{"rows":20,"os":"0","page":"1","total":"27740","procnotices":[{"id":"OP00464402","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-07T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:00","project_ctry_name":"Uzbekistan","project_id":"P508451","project_name":"Livable and Productive Cities Operation","bid_reference_no":"LPCP/QCBS/25/01","bid_description":"Consulting firm for Annual Performance Assessments","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"Tashkent, Niyozbek yuli 1","contact_ctry_name":"Uzbekistan","contact_email":"elmurodavazov36@gmail.com","contact_name":"Elmurod Avazov","contact_organization":"Project Coordination Office under the Ministry of Economy and Finance","contact_phone_no":"+998945190050","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST<br />(CONSULTING SERVICES &ndash; FIRMS SELECTION)</p><p>Republic of Uzbekistan<br />Uzbekistan Livable and Productive Cities Operation<br />Loan No. IBRD 9884-UZ</p><p>Assignment Title: Consulting services for Annual Performance Assessments<br />Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): LPCP/QCBS/25/01</p><p>The Republic of Uzbekistan has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Uzbekistan Livable and Productive Cities Operation, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.</p><p>The consulting services (&ldquo;the Services&rdquo;) include services of Independent Verification Agent (IVA) for Annual Performance Assessment (APA) during the period of 2027-2030 in total scope of 190 person-days.</p><p>For a detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for this project, please send an email to the address given below.</p><p>The Program Coordination Office of the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan (PCO) now invites eligible consulting firms (&ldquo;Consultants&rdquo;) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are:<br />- independent third-party organization with demonstrated experience in at least three relevant projects and a permanent establishment of no fewer than ten full-time professionals, with expertise covering local governance, public sector planning and budgeting, public financial management and accounting, stakeholder consultation and process facilitation, as well as data validation, performance monitoring, compliance audits, and field verification.;<br />- track record of high standards of integrity, as reflected in ISO status and/or internal protocols regarding ethical standards, integrity and preventing corruption;<br />- turn-over of at least USD 350,000 equivalent as per the last available financial audit (not older than 2 years.<br />Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.13, 3.15, and 3.16 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers&rdquo; September 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement Regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest.</p><p>Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications, but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.</p><p>A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.</p><p>Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 09:00 to 17:00 hours.</p><p>Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by 17:00 hours, 07 September 2026.</p><p>Program Coordination Office of the Ministry of<br />Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan<br />Attn: Mr. Elmurod Avazov, Director of PCO<br />1, Niyozbek yoli street<br />100084, Tashkent, Uzbekistan<br />Tel: +998950000515<br />E-mail: mirsaid.mirabdullaev@mail.ru hasan.magdiev@gmail.com</p>"},{"id":"OP00462607","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-16T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"14:00","project_ctry_name":"Nigeria","project_id":"P179684","project_name":"Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria Project","bid_reference_no":"FMWR&S/SPIN/QCBS/CS/2026/19A","bid_description":"CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR DESIGN REVIEW, DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION FOR THE REHABILITATION OF DOMA AND GALALA DAMS IN NASARAWA AND BAUCHI STATES","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation\nAbuja","contact_ctry_name":"Nigeria","contact_email":"ipinlaye2025@gmail.com","contact_name":"Engr. Ipinlaye  Olaiya","contact_organization":"Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation","contact_phone_no":"07067529747","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA</strong></p><p><strong>FEDERAL MINISTRY OF WATER RESOURCES AND SANITATION</strong></p><p><strong>S</strong><strong>USTAINABLE POWER AND IRRIGATION FOR NIGERIA(SPIN) PROJECT</strong>&nbsp;</p><p><strong><strong>Country: Nigeria</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>Project ID No: P</strong></strong><strong><strong>179684</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>IDA </strong></strong><strong><strong>Credit No:</strong></strong><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong><strong>IDA76370</strong></strong></p><p><strong>Assignment Title: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><strong><strong>CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR DESIGN REVIEW, DETAILED ENGINEERING DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION FOR THE REHABILITATION OF DOMA AND GALALA DAMS IN NASARAWA AND BAUCHI STATES</strong></strong></p><p><strong>Reference No</strong>.<strong><strong>FMWR&amp;S/SPIN/QCBS/CS/2026/19A</strong></strong></p><p>The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN), through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation (FMWRS)&nbsp;is currently implementing the <strong><em><strong><em>Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) Project &nbsp;</em></strong></em></strong>with a credit received from the International Development Association (IDA) and it intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.</p><p>The SPIN Project is designed to strengthen dam safety and improve the management of water resources for hydropower, irrigation, flood management and climate resilience in selected areas of Nigeria. The Federal Government of Nigeria is undertaking the rehabilitation and safety improvement of selected federal dams and associated hydraulic appurtenances, including detailed engineering design, preparation of rehabilitation measures, and construction supervision services to enhance structural integrity, operational reliability, and long-term climate resilience.</p><p><strong><strong>The objective of the Assignment: </strong></strong></p><p>The overall objective of the assignment is to undertake design review, producing the design and engineering drawings, technical specifications, works requirements, the bill of quantities&nbsp;and construction supervision for the rehabilitation of Doma and Galala Dams and associated hydraulic appurtenances. The Consultant shall review and utilize the findings, conclusions and recommendations of the Dam Safety Review Panel of Experts (DSRPoE)&nbsp;Dam Safety Assessment Reports as the technical basis for the assignment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the Consultancy Services can be found at the following link&nbsp;Doma and Galala link:<u><u>https://1drv.ms/w/c/27ae132c0b4b71fe/IQCxiF0AGdCTTbXw4JbJCBu8ARpQuzRETxGxSb678Fq_DUs?e=HGhJcY</u></u></p><p>The Federal Ministry of Water Resources through its Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) of the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN)&nbsp;project now invites eligible consulting firms (&ldquo;Consultants&rdquo;) to indicate their interest in providing the Service. Interested firms must provide sufficient and verifiable information demonstrating that they possess the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.</p><p><strong>The Short-Listing Criteria are:</strong></p><ol><li>Proven evidence of general experience of Consultancy in water resources management, dam engineering and dam safety;</li><li>Demonstrated experience of at least ten (10) years&nbsp;in providing consultancy services related to construction supervision and contract administration of infrastructure projects, with relevant experience in areas such as dam engineering, dam safety, rehabilitation and improvement of dams and associated hydraulic structures, detailed engineering design, and construction supervision of water resources infrastructure.</li><li>The firm shall demonstrate its technical and managerial capabilities in&nbsp;engineering design and construction supervision of water resources infrastructure.</li></ol><p>Note: Firms should provide details of relevant assignments, including the name and location of the assignment, client, contract value, duration, scope of services, and the firm&#39;s specific role and responsibilities. Key experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.</p><p>Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the World Bank&rsquo;s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, 7th Edition (September 2025) (&ldquo;Procurement Regulations&rdquo;), and open to all eligible firms as defined therein.</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.15 and 3.16 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers&rdquo; September. 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement Regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Consultants may associate with other firms in the form of a Consortium/Joint Venture to enhance their qualifications and should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a subconsultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all partners shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected. Evidence of such association must be provided in the Expression of Interest.</p><p>The implementation period for this assignment shall be eighteen (18) months, comprising six (6) months for the design phase and twelve (12) months for the construction supervision phase, commencing from the date the Contract becomes effective.</p><p>Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 8:00 am and 5:00 pm (Local time Monday to Friday) and /or send an email to the National Project Coordinator at the address below.</p><p>Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) on or before 2.00 pm (local time) on wednesday, 16th September, 2026. &nbsp;</p><p>Attn: National Project Coordinator</p><p>Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) Project</p><p>Federal Ministry of Water Resources &amp; Sanitation,</p><p>Plot 1402, Abba Kyari Street, Off Adesoji Aderemi Street,</p><p>Apo-Abuja, FCT, Nigeria: Tel: +2348034432501</p><p>Email: info@spinproject.ng</p><p>Signed:</p><p>National Project Coordinator &nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00462615","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-16T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"14:00","project_ctry_name":"Nigeria","project_id":"P179684","project_name":"Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria Project","bid_reference_no":"FMWR&S/SPIN/QCBS/CS/2026/19B","bid_description":"CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR DESIGN REVIEW, DETAILED ENGINEEING DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION FOR THE REHABILITATION OF KAMPE-OMI DAM AND DUKKU LADE WEIR IN KOGI AND KWARA STATES","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation\nAbuja","contact_ctry_name":"Nigeria","contact_email":"ipinlaye2025@gmail.com","contact_name":"Engr. Ipinlaye  Olaiya","contact_organization":"Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation","contact_phone_no":"07067529747","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA</strong></p><p><strong>FEDERAL MINISTRY OF WATER RESOURCES AND SANITATION</strong></p><p><strong>S</strong><strong>USTAINABLE POWER AND IRRIGATION FOR NIGERIA(SPIN) PROJECT</strong>&nbsp;</p><p><strong><strong>Country:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Nigeria</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>Project ID No:&nbsp; P</strong></strong><strong><strong>179684</strong></strong></p><p><strong><strong>IDA </strong></strong><strong><strong>Credit No:</strong></strong><strong> </strong><strong><strong>IDA76370</strong></strong></p><p><strong>Assignment Title: &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><strong><strong>CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR DESIGN REVIEW, DETAILED ENGINEE</strong></strong><strong><strong>R</strong></strong><strong><strong>ING DESIGN, AND CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION FOR THE REHABILITATION OF KAMPE-OMI DAM AND DUKKU LADE WEIR IN KOGI AND KWARA STATES</strong></strong></p><p><strong>Reference No</strong>. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><strong>&nbsp;FMWR&amp;S/SPIN/QCBS/CS/2026/19B</strong></strong></p><p>The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN), through the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation (FMWRS)&nbsp;is currently implementing the <strong><em><strong><em>Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) Project &nbsp;</em></strong></em></strong>with a credit received from the International Development Association (IDA) and it intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.&nbsp;</p><p>The SPIN Project is designed to strengthen dam safety and improve the management of water resources for hydropower, irrigation, flood management and climate resilience in selected areas of Nigeria. The Federal Government of Nigeria is undertaking the rehabilitation and safety improvement of selected federal dams and associated hydraulic appurtenances, including detailed engineering design, preparation of rehabilitation measures, and construction supervision services to enhance structural integrity, operational reliability, and long-term climate resilience.