Construction of the new waste treatment facility for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados

New clarification added: Dear Bidders,To all bidders who have submitted their clarification requests, please be advised that UNOPS is currently working on providing responses to all submitted clarification requests at the earliest opportunity. Bidders are invited to submit their queries, suggestions, or comments within the established deadline for clarifications.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 7 (continued)Question No. 55:Clarification on Exchange Rate for Conversion of Contract Amounts in Schedule 0.4Schedule 0.4 [Capacity and Experience] requires contract amounts to be stated in USD, while some of the Bidder’s contracts are denominated in other currencies.Please confirm whether the UN Operational Rates of Exchange shall be used for converting such contract amounts into USD and, if so, which reference date shall apply.Answer:Yes, bidders shall use the United Nations Operational Rates of Exchange (UNORE) to convert non-USD contract amounts into USD for the purposes of Schedule 0.4 (Capacity and Experience).The applicable exchange rate shall be the UN Operational Rate of Exchange in effect on the date of contract signature (or contract completion date), or alternatively, the rate in effect during the month of the bid submission deadline. Bidders should clearly state the applied exchange rate and reference date within their submission.Official UN Operational Rates of Exchange can be consulted at: https://treasury.un.org/operationalrates/OperationalRates.php Question No. 56:Clarification on “As per Contract” Completion DateIn Schedule 0.7 [Performance Statement], please confirm whether the “As per Contract” completion date should refer to the original contractual completion date or the revised contractual completion date including any approved extensions of time (EOTs).Answer:The "As per Contract" completion date refers to the revised contractual completion date, which reflects the original completion date plus any Extensions of Time (EOTs) formally approved under the Contract. Question No. 57:Clarification on QA/QC Responsible Person in Schedule 4.4Following UNOPS’ clarification that the QA/QC Responsible Person shall not be combined with another role, please confirm whether bidders should add a separate row for the QA/QC Responsible Person in Schedule 4.4 [Key Personnel]. Answer:In accordance with Section 3.8 (Key Personnel Requirements), please note that the proposed Key Personnel comprises the following roles:- Project and Construction Manager / Contractor's Representative- Construction Supervisor / Site Foreman- MEP Coordinator- Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) SpecialistThe Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) role is designated as Support Personnel and is therefore not subject to evaluation.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 7Question No. 40: Please provide drawings showing the existing services within the project area, to enable us to ascertain their locations, routes, sizes, and interfaces with the proposed works, and to allow for accurate assessment and pricing of any associated works, protection, diversion, or relocation requirements. Answer:Please refer to response 38, which details the disconnection point for each of the existing utility services. Question No. 41: Clarification on BOQ Omitted ItemsSchedule 3.4 specifies that this Contract is “Measure and Pay Only”, and Schedule 4.1.A [Bill of Quantities] will be used for financial evaluation. During our review, certain works required by the Drawings and Specifications appear not to have corresponding items in the BOQ.Please clarify whether UNOPS will issue a revised/supplementary BOQ for such omitted items. If not, please confirm where bidders should include the associated costs in their Financial Offer, noting that bidders are not permitted to alter the prescribed Returnable Schedules.Answer:We confirm that the payment method for this contract is Measure and Pay Only.Bidders are requested to submit any identified omissions between the Drawings/Specifications and the BOQ directly through this official clarification channel prior to the deadline for clarifications. UNOPS will review all submissions and, where justified, issue an official amendment containing a revised BOQ (Schedule 4.1.A). Question No. 42: I cannot locate where the drawings were issued for this Tender. Kindly advise on how to locate the drawings. Answer:Please refer to Clarification 19 dated 2026-10-05 : The relevant drawings for this project are accessible via the specific links provided in Section V, Sub-clause 3.3 (Drawings) of the tender document.The specific drawings for each discipline are available via the following links:ARCHITECTURE : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1dXqxa0dhLHPmhbjzHoouQ3SRsDZ6fzp0?usp=drive_linkINFRA & ROADS https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DYF4Subf_UW2Jw9yfoFopJo6_KY3dueN?usp=drive_linkSTRUCTURE: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1J-Fp-VTufXXFnEC9uzntcZn7PiALRRXC?usp=drive_linkPLUMBING: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1tyuPqbwIr1YT6vF-FD7NJwVfrRtrvnc-?usp=drive_linkELECTRICAL : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SZ_xKpIVY0Ut8G8rNv5aLU6GDFyihDez?usp=drive_linkELECTROMECHANICS : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Lvr8jkWm6VkXESnIIlXG6BpcliIqU5Hy?usp=drive_linkFIREFIGHTING : https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mZ89nJdLnp43waJfL2v621JyyqGeUztQ?usp=drive_link 

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 7 (continued)Question No. 48: Clarification on Fire Alarm Cause-and-Effect MatrixUnder Section V – Requirements, FIREFIGHTING – Fire Detection and Alarm System, Page 39 of 60, the Fire Alarm System is required to integrate with other building services, including HVAC units and fire pumps, through dedicated input and output monitoring modules. However, no Cause-and-Effect Matrix / Sequence of Operations is provided to define the required control logic.Please provide the Cause-and-Effect Matrix / Sequence of Operations, including the required outputs for each initiating device, applicable time delays, and requirements for manual acknowledgement/reset. Answer:Please refer to Amendment No. 4.The sequence of operations for the interaction between the Fire Detection and Alarm System and other building services has been further developed in Section 5.2.9 (Input and Output Modules) of the revised Fire Protection Technical Specifications (QEH-WTB-FS-702-R03-Technical Specifications). The revised section defines, for each interconnection point, the monitoring and control modules required, and the classification of each signal at the Fire Alarm Control Unit (Alarm, Supervisory or Trouble).The detailed Sequence of Operations shall be developed by the Contractor as part of the fire alarm drawing submittal. It shall reflect the devices actually installed and be coordinated with the hospital's operating procedures and the existing central fire alarm panel.Please be advised that the document QEH-WTB-FS-702-R03-Technical Specifications supersedes QEH-WTB-FS-702-R02-Technical Specifications. Question No. 49:M. Insulated wall construction was mentioned during the site visit held on 18 September 2026. However, we note that there is no specific line item in the BOQ for this work. Kindly advise which BOQ line item we are to use for pricing the insulated wall, or provide a new line item for this requirement. Answer:Please refer to the QEH-WST-AR-100-DESCRIPTIVE REPORT.docx.pdf, page 18, where the structural insulated panel is indicated for the Coldstore for Organic and Coldstore for Chemical and pharmaceutical, in the wall finishes schedule. This insulated wall should be priced in item 2.13.1, Coldrooms enclosure, walls, floor and roof. (70m2).Question No. 50:Clarification on Changing Room Sanitary Fixtures and AccessoriesDrawing QEH-WTB-AR-124 – Changing Room M&F – Detail Plans indicates various sanitary fixtures and accessories, including toilets with tanks, showers and shower faucets, wall-mounted sinks, toilet paper dispensers, paper towel dispensers, liquid soap dispensers, mirrors, safety grab bars and wooden benches. However, no separate BOQ items are clearly identified for most of these sanitary fixtures and accessories.Please confirm whether all sanitary fixtures and accessories shown on Drawing QEH-WTB-AR-124 are included in the Contractor’s scope of supply and installation. Answer:Please refer to Amendment No. 4.Please find the revised BOQ (4.1.A_ITB_2026_63895_Bill of Quantities_Amendment No.4), including these Sanitary fixtures from items 2.6.1 to 2.6.11.Question No. 51:Clarification on Ground Slab Level and Floor Build-upThe architectural drawings define the Project Internal Finished Floor Level as 0.00 FFL, while Structural Drawings QEH-WTB-ST-310/311 indicate the top of the 200 mm thick structural ground slab as -300 FFL.Please clarify whether any additional concrete topping, levelling concrete or concrete fill is required above the 200 mm structural ground slab to make up the apparent 300 mm level difference before application of the specified floor finish.If no additional concrete layer is required, please confirm that the top of the 200 mm structural ground slab shown as -300 FFL and the architectural 0.00 FFL represent the same physical elevation. Answer:Please refer to clarification No. 12. Question No. 52:Clarification on Filters for Supply Fans WTB-00-SF-06 to WTB-00-SF-09Fans WTB-00-SF-06, WTB-00-SF-07, WTB-00-SF-08 and WTB-00-SF-09 serve the Incineration Area and are indicated as wall-mounted/through-wall supply fans. The HVAC specification requires outdoor supply air to be filtered; however, the arrangement for installing the filters with these fans is not clearly defined.Please confirm whether the filters for these four supply fans are to be omitted, or whether additional ductwork shall be provided to accommodate the required filters. Answer:Please refer to Amendment No. 4.For Supply Fans WTB-00-SF-06 to WTB-00-SF-09, filtration shall not be omitted. The proposed solution is to provide a filtered housing as an integral fan accessory, similar to the configuration available for Greenheck AER fans (model referenced in the QEH-WTB-EM-660 Equipment List).The filtered housing shall be suitable for the specified filters and shall allow for straightforward filter replacement, with a galvanized steel construction, heavy-gauge mounting flanges, pre-punched mounting holes, and a bolted access panel or equivalent arrangement.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 7 (continued)Question No. 53:A. Section IV, Page 24 of 60 states that the Contractor shall provide and maintain a secure on-site office or, where site space is unavailable, an approved off-site office within 2 km of QEH for the Supervision Consultant’s team.The facility shall include: Four furnished workstations; Reliable power, data points and high-speed internet; Air conditioning capable of maintaining 22°C to 25°C; Separate male and female restroom facilities; A kitchenette with sink, refrigerator, microwave and electrical outlets; Adequate lighting, ventilation and secure document storage. The Contractor shall cover all utility, maintenance, security and operating costs, provide janitorial services at least twice weekly, and replenish all hygiene consumables. All related costs shall be included in the Contract PriceQuestions:1. What is the floor area of the Engineer’s office. We would need to size the A/C to suit the volume.2.Please describe the work stations’ requirements and sizes.3.How should the work stations be furnished?4.How many data points are required?5.How many power points are required?6.What is the bandwidth of the WIFI?7.Do you require both data points and WIFI?8.Are Portaloo acceptable?9.How many months is the office required for? Answer:Please refer to Amendment No. 4.1. The minimum required net floor area for the Supervision Consultant’s office is 40 m² (equivalent to a standard 40 ft converted container or modular/rental office space). This area must adequately accommodate the 4 workstations, kitchenette, restroom facilities, secure document storage, and necessary circulation space.2. Each workstation desk surface shall measure 1.40 m in length by 0.70 m in depth (1400 mm x 700 mm). Desks shall be constructed of moisture-resistant melamine-faced MDF or equivalent, featuring integrated wire management channels and lockable under-desk drawer units.3. Each workstation shall be fully equipped with: One (1) office desk (1.40 m x 0.70 m). One (1) ergonomic 5-point base swivel chair with adjustable seat height and lumbar support. One (1) lockable mobile drawer pedestal. Direct access to dedicated power sockets and network connectivity.4. If physical network cabling is installed, a total of 8 RJ45 data points (2 per workstation) are required. However, physical wall data jacks are optional, provided that a high-speed, dedicated Wi-Fi network covers all workstations.5. Total Dedicated Wall Power Outlets: 4 double wall sockets (8 total wall outlets) across the office. The contractor may use high-quality, commercial-grade surge-protected power strips/extension units connected to these wall outlets to power workstation equipment (laptops, monitors, chargers).6. The internet service must provide a dedicated minimum bandwidth of 50 Mbps download and 15 Mbps upload.7. No, physical data points are not strictly mandatory if high-speed Wi-Fi is provided. A dedicated, high-speed Wi-Fi network with 100% coverage across the office premises is fully acceptable as the primary network connection method. Physical hardwired data points are only required if chosen by the Contractor or if Wi-Fi signal quality proves insufficient for site operations.8. No. Portable chemical toilets (Portaloos) are not acceptable. The office facility must feature plumbed male and female restroom facilities equipped with flushing toilets, washbasins with running water, and proper connections to the site drainage or an approved, regularly serviced holding tank system.9. The office facility for the Supervision Consultant’s team is required for 10 months.Question No. 54:B. Section IV, Schedule 2.2. Page 22 of 60 indicates that the Contractor shall manage all deliveries, vehicle movements, loading and unloading activities in accordance with the approved Traffic and Delivery Management Plan. A trained banksman shall be provided for: Reversing movements by heavy vehicles; Manoeuvres involving oversized or abnormal loads; Vehicle movements through areas shared with pedestrians or hospital traffic; Other movements identified through the Contractor’s risk assessment as requiring controlled guidance.Questions:1.Please confirm the required qualifications or certification for the banksman.2.Please clarify whether one banksman can cover multiple delivery and vehicle movements simultaneously.3.Please clarify whether banksman services are required throughout the entire project duration.4.Please clarify the definition of “oversized or abnormal loads” for this requirement.5.Please confirm whether the Contractor is responsible for obtaining any permits required for abnormal loads. Answer:1. Please refer to Amendment No. 4. Acceptable qualifications or certifications for the banksman include:- A valid certificate of competence in Vehicle Banking, Traffic Banksman, or Traffic Marshalling from a recognised local or international occupational safety and health training provider or,- Documented evidence of formalised training that explicitly covers reversing manoeuvres, blind-spot awareness, standard hand signals, and pedestrian safety in shared traffic areas or,- A training record or log demonstrating that the individual has been practically assessed and formally deemed competent to guide heavy vehicles and abnormal loads safely.2. For strict safety compliance, a banksman can only provide controlled guidance to one active vehicle movement at a time. While one banksman can manage a schedule of multiple deliveries sequentially, simultaneous reversing manoeuvres or complex movements in different areas of the site will require additional banksmen.3. The requirement is task-dependent and should be scheduled according to the active Delivery Management Plan.4. An 'oversized or abnormal load' is defined in accordance with the Barbados Road Traffic Act and regulations set by the Ministry of Transport and Works (MTW). Generally, this refers to any vehicle or load that exceeds standard legal dimensions (width, length, or height) or weight limits for normal commercial vehicles operating on Barbadian roads, and therefore requires special routing or handling.5. Yes, it is standard practice that the Contractor (or their designated transport subcontractor) is fully responsible for identifying the need for, and obtaining, all necessary statutory permits and route approvals from the Ministry of Transport and Works (MTW), as well as coordinating any, if required, traffic escorts with the Barbados Police Service.  

