potential stakeholders and request their comments. As long back as 2003, the small
town of Rundu (37,000 inhabitants in the 2001 census growing to 63,000 in the 2011
census) in the north of Namibia invited representatives of some 30 ministries and
NGOs to a presentation for an upcoming water supply project to the town. The idea
was to invite all these institutions to have their possible views, to be taken on board,
as far as possible. Several sittings might be necessary. Those who did not come
would not be in a position later to contest decisions taken or plans approved by the
majority. A commendable democratic exercise!
This kind of exercise is quite common in many developed countries, but less so in
other countries.
5.3.8 Feasibility Studies
After the relevant authorities have given their approval in principle to the Master
Plan, one or several extensive feasibility studies would be required before
implementing any project alternative. Normally several such studies would be
started. However, such an exercise would require consultants, the choice of whom
would necessitate 6–12 months.
While the feasibility studies are ongoing, refined estimates will be available and
should enable the Government to contact a few potential funding agencies.
5.3.9 Looking for Funds
While the funding agencies would show interest at the stage above, they would not
commit to anything unless they have seen the feasibility study and approved the
whole report. Even if a funding agency had approved the Master Plan, the submission of a proper feasibility study is a prime requirement for any further funds for
project implementation. If one funding agency is not interested or does not wish to
participate in the project, then the Government will have to look for some other
sponsor.
5.3.10 Implementation of Proposed Schemes
When there is a positive indication that funds will be obtainable, albeit in a few
years, the Client may initiate proceedings for detailed design work and the preparation of Tender documents. Of course, the latter will be floated in due course and the
different contracts awarded. The project duration may be short (1 year) or longer
(up to 3–4 years) for dam projects.
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town of Rundu (37,000 inhabitants in the 2001 census growing to 63,000 in the 2011
census) in the north of Namibia invited representatives of some 30 ministries and
NGOs to a presentation for an upcoming water supply project to the town. The idea
was to invite all these institutions to have their possible views, to be taken on board,
as far as possible. Several sittings might be necessary. Those who did not come
would not be in a position later to contest decisions taken or plans approved by the
majority. A commendable democratic exercise!
This kind of exercise is quite common in many developed countries, but less so in
other countries.
5.3.8 Feasibility Studies
After the relevant authorities have given their approval in principle to the Master
Plan, one or several extensive feasibility studies would be required before
implementing any project alternative. Normally several such studies would be
started. However, such an exercise would require consultants, the choice of whom
would necessitate 6–12 months.
While the feasibility studies are ongoing, refined estimates will be available and
should enable the Government to contact a few potential funding agencies.
5.3.9 Looking for Funds
While the funding agencies would show interest at the stage above, they would not
commit to anything unless they have seen the feasibility study and approved the
whole report. Even if a funding agency had approved the Master Plan, the submission of a proper feasibility study is a prime requirement for any further funds for
project implementation. If one funding agency is not interested or does not wish to
participate in the project, then the Government will have to look for some other
sponsor.
5.3.10 Implementation of Proposed Schemes
When there is a positive indication that funds will be obtainable, albeit in a few
years, the Client may initiate proceedings for detailed design work and the preparation of Tender documents. Of course, the latter will be floated in due course and the
different contracts awarded. The project duration may be short (1 year) or longer
(up to 3–4 years) for dam projects.
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