</p><p><strong><strong>The objective of the Assignment: </strong></strong></p><p>The overall objective of the assignment is to undertake design review, producing the design and engineering drawings, technical specifications, works requirements, and the bill of quantities&nbsp;and construction supervision for the rehabilitation of&nbsp;Kampe Omi and Duku-Lade Wier &nbsp;and associated hydraulic appurtenances. The Consultant shall review and utilize the findings, conclusions and recommendations of the Dam Safety Review Panel of Experts (DSRPoE)&nbsp;Dam Safety Assessment Reports as the technical basis for the assignment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the Consultancy Services can be found at the following Dukulada and Kampe Link:&nbsp;<u><u>https://1drv.ms/w/c/27ae132c0b4b71fe/IQDYk0MqLsrDRb-OGG3MXo9ZAd6mizNtOqPlJ-0hXX6LA68?e=xDLNEC</u></u></p><p>The Federal Ministry of Water Resources through its Federal Project Management Unit (FPMU) of the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) project now invites eligible consulting firms (&ldquo;Consultants&rdquo;) to indicate their interest in providing the Service. Interested firms must provide sufficient and verifiable information demonstrating that they possess the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services.</p><p><strong>The Short-Listing Criteria a</strong><strong>re:</strong></p><ol><li>Proven evidence of general experience of Consultancy in water resources management, dam engineering and dam safety;</li><li>Demonstrated experience of at least ten (10) years in providing consultancy services related to construction supervision and contract administration of infrastructure projects, with relevant experience in areas such as dam engineering, dam safety, rehabilitation and improvement of dams and associated hydraulic structures, detailed engineering design, and construction supervision of water resources infrastructure.</li><li>The firm shall demonstrate its technical and managerial capabilities in&nbsp;engineering design and construction supervision of water resources infrastructure.</li></ol><p>Note: Firms should provide details of relevant assignments, including the name and location of the assignment, client, contract value, duration, scope of services, and the firm&#39;s specific role and responsibilities.&nbsp;Key experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.</p><p>Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the World Bank&rsquo;s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, 7th Edition (September 2025) (&ldquo;Procurement Regulations&rdquo;), and open to all eligible firms as defined therein.</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.15&nbsp;and 3.16&nbsp;of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers&rdquo; September. 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement Regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Consultants may associate with other firms in the form of a Consortium/Joint Venture to enhance their qualifications and should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a subconsultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all partners shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected. Evidence of such association must be provided in the Expression of Interest.</p><p>The implementation period for this assignment shall be eighteen (18) months, comprising six (6) months for the design phase and twelve (12) months for the construction supervision phase, commencing from the date the Contract becomes effective.</p><p>Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 8:00 am and 5:00 pm (Local time Monday to Friday) and /or send an email to the National Project Coordinator at the address below.</p><p>Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) on or before 2.00 pm (local time ) on Wednesday, 16th September, 2026.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>Attn: National Project Coordinator</p><p>Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria (SPIN) Project</p><p>Federal Ministry of Water Resources &amp; Sanitation,</p><p>Plot 1402, Abba Kyari Street, Off Adesoji Aderemi Street,</p><p>Apo-Abuja, FCT, Nigeria: Tel: +2348034432501</p><p>Email: info@spinproject.ng</p><p>Signed:</p><p>National Project Coordinator &nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00462105","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"French","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-09T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"14:00","project_ctry_name":"Congo, Democratic Republic of","project_id":"P508410","project_name":"DRC Urban Flood Resilience Project","bid_reference_no":"ZR-PRIUR-502972-CS-QCBS","bid_description":"Recrutement d'un consultant (firme) chargé de contrôle et surveillance des travaux de réhabilitation des voiries et collecteurs de plateau de Kisenso","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"Cellule Infrastructure\nKinshasa - Gombe","contact_ctry_name":"Congo, Democratic Republic of","contact_email":"btshibambe@yahoo.com","contact_name":"Billy Billy Tshibambe Nyembu","contact_organization":"DRC Urban Flood Resilience Project","contact_phone_no":"+243992907453","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>APPEL A MANIFESTATIONS D&rsquo;INTERET N&deg;045/MITP/CI/PRIUR/2026</strong></p><p><strong>(SERVICES CONSULTANT &ndash; ACCORD CADRE &ndash; SELECTION DE FIRMES)</strong></p><p><strong>REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO</strong></p><p><strong>PROJET DE RESILIENCE AUX INONDATIONS URBAINES EN REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO &laquo;&nbsp;PRIUR&nbsp;&raquo;</strong></p><p>N &deg; de&nbsp;Pr&ecirc;t/cr&eacute;dit/Don : <strong>IDA- </strong><strong>D78030</strong></p><p><strong>Recrutement </strong><strong>d&#39;un consultant (firme) charg&eacute; de contr&ocirc;le et surveillance des travaux de r&eacute;habilitation des voiries et collecteurs de plateau de Kisenso</strong></p><p>N&deg; de&nbsp;r&eacute;f&eacute;rence&nbsp;(selon le plan de passation de marche)&nbsp;: <strong>ZR-PRIUR-502972-CS-QCBS</strong></p><p>Le Gouvernement de la R&eacute;publique du D&eacute;mocratique du Congo a sollicit&eacute; un financement de la Banque Mondiale pour couvrir le co&ucirc;t du&nbsp;Projet de R&eacute;silience aux Inondations Urbaines en R&eacute;publique D&eacute;mocratique du Congo, PRIUR en sigle, et&nbsp;a l&rsquo;intention d&rsquo;affecter une partie du produit &agrave; des services de consultant.</p><p>Les services de consultant (&laquo;&nbsp;les services&nbsp;&raquo;) comprennent&nbsp;le contr&ocirc;le et la surveillance des travaux d&rsquo;am&eacute;nagement et de r&eacute;habilitation des voiries et collecteurs de plateau de Kisenso sur 2 387,34 ml pour les voiries et 7 963 ml pour les rivi&egrave;res et collecteurs.</p><p>Les Termes de Reference (TDR) complets de la mission <strong>sont disponibles sur le site de la Cellule Infrastructures,&nbsp;www.celluleinfra.org&nbsp;sous l&rsquo;onglet &laquo;&nbsp;Appel d&rsquo;Offres&nbsp;&raquo;.</strong></p><p>La Cellule Infrastructures, Agence d&rsquo;ex&eacute;cution du Projet invite d&egrave;s &agrave; pr&eacute;sent les firmes de consultants admissibles (&laquo;&nbsp;Consultants&nbsp;&raquo;) &agrave; faire part de leur int&eacute;r&ecirc;t &agrave; fournir les services. Les consultants int&eacute;ress&eacute;s doivent fournir les informations d&eacute;montrant qu&rsquo;ils poss&egrave;dent les qualifications requises et l&rsquo;exp&eacute;rience pertinente pour ex&eacute;cuter les services. Les crit&egrave;res de s&eacute;lection d&rsquo;une liste restreinte sont les suivants&nbsp;: (i) Avoir une existence l&eacute;gale d&rsquo;au moins dix (10) ans, assortie de documents de base l&eacute;gale et r&eacute;glementaire y aff&eacute;rente&nbsp;; &nbsp;(ii) Avoir r&eacute;alis&eacute; au moins quatre (04) missions de contr&ocirc;le et surveillance des travaux de g&eacute;nie civil similaires, dont une (01) exp&eacute;rience de contr&ocirc;le et surveillance des travaux d&rsquo;am&eacute;nagement d&rsquo;une rivi&egrave;re ou de lutte contre les inondations en milieu urbain au cours des dix derni&egrave;res ann&eacute;es&nbsp;; (iii) Avoir une connaissance des proc&eacute;dures et directives de la Banque mondiale.&nbsp;Les experts cl&eacute;s ne seront pas &eacute;valu&eacute;s&nbsp;&agrave; l&rsquo;&eacute;tape de la pr&eacute;paration de la liste restreinte.</p><p>La liste restreinte comprendre 5 &agrave; 8 firmes.</p><p>L&rsquo;attention des Consultants int&eacute;ress&eacute;s est attir&eacute;e sur la Section III, paragraphes 3.14, 3.16 et 3.17 du &laquo; R&egrave;glement de passation des march&eacute;s pour les Emprunteurs de FPI&nbsp;&raquo; <strong>juillet 2016, r&eacute;vis&eacute; en septembre 2025 </strong>(&laquo; R&egrave;glements de Passation des march&eacute;s&nbsp;&raquo;), qui &eacute;nonce la politique de la Banque mondiale en mati&egrave;re de conflit d&rsquo;int&eacute;r&ecirc;ts sont applicables.</p><p>Les consultants peuvent s&rsquo;associer &agrave; d&rsquo;autres firmes pour am&eacute;liorer leurs qualifications, mails ils doivent indiquer clairement si l&rsquo;association prend la forme d&rsquo;un groupement et/ou d&rsquo;une sous-traitance. Dans le cas d&rsquo;un groupement, tous les membres du groupement d&rsquo;entreprises seront solidairement responsables de l&rsquo;ensemble du contrat, s&rsquo;ils sont s&eacute;lectionn&eacute;s.</p><p>Un consultant sera s&eacute;lectionn&eacute; conform&eacute;ment aux dispositions de l&rsquo;Accord-Cadre d&eacute;crites dans le R&egrave;glement de Passation des March&eacute;s et qui sera express&eacute;ment &eacute;nonc&eacute; dans la Demande de Propositions.</p><p>Des informations suppl&eacute;mentaires peuvent &ecirc;tre obtenues &agrave; l&rsquo;adresse ci-dessous pendant les heures de bureau, de 09 heures &agrave; 16 heures.</p><p>Les manifestations d&#39;int&eacute;r&ecirc;t doivent &ecirc;tre fournies par &eacute;crit&nbsp;en langue fran&ccedil;aise &agrave; l&#39;adresse&nbsp;ci-dessous&nbsp;(en personne, par la poste, par t&eacute;l&eacute;copieur ou par courriel, en format Word ou Pdf copiable) au plus&nbsp;tard le <strong>09 septembre 2026 &agrave; 14 h 00 locales (TU+1)</strong>&nbsp;et porter clairement la mention :</p><p><strong>AMI N&deg;045/MITP/CI/PRIUR/2026 &ndash; Recrutement&nbsp;d&rsquo;un Consultant (firme) charg&eacute; de contr&ocirc;le et surveillance des travaux de r&eacute;habilitation des voiries et collecteurs de plateau de Kisenso.</strong></p><p><strong>Cellule Infrastructures</strong></p><p><strong>A l&rsquo;attention de Monsieur Billy TSHIBAMBE, Coordonnateur</strong></p><p><strong>70A, Avenue Roi Baudouin </strong></p><p><strong>Kinshasa/Gombe</strong></p><p><strong>R&eacute;publique D&eacute;mocratique du Congo</strong></p><p><strong>T&eacute;l&eacute;phone&nbsp;: (+243)81.037.64.94, (+243).993.152.226.</strong></p><p><strong>E-mail&nbsp;: <u>recrutement.cf</u></strong><strong>@celluleinfra.org</strong><strong>; </strong></p><p><strong>Site web&nbsp;: </strong><strong>www.celluleinfra.org</strong></p><p>Fait &agrave; Kinshasa, le &hellip;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;.</p><p><strong>Billy TSHIBAMBE NYEMBU</strong></p><p><strong>Coordonnateur</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00463263","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"French","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-10T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"10:00","project_ctry_name":"Western and Central Africa","project_id":"P169594","project_name":"West Africa Unique Identification for Regional Integration and Inclusion - Phase 2","bid_reference_no":"TG-WURI - TOGO-564669-CS-QCBS","bid_description":"Recrutement d'un consultant (firme) pour l'élaboration du plan stratégique 2027-2029 assortie d’un business model de l'ANID","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"LOME","contact_ctry_name":"Togo","contact_email":"kafui.ekouhoho@numerique.gouv.tg","contact_name":"Kafui Ekouhoho","contact_organization":"West Africa Unique Identification for Regional Integration and Inclusion - TOGO","contact_phone_no":"+22892218696","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>MINISTERE DE L&rsquo;EFFICACITE DU SERVICE PUBLIC&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; REPUBLIQUE TOGOLAISE</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong><strong>ET DE LA TRANSFORMATION NUMERIQUE</strong><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</strong><strong>Travail-Libert&eacute; Patrie</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong><strong>______&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</strong><strong>--------</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;C A B I N E T&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong></p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;&hellip;.</p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;WURI-TOGO</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>AVIS D&rsquo;APPEL A MANIFESTATION D&rsquo;INTER&Ecirc;T POUR LE RECRUTEMENT D&rsquo;UN CABINET POUR L&rsquo;ELABORATION DU PLAN STRATEGIQUE 2027 &ndash; 2031 DE L&rsquo;ANID ASSORTI D&rsquo;UN PLAN DE SUIVI-EVALUATION, D&rsquo;UN PLAN DE RENFORCEMENT DE CAPACITES ET D&rsquo;UN MODELE ECONOMIQUE ET FINANCIER</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Cr&eacute;dit&nbsp;:<strong> IDA-81310</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>AMI N&deg; 001/2026/MESPTN/CAB/PRMP/WURI du 18/08/2026</strong></p><p><strong>TG-WURI - TOGO-564669-CS-QCBS</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Le Gouvernement de la R&eacute;publique Togolaise repr&eacute;sent&eacute; par le Minist&egrave;re de l&rsquo;efficacit&eacute; su service public et de la transformation num&eacute;rique (MESPTN) a re&ccedil;u un financement de l&rsquo;Association Internationale de D&eacute;veloppement (IDA) pour la mise en &oelig;uvre du Projet d&#39;Identification Unique pour l&#39;Int&eacute;gration R&eacute;gionale et l&#39;Inclusion en Afrique de l&#39;Ouest au Togo (traduction anglaise : West Africa Unique Identification for Regional Integration and Inclusion program) d&eacute;nomm&eacute; WURI-TOGO et a l&rsquo;intention d&rsquo;utiliser une partie du montant de ce cr&eacute;dit pour effectuer les paiements au titre du contrat relatif au recrutement d&rsquo;un consultant (firme/cabinet) pour l&rsquo;&eacute;laboration du plan strat&eacute;gique 2027 &ndash; 2031 de l&rsquo;Agence Nationale Identification assorti d&rsquo;un plan de suivi-&eacute;valuation, d&rsquo;un plan de renforcement de capacit&eacute;s et d&rsquo;un mod&egrave;le &eacute;conomique et financier.