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 7Question No. 43: Clarification on Water Quality TestingPlease clarify whether third-party water quality testing is required for the relevant water systems, including potable water and effluent discharged from the oil-water separator. If required, please confirm the applicable testing standards and acceptance criteria. Answer:Please refer to Amendment No. 4.Yes, third-party water quality testing and regulatory approvals are required for the relevant water and wastewater systems prior to commissioning. In accordance with Section 1.3 of the Potable Water Technical Specifications (QEH-GEN-PW-405-R02) and Wastewater Technical Specifications (QEH-GEN-SD-406-R02), all supply, installation, testing, and effluents must strictly comply with the specific requirements and acceptance criteria of the Barbados Water Authority (BWA), the TVET Council Barbados, the International Plumbing Code (IPC), AWWA, and the UNOPS Planning & Design Manual for Buildings, including obtaining all necessary certificates from relevant local authorities.Third-party testing and pre-commissioning regulatory approvals have been incorporated into QEH-WTB-GEN-460-R03 - Internal Sanitary Report. Please review Section 8 (Water Quality Testing) on page 17.Please be advised that this document supersedes QEH-WTB-GEN-460-R02 - Internal Sanitary Report.Question No. 44: Clarification on Hot Water Pipe InsulationUnder Drawing QEH-WTB-PW-417-R02 – POTABLE WATER LAYOUT, hot water supply and return pipework is indicated. However, under BOQ Section 5.1.3 – Hot Water Pipes and Fittings, no thermal insulation item is identified for the hot water pipework.Please confirm whether thermal insulation is required for the hot water supply and return pipes. If required, please confirm the required grade/class of the insulation material. Answer:Please refer to Amendment No. 4.Thermal insulation is required for all hot water supply pipework. The revised BOQ includes the insulation item 5.1.3.6 Supply and installation of thermal insulation for hot water supply pipes, closed-cell elastomeric foam (Armaflex / K-Flex or equivalent), 25 mm thickness, Class 0 / Class 1 fire rating per BS 476 Parts 6/7 or 25/50 flame spread / smoke developed index per ASTM E84, including valves, fittings, water heater connections, adhesive and sealing tape. Exposed outdoor runs with UV-resistant aluminium or PVC protective jacket. Equivalent or higher quality.A revised BOQ (4.1.A_ITB_2026_63895_Bill of Quantities_Amendment 4) has been issued to include thermal insulation for hot water supply. Bidders shall include this scope in their proposal accordingly.Question No. 45: Clarification on Hot Water Return CirculationUnder Drawing QEH-WTB-PW-417-R02 – POTABLE WATER LAYOUT, hot water supply and return pipework is indicated. However, the circulation arrangement for the hot water return system is not clearly identified.Please confirm the circulation method for the hot water return system, including whether a separate circulation pump is required, and whether there is any specified return water temperature requirement. Answer:Please refer to Amendment No. 4.The line shown on drawing QEH-WTB-PW-417-R02 corresponds to direct hot water supply from the water heater, not a return line; the drawing symbology has been adjusted to avoid confusion. The updated versions of the drawings are QEH-WTB-PW-417-R03 and QEH-WTB-PW-429-R03-POTABLE WATER SECTIONS, which supersede QEH-WTB-PW-417-R02 and QEH-WTB-PW-429-R02.Question No. 46: Clarification on Centrifugal Pump ControlUnder BOQ Item 5.1.2.14, a Grundfos CM 3-5 centrifugal pump for Cart Washing, complete with control box, is specified; however, the required control philosophy is not defined.Please confirm whether the pump shall operate with VFD control or pressure-based automatic start/stop control. Answer:The Grundfos CM 3-5 centrifugal pump specified is not a stand-alone unit; it forms part of a skid-mounted cart washing system supplied as a complete package with its own integrated control system.Pump operation is fully automatic and is governed by the washer's PLC-based control panel, which starts and stops the pump according to the washing cycle sequence. Key operating parameters are adjustable from the control panel.The pump control philosophy is therefore defined by the equipment manufacturer as part of the integrated package. For reference, the container washer technical specifications can be found in this link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15LrW2TRfgDQ4ZeqWFKS-t3PNLL9L9rCy/view?usp=drive_link Question No. 47: Clarification on Sprinklers Above Electrical PanelsDrawing QEH-WTB-FS-709-R02 – Sprinkler indicates wet-pipe sprinkler heads located above electrical distribution panels.Please confirm whether this arrangement is acceptable. If not, please advise whether the sprinklers should be relocated or provided with any special protection measures. Answer:Please refer to Amendment No. 4.According to NFPA 70: 110.26, Sprinkler protection shall be permitted for the electrical distribution panels if the piping complies with requirements of the spaces of electrical equipment (NFPA 70: 110.26). Sprinkler piping and heads have been rerouted to ensure they remain outside the Dedicated Electrical Space (6 ft above distribution panels) while maintaining required sprinkler coverage.Please be advised that the updated details can be found in Drawing QEH-WTB-FD-707-R03-Fire Alarm System and document QEH-WTB-FS-702-R03-Technical Specifications.Please be advised that these documents supersede QEH-WTB-FS-707-R02-FIRE ALARM SYSTEM and QEH-WTB-FS-702-R02-Technical Specifications.

