in Sierra Leone (NuCAMPS) is a consortium initiative implemented by Action Against Hunger (ACF) and its partners with Funding from Irish Embassy to strengthen nutrition outcomes, climate resilience, food systems, and health service delivery for vulnerable populations across Sierra Leone.

As part of efforts to strengthen the management of Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) and improve access to quality inpatient nutrition services in underserved areas.  In Falaba District, the NuCAMPS Consortium, in collaboration with the Directorate of Food and Nutrition and the Falaba District Health Management Team, intends to support the construction of a 10-bed Inpatient Stabilization Centre (SC) in Mongo Township. The facility will provide specialized inpatient care for children suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition with medical complications, thereby improving access to life-saving treatment services and contributing to better nutrition and child health outcomes in the district.. 

The facility will provide specialized inpatient care and treatment for children suffering from Severe Acute Malnutrition with medical complications, while enhancing district capacity to deliver life-saving nutrition and child health services. The project further contributes to strengthening climate-resilient and equitable health systems in three of Sierra Leone’s most hard-to-reach districts including Falaba, Bonthe and Moyamba Districts. 

2. Scope of Works

The successful contractor will be responsible for the complete design implementation and construction of the facility, including but not limited to:

• Site clearance and preparation.
• Foundation and substructure works.
• Construction of a 10-bed inpatient stabilization center.
• A Consultation room.
• Nurses’ station.
• Store and pharmacy space.
• WASH facilities (latrines, bathing area and handwashing stations).
• Water supply system.
• Electrical installation and provision for solar energy 
• Drainage and storm water management system.
• Internal and external finishing works.
• Landscaping and site restoration.
• Defects liability and maintenance period.

Detailed Bills of Quantities (BoQs), drawings and technical specifications will be provided to shortlisted or 

Eligible bidders.

3. Procurement Method

This procurement shall be conducted through National Competitive Bidding (NCB) in accordance with applicable Government of Sierra Leone procurement regulations and ACF procurement procedures.

4. Eligibility Requirements

Interested bidders must submit the following documents:

1. Legal and Regulatory Requirements

1. Valid Business Registration Certificate.
2. Valid NRA Tax Clearance Certificate.
3. Valid NASSIT Compliance Certificate.
4. Valid Municipal/District Council Business License.
5. Company Profile indicating ownership structure and organizational capacity.
6. Memorandum and Articles of Association (where applicable).
7. Evidence of registration as a building contractor in Sierra Leone.
8. Proof of physical office address and contact details.
9. Signed declaration of non-debarment and absence of conflict of interest.

1. Financial Capacity

Bidders shall provide:

1. Audited financial statements for the last three (3) years.
2. Bank reference letter issued within the last six months.
3. Evidence of financial capability to execute works of similar magnitude.
4. Annual turnover records for the previous three years.
5. Evidence of access to working capital or credit facilities.

1. Technical Capacity

Bidders shall provide:

1. List of key technical personnel proposed for the assignment including site Manager & Engineer 
2. Copies of professional qualifications and CVs.
3. List of construction equipment available for the project.
4. Detailed work implementation methodology.
5. Quality Assurance and Quality Control Plan.
6. Environmental and Social Management Plan.
7. Occupational Health and Safety Plan.
8. Detailed project implementation schedule/work plan.

5. Experience Requirements

The bidder must demonstrate substantial experience in the construction of public infrastructure.

Mandatory Experience

1. Successfully completed at least three (3) similar building construction contracts within the last five (5) years.
2. At least one health, nutrition, education or public sector facility project completed within the last five years.
3. Submission of completion certificates, contracts, purchase orders or recommendation letters as proof of performance.

Added Advantage

The following shall attract additional technical scores:

• Demonstrated experience implementing construction works in Mongo Township, Falaba District, or other hard-to-reach locations within the last two (2) years.
• Evidence of successful completion of projects in remote and logistically challenging environments.
• Recommendation letters from reputable NGOs, UN Agencies, Government Institutions, Development Partners or International Organizations for work completed in hard to reach areas 
• Independent project completion certificates.
• External quality assurance certificates.
• Technical audit reports confirming satisfactory completion of previous contracts.
• Client performance assessments demonstrating delivery within budget, quality standards and timelines.
• Evidence of employing local labour and local content approaches.
• Proven record of compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.

Bidders are strongly encouraged to provide documentary evidence supporting all experience claims.

6. Evaluation Criteria

Evaluation shall be based on:

Preliminary Examination

• Submission of all mandatory documents.
• Eligibility and compliance requirements met.

Technical Evaluation

Key assessment areas include:

• Relevant construction experience.
• Experience in health facility construction.
• Experience in hard-to-reach districts like mongor
• Quality of methodology and work plan.
• Qualifications of key personnel.
• Health, safety and environmental management systems.
• Quality assurance systems.
• Financial and operational capacity.

Financial Evaluation

Only bidders achieving the minimum technical score will proceed to financial evaluation.

The contract shall be awarded to the bidder offering the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT) based on combined technical and financial performance.

7. Site Visit

A mandatory pre-bid site visit shall be conducted.

Date: [Insert Date]

Meeting Point: Mongo Township, Falaba District.

Failure to attend the site visit may result in disqualification.

8. Bid Submission

Interested bidders must submit:

Technical Proposal

Containing:

• Administrative documents.
• Technical proposal.
• Methodology.
• Work plan.
• Company experience.
• Personnel and equipment schedules.

Financial Proposal

Containing:

• Completed BoQ.
• Price schedules.
• Tax-inclusive quotation.

The Technical and Financial Proposals must be submitted in separate sealed envelopes.

9. Tender Period

This tender shall remain open for twenty-one (21) calendar days from the date of publication.

Key Dates

• Tender Launch Date: [Insert Date]
• Site Visit: [Insert Date]
• Deadline for Clarification Questions: [Insert Date]
• Bid Submission Deadline: [Insert Date + 21 Days]
• Bid Opening: [Insert Date]

Late submissions shall not be considered.

10. Reservation of Rights

ACF reserves the right to:

• Reject any or all bids.
• Cancel or amend the tender process.
• Accept a bid without being bound to accept the lowest-priced offer.
• Verify the authenticity of all documents submitted.
• Conduct due diligence and reference checks on any bidder.

Submission Address

Procurement Committee
Action Against Hunger (ACF) Sierra Leone
NuCAPMS Project
10 Sall Drive – Cockle Bay – Murray Town
Email: 

“ACF encourages fair competition, transparency, value for money, and equal opportunity in public procurement.”

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