APPENDIX 1 BUDGET

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Jordan Acc. Code Activity A1 Project Management Local Consultants 71300 71305 71305 71305 Survey Expert 1 Survey Expert 2 Survey Expert 3

2005

2005

2005

2005 Balance Tota l$

2006

2006

2006

2006

2007

2007

2007

2007 Actual

2007

2007

Position

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Balance

Total $

Total

Actual $

Balance $

Balance

2,18 9 1,83 6 1,62 4 5,650 4,260 5,491 4,140 0 6,1 67 1,5 92 3,00 0 3,00 0 1,5 00 2,82 2,1 30 98 9 9,463 45 7,135 7 0 50,948 52 2,99 55 38,415 1,5 70 2,2 0 50,759 1,1 00 1,00 54 38,272 1,5 131 7 5 131 1, 2 1, 2 2,26 7,958 3,979.00 1,552.00 2,990.00 64,635 6,000 3,000 1,170 2,254 48,735 6,000.00 3,955 0.00 0.00 43,697.89 4,524 2,982 0 0 32,948 1,958.00 24.20 1,552.00 2,990.00 20,937.11 1,476 18 1,170 2,254 15,787 00 2,26 0 1,2 1,592 6,897.00 1,200 5,200 2,200.00 6,780 1,659 5,112 -608.00 117.34 -458 88 5,000 28,00 12 4,65 6,176.00 4,657 0 6,073.43 4,579 102.57 0.00 77 3,770 21,1 5,491.00 28,000.00 4,140 21,112 0.00 18,690.00 0 14,092 5,491.00 9,310.00 4,140 7,020

71305 71305 71305 71305 71305 71305 71305 71305 71305

Audit teams Financial Analyst Economist Expert for data Col (Deg.) Training Specialist Environmental Specialist Olive oil Specialist GIS Specialist Policy specialist

Service Contract-Indv.

71400

71405 71405

Project Manager Project Assistant

9,52 8 2,14 3 11,801 16 84

7,1 19 1,6 0 8,898

19,1 6,61 25,600

14,4 16 4,98 4 19,302

24,02 5 7,0 07 31,031

18, 115 5,28 3 23,398

(42 5) 49 3 69 72 0)

(32 3

35,678.00 12,004.00

26,901 9,051 35,952

26,158.80 8,052.01 34,210.81

19,724 6,071 25,795

9,519.20 3,951.99 13,471.19

7,177 2,980 10,157

52

47,682

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Jordan Acc. Code Contractual Services Co. 72100 72140 72140 72140 72140 72140

2005

2005

2005

2005 Balance Tota l$

2006

2006

2006

2006

2007

2007

2007

2007 Actual

2007

2007

Position Arc View Arc IMS Prog. Develop. Prog. Training Database Design

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Balance

Total $

Total

Actual $

Balance $

Balance

2,472

1,864

(350)

(264)

1,195.00

901

1,194.96

901

Travel

71600

353

266

642

484

572

431

428

323

2,390.00

1,802

2,048

1,544

342.37

258

Equipment & Fuirniture

72200

72205 72205 72505 72505

Photocopying Fax Machine Binding machine Different 918 692 123 93 50 0 20 0 700 151 528 1,326.00 1,000 911.00 687 415.26 313 77 3

Materials&Goods

72300

1,326

1,000

1,300

980

1,326.00

1,000

1,326.26

1,000

Communications & Audio Visual Equipment

72400

918

692

(918)

(692)

663.00

500

31

23

632.13

477

Supplies

72500

72505 72505

GPS Stationery & Other supplies

932

703

1,389

1,047 50 0 77 3

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Jordan Acc. Code 72510

2005

2005

2005

2005 Balance Tota l$

2006

2006

2006

2006

2007

2007

2007

2007 Actual

2007

2007

Position Publications

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Actual $

Actual

Balance $ 50 0 1,000

Balance 3 77 754

Total $

Total

Actual $

Balance $

Balance

663.00

500

383.48

289

279.65

211

Information Technology Equip.

72800

72805 72805 72805 72805 72805

Laptop PC Laser Printer Deskjet Printer Scanner 5,321 4,012 (769) (580) 500 377 393.00 296 386.75 292 5.82 4

Audio Visual & Printing Production Costs

1,3 74200 74210 74225 74215 Printing leflets Website Promotional Material 235 74220 Translation Costs 177 5,070 663 3,823 500 04 2,4 01 3,705 386 10 3

98 7 1,8 9

2,69 3 79 2 60 0 4,095 614 52

2,03 60 4 3,088 463 9,324.00 1,603.00 7,030 1,209 2,292 0 1,728 0 7,032.09 1,603.45 5,302 1,209

2,793 291

Miscellaneous Expenses

74500

1,904

1,435

(578)

(435)

4,515

3,404

485

366

3,979.00

3,000

3,058

2,306

5,920.84

4,464

Facilities & Admin

75100

1,716

1,294

4,157

3,135

2,010

1,516

2,998

2,260

4,861

5,071

4,351

3,279

2,658.06

2,004

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Jordan Acc. Code

2005

2005

2005

2005 Balance Tota l$

2006

2006

2006

2006

2007

2007

2007

2007 Actual

2007

2007

Position

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Balance

Total $

Total

Actual $

Balance $

Balance

Activity A1 Total

36,032

27,168

87,304

65,827

42,219

31,833

62,948

47,462

140,040

105,590

91,369

68,892

55,819.19

42,088

Activity A2 Pilot Project Travel 71600 -

Contractual ServicesCompanies

50,00 72100 Demo-plants 0 2,50 0

37,70 330,239 1,8 85 16,512 12,450 16,511.94 12,450.00 249,000 0 0 330,238.73 249,000

Facilities & Admin

75100

Activity A2 Total

52,500

39,585

346,751

261,450

346,750.66

261,450.00

Activity A3 Capacity Building International Consultants 71200 -

Local Consultants

71300

Travel

71600

Contractual ServicesCompanies

72100

72145

Svc CoTraining Services

2,50 0 85

1,8 13,263.00 10,000 5238.70 3,950 8,023.90 6,050

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Jordan Acc. Code

2005

2005

2005

2005 Balance Tota l$

2006

2006

2006

2006

2007

2007

2007

2007 Actual

2007

2007

Position

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Actual $

Actual

Balance $

Balance

Total $

Total

Actual $

Balance $

Balance

Miscellaneous Expenses

74500

74525

Consultative Meetings

1,40 0 56

1,0 3,183.00 2,400 184.65 139 2,998.37 2,261

Facilities & Admin

75100

195

147

822

620

271

204

551.11

416

Activity A3 Total

4,095

3,088

17,268

13,020

5,695

4,294

11,573.39

8,726

Total (A1+A2+A3) Total Project Budget 1,738,411

36,032

27,168

87,304

65,827

42,219

31,833

119,543

90,135

504,059

380,061

97,063

73,186

414,143.24

312,264

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APPENDIX 2 2.1: MINUTES OF THE 3 NATIONAL STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING

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2.2: MINUTES OF THE 4 NATIONAL STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING

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2.3: MINUTES OF THE 5

TH

NATIONAL STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING

REGIONAL STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING EC-RMSU

2.4: MINUTES OF THE 3

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2.5: MINUTES OF MEETING WITH

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Appendix 2.1 Minutes of the 3rd National Steering Committee Meeting for the Project "Integrated Waste Management for the Olive Oil Pressing Industry in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan" 11th Apr 2007

Objectives: Discussing the pilot plant in order to identify the best technology used in the treatment of liquid wastes produced by the olive oil mills. Reviewing the experts' outcomes and presenting what will be accomplished in the near future. Assigning roles and responsibilities between the committee members and the experts in order to achieve immediate outcomes. Welcome & Introduction: HE Eng. Faris Al Junidi (General Secretary) welcomed all the members for attending the meeting and briefly outlined the important aspects of the project. He also clarified how the pilot plant will be as raw model for the other environmental projects in Jordan. In addition, he encouraged the committee members to continue on the same track. Presentations: Dr. Adnan Khdair/ the Project Manager welcomed the steering committee members and

presented an overview of the main points of phase II of the project which included introducing the cleaner production option and prevention measures and control in the olive oil industry in the project area. It also included environmental audit of six olive oil mills (two mills from each type). The environmental audit of these mills have measured the mills impact on the surrounding using experimental analysis of sample taken from selected site in order to determine the pollution load inflected on the environment. This will be accomplished with full cooperation with universities, ministries, and national research center concerned with treatment of Zibar, and Jift produced from olive pressing, and converted them to clean industry and suitable for the environment. In addition, cooperation with cleaner production center (RAC/CCP) and other European research center working in this field will be strengthening in order to choose the best technology for better production and proper treatment of liquid and

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solid wastes, through building pilot waste treatment plant for Zibar produced after oil pressing and serving most of the olive mills. The Experts presented to the committee members their findings in phase I and phase II of the project and their next outcomes in the near future. The presentations were as follows:
1. Mohammad Al Shafi'i: Environmental Audits of Olive Oil Mills and

their Complementary Industries.

2.

Eng. Yanal Abeda: Evaluation of the different olive pressing techniques in Jordan and Waste Treatment Options) Dr. Salam Ayoub: Report 1: Assessment of Training Needs of Olive Mill Owners & Olive Farmers in Relation to the Importance of Olive Oil. Report 2: Assessment of The difference in Olive Oil Quality among The Different Pressing Techniques.

3.

4.

Dr. Majed Zreig: Environment Degradation and Treatment Options. Eng. Ammar Shami: Training Needs Plan and Deliverables

5.

Minutes Focal Points: Identifying the pilot plant criteria and requirements:

Dr. Adnan Khdair explained that the pilot plant is considered one of the important approaches within the project's phases. At the beginning of the project, it was intended to build an ideal olive mill in each of Jordan, Syria and Lebanon, but the committee members suggested that it would be better to construct a pilot waste treatment plant for Zibar produced by the olive mills, since most of olive mills in Jordan are of phase II and III. The committee members agreed that cooperation with cleaner production center (RAC/CCP) and European manufactures working in this field should be strengthened in order to choose the best technology used for pilot plant, which will comply with the national needs and the project budget.

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1. 2.

Suggesting different sites for the pilot plant building: Since most of the olive mills are clustered in the north, it was suggested that the The second suggested site is Ekaidar, where most of the wastes in Jordan are

The committee members recommended two sites for the pilot plant: pilot plant could be constructed in Irbid especially in University of Sciences and Technology. being disposed, consequently the wastes transportation cost will be reduced and therefore this will guarantee that the olive mills owners will dispose the olive waste water in the plant. Determining the appropriate panel of experts for operating the pilot plant:

Most of the committee members suggested that the pilot plant will be operated and managed by the University of Sciences and Technology, since this university possesses the qualified experts who will be capable to operate the pilot. Also the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Municipalities will be well involved in the plant management. Determining the pilot plant budget:

Dr. Adnan clarified that the budget for the pilot plant provided by the European Union (EU) and the MoE is about 270,000 Euro. However, Mrs. Helena Naber stated that according to the annual work plan, the size of the pilot plant was only in a pilot scheme and in a very small scale, and she doubted that there might be enough adequate resources allocated for the construction of a large scale waste treatment plant which will serve a large number of olive mills. Furthermore she added that the proposal for the WTP should be more investigated whether it could be extended towards total waste management for this large number of olive mills. Most of the participants noted that the operating cost of the plant will depend on different factors such as the technology which will be used (Chemical or Biological), and the transportation of Zibar to the plant site. Also the participants stated that the socio- economic situation of the olive mills owners should be taken into account.

Motions & Recommendations:

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The next Committee Meeting should be held approximately after 2-3 weeks in the

MoE, and a representative from Olive Oil Mills Owners Association should attend the next meeting due to his essential contribution. All the suggestions should be well investigated concerning the advantages and Searching for different offers from at least three different European companies Assessing and evaluating the best technology used and its specifications. disadvantages of each of the two proposed sites. working in this field.

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Appendix 2.2 Minutes of 4th National Steering Committee Meeting for the Project "Integrated Waste Management for the Olive Oil Pressing Industry in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan" 15th May 2007

Objectives: Setting criteria for the pilot plant in order to select the most suitable location and management. Determining the characteristics of each of the proposed site/location according to pilot plant criteria. Discussing the offers presented by the interested companies specialized in olive oil wastewater treatment. Welcome & Introduction:
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HE Eng. Faris Al Junidi (General Secretary) welcomed all the members for attending

the meeting and HE emphasized on the importance of the pilot plant for Jordan. However HE Eng. Faris Al Junidi urged that more efforts should be done to finalize the pilot plant construction as soon as possible.
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Dr. Adnan Khdair( Project Manager) welcomed the steering committee members and The objectives of the pilot plant. The criteria to determine the suitable site for the pilot plant. Finally; the offers obtained from companies specialized in olive oil

gave a detailed presentation, which included the following:

waste treatment which were: Minutes Focal Points: Dr. Adnan suggested to discuss the characteristics of each of the proposed locations which are Jordan University for Science and technology (JUST) and the Ekeidar disposal site. Jordan University for Science and technology (JUST) Dr. Munjid Al Sharif (from JUST) explained to the committee that the university is willing to cooperate in the pilot plant construction and management, and he clarified for

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the committee the most significant characteristics of the university as a location for the pilot plant;

An institution for training: JUST is an institution not just for training but also for developing, disseminating and applying science and technology, especially the waste treatment technology; since it has already a municipal wastewater treatment plant. Accessibility to public: the university is fully accessible to all olive mills to transport the waste water (Zibar). The infrastructure and public services are available in the university. The peace of land is available. The availability of experiences and knowledge in performing wastewater treatment and management.

HE. Eng. Faris Al Junidi asked if there is any possibility for the university to co-finance the pilot plant. However Dr. Munjid Al Sharif explained to HE Eng. Faris Al Junidi that the university will not be able to cooperate financially, but he added that the university possesses the knowledge and the capacity to operate and manage the plant in the future. Eng. Mohammad Moosa (Royal Scientific Society) suggested that it is preferred to establish the pilot plant in the university due to the availability of municipal waste water treatment plant which is important for the dilution of high BOD and COD found in the Zibar. Also Eng. Mohammad added that there are storage pools in the Ekaider Disposal Site, which are important to store the liquid wastes. Ms. Shireen Hijazi reported that the most important objective of the project is to develop the national capacity building; as a result Ms. Shireen opined that the university will be well qualified to host the pilot plant. Ekaider Disposal Site: Eng. Nawaf Al Jamal pointed out the characteristics of the Ekaider as a suitable location for the pilot plant:

Accessibility to public: Most of the solid and liquid wastes are disposed in this site. In addition; about 120,000-150,000 m3 of the olive mills wastewater (OMW) are being discharged in this site from October till May per year, and this will guarantee the sustainability of the plant. There are more than three storage pools for the liquid wastes generated from the olive mills.

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The infrastructure and public services are available in the site. The peace of land is available. The availability of experiences and knowledge with the aid from JUST in wastewater treatment and management. The possibility of reusing the treated water for agriculture in order to reduce the environmental problem of the Ekaider.