New amendment added #4: Amendment no. 4Interested bidders in the ITB/2026/63895 process should take into account the modifications included in the document "Amendment No. 4 ITB_2026_63895 .pdf", available in the Documents Section             Taking this amendment into account, the rest of the documents in the tender remain unchanged.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 2 (continued)Question No. 16: H. Section V, 3.1.1. Page 34 of 60 - Before demolition begins, the Employer and Contractor shall jointly inspect the site and prepare an inventory of all items identified for salvage. The Engineer shall coordinate the inventory with QEH. Salvaged items shall remain the property of QEH and shall be tagged, recorded, protected and transferred to the approved storage location.Questions:1.Please provide a preliminary salvage list or2.Confirm that nothing is to be salvaged. Answer: 1. Bidders are provided with the following preliminary list of items identified for salvage. Please be advised that the Successful Bidder shall be required to jointly verify and finalize this inventory on-site with the Engineer and QEH representatives prior to the commencement of any demolition activities:- Two (2) Extractor Fans- Four (4) Floodlights- One (1) Full lean-to shed located on the western side of the Incinerator Building- Valves, pipes, and fittings associated with the incinerator- Pipes and fittings associated with the external cooling fan equipment- Guide wires from the Incinerator Stack- Copper cables (to be disconnected and pulled from the breaker panel)- Serviceable afterburner from the Incinerator- Switch Panel2. Not applicable. As detailed in the response to Question 1, specific items have been designated for salvage.Question No. 17: J. Section V, 3.2.B (Firefighting); Page 44 of 60 states that for Completion and Handover, the Contractor shall provide: Technical training delivered by suitably qualified or factory-trained personnel.Question:1. Clarify if the firefighting technical training is a fourth, separate training requirement, or is it covered under Training Topic 1 (HSSE)? Answer: The technical training for the firefighting system delivered at Completion and Handover is a separate, dedicated technical training requirement. It is specifically intended for operational, maintenance, and facility personnel regarding the correct handling and upkeep of the installed firefighting equipment. The objective of this training is To ensure that designated hospital personnel acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to safely operate, monitor, and maintain the newly installed Firefighting System (FFS).The training must include a theoretical part covering system architecture, applicable standards (e.g., NFPA), O&M manuals, and emergency/discharge protocols, as well as an on-site practical part covering physical component identification (valves, pumps, panels), alarm and fault simulations, control panel operation, and routine maintenance demonstrations.It is distinct from Training Topic 1 (HSSE), which covers general site health, safety, social, and environmental procedures during the project execution phase.Question No. 18: K. The wastewater specification document under item 2.5 refers to a Dosing pump and item 2.6 a Sodium hypochlorite storage tank, however the BQ does not mention these items. Kindly confirm if they are refired and if so, provide full specs. Answer: Items 2.5 (sodium hypochlorite dosing pump) and 2.6 (sodium hypochlorite storage tank) of the general specification QEH-GEN-SD-406-R02 correspond to the effluent disinfection system of the Morgue building and are not part of the WTB scope. Question No. 19: Kindly advise where the relevant drawings for this project can be accessed to aid in the preparation of our tender submission? Answer: The relevant drawings for this project are accessible via the specific links provided in Section V, Sub-clause 3.3 (Drawings) of the tender document.Question No. 20: Clarification on Letter of Intent for the Issuance of Guarantees / Bank Comfort Letter. The UNOPS eSourcing Document Checklist requires the Bidder to submit a mandatory “Letter of Intent for the Issuance of Guarantees” (or a Bank Comfort Letter) issued by a reputable financial institution. However, the ITB documents do not appear to specify the required scope, amount, validity period or prescribed format of this letter.Kindly clarify the purpose and minimum requirements of this document, including which guarantees it is expected to cover, whether any specific guarantee amount or validity period must be stated, and whether the issuing financial institution may use its standard format or a UNOPS-prescribed wording/template is required. Answer: UNOPS does not prescribe a mandatory template or standard wording for the Letter of Intent for the Issuance of Guarantees (Bank Comfort Letter), and bidders may submit a document issued on the standard letterhead and format of a reputable financial institution.The letter must confirm the institution's intent and capacity to issue the required contract guarantees specified under Section IV (Schedule of Details), specifically a Performance Security fixed at 5% of the Accepted Contract Amount. Additionally, if the bidder intends to request an advance payment under Schedule 0.13, the letter must also explicitly confirm coverage for the Advance Payment Guarantee (up to 10% of the Accepted Contract Amount); if no advance payment is requested, inclusion of the advance payment guarantee is not required.The letter may state these coverage percentages relative to the offered bid price rather than a fixed dollar figure. Additionally, the issuing financial institution must satisfy the credit rating requirements set forth in Section IV, Sub-Clause 4.2 (minimum long-term rating of S&P BBB-, Moody's Baa3, or Fitch BBB-), and the letter should be dated within 30 days prior to bid submission and addressed to UNOPS for ITB/2026/63895.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 6  Question No. 38: (continued)Question: 4.Please confirm whether any existing temporary services, bypass systems, or continuity arrangements are available for use by the Contractor and, if so, provide details.5.Please clarify how unforeseen additional costs arising from Engineer-instructed shutdowns or continuity measures beyond those reasonably foreseeable at tender stage will be treated.6.Please provide any available records/drawings identifying existing service routes, isolation points, and connection points relevant to the proposed shutdown and bypass arrangements.8.Confirm whether a temporary standby generator is required and for what?Answer: 4. There are no existing temporary services, bypass systems, or continuity arrangements available for the Contractor’s use. The Contractor must supply, install, maintain, and ultimately remove all necessary temporary equipment and materials required to maintain operational continuity at their own cost.5. Bidders are reminded that all tender prices and rates must be comprehensive and fully inclusive of all risks, obligations, and contingencies necessary for the proper execution of the Works, in accordance with the Bidding Documents and the General Conditions of Contract (GCC). Any determination of entitlement during project execution will depend on the specific circumstances of the instruction, the factual evidence provided, and full compliance with the formal notice and substantiation requirements set forth in the GCC.6. No as-built drawings are available. However, disconnection points have been identified as follows:Electrical - Disconnection point 1Power to the incinerator building enters underground at the south-west corner of the Incinerator building. This entrance point is where the existing block wall starts, and the wall continues towards the masonry shed with galvanised zinc roofing. The Electrical Panel within the building can be disconnected, and the cables pulled back to this disconnection point and handed over to the QEH as salvage material. The QEH electrical department will switch off power to this breaker panel from within the Boiler Room and remove the breaker.Based on the Waste Treatment Building's power requirements, a new power supply will be provided from the main switchgear to the WTB, installed within containment.Water - Disconnection point 1 The water to the incinerator building enters underground at the south-west corner of the Incinerator building. This is the disconnection point. This water supply/entrance point is where the existing block wall starts, and the wall continues towards the masonry shed with galvanised zinc roofing. The QEH plumbing department will turn off the water to this building using a valve outside the Boiler Room. It is suggested to bring the new water supply from the area outside the boiler room to this disconnection point.Gas- Disconnection point 2 The gas supply will be turned off at the meter area, as identified during the site visit on September 18, 2026. The existing 3” pipe is sufficient for the required supply. The disconnection and reconnection points are at the southeast corner of the existing Incinerator Building. See photo 6.Street Lighting- Disconnection point 1 The lighting is powered by the electrical panel in the incinerator building.  The QEH electrical department will switch off power to this breaker panel at the incinerator from within the Boiler Room and remove the breaker. These lights will be de-energised, and the disconnection point will be the same as the electrical one, once the street lighting cables have been pulled back from the electrical panel and handed over as salvage material.Communications/Networking - Disconnection point 3 and 4 A network box is on the retaining wall southwest of the kitchen, as shown on the sketch and in Photo 8. This is the location of the networking box. The cables may be pulled back to this location (Disconnection point 3)Disconnection point 4 (See sketch of locations) falls within the construction zone, and therefore the networking conduit may be disconnected here after the cables have been pulled out from Disconnection point 3 (See sketch of locations). It can be identified and is visible from a track observed in the road from previous work. Security Cameras - Disconnection point 2 The cables from the security cameras are to be pulled back to this disconnection point and handed over to the QEH as salvage material. See Photo 6.Roll on/Roll off Compactor - Disconnection point 1 The electrical power for the Roll on/Roll off Compactor is fed from the electrical panel in the incinerator building. The QEH electrical department will switch off power to this breaker panel at the incinerator from within the Boiler Room and remove the breaker. The Roll-on/Roll-off Compactor will be de-energised, and the disconnection point will be the same as the electrical one once the Roll-on/Roll-off Compactor cable has been pulled back out from the electrical panel and handed over as salvage material.Please find a sketch identifying the disconnection point locations and the referenced photos in the following link:  https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1f9sQCOdDgVxRRm_meSCwYcVwTFVoj8GU?usp=drive_link 8. The Contractor is solely responsible for providing all temporary power necessary for the execution, completion, and safety of the Works, including all construction activities, tools, plant, and equipment. The hospital's existing electrical infrastructure and emergency power systems shall not be utilised for construction purposes.Bidders are responsible for determining their own means and methods, including any primary or standby temporary generators required to maintain uninterrupted power for their site operations, and all associated costs shall be deemed included in the tender price.Bidders are advised that existing hospital continuity during planned electrical shutdowns or tie-ins will be managed directly by the Hospital Management. The Contractor’s scope is strictly limited to coordinating and scheduling shutdown windows in advance with the Engineer and Hospital Management. The Contractor is not required to provide emergency backup power for existing hospital services, but remains responsible for temporary power required for their own construction operations.Question No. 39: Clarification on Bid Validity PeriodSection I, Article 14 [Bid Validity Period] states that bids shall remain valid for the period set out in the Particulars. Schedule 0.1 [Bid Submission Declaration] also requires the Bidder to specify a bid validity period not less than that stated in the Particulars. However, no specific bid validity period has been identified in the Particulars.Please confirm the required bid validity period, in calendar days, from the bid submission deadline.Answer:As indicated in the advertisement, under the "Tender Particulars" tab—specifically the "Bid validity period (days)" section—the period is 90 days.  

