Extension of Namwela Pipeline and Associated works

Project Detail Report

Overview

StatusOngoing
TypeWater Supply
AgencyLake Victoria North Water Works Development Agency
ProgramGOK Funded Projects
Progress80.00%

Location Information

CountyBungoma
ConstituencyKabuchai
WardNamwela
SettingRural
Coordinates0.716591, 34.711520

Timeline & Impact

Start Date2017-01-02
Planned End DateN/A
Actual End DateN/A
ContractorSimba Contractors Limited
Consultantl
Target AreasCheptais, Kimama, Butonge, Sirisia
Scope of WorksConstruction of kimama tank(bill2), Construction of Cheptais 225m3 capacity tank(bill 3), Construction of Sirisia 225m3 capacity tank (bill4), New pipeline (namwela and sirisia–butonge), Water kiosks, Rehabilitation works at t/works, Rehabilitation of old tanks, Rehabilitation of old pipeline, Installation of air valves and washouts
ImpactsReduction in waterborne diseases due to access to clean water and improved sanitation, leading to better overall health and reduced healthcare costs. Increased school attendance especially for girls as they spend less time collecting water and managing sanitation needs. Access to clean water and sanitation will increase productivity in the workforce, leading to improved livelihoods and economic growth, women and girls often bear the burden of collecting water, so improved water access will empower them and provide more time for other activities
ChallengesProject stalled at 80% completion level. Pending works include : Rehabilitation of water treatment works, tanks and pipelines, Completion of laying of pipelines. Completion of water tanks. The Contract was terminated and packaged to be awarded as a new Contract.
RemarksRequest for funds made to Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation

Project Cost

Total Contract Sum (GoK + Foreign)KES 45,228,214.50
GoK Contract SumKES 45,228,214.50
Foreign Contract SumKES 0.00
Cumulative ExpenditureKES 0.00
Outstanding CostKES 0.00

Beneficiaries

Target Households3,087
Target Population15,000