UNOPS offers service only assistance to fill voids in capacity or systems, when partners can implement the infrastructure projects themselves.
The primary difference between these and full implementation is the partner implements the project, while UNOPS assists only as requested. Partners retain project management responsibility and control. They procure and engage the contractors and consultants and UNOPS provide support on a fee basis.
Currently UNOPS offers two service only lines:
The Physical Infrastructure Design Unit (PIDU) is a global service centre which provides professional, cost effective and timely design and project documentation services to meet client needs worldwide. PIDU comprises a multidisciplinary team including architects, civil, mechanical and structural engineers, quantity surveyors, drafters and technical support.
Some partners require support to professionally supervise their infrastructure projects. UNOPS supervision service line can provide full time professional site supervision, with experience in the local context, and personnel who operate within clear and transparent rules and procedures.