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 6Question No. 38: I. Section IV, Schedule 2.2. Page 22 of 60 - The Contractor shall make all reasonable arrangements to minimize the duration and operational effect of approved shutdowns. Where required, the Contractor shall provide temporary services, bypass arrangements or other continuity measures specified in the Contract or approved by the Engineer.Questions:1.Please confirm the maximum allowable duration and any specified time windows for approved shutdowns, including whether shutdowns are restricted to nights, weekends, or other low-activity periods.2.Please clarify which existing services/systems may be subject to shut down and identify the specific services for which temporary services, bypass arrangements, or continuity measures will be required.3.Please confirm whether the Employer/Engineer will provide the required shutdown methodology and sequencing, or whether the Contractor is expected to develop these as part of its scope.Answer:1. Shutdowns are preferably to be carried out during low-activity periods, specifically nights, weekends, or designated public holidays, to minimise disruption to ongoing hospital operations. However, where strictly necessary to ensure the proper progress and uninterrupted advancement of the works, shutdowns outside these windows may be considered, provided that an advance written request is submitted at least 48 hours prior for formal review and approval by the Engineer. The Contractor is required to propose specific time windows, mitigation measures, and durations within their Method Statement. Maximum allowable durations will be evaluated by the Engineer on a case-by-case basis depending on the criticality of the system being isolated.2. Existing utility systems that may be subject to temporary shutdowns during demolition, isolation, and tie-in activities include communication networking, electrical power distribution, potable water supply, natural gas supply, and wastewater drainage networks. Temporary services, bypass arrangements, and continuity measures are strictly mandatory for any shared or active utility lines serving ongoing hospital operations and patient care facilities, ensuring zero disruption to healthcare services. Conversely, services dedicated exclusively to the decommissioned incinerator structure do not require bypass once formally isolated at the designated disconnection points. The Contractor remains fully responsible for surveying all on-site routes, identifying all potentially affected services based on their proposed sequence of works, and providing all necessary temporary bypass and bridging solutions in accordance with the Contract.3. The Contractor is entirely responsible for developing the shutdown methodology and sequencing. The Contractor shall prepare and submit a detailed Method Statement and Risk Assessment, including bypass strategies and emergency rollback plans, to the Engineer for review and approval a minimum of 14 days prior to any planned shutdown.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 5Question No. 37: Request for Clarification on Fire Stopping Scope of Works. On this point within our Schedule of Values document:8.2.3 OTHER MEASURES8.2.3.2 Firestopping shall be provided at all penetrations of ducts, pipes, and cable trays through fire-rated walls.Is the requested scope of works for the Fire Stopping relevant to the above as specified for our Fire Fighting System only (ie, for the Fire Alarm/ Sprinkler/ Fire Pump/ Extinguishers/ Emergency Lighting/ Water Tank), or is it for ALL SYSTEMS (including AC, Plumbing, other Mechanical, etc).Answer: The requested scope of work for firestopping applies to ALL SYSTEMS (including mechanical, HVAC/AC ducts, plumbing, piping, electrical conduits, raceways, and cable trays) penetrating fire-rated walls or elements.As specified in QEH-WTB-FS-702-R02 Technical Specifications, Section 4 Fire barrier protection (Penetration Protection) and the Bill of Quantities (BOQ) Item 8.2.3.2, all penetrations, openings, and joints through fire-resistant elements must be sealed with approved fire-resistant materials to restore the fire resistance rating of the barrier.The requirement is therefore not limited to the firefighting and fire alarm systems and shall cover all applicable building services. 

