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1. Background
Kenya's Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) are facing a critical drought situation, with five consecutive failed rain seasons leading to a significant reduction in water levels in both seasonal and permanent water sources. This has resulted in high food insecurity and vulnerabilities, exacerbated by factors such as inflation-driven high food and farm input prices, deteriorating pasture due to an influx of livestock from neighboring counties, and outbreaks of livestock diseases in pastoral livelihood zones. The Long Rains Assessment (LRA) report in 2022 indicated alarmingly high percentages of food insecurity in West Pokot and Isiolo counties, inhabited by pastoral communities heavily reliant on livestock. As the drought worsens, pastoralists are migrating in search of pasture, leading to potential resource-based conflicts. Livestock health conditions are poor, causing high mortality rates, and milk production remains low. Agricultural areas have also been impacted by continuous crop failures due to the lack of rainfall and inadequate soil moisture, aggravated by crop diseases and pests. The LRA projected a significant number of people likely to face food insecurity in both counties by December 2022. Household nutrition practices have been severely affected, with a growing acute malnutrition problem among children below two years old and women in the affected regions.
Geographical information
Location Distance from Kapenguria GPS Coordinates
Kokwoplam (Iyon River) 25 Km 1.366818N, 35.211457E
Kamatepon (Iyon River) 42 Km 1.465120N, 35.255244E
Mintril (Iyon River) 50 Km 1.506152N, 35.304292E
Snukur (Sukuk River) 88 Km 1.310255N, 35.587997E
Introduction:
The purpose of this document is to outline the Terms of Reference (TOR) for conducting an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) for the construction of four collection chambers along River Iyon (Chepareria Ward) and one intake at Sukuk River (Lomut Ward) for the purpose of abstracting water to support mother-to-mother support groups with water for domestic use and small scale irrigation. The EIA aims to identify and assess potential environmental impacts associated with the project, propose mitigation measures, and ensure the sustainable development of the river intake facility. The EIA report should satisfy the following conditions:
Project Description:
Provide a comprehensive description of the proposed river intake project, including its location, purpose, design, and operational aspects. Highlight the expected water extraction capacity, infrastructure requirements, and any potential associated activities (e.g., access roads, pipelines, etc.).
Objectives of the Environmental Impact Assessment:
- Identify and assess potential environmental impacts resulting from the construction and operation of the river intake facility.
- Evaluate the project's compliance with relevant environmental regulations, policies, and standards.
- Propose effective mitigation measures to minimize adverse environmental impacts.
- Assess potential risks to ecosystems, including aquatic habitats, biodiversity, and water quality.
- Evaluate potential social and cultural impacts on local communities, including their livelihoods, health, and well-being.
- Provide recommendations for the sustainable design, construction, and operation of the river intake project.
Scope of the Environmental Impact Assessment:
Outline the scope of the EIA study, including the following aspects:
- Physical Environment: Carry out site-specific environmental impact assessment/screening by visiting each potential site/project area together with the consultant team, and in consultation with local communities to identify key social and environmental features, issues, and risks in the project area relevant to the project, to map out the alternatives from the site perspective, and to determine the level, extent, and type of environmental investigation needed. Assess the project’s impacts on land use, soil erosion, water resources, hydrology, and geology.
- Biological Environment: Evaluate potential impacts on aquatic and terrestrial habitats, wildlife, and endangered species.
- Socio-economic Environment: Analyse potential impacts on local communities, including social structures, cultural heritage, livelihoods, and public health.
- Noise and Vibration: Evaluate the potential noise and vibration impacts associated with construction and operation activities.
- Air Quality: Assess potential impacts on air quality due to dust, emissions, and construction-related activities.
Methodology:
Describe the methodologies and techniques to be employed during the EIA study, such as data collection, field surveys, modeling, baseline studies, and stakeholder consultations. Ensure that appropriate methods are selected to address each aspect of the environmental assessment.
Mitigation Measures:
Provide a preliminary list of potential mitigation measures for identified impacts, ensuring they are practical, effective, and environmentally sound. Include measures to minimize habitat disruption, reduce water extraction impacts, control noise and dust emissions, and mitigate any adverse socio-economic effects.
