SIDE Group Red Cross Technical Proposal 22-2-2023.pdf

Somali Innovation Driven Enterprise (SIDE Group): Consultancy Services for the Implementation of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene
(WASH) and Environmental Impact Assessment in Eight Health Facilities (HFs) in Mudug Region, Somalia. Page 1
Somali Innovation-Driven Enterprise (SIDE Group)
P.O. Box Private Bag, Mogadishu, Somalia
Tel: +254 799 965928
Cell: +254 799 965928
Email: hello@sidegroup.so
Proposal Validity: 90 days
Tender Number: PRF11458
19th Feb 2023
Dear Sir/Madam;
RE: Consultancy Services for Implementing Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) and
Environmental Impact Assessment in Eight Health Facilities (H.F.s) in Mudug Region,
Somalia.
The undersigned provides the attached proposal for implementing the WASH consultancy,
greening and Environmental Impact Assessment in the Mudug region of Somalia under your call
for proposal. The company will engage highly professional personnel to ensure a high standard
and quality reports that can support programming and Implementation of future programs. Our
proposal shall be binding upon us subject to the modifications resulting from any discussions.
We confirm our availability for the entire duration of the assignment
Yours Faithfully,
Dr Abdirahman
SIDE Group

1.0 Introduction
1.1 Company Profile
Somali Innovation Driven Enterprise (SIDE) is a holding company that controls and manages its
group companies, which centers on import and export, business digitalization, and tech solutions.
SIDE was founded by a team of like-minded and multidisciplined individuals in 2022 to transform
Somali society through open platforms that discover innovative solutions and opportunities to
enable them to pursue their dreams of building intelligent businesses, accelerating incomes, and
solving daily life business problems. Our primary business purpose is to contribute to the collective
efforts of transforming Somali people's production capability and living conditions to improve
their well-being and realize their potential dreams. Our companies bring organizations of every
size and industry more innovative, faster, and better work methods. By digitizing and automating
siloed processes, we dramatically improve experiences for those who work for you and those who
work with you. The organization's team includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and
expertise, including experience in WASH projects, greening initiatives, and capacity building. The
employees working at SIDE with experience in WASH projects have skills in project management,
water resource management, and hygiene promotion. They have been involved in various WASH
projects, including constructing and rehabilitating water infrastructure, providing sanitation
facilities, and promoting hygiene. The employees with experience in greening initiatives have
agroforestry, horticulture, and environmental conservation skills. They have been involved in
projects promoting sustainable land use practices and restoring degraded ecosystems. The
employees with experience in the capacity building have skills in areas such as training,
mentorship, and project management. They have been involved in developing and implementing
training and mentorship programs to improve the skills and knowledge of individuals and
organizations working in the WASH, greening, and related sectors. Through its work, SIDE is
helping to improve the health and well-being of communities in the country while promoting
sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. Overall, SIDE's employees' diverse skills and
experience have contributed to the organization's success in implementing WASH, greening, and
capacity-building projects in Somalia. We have extensive experience providing consultancy
services in institutional development, strategic planning, M&E and impact assessment, value chain
analysis, stakeholder consultations and surveys, agribusiness, capacity building, economics, and
knowledge management. This is demonstrated by the work done in the company profile and C.V.s
of the consultants identified to implement this consultancy project.

2.0 Work Experience
List all sources, amounts, and dates of any donor, government or other outside funding received.
Donor Name Date Completed Type (Loan / Grant) Value (USD)
Irise Innovation Hub 2021 Grant 65,000
UNICEF/Youth network 2020 Project Fund 29,000
SIDE GROUP organization 2020 Grant 10,000
SADO 2020 Grant 21,000
SADO 2020 Grant / Project Fund 80,000
SBC media 2020 Grant / Project Fund 45,000
SIDE GROUP 2020 Grant / Project Fund 120,000
UNICEF/Youth network 2021 Grant / Project Fund 28,000
WFP/Tools for Humanity 2021 Grant / Project Fund 70,000
Business Men 2021 Grant / Project Fund 112,000
Business men 2019 Grant / Project Fund 150,000
SADO 2019 Grant / Project Fund 7,000
SIDE GROUP/Businessman 2019 Grant / Project Fund 37,000
Tadamun Social Society 2019 Grant / Project Fund 45,000