Eng. Ghalib Gudah from Jordan River Foundation added that since the two locations are very close to each other, the pilot plant could be built in the Ekaider, with the help of the JUST. Dr. Mohammad Al Kashashneh clarified that the Moenv considers the Ekaidar site one of the hot spots in Jordan, due to that actions should be done in order to reduce its environmental impact. Dr. Mohammad Al Kashashneh suggested the pilot plant should be built in the Ekaidar site with the assistance of Jordan University of Sciences and Technology which has the knowledge and the long term experience to operate and manage the plant in the future. In addition, Eng. Jamal Al Batsh ( MoAgr.) emphasized that since the two locations have similar characteristics, it is better to construct the pilot plant in the Ekaidar site, since the number of olive mills in Jordan is increasing continuously. Also Eng. Jamal Al Batsh added that it is important to sign MoU between the Ministry of Environment, JUST, and Ministry of Municipalities which ensures the pilot plant sustainability. Eng. Ahmad Al Jazar stressed that the three storage pools for the liquid wastes existing in the Ekaidar site, makes this location highly suitable for the construction of the pilot plant. However he added that it is the responsibility of MoPIC to ensure the full implementation of the Project's inputs and outputs as set out in the project document. However Eng. Mohammad Al-Kooz opined that when the olive mills owners will be charged to dispose their wastes in the pilot plant, consequently high disposal fees will encourage most of them to dispose their wastes randomly and illegally, as a result this will defeat the objectives of the pilot plant. Eng. Raed bani Hani added that the transportation of the wastes should be put forward for consideration, since it is considered a serious problem for the mills owners. Eng. Ahmad Saeed ( Project's focal point) and Ms. Helena Naber (UNDP Jordan) stressed out that one of the project's objectives is to promote capacity building and research capacity, and to enhance access to outside expertise.

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Motions & Recommendations: The next Committee Meeting should be held approximately after one week in the Following up with JUST, and Ministry of Municipalities in order to receive their MoE, and ensuring all the representatives will be attending. approval which confirms their willingness to host the pilot plant.

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Appendix 2.3 Minutes of 5th National Steering Committee Meeting for the Project "Integrated Waste Management for the Olive Oil Pressing Industry in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan" 23rd May 2007

Objectives: Determining the pilot plant location. Identifying the pilot plant specifications.

Welcome & Introduction:

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Dr. Adnan Khdair( Project Manager) welcomed the steering committee members and The objectives of the pilot plant. The criteria to determine the suitable site for the pilot plant. Finally; the offers obtained from companies specialized in olive oil

delivered a detailed presentation, which included the following:

waste treatment which were: Bio-4 waste Treatment industry, AquaTec OLIVIA, Lachirama). Minutes Focal Points:
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Eng. Abdulla Al Khawaldeh (Olive Oil Mills Owners Association) stated that olive oil wastewater is considered a major problem for most of the olive mills owners. OMW can not be disposed with the domestic wastewater, due to its high organic content. However Eng. Abdulla also remarked that the high cost required for the transportation of OMW is a main problem for the mills owners and should be solved out as soon as possible. Furthermore he stated that the pilot plant should be constructed in the Ekaidar site.

Eng. Jamal Al Nawaf stated that the storage lagoons in the Ekaidar site, which are used for OMW, are one of the most important features for this location. Eng. Jamal noted that the pilot plant could be a major initiative to build a large scale plant, which can help to solve the OMW environmental problem in the near future.

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Eng. Ahmad Al Saed stressed out that the Ministry of Environment focuses mainly on the delivery and sustainability of the project's outputs, and the main objective of the pilot plant is (1) to promote capacity building and research, and to enhance access to outside expertise, (2) to set a monitoring strategy to be adopted by the relevant ministries and/or local authorities in controlling olive oil milling and production, (3) and finally to undertake awareness activities. However Eng. Ahmad noted that the steering committee should focus to determine the suitable location for the pilot plant.

Dr. Basem Al Abasi suggested that we should rely on local companies and individuals in the construction of the pilot plant, in addition, the steering committee should study thoroughly the pilot plant specifications such as defining the type of the treatment technology before moving forward with the invitation to tender.

All the members agreed that the steering committee and its experts should address and follow up the procurement standards for the pilot plant. Eng. Abdulla Al Khawaldeh pointed out that an oversight committee should be formed in order to evaluate the procurement process. However Eng. Ahmad Al Jazzar noted that the oversight committee might not have the sufficient ability to determine the pilot plant specifications in the procurement process.

Dr. Mohammad Khashashneh stressed out that it is better to build a small scale pilot plant in the beginning, and then it can be extended toward a large scale one. Dr. Mohammad also remarked that Jordan University of Sciences and Technology and Ministry of Municipalities may enter into a mutual aid agreement to properly operate and manage the pilot plant.

Eng. Mohammad Moosa added that the effluents' requirements should be characterized firstly, in order to meet the Jordanian specifications for the wastewater.

Eng. Riyad Zoebi clarified that the pilot plant is a fundamental project to improve local capacity building, and he suggested that JUST is well qualified to operate and manage the pilot plant.

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Conclusions: o The pilot plant technical specifications were identified. o An official approval was received from JUST, expressing their willingness to host the pilot plant. While the Ministry of Municipalities has not sent any approval yet. o A Memorandum of Understanding should be signed upon agreement with JUST. o The participation of the steering committee in the pilot palnt procurement process is a must, in order to meet the national requirements.

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Appendix 2.4 Minutes of the Third Regional Steering Committee Meeting 27th Aug. 2007 Radisson SAS Hotel Amman Jordan Objective: To collect feedback on national levels on the project activities, and expected outputs in the next phases. The Regional Steering Committee Meeting consisted of four sessions: Session I: Was inaugurated under the patronage of HE. Eng. Khalid Irani (Minister of Environment Jordan). Dr. Saleem Hamadeh (Project Regional Coordinator) facilitated this session, which consisted of statements for: HE. Eng. Khalid Irani (Minister of Environment Jordan). Ms. Mona Hidar (UNDP- Deputy Resident Representative). Mrs. Angelina Eichhorst (Representative of the EU Delegation Jordan). Dr. Akram AlKhouri (Director General of General Commissions of Environmental Affairs Syria). Dr. Berj Hatjian (Director General of Environment Lebanon) Session II: Consisted of presentations made by the Project Managers who outlined the outputs and the next phases: Dr. Marwan Dimashki (National Project Manager- Syria). Mrs. Samar Khalil (National Project Manager- Lebanon). Dr. Adnan Khdair (National Project Manager- Jordan). Session III: Dr. Saleem Hamadeh facilitated a time for discussion with all the presenters and the audience. The following main points were mentioned by the participants: - It was suggested that the pilot plants should be framed in terms of long-term project sustainability, and more explicit emphasis should be given to the identification of the advantages, limitations and specifications of waste water treatment technologies, so that the treated water could be reused in agriculture or in the olive mills. - The Syrian Team stated that Syria has been participating during the last two years in a regional project funded by the Italian Government and the International Olive Oil Council for the use of olive mill wastewater in agriculture. Results obtained during this project demonstrated the possible use of OMWW on agricultural lands and for irrigating olive orchards, vineyards, and other crops, with noticeable increase in yields. However all the participants agreed that this practice should be regulated through appropriate legislation that specifies the maximum quantity of vegetable water that may be spread on the land and the ways in which it may be spread. - To enhance a full scale research, concerning possible treatment technology for the olive oil pressing wastes.

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- The pilot plant will serve as a model to introduce the CP (Cleaner Production) process for olive pressing as a main tool to reduce the quantities of wastes, enhance its quality, and enable its final treatment to a cost effective one. Session IV: Moderated by Mr. Edgard Chehab UNDP Energy & Environmental Program Manager. -Mr. Edgard Chehab stressed on four main issues to be discussed in the meeting: All the key activities of the project are exposed to prior review and approval by the EU according to the project document. Therefore, justifications should be made for decisions made, concerning the choice and the implementation of the pilot plants in the three participating countries in the project. The project team should use specific criteria for the selection of olive mills for auditing or the location of the pilot project, etc The need to extend the duration of the project to be able to complete all the activities listed in the project document. To adopt one methodological approach between the three countries and this could be maintained by submitting reports on monthly basis. -HE. Eng. Faris Al-Junidi (Secretary General- MoEnv- Jordan) said that each country could choose the methodology according to its needs. However HE. Eng. Faris Al-Junidi advised that one methodology could be applied in order to have accurate comparison between the obtained results. Dr. Adnan Khdair (Project Manager- Jordan) noted that the National Steering Committee determined the best specifications for the pilot plant, and accordingly the tender document was prepared in June, and it was submitted to the UNDP for the evaluation. -Dr. Marwan Dimashki (Project Manager Syria) stated that Syria submitted its proposal and justification regarding the pilot plant. -Mr. Edgard pointed out that a justification for the choice of the pilot project should be submitted for review before final launching.
-Eng. Abir Zeno (Energy & Env. Team Leader UNDP- Syria) emphasized on selecting specific

parameters when estimating the cost of environmental degradation. This will ensure the consistency among the three countries. -Since there is environmental monitoring strategy in Jordan, Dr. Adnan Khdair (Project ManagerJordan) stated that the environmental degradation cost was very low in Jordan, and different parameters were used than in Syria and Lebanon. -Dr. Marwan Dimashki (Project Manager- Syria) pointed out that there was a delay in producing the national report on the cost of environmental degradation, due to the difficulty in employing national experts for the project in Syria.
-Dr. Akram AlKhouri (Director General of General Commissions of Environmental Affairs

Syria) stated that there are different parameters which can be used for evaluating the cost of
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environmental degradation in the three countries. However, he suggested applying different parameters according to the needs of each country. -Mrs. Olfat Hamdan (Focal point Lebanon) raised the concern that there isnt yet any used technology in other olive producing countries which can solve the problem of the Olive Oil Waste Water, since the BOD and COD of the OMW differ from the domestic water. She stressed out on the necessity to concentrate our efforts in locating for a newly developed technology, by which we can eventually determine the approach of the pilot plant for each country.
-Dr. Berj Hatjian (Director General of Environment Lebanon) commented on the absence of the

SMAP representative. Also he raised the concern on the following issues: Each country should submit a report indicating the lessons obtained from this project. Therefore this would provide an opportunity to share the learnt lessons. To develop a table matrix that gives an indication where each country stands on their progress work. To develop Quality control system which could monitor the ongoing activities for each country and allow better coordination and information management between the three countries. Each country should introduce the added value, which will ensure the exchange of information between the countries and the identification of problems with their corrective actions. -Dr. Saleem Hamadeh (Project Regional Coordinator) described how the management, financial, and technical quality control for the project are being achieved in the three countries by the Project Regional Coordinator. He said that the financial quality control was achieved by conducting meetings with the financial managers and the focal point in each Ministry of Environment in the three participating countries. Also he added that the Regional Coordinator carries out monthly basis monitoring visits to each country, to ensure the management quality control. In addition each country submits a progress report, which shows the activities with their progress status, challenges, and actions required. -Dr. Saleem agreed that identifying the added values for each country is an excellent idea, and should be applied as soon as possible. -Dr. Saleem Hamadeh stressed out on the expected budget revision that should be done as soon as possible to ensure its compliance with the request of an extension period. -Mrs. Hamdan and Dr. Khdair pointed out that actions should be done as soon as possible, concerning the tendering process for the pilot plant. -Mr. Edgard Chehab stressed on the necessity to scrutinize the tender book of the pilot plant from technical point of view, to avoid confusions with the suppliers, and to be in line with the EU and UNDP regulations and procedures. Recommendations: To develop a table matrix indicating where each country stands in its work progress. Each country should introduce the added value to its progress report, which will ensure the exchange of information between the countries and the identification of problems with their corrective actions.
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 To make sure that the three countries are following the same methodologies while implementing the project activities. A request for extension with a solid justification should be submitted as soon as possible.

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Appendix 2.5 Meeting with EC-RMSU in Jordan 7th Nov.2007 Ministry of Environment The meeting with EC-RMSU representatives was held on 7th Nov. 2007 in the Ministry of Environment. The following project members and project staff attended the meeting: Mr. Javier Bollino (EC- RMSU). Mrs. Tea Trnroos (EC- RMSU). Mrs. Anna Horrera (EC- RMSU). Mr. Omar Abu Eid (EC- Delegation Jordan) Dr. Saleem Hamadeh (Regional Coordinator) Eng. Ahmad Russan (MoEnv- Focal Point) Dr. Adnan Khdair (Project Manager) Shirin Haddadin ( Project Assistant) Dr. Adnan Khdair welcomed the representatives of EU delegation in Jordan for attending the meeting. He extended his welcome to Mr. Javier Bollino, Mrs. Tea, Mrs. Anna, Mr. Omar Abu Eid, Mr. Saleem and Eng. Ahmad Rousan. Dr. Adnan Khdair (Project Manager) presented the results obtained during the implementation of the project phases. He also presented the GIS maps of olive mills and hot spot areas, the methods of wastewater discharge being practiced by mills owners, and the interest of mills owners to invest in waste management. In addition he presented the cleaner production options, the basic criteria for selecting olive mills for conducting the environmental auditing, he also clarified how the project team and the national steering committee had decided to establish an integrated olive mill wastewater (OMW) treatment plant in the north of the country in Jordan University of Sciences and Technology campus. He also presented the offers obtained form different international companies specialized in waste treatment. The second session was an open discussion: Mr. Javier appreciated all the work done by the project team, and he assured that the project team would keep on encouraging the involvement of the stakeholders. He added that the pilot plant should be the focus in 2008, as the pilot plant mainly will maintain the sustainability of the project, He also mentioned that the olive oil project has succeeded to meet the challenges, where the project has produced comprehensive study and database of the current situation on olive oil production following similar methodology in the three participating countries. In response to Mr. Javier's question regarding the cost of the pilot plant estimated by the companies. Dr. Adnan Khdair explained that not all technology options proposed by the companies will be selected; the main approach of the pilot plant is to be an institution for training especially for the olive oil waste treatment technology. Dr. Saleem Hamadeh (Project Regional Coordinator) delivered a short presentation giving an overview about the project, its objectives, components, budget and activities.

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Dr. Saleem also presented the methodology and mechanisms which were followed by the three countries for the implementation of the project phases. He also elaborated and complemented on the necessity on requesting an extension period. Dr. Saleem said that a request of extension has been submitted to EC-RMSU delegation in Cairo: - The pilot plant will be built in the three countries and will be completed with the next few months. To guarantee the pilot plant sustainability, it needs to be experimented in an olive pressing season. - The progress within the tender book was very slow. This was partly due to the delay in executing the international experts from RAC-CP. RAC-CP has signed the project document in October/2007. The international experts will start their mission in the region on 27th of Nov. - An updated work plan for 2008 has been prepared with the completion dates of each project activity. - Guaranteed savings have been analyzed in a separate report, with the objective of studying the feasibility of any possible project extension, the guaranteed savings have been redistributed on active budget lines with related and proper justifications. This report was submitted to the EC delegation in Cairo. Mr. Javier indicated that SMAP II will end its two ongoing projects by the middle of the next year. And this may affect the overall decision regarding the extension period which will be till next olive pressing season. Mr. Javier explained that SMAP II contracts will be finished by the end of next February. Mr. Omar Abu Eid expressed his gratitude to the project team. He explained to the attendees that JUST is the most suitable location for the pilot plant. Since the university possesses a wide knowledge and experience in wastes treatment. EC- Delegations, Mr. Abu Eid, Dr. Hamadeh, and Dr. Khdair met with Eng. Faris Al Junaidi Secretary General. Eng. Faris Al Junidi extended his welcome to the guests and thanked the project team for their efforts. In addition he emphasized on the importance of speeding up the bidding process for the pilot plant, since that UNDP bidding procedures may take some time. After the meeting at the MoEnv, The participants were invited to a field trip to visit two olive mills and the pilot plant site in JUST. The two olive mills were Al Balqa Mill and Jebal Ajloon Mill. The participants were introduced to the different pressing techniques used in the mills. The field trip to pilot plant site was organized by Dr. Munther Sharif/ Queen Rania Al Abdullah Center for Environmental Science and Technology.