New clarification added: Dear Bidders,To all bidders who have submitted their clarification requests, please be advised that UNOPS is currently working on providing responses to all submitted clarification requests at the earliest opportunity. Bidders are invited to submit their queries, suggestions, or comments within the established deadline for clarifications.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 4Question No. 34: Clarification on Applicable Tax and Duty ExemptionsDuring the pre-bid meeting, it was advised that certain tax and duty exemptions apply to the Works under this Contract.Please confirm the specific taxes, duties and levies that are exempt under this Contract, including VAT, customs/import duties, and any other applicable taxes, duties or levies.  Answer: According to what is indicated in the advertisement, particular tab, Section Duties and taxes: All proposals shall be submitted net of any direct taxes including customs duties, indirect taxes including (VAT).The Ministry of Health and Wellness of Barbados (MHW), through the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), will facilitate duty-free exemption letters for all materials and equipment imported to execute this Contract that are intended for the permanent works. To coordinate with the QEH procurement department and secure these exemptions, the Contractor must submit detailed specifications of all planned imports to UNOPS and the Engineer for prior approval. The Contractor is solely responsible for all related costs, including customs brokerage fees and associated expenses. All items imported under this provision must be used exclusively for this contract; any other use will constitute a breach of contract.Tax exemptions will not be granted for equipment or materials purchased locally or those already imported.  Question No. 35: Clarification on Reach-in Refrigerators and Cart WasherDrawing QEH-WTB-AR-114 – Wall Layout indicates three Reach-in Refrigerators and one Cart Washer. However, these items are not separately itemized in the BOQ as complete equipment.Please confirm whether the Contractor is responsible for the supply and installation of the three Reach-in Refrigerators and the Cart Washer. Answer: Please be advised that the supply of the Cart Washer and Reach-in Refrigerators shown on Drawing QEH-WTB-AR-114 (Wall Layout) is excluded from the Contractor's Scope of Works. Question No. 36: Clarification on Landscaping Scope and RequirementsThe site layout drawings indicate two landscaped/green areas within the project site; however, no corresponding landscaping item has been identified in the BOQ, and the landscaping design and technical requirements are not clearly provided.Please confirm whether the landscaping works are included in the Contractor’s scope. If so, please provide the applicable landscape design and technical requirement. Answer: Please be advised that Landscaping works are excluded from the Contractor's Scope of Works.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 3 (continued)Question No. 29: Clarification on Financing Charges for Delayed Payment under Sub-Clause 14.8According to Sub-Clause 14.8 [Delayed Payment] of the General Conditions of Contract, if the Contractor does not receive payment within the period specified under Sub-Clause 14.7 [Payment], the Contractor is entitled to financing charges on the unpaid amount, compounded monthly, with the applicable annual rate and details to be stated in Schedule 1 [Contract Details].However, in Schedule 1 [Contract Details], the item “Annual rate of financing charges for delayed payment” under Sub-Clause 14.8 is stated as “Not applicable.”Please confirm that no financing charges shall be payable in the event of delayed payment by the Employer. Answer: It is confirmed that, as specified in Schedule 1 [Contract Details], the annual rate of financing charges for delayed payment under Sub-Clause 14.8 is "Not applicable." Consequently, no financing charges shall be payable by the Employer in the event of delayed payment.Question No. 30: Clarification on Separately Procured Process EquipmentSection V states that the Contractor may be required to support the installation of separately procured equipment, including the incinerator.Please provide the complete list of specialized equipment to be separately procured and excluded from the Contractor’s supply scope, and confirm in particular whether the incinerator(s), autoclave(s), steam boiler(s) and waste compactor(s) are to be separately procured or supplied by the Contractor. Answer: The incinerators, autoclaves, steam boilers, and waste compactors are all separately procured by UNOPS and are excluded from the Contractor’s supply scope. The Contractor’s scope is limited to supporting site preparation, structural foundations, utility interface connections, and pre-installation coordination for this equipment. Question No. 31: Clarification on Asbestos-Containing Materials in Demolition WorksThe Bidding Documents require the identification, handling and disposal of hazardous or contaminated materials during demolition; however, no specific information on asbestos-containing materials has been identified.Please confirm whether any asbestos-containing materials are known or expected to be present within the existing incinerator building and associated facilities. Answer: The existing incinerator building is a reinforced concrete structure, and based on available project records and visual assessments, no asbestos-containing materials (ACMs), either structural or non-structural, are known or expected to be present within the facility. Although it is not anticipated, this would be part of the awarded Contractor Hazardous Material Assessment Scope. Question No. 32: Clarification on Responsibility for Equipment Listed in QEH-WTB-AR-129Drawing QEH-WTB-AR-129 – Equipment identifies eighteen equipment types, WTB.001 to WTB.018. However, the tender documents do not clearly define, on an item-by-item basis, which equipment is to be procured and supplied by the Contractor and which equipment will be provided by the Employer/UNOPS or separately procured.Please provide an equipment responsibility matrix for WTB.001–WTB.018. Answer: Please note that the awarded contractor is NOT RESPONSIBLE for supplying the following equipment:- WTB.003 Electronic floor scale- WTB.004 Containers- WTB.005 Containers- WTB.007 Solid Waste Compactors- WTB.008 Incinerator- WTB.010 Containers- WTB.011 Bin for disposable PPE- WTB.013 Autoclave with shredder without ladder- WTB.014 Autoclave with shredder- WTB.015 Steam boiler- WTB.017 Water softener- WTB.018 Containers Question No. 33: Clarification on Academic Qualification for QA/QC Responsible PersonAmendment No. 3 requires the person performing the QA/QC function to “hold a degree or recognised technical qualification in civil engineering, construction management or a related field.”Please confirm whether a Bachelor of Engineering in Inorganic Nonmetallic Materials Engineering would be considered an acceptable “related field” for the QA/QC Responsible Person position. Answer: Yes, a Bachelor of Engineering in Inorganic Nonmetallic Materials Engineering is considered an acceptable related field for the QA/QC Responsible Person position, provided that the candidate satisfies all other specified requirements:- Relevant Experience: At least 3 years of construction experience, demonstrating experience on at least one project of similar nature and complexity.- Area of Experience: Construction quality assurance and quality control, including inspection and test plans, material approvals, testing, quality records, and non-conformance management.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 3Question No. 24: Clarification on Outdoor Installation Details for Exhaust FansThe HVAC drawings indicate that WTB-00-EF-03, WTB-00-EF-08, WTB-00-EF-09, WTB-00-EF-10 and WTB-00-EF-11 are installed outdoors. The general notes indicate that mechanical equipment shall be installed on concrete bases at elevation -0.35 m; however, the specific concrete base dimensions and fan-specific outdoor duct installation details are not clearly defined.Please provide the required concrete base dimensions for these exhaust fans and the corresponding outdoor duct support and installation details, including duct elevations. Answer: 1. Concrete Base Dimensions:Exact concrete base dimensions will depend on the final approved equipment submittals during the construction phase. For bidding purposes, Bidders shall base their estimates on 5000 psi (f'c=35 Mpa) concrete bases measuring on average [200cm]x[150cm]x[25cm] (Length x Width x Height), reinforced with #3 rebar (fy=60 ksi) at 150mm center-to-center spacing (same on top and bottom face)Note: These dimensions serve as preliminary estimations for bidding purposes. Final pad dimensions must be verified against the selected manufacturer's certified equipment submittal drawings.Please note that General Notes on drawing [QEH-WTB-EM-640-R02] indicate these bases are to be estimated at an elevation of -0.30 m.2. Duct Support & Installation Details:For the purpose of estimating duct supports and installation, Bidders shall refer to Calculation Report QEH-WTB-EM-617-R02, based on SMACNA requirements and Kinetics Noise Control seismic restraint criteria, to determine the required sizing and spacing of seismic and non-seismic duct supports.Bidders shall also refer to Drawing QEH-WTB-EM-624-R02, which provides the standard exterior support details, including:“Typical Detail Duct Support with Bracket Building Exterior”“Typical Detail Support of Discharge Duct for Centrifugal Fans”“Vertical Stackhead Discharge”As per the General Notes on [QEH-WTB-EM-624-R02], the pricing for all duct supports, brackets, and reinforcements shall be based on strict compliance with the latest SMACNA standards.3. Duct ElevationsBidders shall utilize drawing [QEH-WTB-EM-623 B-R02] for primary duct layouts, dimensions, discharge configurations, and Nominal Interior Dimensions (NID) levels required to complete the bid.The drawing also provides the sizing indications for the vertical stackhead discharges.Question No. 25: The specification request that there should be 20% additional capacity allowed for all panels. Please advise if this has been factored in during the design phase, or should the allowance be made in addition to the circuits provided on the schedules? Answer: The 20% spare capacity requirement shall be calculated based on the total number of outgoing circuit positions required for each panel.Spare breakers/circuit positions already indicated in the panel schedules shall be counted toward this 20% requirement. Where the scheduled spare positions do not provide the required minimum 20%, the panel shall be provided with sufficient additional spare circuit positions to achieve the requirement.The 20% allowance is therefore not additional to spare circuits already shown on the schedules. Panel sizing, busbar capacity, enclosure space and associated components shall be suitable for the required spare capacity and future installation of additional breakers.Question No. 26: We received the RFI below from our Electromechanics subcontractor for your attention.RFI: Please confirm the available voltage for the Coldstore Refrigeration Units WTB-00-RU-01 and WTB-00-RU-02.Answer: Based on the electrical requirements provided for the refrigeration equipment, WTB-00-RU-01 and WTB-00-RU-02 require a 3-phase, 400V + N power supply. In accordance with those requirements, the units are supplied from panel WTB-HVAC-1, operating at a nominal voltage of 415VAC. The electrical design has been developed based on these equipment requirements.Question No. 27: Clarification on the Degree Qualification for the Project and Construction Manager / Contractor’s RepresentativeSection V, Clause 3.8 requires a “Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture or related field” for the Project and Construction Manager / Contractor’s Representative.Please confirm whether a Bachelor of Engineering in Inorganic Nonmetallic Materials Engineering, with a concentration in Building Decoration Materials Engineering, would be considered an acceptable “related field” for this position. Answer: Please be advised that a Bachelor of Engineering in Inorganic Nonmetallic Materials Engineering, with a concentration in Building Decoration Materials Engineering, is not be considered related field based on the degree title alone.Question No. 28: Clarification on the Scope and Application of “Industry Best Practices”The General Conditions of Contract refer to “Industry Best Practices” in various provisions. While the term is defined in Sub-Clause 1.1, please clarify the applicable scope and boundaries of this requirement.In particular, please confirm whether it shall not be interpreted as introducing additional technical standards, scope of work, performance obligations or costs that are not expressly stipulated in the Contract. Answer: The term “Industry Best Practices” (as defined in Sub-Clause 1.1) establishes the baseline standard of care, skill, safety, and diligence expected of a competent international contractor in executing the Works (Sub-Clause 4.1).The term is not intended to introduce entirely new scope of work or impose technical standards that contradict those expressly stipulated in the Contract Documents. However, where the Contract Documents do not expressly address a specific methodology, minor detail, or incidental task required to complete the Works, the Contractor is obligated to apply Industry Best Practices to ensure the complete, safe, and functional delivery of the project. Complying with these recognised international standards for quality and workmanship to achieve the contracted deliverables is a fundamental performance obligation included in the Contract Price and shall not constitute grounds for additional time or cost.Should an instruction genuinely expand the defined Scope of Works beyond the original Contract requirements and these inherent best practices, the established contractual mechanisms for Variations and Determinations (including Sub-Clauses 3.3, 3.5, and Clause 13) will apply.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 2 (continued)Question No. 23: Clarification on Applicable Profit Percentage for “Cost Plus Profit”Schedule 3.4 [Valuation and Payment] states that the applicable profit percentage for “Cost Plus Profit” under Sub-Clause 1.1 is 0%.However, Sub-Clause 1.1 of the General Conditions provides that the applicable profit percentage shall be stated in Schedule 1 [Contract Details], and, if not stated, shall be 5%. Furthermore, Sub-Clause 1.5 gives Schedule 1 and the General Conditions precedence over the remaining Schedules.Please confirm the applicable profit percentage for “Cost Plus Profit” under the Contract. Answer: In Section V: Requirements, Schedule 3: Requirements of the employer, 3.4 Valuation and Payment, 1.1 Applicable profit percentage for Cost Plus Profit indicate that the applicable profit percentage for Cost Plus Profit under Sub-Clause 1.1 is 0%

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 2 (continued)Question No. 21: Clarification on Academic Qualification for MEP CoordinatorWith reference to Section V, Clause 3.8, the required qualification for the MEP Coordinator is a “Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.”Please confirm whether a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and Automation Engineering would be considered acceptable as a “related field” for the position of MEP Coordinator. Answer: It is confirmed that a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and Automation Engineering is considered an acceptable "related field" for the position of MEP Coordinator. Please note that the proposed candidate must also fully satisfy all other tender requirements, including the minimum 5 years of practical MEP Engineering experience in construction projects. Question No. 22: Clarification on Academic Qualification for Construction Supervisor / Site Foreman. With reference to Section V, Clause 3.8, the required qualification for the Construction Supervisor / Site Foreman is stated as:“Diploma in Building Construction or similar trade-related qualifications, or High school diploma.”Please confirm whether a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering would be considered acceptable for this position, given that Civil Engineering is directly related to building construction and construction works. Answer: Yes. A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (or a related engineering discipline) is acceptable, as it exceeds the minimum academic requirement. Please note that the proposed candidates must also have at least 3 years of relevant site supervision or foreman experience. 