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>2. Les services attendus du consultant comprennent les t&acirc;ches sp&eacute;cifiques non exhaustives suivantes :</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Pour le plan strat&eacute;gique 2027 - 2031 et ses d&eacute;clinaisons op&eacute;rationnelles</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Diagnostic strat&eacute;gique&nbsp;de l&rsquo;ANID</strong>&nbsp;:</li></ul><p>Ce diagnostic devra permettre au consultant d&rsquo;&eacute;valuer la maturit&eacute; actuelle de l&rsquo;ANID sur les volets suivants&nbsp;:</p><ul><li><ul><li>Gouvernance et performance de l&rsquo;agence</li><li>Transformation num&eacute;rique et innovation</li><li>Qualit&eacute;, s&eacute;curit&eacute;, cybers&eacute;curit&eacute;, lutte contre la fraude et gouvernance des donn&eacute;es</li><li>Exp&eacute;rience citoyenne et inclusion</li><li>D&eacute;veloppement des usages et interop&eacute;rabilit&eacute;</li><li>Rayonnement r&eacute;gional et partenariats</li></ul></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Pour ce faire, le consultant devra&nbsp;:</p><ul><li><ul><li>Faire la revue documentaire ;</li><li>R&eacute;aliser un benchmark international et r&eacute;gional en comparant l&rsquo;ANID &agrave; d&rsquo;autres agences, fond&eacute; sur un nombre limit&eacute; de pays et d&rsquo;institutions de r&eacute;f&eacute;rence s&eacute;lectionn&eacute;s selon des crit&egrave;res de pertinence, de comparabilit&eacute; et de valeur d&rsquo;apprentissage.</li><li>Faire des entretiens avec les diff&eacute;rentes parties prenantes et proc&eacute;der au traitement et &agrave; l&rsquo;analyse des donn&eacute;es&nbsp;;</li><li>Analyser le cadre r&eacute;glementaire national, r&eacute;gional et international du champ d&rsquo;intervention de l&rsquo;ANID ;</li><li>Analyser les contraintes techniques, institutionnelles et mat&eacute;rielles pour l&rsquo;op&eacute;rationnalisation de l&rsquo;ANID ;</li><li>Identifier les parties prenantes les plus importantes de l&rsquo;ANID et analyser leurs attentes et contraintes&nbsp;;</li><li>Segmenter les activit&eacute;s strat&eacute;giques de l&rsquo;ANID&nbsp;;</li><li>Cerner la dynamique sectorielle des activit&eacute;s de l&rsquo;ANID&nbsp;;</li><li>Identifier les innovations et pratiques pertinentes dans les domaines tels que l&rsquo;enregistrement des personnes, la biom&eacute;trie, l&rsquo;identit&eacute; &eacute;lectronique, l&rsquo;acc&egrave;s aux services publics et priv&eacute;s, la transformation num&eacute;riques, l&rsquo;inclusion sociale et la soutenabilit&eacute; des dispositifs mis en place.</li><li>Evaluer les ressources internes de l&rsquo;ANID par rapport &agrave; ses missions et activit&eacute;s cl&eacute;s&nbsp;;</li><li>Analyser la coh&eacute;rence des missions et activit&eacute;s de l&rsquo;ANID&nbsp;;</li><li>Analyser les cat&eacute;gories des co&ucirc;ts, les sources actuelles de financement&nbsp;;</li><li>Effectuer un benchmark international sur les mod&egrave;le &eacute;conomique et financier&nbsp;;</li><li>Identifier les sources potentielles de revenus&nbsp;;</li><li>Construire un business mod&egrave;le autour des propositions de valeurs de l&rsquo;ANID.</li></ul></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li><strong>Plan strat&eacute;gique&nbsp;de l&rsquo;ANID&nbsp;pour la p&eacute;riode 2027-2031</strong> :</li></ul><p>Pour ce faire, le consultant devra&nbsp;:</p><ul><li><ul><li>D&eacute;finir en collaboration avec l&rsquo;ANID les orientations du plan strat&eacute;gique (vision, but, principes directeurs, investissements prioritaires) ;</li><li>Accompagner l&rsquo;ANID &agrave; clarifier sa mission, sa vision et ses objectifs pour les cinq prochaines ann&eacute;es&nbsp;;</li><li>Aider l&rsquo;ANID &agrave; &eacute;tablir ses axes strat&eacute;giques d&rsquo;intervention et priorit&eacute;s pour les cinq prochaines ann&eacute;es&nbsp;;</li><li>D&eacute;finir la th&eacute;orie de changement des interventions de l&rsquo;ANID&nbsp;;</li><li>D&eacute;velopper un plan d&rsquo;action d&eacute;taill&eacute; sur cinq (05) ans pour assurer la fonctionnalit&eacute; de l&rsquo;ANID ;</li><li>Conduire une analyse de co&ucirc;ts et de risques de l&rsquo;ANID ;</li><li>Orienter l&rsquo;ANID dans la mise en place de ses prestations de services en fonction de ses choix strat&eacute;giques&nbsp;;</li><li>Evaluer les besoins en renforcement des capacit&eacute;s, y compris de formation du personnel de l&rsquo;ANID&nbsp;;</li><li>Evaluer les besoins d&rsquo;investissement&nbsp;de l&rsquo;agence pour les prochaines ann&eacute;es ;</li><li>D&eacute;finir un cadre budg&eacute;taire pr&eacute;visionnel des actions prioritaires sur cinq (05) ans&nbsp;;</li><li>Elaborer le plan strat&eacute;gique 2027 &ndash; 2031 et proposer des axes de financement.</li><li>Proposer un dispositif de mise en &oelig;uvre du plan strat&eacute;gique ;</li><li>Proposer en collaboration avec l&rsquo;ANID le cadre de financement et une strat&eacute;gie de mobilisation de ressources y aff&eacute;rente ;</li><li>Identifier les initiatives strat&eacute;giques de chaque phase du plan strat&eacute;gique et les quantifier en termes de co&ucirc;ts, recettes, profits et plan d&#39;investissement ;</li><li>Proposer un plan de gestion des risques</li><li>Proposer un plan op&eacute;rationnel budg&eacute;tis&eacute; du plan strat&eacute;gique&nbsp;;</li></ul></li><li>Conduire une analyse de co&ucirc;ts d&rsquo;efficience du plan strat&eacute;gique ;</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Pour le plan de suivi-&eacute;valuation</strong></p><p>Il s&rsquo;agira de mettre en place un cadre pour mesurer l&rsquo;impact des actions et ajuster la strat&eacute;gie en fonction des &eacute;volutions. De fa&ccedil;on sp&eacute;cifique le consultant doit&nbsp;:</p><ul><li><ul><li>D&eacute;terminer en collaboration avec l&rsquo;ANID le dispositif de suivi-&eacute;valuation, le cadre de r&eacute;sultats du plan strat&eacute;gique en pr&eacute;cisant le cadre global de la cha&icirc;ne des r&eacute;sultats et leur description ;</li><li>Elaborer le cadre institutionnel du suivi-&eacute;valuation&nbsp;et ;</li><li>Elaborer le cadre de suivi-&eacute;valuation des r&eacute;sultats.</li></ul></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Pour le mod&egrave;le &eacute;conomique et financier</strong></p><ul><li><ul><li>Identifier les sources potentielles de revenus ;</li><li>D&eacute;finir les sc&eacute;narios de financement&nbsp;;</li><li>Faire une analyse financi&egrave;re prospective sur les recettes, les charges, le besoin de financement, la rentabilit&eacute; et la fiabilit&eacute;&nbsp;;</li><li>D&eacute;finir la politique tarifaire des services&nbsp;;</li><li>Elaborer le mod&egrave;le de gouvernance financi&egrave;re&nbsp;;</li><li>Elaborer les sc&eacute;narios de financement&nbsp;;</li><li>D&eacute;finir les projets structurants dont 3 pilotes qui permettent d&#39;obtenir des r&eacute;sultats visibles, concrets et mesurables dans un d&eacute;lai relativement court, avec un niveau d&#39;investissement et de complexit&eacute; limit&eacute;.</li><li>Etablir un plan de mise en &oelig;uvre ;</li><li>Elaborer le mod&egrave;le financier d&eacute;taill&eacute; sur 4 &agrave; 10 ans</li></ul></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Pour le plan de renforcement de capacit&eacute;s </strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li><ul><li>Renforcer les capacit&eacute;s de 10 agents de l&rsquo;ANID lors d&rsquo;un atelier de trois (03) jours sur le d&eacute;ploiement du plan strat&eacute;gique et du plan de suivi-&eacute;valuation associ&eacute; et la production des outils.</li><li>Evaluer les besoins de formation du personnel de l&rsquo;ANID</li><li>Au regard des missions et activit&eacute;s de l&rsquo;ANID d&eacute;finir un plan de renforcement de capacit&eacute;s permettant subs&eacute;quent</li></ul></li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Les Termes de R&eacute;f&eacute;rence (TdRs) pour les prestations peuvent &ecirc;tre obtenus &agrave; l&#39;adresse indiqu&eacute;e ci-dessous.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>La dur&eacute;e de r&eacute;alisation de la mission est de cent vingt (120) hommes-jours sur une p&eacute;riode de deux (02) mois calendaires.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>3. Le Minist&egrave;re de l&rsquo;efficacit&eacute; su service public et de la transformation num&eacute;rique invite les consultants &eacute;ligibles, &agrave; manifester leur int&eacute;r&ecirc;t pour ex&eacute;cuter les missions ci-dessus indiqu&eacute;es. Les Consultants int&eacute;ress&eacute;s doivent fournir les informations d&eacute;montrant qu&rsquo;ils poss&egrave;dent les qualifications requises et une exp&eacute;rience pertinente pour l&rsquo;ex&eacute;cution des Services.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>4. Les crit&egrave;res pour l&rsquo;&eacute;tablissement de la liste restreinte sont&nbsp;:</p><p>Le Cabinet devra &ecirc;tre une agence de management organisationnel ou de conseils en strat&eacute;gie et en transformation des politiques publiques, ayant une exp&eacute;rience d&rsquo;au moins dix (10) ans dans le domaine de l&rsquo;&eacute;laboration de plans strat&eacute;giques nationaux et des documents de politique publique.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Le Cabinet doit :</p><p>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Avoir r&eacute;alis&eacute; au moins trois (03) missions d&rsquo;&eacute;laboration de plan strat&eacute;gique d&rsquo;institutions de droit public ou priv&eacute; en Afrique subsaharienne ;</p><p>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Avoir r&eacute;alis&eacute; au moins une (01) mission d&rsquo;&eacute;laboration de plan strat&eacute;gique pour une institution &agrave; &eacute;chelle nationale dont le secteur d&rsquo;activit&eacute; est la digitalisation en g&eacute;n&eacute;ral et la biom&eacute;trie et le d&eacute;veloppement de ses services d&eacute;riv&eacute;s en particulier serait un atout</p><p>5. Les consultants int&eacute;ress&eacute;s par la mission sont invit&eacute;s &agrave; porter leur attention sur la section III, paragraphes 3.14, 3.16 et 3.17 du R&egrave;glement de Passation des March&eacute;s de la Banque mondiale pour les Emprunteurs sollicitant un Financement de Projets d&rsquo;Investissement (FPI), de septembre 2023, des Services de Consultants qui d&eacute;crit les politiques de la Banque mondiale sur les conflits d&rsquo;int&eacute;r&ecirc;t.</p><p>Les Consultants peuvent s&rsquo;associer &agrave; d&rsquo;autres firmes pour am&eacute;liorer leurs qualifications, mais ils doivent indiquer clairement si l&rsquo;association prend la forme d&rsquo;un groupement et/ou d&rsquo;une sous-traitance. Dans le cas d&rsquo;un groupement, tous les membres du groupement d&rsquo;entreprises seront solidairement et conjointement responsables de l&rsquo;ensemble du contrat, s&rsquo;ils sont s&eacute;lectionn&eacute;s.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>6. Un Consultant sera s&eacute;lectionn&eacute; selon la m&eacute;thode de S&eacute;lection fond&eacute;e sur la qualit&eacute; et le co&ucirc;t (SFQC) telle que d&eacute;crite dans le R&egrave;glement de Passation des March&eacute;s de la Banque Mondiale mentionn&eacute; plus haut.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>7. Les consultants int&eacute;ress&eacute;s peuvent obtenir des informations compl&eacute;mentaires et le d&eacute;tail des Termes de R&eacute;f&eacute;rence (TDRs) &agrave; partir du 21/08/2026 &agrave; l&rsquo;adresse ci-apr&egrave;s : de lundi &agrave; vendredi de 09h 00 &agrave; 12h 00 et de 15h 00 &agrave; 17h 00 (heures locales)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Minist&egrave;re de l&rsquo;efficacit&eacute; du service public et de la transformation num&eacute;rique</strong>,<strong> </strong></p><p>Direction G&eacute;n&eacute;rale de l&rsquo;ANID, 4&egrave;me &eacute;tage de l&rsquo;immeuble ARCEP, 4638, Boulevard Eyadema Cit&eacute; OUA Porte 405E-mail : : marches.publics@wuri.anid.gouv.tg <u><strong>avec copie &agrave;</strong></u> <u>assistante.ugp@wuri.anid.gouv.tg </u></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>8. Les manifestations d&rsquo;int&eacute;r&ecirc;t, <strong>r&eacute;dig&eacute;es en fran&ccedil;ais</strong>, portant clairement la mention suivante&nbsp;: &laquo;&nbsp;<strong>MESPTN/PANT - </strong><strong>Recrutement d&rsquo;un consultant (firme/cabinet) pour l&rsquo;&eacute;laboration du plan strat&eacute;gique 2027 &ndash; 2031 de l&rsquo;Agence Nationale Identification assorti d&rsquo;un plan de suivi-&eacute;valuation, d&rsquo;un plan de renforcement de capacit&eacute;s et d&rsquo;un mod&egrave;le &eacute;conomique et financier</strong>&raquo; doivent &ecirc;tre envoy&eacute;es par mail en utilisant les courriels (emails) &agrave; l&rsquo;adresse pr&eacute;cis&eacute;e au point 7 ou d&eacute;pos&eacute;es en dossier physique (papier) en un (01) original + trois (03) copies accompagn&eacute; d&rsquo;une version &eacute;lectronique sur cl&eacute; USB &agrave; l&rsquo;adresse ci-dessous, au plus tard le <strong>10/09/2026</strong><strong>, &agrave; 10&nbsp;heures pr&eacute;cises (TU)&nbsp;</strong>:</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Secr&eacute;tariat de de la PRMP</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Minist&egrave;re de l&rsquo;Economie Num&eacute;rique et de la Transformation Digitale</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Porte 