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The Opening Ceremony Introduction: To launch the awareness activities of the project "Integrated Waste Management of Olive Oil Pressing Industries in Syria, Jordan and Lebanon", and to discuss the objectives of the project and its implications, a series of national workshops has been planed by the project team. The workshops were held in Radisson SAS hotel and were intended for the MoE staff, the staff of relevant ministries and the olive oil mills owners. Under the Patronage of HE Eng. Khalid Al Irani, The Opening Ceremony was conducted on Wed 20th June 2007 in the Radisson SAS hotel from 10:00am till 15:00pm. The objectives of such ceremony were; 1. Launching the project awareness activities and workshops. 2. Implementing institutional strengthening and capacity building programs in order to reduce the environmental problem of the OMW. 3. Introducing the Project's objectives and phases. 4. Developing a comprehensive understanding of the environmental impacts of the olive oil wastes. 5. Developing an effective approach in carrying out roles and responsibilities to solve the problem between the relevant ministries and the mills owners. Dr. Adnan Khdair -project manager- welcomed all the participants, and drew attention to the objectives of the training workshops which will be held to introduce the participants to the environmental audit and to the cleaner production options and methods. The Project" Integrated Waste Management of Olive Oil Pressing Industries in Syria, Jordan and Lebanon" is concerned with the environmental impacts of the olive oil pressing wastes. Also he thanked all the parties involved in the project success, including MoEnv, EU, and UNDP for providing the vision and efforts to achieve all the projects' goals. HE Eng. Ahmad Qatarneh, speaking on Behalf of HE Eng. Khalid Al Irani, welcomed all the participants, and emphasized the importance of this project to the three countries, especially in strengthening the contribution between Syria, Jordan and Lebanon, and introducing an integrated olive oil waste management system. Also he emphasized the

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important role of EU and UNDP in providing an effort to improve the olive oil pressing industry in the region. Dr. Adnan Khdair presented a brief background on the project, and reviewed all the project's objectives and phases. Eng. Adnan Bdairy (Environmental Audit team) gave a presentation about the environmental audit process in general. Dr. Salam Ayoub (Olive Oil Expert) delivered a presentation about the guidelines to improve the olive oil quality, and the assessment of different pressing techniques on the quality of olive oil.. Eng. Yanal Abeda (Environmental Expert) gave a brief presentation on feasible alternative cleaner production options, prevention measures and control & treatment options to achieve green processing, not entailing extra costs. Also he explained to the participants the specifications which should be found in the pilot plant. Eng. Fadi Abu Halimeh delivered a presentation about the training needs assessment for olive oil mills owners and a detailed training outline. Dr. Mohammad Al Karaki gave a presentation about the cost of environmental degradation from olive oil wastes, and the cost benefit analysis of the different cleaner production alternatives. See Annex 1 for the Opening Ceremony Agenda. Participation: Over 100 delegates including representatives from Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Agriculture, and relevant ministries attended the ceremony. There were also representatives from Olive Mills' association and relevant associations and a large number of olive mills owners and operators.

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Discussion; At the conclusion, Dr. Adnan Khdair facilitated a time of discussion with all the presenters and the audience. The following main points were mentioned by the participants: Strengthening the role of farmers who represent a main element in this project, in order to introduce them to the cleaner production options and best agricultural practices for olive oil production. Olive oil industry is not recommended to be considered one of the food industries, due to the big difference in their wastes characteristics. Enhancing a full scale research, concerning possible treatment technology for the olive oil pressing wastes. Raising the awareness among the mills owners on the importance of using 2 phase system in olive oil extraction, instead of the 3 phase system. The vegetable water should be stored in lagoons, in order to limit its negative impacts particularly on the groundwater. Strengthening the concept of by product reusing and recycling from olive and olive oil production.

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Environmental Audit of Olive Mills Workshop (ToT) Date: 21st Jun, 2007 Location: Radisson SAS Hotel Duration: 6 hours Target Groups: Employees of the Ministry of Environment, employees of the Ministry of Agriculture, municipalities representatives, mills owners, representatives of the Water Authority Agenda: # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Discussion Topic Introduction of Environmental Audit Process Olive pressing techniques/Types of Complementary Industries Key environmental factors Key environmental issues Definition of Environmental Audit Scope Conducting the audit Audit report preparation Training Course Evaluation Duration 1 hour 30 minutes 30 minutes 30 minutes 1 hour 1 hour 1 hour 30 minutes

Objectives of the workshop: Identify the importance of the environmental audit for olive oil sectors. Ability to identify the main environmental factors and issues concerning olive mills and complementary industries Enhanced knowledge and understanding of olive pressing industries Knowledge of environmental audit process in general Definition of audit scope and areas and preparation of the audit checklist. Preparation of the audit report, including provision of recommendations.

Participation; About 40 participants from MoEnv, MoAgrm and relevant ministries, with a large number of olive mills owners and operators attended. Overview of the sessions:

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The workshop was divided into two sessions. These sessions were delivered by the audit team. During the opening session, Dr. Adnan Khdair welcomed all the participants and emphasized on the importance of the environmental audit process in general. Ms. Tania (Audit Team) delivered a presentation which included the following: Introduction to environmental audit process. Olive Pressing Techniques/Types of Complementary Industries. Key environmental factors related to the olive mills. Key Environmental Issues related to the olive mills. Definition of Environmental Audit Scope. Conducting the Audit. Audit Report Preparation.

Conclusions and Recommendations: The workshop made the following recommendations: 1. The need of such training workshops, which raise the awareness among the mills owners, in order to enhance the olive oil production. 2. The need to ensure that most of the mills will use the 2-phase system instead of the 3-phase system. 3. Enhancing the coordination between the farmers and the mills owners, in order to achieve their goals successfully. 4. Empowering the environmental audit process by Ministry of Environment, and Ministry of Agriculture, in order to limit this environmental problem.

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Date: 24th 28th Jun, 2007 Location: Radisson SAS Hotel Target Groups: Employees of the Ministry of Environment, employees of the Ministry of Agriculture, municipalities representatives, mills owners, representatives of the Water Authority Agenda: # 1 2 3 4 5 6 Discussion Topic Project Manager presentation. Olive oil Expert session Environmental Expert session Financial Expert session Training Expert session Training Course Evaluation Duration 1 hour 2 hours and 30 minutes 2 hours 1 hour and 30 minutes 30 minutes 30 minutes

Objectives of the workshops: To introduce cleaner production options in the olive oil industry, this will reduce the pollution by the olive oil sector. To share best practices and best techniques to improve the olive oil quality To share experience regarding the cleaner production options for olive mills. To investigate the need for developing the sector relating to in-line/complimentary industries, if required, and identify means for attracting investments for this purpose To investigate potential private-public and/or public-public partnerships for improving economical performance of the olive oil industry Participation; About 30 participants from MoEnv, MoA, and relevant ministries, with a large number of olive mills owners and operators attended each workshop. Overview of the sessions:

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Each of the three workshops was divided into two sessions. These sessions were delivered by the Project Manager Dr. Adnan Khdair and the Project Experts. The workshop was officially opened by Dr. Adnan khdair. In his opening statement, Dr. Adnan declared that the workshops are held in an opportune time before the olive oil pressing season. Also he stressed on the importance of these workshops to the olive mills owners. Dr. Adnan Khdair continued with a presentation in which he outlined the goal and the objectives of the project. He explained the goal of the project is to create an understanding of the elements for an integrated olive oil waste management system. He ended the presentation by stressing that the workshop was expected to identify the cleaner production options and to introduce the best practices in the olive oil sector. Eng. Fadi Abu Halimeh delivered a presentation about the training needs assessment for olive oil mills owners and a detailed training outline. Dr. Salam Ayoub (Olive Oil Expert) delivered a presentation about the guidelines to improve the olive oil quality, and the assessment of different pressing techniques on the quality of olive oil. Eng. Yanal Abeda (Environmental Expert) gave a brief presentation on feasible alternative cleaner production options, prevention measures and control & treatment options to achieve green processing, not entailing extra costs. Also he explained to the participants the specifications which should be found in the pilot plant. Dr. Mohammad Al Karaki ( Financial Expert) gave a presentation about the cost of environmental degradation from olive oil wastes, and the cost benefit analysis of the different cleaner production alternatives.

Conclusions and Recommendations:

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At the end of the workshop a list of workshop outcomes was identified discussed and endorsed by the participating representatives:
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Workshop attendees agree to keep in touch and The need to improve the olive oil quality by Regulations under the olive oil production should

develop regular communications. b. c. implementing new and efficient techniques in the olive oil production. be reviewed and modified to enhance the full implementations of the best techniques in the olive oil production. For example using boxes or crates instead of plastic bags when storing the olive fruits. d. e. f. The need to develop and upgrade the infrastructure The solid and liquid wastes generated from the The need to implement a monitoring system on the and the equipments of the existing mills in Jordan. milling process should be treated properly in order to be reused efficiently. olive mills by the MoEnv and the relevant ministries, in order to minimize the environmental impacts of the olive oil pressing industry.
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A training workshop should be provided a s soon as

possible to improve economical performance of the olive oil industry, through identifying: - Tax free opportunities. - Soft loans. - Special loans from private and/or public sectors. - International banks or funds. As part of the sharing of information, each participant received paper copies of the presentations. Materials for the public will be up loaded to the website where these materials can be shared with other stakeholders

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APPENDIX 4 LIST OF PARTICIPANTS

List of Participants

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Opening Ceremony Wed. 20th Jun, 2007 Name Abdalla Hiyasat Mohammad Bani Hani Suod Al Faraneh Hussein Naser Ahamad Bisharat Ebrahim Bisharat Eng. Ahamad Jazar Yusef Al Jazazi Anwar Hahid Al Halah Enm Joodeh Haidar Wreikat Mahis Abu Madiniya Mohammad Al Otoom Jameela Al Otoom Eng. Wejad Al Ziyood Tayseer Al Najdawi Dr. Munjid Sharif Eng. Hola Al Hindawi Ziyad Alawneh Eng. Sharif Bani Hani Eng. Hiyam Al Rabadi Dr. MohammedAl Karaki Nidal Samaen Eng. Talal Al Jazi Dr. Mohammad Al Kashashneh Ahmad Hiyari Eng. Jamal Batsh Helena Al Naber Dana Khreis Eng. Raed Bani Hani Mira Haddad Yvonne Casamnai Eng. Ziyad Khreisat Eng. Emad Azam Gabi Alawneh Ali Fayiz Aseel Badan Gaida Abu Remal Omar Abu Eid Eng. Mohammad Al Kooz Dr. Saleh Shdeifat Organization Ministry of Health Al Riyada company UNDP Zaytoon Al Barakeh Mill Al Bisharat Mill Hadtha Mill Ministry of Planning and International corporation. Al Jazzazi Corporation Jordan River Foundation Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment Mahis Jerash Jerash Jordan Farmers Union Najdawi Mills Queen Rania Al Abdullah Center/ Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST) Standards & Specifications Foundation Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment Integrated Company for olive products Financial Expert Samaen Mill Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment Wadi Shuib Mill Ministry of Agriculture UNDP Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment United Nations University- UNU United Nations University- UNU Olive Oil Mills Owners Association Ministry of Municipalities Ministry of Municipalities --------------Abu Adiya Mill Geographical Center European Union -EU Ministry of Water and Irrigation National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41.

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Name Eng. Hussein Hamdan Ez Deen Ali Mudar Al Karak Noeman Afaneh Ghassan Ganma Eng. Rami Al Qteishat Eng. Mohammad Al Otoom Eng. Mohammad Kawaj Abd Al Kareem Fawaz Ma'moon Hawamdeh Ala Ebrahim Samah Hamadi Ruba Ajoor Rafat Assi Eng. Loay Al Sheik Dr. Malik Haddadin Ahmad Al Jamal Abd Salam Sa'doon Eng. Wasfi Al Ziyood Ahmad Al Kawaldeh Asd Al Jreis Mo'taz Al Muhtasib Dr. Basem Abasi Eng. Shihadeh Hamdan Sali Al Baw Ata Ragad Salam Ayoob Eng. Adnan Bidairy Tania Gizikasia Majdi Al Edrisi Marwan Al Rajoob Majid Odat Mohmmad Al Shari'e Jeanette Sardom Manal Al Daroo Naeb Al Omari Saed Al Shiik Kawla Al Horani Kaseem Al Badran Saeed Al Adasi Aseel Al Jaloodi Zeinab Al Otoom Asem Abu Aloosh Ali Milhim Ramzi Bilal Mona Abadi

Organization Ministry of Environment Mill Owner American Embassy Society for the conservation of Water Soof Mill Zaytooneh Al Mubarakeh Mill Jibal Zaytoon Mill Association of Jordanian Engineers Mill Owner Soof Mill ------------Society for the conservation of Water Climate change project Climate change project Barakat Mill Jordan University Mill Owner Mill Owner Association of Jordanian Engineers Mill Owner Majdal Company Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST Balq University Ministry of Environment Association of Jordanian Engineers Salam Mill National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer Dar Al Omran Dar Al Omran Dar Al Omran Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment UNDP projects Ministry of education Kafar Sad Mill Merry corps Mill Society for the conservation of Nature Ministry of Municipalities Toor company for Olive Products Private sector Jerash Jordan Farmers Union Bilal Mill Bilal Mill Standards & Specifications Foundation

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Name Sami Najdawi Khalid Nasar Abd AlGader Abadi Khaleefa Al Reimoni Mazin Hawamdeh Haitham Adayleh Diana Roosan Mislih Matlak Muntaser Hadar Rashad Othman Ameen Malkawi Abd Al Fatah Jaljooli Fadi Dahboor Khalid Qadoora Fatimah Al Shaebi Misa Mahmadya Omar Murad Ahmad Roosan Yanal Abeda Fadi Abu Halimah Mohammad Al Karaki Adnan Khdair Shirin Haddadin

Organization Najdawi Mill Jordanian Society Association of Jordanian Agricultural Engineers Al Hag Mill Soof Mill Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment ---------------Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST Association of Jordanian Engineers Association of Jordanian Agricultural Engineers Association of Jordanian Agricultural Engineers Association of Jordanian Agricultural Engineers Association of Jordanian Agricultural Engineers Ministry of Water and Irrigation Ministry of Environment Environmental Expert Training Expert Financial Expert Project Manager Project Assistant

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List of Participants Environmental Audit Workshop Thurs 21st Jun, 2007

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2

Name Omar Murad Saleh Al Oran Jaml Al Batsh Abdalla Al Hiyast Hiyam Rabadi Ghassan Rabadi Wijad Ziyood Eng. Mohammad Al Kooz Wissam Hayik Bothayna Batarseh Nabeel Add Allateef Mona Abadi Hola Al Hindawi Mohammad Bani Mostafa Hoseina Hamdan Rasheed Dajani Aseel Badan Abd Raheem Werekat Ahmad Al Hiyari Mohammad Hiyari Eman Otoom Jameela Otoom Majdi Nayif Adsi Loay Shekh

Organization Ministry of Water and Irrigation Ministry of Water and Irrigation Ministry of Agriculture Minstry of Health Integrated Company for Olive Products Salam Mill Jordan Farmers Union Ministry of Water and Irrigation Jordan University LHAP Mill Owner Standards & Specifications Foundation Standards & Specifications Foundation Raimoni Mill Ministry of Environment Dajani Mill Abu Adiya Mill Ministry of Environment Wadi Shuib Mill Wadi Shuib Mill Soof Mill Soof Mill Barakat Mill Barakat Mill

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Name 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 3 0 3 1 3 2 3 3 3 4 3 5 3 6 3 7 3 8 3 9 4 0 4 1 Eng. Sharif Bani Hani Fayha Al Otoom Mohammad Otoom Ahmad Thneibat Samer Nawabseh Adnan Gharaybeh Ma'moon Hawamdeh Raed Al Hasn Eng. Mohammad Kawaj Abd Salm Momani Firas Howeidi

Organization Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment Soof Mill Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment Ministry of Water and Irrigation/ Mill Owner Ministry of Environment Association of Jordanian Engineers Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture

Abd Rahman Bani Mostafa Ministry of Agriculture Ziyad Khreisat Tania Goziskaya Majdi Al Idrisi Dr. Adnan Khdair Shirin Haddadin Association of Jordanian Engineers Dar Al Omran Dar Al Omran Project Manager Project Assistant

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List of Participants Cleaner Production Options Workshop Sun. 24th Thurs. 28th Jun, 2007

List of Participants Sunday 24th June 2007 Cleaner Production Options Workshop Name Nidal Sammaen Wasfi Ziyood Raed Lutfi Duha Migdadi Bothayna Batarseh Ata Ragad Ziyad Khreisat Saeed Adsi Hilmi Hamadeen Ahmad Thneibat Samer Nawabseh Organization Jordanian Olive Oil Corporation Ziyood mills National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer LHAP LHAP Salam Mill Olive Oil Mills Owners Association Toor Mill Toor Mill Ministry of Environment Ministry of Environment

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Loay Shekh Wijad Ziyood Ahmad Idrees Rayas Enab Eslam Salam Rami Qteishat Abd Gader Abadi Jamal Al Batsh Osama Qatan Fayha' Shibli Abd Salam Momani Firas Hiweidi Salam Ayoob Yanal Abeda Mohammad Al Karaki Fadi Abu Halimeh Adnan Khdair Shirin Haddadin

Barakat Mill Jordan Farmers Union Wadi Al Ordon Authority Ministry of Water & Irrigation LHAP Al Moheet Al Amen Al Moheet Al Amen Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture Irbid/ Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer/ Olive Oil Expert Environmental Expert Financial Expert Training Expert Project Manager Project Assistant

List of Participants Tuesday 26th June 2007 Cleaner Production Options Workshop Name 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Mo'taz Al Mohtasib Tawfiq Samaen Fod Sama'een Emad Samaen Osam Samaen Abd Al Wahab Dr. Saleh Shdeifat Amal Murtada Luma Atalla Jihad Qadoomi Mohammad Sroor Sami Najdawi Samah Hajawi Ayoob Aby Diya Eng. Hola Al Hindawi Organization Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST The Ideal Mill/Samaen The Ideal Mill/Samaen The Ideal Mill/Samaen The Ideal Mill/Samaen The Ideal Mill/Samaen National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer Society for the conservation of Water Society for the conservation of Water Mill Owner Mill Owner Mill Owner Society for the conservation of Water Society for Energy Conservation Standards & Specifications Foundation
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Mona Abadi Diana Masa'deh Majid Khazneh Obaida Amar Mofeed Jarar Ja'far Yusef Najdawi Rami Qteishat Abd Gader Abadi Sad Jireis Hayel Asd Balqa'Mill Balqa'Mill Mostafa Khudair Haitham Khoory Nazeeh Hatar Emad Naber Eng. Mohammad Kawaj Wissam Hayik Salam Ayoob Yanal Abeda Mohammad Al Karaki Fadi Abu Halimeh Adnan Khdair Shirin Haddadin

Standards & Specifications Foundation Ministry of Environment Al Hussein Agricultural Station Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture Jordanian Oil House Al Moheet Al Amen Al Moheet Al Amen Majdal Mill Majdal Mill ----------------------Erjan Mill Mill Owner Mill Owner Mill Owner Association of Jordanian Engineers Jordan University National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer/ Olive Oil Expert Environmental Expert Financial Expert Training Expert Project Manager Project Assistant

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List of Participants Thursday 28th June 2007 Cleaner Production Options Workshop Name Organization National Center for Agricultural Research 1. Amal Sheikh and Technology Transfer 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. Zein Khreisat Ahamad Al Jamal Abd Salam Sa'doon Samer Smadi Reema Ma'sar Adel Yahya Bothayna Zo'bi Ma'moon Hawamdeh Khaldoon Ruman Adnan Gharaibeh Husseini Hamdan Yacoob Abed Amal Roomi Jamal Zo'bi Botros Kawaleet Kamal Fawaer Aysha Khaza'leh National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer Sa'doon Mill Sa'doon Mill Ministry of Water & Irrigation Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Water & Irrigation Society for the conservation of Water Soof Mill Ministry of Agriculture Wadi Al Ordon Authority Ministry of Environment Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture

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Mo'taz Al Mohtasib Manal Biqaen Firas Soodi Nadera Johari Montaser Hadar Eslam salem Rasha Masri Salam Ayoob Yanal Abeda Mohammad Al Karaki Fadi Abu Halimeh Adnan Khdair Shirin Haddadin

Jordan University of Science & Technology (JUST Ministry of Agriculture Ministry of Agriculture National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer Society for Energy Conservation LHAP Society for the conservation of Water National Center for Agricultural Research and Technology Transfer/ Olive Oil Expert Environmental Expert Financial Expert Training Expert Project Manager Project Assistant

List of Participants Third Regional Steering Committee Meeting 27th Aug 2007 Name 1 . 2 . 3 . 4 . 5 . 6 . 7 . 8 . HE. Khaled Al Irani Mrs. Angelina Eichhorst Muna Hidar Dr. Akram Al Khouri Dr. Berj Hatjian Faris Al_junidi Dr. Saleem Hamadeh Mrs. Oflat Hamdan drshamadeh@moe.gov.lb o.hamdan@moe.gov.lb berj.hatijian@balamand.edu.lb Email Address Minister of Environmnet

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9 . 1 0 . 1 1 . 1 2 . 1 3 . 1 4 . 1 5 . 1 6 . 1 7 . 1 8 . 1 9 . 2 0 .

Mrs. Samar Khalil Mrs. Amal Sultan

s.khalil@moe.gov.lb maasara@moe.gov.lb

Mr. Edgard Chehab

edgard.chehab@undp.org.lb

Dr. Marwan Dimashki

marwan.dimashki@undpprojects.sy

Eng. Abir Zeno

abir.zeno@undp.org

Eng. Rouida Nahar

env-water@mail.sy

Mrs. May Nassar

may.nassar@undpprojects.sy

Ms. Amal Dababseh

amal.dababseh@undp.org

Mr. Firas Gharaybeh

firas.gharaibeh@undp.org

Mr. Omar Abu Eid

omar.abu-eid@ec.europa.eu

Dr. Salam Ayoub

salamayoub@hotmail.com

Dr. Moh'd Al Shafii

suliman@daralomran.com

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Dr. Munjed Al- Sharif

munjed@just.edu.jo

Eng. Mohammed Al-Kouz

Alkouz28@yahoo.com

Eng. Ahmad Al Jazzar

Bassam Khasawneh

Eng. Jamal Al Batsh

albatshj@yahoo.com

Dr. Moh'd Khashashneh

mkhashashneh@yahoo.com

Essa Al Shbool Ruba Zo'bi

shbool@moenv.gov.jo rubaalzubi@yahoo.com

Hussein Shaheen

husseinsh@moenv.gov.jo

Eng. Nidal Samaeen

SAMAIN01@wanadoo.jo

Eng. Ziyad Khreisat

ehemengz@wanadoo.jo

Dr. Basem Abasi

babbassi@bau.edu.jo

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Hola Hindawi

hhindawi@jism.gov.jo

Rand Hamasha

hamasha_r@hotmail.com

Mohammad Othman

Volunteer

Yaqoub Abed

Jacob_abed@yahoo.com

Ola Trawneh

Abdallah K. khawaldeh

faisal@wanadoo.jo

Majed Thnaibat

Ahmad Zaidan

ahmali2@yahoo.co

Abdallah Hyasaat

Kawthr Swalha

Lana Al-Thaher

Hala Al-Khayat

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# Description Name Pilot Project Brief description of the High organic content process water from olive oil manufacturing Project (OMWolive mill wastewater) represents one of the most important environmental problems in the Mediterranean region. New technology was developed with special attention to the unique characteristics of olive processing residues and has a modular design that enables it to be adapted for individual disposal and processing requirements within the respective economical constraints. The core element of the technology is a multiple stage anaerobic biological process. One component of the project entitled "Integrated Waste Management for the Olive Oil Pressing Industries in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan" consists of establishing a pilot waste treatment plant for the treatment of olive mills wastewater in Jordan. There is a need for introducing clean production technologies and proper environmental waste managements system in the mills. The approach would include minimization of water consumption in production by using ecological decanters, utilization of oil/water separators at the mills to recover residual oil and reduce pollution loads to the surrounding environment. The approach concluded that there is an urgent need to set an emergency plan to handle the olive mills wastewater and avoid its discharge to the environment. The olive oil industries in Jordan do nothing in terms of waste management, so introducing cleaner production options, prevention, control and treatment measures in olive oil industries should be introduced. Training of operators and technical assistance for stakeholders to encourage them to maintain principles of green processing of olive oil is essential. The government should set regulations and standards for the olive oil effluents and enforce these regulations by adequate monitoring strategy. Considering the scarce availability of water resources, it becomes evident that the conservation and reuse of every available amount of water in Jordan is very crucial, and the preservation of the available water resources from pollution should receive extreme attention. Therefore, the treatment of olive mills wastewater is needed.

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Description Finally, it is worth noting that the waste treatment plant will be extremely beneficial in building capacity in modern wastewater treatment technologies and developing know-how in treatment techniques at the Ministry of Environment.

Justification in the choice In latest discussions with the National Steering Committee members during successive steering committee meetings which were held in April 11, May 15 and 23, 2007, it was agreed that Jordan University of Science and Technology (JUST) is appropriate as the location for the pilot plant. Contacts have been built with many companies to explore the different methods which can be used for the construction of such a pilot plant in Jordan. It is understood from the project document that the criteria for selecting the pilot plant location should include but not limit to the following: "1) Geographical area, 2) The accessibility to public, 3) Actual process used, etc. Such pilot facilities constitute practical means and visual tools to achieve the targets or mandates of the proposed Memorandums of Understanding". Accordingly JUST possesses the following characteristics: JUST is an institution for training, developing, disseminating and applying science and technology, especially for the waste treatment technology; since it has already a municipal wastewater treatment plant and medical waste incinerator. The university is fully accessible to all olive mills to transport the waste water (Zibar). The infrastructure and public services are available in the university 24 hrs. The land is available "they offer 10,000 m2". Furthermore, the pilot projects will be accessible to interested institutions or researchers to conduct specific studies and research. The main objective of the project is national capacity building in management of olive mills waste, so the plant will be used as a teaching tool to enhance the understanding of the operational parameters and problems associated with the olive oil waste water treatment plant. The university possesses the experience and knowledge to successfully operate the plant at long term. Therefore this will assure maintaining the sustainability and continuation of the project.

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Description The university is very close to the Akeidar Dump Site (6 km to the east of campus) where most of the olive mills wastes are stored, since most of the mills in Jordan are situated in the north part of the country. Regarding choosing the type of pilot plant, the Ministry of Environment, the national steering committee and the stakeholders prefer to have a waste treatment plant for the olive oil mills effluent because it constitutes a problem for them. The pilot plant will not solve the problem at short term but it will be used for capacity building and training on treatment options which might be adopted at the long term in Jordan. In Jordan most of olive oil mills were built after 1980, so they can be considered as modern one, where 72% of the mills use the three phases and 22% use the two phases technology. This is why Jordan needs to have a waste treatment plant as a pilot plant. In contradiction most mills in Syria and Lebanon are aging and traditional mills which are very polluted and consume a lot of water and produce a lot of waste, so the new two and three phases technology should be introduced there.

Main methodology The implementation of this phase and namely the success of the proposed audits and pilot projects rely on the efficient cooperation among the different stakeholders (relevant Ministries, owners/ operators of industrial facilities for oil production and/ or olive oil waste re-use, syndicates, co-operatives and associations) and the project team in each of the beneficiary countries. Enabling to select the proper alternative a cost/benefit analysis for different alternatives (bouquet of measures) will be undertaken to select the best one. Other technical criteria should be developed and considered accordingly. A series of recommendations for improving the most suitable option, and the practices used for managing olive oil waste will be identified at the end of this exercise. Once identified a series of eligibility criteria will be drawn in close collaboration with the various stakeholders enabling to select the most suitable facilities in the three countries to implement the identified recommendations and install what is so called pilot facilities. The criteria should include but not limit to the followings: 1) geographical area, 2) the accessibility to public, 3) actual process used, etc. Such pilot facilities constitute practical means and visual tools to achieve the targets or mandates of the proposed Memorandums of Understanding (Section 1.6). The selection of pilot projects will be undertaken by the steering committee based on set criteria. The steering committee of each country will decide on the ownership of the pilot projects in a justified way enabling to guarantee its sustainability. The project will draw the operational and maintenance costs of each pilot project. Accordingly, the fees collected from olive oil producers
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Description who are using those facilities will recover those costs. Furthermore, the pilot projects will be accessible to interested institutions or researchers to conduct specific studies and research. All of the modernized ones are private owned and using them for demonstration purposes is not going to be easy. The wisdom behind this approach is to introduce the CP process for olive pressing as main tool to reduce the quantities and enhance the quality of waste enabling its final treatment to cost effective.

Methodology Change & Redefinition Approach of the project field activities

The methodology used to select the pilot project was as follows: The national steering committee discussed several options for the pilot project and recommended a waste treatment plant as a pilot plant. The stakeholders recommended a waste treatment plant during a series of training workshops which were held in June (Wed. 20th, Thurs. 21st, Sun. 24th, Tues. 26th, and Thurs. 28th ) 2007. Letter was sent by the Ministry of Environment to JUST, and an official approval was received on 23rd May 2007 from the university, expressing their willingness to host the pilot plant. A Memorandum of Understanding will be signed between the Ministry of Environment and JUST. The plant will be used for national capacity building in management of olive mills waste, and a teaching tools by introducing cleaner production options, prevention, control and treatment measures in olive oil industries to enhance the understanding of the operational parameters and problems associated with the olive oil waste water treatment plant. The recommended CP and treatment options will be implemented.

Resources Reuse

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Terms of Reference Project Title Project number Post Title Location 1. BACKGROUND 1.1. The context: Lebanon, Syria and Jordan rely heavily on olive and olive oil production for local consumption as well as for export. However, olive oil production in these countries is a polluting industry, which contributes to the degradation of water quality and agricultural lands due to the discharge of waste effluents (pomace and vegetation water) in rivers, water bodies and land without prior treatment. In response to these challenges, UNDP and the Ministry of Environment of Lebanon with the financial support of the European Commission and in close collaboration with the concerned national institutions in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan are implementing a project titled the Integrated Management for the Olive Oil production wastes in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan. 1.2. The Projects aim The present project aims at introducing an integrated waste management system to the olive oil industry in the participating countries by building relevant expertise, setting standards, limits and introducing cleaner production options, in addition to prevention measures, control and treatment options along with a monitoring strategy and awareness activities to present the projects achievements and improve on the olive oil production. Therefore, introducing an integrated olive oil waste management scheme leads to the fulfillment of environmental directives stipulated in several regional and international agreements signed by Lebanon, Syria an Jordan, and promoting sustainable development and growth. Lebanon, Syria and Jordan constitute a typical example for such regional project for the regulation and control of pollution incurred by olive oil production due to their geographical setting creating a physical continuum, their common environmental : : : : Integrated Management of Olive Oil production Wastes In Lebanon, Syria and Jordan- IMOOPW 00040084 Cleaner Production Expert RAC/CP& Olive Oil Waste Expert RAC/CP Beirut- Lebanon

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situation in handling olive oil production waste, and their common views in raising awareness of the magnitude and seriousness of the actual environmental problem. Differences, in environmental legislation and regulations beside those differences related to knowledge of existing cleaner technologies in olive oil pressing and research accomplished in this field, opens great opportunities for exchange of knowledge and know how between the three countries participants in the project. 1.3. Projects activities To meet the projects aim and targeted goals it is essential to undertake the following headline activities: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Database development; Introduction of cleaner production options, prevention measures, control and treatment options to the olive oil production sector (including training activities and demonstration actions); Setting standards and limits relevant to the olive oil industry effluents and developing and implementing an efficient monitoring strategy; Undertaking technical, financial and economic analysis to identify incentives relating to proposed environmental quality standards and compliance strategy; Implementing institutional strengthening and capacity building programmes.

