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Construction of a Small Malaria Treatment Hospital in Sudan
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Construction of a Small Malaria Treatment Hospital in Sudan

UNICEF Organization proposes to construct a fully equipped small hospital dedicated to malaria diagnosis, treatment, and prevention in one of Sudan's most malaria-affected regions. The facility will serve approximately 50,000 - 75,000 people annually, including displaced populations, host communities, and vulnerable groups such as pregnant women and children under five. Malaria remains one of the deadliest diseases in Sudan. As of February 2026, Sudan is facing a major malaria outbreak alongside ongoing conflict, displacement, and health system collapse . This hospital will provide life-saving care to communities currently cut off from health services.

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TECHNICAL AND FINANCIAL PROPOSAL

Project: Construction of a Small Malaria Treatment Hospital in Sudan

Submitted by: Humanity Organization

Location: [Target State – e.g., White Nile, Gedaref, Kassala, or Darfur], Sudan


SECTION A: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Project Title: Emergency Malaria Treatment Hospital Construction Project

Location: [Specify State/Locality], Sudan

Duration: [12-18 Months]

Total Budget: [To be calculated based on unit costs below]

Humanity Organization proposes to construct a fully equipped small hospital dedicated to malaria diagnosis, treatment, and prevention in one of Sudan's most malaria-affected regions. The facility will serve approximately 50,000 - 75,000 people annually, including displaced populations, host communities, and vulnerable groups such as pregnant women and children under five.

Malaria remains one of the deadliest diseases in Sudan. As of February 2026, Sudan is facing a major malaria outbreak alongside ongoing conflict, displacement, and health system collapse . This hospital will provide life-saving care to communities currently cut off from health services.

SECTION B: BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION

B.1 The Malaria Crisis in Sudan

Sudan is facing a catastrophic malaria outbreak. The World Health Organization (WHO) has documented alarming numbers:

  • Thousands of suspected malaria cases in recent outbreaks across multiple states

  • Over 70% of health facilities are non-functional in conflict-affected areas, leaving patients without care

  • Pregnant women and children under five are most vulnerable, with malaria being a leading cause of maternal and child mortality

  • Displacement has scattered millions into camps with no access to health services, where malaria spreads rapidly

  • Disease outbreaks overlap – malaria, cholera, measles, and dengue fever are occurring simultaneously, overwhelming what little health infrastructure remains

The Ministry of Health has reported malaria outbreaks in:

  • White Nile State

  • Gedaref State

  • Kassala State

  • Darfur States (North, South, Central, West)

  • Kordofan States (North and South)

  • Al Jazirah State

  • River Nile State

  • Northern State

In White Nile State, the outbreak began in October 2025 and was still ongoing as of February 2026 . Overcrowded transit centers and reception areas for newly displaced people are particularly affected, with limited access to healthcare .

B.2 Why a Small Hospital?

While primary health centers and mobile clinics provide essential services, severe malaria cases require:

  • Inpatient care for complicated cases (cerebral malaria, severe anemia, respiratory distress)

  • Intravenous (IV) artesunate administration and monitoring

  • Blood transfusion services for severe anemia

  • 24-hour observation for patients at risk of deterioration

  • Maternity services for pregnant women with malaria

  • Isolation capacity for patients with overlapping infections

A small, strategically located hospital fills the critical gap between basic health posts and overwhelmed regional hospitals that are hours or days away.

B.3 Target Beneficiaries

  • Direct: 50,000 - 75,000 patients annually seeking malaria diagnosis and treatment

  • Priority Groups:

    • Children under five with severe malaria

    • Pregnant women requiring specialized care

    • Displaced populations in nearby camps and settlements

    • Host communities with no access to secondary care

    • Patients with complicated or recurrent malaria

    • Cases requiring blood transfusion or intensive monitoring

B.4 Geographic Targeting

The hospital will be located in a high-burden area based on:

  • Ministry of Health malaria surveillance data

  • Presence of displaced populations and overcrowded camps

  • Distance to nearest functional health facility

  • Accessibility for surrounding communities

  • Security and stability for ongoing operations

Priority states: White Nile, Gedaref, Kassala, South Darfur, or South Kordofan

SECTION C: PROJECT OBJECTIVES

C.1 Overall Objective

To reduce morbidity and mortality from malaria in targeted communities of Sudan through the construction and operation of a dedicated, fully equipped malaria treatment hospital.