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 2 (continued)Question No. 14: E. Section IV, Page 14 of 60 states that the Contractor shall plan high-impact noise activities (e.g., demolition, drilling) exclusively during the window of Friday 18:00 to Sunday 20:00. The Contractor shall account for intermittent work stoppages (averaging 1–2 hours per instance) caused by emergency medical procedures or sensitive site activities.Questions:1.Please confirm whether high-impact noise activities are strictly limited to the stated Friday 18:00 to Sunday 20:00 window.2.Please clarify whether any exceptions to the specified working window will be permitted.3.Please confirm how frequently emergency medical procedures or sensitive site activities are anticipated to cause work stoppages.4.Please clarify how the Contractor will be notified of such work stoppages.5.Please confirm whether the Contractor will be granted extensions of time for stoppages caused by hospital activities. Answer: 1. High-impact noise activities (e.g., major demolition, extensive concrete breaking) are not strictly limited to this weekend window. However, any high-impact noise activities planned outside this window must be requested in advance via the rolling two-week look-ahead schedule for formal review and approval by the Engineer in coordination with QEH.2. Yes. Exceptions to the standard working window may be permitted, subject to advance written request (at least 48 hours prior) and formal review and approval by the Engineer3. Frequent work stoppages are not anticipated. The requirement is a contingency allowance for an active hospital environment. The Contractor shall account for occasional, brief intermittent stoppages should an urgent operational necessity arise4. The Contractor will be notified through established project communication channels and formal correspondence. The Supervision Consultant / Engineer will notify the Contractor’s site representative ahead of time whenever a planned hospital procedure requires a temporary adjustment or stoppage.5. Stoppages caused by hospital activities are not expected to recur regularly. An Extension of Time (EoT) will only be granted when the agreed contractual criteria are met (e.g., when cumulative suspensions exceed the contractual threshold limits or cause critical path delays) and the Contractor submits proper written notice and supporting substantiation.Question No. 15: G. Section V, 3.2.H, Page 50 0f 60 - The Employer is responsible for obtaining the permits and licences listed below:Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA): The Employer will submit the application to the Environmental Protection Department (EPD); Building/Construction Permit: The Employer will submit the application to the Planning and Development Department. Furthermore, the Contractor is responsible for obtaining any additional permits or licenses required to execute the Works and that are not mentioned above.Questions:1. Please provide a complete list of the permits and licenses the Contractor is responsible for obtaining. Answer: The Employer will be responsible for obtaining the principal development approvals identified in the bidding document, including the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment/EPD approval and the Planning and Development Department approval for the permanent Works.The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining, maintaining and complying with all permits, licences, notifications, certificates and approvals required under Barbados law for its construction activities, personnel, equipment, temporary works and methods of execution.Based on the scope of the Works, these are expected to include, as applicable:Labour Department – Notification of Construction WorkThe Contractor shall notify the Chief Labour Officer of the construction/engineering works in accordance with Section 85 of the Safety and Health at Work Act, Cap. 356. For works expected to continue for more than one week, notification is required at least seven days before commencement.Occupational Safety and Health requirementsThe Contractor shall obtain or arrange any inspections, certifications and records required by the Labour Department for construction plant and equipment, including lifting equipment, cranes, hoists, lifting tackle, pressure vessels, air receivers and similar equipment, where applicable.Electrical installation approval and certificationElectrical works shall be undertaken through appropriately licensed personnel. The Contractor shall arrange the required inspection and certification of new, temporary, altered or upgraded electrical installations by the Government Electrical Engineering Department (GEED), where applicable.Environmental and waste-related permissionsWhile the principal EPD approval for the development is the Employer's responsibility, the Contractor shall obtain any operational permissions required for its activities, including approval for the disposal of waste streams for which specific EPD permission is required, such as asbestos-containing material, hazardous waste, contaminated material or other commercial/industrial waste not routinely accepted at approved disposal facilities.Public road, traffic and utility permissionsWhere the Contractor's operations require occupation, obstruction or excavation of a public road, diversion of traffic, modification of public drainage or interference with existing public utilities, the Contractor shall obtain the necessary permits or approvals from the relevant authority before undertaking such activities.Temporary utility connectionsThe Contractor shall obtain the required applications, inspections and approvals associated with temporary electricity, water, telecommunications or other utility services required for construction, where these are provided specifically for the Contractor's operations.Work permits and immigration approvalsThe Contractor shall obtain all immigration and employment authorisations required for any non-Barbadian personnel proposed for the Works.Licences and certifications for specialised tradesThe Contractor shall ensure that electricians and any other trades or specialists for which Barbados legislation requires licensing, registration or competency certification hold valid approvals for the activities they perform.QEH operational permits and authorisationsAs the Works will be undertaken within an operational hospital, the Contractor shall comply with QEH's applicable site access and work-control procedures, including General Work Permits and, as applicable, hot-work permits, electrical isolation/LOTO, excavation permits, confined-space permits and other QEH safety authorisations. These are operational controls rather than statutory development permits.The above identifies the permits and approvals presently anticipated for the Works. The Contractor remains responsible for identifying and obtaining any additional permit, licence, notification, inspection or statutory approval that becomes necessary as a result of its particular construction methodology, equipment, temporary works or proposed operations.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 2 (continued)Question No. 10: Clarification on Local Approval for Natural Gas Installation and ConnectionDrawing QEH-WTB-EM-623C-R02 – Natural Gas and Diesel Layout and the Natural Gas Technical Specifications indicate that the new natural gas system will be connected to the existing 3-inch gas pipeline serving the former incinerator building.Please confirm whether the installation of the new natural gas piping and its connection to the existing hospital gas system require approval, inspection and/or certification by the relevant Barbados authority or energy/gas authority. Answer: Yes, local approval, inspection, and certification are strictly required under the National Petroleum Corporation Act, Cap. 280 of Barbados. The awarded contractor must coordinate with the Barbados National Energy Company Limited (BNECL) to review plans, physically inspect the new internal piping, and witness mandatory pressure tests prior to authorising the final connection to the existing 3-inch pipeline. Furthermore, any associated electrical systems, such as control panels or shut-off valves, must be separately inspected and certified by the Barbados Government Electrical Engineering Department (GEED) before commissioning. Question No. 11: Clarification on Third-Party Testing and Certification for Steam Piping WeldsDrawing QEH-WTB-EM-640-R02 – Waste Management Building Steam System Layout does not clearly indicate whether third-party testing and certification are required for the steam piping welds.Please confirm whether the steam piping welds are required to be tested by an independent third party. Answer: Yes. Independent third-party testing and certification are strictly required for steam piping welds and any other weldings in the project. In accordance with the Barbados Factories Act, Cap. 347, all steam and pressure systems must be inspected and officially certified by an independent, recognized "Competent Person" prior to commissioning.All costs associated with engaging the independent third-party testing entity, conducting NDT inspections, providing weld certifications, and executing the required hydrostatic/pressure tests shall be deemed included in the Contractor's tendered rates. No separate or additional payment will be made for third-party weld testing or certification.Question No. 12: Clarification on Ground Floor FFL / NGL DatumDrawings QEH-AR-104-R02 and QEH-AR-105-R02 indicate “0.00 FFL = +0.30 NGL”, while other architectural drawings indicate that “0.00 FFL corresponds with -0.30 NGL.”Please confirm whether FFL 0.00 corresponds to +0.30 m NGL or -0.30 m NGL. Answer: It is confirmed that Finished Floor Level 0.00 FFL corresponds to -0.30 m NGL.As established in the General Notes across the architectural design drawings (including QEH-WTB-AR-116-R02, QEH-WTB-AR-117-R02, QEH-WTB-AR-118-R02, QEH-WTB-AR-119-R02, QEH-WTB-AR-122-R02, QEH-WTB-AR-122a-R02, QEH-WTB-AR-123-R02, and QEH-WTB-AR-123a-R02), the project internal Finished Floor Level (0.00 FFL) corresponds with topographic -0.30 NGL, with reference to drawing QEH-GEN-PR-009 (Topographic Survey Plan).Question No. 13: D. Section IV, Schedule 2.2. Page 20 of 60 indicates that the Contractor shall allow in its programme and price for occasional short-duration suspensions instructed by the Engineer that do not exceed two hours per occurrence and an aggregate of eight hours in any calendar month. Where instructed suspensions exceed these limits, or where access restrictions differ materially from those stated in the Contract, the Contractor shall timely notify the Engineer.Questions:1.Confirm whether a Provisional Sum should be allowed for this.2.Please clarify the basis for determining whether an instructed suspension exceeds the two-hour limit per occurrence.3.Please confirm how the aggregate eight-hour monthly limit will be calculated and recorded.4.Please confirm whether suspensions exceeding these limits will entitle the Contractor to an extension of time and/or additional costs.5.Please clarify the procedure and timeframe for notifying the Engineer of such suspensions.6.Please confirm whether standby, remobilisation, and associated costs arising from suspensions or access restrictions are compensable. Answer: 1. No. As stipulated in Section IV, Schedule 2.2, the Contractor is required to allow for these expected short-duration work stoppage within their own proposed works programme and general pricing. A Provisional Sum should not be allocated for this.2. The duration of each occurrence will be measured continuously from the specific start time indicated in the Engineer's notice, up until the time the Engineer formally authorises the resumption of activities.3. The aggregate eight-hour limit will be calculated cumulatively within a single calendar month. The Engineer and the Contractor’s representative shall jointly record and sign off on the start and end times of all instructed workstopage in the daily/weekly site logs to ensure accurate tracking of the monthly total.4. Extensions of time and/or additional costs will only be considered if the cumulative duration of the work stoppage exceeds the aggregate limit of eight (8) hours in any calendar month. Exceeding the two-hour limit for a single occurrence does not independently entitle the Contractor to an extension of time unless the monthly aggregate threshold is also breached. Any claims arising from exceeding this monthly limit will be subject to evaluation by the Engineer in accordance with the relevant provisions of the General Conditions of Contract.5. A formal notice shall be issued by the Engineer to the Contractor's representative, provided as an attachment to an email. The timeframe for these notifications will be adjusted on a case-by-case basis, as it depends directly on immediate operational demands and emergency requests from QEH.6. Work stoppages that fall within the time limits explicitly specified must be allowed for in the Contractor's programme and price, and are therefore non-compensable.