3.0 Referees
4.0 Project Background
Somalia has faced significant challenges in providing essential water, sanitation, and hygiene
(WASH) services, with only 45% of the population having access to improved water sources and
less than 20% with access to improved sanitation facilities. This has contributed to high rates of
waterborne diseases and preventable deaths, particularly among children under five years old.
The environmental challenges in Somalia are also significant, with deforestation, soil erosion, and
desertification being some of the major issues. There is a need to promote sustainable land use
practices and ecosystem restoration initiatives to mitigate the impact of climate change and
improve the resilience of communities. Implementing WASH, EIA, and greening initiatives in
healthcare facilities in Somalia can significantly improve health outcomes, promote environmental
sustainability, and build community resilience. In addition, integrating these initiatives can lead to
synergies that enhance the impact and sustainability of the interventions.
However, implementing such initiatives requires a holistic and integrated approach that addresses
the interrelated challenges of water and sanitation, environmental impact, and ecosystem
degradation. It also requires engaging with stakeholders, conducting needs assessments,
developing project objectives, identifying project components, developing implementation plans,
conducting environmental impact assessments, implementing WASH and greening interventions,
developing sustainability plans, and Monitoring and evaluating the project.
Overall, implementing WASH, EIA, and greening initiatives in healthcare facilities in Mudug,
Somalia, can contribute to improving the health and well-being of communities, promoting
No. Project Name Scope Of Work Date
Complete
d
Clients Contact
1. Somalia
Emergency
Assistance and
Early Market
Recovery Program
Implementing Integrated
Water, Sanitation, and
Hygiene (WASH) and
Health Assessment in
Galgaduud and Mudug
Regions, Somalia.
2022 Ahmed Abdi
WASH Sector lead
Ahmedabdi@merycorps.org
+252614475220
2. Integrated WASH
and Health
Program in
Somalia
Supervision of WASH and
Health Centers in
Kismayo, Baidoa and
Mogadishu, Somalia
2021 Mohamed Abdirisak
Wash Specialist
Mgeriyow@sadosomalia.org
+252615161736
3. Innovation of
WASH in Schools
and Health care
facilities
Technical Assessment of
WASH in Schools and
Health care facilities in
Galmudug state districts in
Somalia
2022 Abdishakur Suleiman
Procurement manager
Abdishakur@irisehub.so

environmental sustainability, and building resilience in the face of the numerous challenges faced
by the region.
5.0 Understanding of TOR
We fully understand the TOR outlined in the consultancy call and are committed to fulfilling all
the key deliverables.
6.0 Project Deliverables
The key deliverable of this consultancy are as follows: We will provide technical guidance and
supervise the Implementation of recommendations from the assessment; this includes:
Theme Definition Innovation Opportunities
Safe, sufficient,
and skilled
workforce
Adequate numbers of skilled
human resources with decent
working conditions, empowered
and informed to respond to these
environmental Challenges.
Capacity Development: Training, information, and
knowledge management targeted to health care workers to
respond to climate risks and environmental threats resulting
from the operation of the health care facility; Capacity
development on essential maintenance of installed
technologies.
Optimal water
use (including
WASH & Waste)
Sustainable and safe management
of water, sanitation, and
healthcare waste services
Replacement of current water faucets to low-flow faucets
with primary communication material on proper usage and
water conservation; Training on waste types and waste
segregation and disposal; Incinerator mapping and
rehabilitation; Development of appropriate waste disposal
mechanisms; Collaboration with the district on proper
disposal/general knowledge sharing; Rainwater catchment;
Storage Tanks and Construction of Hand Washing
Facilities.
Optimal energy
use
Sustainable energy
services
Building characteristics: Window shading through tree
planting; Utilizing tree planting to inform facility staff
behavior change and kickstart community conversation on
environmental sustainability; Energy efficiency: mapping
and Rehabilitation of dysfunctional solar panels, ensuring
that they meet the minimum standards; increasing the solar
panels capacity based on United Nations Development
Programme (UNPD) guideline and The African youth
Consultancy Association Company (AYCA)
recommendations; Investigating utilization of cost savings
from the rehabilitated solar system for continued
sustainability, leveraging on the local solar energy market
Sustainable
health care
infrastructure
and technologies.
Appropriate infrastructure,
technologies, products, and
processes, including all the
operations that, allow for the
efficient functioning of the health
care facility.
Change of lavatories to eco-friendly Ecosan Toilets.