C.2 Specific Objectives

  1. To construct a small, fully equipped hospital with capacity for 30-50 inpatient beds and dedicated malaria treatment services.

  2. To provide 24/7 access to quality malaria diagnosis and treatment, including for severe and complicated cases.

  3. To establish maternity services with capacity to manage malaria in pregnancy.

  4. To create a referral hub for peripheral health facilities and mobile clinics.

  5. To build local health worker capacity through training and mentorship.

  6. To integrate malaria prevention services including insecticide-treated net distribution and health education.

  7. To contribute to disease surveillance and outbreak detection.

SECTION D: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGN

D.1 Hospital Design Overview

The hospital will be designed as a single-story structure with reinforced concrete construction, suitable for Sudan's climate and built to international health facility standards.

ComponentSpecification
Total Land Area5,000 - 7,000 square meters
Built-up Area1,500 - 2,000 square meters
Construction TypeReinforced concrete frame, masonry walls, metal roofing
Walls20 cm hollow concrete blocks with plaster and paint
FlooringCeramic tiles (patient areas), epoxy (laboratory/pharmacy)
WindowsAluminum frames with insect screens
DoorsMetal doors with locking mechanisms
RoofInsulated metal sheeting with ceiling boards
ElectricalComplete wiring, lighting, power outlets, backup generator
PlumbingComplete water supply, drainage, and sewage system
Water SupplyBorehole with storage tanks (10,000+ liters)
SanitationSeptic system with soakaway pits

D.2 Hospital Departments and Rooms

DepartmentRooms/SpaceSpecifications
Outpatient DepartmentReception, waiting area, 3 consultation roomsTriage, registration, initial consultations
Inpatient Ward30-50 beds in multi-bed roomsAdult male, adult female, pediatric separate areas
Intensive Care Unit4-6 beds with monitoring equipmentFor severe malaria, cerebral malaria cases
Maternity UnitLabor room, postnatal beds, newborn cornerFor pregnant women with malaria
Emergency Room24/7 emergency treatment areaResuscitation, initial stabilization
LaboratorySample collection, microscopy, rapid diagnosticsMalaria microscopy, blood typing, basic chemistry
PharmacyStorage, dispensing areaAntimalarials, IV fluids, essential medicines
Blood BankRefrigerated storage, cross-matching areaFor severe anemia cases requiring transfusion
Isolation Room2-4 bedsFor patients with overlapping infectious diseases
Sterilization RoomAutoclave, instrument processingInfection prevention and control
AdministrationOffices, meeting room, staff roomManagement and coordination
Kitchen and LaundryFood preparation, laundry servicesFor inpatient meals and linens
Store RoomsMedical supplies, equipment, general storesSecure storage
Staff Accommodation4-6 small unitsFor on-call and remote staff
Mortuary2-body capacity with coolingTemporary storage

D.3 Essential Equipment and Furniture

CategoryItems
Diagnostic EquipmentMicroscopes, Rapid Diagnostic Test (RDT) supplies, hemoglobin meters, glucometers, basic chemistry analyzers
Treatment EquipmentIV infusion pumps, oxygen concentrators, suction machines, nebulizers
Emergency EquipmentResuscitation trolleys, defibrillator, emergency drugs
Maternity EquipmentDelivery beds, fetal monitors, neonatal resuscitation equipment
Laboratory EquipmentCentrifuges, microscopes, refrigerator, basic reagents
Cold ChainVaccine refrigerators, cold boxes, temperature monitors
FurnitureHospital beds, bedside lockers, examination tables, waiting area seating, office furniture
Utility EquipmentBackup generator (50-75 KVA), water pumps, water storage tanks
Ambulance1 fully equipped ambulance for referrals

