Strategies for Northern Development (SND) is a local, fully registered non-governmental organization established in 2007 to empower nomadic pastoralist communities of Northern Kenya and Southern Ethiopia. Guided by its vision “to see a society where all pastoralist communities are resilient and live a dignified life,” SND works across seven strategic pillars:

  • Peace, Conflict Resolution and Governance

  • Humanitarian Assistance and Emergency Response

  • Protection, Gender Equality and Inclusion

  • Climate Justice and Resilience

  • Livelihood and Enterprise Development

  • Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)

  • Health and Nutririon

  • Institutional Effectiveness

Through strong partnerships with communities, government, and development actors, SND delivers sustainable solutions that enhance resilience, promote dignity, and unlock socio-economic opportunities for marginalized households.

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2. About the Procurement Opportunity

With support from the World Food Programme (WFP) under the Ecosystem, Community Livelihood and Infrastructure Project, SND intends to implement the:

Drilling of Dirdima Borehole 
📍 Dirdima Village, Dabel Sub-Location, Moyale Sub-County, Marsabit County

The project seeks to improve sustainable access to clean and safe water for pastoralist communities in this water-stressed region.

SND hereby invites qualified, reputable, and duly registered borehole drilling contractors to submit quotations for the execution and completion of the above assignment.

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3. Description of Work / Service

DRILLING OF DIRDIMA BOREHOLE WATER SUPPLY PROJECT

REF: SND – WFP/ESR-BH DRILLING 12/2025–001
Project Location: Dirdima Village, Dabel Sub-Location, Moyale Sub-County, Marsabit County

Scope of Works (Summary):

  • Mobilization and demobilization of drilling equipment and camps

  • DTH drilling of 8” diameter borehole to estimated depths of:

    • 0–100m

    • 100–160m

    • Above 160m (if necessary)

  • Supply and installation of:

    • 152mm plain steel casing

    • 152mm plasma slotted steel casing

  • Gravel packing, bentonite sealing and borehole development

  • Construction of concrete plinth and installation of well cap

  • Pump testing of the completed borehole

  • Geological logging and borehole completion data reporting

  • Water chemical and bacteriological analysis

  • Preparation and submission of all technical completion reports

All works must meet national standards and WASH sector technical specifications.

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4. How to Apply

Interested, capable, and eligible firms are invited to:

1. Prepare a complete quotation including the following Mandatory Documents:

  • Certificate of Incorporation / Business Registration

  • CR12 (for companies)

  • Valid Business Permit

  • KRA PIN and Tax Compliance Certificate

  • Duly completed, stamped and signed BOQ

2. Submit the following Technical Documents:

  • NCA Registration and Practicing License (Electrical, Water & Mechanical preferred)

  • Lead technical staff with:

    • Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

    • Registration with the Engineering Board of Kenya

    • Minimum 5 years’ experience in similar assignments

  • Proof of extensive borehole drilling experience (Air and Mud Drilling)

  • Proof of similar assignments completed

  • Audited financial reports for the last 2 years

3. Submission Method:

📧 Email: procurement@sndafrica.org
📦 Physical delivery: SND Offices in Isiolo, Marsabit or Moyale

4. Important:

  • Clearly indicate the reference:
    SND – WFP/ESR-BH DRILLING 12/2025–001
    on the email subject line or envelope.

🗓 Deadline for Submission: 9th December 2025

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✦ PROTECTION • INCLUSION • ETHICS ✦

5. Commitment to Protection, Inclusion & Ethical Conduct

SND upholds the highest standards of protection, gender equality, inclusion, and anti-corruption. We strongly encourage participation by:

  • Women-owned enterprises

  • Youth-led companies

  • Local contractors from marginalized and hard-to-reach areas

  • Persons with Disabilities (PWD)-owned enterprises

SND maintains a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH), discrimination, fraud, bribery, and corruption.

Any attempt to influence the procurement process will lead to automatic disqualification, reporting to relevant authorities, and permanent blacklisting from SND’s supplier database.

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CALL TO ACTION

SND invites all qualified borehole drilling firms with a strong commitment to quality workmanship, ethical practice, and community impact to submit their quotations and partner with us in bringing safe water, dignity, and resilience to the people of Dirdima.