West Bank Water and Sanitation Project: This ongoing study is being carried out as a joint - venture project with Plan-center Ltd., Finnish consulting firm.  The objective of the study is to design a sound investment plan of priority for approximately 100 water and wastewater schemes, in the West Bank suitable for European Investment Bank (EIB) and other donors financing.  It will also provide plans for the necessary technical assistance for the successful implementation and operation of the schemes. Client: PWA-EIB, 1998.

Upgrading of the Hebron Sewerage System:  The aim of the study was to provide the Municipality of Hebron with a well-formulated technical advice on the most appropriate treatment technology and reuse potential.  Recommendations on the required institutional structure for the efficient operation, maintenance and overall management of the sewage and sanitation facilities in the city were provided.  The investment and recurrent costs for the proposed treatment system as well as a tariff system were prepared. The study was carried out in association with Plan-center of Finland. Client: UNDP, 1996.  

Expansion and Development of Tulkarm Sewage Network: The project consisted of three main sections. Firstly, the design of the gravity line, of a diameter of 400 mm and length of 2,600 m.  Secondly, the design of the pumping station including all the mechanical and electrical details. Thirdly, the design of the pressurized line, consisting of a 300 mm diameter steel pipes of a length of 4,500 m.  The project is now under construction by the Municipality. Client: Tulkarm Municipality 1991.

Updating the Plans for Abu Dees and Ezarieh Sewerage Project: Detailed designs and tender documents for the sewage collection and treatment system, for Abu Dees, Ezarieh, As Sawahreh Ash Sharqiyyeh and Ez Z’ayem, were prepared earlier by another Consultant. The project objectives were to update the technical solutions and alternatives and cost estimates and to develop performance indicators (cost/benefit, socioeconomic, environmental, political, etc.). Activities were carried out by NORDIC Consulting Group of Norway and CEP, and involved comprehensive review of technical designs and cost estimates, and review of the conceptual design for various system components, including providing advice on the most feasible technical solutions for the treatment of wastewater collected from Ezarieh and Ez Z’ayem areas. Client: PWA and NORAD, 1999.  

West Bank Municipal Services Project-Water Resources Program: In the extraordinary undertaking, CEP is partnering and actively involved with a consortium of international and regional firms which include Camp Dresser & McKee International Inc. (CDM). The Morganti Group Inc., Harza Environmental Services, Chemonics International Inc. and Associated Consulting Engineers (ACE).  The project is funded and administered by the US Agency for International Development (USAID).  This multi-faceted project aims to assess, plan the long-term sustainability and develop water resources and supply in the West Bank, particularly in relation to the eastern aquifer system.  Specifically, the project encompasses the installation of monitoring and production wells, water transmission and pumping facilities, system designs, feasibility studies, groundwater and surface water modeling and master planning for development, operation and management of water resources and supply.  The project cost is estimated to be approximately US$ 40 million. Client: USAID, 1996-1999.

Jenin Villages Water Works: The objective of the engineering task for the ongoing project is to supervise the installation water distribution networks for 11 villages located west of Jenin city in the Inland Region of Palestine. CEP engineering services are hired by Save the Children Federation and ANERA organization which are awarded to carry out all activities related to this project.  The project encompasses installation of more than 90 km of high-density polyethylene pipes of diameters ranging from 32 mm up to 350 mm, with all necessary fitting, valves and house connections.  The CEP tasks include pre-qualification of potential contractors, bidding and selection of contractors and construction management.  The project cost is estimated to be approximately US$ 7 millions. Client: PWA-USAID, 1998-1999.

The Palestinian Water Tariff Study: The project aims at formulating a water demand management policy that will use pricing as a tool to encourage water conservation and to economically provide sustainable water supply and wastewater services.  This study is being conducted in association with Norconsult International, Nordic Consulting Group (NCG) and the Institute for Applied Social Science (FAFO).  The objective of the study is to provide a generally applicable tool for the determination of concrete tariffs for municipal water supply wastewater collection services, use of reclaimed wastewater and irrigation.  A socio-economic survey to determine the affordability and willingness to pay for water and sewerage services will be conducted in two residential areas in the West Bank and Gaza.  This survey will form the basis for determining the “basic need” for water supply and sewerage services at a price that will be affordable to the more disadvantaged households.  Client:  The Norwegian Government, 1997-1998. 

Water Resources Comprehensive Master Plan: The objective is to develop a comprehensive and realistic plan to achieve sustainable long-term water supply for the West Bank and the Gaza Strip for meeting the water demands of the years 2000,2020 and 2040.  Client: USAID-PWA, 1997.

