BAKHENG WATER SUPPLY PROJECT

Promoteur – Intermédiaire Financier

PHNOM PENH WATER SUPPLY AUTHORITY

Lieu

• Cambodge

Description

Construction of Bakheng Water Treatment Plant (WTP), in the northern outskirts of Phnom Penh. The intake will be located on the west bank of the Mekong River.

Objectifs

The proposed operation, which will be extended under the ELM 2014-2020 mandate, will contribute to the social and economic infrastructure (i.e. improving potable water production and distribution) and environmental sustainability in Cambodia.

Secteur(s)

• Eau, assainissement - Production et distribution d'eau; assainissement, gestion des déchets et dépollution

Garantie au titre du MPE

This operation is covered by the ELM Guarantee.

Montant BEI envisagé (montant approximatif)

USD 115 million (EUR 98 million)

Coût total (montant approximatif)

USD 247 million (EUR 211 million)

Aspects environnementaux

The proposed investments will focus on increasing the capacity of systems and expanding water service coverage with direct positive impact to people's livelihoods and the environment. Where required, full environmental impact assessments (EIAs) will be carried out as well as any required environmental and social management plans (ESMPs). Details will be assessed during appraisal.

Passation des marchés

The Promoter will be required to implement the project in accordance with AFD procurement rules and procedures, and in compliance with the requirements and standards agreed between EIB and AFD for projects under the Mutual Reliance Initiative for operations outside the EU, as foreseen in the Bank's Guide to Procurement. In particular, calls for international tenders will be published in the OJEU in accordance with the Bank's Guide to Procurement.

Statut

Signé - 18/12/2018