RFQ856 CFW Construction of Stone Masonry Check Dam Project Surbaghal, Kandahar

Agency: UNDP | Reference: UNDP-AFG-00856 | Type: Request for quotation 1.Background:With the current political instability, economic volatility, the collapse of basic services, the uncertainty over continued international aid as a source of revenue, the disruptions to trade and finance, and the impacts of climate change on food production, the risks faced by the poor are becoming more intense and less predictable. It is estimated that as of August 2021, over half a million people have already been displaced by conflict, and thousands more affected by natural disasters. Up to 30 percent of the population is projected to be in either a food security crisis or emergency by the end of the year[1], and half of all children under five are already severely malnourished.An innovative, inclusive, and highly flexible approach is needed, one that put people first targets the most vulnerable, and meets local needs by focusing on saving lives and livelihoods. UNDP is, therefore, adopting and leading a highly integrated yet decentralized approach to programming known as the Afghanistan Community Resilience Programme (ACRP)In September 2024, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have jointly launched the Afghanistan Community Resilience Programme (ACRP), a two-year initiative running from 2024 to 2026. The ACRP was extended in September 2024 with an additional EUR 6 million in funding, and the implementation period was prolonged until September 2027. The programme will address the critical challenges faced by rural communities in Kandahar , Helmand , and Badghis provinces by enhancing sustainable livelihoods, improving food security, and building resilience to climate-related shocks.Funded by a generous contribution of USD 23.2 million from the European Union, the ACRP aims to support over 116,000 vulnerable households. The programmes key focus areas include increasing agricultural productivity, promoting diversified livelihoods, and strengthening market linkages. By improving the production of staple crops and high-value agricultural products, as well as livestock, the ACRP seeks to enhance food and nutrition security while boosting household incomes. Additionally, the programme will support the creation of employment opportunities through Cash-for-Work initiatives and the development of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).The ACRP will address the urgent need for improved water resource management in these provinces. The programme plans to rehabilitate and construct community-based water projects, including check dams, irrigation canals, and other essential water-harvesting structures. These interventions will support agricultural production and provide alternative livelihoods for former poppy farmers. In doing so, the programme will help communities transition from emergency assistance to longer-term resilience, ensuring they are better equipped to face future challenges.The ACRP will also establish or reactivate three community-level multi-hazard early warning systems in former poppy farming areas with high disaster risks. These systems will enhance community preparedness, protecting lives, livelihoods, and agricultural lands from floods and other devastating events.The programmes implementation will be guided by an inclusive and participatory approach, ensuring that the most vulnerable populations, including those without legal identity documents, benefit from its initiatives. The selection of households for support will be based on comprehensive vulnerability criteria developed in consultation with local communities, and relevant stakeholders. This approach will ensure that the programme effectively addresses the needs of those most affected by the ongoing challenges in Afghanistan, including climate change, economic instability, and the impacts of the poppy cultivation ban. The Cash-for-Work (CfW) modality under the Afghanistan Community Resilience Programme (ACRP) serves as both a critical livelihoods intervention and a risk‑mitigation instrument for communities facing economic and environmental vulnerability. By providing short‑term income support, CfW helps households meet immediate basic needs while reducing reliance on negative coping mechanisms during periods of instability. At the same time, the approach facilitates the creation or rehabilitation of essential community assets—such as irrigation canals, access roads, flood‑protection structures, and small-scale public infrastructure—that strengthen local resilience and contribute to longer-term productivity. During infrastructure implementation, CfW also supports stabilization by engaging community members in constructive, locally prioritized activities that enhance social cohesion, reduce implementation risks, and reinforce collective ownership of community development outcomes.2.Project Area:This project is located Surbaghalvillage, Maiwand District, Kandahar Province, Afghanistan.3 DOCUMENTS AND LINKS: • [1]: https://undp-my.sharepoint.com/personal/yinhom_nicole_chow_undp_org/Documents/UNDP%20AFG%20Procurement/PRC0187001%20RFQ856%20CFW%20Maiwand%20ACRP/RFQ856%20CFW%20Surbaghal%20Check%20Dam%20IH.docx#_ftn1 CONTACT: • Email: procurement.af@undp.org