Assignment Name: Sanitation Facilities Assessment, Exemplary Design with Bill of Quantities (BOQ), and Manual Development for Selected Three Sanitation Model Schools in Jashore

Country: Bangladesh

Client Name: SNV Netherlands Development Organization

The “Sanitation Facilities Assessment, Exemplary Design with Bill of Quantities (BOQ), and Manual Development for Selected 3 Sanitation Model Schools in Jashore” was an initiative under SNV Netherlands Development Organisation’s Urban Sanitation Programme. This program, funded by aimed to improve urban sanitation services in southern Bangladesh, focusing on inclusive, safe, and sustainable solutions. The assignment specifically targeted three schools in Jashore Municipality, intending to transform them into sanitation model schools with exemplary facilities and sustainable practices.

The assignment aimed to assess existing sanitation facilities, identify gaps, and propose architectural designs to establish model school environments. These designs incorporated elements such as handwashing (HW), menstrual hygiene management (MHM), and faecal sludge management (FSM). Furthermore, the project sought to create a comprehensive manual for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of these facilities, ensuring long-term sustainability and replication in other schools across Bangladesh.

Key objectives included:

• Assessment of sanitation facilities to identify gaps and challenges in infrastructure and practices.
• Development of architectural designs with 3D renderings to establish inclusive and environmentally friendly sanitation models.
• Preparation of a BOQ for the renovation and enhancement of facilities in the selected schools.
• Creation of an O&M manual, tailored to the needs of boys, girls, and combined schools, focusing on sustainability and stakeholder engagement.
• Engaging school management committees, teachers, students, and municipal authorities to promote ownership and effective implementation

The following services were meticulously executed to ensure a comprehensive assessment, innovative design, and sustainable operational framework for model school sanitation facilities, aligning with the project’s goals of improving inclusivity, hygiene, and environmental sustainability.

Inception and Planning:

• Conducted initial meetings with SNV and local stakeholders to understand project goals and finalize the scope of work.
• Prepared a detailed inception report outlining methodologies, tools, and timelines.

Assessment of Existing Facilities:

• Conducted physical inspections of sanitation facilities at three selected schools: 1) Preparatory Secondary School (Combined School), 2) Seba Sangha Girls School, and 3) Jessore Sommilony Institute (Boys School).
• Assessed infrastructure, usage patterns, and maintenance practices, with a specific focus on HW, MHM, and FSM components.

Data Collection:

• Facilitated Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with students, teachers, and parents to gather insights on existing practices, challenges, and expectations.
• Conducted Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with school authorities, municipal officials, and sanitation staff to understand institutional constraints and opportunities.
• Undertook physical observations and documented sanitation layouts to establish a baseline for design interventions.

Architectural Design and BOQ Preparation:

• Developed 3D architectural designs to improve sanitation facilities, ensuring inclusivity and environmental sustainability.
• Designed separate facilities for boys and girls, incorporating private spaces for MHM and adequate handwashing stations.
• Prepared a detailed BOQ for the renovation and construction of sanitation facilities in the three schools.

Manual Development:

• Created a user-friendly manual for the operation and maintenance of model school sanitation facilities.
• Integrated guidelines for HW, MHM, and FSM, emphasizing stakeholder roles and responsibilities to ensure sustainability.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Organized validation workshops to present findings and gather feedback on proposed designs and manuals.
• Engaged school management committees, municipal authorities, and parents to ensure alignment with community needs and ownership of outcomes.

Reporting:

• Delivered a comprehensive final report, including sanitation assessments, architectural designs, BOQs, and the O&M manual.
• Provided digital and hard copies of all outputs, along with supporting documentation, photographs, and data.

Key Deliverables:

• Assessment report detailing existing sanitation conditions and identified gaps.
• 3D architectural designs and layouts for renovated sanitation facilities in the three schools.
• Comprehensive BOQ for construction and renovation works.
• Operation and maintenance manual tailored for different school types.
• Final report with actionable recommendations and implementation guidelines.

This project not only enhanced sanitation facilities but also promoted behavioral change and stakeholder involvement, laying the groundwork for sustainable sanitation practices in schools across Bangladesh.