New clarification added: Clarification Note No. 2Question No. 6: Clarification on Water Softener Supply and Treated Water Quality TestingDrawing QEH-WTB-PW-417-R02 – POTABLE WATER LAYOUT indicates a water softener, and Section V requires a dedicated water softening system in the steam boiler room. However, the responsibility for the supply of the water softener and the requirements for treated-water quality testing are not clearly defined.Please confirm whether the Water Softener shall be supplied and installed by the Contractor. Please also confirm whether the treated water quality is required to be tested. Answer: Please note that the water softening system will be supplied and installed by the Autoclave supplier, who will also be responsible for conducting the treated water quality testing during commissioning. No testing is required from the Contractor. Question No. 7: Clarification on Sprinkler System in ColdstoresUnder Drawing QEH-WTB-FS-709-R02 – Sprinkler, dry pendent sprinklers are specified for the cold store areas, while the associated sprinkler pipework appears to be part of a wet-pipe system.Please confirm whether this arrangement is intended and whether water within the wet pipework will affect the proper operation of the dry pendent sprinklers. Answer: Yes, the arrangement shown on Drawing QEH-WTB-FS-709-R02 is intended and complies with the project design requirements (Specification QEH-WTB-FS-702-R02, Section 6 / NFPA 13).Dry pendent sprinklers are specifically engineered to protect refrigerated/freezing spaces served by a wet-pipe system. The wet pipework is installed outside/above the cold store envelope in a non-freezing ambient area, while the dry barrel assembly keeps water out of the cold space until the sprinkler head is activated. Consequently, water within the wet pipework will not freeze or adversely affect the proper operation of the dry pendent sprinklers. Question No. 8: Clarification on Volume Dampers and Fire Dampers in HVAC Branch DuctsThe HVAC layout drawings indicate the use of volume dampers (VD/VDC) and fire dampers (FD); however, the locations and identification of these dampers are not fully indicated on some supply and exhaust branch ducts.Please review and update the relevant HVAC drawings to clearly indicate the required locations and types of volume dampers and fire dampers on the applicable supply and exhaust branch ducts. Answer: The design drawings and technical specifications provide sufficient detail for bidding purposes; no updates to the drawings will be issued. Volume dampers (VD/VDC) and fire dampers (FD) shall be supplied and installed in accordance with the HVAC layout drawings (QEH-WTB-EM-623 A and QEH-WTB-EM-623 B), HVAC details drawing (QEH-WTB-EM-624), and Technical Specification QEH-WTB-EM-618-R02 (Sections 4.4 Volume Dampers, 4.5 Fire Dampers, and 4.10 System Balancing).For clear reference, the exact locations, types, and construction requirements are specified across the design package as follows:HVAC Layout Drawings (Locations):Supply Air Layout (QEH-WTB-EM-623 A-R02):- Fire Dampers (FD): Graphically indicated at wall penetrations across fire-rated compartment boundaries (e.g., ductwork serving the Treatment / Steam Boilers area).- Round Volume Dampers (VDC): Specified on supply duct branches and diffuser connections (labeled "VDC ON NECK") for manual airflow regulation.Exhaust Air Layout (QEH-WTB-EM-623 B-R02):- Rectangular Volume Dampers (VD): Indicated on exhaust branch duct take-offs and register connections (labeled "VD" and "VD ON NECK") for manual airflow regulation.Technical Specifications (QEH-WTB-EM-618-R02 - Types & Construction Standards):Section 4.4 – Volume Dampers:- Subsection 4.4.1 (Rectangular Volume Dampers): Specifies construction materials (galvanized steel or aluminum), blade operation (opposed blade for throttling/regulation; parallel blade for two-position control), and manual adjustment quadrant with locking mechanism.- Subsection 4.4.2 (Round Volume Dampers): Specifies single-disc butterfly type dampers for circular branch ducts.Section 4.5 – Fire Dampers: Defines compliance with UL 555 and NFPA 90A standards, thermal tripping mechanisms (72°C / 162°F fusible link), mounting sleeves, and partition penetration details.Section 4.10 – System Balancing: Specifies testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) requirements using the installed volume dampers.HVAC Details Drawing (QEH-WTB-EM-624-R02 - Assembly Details):Includes structural and assembly schematics under "REFERENCE FIRE DAMPER PARTS DETAILED DRAWING" and "REFERENCE FIRE DAMPER DIMENSIONS" (detailing damper casing, blades, actuator mountings, thermal release elements, and duct connection flanges).Volume dampers shall be installed at branch duct take-offs and terminal necks to achieve proper air balancing, and fire dampers shall be installed where ducts penetrate fire-rated barriers in compliance with SMACNA and NFPA standards.Bidders are kindly requested to submit their proposals in accordance with the existing tender documents. Any minor adjustments required during construction shall be executed in accordance with the specified technical standards and approved shop drawings. Question No. 9: Clarification on Supply Duct Insulation within Coldstore RoomsThe HVAC Technical Specifications require 25 mm mineral-wool insulation for exhaust ducts serving coldstore rooms, while Drawing QEH-WTB-EM-623A-R02 – HVAC Layout – Air Supply appears to indicate no insulation for the supply ductwork serving Coldstore for Organic (Room 12) and Coldstore for Infectious & Sharps (Room 23).Please confirm whether the supply ductwork within Rooms 12 and 23 is intended to remain uninsulated, or whether thermal insulation shall be provided. If insulation is required, please confirm the material and thickness.Answer: The 25 mm mineral-wool insulation requirement specified in the HVAC Technical Specifications (QEH-WTB-EM-618-R02) applies specifically to exhaust ducts serving the coldstore rooms.Drawing QEH-WTB-EM-623A-R02 governs the supply ductwork layout; however, no supply ventilation is provided for the coldstore rooms. Only exhaust ventilation shall be provided, as indicated in Drawing QEH-WTB-EM-623B-R02, where the required insulation is already specified.  

New clarification added: MINUTES OF THE SECOND PRE-BID MEETINGInvitation to Bid  ITB/2026/63895 - Construction of the new waste treatment facility for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados1. IntroductionA second pre-bid meeting was held on September 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. (Barbados local time) via Google Meet.As stated in the eSourcing platform, specifically in the particulars section in “Clarifications/pre-bid meeting details”, the clarification meeting shall be conducted on this day and date and participation is not mandatory, but is strongly recommended to avoid the risk of non-compliant bids.2. Q&A and ClarificationsIt was emphasized that UNOPS would not provide official responses to bidders' questions regarding the Invitation to Bid during the Second Pre-Bid Meeting. All questions must be submitted in writing through the UNOPS eSourcing platform.Bidders were cautioned not to rely on any statements, assertions, or information provided during the clarification meeting unless confirmed in writing by UNOPS.3. Presentation OverviewThe meeting included a presentation covering general administrative and technical aspects of the process, as well as the use of the eSourcing platform. The following topics were addressed:Introduction to UNOPS: Details the organization's role as the operational arm of the UN.General Aspects of the Project: Covers the scope of the contract and the construction works at the hospital.Technical Requirements: Covers the project technical requirements, contract details, schedules, and compliance obligations.Invitation to Bid: Explains the Invitation to Bid (ITB) method and the evaluation criteria and the key tender documents that form part of the solicitation package.UNGM and UNOPS eSourcing: Presents basic information on UNGM and the UNOPS eSourcing system for submitting offers.Common Mistakes and Best Practices: Discusses common errors and best practices for proper bid submission.4. Submitting Clarification RequestsBidders were informed that, as outlined in the solicitation documents, any inquiries must be submitted in writing via the clarification mechanism on the eSourcing platform, which serves as the sole official avenue for inquiries.No inquiries were raised by participants during the question and answer session.5. Importance of Thorough Bid PreparationAttendees were reminded of the importance of carefully reviewing, analyzing, and considering all information provided in the bidding documents and the eSourcing system when preparing their bids.Barbados, September 28, 2026.

New clarification added: Second Site Inspection Visit MinutesTender References:ITB/2026/63895 – Construction of the new waste treatment facility for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in BarbadosITB/2026/64319 – Construction of a new parking area at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in BarbadosDate: Friday, September 25, 2026Time: 10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. ASTLocation: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Bridgetown, Barbados1. Opening and WelcomeThe site inspection process was initiated at 10:15 a.m. at the incinerator building of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. The UNOPS team welcomed the potential offerors in attendance.2. ITB/2026/63895 - Waste Treatment Facility InspectionThe UNOPS team presented the layout plans for the new waste treatment facility. HSSE considerations such as traffic management, works within an active hospital environment and site access constraints were highlighted. Offerors were guided through the site, and the specific limits and boundaries of the works area were clearly indicated.3. ITB/2026/64319 - Parking Area InspectionFollowing the inspection of the waste treatment facility site, the group relocated to the designated site for the new parking area. The UNOPS team presented the corresponding architectural and engineering drawings and physically indicated the limits of the works area.4. Q&A and ClarificationsDuring the walk-through, offerors were given the opportunity to ask questions regarding the works requirements for both projects. The UNOPS team provided verbal responses where possible.Important Policy Note: It was explicitly clarified to all attendees that any verbal responses provided during the inspection are non-binding to the tender processes. In accordance with UNOPS policy, the written minutes shall prevail over any oral responses provided during the site inspection. Offerors were instructed to formally raise all their questions and clarification requests through the UNOPS eSourcing platform to receive official, binding answers.5. ClosingThe site visit concluded at 11:15 a.m.

