Georgia, Kvemo Samgori, Tbisi-Kumisi and Zeda Ru Irrigation Systems

Brief Description of the Project:

The Irrigation and Land Market Development Project (ILMDP) (US$50 million) is financed by the World Bank. The project development objective is to improve delivery of irrigation and drainage services in selected areas and to develop improved policies and procedures as a basis for national program of land registration.

The project covers three irrigation schemes:

1.      Zeda Ru (Lot 1) in Shida Kartli Region serving 3,099 ha;

2.      Kvemo Samgori Right Bank (Lot 2) in Kakheti Region serving 14,159 ha; and

3.      Tbisi Kumisi (Lot 3) in Kvemo Kartli Region serving 10,411 ha.

Total Irrigation-Drainage Area is 27,669 ha.

Zeda Ru Project Design consists of a total length of 40461 m of the concrete lining and earth canals, 54290 m of the HDPE pipelines, the Settling Basin and 431 pcs of the structures.

Kvemo Samgori Right Bank Project Design is consisting of a total length of 187109 m of the HDPE pipelines, 17922 m of the ST pipelines, 11094 m of the Parabolic Flume, the Settling Basins, the Sediment Pool, the Pressure Reducing Valve Chamber and 1004 pcs of the structures.

Scope of Services:

The consulting services are divided into two main assignments:

Assignment A:

• Review of available project studies/documents and chalk out surveys & investigations requirement for detailed design of the project works. Carry out the rehabilitation/repair need assessment through condition survey of irrigation system infrastructure.
• Carry out Surveys & Investigation program as identified as project needs.
• Prepare the detailed designs of works by making use of modern approaches for better control & management of irrigation water on the basis of the surveys and investigation and in consultation with stakeholders. Assist in approval of the designs. Review the designs and documents already completed and assist Client in early execution of works.
• Prepare tender documents for project identified works, carry out overall construction works planning, assist in tender award process including tender evaluation and award recommendation reports. Assist Client in other procurement related tasks as required.

Assignment B:

• Perform objective supervision of all construction works under the project in the role of “the Consultant” with WB compliance conditions. Assist in contract administration. Identify any risks during construction and suggest mitigation measure. Prepare Progress Monitoring Reports.  Review and evaluate variation and claims. Review and certify Interim Payment Certificates.
• Prepare and/or update/revise EIA, EMP and the RAPs as per PIU and WB guidelines for approval.
• Support PMO in monitoring, implementation of EMP and Resettlement Plan
• Review and update Contractor’s program for the implementation of the various phases of the project
• Support Client in Technical Assistance activities necessary for the proper implementation of the Project.
• Preparation of Operation, Maintenance/Repair Manual in with project needs.
• Preparation of comprehensive Project Completion Reports.
• Prepare presentation and participate in various presentation and site visits as and when required by the Client
• Provide services during the Defect Notification Period. Assist in taking over and performance certificates.
• Provide technical assistance and training for the interested project staff of the Client.