114</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Avenue Abdoulaye Fadiga,</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Lom&eacute;-Togo</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; T&eacute;l&eacute;phone : (+228) 22 21 25 28,</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; La</strong><strong> Personne Responsable des March&eacute;s Publics</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<u>Messanvi ETIM</u></strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00464414","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-18T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:00","project_ctry_name":"Lebanon","project_id":"P506407","project_name":"Digital Skilling for Employment in Lebanon","bid_reference_no":"LB-FORWARDMENA-541113-CS-CQS","bid_description":"Improve the Cybersecurity of the Platform","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"CQS","procurement_method_name":"Consultant Qualification  Selection","contact_address":"Beirut, Bshara El Khoury, Beirut Digital Discrit, Nassif El Yazaji, Building 1288, 2nd Floor","contact_ctry_name":"Lebanon","contact_email":"michelle@forwardmena.org","contact_name":"Michelle Boustany","contact_organization":"Forward Digital Mena","contact_phone_no":"70736468","contact_web_url":"https://forwardmena.org/","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)</p><p><strong>Consulting Services &ndash; Firm Selection</strong></p><p><strong>Project:</strong> Digital Skilling for Employment (DSE) Project<br /><strong>Assignment:</strong> Penetration Testing and Security &amp; Data-Protection Compliance Assessment &ndash; nammiskills Platform V2<br /><strong>Reference No.:</strong> LB-FORWARDMENA-541113-CS-CQS<br /><strong>Selection Method:</strong> Consultant&rsquo;s Qualifications-based Selection (CQS)</p><p>The Digital Skilling for Employment (DSE) Project is financed by the Kingdom of the Netherlands under the PROSPECTS Partnership and administered by the World Bank. The Project aims to increase access to market-relevant digital skills and income-generating opportunities for vulnerable youth in Lebanon.</p><p>As part of the Project, Forward Digital MENA operates nammiskills, a multilingual digital platform supporting learners in assessing their skills, identifying career pathways, accessing learning opportunities, and connecting to employment opportunities.</p><p><u><strong>Scope of the Assignment:</strong></u></p><p>Forward Digital MENA intends to engage an independent cybersecurity consulting firm to conduct penetration testing and a security and data-protection compliance assessment of nammiskills V2.</p><p>The assignment will cover, among other areas, the platform&#39;s web application, APIs, cloud environment, authentication and access controls, multi-tenant architecture, AI/LLM interfaces, third-party integrations, data-protection controls, remediation verification and retesting.</p><p><u><strong>Minimum Qualifications</strong></u></p><p>Interested firms should demonstrate:</p><ul><li>Proven experience in penetration testing and security assessments of web applications, APIs and cloud-hosted platforms.</li><li>Successful completion of at least two (2) comparable assignments within the last five (5) years, preferably involving personal data, multi-tenant systems, GDPR or equivalent data-protection requirements.</li><li>Relevant cybersecurity certifications or accreditations such as CREST, ISO/IEC 27001 or equivalent will be considered an advantage.</li><li>Availability of suitably qualified expertise in penetration testing, application/API security, data protection/GDPR and AWS/cloud security.</li></ul><p>The selected Consultant must remain independent from the company responsible for the design, development, implementation or maintenance of nammiskills V2 and will be required to sign a Declaration of Independence and Absence of Conflict of Interest at contract signature.</p><p><u><strong>Request for the Terms of Reference</strong></u></p><p>Interested eligible consulting firms are invited to request the complete Terms of Reference (TOR) by email at:</p><p>michelle@forwardmena.org</p><p><strong>Subject:</strong> Request for TOR &ndash; Cybersecurity Assessment of nammiskills Platform V2 &ndash; LB-FORWARDMENA-541113-CS-CQS</p><p>The complete TOR, including the detailed scope of work, deliverables, qualification requirements, proposal submission requirements and applicable deadlines, will be provided to interested eligible firms upon receipt of their request.</p><p><u><strong>Selection Method</strong></u></p><p>The Consultant will be selected using the Consultant&rsquo;s Qualifications-based Selection (CQS) method in accordance with the applicable World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers.</p><p><u><strong>Submission</strong></u></p><p>Interested firms shall submit their proposals in accordance with the requirements and instructions provided in the TOR.</p><p><u>Proposal submission deadline:</u><strong> 18 September 2026 at 17:00 Beirut Time.</strong></p><p>Requests for clarification shall be submitted in writing in accordance with the instructions provided in the TOR.</p>"},{"id":"OP00464170","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-11T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:30","project_ctry_name":"Malawi","project_id":"P508024","project_name":"Governance to Enable Service Delivery Project - GESD 2.0","bid_reference_no":"MW-NLGFC-563912-CS-INDV","bid_description":"Recruitment of Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (M&E)","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"Red Cross House Area 14 Private Bag 352 Lilongwe 3, Malawi","contact_ctry_name":"Malawi","contact_email":"amonchirambo@gmail.com","contact_name":"Amon Chirambo","contact_organization":"National Local Government Finance Committee","contact_phone_no":"265888232000","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project &ndash; GESD 2.0</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Agreement No:&nbsp; IDA-E6540</strong></p><p><strong>Individual Consultant- Monitoring &amp; Evaluation Officer (M&amp;E),&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong><strong>Date of Issue: 20th August ,2026</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>1.0 Background </strong></p><p>The Government of Malawi (GoM) through the National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) has received financing towards the cost of <strong>Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project</strong>. The NLGFC intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring <strong>Monitoring &amp; Evaluation Officer</strong> on a three - year contract renewable annually based on performance and availability of financial resources or mutually agreed by both parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>NLGFC therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position of <strong>Monitoring &amp; Evaluation Officer </strong>tenable at the NLGFC Offices. The terms of Reference (TORs) for <strong>Monitoring &amp; Evaluation Officer </strong>are as follows:</p><p><strong>2. The Objectives of the Assignment</strong></p><p>The objective of M&amp;E officer position is to assist in ensuring the effective, efficient and transparent management in supporting evidence-based Project Monitoring and Evaluation for GESD 2.0. Further, ensuring that Project objectives and activities are achieved in strict compliance with existing legislation, combined with the management standards set out in world bank procedures.</p><p><strong>3. Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The duties will include but will not be limited to:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Develop, operationalize, and maintain the project&#39;s Monitoring and Evaluation (M&amp;E) framework, including indicators, targets, data collection tools, and reporting systems.</li><li>Coordinate the collection, verification, analysis, and management of project data from all implementing entities and participating Local Authorities.</li><li>Monitor progress against the Project Development Objective (PDO), Results Framework, annual work plans, and performance indicators, and provide timely feedback to management.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual project performance reports in accordance with project reporting requirements, including leveraging data from the Project Management Information System (PMIS).</li><li>Conduct data quality assessments and verification exercises to ensure the accuracy, completeness, reliability, and timeliness of project data.</li><li>Support the development of annual work plans and budgets by providing performance data, trend analysis, and evidence-based recommendations.</li><li>Coordinate baseline studies, mid-term reviews, beneficiary assessments, impact evaluations, and end-of-project evaluations as required.</li><li>Monitor implementation progress at both central and local government levels through field visits, supervision missions, and performance reviews.</li><li>Prepare periodic Results Framework performance reports showing progress towards achievement of project targets and indicators.</li><li>Support the preparation and organization of World Bank implementation support missions, project reviews, and other monitoring missions by providing relevant data and analytical reports.</li><li>Develop scorecards, and other performance monitoring tools to facilitate evidence-based decision-making.</li><li>Document lessons learned, best practices, success stories, and implementation challenges to support knowledge management and continuous improvement.</li><li>Build the capacity of project staff, Local Authorities, and other stakeholders in monitoring, evaluation, results-based management, and reporting.</li><li>Ensure that monitoring and evaluation activities comply with project requirements, Government policies, and donor reporting standards.</li></ol><p><strong>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The candidate should meet the following qualifications:</p><ol><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Economics, Statistics or Demography; an advanced training in Monitoring and Evaluation will be considered an added advantage.</li><li>Minimum of five (5) years of relevant working experience in an M&amp;E position.</li><li>Experience in data collection, data analysis, reporting, communication and project management.</li><li>Demonstrated Computer Skill (Proficiency in using computer desktop application MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); and fair knowledge of Statistical Packages such as SPSS and Stata.</li><li>Experience in designing, implementing and operating project M&amp;E systems from project initiation to close out stages.</li><li>Experience in designing and managing beneficiary monitoring and database systems.</li><li>Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, including indicator selection, target setting, reporting, database management and developing M&amp;E and performance monitoring plans.</li><li>Demonstrated working knowledge of the major evaluation methodologies (such as qualitative, quantitative, mixed-method and impact) and data collection and analysis methodologies.</li><li>Experience in planning and managing surveys.</li><li>Experience in developing and refining data collection tools, quality assessments and oversight.</li><li>Ability to mainstream gender in monitoring and evaluation of projects or programmes.</li><li>Ability to work in a team and good interpersonal skills, result oriented; proactive and attention to detail.</li><li>Self-starter and ability to work under minimal supervision.</li></ol><p><strong>5. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The assignment is expected to span a total period of up to three (3) years, with annual performance reviews and contract extensions subject to satisfactory performance.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>6. LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The M&amp;E Officer will be based at the NLGFC offices in Lilongwe. The M&amp;E Officer will occasionally be required to travel to all local government authorities in Malawi where the GESD 2.0 Project is implementing its activities to engage with district officials to guide and improve project implementation (M&amp;E).</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>7.REPORTING</strong></p><p>The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will report to the Project Coordinator. S/he shall work in corroboration with the monitoring and evaluation team of the NLGFC.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>8.MODE OF APPLICATION</strong></p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14. 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations of IPF Borrowers&rdquo; dated September, 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest and A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant (INDV) selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further information including the detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 7:30 hours to 12:00 hours and from 13:00 hours to 16:30 hours except on Weekends and Public Holidays</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>9. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS</strong></p><p>Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit application letters together with concise Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID, and copies of relevant certificates to the address below <strong>not later than 17.30 hours on Friday 11th September, 2026.</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><em>The National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) is committed to diversifying Gender equality in its operations and strongly encourages women to apply for the above vacant position.