7.0 Our Duties and Responsibilities
We understand that our roles and responsibilities on the project are:
a. Provide technical advice on the best greening methods for the seven health facilities.
b. Drawing a schematic of a typical climate-friendly clinic and its components mapping of
greening materials available in the Somali market and those to be procured internationally.
c. Development of technical specifications for proposed greening solutions, drafting (from
sketches) of BOQs that shall be used for tendering to identify contractors who would implement
the proposed greening solutions.
d. Review of technical offers for works and greening equipment received from contractors.
e. Supervised and monitored the Implementation of works and the proposed greening
solutions.
f. Provision of Capacity Development to relevant health facility staff, including developing
appropriate maintenance guidance material in consultation with contractors and associated
training to clinic staff.
g. Provision of comprehensive monthly progress reporting and status updates
h. Condition of completion report upon successful completion of activities and oversee
project handover.
i. Provision of workshops (possibly online) at the beginning and end of the project to guide
planning and ensure proper dissemination of information, respectively.
8.0 Proposed Methodology
Implementing WASH, EIA, and greening initiatives in healthcare facilities in Mudug, Somalia,
requires a holistic and integrated approach that addresses the interrelated challenges of water and
sanitation, environmental impact, and ecosystem degradation.
9.0 Project Design
We must develop a well-designed project plan to implement a WASH project, conduct an
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), and incorporate greening initiatives. Here are some
key elements that will be considered when designing a project for these activities:
1. Conduct a needs assessment: We will identify the critical water, sanitation, and hygiene
needs of the target community, as well as any environmental and greening challenges that need
to be addressed. This will be done through community consultations, stakeholder meetings, and
site visits.
2. Develop project objectives: We will establish clear and achievable objectives based on
the needs assessment. These objectives will be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and
time-bound (SMART) as outlined in terms of references (TOR).
3. Identify project components: Based on the project objectives, we will determine the
specific components of the project, such as the construction or Rehabilitation of water
infrastructure, provision of sanitation facilities, hygiene promotion, environmental impact
assessment, and greening initiatives.
4. Develop an implementation plan: We will develop a detailed implementation plan that
outlines the activities, timeline, budget, and resources required for each project component. The
implementation plan should also include the roles and responsibilities of project staff and
partners.

5. Develop a monitoring and evaluation plan: We will develop a monitoring and evaluation
plan that includes key performance indicators, targets, and data collection methods. This plan
should allow for tracking progress toward achieving project objectives and provide feedback for
project improvement.
6. Engage stakeholders: We will engage with community members, local authorities, and
other stakeholders throughout the project planning and implementation process. This will help
ensure that the project is relevant and meets the needs of the target population.
7. Conduct an environmental impact assessment: Conduct an EIA to assess the project's
potential environmental impacts before Implementation. This will help identify potential risks
and mitigation measures that can be put in place to minimize adverse effects on the environment.
8. Integrate greening initiatives: We will work to integrate greening initiatives, such as tree
planting or sustainable land use practices, into the project plan. This can help enhance the
project's sustainability and improve the local environment.
9. Develop a sustainability plan: We will develop a sustainability plan to ensure the project's
long-term success. This plan should include strategies for maintaining the water, sanitation, and
hygiene infrastructure, as well as any greening initiatives that have been implemented.
Overall, a well-designed project plan for implementing a WASH project, conducting an EIA, and
incorporating greening initiatives will help ensure the project's success and sustainability while
minimizing any adverse environmental impacts.
10.0Literature Review
In carrying out the study, a detailed review of literature will be undertaken from various project
documents that include but are not limited to the following:
1. Program Design documents guidelines
2. Semi and annual reports.
3. Reports of WASH partners working in Somalia.
4. NorCross WASH strategy
5. Somalia Government department development strategies/plans, relevant records, and
reports.
The review will be undertaken to understand the project design and establish essential
benchmarks for the evaluation.
11.0Reporting
At the end of the consultancy, we will write a technical report which will be validated by the
Norcross team, community, healthcare managers and school management to reflect the project
impacts on the target institutions.