Public Consultation and Stakeholder Engagement:
Outline a plan for engaging with relevant stakeholders, including local communities, governmental agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other interested parties. Specify the consultation process, public hearings, and mechanisms for incorporating stakeholder feedback into the EIA report.
Monitoring and Compliance:
Develop a monitoring plan to assess the effectiveness of mitigation measures during the construction and operation phases. Define monitoring parameters, frequency, responsible parties, and reporting requirements. Also, outline a compliance mechanism to ensure adherence to environmental regulations and conditions.
2. Environmental Management Plan:
Prepare an Environmental Management Plan (EMP) that outlines the strategies and actions to be implemented throughout the project lifecycle. Include measures for environmental monitoring, emergency response, environmental training, and regular reporting.
3. Reporting:
Specify the format and structure of the EIA report, including the required chapters, sections, and supporting documentation. Outline the process for review and approval of the report by relevant regulatory authorities.
Bill of quantities for the 4 sites including VAT:
EIA study phase Specific Activity Unit cost Totals cost
Field work Consultations Lump sum
Monitoring studies
Write ups Data analysis Lump sum
Impact prediction
Mitigation measures identification
Formulation of EMP
Compiling of the EIA study report
Submission Submission of report to NEMA (Ten hard copies and an electronic copy) Lump sum
EIA presentation
SUB - TOTAL
VAT @ 16%
TOTAL AMOUNT
EIA Study Report deliverables
The report will contain an introduction explaining the need for, and context of the project. The report should, at a minimum, cover the following basic aspects:
1. Executive Summary
2. Policy, Legal and Administrative Framework
3. The EIA Methodology
4. Description of the Existing Environment
5. Description of the Proposed Project in detail
6. Identification and Assessment of Potential Direct, Indirect, Cumulative, Positive and Negative
i) Environmental Impacts i.e. Physical, Natural Hazard Risk, Biological, Human/Social, Public Involvement ii) Recommended Mitigation Measures i.e: Identification and analysis of alternatives, management of the Environmental and heritage aspects of the project
iii) Environmental Management of the Project i.e; Environmental Quality Objectives, training and draft outline monitoring program
- List of References and appendices including:
i) Reference documents
ii) Photographs/ maps/ site plans
iii) TOR
iv) Notes from Public Consultation
v) Glossary of Technical Terms used
N/B Ten hard copies and an electronic copy of the study report will submitted to the National Environment Management Authority for Licensing.
Required documentation.
The consultants are required to provide the following (Mandatory) documents.
- Must submit a copy of updated Valid Tax Compliance Certificate issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority (Will be verified on the KRA TCC Checker)
- Must submit copy of KRA pin/VAT Certificate.
- Must submit a copy of registration certificate and up to date practising license as an EIA expert.
- Must submit the company profile indicating capacity to undertake the proposed environmental impact assessment /audit studies.
- Proof of recent similar EIA consultancies undertaken within the past three years with corresponding issued and approved NEMA certificates.
- The filled in and stamped financial proposal as per the shared bill of quantities above.
- Up to date CVs of the technical personnel to undertake the proposed EIA consultancy
- Proposed activity timelines to perform the assignment.
- Availability to perform the assignment at the earliest possible time.
Submission Instructions
Qualified candidates/firms to submit their valid documents as stated above submitted as one PDF document stamped with the recent company’s logo/letter head and current postal address on each submitted page to be received on or before Friday, 4th August 2023 at 5pm to the following email address: tenders@ke-actionagainsthunger.org
Please quote Environmental Impact Assessment for West Pokot County as the email subject line
How to apply
Qualified candidates/firms to submit their valid documents as stated above submitted as one PDF document stamped with the recent company’s logo/letter head and current postal address on each submitted page to be received on or before Friday, 4th August 2023 at 5pm to the following email address: tenders@ke-actionagainsthunger.org
Please quote Environmental Impact Assessment for West Pokot County as the email subject line
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