Hydrogeological Survey, Drilling, and Installation of a Borehole in Makoma Village, Bukabooli Subcounty, Mayuge District (BMZ Handpump Project)

1. Introduction

Habitat for Humanity Uganda (HFHU), an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI), is a Christian non-profit organization committed to eliminating poverty housing since 1982. HFHU has built, rehabilitated, or improved over 40,000 homes, enabling more than 240,000 Ugandans to access decent and affordable shelter.

HFHU is planning to implement a Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) project in Bukabooli Subcounty, Mayuge District, Uganda. As part of this initiative, HFHU invites eligible and qualified companies to submit Expressions of Interest (EOI) for conducting a hydrogeological survey, drilling, and installation of a handpump in Makoma Village.

2. Purpose of the Assignment

The purpose of this assignment is to identify a suitable groundwater point through a hydrogeological survey and subsequently drill and install a handpump in Makoma Village, Mayuge District.

3. Scope of Work

The selected contractor will be required to:

• Conduct a comprehensive hydrogeological survey to determine a viable drilling point.

• Drill, construct, and install a standard handpump borehole in accordance with HFHU specifications.

• Implement all works based on the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and technical specifications available on the HFHU website.

4. Mode of Application

Eligible and interested companies should:

1. Collect the application documents from the Habitat for Humanity Uganda office.

2. Submit both:

   • A hard copy of the Expression of Interest (EOI) and all required attachments.

   • A soft copy saved on a memory card/Flash Disk.

Submission Address:

Procurement Committee
Habitat for Humanity Uganda
Plot 1028, Lukadide Road, Kira Ward, Kampala (near Namugongo Kyakilagalya), Uganda
Deadline of Bid Submission: 12:00 PM on 12th February 2026

Bid Opening:

• 2:00 PM on 12th February 2026

• All bidders MUST send a representative for the bid opening.
  Absence of a representative will lead to automatic disqualification.

• The selection of the best Expression of Interest will follow the open domestic bidding procedures in accordance with the HFHU Procurement Policy. Participation is open to companies legally eligible to operate within Uganda.

5. Required Format for Submission of EOI

Applicants must structure their Expression of Interest as follows:

A. Company Details

• Registered company name

• Physical address and contact information

• Official email address

• Name and contact details of the authorized representative

B. Statutory Documents (Attach copies)

• Certificate of Registration

• Valid Trading License

• Tax Compliance Certificate (if applicable)

C. Company Profile

• Brief company background

• Core competence in water and sanitation infrastructure

• Organizational capacity and key personnel

D. Relevant Experience

• Evidence of similar assignments completed in the past five (5) years

• Description of works, locations, clients, and contract values

E. Technical & Financial Proposal

• Proposed methodology for the hydrogeological survey

• Implementation plan and timelines

• Detailed financial proposal

F. Value Addition / Innovation

• Any innovative approaches, techniques, or technologies that can enhance project outcomes

G. Compliance with BOQ & Specifications

• Statement confirming ability to meet all requirements

H. Additional Information

• Any other relevant information that strengthens the application

Important Note:

• A site visit before preparing your quotation is mandatory and will form part of the evaluation.

• Only Successful bidders shall be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 1(one) month after the bid submission deadline, consider your bid unsuccessful.

• Habitat for Humanity Uganda reserves the right to reject any bid and is not bound to contract the lowest bidder or any other bidder.

• Any kind of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.

Inquiries:

All inquiries should formally be channeled through procurement@hfhu.org or info@hfhu.org or 0392 780 802 OR visit The Habitat for Humanity Uganda offices on Plot 1028, Lukadide Road, Kira Ward, Kampala (near Namugongo Kyakilagalya), Uganda