2. SCOPE OF REQUESTED WORK 2.1. Objectives There are several objectives of the project, which focus on introducing cleaner production options, prevention and control measures, development of standards and discharge limits, setting monitoring strategy, and conducting awareness activities and workshops in addition to training of Trainers. In this context, several activities should be conducted by qualified International Expert to achieve such objectives, in particular Cleaner Production Expert & Olive Oil Waste Expert. First visit of the two experts to the Region should be done to discuss logistics, and plan future tasks and data requirements relating to pilot projects, and participate in the evaluation and recommendation of cleaner production, prevention measures and control & treatment sessions and associated training sessions. Other visits to each participating country will take place to review the preparatory baseline situation and assist in the design and planning of the Demonstration Pilot plants. Experts will be involved during their further visits in setting standards and limits relevant to olive oil industry effluents in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan. After performing around 16 (sixteen) field visits in the 3 participating countries, the experts will finally wrap-up their final report and logistics of the regional meeting, which will take place in Spain. 2.2. Requested Services & Deliverables: Under the full supervision of the Regional Coordinator, the National Project Managers, and the Ministries of Environment in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan, the consultant will be responsible for the overall execution of the project component related to the present

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Terms of Reference (ToRs). Specific Tasks and related deliverables should include the following:

2.2.1 Cleaner Production Expert Requested Services 1. In collaboration with the environmental audit team, the environmental expert, the financial analyst, the olive oil expert and the olive oil waste expert, evaluate the different olive pressing techniques from an environmental point of view. 2. In collaboration with the environmental expert identify, evaluate, and develop environmental guidelines for the construction and commissioning of olive pressing industries, control & treatment technologies, and cleaner production options for the olive oil production wastes. 3. In collaboration with the environmental audit team and environmental expert, set the criteria for establishing the pilot project and determining the cleaner production options to be adopted. 4. Develop training materials and participate in at least 3 national training workshops for olive mills operators and owners for awareness rising about cleaner production alternatives in the olive oil sector. 5. Participate in setting the tender document for the pilot plants according to international standards and the adopted cleaner production options. 6. Prepare for the regional workshop on cleaner production in the olive oil production sector in RAC/CP- Spain. Deliverables 1. A report related to the evaluation of the different olive pressing techniques.

2. A report related to the development of environmental guidelines for the construction and commissioning of olive pressing industries with cleaner production options.

3. Draft the criteria for establishing the pilot project and adopted Cleaner production options.

4. Training material about cleaner production options in the olive oil production sector.

5. Tender document for the pilot plants.

6. Agenda and material of the regional workshop and An evaluation report at the end of the workshop.

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Requested Services 1. In collaboration with the environmental audit team and the environmental expert work on: a. The characterization and quantification of wastes and emissions produced in olive oil processing according to the specific extraction techniques and local practices adopted in the facility(ies); b. Review the results of the analyses of wastes and emissions to identify pollutant levels. c. Establish the factors determining wastes and emissions fluctuations. d. Determine/ estimate pollution loads incurred by olive oil production at the national level. e. Identify the various impacts resulted from the daily practices of olive oil pressing on the environment. 2. In collaboration with the environmental audit team, the environmental expert, the financial analyst, the olive oil expert and the cleaner production expert, evaluate the different olive pressing techniques from an environmental point of view. 3. In collaboration with the environmental audit team, the environmental expert, the olive oil expert and the cleaner production expert identify, evaluate, and develop control & treatment technologies for the olive oil production wastes. 4. Develop training materials and participate in at least 3 national training workshops for olive mills operators and owners for awareness rising about waste management options in the olive oil sector. 5. In collaboration with the environmental expert set standards and limits relevant to

Deliverables 1. A report related to the analyses mentioned in a), b), c), d) and e).

2. A report related to the evaluation of the different olive pressing techniques.

3. A report about cleaner production technologies for the olive oil production wastes.

4. Training material related to waste management in the olive oil production sector..

5. A report about the set standards.

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the olive oil industry liquid effluents and solid wastes. 6. In collaboration with the environmental expert set a monitoring strategy to be adopted by the relevant ministries and/ or local authorities in controlling/ regulating olive oil production. 7. Participate in setting the tender document for the pilot plants according to international standards and the adopted cleaner production options. 8. Prepare for the regional workshop on cleaner production in the olive oil production sector in RAC/CPSpain. 2.4. Experts Profile

6. A report about the monitoring strategy

7. Tender document for the pilot plants.

8. Agenda and material of the regional workshop and An evaluation report at the end of the workshop.

2.4.1 Cleaner Production Expert Profile At least M.Sc. (with at least 5 years experience) in the field of environmental engineering/ environmental sciences/ environmental technology/ environmental policy, management or cleaner production options. At least 3 years experience in the olive oil production field and cleaner production. Good experience in two or more of the following areas: environmental analysis and monitoring, environmental technologies and treatment methods, environmental management, cleaner production and waste management, Good experience in setting environmental guidelines in industrial sectors. Good oral and written English. 2.4.2 Olive Oil Waste Expert Profile At least M.Sc. (with at least 5 years experience) in the field of environmental engineering/ environmental sciences/ environmental policy, management or waste management. At least 3 years experience in the olive oil production field and waste management. Good experience in two or more of the following areas: environmental analysis and monitoring, environmental technologies and treatment methods, environmental management, and waste management. Good experience in standardization and the adoption of environmental standards and guidelines. Good oral and written English. 2.5. Duration The expatriate staff namely, the Cleaner Production Expert and the Olive Oil Waste Expert will contribute to the project for a total of 8 m/m (eight man-months), where 4

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months should be covered by the Cleaner production Expert and 4 months to be covered by the Olive Oil Waste Expert. In addition, and after a thorough analysis of the technical assistance needed, 16 (sixteen) visits have been re-allocated to allow for appropriate number of field visits between Europe and the project area. Schedule of visits will be agreed upon acceptance of the present ToRs and signature of letter of commitment and availability documents. If delays occur without mutual and prior agreement for changing ToRs conditions, IMOOPW team reserves its right to discuss with RAC/CP the possibility to replace the experts. 3. TERMS OF PAYMENT The consultant is obliged to fill and sign time sheets as per a specific format adopted in EU projects and submit them monthly to the Regional Coordinator. Payments will be made upon satisfactory completion of the tasks and approval of deliverables by the Regional Coordinator, project managers and Ministries of Environment in Lebanon, Syria & Jordan. Payments of per diems for the experts will be performed according to the EU list of per diems for each specific country, on the day of payment. 4. REPORTING The work of the Consultant will be coordinated and monitored by IMOOPW Regional Coordinator, National Project Managers and the Ministries of Environment in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan. - All official correspondences (letters, reports) must be addressed to the Regional Coordinator who will forward it to the three ministries of environment. - All deliverables should be handed out in 4 hard copies as well as a soft copy and a PDF format for web publishing. - All documents should be submitted in English. - At the end of the mission, deliverables should be approved by the Directorates General at the Ministries of Environment in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan, IMOOPW RC, NPMs and UNDP-Beirut. 5. BACK-STOPPING RAC/CP is the party responsible for backstopping and supporting its experts in the field in compliance with the articles of these ToRs. The contracting party might address RAC/CP for any issues related to the quality of work and hold it responsible to adjust any deviations to further fulfill ToRs obligations. Any changes to these ToRs could be set by mutual agreement between parties if deemed necessary.

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Request for Proposal (RFP) Project No: 00045126 Integrated Waste Management for the Olive Oil Pressing Industries in Lebanon, Syria & Jordan Date: Dear Sir/Madam, Subject: RFP for the provision of a Pilot Plant for the Treatment of Olive Mill Wastewater (OMWW). 1. You are requested to submit a proposal for [A Pilot Plant for the Treatment of Olive Mill Wastewater] services, as per enclosed Terms of Reference (TOR). 2. To enable you to submit a proposal, attached are: Annex I.........................................................................................................................153 Instructions to Offerors.................................................................................................153 Submission of Proposals..............................................................................................157 Opening and Evaluation of Proposals...........................................................................161 Award of Contract.........................................................................................................167 General Conditions of Contract.....................................................................................168 Annex III.......................................................................................................................174 Terms of Reference (TOR)...........................................................................................174 Annex IV.......................................................................................................................182 Proposal Submission Form...........................................................................................182 Price Schedule.............................................................................................................183 Annex VI.......................................................................................................................185 Bid Bond Form..............................................................................................................185 3. Your offer comprising The Proposal submission form (Bid Form), The Operational and Technical part of the proposal (The Technical Bid), The Commercial Bid including the Price schedule and The Proposal Security (Bid Bond and Guarantee), in separate sealed envelopes, should reach the following address no later than [28th April 2008, 13:00 Jordan Local Time] UNITED NATION DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM P.O.BOX: 941631 Amman 11194 JORDAN Attention: FRANJIEH, Camille Mr. Operations Associate 18 / March /2008

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Telephone number: 00 962 6 5668171 Telefax number: 00 962 6 5676582 4. If you request additional information, we would endeavor to provide information expeditiously, but any delay in providing such information will not be considered a reason for extending the submission date of your proposal. 5. You are requested to acknowledge receipt of this letter and to indicate whether or not you intend to submit a proposal.

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ANNEX I INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

1. INTRODUCTION

GENERAL Lebanon, Syria and Jordan rely heavily on olive and olive oil production for local consumption as well as for export. However, olive oil production in these countries is a polluting industry, which contributes to the degradation of water quality and agricultural lands due to the discharge of waste effluents (pomace and vegetation water) in rivers, water bodies and land without prior treatment. In response to these challenges, UNDP and the Ministry of Environment of Lebanon with the financial support of the European Commission and in close collaboration with the concerned governments institutions in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan will implement a project entitled the Integrated Waste Management for the Olive Oil Pressing Industries in Lebanon, Syria and Jordan. The present project aims at introducing an integrated waste management system to the olive oil industry in the participating countries by building relevant expertise, setting Standards, limits and introducing cleaner production options, in addition to prevention measures, control and treatment options along with a monitoring strategy and awareness activities to present the projects achievements and improve the olive oil production. Therefore, introducing an integrated olive oil waste management scheme leads to the fulfillment of environmental directives stipulated in several regional and international agreements signed by Lebanon, Syria an Jordan, and promoting indirectly sustainable development and growth. Lebanon, Syria and Jordan constitute a typical example for such regional project for the regulation and control of pollution incurred by olive oil production due to their geographical setting creating a physical continuum, their common environmental situation in handling olive oil production waste, and their common views in raising awareness of the magnitude and seriousness of the actual environmental problem. Differences, in environmental legislation and regulations beside those differences related to knowledge of existing cleaner technologies in olive oil pressing and research accomplished in this field, opens great opportunities for exchange of knowledge and know how between the three countries participants in the project. PURPOSE OF RFP UNDP-Jordan Invites Bids from reputed suppliers to supply the Olive Mill Waste Water Treatment Pilot plant with a capacity of 3-5 m3/day (CMD) and supervision of erection, training & commissioning as mentioned in the Terms of Reference (ToR). Bidders are requested to study the Tender Documents carefully and submit their offers in accordance with the conditions stipulated therein to the UNDP address on or before 13:00 HRS Jordan Local Time 6 April 2008.

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2. COST OF PROPOSAL The Offeror shall bear all costs associated with the preparation and submission of the Proposal, the UNDP will in any case be responsible or liable for those costs, regardless of the conduct or outcome of the solicitation.

B. SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS

4.1.CONTENTS OF SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS Proposals must offer services for the total requirement. Proposals offering only part of the requirement will be rejected. The Offeror is expected to examine all corresponding instructions, forms, terms and specifications contained in the Solicitation Documents. Failure to comply with these documents will be at the Offerors risk and may affect the evaluation of the Proposal. 4.2.CLARIFICATION OF SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS A prospective Offeror requiring any clarification of the Solicitation Documents may notify the procuring UNDP entity in writing at the organization's mailing address or fax number indicated in the RFP. The procuring UNDP entity will respond in writing to any request for clarification of the Solicitation Documents that it receives earlier than two weeks prior to the deadline for the submission of Proposals. Written copies of the organization's response (including an explanation of the query but without identifying the source of inquiry) will be sent to all prospective Offerors that has received the Solicitation Documents.

4.3.AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATION DOCUMENTS At any time prior to the deadline for submission of Proposals, the procuring UNDP entity may, for any reason, whether at its own initiative or in response to a clarification requested by a prospective Offeror, modify the Solicitation Documents by amendment. All prospective Offerors that have received the Solicitation Documents will be notified in writing of all amendments to the Solicitation Documents. In order to afford prospective Offerors reasonable time in which to take the amendments into account in preparing their offers, the procuring UNDP entity may, at its discretion, extend the deadline for the submission of Proposals.

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PREPARATION OF PROPOSALS

4.4.LANGUAGE OF THE PROPOSAL All Bid data, Figures, manuals, drawings, etc. must be written in the English language and shown in metric system. 4.5. 4.6.DOCUMENTS COMPRISING THE PROPOSAL The Proposal shall comprise the following components: a) Proposal submission form (Bid Form); b) Operational and Technical part of the proposal (The Technical Bid); including documentation to demonstrate that the Offeror meets all requirements; c) The Commercial Bid including the Price schedule, completed in accordance with clauses 8 and 9; d) Proposal Security (Bid Bond and Guarantee). 4.7. PROPOSAL FORM

The offeror shall structure the operational and technical part of its Proposal as follows:
4.8.MANAGEMENT PLAN This section should provide corporate orientation to include the year and state/country of incorporation and a brief description of the Offerors present activities. It should focus on services related to the Proposal. This section should also describe the organizational unit(s) that will become responsible for the contract, and the general management approach towards a project of this kind. The Offeror should comment on its experience in similar projects and identify the person(s) representing the Offeror in any future dealing with the procuring UNDP entity. 4.9. RESOURCE PLAN This should fully explain the Offerors resources in terms of personnel and facilities necessary for the performance of this requirement.

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This section should demonstrate the Offerors responsiveness to the specification by identifying the specific components proposed, addressing the requirements, as specified, point by point; providing a detailed description of the essential performance characteristics proposed warranty; and demonstrating how the proposed methodology meets or exceeds the specifications. The operational and technical part of the Proposal should not contain any pricing information whatsoever on the services offered. Pricing information shall be separated and only contained in the appropriate Price Schedules. It is mandatory that the Offerors Proposal numbering system corresponds with the numbering system used in the body of this RFP. All references to descriptive material and brochures should be included in the appropriate response paragraph, though material/documents themselves may be provided as annexes to the Proposal/response. Information which the Offeror considers proprietary, if any, should be dearly marked proprietary next to the relevant part of the text and it will then be treated as such accordingly. 4.11.PROPOSAL PRICES The Offeror shall indicate on an appropriate Price Schedule, an example of which is contained in these Solicitation Documents, the prices of services it proposes to supply under the contract.

4.12.PROPOSAL CURRENCIES All prices shall be quoted in US dollars or any convertible currency.

4.13.PERIOD OF VALIDITY OF PROPOSALS Proposals shall remain valid for sixty (60) days after the date of Proposal submission prescribed by the procuring UNDP entity, pursuant to the deadline clause. A Proposal valid for a shorter period may be rejected by the procuring UNDP entity on the grounds that it is nonresponsive. In exceptional circumstances, the procuring UNDP entity may solicit the Offerors consent to an extension of the period of validity. The request and the responses thereto shall be made in writing. An Offeror granting the request will not be required nor permitted to modify its Proposal.

