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Tenders are invited for Development of Digital Solutions for Environmental Compliance in Saudi Arabia and Lebanon. Submission Deadline: 8 June, 2025 Project objective : To receive project proposals that can assist in the development of comprehensive digital platforms and dashboards that integrate geospatial and environmental data to support sustainable decision-making. The platforms will enable impact assessment, compliance monitoring, and data-driven planning for regulators and developers to effectively evaluate and manage environmental footprints. Project background : Digital transformation is reshaping the world, driving innovation and connectivity across industries and societies. In todays fast-paced technological landscape are revolutionizing how we interact with the global environmental challenges and address the triple planetary crisis. UNEP is harnessing the power of these technologies to promote sustainability, leveraging data and robust digital tools to monitor and analyse environmental impacts, and inform decision-making. Within this context as well as respective cooperation frameworks and projects, UNEP is supporting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the development of a digital tool to evaluate and model the impacts of environmental compliance policies and actions on improving the state of environment. Additionally, UNEP is supporting the Ministry of Environment of Lebanon in the development of a centralized digital platform to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in healthcare waste management. The dashboard will replace the existing paper-based tracking system, enabling real-time monitoring and streamline reporting from healthcare facilities to treatment sites. UNEP Regional Office for West Asia wishes to engage a qualified partner to cooperate on the delivery of the above-mentioned digital tools and in accordance with the following scope of work. Project description : ctivities The activities under this partnership will be organized into two Work Packages: one for Saudi Arabia and the other for Lebanon. Work Package 1 Compliance Platform for Saudi Arabia represents only Phase 1 of the overall proposed project plan. Subsequent phases will build upon and complement this initial phase to deliver a comprehensive compliance platform for NCEC. WORK PACKAGE 1 Compliance Platform for Saudi Arabia The platform will be developed in cooperation with the National Centre for Environmental Compliance (NCEC) of Saudi Arabia. The NCEC is the designated environmental regulatory body with primary objectives of enhancing environmental monitoring, reducing pollution sources, controlling the quality of water, air, and soil, studying the environmental impact, issuing environmental licensing, and conducting environmental inspections. UNEP seeks to advance its support to NCEC by developing a digital tool for monitoring, modelling, and assessing environmental impacts to aid environmental compliance and decision making leveraging geospatial data, environmental metrics, and advanced GIS. Activity 1.1: Initial Assessment, Data Collection & Analysis The Implementing Partner (IP) will conduct the initial assessment, define data requirements, and establish protocols for data mining and aggregation where available. A gap analysis will be undertaken to determine critical data needs and to ensure comprehensive coverage. The IP will guide and support the consultation process with the NCEC, the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA), the statistics authority, and other relevant stakeholders. Data points will include: - Geospatial data: High-resolution maps, satellite imagery, and land use data that are available within NCEC. - Environmental data: Emissions records, air quality metrics that are available with NCEC in various digital formats and API (Application Programming Interface) data such as JSON (JavaScript Object Notation), XML (eXtensible Markup Language), or plain text, depending on the API NCEC has and its configuration. - Locations of high environmental importance (hotspots): Protected areas, wildlife habitats, and residential zones based on existing data sets and information that is available within NCEC. - Socioeconomic data: Population density, community health data, and economic impact indicators based on existing data sets and information that is available within NCEC. - Regulatory frameworks: Local, national, and international environmental regulations and standards that will be approached in phases commensurate with the data that is available. Deliverables for Activity 1.1 1. Stakeholder consultation and initial assessment 2. Report with detailed scope and methodology 3. Data register and data management protocol 4. Wireframes and Mock-ups Activity 1.2: Platform Architecture & Development The platform development environment will be developed based on the goal and scope of the platform, as well as the available data. The technical architecture for the platform will then be defined, including system design, user interface, and system interoperability requirements. The output from the exercise will be the system architectural blueprint and initial design. The core functionality of the platform, including data visualisation tools, compliance dashboards, and reporting features, will then be developed. Testing for bugs and system performance should be conducted to produce a BETA version (functional prototype) of the platform with basic features ready for iterative enhancement based on the user feedback that is within the scope of the project. Deliverables for Activity 1.2 System design, user interface, and system interoperability requirements Activity 1.3: Impact Modelling Tools Integration Modelling and scenario analysis tools for evaluating the environmental impacts of proposed or existing facilities will be integrated following platform development. These tools may include: - Emission simulators: modelling potential emissions under various scenarios using historical data and trend analysis - Hotspot mapping / Sensitive Location Mapping: visualised potential environmental risks and carrying capacities by mapping areas of high vulnerability and simulating environmental hazards. - Scenario Analysis: Allows users to input variables (e.g. changes in industrial activity or urban development patterns) and view project impacts. These tools will allow NCEC to make informed decisions by forecasting both short-term and long-term environmental outcomes. Deliverables for Activity 1.3 1. User feedback reports and refined platform version 2. Minimum Viable Product (MVP) with core functionalities, reporting and dashboarding features developed 3. Virtual/On-line training workshop for users 4. Outreach Support WORK PACKAGE 2: Dashboard for Environmental Tracking in Lebanon Lebanons healthcare waste management practices have long been fragmented and regulations poorly enforced. Most healthcare waste is treated off-site by private operators, with limited oversight and a significant portion of waste is either inadequately treated or illegally disposed of, raising serious environmental and public health concerns. UNEP is supporting the Ministry of Environment in developing a centralized digital platform developed to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in healthcare waste management. The dashboard will replace the existing paper-based tracking system, enabling real-time monitoring and streamline reporting from healthcare facilities to treatment sites. By offering data-driven insights, the system will support informed policymaking and promote improved waste management practices across the entire lifecycle from generation to final disposal. It will offer data-driven insights, the system will support informed policymaking and promote improved waste management practices across the entire lifecycle from generation to final disposal. Activity 2.1: Initial Assessment and Dashboard Mock-up Stakeholder consultations will initially be organized with relevant stakeholders including the Ministry of Environment and the Ministry of Health, to clarify and finalise the goal and scope of the project, define data requirements, as well as the functional and non-functional requirements. Dashboard features and requirements will be prioritized based on the stakeholder input and needs. Document user personas, use cases, and workflows. Based on the findings of the initial assessment, the user requirements will be translated into a visual design, and a user-friendly and intuitive interface. The wireframes and prototypes will be developed. The dashboard design mock-up will be reviewed in coordination with relevant stakeholders, prior to being finalised based on the feedback received prior to official approval of the final mock-up. Deliverables for Activity 2.1 1. User requirements report capturing findings of the stakeholder consultations, including functional & non-functional requirements, intended uses, workflows, and key recommendations. Developed wireframes and prototypes. 2. Workshop to review the initial design with stakeholders 3. Final dashboard mock-up and visual presentation Activity 2.2: Dashboard Development Implementation Upon approval of the mock-up, the dashboard modules for waste generation, collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal will be developed. It includes implementing a tiered user management system that supports administrative control, role-based permissions, and account creation. Additionally, the integration of data visualization and Business Intelligence (BI) tools will enhance analytical capabilities. Reporting tools will be developed to support compliance and informed decision-making, while robust security measures will ensure system integrity and compliance with data privacy standards. Main Functionalities: Development of an end-to-end process for recording, tracking and managing information. This includes modules on waste generation, waste collection, t Tender Link : https://www.unep.org/calls-for-proposals
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