Work Plan
The time frame provided in terms of Reference (25 days) will be used. This number of days will be
uniformly distributed to cover all the proposed 21 centers where the consultancy activities will be
conducted.
Duration
Activity One
day
One
day
Four
days
One
day
Two
days
Six
days
Ten
days
Inception meeting
Review of the assessment report
Interpreting the recommendations of the
assessment report into technical
specifications (for equipment and fittings)
and BoQ for construction.
Review of the draft Tender documents (for
equipment and procurement of works)
Technical bid evaluation
Development of maintenance guidance
materials in consultation with contractors
and support associated trainings to clinic
staff.
Supervision/monitoring of works,
preparation of progress and completion
reports and project handover as well as
project review meeting.

Organizational Capacity and Personnel
The following team of consultants is available during the task period specified in the TOR.
Consulting Team Highest
Level of
Qualificatio
n
General
Years of
Experienc
e related
to the
task at
hand
Number
of days to
be
engaged
(Level of
effort)
Roles in the Consultancy
1. Ahmed Hassan
Abdi
Masters
Degree
7 25 Technical Team leader for the overall
management of the evaluation team, and delivery
of the final report. Will coordinate the evaluation
activities and ensure the production and
completion of the consultancy report in
conformance with the scope of work and
timelines by ensuring data integrity, high quality
analysis, written reports and report integration.
Will also be responsible for quality assurance
and timeliness of all deliverables.
2. Josephat
Mungoche
Masters
Degree
8 15 Will be in charge of development of budgeting,
Data entry and supervision, EIA, Data analysis,
project design, management. His experience will
link Project design and community organizations
in the analysis. Will be in charge of Data
collection and analysis.
3. Eng. Mohamed
Abdirahman
Ahmed
Bachelors
Degree
15 Team leader for the overall management of the
evaluation team, and delivery of the final report.
Will coordinate the evaluation activities and
ensure the production and completion of the
consultancy report in conformance with the
scope of work and timelines by ensuring data
integrity, high quality analysis, written reports
and report integration. Will also be responsible
for quality assurance and timeliness of all
deliverables.
4. Abdirahman
Hassan Yusuf
Bachelors
Degree
15 Controlling implementation process, preparing
the reports, monitoring training process and
reporting to project coordinator
5. Ahmed Dahir Masters
Degree
15 Preforming Climate smart greening systems

OBJECTIVE
To utilize my civil engineering skills for achieving the target
and developing the best performance in the organization. I
would like to implement my innovative ideas, skills and
creativity for accomplishing the projects.
Eng. Mohamed Abdirahman Ahmed
Phone: +252612258888/619094943
Email: Maxamedyare2222@gmail.com
LinkedIn: engfitah.cu@gmail.com
Skill Highlights
• Good organization skills.
• Good time management.
• Outstanding proficiency in academic
advising principles.
• To stay calm and tactful during under
pressure.
Languages
Somali fluently
English fluently
Chinese understanding
Arabic understanding
Experience
Site Engineer Sept 2017 to Jul 2018
Tanaad Relief and Development Organization (TARDO): rehabilitation of
17 water tanks and construction of 2 catchment to utilize 278 youth
employment for drought response in adado, Somalia Implemented by
TARDO
• Construction Site Responsibilities.
• Technical Activities.
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety at all times.
• Preparation of Reports and Schedules.
• Quality Assurance by Site Engineer,
• Communication and leadership duties.
Supervisor Sept 2018 to Mar 2019
KOOR Consultant: Supervising the construction of Galkayo Regional
Health Office (RHO) in Galkayo, Somalia Implemented by UNICEF
• Ensuring teams work together to deliver quality wok to strict
deadlines.
• Monitoring construction processes
• Ensuring adherence to health and safety at all times.
• Performing equipment, material, and routine site inspections.
• Writing up reports, budgets, project plans, and presenting
them to relevant stakeholders.
Site Engineer April 2019 to Nov 2020
Bulaal general trading company: The construction Ministry of
Environmental, Climate Change and Rural Development of Galmudug,
Somalia. Implemented by World Bank
• Maintains project administration in a correct and timely
manner.
• Meets operational standards by contributing construction
information to strategic plans and reviews.
• Supervising building works.
• Organizing materials and ensuring sites are safe and clean.
• Authorizing technical drawings and engineering plans.
• Controlling the budged and Bill quantities (BOQ).