4.14.FORMAT AND SIGNING OF PROPOSALS The Offeror shall prepare one original and two copies of the Proposal, clearly marking each Original Proposal and Copy of Proposal as appropriate. In the event of any discrepancy between them, the original shall govern.

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The three copies of the Proposal shall be typed or written in indelible ink and shall be signed by the Offeror or a person or persons duly authorized to bind the Offeror to the contract. The latter authorization shall be indicated by written power-of-attorney accompanying the Proposal. A Proposal shall contain no interlineations, erasures, or overwriting except, as necessary to correct errors made by the Offeror, in which case such corrections shall be initialed by the person or persons signing the Proposal. 4.15. PAYMENT

Payment will be by an irrevocable letter of credit (L/C) as follows: (10%) of the contract price against construction documents and detailed engineering of the pilot plant after approval by the employer. (40%) of the contract price upon the receipt of the duly approved shipping documents in conformity with letter of credit (L/C) terms. (30%) of the contract price upon completion of erection, testing, training of the employer personnel & commissioning of the pilot plant works and/or issuing the Taking Over Certificate and submission of a mechanical guarantee/ warranty to the value 10% of the contract price valid for duration of warranty period. (20%) of the contract price after passing a one week performance test at full performance capacity without stop.

Letter of credit confirmation, amendments and extensions costs outside Jordan are to the Bidder's account.

SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS

4.16.SEALING AND MARKING OF PROPOSALS

4.17.(A) THE OFFEROR SHALL SEAL THE PROPOSAL IN ONE OUTER ENVELOPE AND FOUR INNER ENVELOPS, AS DETAILED BELOW. The outer envelope shall be: Addressed to UNITED NATION DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM P.O.BOX: 941631 Amman 11194 JORDAN And this information must be clearly identified at all documents & supplied goods. RFP: Services for the provision of a Pilot Plant for the Treatment of Olive Mill Wastewater (OMWW)

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4.18.(B) FOUR INNER ENVELOPS: THE FIRST ONE CONTAINED THE PROPOSAL SUBMISSION FORM, THE SECOND ONE THE TECHNICAL BID, THE THIRD ONE THE COMMERCIAL BID & THE TIME SCHEDULE AND THE FOURTH THE BID BOND AND THE GUARANTEE The Proposal Submission Form:

In triplicate, as follows in Annex IV. The Technical Bid:

This offer shall be submitted in triplicate and include (but not limited to) the followings: * Description of goods and services. * The concept principles and steps of all equipment used and the % removal efficiencies of each step. * Itemized quantities of goods to be supplied under the contract. * General arrangement drawings for all parts. * List of Suppliers for all components * Offer validity * Country of origin for all parts * Conditions of Contract * Time schedule for delivery and erection supervision. * Any deviation to Tender requirement. * Basic Calculations, codes and standards * Spare part list for two years operation. * Shipping point & port of embarkation. * Shipping weight and dimensions. * Name and address of main producer. * Printed literatures. * Full statement of guarantees for materials and workmanship performance during the specified period. * References and other supporting documentation. * The operation costs included but not limited to: consumables, chemicals, fuels, electrical power consumption (kWh/m3 OMWW treated), manpower (skilled and unskilled labours), and maintenance of the system, expressed as USD/m3 OMWW treated Required manpower (skilled and unskilled labors). * Required Tools and Vehicles * Site preparation * All other information except prices. The Commercial Bid &The price Schedule:

The price Schedule shall include (but not limited to) the prices in accordance with the bid form and price schedule presented in Annex V completely filled and signed. The commercial bid must be submitted in triplicate showing the prices only as follows: Prices: DDP at Irbid-Jordan University of Science and Technology (Camp site about 90 km North of Amman), indicating the unit and total prices (only total price is not accepted). Supervision daily rate for one supervisor and training cost, accommodation and traveling cost not included.

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The price of spare parts. Prices must remain fixed and valid for (60) days from the closing date. The unit price prevails in case of an error in the total price. The Bid should be submitted from the manufacturer directly through his local agent if any. The Bid envelop must be legibly marked with the name of the Bidder, his address, invitation for Tender number and the closing date of the invitation for Tender. Bid Bonds The Bidder must submit a Bid Bond (in the form of a bank guarantee or a certified cheque issued by a (BANK LOCATED IN JORDAN OR CONFIRMED THEREFROM) for an amount of (10,000 USD) and to be valid for the same period of the Tender validity, that must be (60) days from the invitation for Tender closing date. The bid bond must be unconditional, extendable, and payable at request without any judicial proceeding or material warning. The UNDP reserves the right to confiscate the bid bond if the bid is withdrawn by the Bidder or if the performance bond was not submitted to the company after the award of the Tender within the required time period. Proposal Security (Bid Bonds and Guarantees):

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Performance Bond The successful Bidder must submit a performance bond in the form of bank guarantee within (14) days from the date of Contract Award, the bond must be issued by or confirmed from a bank located in Jordan, the bond is of at least (10%) of the Contract award value. The bond must remain valid until final commissioning and submitting of guarantee bond. The bond must be extendable and can be confiscated without any judicial proceedings or material warnings. The Performance Security Bond shall be denominated in the currency of the Contract or in freely convertible currency acceptable to the Owner, and shall be in one of the following forms: A Bank Guarantee or irrevocable letter of Credit, issued by a Bank located in the Owners country acceptable to the Owner, and in the form provided in the Tender Documents or another form acceptable to the Owner, or A Cashiers cheque certified or cash. Liquidated Damages Excluding the force majors approved by the UNDP-MoEnv. if the Bidder fails to deliver the goods within the period specified in the contract, the Bidder shall be liable to pay a liquidated damages of (1%) of the contract price per week or any part thereof of late delivery for the lately delivered items up to (10%) of the whole contract value and this liquidated damages will be deducted from due payments or submitted quarantine. Guarantee Bond The successful Bidder must submit a guarantee bond for the goods and works in the form of Bank Guarantee and this Bond must be issued by or confirmed from a bank located in Jordan in the amount equal to (5%) of the contract value. The guarantee bond should remain valid for Two years starting from the date of Taking Over Certificate.

Alternative Proposal

Any Bidder wishing to offer an alternative design, components, dimensions, types and material for any of the materials and supplies specified in the Technical Specifications may submit an alternative proposal, which will be taken into account, provided that it demonstrates to the Owner satisfaction that the proposed material is substantially equivalent or superior to those in the Technical Specifications; suitable and adequate for the duties specified or implied. The alternative proposal must be furnished with complete information as mentioned in clause no. (1) which include in addition to costs and prices a full description of material, specifications, data... etc. Note, if the inner envelopes are not sealed and marked as per the instructions in this clausule the procuring UNDP entity will not assume responsibility for the proposals misplacement or premature opening.

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4.19.DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS Proposals must be received by the procuring UNDP entity at the address specified under clause Sealing and marking of Proposals no later than 6 April 2008 /13:00, Jordan local time.. The procuring UNDP entity may, at its own discretion extend this deadline for the submission of Proposals by amending the solicitation documents in accordance with clause Amendments of Solicitation Documents, in which case all rights and obligations of the procuring UNDP entity and Offerors previously subject to the deadline will thereafter be subject to the deadline as extended. 4.20.LATE PROPOSALS Any Proposal received by the procuring UNDP entity after the deadline for submission of proposals, pursuant to clause Deadline for the submission of proposals, will be rejected. 4.21.MODIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL OF PROPOSALS The Offeror may withdraw its Proposal after the Proposals submission, provided that written notice of the withdrawal is received by the procuring UNDP entity prior to the deadline prescribed for submission of Proposals. The Offerors withdrawal notice shall be prepared, sealed, marked, and dispatched in accordance with the provisions of clause Deadline for Submission of Proposals. The withdrawal notice may also be sent by telex or fax but followed by a signed confirmation copy. No Proposal may be modified subsequent to the deadline for submission of proposals. No Proposal may be withdrawn in the Interval between the deadline for submission of proposals and the expiration of the period of proposal validity specified by the Offeror on the Proposal Submission Form.

OPENING AND EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS

4.22.OPENING OF PROPOSALS The procuring entity will open the Proposals in the presence of a Committee formed by the Head of the procuring UNDP entity. 4.23.CLARIFICATION OF PROPOSALS To assist in the examination, evaluation and comparison of Proposals, the Purchaser may at its discretion, ask the Offeror for clarification of its Proposal. The request for clarification and

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the response shall be in writing and no change in price or substance of the Proposal shall be sought, offered or permitted.

4.24.PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION The Purchaser will examine the Proposals to determine whether they are complete, whether any computational errors have been made, whether the documents have been properly signed, and whether the Proposals are generally in order. Arithmetical errors will be rectified on the following basis: If there is a discrepancy between the unit price and the total price that is obtained by multiplying the unit price and quantity, the unit price shall prevail and the total price shall be corrected. If the Offeror does not accept the correction of errors, its Proposal will be rejected. If there is a discrepancy between words and figures the amount in words will prevail. Prior to the detailed evaluation, the Purchaser will determine the substantial responsiveness of each Proposal to the Request for Proposals (RFP). For purposes of these Clauses, a substantially responsive Proposal is one which conforms to all the terms and conditions of the RFP without material deviations. The Purchasers determination of a Proposals responsiveness is based on the contents of the Proposal itself without recourse to extrinsic evidence. A Proposal determined as not substantially responsive will be rejected by the Purchaser and may not subsequently be made responsive by the Offeror by correction of the non-conformity. 4.25.EVALUATION AND COMPARISON OF PROPOSALS A two-stage procedure is utilized in evaluating the proposals, with evaluation of the technical proposal being completed prior to any price proposal being opened and compared. The price proposal of the Proposals will be opened only for submissions that passed the minimum technical score of 70% of the obtainable score of 1000 points in the evaluation of the technical proposals. The technical proposal is evaluated on the basis of its responsiveness to the Term of Reference (TOR). In the Second Stage, the price proposal of all contractors, who have attained minimum 70% score in the technical evaluation, will be opened and the price of each technical mark will be calculated by dividing the price over the technical scores for each proposal, as shown in the following formula: Cmark = Cproposal/Tscore where, Cmark is the cost (in US Dollars) for each technical mark, Cproposal is the total cost of the proposal (in US Dollars) Tscore is the total number of scores of the proposal (out of 1000 points) The contract will be awarded to the Contractor offering the lowest Cmark.

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Technical Evaluation Criteria Summary of Technical Proposal Score Evaluation Forms Weight 1. Expertise of Firm / Organisation submitting Proposal 30% 2. 3. Proposed Approach Personnel Total Work Plan and 50% 20% Points Obtainable 300 500 200 1000 Company / Other Entity A B C D

Evaluation forms for technical proposals follow on the next two pages. The obtainable number of points specified for each evaluation criterion indicates the relative significance or weight of the item in the overall evaluation process. The Technical Proposal Evaluation Forms are: Form 1: Expertise of Firm / Organisation Submitting Proposal Form 2: Proposed Work Plan and Approach Form 3: Personnel Note: The score weights and points obtainable in the evaluation sheet are tentative and should be changed depending on the need or major attributes of technical proposal. Technical Proposal Evaluation Form 1 Expertise of firm / organisation submitting proposal 1.1 1.2 1.3 Reputation of Organisation (Competence / Reliability) Litigation and Arbitration history and Staff 45 15 Points obtainable Company / Other Entity A B C D E

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1.5 1.6

General Organisational Capability which is 50 likely to affect implementation (i.e. loose consortium, holding company or one firm, size of the firm / organisation, strength of project management support e.g. project financing capacity and project management controls) Extent to which any work would be 15 subcontracted (subcontracting carries additional risks which may affect project implementation, but properly done it offers a chance to access specialised skills. Quality assurance procedures, warranty 25 Relevance of: 163 150

(a) Specialised Knowledge (b) Experience on Similar Programme / Projects (c) Experience on Projects in the Region Work for UNDP/ major multilateral/ or bilateral programmes TOTAL 300

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Technical Proposal Evaluation Form 2 Proposed Work Plan and Approach 2.1 To what degree does the Offeror understand the task? 2.2 Have the important aspects of the task been addressed in sufficient detail? 2.3 Are the different components of the project adequately weighted relative to one another? 2.4 Is the proposal based on a survey of the project environment and was this data input properly used in the preparation of the proposal? 2.5 Is the conceptual framework adopted appropriate for the task? 2.6 Is the scope of task well defined and does it correspond to the ToR? 2.7 Is the presentation clear and is the sequence of activities and the planning logical, realistic and promise efficient implementation to the project? TOTAL

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Technical Proposal Evaluation Form 3 Personnel 3.1 Task Manager SubScore General Qualification suitable for 85 the project - International Experience - Training Experience - Professional Experience in the area of specialization - Knowledge of the region Language Qualifications TOTAL 3.2 Senior Expert SubScore General Qualification Suitable for 60 the project - International Experience - Training Experience - Professional Experience in the area of specialization - Knowledge of the region - Language Qualifications TOTAL 3.3 Junior Expert SubScore General Qualification Suitable for 20 the Project - International Experience - Training Experience - Professional Experience in the area of specialization - Knowledge of the region - Language Qualification TOTAL TOTAL PART 3 5 5 10 0 10 30 5 10 40 5 10 70 10 20 45 10 15 100

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AWARD OF CONTRACT

4.26.AWARD CRITERIA, AWARD OF CONTRACT The procuring UNDP entity reserves the right to accept or reject any Proposal, and to annul the solicitation process and reject all Proposals at any time prior to award of contract, without thereby incurring any liability to the affected Offeror or any obligation to inform the affected Offeror or Offerors of the grounds for the Purchasers action. Prior to expiration of the period of proposal validity, the procuring UNDP entity will award the contract to the qualified Offeror whose Proposal after being evaluated is considered to be the most responsive to the needs of the organization and activity concerned. 4.27.PURCHASERS RIGHT TO VARY REQUIREMENTS AT TIME OF AWARD

The Purchaser reserves the right at the time of award of contract to vary the quantity of services and goods specified in the RFP without any change in price or other terms and conditions.

4.28.SIGNING OF THE CONTRACT Within 30 days of receipt of the contract the successful Offeror shall sign and date the contract and return it to the Purchaser.

4.29.PERFORMANCE SECURITY Within 30 days of the receipt of the Contract from the Purchaser, the successful Offeror shall provide the performance security on the Performance Security Form provided in the Solicitation Documents and in accordance with the Special Conditions of Contract. Failure of the successful Offeror to comply with the requirement of Clause 24 or Clause 25 shall constitute sufficient grounds for the annulment of the award and forfeiture of the Proposal security if any, in which event the Purchaser may make the award to the next lowest evaluated Offeror or call for new Proposals.

