With financial support from the European Union amounting to €9.1 million, the project enabled the modernization of the system through new equipment and advanced technology. Once fully operational, the system is expected to expand the irrigated area by nearly 4,000 hectares and significantly increase agricultural productivity in the region.

Around 7,000 farmers in the municipalities of Gjakova, Prizren, and Rahovec will benefit from more reliable water supply, more efficient management, and new employment opportunities in the agribusiness sector.

“It was a pleasure to engage with all the stakeholders who contributed to the success of the project. Hearing directly from farmers about the benefits of this modernized system clearly demonstrates the potential for increased production and diversification of agricultural crops,” said Megevand.

This cooperation between the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development of Kosovo, international partners and local institutions is directly contributing to strengthening agriculture and promoting rural economic development in Kosovo.

With the activation of the rehabilitated system, more than 4,000 hectares of agricultural land will now benefit from reliable and regular irrigation. The project was implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development of Kosovo and financed through a grant from the European Union, administered by the World Bank.

This strategic investment aims to increase the resilience of the agricultural sector through the rehabilitation and modernization of existing irrigation infrastructure, including primary and secondary canals, pumping stations, and water distribution structures at the farm level.

The project has contributed to reducing water losses, improving energy efficiency, and strengthening the institutional management of irrigation systems. The modernization of the infrastructure enables more efficient and reliable water distribution for farmers.

Thousands of farmers in the region are direct beneficiaries, gaining improved access to irrigation that allows them to cultivate higher value crops, expand cultivated land, and stabilize agricultural production.

Beyond its economic impact, the project has also strengthened local technical and administrative capacities, laying the foundation for long term rural development.

In this way, IRIS represents an important investment linking infrastructure development with improved livelihoods and the sustainable growth of agriculture in Kosovo.

During the visit, the pumping stations in Qerim and Janosh were inspected, where the execution of electrical and technical works was assessed. The pumping stations have been fully rehabilitated under the IRIS Project.

The visit also included inspections of basin locations and the contractor’s workshop to ensure that the works comply with project standards. In Prizren, the administrative offices were visited to review the renovation and rehabilitation works being carried out under the project.

Approximately 90 percent of the works under the first contract have been completed, including electrical works and the SCADA system, which is currently being finalized within the planned timeline.

As part of the visit, the overall work carried out at the Radoniqi–Dukagjini offices in Xërxë was also inspected, with a focus on operational management and the implementation of planned activities.

As a result of the project’s completion, it is expected that an additional 4,000 hectares of agricultural land will be brought under irrigation.

The IRIS Project is implemented under a partnership program between the European Commission and the World Bank, through a Donor Trust Fund Agreement, in cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development of the Republic of Kosovo. The project aims to improve water-use efficiency and increase agricultural productivity in Kosovo.

Project:                      Kosovo Improvement and Rehabilitation of Irrigation Systems

Project

Country:                    Republic of Kosovo

Project ID No.:          P179737

Bid/Contract Reference No: IRIS-1.1-RFB-W-004

Scope of Contract:                Electricity and SCADA System of Radoniqi – Dukagjini Irrigation Scheme”

Method of Selection:             NCB

Duration of Contract:          10 months

Contract Signature Date:     April, 2025

Evaluation Currency:          EURO

Evaluated Consultant(s)/Firm

Name:  Elektro Stublla SHPK, Kosovo

Address: Kosovo

Technical score: 57.22

Financial score: 30

Contract value: 1,570,604.53€

Request for Bids – Re Tender

Goods

(One-Envelope Bidding Process)

Employer:      Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development

Beneficiary:   Regional Irrigation Company “RADONIQI – DUKAGJINI”

Project:                      Kosovo Improvement and Rehabilitation of Irrigation Systems Project

Contract title:            Supply with TRUCK for Radoniqi – Dukagjini Irrigation Scheme

