KALOMO DISTRICT HOSPITAL PHASE 3 & ASSOCIATED EXTERNAL WORKS

Project Objective

To complete Phase 3 of Kalomo District Hospital by constructing three clinical wards (Male, Female and Children), finalising internal works, and completing associated external works and support housing. Executed by Trymate Zambia, this project will increase inpatient capacity, improve patient flow and clinical service delivery, and provide staff accommodation and site infrastructure necessary for a fully operational district hospital.

Scope of Work

The project includes internal works for the wards, construction of low-cost houses, and external infrastructure works as outlined below.

1. Internal Works — Wards (Male, Female & Children)

Site Clearing & Excavations

• Clearing and preparation of building footprints and enabling works for foundations.

• Excavations for footings, service trenches and drainage.

Concrete Works

• Foundations, reinforced concrete columns, beams and slabs as per structural design.

• Concrete screeds and floor finishes suitable for clinical use.

Brick/Block Works & Partitions

• External and internal block/brickwork to form ward envelopes, clinical rooms and corridors.

• Internal partitioning for ward bays, nurses’ stations, treatment rooms and ancillary spaces.

Roof Structures

• Erection of roof trusses/structural members and installation of roof sheeting, flashings and gutters.

Clinical Fit-Out (Internal Finishes)

• Hygienic wall finishes and paint systems suitable for healthcare environments.

• Durable, non-slip floor finishes easy to sanitise.

• Installation of sanitary ware, clinical sinks, hand-wash stations and waste points.

Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing Services

• Complete plumbing and drainage systems.

• Electrical installations including normal and emergency lighting, power for medical equipment and backup interfaces.

• Ventilation measures appropriate for ward environments and infection control.

Medical Gas / Special Systems

• Provision for medical gas piping and outlets if included in the client brief or future provision allowances.

2. Low-Cost Houses (6 units)

• Construction of six low-cost houses including foundations, superstructure, roofs, doors and windows.

• Internal finishes appropriate for residential use and basic fittings.

• Reticulation works connecting houses to site water and sewer systems.

• Pavements and paths within the housing cluster.

3. External Works

Landscaping & External Amenity

• Site grading, topsoiling, planting and finishing of grounds.

Perimeter Wall & Fence

• Security wall/fence to hospital boundary and gates for controlled access.

Paving & Circulation

• Paved walkways, emergency vehicle access routes, staff parking and drop-off areas.

Water Reticulation Systems

• External water mains, storage and distribution to serve hospital, staff housing and external services.

• Sewerage connections or septic systems where municipal sewer is unavailable.

Expected Outcomes

• Three fully completed and operational inpatient wards increasing hospital capacity and improving patient care.

• Six serviced staff houses supporting on-site accommodation and staff retention.

• Robust external infrastructure (water, access, security and landscaping) that enables safe, efficient hospital operations.

• Compliance with health sector standards for hygiene, infection control and patient safety.

Quality, Compliance & Health-Safety

• All works executed by Trymate Zambia to comply with Ministry of Health standards and relevant regulations.

• Infection-control oriented finishes and detailing in wards to support clinical workflows.

• Construction to follow health & safety plans, with infection prevention controls during works near existing hospital operations.

Conclusion

The completion of Kalomo District Hospital Phase 3, executed by Trymate Zambia, will significantly strengthen district-level health service delivery by expanding inpatient capacity and improving site infrastructure. With completed wards, staff housing and external works, the hospital will be better equipped to meet patient demand and provide safer, more reliable care to the local population.