Construction Monthly Progress Report 08 – December 2015

The project is co-funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development (DFATD). The objective of this Task Order is to rehabilitate the existing road that connects Al Jalameh crossing checkpoint to the Qabatiya-Tubas Road. The road will serve as a bypass around the eastern side of the Jenin Municipality, reducing traffic congestion within the city center. It will carry commercial traffic to and from Al Jalameh crossing in the northern portion of the West Bank, as well as provide improved access to Arab American University. The project is expected to induce new development, increase road safety, and reduce travel time through the area. The project is an Indefinite Quantity Contract, with a contract value of USD 14,688,396.00. The contract was awarded on April 22, 2015, and the Notice to Proceed (NTP) date was May 18, 2015. The project has a contractual period of performance of 360 calendar days, with a contractual end date of May 11, 2016. During the reporting period of December 1-31, 2015, the project made significant progress. The contractor, The Morganti Group, Inc., completed various activities, including site preparation, excavation, and grading. The project team also conducted safety inspections and implemented traffic control measures to ensure the safety of workers and the public. The project's quality control and assurance program is in place, with regular testing and inspection of materials and equipment. The contractor has also implemented an environmental compliance plan to minimize the project's impact on the environment. The project's community outreach program is ongoing, with regular meetings with local stakeholders and residents. The project team has also developed a gender action plan to ensure that the project's benefits are equitably distributed among all community members. The project's progress is being closely monitored, with regular site visits and inspections by the project team and USAID representatives. The project's performance indicators, including safety, quality, and environmental compliance, are being closely tracked to ensure that the project meets its objectives. The project's construction schedule is being updated regularly, with the latest schedule indicating that the project is on track to meet its contractual deadline. The project's budget is also being closely monitored, with regular financial reports submitted to USAID. Overall, the Road Project 1, Qabatiya-Al Jalameh Road, is making significant progress, with the contractor completing various activities and the project team ensuring that the project meets its objectives. The project's community outreach program and gender action plan are also ensuring that the project's benefits are equitably distributed among all community members.