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Annex II GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT 1. LEGAL STATUS The Contractor shall be considered as having the legal status of an independent contractor vis-vis UNDP. The Contractor's personnel and sub-contractors shall not be considered in any respect as being the employees or agents of UNDP or the United Nations. 2. SOURCE OF INSTRUCTIONS The Contractor shall neither seek nor accept instructions from any authority external to UNDP in connection with the performance of its services under this Contract. The Contractor shall refrain from any action which may adversely affect UNDP or the United Nations and shall fulfill its commitments with the fullest regard to the interests of UNDP. 3. CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR EMPLOYEES The Contractor shall be responsible for the professional and technical competence of its employees and will select, for work under this Contract, reliable individuals who will perform effectively in the implementation of this Contract, respect the local customs, and conform to a high standard of moral and ethical conduct. 4. ASSIGNMENT The Contractor shall not assign, transfer, pledge or make other disposition of this Contract or any part thereof, or any of the Contractor's rights, claims or obligations under this Contract except with the prior written consent of UNDP. 5. SUB-CONTRACTING In the event the Contractor requires the services of sub-contractors, the Contractor shall obtain the prior written approval and clearance of UNDP for all sub-contractors. The approval of UNDP of a sub-contractor shall not relieve the Contractor of any of its obligations under this Contract. The terms of any sub-contract shall be subject to and conform with the provisions of this Contract. 6. OFFICIALS NOT TO BENEFIT The Contractor warrants that no official of UNDP or the United Nations has received or will be offered by the Contractor any direct or indirect benefit arising from this Contract or the award thereof. The Contractor agrees that breach of this provision is a breach of an essential term of this Contract. 7. INDEMNIFICATION The Contractor shall indemnify, hold and save harmless, and defend, at its own expense, UNDP, its officials, agents, servants and employees from and against all suits, claims,

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demands, and liability of any nature or kind, including their costs and expenses, arising out of acts or omissions of the Contractor, or the Contractor's employees, officers, agents or subcontractors, in the performance of this Contract. This provision shall extend, inter alia, to claims and liability in the nature of workmen's compensation, products liability and liability arising out of the use of patented inventions or devices, copyrighted material or other intellectual property by the Contractor, its employees, officers, agents, servants or subcontractors. The obligations under this Article do not lapse upon termination of this Contract. 8. INSURANCE AND LIABILITIES TO THIRD PARTIES 8.1 The Contractor shall provide and thereafter maintain insurance against all risks in respect of its property and any equipment used for the execution of this Contract. 8.2 The Contractor shall provide and thereafter maintain all appropriate workmen's compensation insurance, or its equivalent, with respect to its employees to cover claims for personal injury or death in connection with this Contract. 8.3 The Contractor shall also provide and thereafter maintain liability insurance in an adequate amount to cover third party claims for death or bodily injury, or loss of or damage to property, arising from or in connection with the provision of services under this Contract or the operation of any vehicles, boats, airplanes or other equipment owned or leased by the Contractor or its agents, servants, employees or sub-contractors performing work or services in connection with this Contract. 8.4 Except for the workmen's compensation insurance, the insurance policies under this Article shall: i. Name UNDP as additional insured; ii. Include a waiver of subrogation of the Contractor's rights to the insurance carrier against UNDP; iii. Provide that UNDP shall receive thirty (30) days written notice from the insurers prior to any cancellation or change of coverage. 8.5 The Contractor shall, upon request, provide UNDP with satisfactory evidence of the insurance required under this Article. 9. ENCUMBRANCES/LIENS The Contractor shall not cause or permit any lien, attachment or other encumbrance by any person to be placed on file or to remain on file in any public office or on file with UNDP against any monies due or to become due for any work done or materials furnished under this Contract, or by reason of any other claim or demand against the Contractor. 10. TITLE TO EQUIPMENT Title to any equipment and supplies that may be furnished by UNDP shall rest with UNDP and any such equipment shall be returned to UNDP at the conclusion of this Contract or when no longer needed by the Contractor. Such equipment, when returned to UNDP, shall be in the same condition as when delivered to the Contractor, subject to normal wear and tear. The Contractor shall be liable to compensate UNDP for equipment determined to be damaged or degraded beyond normal wear and tear. 11. COPYRIGHT, PATENTS AND OTHER PROPRIETARY RIGHTS UNDP shall be entitled to all intellectual property and other proprietary rights including but not limited to patents, copyrights, and trademarks, with regard to products, or documents and

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other materials which bear a direct relation to or are produced or prepared or collected in consequence of or in the course of the execution of this Contract. At the UNDP's request, the Contractor shall take all necessary steps, execute all necessary documents and generally assist in securing such proprietary rights and transferring them to UNDP in compliance with the requirements of the applicable law. 12. USE OF NAME, EMBLEM OR OFFICIAL SEAL OF UNDP OR THE UNITED NATIONS The Contractor shall not advertise or otherwise make public the fact that it is a Contractor with UNDP, nor shall the Contractor, in any manner whatsoever use the name, emblem or official seal of UNDP or the United Nations, or any abbreviation of the name of UNDP or the United Nations in connection with its business or otherwise. 13. CONFIDENTIAL NATURE OF DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION 13.1 All maps, drawings, photographs, mosaics, plans, reports, recommendations, estimates, documents and all other data compiled by or received by the Contractor under this Contract shall be the property of UNDP, shall be treated as confidential and shall be delivered only to UNDP authorized officials on completion of work under this Contract. 13.2 The Contractor may not communicate at any time to any other person, Government or authority external to UNDP, any information known to it by reason of its association with UNDP which has not been made public except with the authorization of UNDP; nor shall the Contractor at any time use such information to private advantage. These obligations do not lapse upon termination of this Contract. 14. FORCE MAJEURE; OTHER CHANGES IN CONDITIONS 14.1 Force majeure, as used in this Article, means acts of God, war (whether declared or not), invasion, revolution, insurrection, or other acts of a similar nature or force which are beyond the control of the Parties. 14.2 In the event of and as soon as possible after the occurrence of any cause constituting force majeure, the Contractor shall give notice and full particulars in writing to UNDP, of such occurrence or change if the Contractor is thereby rendered unable, wholly or in part, to perform its obligations and meet its responsibilities under this Contract. The Contractor shall also notify UNDP of any other changes in conditions or the occurrence of any event which interferes or threatens to interfere with its performance of this Contract. The notice shall include steps proposed by the Contractor to be taken including any reasonable alternative means for performance that is not prevented by force majeure. On receipt of the notice required under this Article, UNDP shall take such action as, in its sole discretion, it considers to be appropriate or necessary in the circumstances, including the granting to the Contractor of a reasonable extension of time in which to perform its obligations under this Contract. 14.3 If the Contractor is rendered permanently unable, wholly, or in part, by reason of force majeure to perform its obligations and meet its responsibilities under this Contract, UNDP shall have the right to suspend or terminate this Contract on the same terms and conditions as are provided for in Article 15, "Termination", except that the period of notice shall be seven (7) days instead of thirty (30) days. 15. TERMINATION 15.1 Either party may terminate this Contract for cause, in whole or in part, upon thirty days notice, in writing, to the other party. The initiation of arbitral proceedings in accordance with Article 16 "Settlement of Disputes" below shall not be deemed a termination of this Contract.

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15.2 UNDP reserves the right to terminate without cause this Contract at any time upon 15 days prior written notice to the Contractor, in which case UNDP shall reimburse the Contractor for all reasonable costs incurred by the Contractor prior to receipt of the notice of termination. 15.3 In the event of any termination by UNDP under this Article, no payment shall be due from UNDP to the Contractor except for work and services satisfactorily performed in conformity with the express terms of this Contract. The Contractor shall take immediate steps to terminate the work and services in a prompt and orderly manner and to minimize losses and further expenditures. 15.4 Should the Contractor be adjudged bankrupt, or be liquidated or become insolvent, or should the Contractor make an assignment for the benefit of its creditors, or should a Receiver be appointed on account of the insolvency of the Contractor, UNDP may, without prejudice to any other right or remedy it may have, terminate this Contract forthwith. The Contractor shall immediately inform UNDP of the occurrence of any of the above events. 16. SETTLEMENT OF DISPUTES In the case of dispute between the Owner and the Contractor, the dispute shall be referred to adjudication in accordance with the laws of the Owners country. 17. PRIVILEGES AND IMMUNITIES Nothing in or relating to this Contract shall be deemed a waiver, express or implied, of any of the privileges and immunities of the United Nations, including its subsidiary organs. 18. TAX EXEMPTION 18.1 Section 7 of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations provides, inter-alia, that the United Nations, including its subsidiary organs, is exempt from all direct taxes, except charges for public utility services, and is exempt from customs duties and charges of a similar nature in respect of articles imported or exported for its official use. In the event any governmental authority refuses to recognize the United Nations exemption from such taxes, duties or charges, the Contractor shall immediately consult with UNDP to determine a mutually acceptable procedure. 18.2 Accordingly, the Contractor authorizes UNDP to deduct from the Contractor's invoice any amount representing such taxes, duties or charges, unless the Contractor has consulted with UNDP before the payment thereof and UNDP has, in each instance, specifically authorized the Contractor to pay such taxes, duties or charges under protest. In that event, the Contractor shall provide UNDP with written evidence that payment of such taxes, duties or charges has been made and appropriately authorized. 19. CHILD LABOUR 19.1 The Contractor represents and warrants that neither it, nor any of its suppliers is engaged in any practice inconsistent with the rights set forth in the Convention on the Rights of the Child, including Article 32 thereof, which, inter alia, requires that a child shall be protected from performing any work that is likely to be hazardous or to interfere with the child's education, or to be harmful to the child's health or physical mental, spiritual, moral or social development. 19.2 Any breach of this representation and warranty shall entitle UNDP to terminate this Contract immediately upon notice to the Contractor, at no cost to UNDP. 20. MINES 20.1 Contractor represents and warrants that neither it nor any of its suppliers is actively and directly engaged in patent activities, development, assembly, production, trade or 171

manufacture of mines or in such activities in respect of components primarily utilized in the manufacture of Mines. The term "Mines" means those devices defined in Article 2, Paragraphs 1, 4 and 5 of Protocol II annexed to the Convention on Prohibitions and Restrictions on the Use of Certain Conventional Weapons Which May Be Deemed to Be Excessively Injurious or to Have Indiscriminate Effects of 1980. 20.2 Any breach of this representation and warranty shall entitle UNDP to terminate this Contract immediately upon notice to the Contractor, without any liability for termination charges or any other liability of any kind of UNDP. 21. WITHDRAWALS If the successful Bidder withdrawals his bid, the UNDP reserves the right to apply any or all of the following procedures against the failing Bidder: a. b. Confiscation of the guarantees, or any part thereof. To purchase the goods by the prevailing prices and claiming the price differences against the failing Bidder. c. Disqualifying the Bidder from bidding, supplying or offering services to the company in the future 22. OBSERVANCE OF THE LAW The Contractor shall comply with all laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations bearing upon the performance of its obligations under the terms of this Contract. 23. AUTHORITY TO MODIFY No modification or change in this Contract, no waiver of any of its provisions or any additional contractual relationship of any kind with the Contractor shall be valid and enforceable against UNDP unless provided by an amendment to this Contract signed by the authorized official of UNDP. 24. OTHER ISSUES 24.1 The UNDP Reserves The Right To Disregard Any Bid In The Following Cases: a. The bids offered by fax, telex and telephone. b. The bids arriving later than the closing date. c. The bids which containing ambiguities, not clear enough, that may be interpreted in more than single meaning, or incomplete in describing any item of the goods in the invitation for Tender specifications. 24.2 Cancellations and Partializing Of the Tender:

a. b. c.

The UNDP reserves the right to: Cancellation of the Tender or any part thereof without justifications. Partilizing the Tender and awarding it to more than one Bidder. Increase or decrease the quantities by (15%) at the same offered price rate. 24.3 The UNDP is not bound to award the Tender to the lowest price bid and reserves the right to reject any bid without being liable to offer justifications.

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24.4 In case the Bidder submits bids on behalf of several companies, the Bidder must submit a bank guarantee for each offer. 24.5 The Bidder must indicate the name of his agent in Jordan, if any. 24.6 The Bidder must sign these terms as a sign of acceptance of the terms contained herein, these terms must be enclosed with the technical bid, and this will be a fundamental term without which the bid can not be accepted. 24.7 Bidders are requested to submit a reference list and certificates from the customers used their products during last five years. 24.8 The Bidder shall submit detailed time schedule for supply of the goods and erection works as indicated in the scope of supply. 24.9 The Employer approval of the Contractors detailed engineering shall not relieve the contractor of any of his responsible under the contract.

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ANNEX III TERMS OF REFERENCE (TOR)

The Bidder is requested to supply and erection supervision of the Complete set of Olive Oil Effluent Waste Treatment Pilot Plant including but not limited to the following components and its specifications: 1. General Pilot Plant specification Handling Material Handling Capacity Control and utility building Basins or Storage tank Construction and Civil works Surface available for the treatment plant 2. Olive Oil Mills Effluent Characteristics Parameter COD [mg/l] BOD [mg/l] TSS [mg/l] VSS [mg/l] TKN [mg/l] NH3-N [mg/l] TP [mg/l] Fat & Oil [mg/l] Phenol [mg/l] TDS [mg/l] Turbidity [NTU] pH Average 141355 24425 37479 35886 918 ? 208 3373 1201 46333 ? 5.25 Plant Influent Maximum 278222 82775 111900 106500 1793 ? 438 15444 2118 110417 ? 7.2 Jordan Standard 202/2004 Effluent Requirement 500 300 150 ---70 ? 30 80 0.002 2000 <10 6-9 : : : : : : Olive Oil Mills Effluent 3-5 m3 / day (CMD) 30 m2 100 m3 Included in the offer 3,000 m2

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Standards and Codes

Construction and inspection of equipment shall be in accordance with ASTM code latest edition All materials used for construction shall be in accordance with ASTM code latest edition.

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Electrical Specification This specification covers Employers requirements for the supply, installing, testing and commissioning of the electrical devices and components of the following specification but not limited:

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4.1 Design, supply and installation of all electrical works required for the olive oil effluent waste treatment pilot plant 4.2 Reference codes and specification codes shall be based on International electrical commission (IEC) standard. 4.3 Arrangements must be made for an adequate electrical earthing in order to avoid electrical chocks. 4.4 The required local power and control panels with all necessary electrical & instrumentation equipment / components must be installed / mounted inside a steel cabinet. 4.5 Cabinet which shall contain the local power and control panels: Shall be made from steel sheets 2-mm thickness painted with gray, epoxy paint finish and out side Shall be securely fixed to structure of 80 cm height above the ground level. Shall be enough size and space and inner extra space to enable movement and adequate accessibility to all equipment and components by maintenance and operation personals Contains all control equipment and components necessary for electrical. Motors operations, i.e. motors starts, circuit breakers, HRC fuses, Ammeters, Voltmeters, Control push buttons & indication lamps etc. Shall be supplied with adequate lighting arrangements Shall be IP65, totally enclosed dust tight and damp proof Motor starter and controls shall be installed in electrical control panel, flush mounted industrial cubicle type construction welded and bolted to form a rigid structure 4.6 All internal wiring shall be PVC insulated 600/1000 volt grade, standard flexible copper conductors, with minimum cross section of 2.5 mm 2 and shall conform to IEC standard. 4.7 All control cables shall be numbering and lettering identification 4.8 All wiring connections shall be identified, adequately rated enclosed terminal strip, the minimum size terminal shall be capable of accepting 2 No. 2.5 mm2 conductors. 4.9 All wiring & terminals shall be individually crimped at both ends, and to be segregated and control each other. 4.10 Internal wiring shall be protected by fuses i.e. control, metering, alarm and interconnection cables, these cables shall be grouped in PVC trunking or loomed using self-locking plastic cable ties. 4.11 Field Testing: Field testing shall be required for all cables and electrical equipment furnished installed or connected by the contractor to assure proper installation, testing connection and functioning in accordance with the schematic plans and specifications. 4.12 Lighting: The Pilot plant and surrounding area should be adequately laminated by 250 watt sodium units, IP55. 4.13 Power supply

Power Supply Design, supply and installation of all electrical works required for the Pilot Plant

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Breakers and Additional spare Breakers 220 V sockets industrial fixed near the panel emergency stop Indication lamps as follows but not limited : * Emergency alarm * Main contactor ON * Local, Remote Switches and Push buttons as follows but not limited: * Main switch * Main contactor OFF * Main contactor ON * Selector switch Local-Remote * Reset

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Inspection and Testing The Contractor shall carryout inspection and testing of all works under the Contract according to the ASTM standards latest edition. The following inspection procedures and tests are required by the Employer: Material Workmanship Conformity to Specifications Progress of works Assembly

The Owner or his representative reserves the right to nominate a company engineer and/or any of the bodies having the suitable technical capabilities to inspect the goods within the works of the manufacturer, to verify the compliance of the goods to the UNDP Tender specifications, and upon the inspector findings, the goods may be either accepted or rejected. Not withstanding the above, the final acceptance or rejection of the goods, or any part thereof, depends solely upon the goods receipt certificate at the project site. The Owner shall notify the Contractor in writing of the identity of any representative retained for these purposes. The inspections and tests shall be conducted on the premises of the Contractor or his subcontractor (s) at point of delivery and/or the Good\s final destination and during fabrication. All reasonable facilities and assistance including access shall be furnished to the inspector(S) at no charge to the Employer.

