In alignment with its national mandate, the Ministry of Public Works, Reconstruction & Housing (MPWR&H) provides a wide range of essential services aimed at regulating and supporting the construction, housing, and infrastructure sectors in Somalia. These services include:
1. Construction Regulation & Certification
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Certification of Construction Companies – Issuing licenses to qualified construction firms to ensure technical and legal compliance.
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Certification of Construction Technicians – Verifying the skills and credentials of individual professionals working in the construction sector.
2. Project Oversight & Quality Assurance
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Supervision of Construction Projects – Monitoring and evaluating construction activities to ensure adherence to standards and timelines.
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Confirmation of Completion Certificates – Issuing official confirmation upon satisfactory project completion.
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Compliance Certification – Ensuring that projects meet regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.
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Quality Control of Construction Materials – Testing and approving raw materials used in construction to guarantee durability and safety.
3. Design & Planning Approvals
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Approval of National Designs – Reviewing and endorsing architectural and engineering designs for public projects.
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Urban Plan Appeals – Reviewing and adjudicating appeals related to urban development plans and zoning regulations.
4. Procurement & Contracting
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Management of Bidding Processes – Facilitating transparent and competitive tendering for public construction contracts.
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Approval of Public Procurement – Endorsing procurement plans and ensuring alignment with national policies and standards.
5. Land, Housing & Registration Services
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Cadastral Registration of Permanent Houses – Recording and certifying the ownership and location of permanent residential properties.
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Tenancy Management of Public Housing – Administering the leasing and management of government-owned residential units.
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Registration of Construction Material Handcraft Cooperatives – Supporting and formalizing cooperative groups producing local construction materials.
6. Infrastructure Regulation
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Enforcement of Highway Regulations – Overseeing compliance with safety and operational standards on national roadways.