D.4 Malaria-Specific Medical Supplies (Annual)

ItemEstimated Annual Quantity
Artesunate injection (IV)5,000 vials
Artemether-lumefantrine (AL) courses20,000 courses
Quinine injection2,000 vials
Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs)30,000 tests
Microscopy slides and stains50,000 tests
IV fluids (normal saline, Ringer's lactate)10,000 liters
Blood transfusion supplies500 units equivalent
Insecticide-treated nets (ITNs)10,000 nets
Sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine (IPTp for pregnancy)3,000 doses

SECTION E: IMPLEMENTATION APPROACH

E.1 Implementation Phases

PhaseActivitiesTimeline
Phase 1: Site Selection and PreparationNeeds assessment, land acquisition, site survey, soil testing, community consultationsMonth 1-3
Phase 2: Design and TenderingArchitectural and engineering design, tender documentation, contractor selectionMonth 3-5
Phase 3: ConstructionSite preparation, foundation, structure, roofing, finishing worksMonth 5-12
Phase 4: Equipment Procurement and InstallationMedical equipment procurement, installation, testingMonth 10-14
Phase 5: Staff Recruitment and TrainingHiring medical staff, orientation, malaria protocol trainingMonth 12-15
Phase 6: Commissioning and HandoverFinal inspection, community event, operational handoverMonth 15-16
Phase 7: Operational SupportInitial operational support, monitoring, technical assistanceMonth 16-24

E.2 Construction Standards

All construction will comply with:

  • Sudan Ministry of Health health facility guidelines

  • WHO standards for health infrastructure

  • Sphere standards for health facilities in humanitarian settings

  • Local building codes and regulations

  • Infection prevention and control (IPC) design principles

E.3 Staffing Plan

PositionNumber
Medical Doctor (with malaria training)2-3
Medical Officer/Clinical Officer3-4
Nurse/Midwife10-12
Laboratory Technician2-3
Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician2
Community Health Worker4-6
Administrator1
Finance/Logistics Officer1
Cleaner/Support Staff4-6
Security Guard3-4
Total32-42 staff

E.4 Training and Capacity Building

  • Clinical training on national malaria treatment protocols (severe malaria, uncomplicated malaria, malaria in pregnancy)

  • Laboratory training on malaria microscopy and quality assurance

  • Infection prevention and control practices

  • Data collection and reporting for disease surveillance

  • Community health education for prevention and early care-seeking

SECTION F: SUSTAINABILITY AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

F.1 Operational Sustainability

MechanismDescription
Ministry of Health IntegrationHospital will be registered with and supported by the State Ministry of Health, ensuring alignment with national protocols and potential future staffing support
Cost RecoveryModest user fees for those able to pay; exemptions for vulnerable populations
Community Health CommitteesCommunity oversight and accountability
PartnershipsOngoing partnerships with malaria-focused organizations (e.g., Malaria Consortium, RBM Partnership)
Supply Chain IntegrationIntegration with national medical supply systems for essential medicines

F.2 Community Engagement

  • Formation of a Hospital Advisory Committee including community representatives

  • Community health workers recruited from target communities

  • Health education campaigns on malaria prevention, early treatment-seeking, and proper use of insecticide-treated nets

  • Regular community feedback mechanisms and suggestion boxes

F.3 Linkages with Other Services

The hospital will serve as a referral hub for:

  • Primary health centers and mobile clinics in the catchment area

  • Community health workers conducting active case finding

  • Village malaria workers in remote areas

SECTION G: MONITORING, EVALUATION, AND REPORTING

G.1 Key Performance Indicators

IndicatorTarget (Annual)
Number of outpatient consultations30,000 - 50,000
Number of confirmed malaria cases15,000 - 25,000
Number of severe malaria cases treated1,000 - 2,000
Number of pregnant women treated for malaria1,500 - 2,500
Number of children under five treated5,000 - 8,000
Malaria case fatality rate<1% (severe cases), <0.1% (all cases)
Percentage of suspected cases receiving diagnostic test>95%
Percentage of confirmed cases receiving appropriate treatment>95%
Number of insecticide-treated nets distributed10,000
Staff trained in malaria management100% of clinical staff
Community health education sessions50+ sessions

G.2 Monitoring Plan

  • Daily: Patient registers, medicine stock reports

  • Weekly: Malaria case reporting to Ministry of Health

  • Monthly: Internal progress reports, stock reconciliations

  • Quarterly: Community feedback surveys, quality assessments

  • Annually: External evaluation, comprehensive data analysis

G.3 Reporting

Humanity Organization will provide:

  • Monthly operational reports

  • Quarterly donor reports (narrative and financial)

  • Annual impact report

  • Outbreak alerts and rapid reporting

SECTION H: BUDGET AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION

H.1 Estimated Construction Costs

ItemUnit Cost (USD)QuantityTotal (USD)
Land acquisition (if not donated)50,000150,000
Site preparation and grading20,000120,000
Building construction (per m²)8001,800 m²1,440,000
Borehole and water system25,000125,000
Electrical installation40,000140,000
Plumbing and sanitation35,000135,000
Backup generator (75 KVA)15,000115,000
Solar power system (optional)30,000130,000
Fencing and security15,000115,000
Landscaping and pathways10,000110,000
Subtotal Construction


1,680,000

H.2 Estimated Medical Equipment and Furniture Costs

CategoryCost (USD)
Diagnostic equipment (microscopes, lab equipment)80,000
Treatment equipment (infusion pumps, oxygen, suction)60,000
Emergency and resuscitation equipment40,000
Maternity equipment50,000
Furniture (beds, lockers, waiting area, offices)70,000
Pharmacy shelving and cold chain25,000
Kitchen and laundry equipment20,000
Ambulance50,000
Subtotal Equipment395,000

H.3 Estimated Medical Supplies (First Year)

ItemCost (USD)
Antimalarial medicines (IV and oral)80,000
Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs)30,000
Laboratory reagents and consumables25,000
IV fluids and medical consumables40,000
Blood transfusion supplies15,000
Insecticide-treated nets (10,000)50,000
Infection prevention supplies20,000
Subtotal Medical Supplies260,000

H.4 Estimated Operational Costs (First Year)

ItemCost (USD)
Staff salaries and benefits (35 staff)250,000
Utilities (water, electricity, fuel)40,000
Maintenance and repairs25,000
Vehicle operation (ambulance)15,000
Staff training and development20,000
Community health activities15,000
Subtotal Operations365,000

H.5 Project Management and Support

ItemCost (USD)
Project management (construction phase)60,000
Technical supervision (engineers, architects)40,000
Monitoring and evaluation25,000
Reporting and communication10,000
Contingency (10% of construction)168,000
Subtotal Management303,000

H.6 Total Project Budget

CategoryCost (USD)
Construction1,680,000
Medical Equipment and Furniture395,000
Medical Supplies (First Year)260,000
Operational Costs (First Year)365,000
Project Management and Support303,000
GRAND TOTAL3,003,000

H.7 Alternative Donor Packages

Donation LevelImpact
$3,000,000Complete hospital construction, equipment, and first-year operations
$1,500,000Hospital building shell (construction complete, equipment not included)
$500,000Medical equipment package for full hospital
$250,000First-year medical supplies (medicines, diagnostics, nets)
$100,000Maternity unit equipment and supplies
$50,000Laboratory equipment package
$25,000Ambulance vehicle
$10,0002,000 insecticide-treated nets