</em></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Executive Director</strong></p><p><strong>National Local Government Finance Committee</strong></p><p><strong>Area 14, Red Cross Building</strong></p><p><strong>Presidential Way</strong></p><p><strong>P.O Box 31162</strong></p><p><strong>Lilongwe 3</strong></p><p><strong>Or through the following email address:</strong></p><p><strong>recruitment@nlgfc.gov.mw/ ed@nlgfc.gov.mw</strong></p><p>Only shortlisted applicants will be considered for further assessments.</p>"},{"id":"OP00461005","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-03T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"11:00","project_ctry_name":"Eswatini","project_id":"P508960","project_name":"Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in Eswatini","bid_reference_no":"SZ-ECC-561947-CS-CQS","bid_description":"Consultancy Services for the Feasibility Study of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Eswatini","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"CQS","procurement_method_name":"Consultant Qualification  Selection","contact_address":"P.O. 258 , Eluvatsini  House, Mhlambanyatsi Road\nH100, Mbabane\nEswatini","contact_ctry_name":"Eswatini","contact_email":"joseph.ncwane@eec.co.sz","contact_name":"Joseph Ncwane","contact_organization":"Eswatini Electricity Company","contact_phone_no":"26878248450","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><table align=\"left\"><tbody><tr><td style=\"height:40px; width:96px\">&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>&nbsp;</td><td style=\"height:1207px; vertical-align:top; width:591px\"><table style=\"width:100%\"><tbody><tr><td><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>ESWATINI ELECTRICITY COMPANY</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) </strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Consultancy Services for a battery ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM (bESS) GRID INTERGRATION AND PLANNING STUDY&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>FOR THE ACCELERATING SUSTAINABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY ACCESS TRANSFORMATION IN ESWATINI (ASCENT) PROJECT</strong></p><p><strong>Project ID No: P508960</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Request for Expression of Interest (REOI) </strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Eswatini Electricity Company (EEC)</strong></p><p><strong>(Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini) </strong></p><p>Consultancy Services for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Grid Integration and Planning Study</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>First date of publication:</strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 06 August 2026</p><p><strong>Country:</strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Kingdom of Eswatini</p><p><strong>Name of Project:</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in Eswatini (ASCENT Eswatini) Project</p><p><strong>Sector:</strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Energy Sector</p><p><strong>Project ID No</strong><strong>.:</strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; P508960</p><p><strong>Reference:</strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; SZ-ECC-561947-CS-CQS</p><p><strong>Assignment Title:</strong> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Consulting Services for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Grid Integration and Planning Study</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>The Government of the Kingdom of Eswatini (GoKE) has received financing from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the International Development Agency (IDA) and grant funding from the Global Public Good (GPG) Facility, which are all under the World Bank. The received financing is for the purposes of implementing the Accelerating Sustainable and Clean Energy Access Transformation in Eswatini (ASCENT Eswatini) Project (P508960) (the Project), with the involvement of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Energy, as set out in the Loan Agreement, Financing Agreement, Grant Agreement and Project Agreements.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>The EEC now invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from interested and eligible consulting firms (&ldquo;Consultants&rdquo;) to provide consulting services for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Grid Integration and Planning Study.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>The Consultant shall undertake, but not necessarily be limited to the following tasks:</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><ol><li><ol><li><strong><em>Review of the Existing Energy Power System</em></strong>: Conduct a high-level review of the entire EEC transmission network,</li><li><strong><em>BESS Technology Assessment</em></strong>: Evaluate suitable utility-scale BESS technologies,</li><li><strong><em>Assessment of BESS Grid Applications</em></strong>: Analyze the technical role of BESS in the entire EEC transmission network,</li><li><strong><em>Solar PV and BESS Hybrid Assessment</em></strong>: Assess the benefits of co-locating BESS with committed solar PV projects,</li><li><strong><em>Power System Modelling and Impact Studies</em></strong>: Conduct detailed power system modelling, stability studies and network impact analysis to evaluate the combined impact of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) devices on the EEC grid.</li><li><strong><em>Optimal BESS and FACTS Devices Location and Sizing</em></strong>: Determine optimal siting, sizing and operational configuration of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS),</li><li><strong><em>Inverter Technology Assessment</em></strong>: Evaluate grid-following and grid-forming applications for BESS,</li><li><strong><em>Grid Resilience and Restoration</em></strong>: Assess the potential role of BESS and FACTS devices in enhancing system resilience,</li><li><strong><em>Economic Assessment</em></strong>: Conduct cost-benefit analysis of Bess deployment options, sensitivity analysis on key parameters, estimate total projects costs, assess financial viability of BESS under ownership and commercial models (public utility ownership, IPP/PPP structures and hybrid models),</li><li><strong><em>Environmental and Social Safeguards</em></strong>: Conduct a preliminary environmental and social screening of candidate BESS sites,</li><li><strong>Deployment<em> Strategy and Roadmap</em></strong>: Develop a comprehensive and integrated deployment strategy and implementation roadmap for BESS and FACTS technologies.</li></ol></li></ol></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Interested consultants must provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform all the services. The following documents shall also be submitted along with the EOI applications by all the consulting firms including each member of JV firms:<ul><li><ul><li>Copies of certificates of incorporation/registration of the consulting firms</li><li>Annual financial records of the firm for the last 5 years</li><li>Corporate profile of the firm with quality assurance plan, e.g. ISO 9001, information on organizational strength (Organization structure, number of permanent professional staffs and their expertise, qualifications and number of total staff), evidence of availability of licensed power system analysis software, including but not limited to: PSS&reg;E, DIgSILENT Power Factory, ETAP, PSCAD or equivalent software required for execution of the assignment.</li></ul></li></ul></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>The qualifications and shortlisting criteria are:</li></ol><ul><li>At least ten (10) years&rsquo; experience in grid planning, stability, storage, or renewable integration studies.</li><li>At least five (5) relevant assignments in Africa.</li><li>Demonstrated experience of at least one (1) relevant assignment in BESS integration, including siting, sizing, and grid impact analysis in Africa.</li></ul><ul><li>Proven experience of at least one (1) relevant assignment in FACTS devices analysis (e.g., STATCOM, SVC) for voltage control and stability in Africa.</li><li>Prove Experience with utility transmission networks.</li></ul><ol><li>The purpose of this EOI is to establish the consultant who has the best qualifications for the assignment and to invite that consultant to submit a technical and financial proposal. All responses shall be assessed for completeness. The following shall be assessed on a Yes/No basis to determine a PASS or FAIL result; ten (10) years&rsquo; experience in grid planning, stability, storage, or renewable integration studies, five (5) relevant assignments in grid planning, stability, storage, or renewable integration studies in Africa, demonstrated experience of at least one (1) relevant assignment in BESS integration, including siting, sizing, and grid impact analysis in Africa and proven experience of at least one (1) relevant assignment in FACTS devices analysis (e.g., STATCOM, SVC) for voltage control and stability in Africa and experience with utility transmission networks.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The consultant who has attained the highest pass rate result shall be invited to submit a request for proposal based on the following weighted aspect:</p><ul><li>General corporate experience; [15]</li><li>Specific experience in BESS planning and integration studies; [25]</li><li>Power system planning and stability studies experience; [20]</li><li>FACTS technology assessment and deployment experience; [15]</li><li>Experience working with electricity utilities; [15]</li><li>Regional (African) experience. [10]</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>In order to substantiate the aforementioned consulting jobs/contracts, the Consultant shall submit the Completion Certificates or End User Certificate from clients depicting description of services provided. All Completion Certificate or End User Certificates should be in English; Completion Certificates/ End User Certificates in other languages should be translated and notarized. Incomplete Consulting Contracts will not be taken into account and hence will not be evaluated.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Consultants may associate with other consultants to enhance their qualifications. For a JV/consortium, the qualifications and experience of the members may be combined to meet the qualification requirements. The Lead Partner shall demonstrate substantial relevant experience and shall be responsible for contract performance. Consortium members may combine qualifications and experience to meet the overall qualification requirements.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>All submittal from the consulting firms shall be in English language.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to paragraphs 3.15 to 3.16 of the Seventh edition of the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers dated September 2025, setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest.&nbsp;</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>The Consultant(s) shall be evaluated and shortlisted based on the qualifications, experience and capability. <strong>Qualifications and Experience of key personnel will not be evaluated at this stage. </strong>The shortlisted consultant will subsequently be invited to submit Technical and Financial Proposals and the Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Consultant Qualification Selection (CQS) method as per the Seventh edition of Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers dated September 2025.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Interested eligible consultants may obtain further information by sending an email to the address below or visiting during office hours from <strong>10.00 to 16.00 hrs</strong>. The Terms of Reference for the proposed consulting services can be accessed at the link below:</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>https://www.eec.co.sz/electricity/projects/ascent/docs/Battery_Energy_Storage_System_BESS_Grid_Intergration_and_Planning_Study_TORs.pdf</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Expression of interest must be delivered in a written form (in person or by e-mail) to the address below no later than <strong>11h00 SAST on 03 September 2026.</strong></li></ol><p>The Procurement Manager</p><p>ASCENT Eswatini Project</p><p>Eswatini Electricity Company</p><p>Eluvatsini House, Mhlambanyatsi Road,</p><p>Mbabane, Kingdom of Eswatini</p><p>Tel: +268 2409 4165</p><p>Email: bongani.chauke@eec.co.sz &nbsp;copied thobeka.gama@eec.co.sz &nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The procedures for making a Procurement-related Complaint are detailed in the &ldquo;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (Annex III).&rdquo; If an Applicant wishes to make a Procurement-related Complaint, the Applicant shall submit its complaint following these procedures, in writing (by the quickest means available, that is either by email or fax), to:</p><p><strong>&nbsp;For the attention</strong>: <em>Mr Mphumuzi Maziya </em></p><p><strong>&nbsp;Title/position</strong>: <em>Managing Director</em></p><p><strong>&nbsp;Employer</strong>: <em>Eswatini Electricity Company</em></p><p><strong>&nbsp;Email address</strong><em>: &nbsp;</em><em>mphumuzi.maziya@eec.co.sz</em></p><p>In summary, at this stage, a Procurement-related Complaint may challenge any of the following:</p><ol><li>the terms of the Prequalification Documents; and</li><li>the Employer&rsquo;s decision not to prequalify an Applicant.