Objectives

The primary objective of this tender is to appoint a qualified service provider to conduct comprehensive air quality monitoring at the Libanon Landfill site. The monitoring aims to assess ambient air conditions, including dust, odour, particulate matter, and gaseous emissions, ensuring compliance with relevant environmental standards and regulations.

Scope

The scope of work includes:

• Conducting a physical site inspection to evaluate ambient air quality and establish monitoring points.
• Performing site assessments focusing on dust, odour, particulate matter, and gaseous emissions, in accordance with DWAF (1998) standards.
• Holding an inception meeting to advise on monitoring processes, scope, and access requirements.
• Installing and supervising the installation of seven (7) buckets along the landfill boundary, positioned two meters above ground.
• Collecting air quality data using internationally accepted methods (ASTM D173).
• Compiling a comprehensive air quality monitoring report detailing key findings, trends, and recommendations.
• Providing a compliance or air quality performance rating out of 100%.

Technical Requirements

The technical requirements include:

• Site inspection and assessment of ambient air conditions.
• Pre-monitoring site visit and planning, including GPS positioning of sampling points.
• Installation and supervision of seven (7) dust buckets at specified locations.
• Adherence to ASTM D173 standards for dust fall collection and analysis.
• Preparation of a detailed air quality monitoring report with findings and recommendations.
• Certified registration as an Environmental Assessment Practitioner (SACNAPS registration).

Skills Requirements

The successful bidder must demonstrate:

• Qualified expertise in environmental assessment and air quality monitoring.
• Experience in conducting site inspections and environmental sampling at landfill sites.
• Proficiency in using internationally recognized standards and methods (e.g., ASTM D173).
• Ability to compile detailed technical reports with clear findings and actionable recommendations.
• Certification as an Environmental Assessment Practitioner (SACNAPS registration).
• Knowledge of environmental compliance standards and waste management regulations.