SECTION I: RISK MANAGEMENT

RiskLikelihoodImpactMitigation
Security situation deterioratesHighHighSite selection in stable areas; security protocols; remote management options
Supply chain disruptionsMediumHighAdvance procurement; multiple suppliers; buffer stocks
Staff recruitment challengesMediumMediumCompetitive salaries; housing provided; partnerships with Ministry of Health
Community resistanceLowMediumEarly and continuous community engagement; local hiring
Funding shortfallsMediumHighPhased implementation; donor diversification
Malaria drug resistanceLowHighAdherence to national protocols; regular efficacy monitoring
Flooding/weather damageMediumMediumProper site selection; drainage design; robust construction

SECTION J: QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

J.1 Humanity Organization Capabilities

Humanity Organization has:

  • Proven experience in health infrastructure projects in challenging environments

  • Established network of local partners and contractors in Sudan

  • Technical staff with experience in hospital construction and health programming

  • Strong financial management and donor reporting systems

  • Commitment to transparency, accountability, and humanitarian principles

J.2 Key Personnel

PositionQualifications
Project Manager10+ years experience in health infrastructure projects
Senior Architect/EngineerLicensed professional with hospital design experience
Health Program ManagerMedical doctor or public health specialist with malaria expertise
M&E OfficerExperience in health program monitoring
Finance OfficerStrong background in donor financial management

J.3 Compliance

Humanity Organization will comply with:

  • Sudan Ministry of Health regulations and standards

  • WHO technical guidelines for malaria treatment

  • Sphere standards for health facilities

  • Donor procurement and financial guidelines

  • Local laws and registration requirements

SECTION K: PARTNERSHIPS AND COORDINATION

Humanity Organization will coordinate with:

PartnerRole
Federal Ministry of HealthRegistration, protocols, surveillance integration
State Ministry of HealthSite approval, staff support, referral coordination
WHOTechnical support, malaria guidelines, outbreak coordination
UNICEFChild health, maternal health, supply support
Health ClusterCoordination with other health actors
Local Health AuthoritiesDay-to-day coordination, community engagement
Community LeadersSite selection, community buy-in, feedback

SECTION L: CONTACT INFORMATION

Humanity Organization

[Address]

[Phone/WhatsApp]

[Email]

[Website]

Authorized Signatory:

[Name and Title]

Date: ____________________

SECTION M: APPENDICES

  • Appendix A: Detailed architectural drawings and site plan

  • Appendix B: Engineering specifications and materials list

  • Appendix C: Medical equipment list with specifications

  • Appendix D: Malaria treatment protocols (based on WHO and Sudan Ministry of Health)

  • Appendix E: CVs of key personnel

  • Appendix F: Previous health project references

  • Appendix G: Letters of support (to be obtained from Ministry of Health, community leaders)

  • Appendix H: Environmental impact assessment

  • Appendix I: Staff organigram and job descriptions

  • Appendix J: Community engagement plan

  • Appendix K: Sustainability plan

End of Proposal

Additional Notes for Your Tender Submission:

  1. Ministry of Health Coordination: Ensure you have preliminary discussions with the State Ministry of Health in your target location before submission. Their support will be critical for approval and sustainability.

  2. Site Selection: If you haven't selected a specific site, propose a needs-based selection process with clear criteria and indicate that final site will be determined in consultation with health authorities.

  3. Malaria Data: Reference the most recent Ministry of Health malaria data for your target state to justify the intervention. The search results confirm ongoing outbreaks in White Nile, Gedaref, Kassala, and other states as of February 2026 .

  4. Integration: Emphasize how the hospital will integrate with existing health services (referrals from PHCCs, mobile clinics, community health workers) rather than duplicating or competing.

  5. Sustainability: Donors are increasingly concerned about sustainability. Your plan for Ministry of Health integration, community committees, and cost recovery demonstrates long-term thinking.

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