Tulkarm Master Plan Study: The study involved preparing a comprehensive urban development plan for the Greater Municipal Tulkarm Area comprising the urban town of Tulkarm and the villages of Shuweikeh, Irtah, Thinnabeh and the Tulkarm refugee camp, with a total combined population of about 35,000.  It proposed land use and zoning plan up to the year 2005 along with all supporting documentation, regulations and plan implementation programs, as well as master plans for the proposed road network, water supply and distribution and sewage collection, treatment and disposal.  Client: Tulkarm Municipality, 1985.

Dura Solid Waste Management: The project involved preparation of a master plan for solid waste management for the town of Dura and the surrounding villages of Deir El 'Asal Et Tahta, At Tabaqa, Khursa and Al Kum (Al Kum, Al Mwarriq and Beit Maqdum) in Hebron Governorate. Work included evaluation of the existing services, preparation of feasibility study and provision of recommendations and suggestions on operating, managing and maintaining the system's facilities (dump site, transport and collection). Recommendations covered tariff and cost recovery systems, different alternatives for management system with indication of the most efficient, and improving the existing dump site. An environmental impact assessment was also conducted and cost estimates for the systems components were prepared. Client: SCF, 1999.

Palestine Environmental Emergency Response Contingency Plan: Developing environmental emergency response capabilities in Palestine in three phases: I) National and regional contingency plan; II) Institutional and capacity building plan; and III) Equipment and training. Activities are being carried out by ECODIT of USA and CEP. Phase I involved assessment of opportunities and preparation of recommendations for a National and Regional Contingency Plan in Palestine.  In Phase II, the work team assisted the Ministry of Environmental Affairs (MEnA) to establish an Emergency Response Unit (ERU) and assessed capacity building needs (equipment and training) to support the emergency planning process launched in Phase I.  During Phase III (ongoing), ECODIT and CEP will help strengthen Palestinian emergency response capabilities through the targeted supply of basic emergency response equipment. Client: PECDAR, MEnA and the World Bank.

Master Plans for the Towns of Biting, Tubas, Salfeet, Yabad, Qabatia and Anabta: Comprehensive development plans for 6 medium-sized municipalities included assessment of land use, land tenure, and physical and institutional infrastructure; assessment of needs and development potentials assessment and revision of existing planning laws and regulations; and plan implementation programs.  Client: The municipalities of the six towns, 1985-1992.

Master Plan Studies for 50 Villages: Comprehensive land use and zoning plans including the preparation of all documentation, regulations, and implementation programs.  The studies involved preparation of appropriate photo-grammetric maps, household surveys, field investigations and in-depth assessments of needs and development potentials.  Client: Village Councils, 1984-1994.

Ein As-Sultan Irrigation Rehabilitation Project:  Construction management for Ein As-Sutlan rehabilitation project which include the following components: installation of 35 km in length UPVC pipes in for main branches complete with all accompanying irrigation outlets, all associated manholes, hydrant boxes, surface boxes, valve chambers …etc, and construction of pumping facility at the spring site including all necessary electromechanical equipment (pumps, diesel generator). The project cost is US$ 2.5 millions. Client: IFAD through ANERA, 2000.

Ein As-Sultan Refuge Camp Water Distribution System: Construction management for Ein As Sultan refuge camp water distribution system which include the following components: construction of water reservoir with capacity of 750 m3, construction of the transmission line (from the spring up to the reservoir, construction of the water distribution networks, rehabilitation of the existing pumping station, and construction of the house connections and house holds. The project encompasses installation of abut 15 km of high density polyethylene pipes of diameters ranging form 20mm up to 250mm with all the necessary fittings, valves, house connections and house holds components. The project cost is about US$ 1.2 million client: PWA – USAID (2000). 

Ramallah & Al Bireh District Sewage Management Master Plan- Bridging Project: The immediate objectives of the project are to facilitate and speed up the establishment of the Central Regional Water Supply and Sewerage Undertaking (CWSSU), assist in coordinating the physical developments taking place during the interim period, and develop training plans to be utilized by the WSSUS after establishment. The newly launched project will be carried out by Plancenter Ltd. in association with CEP. It was initiated in accordance with the recommendations of the Conceptual Master Plan for Sewerage Management in Ramallah District (CMPSM), prepared in 1996, since studies under the CMPSM showed that the existing sewerage situation needed urgent improvement. Client: UNDP, 1999-2001.