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00464407","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-09T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"11:00","project_ctry_name":"Sierra Leone","project_id":"P178683","project_name":"Sierra Leone Connectivity and Agricultural Market Infrastructure Project","bid_reference_no":"SL-MTA - TIDU-559617-CS-CQS","bid_description":"Recruitment of a Service Provider for GBV/SEA/SH for Project Implementation","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"CQS","procurement_method_name":"Consultant Qualification  Selection","contact_address":"Youyi Building \nBrookfield's","contact_ctry_name":"Sierra Leone","contact_email":"slconnectivityproject@gmail.com","contact_name":"Hindolo   Shiaka","contact_organization":"Ministry of Transport and Aviation","contact_phone_no":"232-78-600-944","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Ministry of Transport and Aviation</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Connectivity and Agricultural Market Infrastructure Project</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 7th Floor Youyi Building</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Freetown</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Sierra Leone </strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong><u>REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST </u></strong></p><p><strong><u>(Consulting Services &ndash; Firm Selection)</u></strong></p><p><strong>Date of Issue: </strong>25th August, 2026.</p><p><strong>Country: </strong>Republic of Sierra Leone.</p><p><strong>Name of Project</strong>: Connectivity &amp; Agricultural Market Infrastructure Project (CAMIP)</p><p><strong>Assignment Title: </strong>Consultancy Service for a Gender Based Violence (GBV), Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Sexual Harassment (SEA/SH) Service Provider for Technical Support to Mitigate Project Related Risks and Impacts.</p><p><strong>Reference No</strong>: SL-MTA - TIDU-559617-CS-CQS</p><p>The Government of Sierra Leone through the Ministry of Transport and Aviation has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Connectivity &amp; Agricultural Market Infrastructure Project (CAMIP) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.</p><p>The consulting services (&ldquo;the Services&rdquo;) is for a GBV/SEA/SH service provider who will provide technical support for the implementation of the project&rsquo;s GBV-SEA/SH action plan focusing on prevention, protection, accountability and empowering survivors (if any related to the project) to effectively prevent and respond to SEA/SH risk.</p><p>The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be obtained at the address given below or via email at slconnectivityproject@gmail.com</p><p>The Project Coordinating and Implementation Unit of the Connectivity &amp; Agricultural Market Infrastructure Project (CAMIP) now invites eligible consulting firms (&ldquo;Consultants&rdquo;) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria are: core business and years in business, relevant experience, technical and managerial capability of the firm. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers&rdquo; July 2016 Revised February 2025 Procurement Regulations setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest.&nbsp;</p><p>Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In the case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.</p><p>A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the <strong>Consultant Qualification Selection (CQS)</strong> method set out in the Procurement Regulations.</p><p>Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours between 09:00 to 16:00 hours or via email at slconnectivityproject@gmail.com</p><p>Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below by e-mail on or before <strong>Wednesday 9th September, 2026</strong><strong> at 11:00 GMT.</strong></p><p>Project Coordination and Implementation Unit</p><p>Connectivity &amp; Agricultural Market Infrastructure Project</p><p>Attn: The Project Coordinator</p><p>7th Floor, Youyi Building.</p><p>Freetown</p><p>Sierra Leone</p><p>Tel: +232-78-600-944</p><p>E-mail application as attachment (including all supporting documents) to:&nbsp;slconnectivityproject@gmail.com</p><p><strong>All applications must be submitted electronically. </strong>Please indicate clearly in the email subject heading and attachment the <strong>Name of the Assignment</strong> as only electronic submission will be accepted.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00464175","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-11T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:30","project_ctry_name":"Malawi","project_id":"P508024","project_name":"Governance to Enable Service Delivery Project - GESD 2.0","bid_reference_no":"MW-NLGFC-563908-CS-INDV","bid_description":"Recruitment of Environment Specialist","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"Red Cross House Area 14 Private Bag 352 Lilongwe 3, Malawi","contact_ctry_name":"Malawi","contact_email":"amonchirambo@gmail.com","contact_name":"Amon Chirambo","contact_organization":"National Local Government Finance Committee","contact_phone_no":"254888232000","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE</strong></p><p><strong>Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project &ndash; GESD 2.0 </strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Agreement No:&nbsp; IDA-E6540</strong></p><p><strong>Individual Consultant</strong>-<strong> Environmental Safeguard Specialist (ESS) </strong>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>No: MW-NLGFC-563908-CS-INDIV</strong></p><p><strong>Date of Issue: 20th August ,2026</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Background </strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Government of Malawi (GoM) through the National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) has received financing towards the cost of Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project &ndash; GESD 2.0. The NLGFC intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for <strong>hiring Environmental Safeguard Specialist</strong> (ESS) on <strong>a three - year</strong> contract renewable annually based on performance and availability of financial resources or mutually agreed by both parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>NLGFC therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position of <strong>Environmental Safeguard Specialist (ESS) tenable</strong> at the NLGFC Offices.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The terms of Reference (TORs) for Environmental Safeguard Specialist (ESS) are as follows:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>2. The Objectives of the Assignment</strong></p><p>The Environnmental Safeguard Specilaist will ensure that GESD 2.0 activities comply with the Worlad Bank ESF and ESH guidelines as outlined in the governing Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP), and Project Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) including all the supporting management plans as appropriate</p><p><strong>3. Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The duties will include but will not be limited to:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>coordination and provision of technical supervision, monitor and report on Environment safeguards in line with the national laws and in conformity with the Environmental and Social Framework of the World Bank and international best practices under the project;</li><li>Provision of preventive and protective measures, including modification, substitution, or elimination of environmental risks and impacts; and</li><li>Design and development of training programme for district officers, contractors and workers etc.</li><li>Support the eligible local authorities in conducting environmental and social screening followed by the timely development and disclosure of Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) of all sub-project activities implemented by local authorities with the aim of incorporating due processes as standard practice in social and environmental safeguards implementation;</li><li>Conduct reviews of ESMPs of all the subprojects developed by the local authorities in compliance with Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF) and the Resettlement Policy Framework (RPF), RAPs, and other relevant E and S instruments to ensure quality and timely submission;</li><li>Provide and review environmental and social inputs into the planning, design and contracting of investments, including the preparation of tender documents in line with the Environmental and Social Frameworks (ESF);</li><li>Develop and implement an internal administrative tracking system for the PIU in order to monitor the progress of project activities in terms of meeting environmental and social safeguard requirements. The system will include the planning, assessment, approval, implementation and monitoring phases of GESD 2.0 Project activities. The system will be computer based (using a spread sheet or Microsoft Access) and designed for easy data entry and report generation. Reports generated by the system should be simple to produce, showing progress of a specific project activity, and highlight critical items such as pending or overdue actions;</li><li>Design and deliver, or arrange for the delivery of, an environmental and social safeguards capacity building program for local authorities&rsquo; staff and other relevant stakeholders with the purpose of strengthening capacity of local authorities to implement environmental and social safeguard requirements effectively within the context of larger GESD 2.0 activities;</li><li>Following up implementation of environmental screening and implementation of ESMPs and Social response operations at sector and district levels through EDOs (local authority staff);</li><li>Undertaking review of CESMPs and provide feedback to local authorities;</li><li>Undertake spots checks on compliance monitoring of Contractors Environmental and Social Management Plan for PBG sub-projects;</li><li>Undertaking site visits and reviewing contractors&#39; compliance with site-specific CESMPs, Labour Management Procedures (LMPs), Codes of Conducts etc. including determining and suggesting remedial actions in collaboration with the Environmental Expert and Occupational Safety and Health (OHS) Expert;</li><li>Preparation of non-compliance reports and keeping track of respective responses/actions undertaken and preparation of periodic Environmental Compliance Monitoring Reports;</li><li>Participating at the official meetings with the Bank and other forums related to the project;</li><li>Undertake internal E&amp;S Audits and support consultants in the preparation of external E&amp;S Audits, and track the implementation of the corrective and remedial action plans by the district and municipal councils;</li><li>Provide inputs and materials to Communication Specialist for devising communication strategy, knowledge products and dissemination of results;</li><li>Timely preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, annual and period reports to the Project Coordinator, Executive Director and World Bank task team; and</li><li>Performing any other duties as may be necessary for the effective implementation of the project as assigned by Project Coordinator and or Director of Social and Economic Services.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The candidate should meet the following qualifications:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources Management, Environmental Policy and Analysis; Environmental Management and Economics;</li><li>A minimum of 8 years of experience in the field of environmental management at National level or international organization, and donor projects handling environmental and social aspects of planning, assessing and managing civil works projects of various scale in Malawi or similar African countries;</li><li>Working knowledge of World Bank environmental and social frameworks, especially Environmental and Social Assessment (ESS1), Land Acquisition, Restriction on Land Use and Involuntary Resettlement (ESS5), and have demonstrated experience in successfully preparing ESIAs, ESMPs and RAPs in line with World Bank standards, policies will be considered an advantage;</li><li>Working knowledge of regulations in Malawi related to Environmental and Social issues;</li><li>Experience with designing and delivering capacity building programs;</li><li>Familiarity with Article VI of Paris 21 Agreement; environmental, social and economic conditions prevailing in Malawi or similar African countries;</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, as well as team participation and management skills;</li><li>Strong organizational and communications skills and ability to interface with grassroots, district and sector players in the discipline;</li><li>Demonstrated Computer Skill (Proficiency in using computer desktop application MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint);</li><li>Knowledge of the decentralized local government systems in Malawi; and</li><li>Upholding of anticorruption and antibribery ethics</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>5. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Contract is for a period of 3 years with yearly review. The renewal of the contract is upon satisfactory appraisal results.</p><p><strong>6. LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT</strong></p><p>The Environmental Safeguards Specialist will be based at the NLGFC offices in Lilongwe. The Environmental Safeguards Specialist will occasionally be required to travel to all local government authorities in Malawi where the GESD 2.0 Project is implementing its activities to engage with district officials to guide and improve project implementation (environmental safeguards).</p><p><strong>7.REPORTING</strong></p><p>The Environmental Safeguards Specialist<strong> </strong>will report to the Project Coordinator for all administrative operations and to the Head of Environmental Safeguards Unit and Director of Social and Economic Services at NLGFC for technical issues, and will work in collaboration with local authorities and other specialists under the project, Social Safeguards Specialist, Occupational Health and Safety Specialist, and Project Engineers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>8.MODE OF APPLICATION</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14. 