rehabilitation works for zarqa south convent jordan

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1 LATIN PATRIARCHATE OF JERUSALEM project proposal rehabilitation works for zarqa south convent jordan ga 074/16 - Rev. 01 General Administration Project Development Office november 2016

2 rehabilitation works for zarqa south convent - jordan The Son of God became incarnate in the souls of men to instill the feeling of brotherhood. All are brothers and all children of God. (H.H. Pope Francis) THE LATIN PATRIARCHATE The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem (LPJ) was restored in 1847, and since then is promoting the best interests of the local communities it serves. Today, the Patriarchal Diocese oversees about 150,000 faithful in four countries, Israel, Palestine, Jordan and Cyprus, covering a rich tapestry of cultures, languages, religions and traditions. Serving all with special emphasis on the support and care of indigenous Holy Land Christians remains the enduring mission of the Mother Church, the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem. BACKGROUND Zarqa is a city in Jordan located to the northeast of Amman. After Amman and Irbid, it is the country s third largest city. The meaning of its name is: the blue one. Zarqa is Jordan s industrial center, home to over 50% of Jordanian factories. The growth of industry in the city is the result of low real estate prices and proximity to the capital, Amman. The city of Zarqa was established by immigrants from the Caspian Sea region at the beginning of the twentieth century, initially on the banks of the Zarqa River, the population grew steadily with the construction of the Hejaz railway by the Ottomans. The bases of the Jordanian army, formerly called the Arab Legion, were located in Zarqa. Situated in the south area of Zarqa, the poorest part of the city, the schools students come mostly from the surrounding area refugee camps, which were well established before the foundation of the parish in At first, the school consisted of three classrooms divided by partitions, which were removed for the weekly Mass. The school was extended in 1979, and a multi-purpose hall was built. In 1998, classrooms were constructed in the building s basement. This provided four rooms for the Kindergarten with a good outside play area, partially covered giving shelter in wet or extremely hot weather. After grade 9, the students go to government or private schools. In order to develop social skills, students take an active part in events and competitions with other schools in the city. Many activities are held in the parish, organized by the parish priest and parish council, such as scout activities, youth movements, retreats, workshops, bazaars, parties and summer camps. 2 REHABILITATON WORKS FOR ZARQA SOUTH CONVENT - JORDAN

3 LOCATION/DEMOGRAPHICS Total Population of Zarqa South: 800,000 Total Number of Christians: 30,000 Total Number of Latin Christians: 15,000 PROJECT DESCRIPTION The parish priest apartment in Zarqa South does not offer suitable living conditions for the residents, and does not comply with the minimum health and safety standards for a residence. The bathroom and the rooms are very small, old and deteriorated. The existing kitchen is not functional, lacking very basic items considered essential and suitable for eating or living in this house. The parish office that is adjacent to the priest house is quite small, and does not offer proper space for the parish administrative work, when serving the community and parishioners. BENEFICIARIES The direct and ultimate beneficiaries of the project are: 1. The parish priest that will be able to live in a proper space with adequate living conditions for his coming years of service in the parish, and also for the future parish priests that will serve in Zarqa South. 2. The parishioners who will have proper office and administration space, when visiting and meeting with the parish priest. 3. The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem that strives to provide the best for its people and to allow the continuity of the LPJ biblical mission in serving its communities in the Holy Land. SCOPE OF WORK The scope of work will include the following: Removal of all damaged kitchen and bathrooms and re-partitioning. Upgrading of all the mechanical and electrical installations. Insulation of the building from inside as per the work requirements. REHABILITATION WORKS FOR ZARQA SOUTH CONVENT - JORDAN 3

4 EXECUTION/DURATION The technical team in Jordan have prepared all the necessary detail designs and budgets for this project. The completion of work will require four months from staring date. The work will be managed and supervised by the Project Service Department, and will comply with all LPJ internal contracting and supervision procedures. More details are available up on request. PROPOSED BUDGET Item Description Total amount in JOD 1 Civil, electrical and mechanical works 30, Design and tender documents Site supervision fees and management 1, Grand total cost estimate in JOD 33, Grand total cost estimate in USD Exchange rate: 1 JOD = USD , For further information, please contact the Project Development Office. 4 REHABILITATON WORKS FOR ZARQA SOUTH CONVENT - JORDAN

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7 LATIN PATRIARCHATE OF JERUSALEM Rev. Fr. Imad Twal General Administrator General Administration Office Jaffa Gate, P.O. Box Jerusalem Tel ceo@lpj.org