Invitation for Bids: Establishing CORS Surveying System in Noonu Atoll

The Noonu Atoll GNSS & CORS Surveying System project aims to support land use planning, infrastructure development, and natural resource management across Noonu Atoll using GNSS and CORS-based surveying technology.

Project Overview

Objective:
To establish a reliable, sustainable, and efficient system for land use planning and infrastructure projects in Noonu Atoll by leveraging Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) and Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) technology. GNSS will provide precise positioning data to map land boundaries, monitor coastal erosion, and track environmental changes across the atoll’s islands. CORS will enable real-time, high-accuracy geospatial data collection to support infrastructure design, such as road and building layouts, and facilitate disaster risk management by providing consistent reference points for elevation and flood modeling. This system will also aid in natural resource management by tracking land use patterns and supporting sustainable development decisions.

Scope of Work:

• Supply, installation, operation, and maintenance of a GNSS & CORS-based surveying system for minimum 10 years.

Key Features

• Construction of a Continuously Operating Reference Station (CORS) at the Noonu Atoll Council premises.

• Installation of a GNSS receiver with a minimum operational radius of 25 km from the council office.

• Compliance with technical specifications in Appendix B.

• Integration with GIS, GPS, and relevant governance systems.

• Secure data-sharing mechanisms for internal operations and approved external users.

Deliverables

• A fully operational GNSS & CORS surveying system with all necessary equipment.

• A handheld GPS system for local operations.

• Training sessions and user manuals for staff.

• Support services over the 10-year contract, including remote monitoring, troubleshooting, and firmware updates.

Partnership Model

The project will follow a shared partnership model between the Noonu Atoll Council and the selected service provider. System access will be co-managed, with revenue from third-party usage shared under an agreed framework detailing roles, responsibilities, and revenue-sharing terms.

Key Dates

• Registration Opens: 20th February 2025, 14:00 hrs

• Registration Closes: 24th February 2025, 13:00 hrs

• Information Session: 25th February 2025, 14:00 hrs (via Teams)

• Response to Queries: 26th February 2025, 14:00 hrs

• Bid Submission Deadline: 1st March 2025, 14:00 hrs

• Notification of Selection: 5th March 2025, 14:00 hrs

• Complaints & Appeals Deadline: 8th March 2025, 14:00 hrs

• Awarding of Contract: 10th March 2025

Scoring Criteria

Proposals will be assessed based on:

• Price (70%): Lowest bid used as a reference for scoring others.

• Experience (30%): Points for similar projects, supported by reference letters and expertise.

Required Documents

• Bid Submission Form (Appendix A)

• Proof of prior experience/reference letters

• Tax clearance certificate

• Business registration certificate

Submission Details

Interested parties must register their Expression of Interest via this registration link. Attendance at the mandatory information session is limited to registered parties. Proposals must be submitted at the designated location by the deadline. Selection results will be shared via a scoring sheet.

Service providers are invited to participate in this project to support data-informed development in Noonu Atoll. For more information, visit the website or contact us.

Contact Information

• Phone Numbers: 6560012 or 6560028

• Email Address: info@noonu.gov.mv