Country:                    Republic of Kosovo

Project ID No.:          179737

RFB No:                     IRIS-1.1-RFB-G-008

Issued on:                   April 23, 2025

1. The Government of Kosovo has received financing from the European Union Instrument for pre-accession II to the Republic of Kosovo for an Improvement and Rehabilitation of Irrigation Systems Project (IRIS). and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contract for “Supply with TRUCK for Radoniqi – Dukagjini Irrigation Scheme”. “For this contract, the Borrower shall process the payments using the Direct Payment disbursement method, as defined in the World Bank’s Disbursement Guidelines for Investment Project Financing, except for those payments, which the contract provides to be made through letter of credit.”
2. The Regional Irrigation Company “Radoniqi – Dukagjini” through Project Implementation Unit (PIU) of IRIS project now invites sealed Bids from eligible national Bidders for “Supply with TRUCK for Radoniqi – Dukagjini Irrigation Scheme”.
3. Bidding will be conducted through national competitive procurement using a Request for Bids (RFB) as specified in the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” Fifth Edition, September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), and is open to all eligible Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations. (“Procurement Regulations”) and is open to all eligible Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations.
4. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from PIU, Ms. Valentina Duka, Procurement Specialist, email vduka.iris@gmail.com and inspect the bidding document during office hours and inspect the bidding document during office hours 09.00 to 16.00 hours at the address given below.
5. The bidding document in English may be obtained by interested eligible Bidders upon the submission of a written application to the address below and are free of charge. The document will be sent by email.
6. Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before May 14, 2025. Electronic Bidding will NOT be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the Bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend at the address below May 14, 2025 at 14:00hrs.
7. All Bids must be accompanied by a Bid Security issued by Bank or Insurance Companies:

The bid security of the tender should be submitted in the sum of 1,700.00 Euro.

Validity for the security of tender is 150 days from the date of the bid opening.

8. Attention is drawn to the Procurement Regulations requiring the Borrower to disclose information on the successful bidder’s beneficial ownership, as part of the Contract Award Notice, using the Beneficial Ownership Disclosure Form as included in the bidding document.
9. The address(es) referred to above is:

Project Implementation Unit (PIU)

Kosovo Improvement and Rehabilitation of Irrigation Systems Project (IRIS)

Address: “Square Zahir Pajaziti”, entry 74, 7th Floor, Nr.36

10000 Pristina, Kosova

Attention: Valentina Duka, Procurement Specialist

vduka.iris@gmail.com  

Project:                      Kosovo Improvement and Rehabilitation of Irrigation Systems

Project

Country:                    Republic of Kosovo

Project ID No.:          P179737

Contract title:            Supply with TRUCK for Radoniqi – Dukagjini Irrigation Scheme

Country:                    Republic of Kosovo

Project ID No.:          179737

RFB No:                     IRIS-1.1-RFB-G-008

EVALUATED CONSULTANT(S)/FIRM

Name:  VALA SHPK

Address: Kosovo

“The assignment has been canceled as the sole company that submitted a dossier exceeded the allocated budget.”

Request for Bids

Goods

(One-Envelope Bidding Process)

Employer:      Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Development

Beneficiary:   Regional Irrigation Company “RADONIQI – DUKAGJINI”

Project:          Kosovo Improvement and Rehabilitation of Irrigation Systems Project

Contract title:            Supply with TRUCK for Radoniqi – Dukagjini Irrigation Scheme

Country:                    Republic of Kosovo

Project ID No.:          179737

RFB No:                     IRIS-1.1-RFB-G-008

Bids must be delivered to the address below on or before April 04, 2025. Electronic Bidding will

NOT be permitted. Late Bids will be rejected. Bids will be publicly opened in the presence of the

Bidders’ designated representatives and anyone who chooses to attend at the address below April

04, 2025 at 14:00hrs.

The address(es) referred to above is:

Project Implementation Unit (PIU)

Kosovo Improvement and Rehabilitation of Irrigation Systems Project (IRIS)

Address: “Square Zahir Pajaziti”, entry 74, 7th Floor, Nr.36

10000 Pristina, Kosova

Attention: Valentina Duka, Procurement Specialist

vduka.iris@gmail.com  

Attendees expressed strong support for the project, particularly emphasizing the importance of addressing the region’s irrigation challenges. The meetings also provided an opportunity for residents to meet the works contractor and supervisor, gaining a deeper understanding of the project’s execution and addressing any concerns.

Residents were reminded that they could contact RIC Radoniqi and the PIU for any concerns through the grievance mechanism, ensuring open communication throughout the project. Additionally, five local residents were voluntarily appointed to the Community Engagement Group, which will closely monitor the project’s implementation and report any concerns.

In conclusion, the meetings fostered community involvement, mutual understanding, and collaboration, which are essential for the successful implementation of the project.