Should any inspected or tested Goods and/or services fail to conform to specifications, the Owner may reject them and the Contractor shall either replace the rejected Goods/services or make all alterations necessary to meet the specifications free of cost to the Employer. The Employers right to inspect, test and where necessary, reject the Goods after the Goods arrival in the Employers country shall in no way be limited or waived by reason of the Goods having been previously inspected, tested and passed.

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Nothing in this clause shall in any way release the Contractor from any warranty or other obligations under the Contract.

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Employers Taking Over The works shall be taken-over by the owner when they have been completed in accordance with the contract, have passed all tests on completion prescribed by the contract and achieved the required design, The Taking-Over certificate for all works has been issued. The contractor may apply by notice to the owner's representative for a Taking-Over Certificate not earlier than 14 days before the works will, in the contractor's opinion, be complete and ready for partial taking-over. The owner's Representative shall, within 28 days after the receipt the contractor's application: issue the Taking-Over Certificate to the Contractor, stating the date on which the works were completed in accordance with the contract including passing the tests on completion; or Reject the application, giving his reasons and specifying the work required to be done by the contractor to enable the Taking-Over Certificate to be issued: the Contractor shall then complete such work.

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Packing, The Contractor shall provide such packing of the Goods as is required to prevent their damage or deterioration during transit to their final destination as indicated in the Contract .The packing shall be sufficient to withstand, without limitation, rough handling during transit, dust and open storage. Packing case size and weight shall take into consideration, the remoteness of the Goods final destination and the availability of appropriate handling facilities at all points in transit. During handling and transport of coated steel work, the steel work shall be separated from wires and lashings by rubber padding in such a manner that the coating are not damaged or discolored Free ends shall be stiffened, measures shall be taken to prevent permanent distortion and machined surfaces shall be protected. Steel work shall not be lifted from the painting bed until the last applied coating is sufficiently dried cured for handling. Every care shall be taken when lifting painted steelwork to avoid damage to the paintwork. Nylon ropes and slings shall be used wherever possible. Where chain slings are used padding shall be inserted between chains and painted steelwork. Softwood timber bearers with a sufficient area to prevent crushing shall be provided at all stages including transportation to site. Bearers shall be level and sufficient in number to prevent distortion of members. The packing, marking and documentation within and outside, the package shall comply strictly with such special requirements as shall be expressly provided for in the Contract

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Incidental Services The Contractor shall be required to provide any or all of the following services:

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Carry out commissioning and performance testing for the pilot plant with direct co-ordination with the owner Furnishing of special tools and all necessary equipment for erection, inspection, etc Training of Employers personnel for operation and maintenance and providing all necessary instruction materials, such as manuals, pamphlets, drawing sketches, filmsetc. at the Employers site for three days. Furnishing in four copies of Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manuals", in English language contain the followings: 1) A detailed drawings, materials list, manufacturing details (cross sectional drawings, parts list, test report and any other inspection works etc.) for each unit of the supplied equipment. 2) Construction and as built drawings (mechanical, electrical, civiletc) 3) Start-up, normal operating procedures, preventive and normal maintenance procedures, normal and emergency shut-down procedures, and trouble shouting sequences, in addition to any other necessary instructions for smooth and safe operation. 4) All the above shall be bound in substantial covers in book form with the title of the contract and it's no. clearly marked on the front cover as Operating and Maintenance Instruction Manuals. 5) In addition to the above shall have plastic covers with integral spines with four post screwed pillars or snap ring binding, loose leaf pages of A4 size and drawings of the full pullout type. Furnishing two complete copies of all AS BUILT drawings prepared as electronic data files on diskettes, to an approved format.

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Delivery and Documents Upon shipment, the Contractor shall notify the Owner and the Insurance Company by Facsimile or telex the full details of the shipment including contract number, description of Goods, quantity, the vessel, the bill of lading number and date, port of loading, date of shipment, port of discharge, etc. The Contractor shall mail the following documents to the Owner, with a copy to the Insurance Company: (a) Copies of Contractors invoice showing Goods description quantity, unit price amount. (b) Original and copies of the negotiable, clean, on board bill of lading marked Freight Prepaid and copies of negotiable bill of lading (c) Copies of packing list identifying contents of each package. (d) Insurance certificate if and when requested. (e) Inspection certificate issued by the nominated agency of the Contractors factory inspection report. (f) Certificate of Origin. A complete set of above documents shall be received by the Owner at least one week before arrival of Goods at the port, and if not received, the Contractor will be responsible for any consequent expenses. The materials should be delivered to Jordan University of Science and Technology (Irbid Jordan). The bidder shall submit time schedule for supply of goods & supervision of erection.

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Supervision 10.1 Bidders are requested to quote the supervision daily rate for erection, assembling, commissioning and training of employers personnel at the site in the price schedule for one supervisor. 10.2 The date of Erection supervision will be communicated/ confirmed max. one month prior to start erection works 10.3 Supervision of erection shall be the responsibility of the contractor. 10.4 Construction documents and Detailed Engineering shall be approved by the Employer before manufacturing, procurement, and shipment. Two copies, including but not limited to: a)General Arrangement drawing b) Complete List of components, with size of all technical parts, materials of construction, protection system, vendorsetc. c)Specifications, standards and data sheets for all components. d) Connection Details including calculations e)Assembly procedure details. f) Detailed Erection Method statement at employer site shall submitted to the employer with relevant supporting drawings, required manpower (skilled and unskilled labors) and Required Tools and Vehicles. g) Detailed Fabrication Method statement at manufacturer site and shall submitted to the employer with relevant supporting drawings and calculations setting out the sequence of erection, including but not limited to: All Fabrication Drawings Erection marking plans Routes for delivering steel work and lay down areas Sequence and methods of erection of steel work including calculations and details of temporary bracing/works to ensure stability. Method of lifting and handling the components, crane capacity, crane positions and working radius. Method of preventing damage to protective coatings on steel work during handling Procedure for aligning, leveling and plumbing steel work, including temporary supports and method of making bedding for bearings and measures to protect existing work. Bolted connections tightening sequence.

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Time table for deliveries TASK Detailed engineering design Results of OMWW sample analysis and laboratoryscale experiments and tests for determining the best design for the treatment plant. Technical drawings and schematics Construction documents and assembly drawings of the OMWW pilot plant. Delivering of the OMWW pilot treatment plant Perform mechanical & electrical checks on the components of the OMWW treatment plant Perform start-up of the system and adjust operational parameters for optimal performance Training personnel and university staff on the knowhow, construction, operation and maintenance of the OMWW treatment plant. 16 weeks after signing the contract 20 weeks after signing the contract 22 weeks after signing the contract 23 weeks after signing the contract DELIVERY TIMING 4 weeks after signing contract the

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Additional information 12.1 Location - The plant will be located at Jordan University of Science and Technology- Camp Site about 90 Km north of Amman 12.2 Wind - Predominant winds are from West or slightly West of North, but less frequent Southern winds can reach higher speeds than Northern winds. 12.3 Temperature Design Temperatures: Minimum Dry : 0 C Maximum Dry : 35 C Wet Bulb : 26 C 12.4 Atmospheric Pressure: Average 750 mm Hg.

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Water Supply 220 Volt Electricity Domestic Waste Treatment plant (Biological Reactor) (activated sludge treatment available)

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Date

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Contract No. : ___________ To : (Name and Address of Owner)

Gentlemen: Having examined the Tender Documents including Addenda Nos. (Insert Number), the receipt of which is hereby duly acknowledged. we the undersigned, offer the Supply of Olive Oil Effluent Waste Treatment Pilot Plant and supervision of erection and any other services as per Tender Documents, at Jordan University of Science and Technology-Irbid Campus Site in conformity with the said Tender Documents for the sum of (Total Bid Amount in Words and Figures) and such other sums as may be ascertained. 1.We undertake if our bid is accepted, to commence delivery of the goods to site within () days from the date of receipt of your Notification of Award, and to execute the works within (..) days, taking into consideration the execution of one Pilot Plant. 2.If our bid is accepted, we will obtain the guarantee of a bank in a sum (10%) of the total Contract Price for the due performance of the Contract. 3.We agree to abide by this bid for a period of (60) day from the closing date of this Bid, and it shall remain binding upon us and may be accepted at any time before the expiration of this period. 4.Unless and until a formal Contract is prepared and executed, this bid, together with your acceptance thereof and your notification of award, shall constitute a binding Contract between us. We understand that you are not bound to accept the lowest or any Bid you may receive. Dated this______________ day of ________200_________________ Signature _____________ (In the Capacity of) Duly authorised to sign bid for and on behalf of ____________________

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Annex V PRICE SCHEDULE (To be completed by Bidder, Supply of Olive Oil Effluent Waste Treatment Pilot Plant) Tender No. : Name of Bidder: ------------------------ Page ------ of ------Description of Goods and Services Supply and construction of Olive Oil Effluent Waste Treatment Pilot Plant including but not limited the followings: Handling Capacity (3-5 m3 / day) Control and utility building with area of 30 m2 Basins or Storage tank with a capacity of 100 m3 Machinery and Equipment including freight 1 1 1 Country of Origin Quantity Unit Price Total Price

Others

Supply, construct, operation Commissioning and training of Employer's personnel Four copies of technical Documentation (operating & maintenance manuals with as built dwgs).

Training of Employers personnel for operation and maintenance and providing all necessary instruction materials, such as operation manuals, pamphlets, drawing sketches, filmsetc. at the Employers site

Operational assistance until stabilization. On site training and handling over to the principal's staff

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Grand Total Price

The Contractor is asked to prepare the Price Schedule as a separate envelope from the rest of the RFP response as indicated in Section D paragraph 14 (b) of the Instruction to Offerors. All prices/rates quoted must be exclusive of all taxes, since the UNDP is exempt from taxes as detailed in Section II, Clause 18. The Price Schedule must provide a detailed cost breakdown. Provide separate figures for each functional grouping or category. Estimates for cost-reimbursable items, if any, such as travel, and out of pocket expenses should be listed separately. In case of an equipment component to the service provided, the Price Schedule should include figures for both purchase and lease/rent options. The UNDP reserves the option to either lease/rent or purchase outright the equipment through the Contractor. The format shown on the following pages should be used in preparing the price schedule. The format includes specific expenditures, which may or may not be required or applicable but are indicated to serve as examples. In addition to the hard copy, if possible please also provide the information on diskette (IBM compatible).

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ANNEX VI BID BOND FORM

Whereas _____________________________________________ (Hereinafter called the Contractor) has submitted his bid dated ___________ for the supply of ______________________ (Hereinafter called the Bid) ___________________________ KNOW ALL MEN by these presents that we ________________ of ___________________________________________________ having our registered office at _____________________________ (Hereinafter called the Bank") are bound into ________________ (Hereinafter called the Employer") in the sum of ________________ for which payment well and truly to be made to the said Owner, the Bank binds itself, its sources and assigns by these presents Sealed with the Common Seal of the said Bank this _____________________________ day of __________ 200 _______ THE CONDITIONS of this obligation are: 1) If the Contractor withdraws his Bid during the period of bid validity specified by the Contractor in the Bid Form; or 2) If the Contractor, having been notified of the acceptance of his bid by the Owner during the period of bid validity: (1) fails or refuses to execute the Contract Form, if required or (2) fails or refuses to furnish the Performance Security in accordance with the Instruction to Bidders; We undertake to pay to the Owner up to above amount upon receipt of his first written demand, without the Owner having to substantiate his demand, provided that in his demand the Owner will note that the amount claimed by him is due to he Owing the occurrence of one both of the two conditions, specifying the occurred condition or conditions. This guarantee will remain in force up to and including thirty (30) days after the period of bid validity, and any demand in respect thereof shall reach the Bank not later than the above date.

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Performance Bond Form (Name of the Owner) To ____________________________________________________ (Name of the Contractor) WHEREAS ______________________________________________ Herein after called the Contractor" has undertaking, in pursuance of Contract No ________ dated _________ 200___ to supply _________

AND WHEREAS it has been stipulated by you in the said Contract that Contractor shall furnish you with a Bank Guarantee by a recognised Bank for the sum specified therein as security for compliance with the Contractors performance obligations in accordance with the Contract. AND WHEREAS we have agreed to give the Contractor a Guarantee: THEREFORE we hereby affirm that we are Guarantors and responsible to you, on behalf of the Contractor up to a total of (Amount of the Guarantee in Words and Figures) and we undertake to pay you, upon your first written demand declaring the Contractor to be in default under the Contract and without cavil or argument, any sum of or sums within the limits of ( Amount of Guarantee ) as aforesaid , without your needing to prove or to show grounds or reasons for your demand or the sum specified therein . This guarantee is valid until the _________ day of _______ 200 __ Signature and Seal of the Guarantor ______________________ _____________________________ _____________________________ Date _____________

Address _____________ and any demand in respect.

Contacts of the Project Partners: For the European Commission and UNDP EC Delegation Cairo 37 Gamaet el Dowal el Arabiya
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For the Beneficiaries

El Fouad Building Mohandessin, Cairo Tel: +20 2 749 46 80 Fax: +20 2 749 53 57 Delegation of the European Commission in Lebanon B.P 11-4008 Riad El Solh, Beirut 11072150 Tel : +961 1 569400 Fax: +961 1 569415 Ministry of Environment Lebanon Lazarieh Bldg.,P.O. Box 11-2727 Beirut, Lebanon Tel : +961 1 976 555 Fax: +961 1 976 530 Ext:419 E-mail: s.khalil@moe.gov.lb Ministry of Local Administration & Environmental Affairs Syria P.O. Box 3773, Damascus Tel : +963 11 331 03 81 Fax: +963 11 331 43 93 E-mail: m-dimash@scs- net.org Ministry of Environment Jordan P.O. Box 1408, Amman, 11941 Jordan Tel : +962 6 552 19 41 Fax: +962 6 552 53 15 E-mail: akhdair@just.edu.jo

Delegation of the European Commission in Syria B.P 11269, Damascus Tel : +963 11 332 76 40 Fax: +963 11 332 06 83

Delegation of the European Commission in Jordan P.O. Box 926.794, Amman Tel : +962 6 566 81 91 Fax: +962 6 568 67 46 UNDP Lebanon Country Office United Nations House 7th floor, Riad El-Solh Square P.O. Box 11-3216, Beirut Lebanon Tel : +961 1 981 311, Ext: 1721, 1710, www.undp.org.lb UNDP- Syria Country Office Office of Resident Coordinator Mezzeh, West Villas, Gazawi Str., No. 8 Damascus Tel : +963 11 612 98 11 Fax: +963 11 611 45 41, www.undp.org.sy UNDP Jordan Country Office P.O. Box 941631, Amman 11194 Jordan Tel : +962 6 566 81 71 Fax: +962 6 567 65 82 www.undp-jordan.org Mediterranean Action Plan Regional Activity Center for Cleaner Production (RAC/CP) Barcelona, Spain Tel : +34 93 415 11 12 Fax: +34 93 237 02 86 www.cema-sa.org

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