TO-00006 Monthly Progress Report No. 33. February 2016

The program focuses on the rehabilitation and construction of roads, schools, water, and wastewater projects. The objective of this Task Order is to develop, rehabilitate, and improve an existing well at Qabatiya and to install and equip that well with a new pump and appurtenant equipment. The Task Order also includes the construction of a conveyance system that will connect the Qabatiya Well to Al-Zababdeh junction. The Qabatiya Well project involves several key components, including preconstruction coordination with the Palestinian Water Authority (PWA), mobilization, submittals, procurement and delivery, construction phase, and post-construction phase. As of February 2016, the percent complete for each major component is as follows: preconstruction coordination (100%), mobilization (100%), submittals (98%), procurement and delivery (100%), construction phase (96.73%), and post-construction phase (0%). The planned start and finish dates for each component are also provided, with actual start and finish dates listed where applicable. The Task Order is managed under Contract Number AID-294-I-00-12-00001 and Task Order Number AID-294-TO-13-00006. The Notice to Proceed was issued on May 14, 2013, and the project's original duration is not specified. The project's progress is monitored and reported on a monthly basis, with this report covering activities accomplished during February 2016 and previewing activities anticipated during March 2016. The project's implementation involves several stakeholders, including the USAID Mission, the Palestinian Water Authority, and various subcontractors. The project's safety and environmental aspects are also being monitored, with regular meetings and correspondence with USAID, the Construction Management Contractor (CMC), and subcontractors. The project's quality control and quality management systems are also in place, with regular inspections and testing to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. The project's labor and equipment requirements are being met, with over 2,500 man-hours worked during February 2016. The project's equipment is being used efficiently, with regular maintenance and inspection to ensure optimal performance. The project's procurement and delivery activities are also ongoing, with several subcontracts awarded to local contractors. The project's public relations and community outreach activities are also being implemented, with regular meetings and correspondence with local stakeholders. The project's schedule is being closely monitored, with regular progress reports submitted to USAID. The project's planned activities for March 2016 include the completion of the post-construction phase, the submission of final invoices, and the completion of any outstanding tasks. The project's issues and constraints are being addressed, with regular meetings and correspondence with USAID and other stakeholders to ensure the project's successful completion.