Hydrological Survey Consultant Full Time

TERMS OF REFERENCE (ToR)
Hydrological Survey – School Feeding Program

1. Background

Light Up Hope is implementing a School Feeding program in Kajiado and Nairobi Counties targeting 85,128 learners across 210 schools from 2022. Whilst the program has been providing food and tasking the schools to provide water for preparation of the food, 80% of the schools still lack consistent, safe and clean water for this purpose. LUH thus seeks to provide access to clean and reliable water for 3 of the beneficiary schools namely:

1. Ngatu Comprehensive School in Kajiado East
2. Kimuka Comprehensive School in Kajiado North
3. Senior Chief Mutunkei Primary School in Kitengela

LUH seeks to engage an experienced consultant to carry out the survey in the aforementioned sites and provide a detailed BoQ for borehole drilling. The hydrological survey will assess the feasibility of drilling, ensuring that the selected site within the 3 schools has adequate and sustainable groundwater.

2. Objective of the assignment

The main objective of this assignment is to conduct a detailed hydrological survey to identify the most suitable location for drilling a borehole in the 3 schools, ensuring optimal yield and water quality for long-term use.

3. Scope of Work

The consultant will undertake the following activities:

1. Preliminary Assessment:

• Review existing geological and hydrogeological data for the areas indicated above.

1. Field Survey:

• Conduct geophysical investigations using appropriate techniques
  Identify the depth, yield, and quality of groundwater at potential sites within the 3 schools.

1. Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Analyze field data to determine the best location for drilling in the mentioned schools.
• Provide recommendations on borehole depth and construction specifications guided by the principle of Do No Harm. This is in relation to the existing boreholes in the community.
• Prepare a comprehensive hydrological survey report and provide a comprehensive BoQ for the program’s decision making.

4. Deliverables

The consultant will be expected to submit:

1. Inception report outlining the methodology and timeline within 3 days after contract signing.
2. Hydrological survey report, including:

• A detailed analysis of the hydrological survey findings.
• Recommended drilling site(s) within the 3 schools and specify any technical needs.
• Detailed Bill of Quantities(BoQ) for onward decision making.

5. Duration

The duration of this assignment is set for 3 weeks commencing 14th July, 2025.

6. Qualifications and Experience

The ideal consultant or firm should possess:

• Proven experience in hydrological surveys and borehole site investigations.
• Expertise in using geophysical survey techniques.
• A team of qualified professionals with relevant academic backgrounds in hydrology, geology, or related fields.

7. Reporting and Coordination

The consultant will directly report to the Program Lead – School Feeding.

8. Payment Terms

Payments to the consultant will be made within 14 working days upon submission of the Hydrological survey report.

9. Proposal Requirements

Interested consultant or firm should submit a proposal with the following:

• A technical proposal outlining the understanding of the ToR and the workplan.
• A financial proposal with a detailed budget.
• Relevant experience and references.
• CVs of key personnel.

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