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations of IPF Borrowers&rdquo; dated September, 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest and &nbsp;A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant (INDV) selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further information including the detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 7:30 hours to 12:00 hours and from 13:00 hours to 16:30 hours except on Weekends and Public Holidays</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>9. </strong><strong>SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS </strong></p><p>Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit application letters together with concise Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID, and copies of relevant certificates to the address below not later than 17.30 hours on Friday, 11th September 2026.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><em>The National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) is committed to diversifying Gender equality in its operations and strongly encourages women to apply for the above vacant position.</em></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Executive Director</strong></p><p><strong>National Local Government Finance Committee</strong></p><p><strong>Area 14, Red Cross Building</strong></p><p><strong>Presidential Way</strong></p><p><strong>P.o Box 31162</strong></p><p><strong>Lilongwe 3</strong></p><p><strong>Or through the following email address:</strong></p><p><strong>recruitment@nlgfc.gov.mw /</strong> <strong>ed@nlgfc.gov.mw</strong></p><p>Only shortlisted applicants will be considered for further assessments.</p>"},{"id":"OP00464176","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-11T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:30","project_ctry_name":"Malawi","project_id":"P508024","project_name":"Governance to Enable Service Delivery Project - GESD 2.0","bid_reference_no":"MW-NLGFC-563893-CS-INDV","bid_description":"Recruitment of Financial Management Specialist","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"Red Cross House Area 14 Private Bag 352 Lilongwe 3, Malawi","contact_ctry_name":"Malawi","contact_email":"amonchirambo@gmail.com","contact_name":"Amon Chirambo","contact_organization":"National Local Government Finance Committee","contact_phone_no":"265888232000","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE</strong></p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <strong>Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project &ndash; GESD 2.0</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Agreement No: &nbsp;IDA-E6540</strong></p><p><strong>Individual Consultant</strong><strong>-</strong><strong> Financial Management Specialist (FMS)&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>No: MW-NLGFC-563892-CS-INDIV</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Date of Issue: 20th August ,2026&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Background </strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Government of Malawi (GoM) through the National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) has received financing towards the cost of <strong>Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project</strong>. The NLGFC intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring <strong>Financial Management Specialist (FMS) on</strong> a three - year contract renewable annually based on performance and availability of financial resources or mutually agreed by both parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>NLGFC therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position of <strong>Financial Management Specialist (FMS) tenable</strong> at the NLGFC Offices. The terms of Reference (TORs) for <strong>Financial Management Specialist (FMS) are</strong> as follows:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>2. The Objectives of the Assignment</strong></p><p>The objective of the Financial Management Specialist position is to ensure the sound financial management of the project in compliance with the Financing Agreement, Government of Malawi public financial management regulations, including the Public Finance Management Act and related regulations, treasury instructions and IFMIS desk instructions, project operations manual, and World Bank financial management requirements. The Financial Management Specialist will be responsible for planning, budgeting, accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, funds management, audit coordination, and financial compliance to ensure that project resources are used efficiently, effectively, transparently, and for their intended purposes.</p><p><strong>3. Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The duties will include but will not be limited to:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Preparation of Financial Statements in accordance with the International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) of the Project within six months from the end of the financial year;&nbsp;</li><li>Coordination of the preparation of a consolidated project budget, cash flow forecasts, execution and monitoring including liaising with key ministries and departments for budget planning and execution;&nbsp;</li><li>Ensure that the Project resources are used in accordance with the conditions of the relevant financing agreement, Project Operation Manual with due attention to economy and efficiency, and only for the purposes for which the financing was provided;</li><li>Preparation of disbursement requests and financial justifications for the project and submit to Treasury and the World Bank;</li><li>Produce monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual financial reports from central and district levels, as part of the implementation of the Project;</li><li>Coordinate closely with procurement and technical teams against the work plan and project objectives to ensure comprehensive mitigation measures are taken.</li><li>Ensure that all necessary supporting documents, records, and accounts with physical documents have been maintained in respect of all project activities, including expenditures reported using Statement of Expenditures (SOE) or Interim Financial Reports (IFRs) methods of reporting.</li><li>Periodically review the performance of control functions to ensure that internal controls are sufficient and functioning correctly and that Financial Performance of the Project is Satisfactory;</li><li>Coordinate project external and internal audits and responding to management letter;</li><li>Coordinate as necessary with Internal and External Audit, Government of Malawi and Bank supervision missions, including attending to follow up on findings and recommendations;</li><li>Maintain accurate and traceable schedules for VAT and timely remittance of tax deductions to the Malawi Revenue Authority;</li><li>Advise the Project Coordinator and Director of Finance on all financial and control considerations of the project;</li><li>Supervise and strengthen the capacity of PIT and local authorities in the knowledge of the rules and procedures of the financial management of the World Bank;</li><li>Upholding of anticorruption and antibribery ethics; and</li><li>Undertake all other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the role and level of this position as may be requested by the Project Coordinator.</li></ol><p><strong>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The candidate should meet the following qualifications:</p><p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; i.&nbsp; A Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in accounting and finance/ or equivalent qualification;</p><ol><li>A professional accounting qualification such as CPA (MW), ACCA, CIMA etc.;</li><li>A master&rsquo;s degree in accounting; auditing; finance; business administration will be an added advantage;</li><li>A minimum of 8 years of experience in financial management in the public sector;</li><li>Experience of financial management in donor funded projects and/or audit experience is considered an advantage;&nbsp;</li><li>Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Malawi (ICAM);&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Outstanding numeracy, planning, organizing and controlling skills;</li><li>Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, communication and analytical skills;</li><li>Ability to work in teams and articulation with a diverse audience;</li><li>Good computer skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint, etc.);</li><li>Ability and experience in training / mentoring staff in the area of financial management is an advantage;</li><li>Willingness to work under pressure, tight timelines, and with minimum supervision;</li><li>Knowledge of audit techniques; and</li><li>Upholding of anticorruption and ant bribery ethics.</li></ol><p><strong>5. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The assignment is expected to span a total period of up to three (3) years, with annual performance reviews and contract extensions subject to satisfactory performance.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>6. LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Financial Management Specialist (FMS) will be based at the NLGFC offices in Lilongwe. The Financial Management Specialist will occasionally be required to travel to district authorities in Malawi to engage with district officials to guide and improve project implementation (financial management).</p><p><strong>7.REPORTING</strong></p><p>The Financial Management Specialist will primarily report to the Project Coordinator with a technical reporting line to the Director of Finance and Fiscal Decentralization at NLGFC for all technical matters, and will support the local authorities&rsquo; financial management teams.</p><p>.</p><p><strong>8.MODE OF APPLICATION</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14. 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations of IPF Borrowers&rdquo; dated September, 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest and a Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant(INDV) selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further information including the detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 7:30 hours to 12:00 hours and from 13:00 hours to 16:30 hours except on Weekends and Public Holidays</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>9. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS</strong></p><p>Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit application letters together with concise Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID, and copies of relevant certificates to the address below <strong>not later than 17.30 hours on Friday 11th &nbsp;September &nbsp;2026.</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><em>The National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) is committed to diversifying Gender equality in its operations and strongly encourages women to apply for the above vacant position.</em></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Executive Director</strong></p><p><strong>National Local Government Finance Committee</strong></p><p><strong>Area 14, Red Cross Building</strong></p><p><strong>Presidential Way</strong></p><p><strong>P.O. Box 31162</strong></p><p><strong>Lilongwe 3</strong></p><p><strong>Or through the following email address:</strong></p><p><strong>recruitment@nlgfc.gov.mw /ed@nlgfc.gov.mw</strong></p><p>Only shortlisted applicants will be considered for further assessments</p>"},{"id":"OP00464177","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-11T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:30","project_ctry_name":"Malawi","project_id":"P508024","project_name":"Governance to Enable Service Delivery Project - GESD 2.0","bid_reference_no":"MW-NLGFC-563881-CS-INDV","bid_description":"Recruitment of Procurement Specialist","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"Red Cross House Area 14 Private Bag 352 Lilongwe 3, Malawi","contact_ctry_name":"Malawi","contact_email":"amonchirambo@gmail.com","contact_name":"Amon Chirambo","contact_organization":"National Local Government Finance Committee","contact_phone_no":"265999232000","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project &ndash; GESD 2.0</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Agreement No: &nbsp;IDA-E6540</strong></p><p><strong>Individual Consultant</strong><strong>-</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Procurement Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>No: </strong><strong>MW-NLGFC-563881-CS-INDV</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Date of Issue: 20th August ,2026</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Background </strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Government of Malawi (GoM) through the National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) has received financing towards the cost of <strong>Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project</strong>. The NLGFC intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring <strong>Procurement Specialist </strong>on a three - year contract renewable annually based on performance and availability of financial resources or mutually agreed by both parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>NLGFC therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position of <strong>Procurement Specialist </strong>at the NLGFC Offices. The terms of Reference (TORs) for <strong>Procurement Specialist are</strong> as follows:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>2. The Objectives of the Assignment</strong></p><p>The overall objective of the Procurement Specialist is to ensure that all goods, works, consulting services, and non-consulting services required for project implementation are procured efficiently, transparently, economically, and in compliance with applicable procurement regulations and donor requirements.