Tenders/ETH-UNHCR RFP 3370- Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 110kVA Diesel Generator, Surface Water Booster Pump System at Melkadida, Somali Region, Ethiopia, Ethiopia

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ETH-UNHCR RFP 3370- Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of 110kVA Diesel Generator, Surface Water Booster Pump System at Melkadida, Somali Region, Ethiopia, Ethiopia

UNHCR

Published: Aug 5, 2026

Updated: Aug 6, 2026

Source: UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace

About This Opportunity

UNHCR - Request for proposal

This is a services contract in the education and training, architecture and engineering, construction and civil works, water and sanitation and energy and power sectors, with a focus on Rehabilitation, Electrical Engineering and Water Supply. Located in Ethiopia, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before August 19, 2026.

Published through UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace, part of the United Nations system, which follows UN procurement standards. UN-funded opportunities are typically open to vendors registered in the UN Global Marketplace for services in the education and training sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

Agency: UNHCR | Reference: UNHCR RFP: 337 | Type: Request for proposal Supply, Installation, Testing and Commissioning of a 110 kVA Diesel Generator and Surface Water Booster Pump System for UNHCR Melkadida Sub-Office, Somali Region/ (Replacement and Upgrade of Surface Water Booster Pumping System and 110 kVA Generator at UNHCR Melkadida,Somali Region in Ethiopia)UNHCR Ethiopia seeks to procure a complete Engineering, Procurement, Installation and Commissioning (EPIC) solution to replace the aging surface water booster pump and 110 kVA diesel generator at its Melkadida Sub-Office in the Somali Region of Ethiopia. The existing system has become unreliable due to wear, frequent breakdowns and reduced efficiency, affecting the continuity of water supply services. The proposed replacement system is intended to provide a modern, efficient, and reliable pumping solution while allowing future integration with solar photovoltaic power as part of a hybrid energy system.The selected contractor will be responsible for design verification, equipment supply, transportation, installation, testing, commissioning, training, documentation, warranty support and after-sales services. The scope includes supplying a new surface water booster pump, high-efficiency electric motor, solar-compatible Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), 110 kVA diesel generator, Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS), monitoring and control systems, pump manifold, instrumentation, spare parts and maintenance tools.The project requires comprehensive site assessment, hydraulic and electrical design verification, installation of all mechanical and electrical components, operational testing, and training of UNHCR and partner personnel. Equipment and workmanship must comply with internationally recognized standards, including IEC and ISO requirements, and be suitable for harsh environmental conditions characterized by high temperatures, dust and limited communications infrastructure.The contractor must demonstrate relevant experience in similar pumping and generator projects, provide a minimum 12-month warranty, and ensure the system meets specified hydraulic and electrical performance standards before final acceptance. The project will be awarded through a Request for Proposal (RFP) based on technical responsiveness, bidder qualifications and overall value for money DOCUMENTS AND LINKS: • Annex E - ERP Supplier Portal Guidelines.pdf: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/DownloadDocument?noticeId=309905&documentId=2050429 • Download all documents: https://www.ungm.org/Public/Notice/DownloadAllDocuments?noticeId=309905 CONTACT: • Email: ETHADSMS@unhcr.org

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace and was originally published on August 5, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About UNHCR

UNHCR has issued 413 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 53 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Information & Communication Technology, and Finance & Banking. Tenders span 10 countries including Senegal, Japan, and Chile. Notices are distributed via UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace. Most recent publication: August 6, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Ethiopia. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UNGM - United Nations Global Marketplace to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is August 19, 2026. You have 13 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by UNHCR in Ethiopia. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Education & Training sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.