Arch. Engineer to assess the Refurbishment of Public Prosecution and Hight Judicial Council (National)

BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT

The Sawasya II programme: Promoting the Rule of Law in Palestine represents the primary programmatic vehicle of the United Nations for advancing the rule of law, integrity, gender justice and human rights in Palestine for the period 2018-2022. Bringing together the main UN entities mandated and invested in these areas in an integrated programme framework (three years, with provision for a further two optional years), Sawasya II seeks to elevate the state building enterprise for a progressively functioning and increasingly inclusive State of Palestine that respects, protects and fulfils human rights and gender equality, and promotes development, peace, and security. The programme has a dedicated output (2.1.) which aims at improving the quality and efficiency of security and justice services. Under this output, the Programme provides support to the public prosecution and Hight Judiciary Council through its Planning departments.

To that end, Sawasya II is seeking a national specialised on Architectural Design specialist to conduct a compressive needs assessment and action plan for the refurbishment of nine different sites in the West Bank.

SCOPE OF WORK

UNDP/PAPP seeks the services of a consultant who has experience in renovation work in public building and facilities to conduct a needs assessment for nine different locations and provide an action plan for the renovation work which should include detailed design and Bill of Quantity together with detailed drawings, specifications of items and estimated cost. Details of the nine locations are provided in the following section.

Public prosecution:

1- Jenin Public Prosecution: The public prosecution office is in Jenin city and is about 600 m2. The main tasks include, but not limited to, rehabilitation of the seizure room which located in the ground floor and it is about 15 m2, maintenance of the ceiling and lighting, installation of additional shelves in addition to cabinets and a ventilation system, maintenance of the reception room, creating a special room for the police, adding additional waiting seats, and installing a complete camera system for the Public Prosecution branch, as well as comprehensive maintenance of the sewage system, water network, roofing, and lighting maintenance.

2- Bethlehem Public Prosecution: The place is in Bethlehem, and it is independent building with two floors and basement, it is about 162 m2. The main needs are related to humidity problems, ventilation system, office furniture and equipment related to seized items, maintenance of lighting, ceilings and bathrooms, and installation of a monitoring system.

3- Halhul Public Prosecution: Located in Halhul city, there is need to establish a seized items room with 50 m2 in the second floor as well rehabilitating the rest of the floor and installing a surveillance camera system.

4- Yatta Public Prosecution: Establishing a seized items room with 50 m2, furnishing, and rehabilitating it according to the rules, and installing a surveillance camera system.

High Judiciary Council:

This includes five locations in five governorates. Details are provided below:

Ramallah conciliation and first instance court (6 detention cells)
Nablus conciliation and first instance court (4 detention cells)
Bethlehem conciliation and first instance court (2 detention cells)
Jericho conciliation and first instance court (4 detention cells)
Jenin conciliation and first instance court (4 detention cells)

Duties and Responsibilities

FUNCTIONS/ DUTIES, KEY RESULTS EXPECTED

The Consultant’s main tasks will be the following:

Need assessment that includes conducting sufficient inspection visits for the nine sites, at least 14 visits.
Revision of relevant existing drawings, as built drawings, for the nine places if exist. In case no drawings exist, modify/produce them as per the existing situation including all mechanical and electrical services.
Ensuring that proposed modifications are women and children friendly, if applicable.
Generate the new proposed modifications and the proposed architectural design for the new places taking into consideration the optimum use of space with the optimum cost. The consultant should also provide suggestions for any electrical and mechanical modifications such as lightening and ventilation.
Prepare the detailed BOQs, specifications and tender documents in addition to all cross-sections that facilitate implementation.
Participate in the construction- technical committee meeting in AGO and HJC.
Provide suggestions for all structural, mechanical, and electrical works that needs to be considered for the new design and suggest suitable brands
Provide a cost estimate of the budget and a workable time frame for the implementation.
Identify list of equipment and furniture needed for the nine sites including their costs.
Complete design report that includes drawings, tender documents, specifications, priced BOQ, and any other relevant documents required for proper the proper implementation of the refurbishment of the hall in Ramallah and seized items room in Nablus public prosecution.

TARGET GROUP

Palestinian public, AGO staff and HJC staff

Role of UNDP focal person/team

The UNDP/ SAWASYA II project team (Technical Specialist / Human Right Coordinator will provide the following services:

act as the focal person to interact with the consultant to facilitate the assignment, to facilitate the field mission, to facilitate the review of each output and ensure the timely generation of the comments from stakeholders on each output.
provide overall quality assurance for this consultancy on behalf of UNDP; and,
review deliverables.

DELIVERABLES

The consultant will be expected to complete the following deliverables and report to the Technical Specialist and the Human Rights Coordinator:

Deliverable

Elements of the deliverable

Timeframe

A detailed Assessment Report of the 9 sites

Work plan

An inception report including methodology, need assessment plan, reporting outline and timetable.

3 weeks from the commencement date of the assignment

Nine design reports that includes design drawings, tender documents, specifications, priced BOQ, list of equipment and furniture needed for the nine sites with estimated costs and any other relevant documents required for proper renovation of the nine sites that is endorsed by the AGO and HJC

After 10 weeks from the commencement date of the assignment

Final Detailed Assessment Report

After 11 weeks from the commencement date of the assignment

PAYMENT TERMS

UNDP/PAPP shall make the following payments upon satisfactory completion and acceptance of the following deliverables:

Deliverables

Payment (%)

Approval of the work plan and the inception report on the nine sites

25%

Approval of the design drawing, BOQ and tender documents for all sites

50%

Approval of the final need assessment report

25%

Competencies

Corporate Competencies

Demonstrates integrity by modelling the UN values and ethical standards
Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
Treats all people fairly without favouritism
Excellent analytical and organisational skills

Functional Competencies

Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
Builds strong relationships with clients and external actors
Demonstrates ability to manage complexities
Communicates effectively with staff at all levels of the organisation
Acts with tact and diplomacy
Proves outgoing and comfortable in handling external relations at all levels
Proves sensitivity to women’s and children’s needs within court buildings
Demonstrates compelling communication skills and cross-cultural effectiveness
Possesses the ability to convey difficult issues and positions to senior officials and counterparts

Required Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The below experience and qualification requirements apply to this role.

Education

At BSc. in Architectural Engineering, or any similar field

Experience

At least 5 experiences in architectural design and construction management.
At least 2 years’ experience in conducting such assignment
At least 1 experience in construction environment aspects
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Creative thinker and efficient cost planner.
Previous work experience with United Nations is an asset

Languages

Fluency English and Arabic is an asset
Highly skilled in professional English writing