Municipal Solid Waste Management Project: The principal objective is to build operational capacity for improved management of solid waste [collection, transport, and disposal] in the West Bank.  The project focused on two pilot areas: the northern region (Jenin and surrounding villages) and southern region (Hebron and surrounding village) both of  approximately 500,000 capita. The tasks of the project are: 1) Carry out an assessment of the existing institutional environment and organizational capacities for the Ministry of Environmental Affairs, Ministry of Local Government, relevant municipalities and the Joint Services Councils; 2) Provide recommendations for the implementation of a solid waste management investment project; 3) Organizational development at targeted beneficiaries; and 4) technical assistance and training in current SWM methods. As part of the project, the Consultant Team prepared manuals and procedural guidelines and conducted many training sessions related to legal / regulatory framework, institutional/ organizational framework and project implementation in Integrated Solid Waste Management Program (ISWMP). The project was carried out in association with SADAT Associates Inc. and ECODIT of USA. 

Operation and Maintenance Support to the Common Services Council in Northern Gaza: The assignment is a full support in the O&M of water and wastewater systems in Gaza North Governorate.  The activities covered the day to day assistance in the O&M, the development of O&M manuals and records, comprehensive training program for all levels of staff, the assessment of safety measures applied at the water and wastewater facilities and recommended actions to be taken, the development of a reporting system in addition to creating database.  Client PWA, 2001. 

Fixed Assets Valuation for the JWU and Al Bireh Municipality: The main objective of the Project is to establish a proper and up-to-date Valued Fixed Assets Registers with relevance to the water supply and distribution services provided by Jerusalem Water Undertaking (JWU) and with relevance to the wastewater services provided by Al Bireh Municipality.  The project also aims to ensure a self-reliant and proper updating and valuation of the worked out Fixed Assets Register, check the relevant adopted procedures and available hardware and software, propose adequate improvement measures including required training and acquisition of needed hardware and software packages. It is carried out by Sa’adi Farrage Orfaly (SFO), in association with CEP.

Dura Solid Waste Management Project – Hebron: Technical consultancy services for Save the Children (SC) and JSC for solid waste in Dura area. The objective of this project is to build the institutional capacity for Dura joint services council, the works include but not limited to preparation of hands on training for JSC and local council in the areas of SW regulation, planning and public awareness, preparation of procedural guidelines and operational manuals which include human resources management, roles and responsibilities of the JSC, manual on developing solid waste collection services, manual on health and safety measures in sanitary landfill, safety measures in solid waste collection, public awareness activities, guidelines for solid waste management business plan and cost recovery, and operation and monitoring of sanitary landfills.  For each of the above mentioned guidelines and operation manuals training workshops have been held. Client: Save the Children (SC), 2002.

Irrigation System in the Nuweimeh Village, Jordan Valley: Services included data collection, investigations, conceptual and detailed designs, and preparation of tender documents for the irrigation system and networks in Nuweimeh village.

Erection of Steel Support Structure  for Nuweimeh Existing Irrigation System – Jericho: Work includes installation of 30 m steel pipeline of 400 mm diameter and a steel support of 20 m height for supporting the existing irrigation pipeline over a steep wadi. Client: USAID through ANERA / Project Value: US$ 50,000.

Zbeidat  and Maj Na’jah Water Distribution Networks Water Tanks: Construction management services. Construction of 2 concrete water tanks, one 250m³, and the other 500m³, and installation of distribution networks of 3”-6” steel pipes.

Environmental and Social Impact Assessment for Installation of Water Distribution Networks at Bidya and Kufr Qallil – Nablus: Work included data collection, scoping sessions and preparation of the environmental and social impact assessment report.  Client: PWA.

Design of Halhoul Dump Site: The objectives of the project are to prepare the detailed design and tender documents for 10 dunums dump site, serving the Halhoul area in Hebron district. The works include preparation of detailed design for the lining system, drainage channels for leachate, channel design for diversion of rainfall, collecting unit for leachate, with recommendations for treatment method, and preparation of the BOQ and cost estimate. Client: Save the Children (SC).

Emergency Employment Generation Program Review Project (EEGP): The project purpose is to evaluate the progress made against stated intermediate results of EEGP and to access the implemental process highlighting areas for increased efficiencies and effectiveness.  The consulting aimed to determine project progress (both quantitative and qualitative) against objectives and intermediate results, the added value in program implementation, to identify the main challenges, concern and how they were tackled, to access the developmental impact on the community as a whole. Client: Save the Children (SC)