REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)
This notice is placed on behalf of UNECA. You are therefore requested to direct all your queries to United Nations Economic Commission for Africa using the fax number provided below.
Title of the EOI: For establishing a Long-term Agreement (LTA) for five (5) years for the provision of Schedule of Rates for Construction/renovation/ Maintenance works in the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Date of this EOI: 04 April 2022
Closing Date for Receipt of EOI: 03 May 2022
EOI Number: EOIUNECA19643
E-mail Address: alam5@un.org; assaad@un.org
Address EOI response by fax for the Attention of: A.K.M. Sorwar Alam
UNSPSC Code: 72000000 DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS 1. BACKGROUND
The Facility/building in particular displays intact much of its original internal fitout, which consists of modular aluminium. Partition systems, modular aluminium ceiling systems, and vinyl and carpet floor finishes. Over time the building’s occupants have changed the layouts utilizing the flexibility of these systems. Modern office design philosophy has evolved from the era of the open office. The ‘Flexible Workplace’ principles that underpin contemporary workplace design, recognize a diversity of needs of the individual - some types of works require solitude and privacy, whereas other types of work require a collaborative team environment and importantly, an individual’s needs often change throughout the day. Through the implementation of a broad range of workspaces ranging from enclosed quiet rooms to open collaborative zones, staff are provided with access to a type of workspace that suits their needs at any given time. Coupled with a greater focus on staff facilities such as breakout spaces, work lounges and a staff kitchen, the flexible workplace principles that have been adopted will simultaneously increase spatial efficiency and the amenity of the end users.
2. DESCRIPTION OF WORKS:
Site Assessment: Assessment of the project site to estimate the required work to be conducted.
Design: The Contractor shall provide the complete detailed design for the proposed project works based on ECA provided preliminary/conceptual design. The detailed design shall be in accordance with all relevant local and international standards and to be approved by ECA prior to start the work.
DEMOLITION WORKS: TYPICAL TASKS:
▶ Demolish internal fit out
▶ Retain in place existing structural concrete frame and core, vertical transportation, finishes to stairs and terraces
▶ Demolish glazing
REFURBISHMENT WORKS: TYPICAL TASKS:
▶ Internal finishes
▶ Bridge structure across void, suspended concrete slab
▶ Paint finish to all existing exposed masonry & concrete surfaces
▶ Kitchen
▶ External glazing to balconies
▶ Coordination of loose furniture installation
▶ Demolish and replace nominated external windows fit out
MECHANICAL / HVAC: TYPICAL TASKS:
▶ Remove Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) circuit, isolate at riser to maintain system to remainder of the building.
▶ Demolish all on floor ductwork, diffusers and ancillaries.
▶ Retain existing metal vertical ductwork within structural risers, clean, check integrity, and reseal where appropriate.
▶ Remove insulation.
▶ Remove AHU’S W3 and W4 within the basement and replace with variable speed supply fans.
▶ Fresh air horizontal supply ductwork connecting to existing refurbished vertical ductwork.
▶ VRV system, refrigerant pipework up through mechanical riser to roof mount outdoor units.
▶ Mechanical exhaust to toilets, kitchens and photocopier/ printer areas.
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION: TYPICAL TASKS:
▶ General power, comms & Wi-fi
▶ IRS / MATV
▶ Voice & data passive infrastructure
▶ Security & access control, CCTV
▶ Lighting - including feature to lobby, meeting rooms & work lounges
▶ Emergency lighting
▶ Smoke & thermal detection
▶ Generally, all on floor passive equipment
▶ Client to provided IT equipment, including, computers, phones, photocopiers etc.
FIRE PROTECTION: TYPICAL TASKS:
▶ Upgrade of the floor’s fire protection to comply with current international standards and best building practices.
WASHROOM UPGRADES: TYPICAL TASKS:
▶ Demolish internal fit out of bathrooms
▶ Demolish Internal finishes & toilet partitions
SANITARY DRAINAGE & WATER RETICULATION: TYPICAL TASKS:
▶ New kitchen with hot & cold-water supply with water supply taken from the existing risers and new stacks to facilitate sanitary drainage
▶ New fire sprinkler, fire hose reel & hydrant installations to provide compliance with current international standards. f New fixtures to existing bathrooms with the same locations generally to minimize extra
▶ New floor wastes in the bathrooms to facilitate drainage of the floor for overflows and cleaning
▶ New branches drain cleanouts/inspection outlets to provide increased maintainability of the sanitary drains. Vendors interested in participating in the planned solicitation process should complete the Vendor Response Form (https://www.un.org/depts/ptd/node/add/interestexpressed?eoi=eoiuneca19643) of this EOI and fax it or email it to UNECA before the closing date set forth above.