•
Education
[2010-2013] | I got my high
school certificate from alpha
primary and secondary school in
Mogadishu, Somalia
[2013-2017] | I got my
bachelor degree from
Shenyang Jianzhu university in
Shenyang, China
[2017-2019] | I got my master
degree from Jiangsu university
in Zhenjiang, China
Assessments KOOR
Consultant: Assessments of WASH in
selected five health facilities in
Benadir, Southwest, Jubaland
Hirshabelle and Galmudug regional
states implemented by UNICEF
• The position of the various
buildings and their sizes while
indicating their respective
functions.
• Detailed sketch of the position
of all hand washing stations in
the Health Care Facility
(HCF).
• Indicate Positions and
measurements of all the
toilets in the HCF.
• Indicate Positions and
measurements of all the b
Supervisor
Oct 2020 to Sept 2021
Supervisor Dec 2020 to Sept 2021
KOOR Consultant: Supervising the construction of Teacher training
institute Beletweine (TTI BETEWEINE) in Beletweine Hiran region,
Somalia. Implemented by CARE International
• Maintains project administration in a correct and timely
manner.
• Meets operational standards by contributing construction
information to strategic plans and reviews.
• Meets construction budget by monitoring project
expenditures.
• Accomplishes construction project results by defining project
purpose and scope.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by
following guidelines, standards, and procedures
Assessments and design Sept 2021 to March 2022
KOOR Consultant: Assessments of WASH in selected five health
facilities in Benadir, Southwest, Jubaland Hirshabelle and Galmudug
regional states implemented by UNICEF
• The position of the various buildings and their sizes while
indicating their respective functions.
• Detailed sketch of the position of all hand washing stations in
the Health Care Facility (HCF).
• Indicate Positions and measurements of all the toilets in the
HCF.
• Indicate Positions and measurements of all the bathrooms in
the HCF.
• Positions of all the kitchens, laundry areas, waste storage
points, and waste treatment points
Senior Engineer March 2022 to Current
From January until now, I am senior engineer for SIDE group
• Provide site assessment and site survey services including
submission of needs assessment report and environmental
assessment report
• Provide complete architectural design that Satisfies the
requirements and standards to UN approval including tentative
cost estimate that is within the client’s budget
• Provide complete detailed design drawings package including
BOQs, specification, and list of equipment/furniture and
implementation schedule.
[2010-2013] | I got my high school
certificate from alpha primary and
secondary school in Mogadishu, Somalia
[2013-2017] | I got my bachelor
degree from Shenyang Jianzhu
university in Shenyang, China
Education
[2010-2013] I got my high school
certificate from alpha primary and
secondary school in Mogadishu,
Somalia
[2013-2017] I got my bachelor degree
from Shenyang Jianzhu University in
Shenyang, China
Software skills
• BIM (Revit architecture)
• BIM (Revit structure)
• AUTOCAD
• MS OFFICE
• SPSS
• STATA
• ENDNOTE
• ETABS
• LUMION

References
1. Name: Mohamed Abdi jama’a
Title: project officer of TARDO
Email: mohamed.tardo@gmail.com
Mobile: 00252615926866
2. Name: Mohamed Ali Mohamed
Title: Area manager of CARE
international in Mogadishu
Email: mohamed.ali@care.org
Mobile: 00252612255556
3. Name: Abdullahi abdinasir Mohamed
Title: General Director KOOR
Email:abdalla.abdulnazer@koorconsultant
s.com
Mobile: 00252907797909
4. Name: Abdisalam Ibrahim
Hussein
Title: Head of wash and
environmental health section
Federal Ministry of Health and
Human Services
Email: Wash@moh.gov.so
Mobile: 00252615545569

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