New clarification added: Clarification Note no. 1Dear Sir/Madam,In reference to the Invitation to bid ITB/2026/63895 for Construction of the Construction of the new waste treatment facility for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados, we are issuing this Clarification Note No. 1, which should be considered when preparing your bid.Question No. 1: We respectfully requests an extension of the submission deadline for the above-referenced tender, currently scheduled for 13 October 2026 at 19:00We note that the Second Pre-Bid Meeting is scheduled for 28 September 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Barbados time. Given the technical nature and complexity of the works, we anticipate that the meeting may result in additional clarifications, responses, or information that will need to be carefully reviewed and incorporated into our technical and financial submission.The project requires detailed coordination of the civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, wastewater treatment, procurement, construction methodology, programme, and commercial components. Adequate time following the second pre-bid meeting would therefore assist bidders in properly evaluating the requirements, obtaining final quotations from suppliers and subcontractors, and preparing a complete and competitive submission that fully complies with UNOPS' requirements.We therefore respectfully request that UNOPS consider extending the tender submission deadline by two (2) weeks, from 13 October 2026 to 27 October 2026, or to such later date as UNOPS considers appropriate.We believe that this additional period would facilitate a more comprehensive and technically responsive tender submission while ensuring that all clarifications arising from the pre-bid process can be properly addressed.Answer: Please refer to Amendment No. 3, as the deadlines for clarification requests and final submissions have been extended as follows:- Submission deadline: October 27, 2026 - 15:00 hrs (Barbados Time) 19:00 hrs (UTC)- Clarifications deadline: October 19, 2026 - 15:00 hrs (Barbados Time) 19:00 hrs (UTC) The default time displayed in eSourcing and UNGM is in UTC, not Barbados time. Bidders are advised to ensure they verify for any time differences relative to Barbados time or UTC, regardless of their location, when preparing their submission or clarifications requests.Question No. 2:  We kindly request UNOPS to consider extending the current bid submission deadline by two (2) weeks, from 13 October 2026 to 27 October 2026.The Works involve multiple civil, architectural, MEP, HVAC, fire protection, electrical, photovoltaic and specialist systems, together with various imported materials and equipment. In order to prepare a comprehensive and reliable Financial Offer, additional time is required to complete detailed market enquiries, obtain and compare quotations from suppliers, carry out comprehensive cost calculations, and complete the necessary verification and confirmation of key material and equipment prices.The requested extension would allow bidders to conduct a more thorough price comparison and validation process and to finalize accurate and well-supported pricing, thereby avoiding pricing based on incomplete quotations or compressed cost assessments. Answer: Please refer to the response to question no. 1Question No. 3:  We have prepared our clarification requests in an Excel table format for ease of reference. However, we noticed that attachments cannot be uploaded through this platform.Could you kindly advise whether we may submit the clarification requests by email, or please advise us on the appropriate method for submitting the Excel file?Thank you for your guidance. Answer: In accordance with Section I (Instructions to Bidders), Article 8, all requests for clarification must be submitted exclusively through the written clarification functionality of the UNOPS eSourcing platform. Submissions transmitted via email or shared through external file-sharing links cannot be accepted or logged as formal inquiries.This requirement strictly ensures full traceability for oversight and audit purposes, establishing an immutable, transparent, and centralized digital record of all vendor communications and formal responses throughout the solicitation process.Bidders who have organized their questions in a tabular or spreadsheet format should copy and paste the text of each query directly into the text fields under the "Request a Clarification" tab within the eSourcing system. Bidders may submit multiple individual entries through the platform to ensure that each technical and administrative query is properly registered, tracked, and answered by the evaluation team Question No. 4:  Clarification on Schedule 0.10 Dispute DetailsPlease confirm whether the disclosure required under Schedule 0.10 is limited to current contractual disputes, arbitration or legal proceedings between the Bidder and its employers, and does not include other legal proceedings involving suppliers, employees, authorities or other third parties. Answer: In accordance with Section VI (Returnable Schedules), Schedule 0.10 (Dispute Details), bidders are required to disclose any current contract dispute, arbitration, or legal proceeding involving the bidding entity.While Schedule 0.10 explicitly highlights contractual disputes between the bidder and its clients/employers (whether initiated by or against the bidder), the disclosure requirement extends to any formal legal proceeding, mediation, arbitration, or litigation in any court locally or internationally that could materially impact the firm's legal standing, financial solvency, or operational capacity to execute the contract. Routine administrative inquiries or minor internal workforce/supplier matters do not need to be listed unless they have escalated to formal court proceedings, binding arbitration, or regulatory enforcement actions. Question No. 5:  Clarification on UNOPS Official Address for Bank Reference LetterWhile arranging the Bank Reference Letter to be submitted as part of our bid, our bank requires the official address of UNOPS for issuance of the letter.Please kindly confirm the official address of UNOPS that should be stated in the Bank Reference Letter. Answer: For the purpose of issuing the Bank Reference Letter (or Bank Comfort Letter) required under the tender qualification criteria, issuing financial institutions should address the letter to the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) using the following details:- United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)- Address: Ground Floor of the Edghill Building, Wildey Business Park, Wildey, St. Michael, Barbados Please note that additional clarification requests are currently being analyzed, and UNOPS is preparing its responses to be issued in due course.UNOPS

New amendment added #3: Amendment no. 3Interested bidders in the ITB/2026/63895 process should take into account the modifications included in the document "Amendment No. 3 ITB_2026_63895 .pdf", available in the Documents Section             Taking this amendment into account, the rest of the documents in the tender remain unchanged.

New clarification added: MINUTES OF THE PRE-BID MEETINGInvitation to Bid  ITB/2026/63895 - Construction of the new waste treatment facility for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Barbados1. IntroductionA pre-bid meeting was held on September 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. (Barbados local time) via Google Meet.As stated in the eSourcing platform, specifically in the particulars section in “Clarifications/pre-bid meeting details”, the clarification meeting shall be conducted on this day and date and participation is not mandatory, but is strongly recommended to avoid the risk of non-compliant bids.2. Q&A and ClarificationsIt was emphasized that UNOPS would not provide official responses to bidders' questions regarding the Information to Bid during the clarification meeting. All questions must be submitted in writing through the UNOPS eSourcing platform.Bidders were cautioned not to rely on any statements, assertions, or information provided during the clarification meeting unless confirmed in writing by UNOPS.3. Presentation OverviewThe meeting included a presentation covering general administrative and technical aspects of the process, as well as the use of the eSourcing platform. The following topics were addressed:Introduction to UNOPS: Details the organization's role as the operational arm of the UN.General Aspects of the Project: Covers the scope of the contract and the construction works at the hospital.Invitation to Bid: Explains the Invitation to Bid (ITB) method and the evaluation criteria and the key tender documents that form part of the solicitation package.UNGM and UNOPS eSourcing: Presents basic information on UNGM and the UNOPS eSourcing system for submitting offers.Common Mistakes and Best Practices: Discusses common errors and best practices for proper bid submission.4. Submitting Clarification RequestsBidders were informed that, as outlined in the solicitation documents, any inquiries must be submitted in writing via the clarification mechanism on the eSourcing platform, which serves as the sole official avenue for inquiries.Throughout the meeting, the prospective vendor sought details concerning the Value Added Tax (VAT) and timeframes for completion. Non-binding guidance was offered, and participants were instructed to transmit their queries formally through eSourcing.5. Importance of Thorough Bid PreparationAttendees were reminded of the importance of carefully reviewing, analyzing, and considering all information provided in the bidding documents and the eSourcing system when preparing their bids.Barbados, September 17, 2026.

New clarification added: Site Inspection Visit MinutesTender References:ITB/2026/63895 – Construction of the new waste treatment facility for the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in BarbadosITB/2026/64319 – Construction of a new parking area at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in BarbadosDate: Friday, September 18, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. ASTLocation: Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Bridgetown, Barbados1. Opening and WelcomeThe site inspection for both tender processes was initiated concurrently at 10:00 a.m. at the incinerator building of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. The UNOPS team welcomed the potential offerors in attendance.2. ITB/2026/63895 - Waste Treatment Facility InspectionThe UNOPS team presented the layout plans for the new waste treatment facility. HSSE considerations such as traffic management, works within an active hospital environment and site access constraints were highlighted. Offerors were guided through the site, and the specific limits and boundaries of the works area were clearly indicated.3. ITB/2026/64319 - Parking Area InspectionFollowing the inspection of the waste treatment facility site, the group relocated to the designated site for the new parking area. The UNOPS team presented the corresponding architectural and engineering drawings and physically indicated the limits of the works area.4. Q&A and ClarificationsDuring the walk-through, offerors were given the opportunity to ask questions regarding the works requirements for both projects. The UNOPS team provided verbal responses where possible.Important Policy Note: It was explicitly clarified to all attendees that any verbal responses provided during the inspection are non-binding to the tender processes. In accordance with UNOPS policy, the written minutes shall prevail over any oral responses provided during the site inspection. Offerors were instructed to formally raise all their questions and clarification requests through the UNOPS eSourcing platform to receive official, binding answers.5. Upcoming Second Site VisitThe UNOPS team announced that a second site visit will be conducted next week.Date: Friday, September 25, 2026Time: 10:00 a.m. Barbados time (AST)Purpose: To provide offerors another opportunity to re-visit the sites and raise further questions.6. ClosingThe site visit concluded at 11:15 a.m.

New amendment added #2: Amendment No. 2Interested bidders should take into account the following modifications to the Invitation to Bid document for the ITB/2026/63895 process, which must be considered when preparing their bids:1. Tender Particulars: A second Pre Bid Meeting has been scheduled, this section is section is amended as follows:“a) First Pre Bid Meeting:Location: Virtual via the Google Meet platform.Link: meet.google.com/kio-zbhu-xwoDate and time: September 17, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Barbados time.b) Second Pre Bid Meeting:Location: Virtual via the Google Meet platform.Link: meet.google.com/zyy-vceg-oaqDate and time: September 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Barbados time.These clarification meetings will be held virtually via the Google Meet platform. UNOPS will not be responsible for connection and/or communication problems during this event. Participation in the clarification meetings is not mandatory but participation is strongly encouraged to avoid the risk of non-compliant proposals.The meetings will provide tools for using the eSourcing platform to submit bids correctly. Technical questions about the tender document cannot be addressed in this space.Email address to confirm participation and provide details of the offeror’s representatives: barbados@unops.org-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bidders should use the UNOPS eSourcing system to request clarifications for this tender, under the "Tender Information" tab and within this tab accessing the "Request a Clarification" tab to send their clarification requests in the appropriate field and submit it by clicking on the Submit button. UNOPS will respond to all requests received and will publish its responses on the "Revisions" tab of the eSourcing system.However, clarifications may be requested in the system only before the Clarification Deadline, as indicated in the "General Information" tab.UNOPS understands that the bidder carefully reviewed all the documents included in the eSourcing platform, to decide whether it can comply with the stipulated technical, commercial and contractual conditions. It shall also be understood that the bidder has thoroughly analyzed them to see if they contain any ambiguity, omission or contradiction, or any unclear or appearing discriminatory or restrictive feature, or any provision that contravenes the rules, in order to formulate any requests for clarification or comments. It is the bidder's responsibility to point out any ambiguities, contradictions, omissions, etc. before submitting its bid to ensure that the bid meets all requirements."2. Tender “Documents” Tab: The following documents include modifications related to tender title update.The following documents have been incorporated:Pre-bid meeting presentation ITB/2026/63895.pdf

New amendment added #1: Amendment no. 1Interested bidders in the ITB/2026/63895 process should take into account the modifications included in the document "Amendment No. 1 ITB_2026_63895 .pdf", available in the Documents Section             Taking this amendment into account, the rest of the documents in the tender remain unchanged.