</p><p><strong>3. Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The duties will include but will not be limited to:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Coordinate the preparation and updating of Project&rsquo;s Annual Procurement Plan;</li><li>Prepare the General Procurement Notices (GPN), and Specific Procurement Notices (SPN), and Solicitations of Expression of Interests (SEOI), when required;</li><li>Preparation of solicitation Documents such as request For bids, request for proposals and request For quotations for goods for procurement of goods, works, consulting and non-consulting services.</li><li>Manage evaluation of bids/proposals/quotations including managing contract negotiation meetings;</li><li>Updating the World Bank Procurement Tracking System for monitoring of the Project procurement activities (STEP) for NLGFC and Local Authorities including seeking &ldquo;No Objection&rdquo;, from the World Bank for the Procurement Plan and other stages in case of all procurements.</li><li>Ensure that STEP is updated and used in real time for the local authorities;</li><li>Preparation of evaluation reports, contracts, award notices and other procurement and contractual documents as required;</li><li>Establish and maintain procedures for the receiving, inspecting, testing and acceptance of goods;</li><li>Ensure compliance with procurement methods and prior review thresholds applicable to the Project;</li><li>Ensure all procurement activities are carried out in accordance with the agreed procedures, including the Financing Agreement; the World Bank Procurement Guidelines/regulations; and Government of Malawi Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Act 2025, where applicable;</li><li>Assist in timely payments to suppliers, and consultants and also ensuring their contractual obligations such as payment guarantees, Insurance premiums and performance Bonds;</li><li>Establish and Maintain a contract management plan covering all infrastructures, sub components under GESD 2.0 across all participating councils to monitor contractor performance against milestones and advice on contract modifications and claims, including but not limited to variations, extensions, dispute resolutions and completion certificates</li><li>Establish and maintain a central procurement filing system, and ensure all related documents are included in the respective files (physically and electronically);</li><li>Establish a performance monitoring database for all suppliers and consultants, and ensure timely updates of the system;</li><li>Preparation and timely submission Bid Evaluation Repots; and Monthly Procurement Plan Implementation Status Reports for submission to the World Bank.</li><li>Preparation and timely submission of monthly, quarterly and annual procurement progress reports for the PIT / Project Coordinator, aligned/coordinated with the work plan, to be submitted to NLGFC and the World Bank task team monthly/quarterly/annually.</li></ol><p><strong>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The candidate should meet the following qualifications:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>BSc in Procurement/Supply Chain/Logistics Management; or Bachelor of Business Administration/Management; or Professional Procurement/ Logistic/ Supply Chain Qualification&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain/Logistics; or Master of Business Administration/Management;</li><li>A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in procurement management in the public sector;</li><li>Working knowledge of the Government of Malawi&rsquo;s Public Procurement laws, regulations and procedures;</li><li>Proven leadership and mentoring skills and evidence of ability to improve procurement performance;</li><li>Proven ability to work under tight deadlines, and excellent team skills, including in multi-sectoral teams;</li><li>Good computer skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint, etc.);</li><li>Highly motivated and enthusiastic person with excellent planning, analytical, communications and&nbsp;&nbsp; interpersonal skills as well as a high level of diplomacy;</li><li>Membership of professional bodies like MIPS or CIPS-UK is considered an asset;</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in English;</li><li>Proficiency in using computer applications e.g. MS Word, Excel and Power Point; and</li><li>Upholding of anticorruption and antibribery ethics.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>5. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Contract is for a period of 3 years with yearly review. The renewal of the contract is upon satisfactory appraisal results.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>6. LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT</strong></p><p>The Procurement Specialist (Consultant) will be based at the NLGFC offices in Lilongwe. The Procurement Specialist (Consultant) will occasionally be required to travel to district authorities in Malawi to engage with procurement teams to guide and improve project implementation as it concerns procurement</p><p><strong>7.REPORTING</strong></p><p>The Procurement Specialist (Consultant) will primarily report to the Project Coordinator with a technical reporting line to the Head of Procurement at NLGFC for all technical matters, and will support local authorities&rsquo; Procurement Officers for the GESD 2.0 project.</p><p>.</p><p><strong>8.MODE OF APPLICATION</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14. 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations of IPF Borrowers&rdquo; dated September, 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest and A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant (INDV) selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further information including the detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 7:30 hours to 12:00 hours and from 13:00 hours to 16:30 hours except on Weekends and Public Holidays</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>9. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS</strong></p><p>Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit application letters together with concise Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID, and copies of relevant certificates to the address below <strong>not later than 17.30 hours on Friday, 11th September 2026.</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><em>The National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) is committed to diversifying Gender equality in its operations and strongly encourages women to apply for the above vacant position.</em></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Executive Director</strong></p><p><strong>National Local Government Finance Committee</strong></p><p><strong>Area 14, Red Cross Building</strong></p><p><strong>Presidential Way</strong></p><p><strong>P.O Box 31162</strong></p><p><strong>Lilongwe 3</strong></p><p><strong>Or through the following email address:</strong></p><p><strong>recruitment@nlgfc.gov.mw /ed@nlgfc.gov.mw</strong></p><p>Only shortlisted applicants will be considered for further assessments.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00464171","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-11T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"00:00","project_ctry_name":"Malawi","project_id":"P508024","project_name":"Governance to Enable Service Delivery Project - GESD 2.0","bid_reference_no":"MW-NLGFC-563895-CS-INDV","bid_description":"Recruitment of Project Engineer No 1","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"Red Cross House Area 14 Private Bag 352 Lilongwe 3, Malawi","contact_ctry_name":"Malawi","contact_email":"amonchirambo@gmail.com","contact_name":"Amon Chirambo","contact_organization":"National Local Government Finance Committee","contact_phone_no":"265888232000","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project &ndash; GESD 2.0</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Agreement No: &nbsp;IDA-E6540</strong></p><p><strong>Individual Consultant</strong><strong>-</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Project Engineer (2)</strong></p><p><strong>No: MW-NLGFC-563895-CS-INDIV/</strong> <strong>MW-NLGFC-563897-CS-INDIV</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Date of Issue: 20th August ,2026</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Background </strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Government of Malawi (GoM) through the National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) has received financing towards the cost of <strong>Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project</strong>. The NLGFC intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring two <strong>Project Engineer </strong>on a three - year contract renewable annually based on performance and availability of financial resources or mutually agreed by both parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>NLGFC therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position of <strong>two (2)</strong><strong> Project Engineer </strong><strong>tenable</strong> at the NLGFC Offices. The terms of Reference (TORs) for <strong>two</strong><strong> (2) Project Engineer) </strong>are as follows:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>2. The Objectives of the Assignment</strong></p><p>The Project Engineer (Specialist) shall lead, coordinate and support local authorities and all relevant ministries, departments and agencies in the design and implementation of the project. The Project Engineer (Specialist) will lead and have approving authority for preparing and/or interpreting designs, bill of quantities (BoQs), tendering and engineering cost estimates prepared. The Project Engineer (Specialist) will work closely with relevant district authorities, including district engineers, other officers and specialists in the PIT, including safeguards, Project Coordinator, NLGFC, MoLGRD and other relevant stakeholders, including but not limited to supervision consultants. The Project Engineer (Specialist) will support monitoring of the sub-projects and will address and manage technical engineering questions in local investment projects implemented by the local authorities that are financed by GESD 2.0.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Duties and Responsibilities of the Project Engineer (Consultant)</strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Project Engineers (Consultants) will be responsible for providing technical leadership and engineering oversight to ensure that project activities are planned, designed, implemented, monitored, and completed in accordance with approved specifications, quality standards, budget, schedule, and applicable regulations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Specific tasks will include the following:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Coordinate and support all engineering functions and activities related to infrastructure construction and rehabilitation in the local authorities, namely Department of Planning and Development and Department of Public Works;</li><li>Support data collection for all proposed sub-project sites to aid development and customisation of architectural designs, production of BoQs and engineering estimates, tendering processes and ensuring that designs are in conformity with results of site-specific resilience and risk related investigations and analysis;</li><li>Ensure timely and correct submission of information into the Public Management Information System (PMIS) by local authorities;</li><li>Provide technical support to the Local Authorities in project selection, reviewing annual investment plans, works designs, BoQs, costs estimate, tendering, supervision and monitoring;</li><li>Coordinate topographic surveys for the design of infrastructure to be developed under the Project;</li><li>Support local authorities in conducting initial site investigation;</li><li>Facilitate the production of location maps and sketches if necessary for all engineering sites that need maintenance and repair (selected as subprojects under GESD 2.0);</li><li>Support and if necessary lead the review and approval of submissions by design engineers, including ensuring timely submission of the same;</li><li>Support and if necessary lead design options stakeholder consultations with communities and relevant departments so that their inputs are incorporated in the designs to ensure acceptance and ownership of solutions to be developed;</li><li>Conduct technical supervision of all construction works ensuring that the works are implemented to the required standards, within the assigned cost and time;</li><li>Check Supervision Consultant&rsquo;s work so as to conduct verification of contractors&rsquo; payment claims for works done;</li><li>Manage changes to engineering constructions works ensuring that any changes have no adverse effect on the project and they are undertaken following project works change protocols, including documentation;</li><li>Facilitate preparation of work plans and budgets for local investment projects to ensure relevance to outputs and outcomes of local investment project;</li><li>Support the preparation of schedule of works and materials for project activities in collaboration with relevant stakeholders;</li><li>Review and assess contractors&rsquo; and consultants&rsquo; payment certificates for engineering works</li><li>Prepare and conduct training programs for Local Authority technical staff involved in contract and procurement management; and other related activities as directed by the PIT;</li><li>Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements;</li><li>Liaise with other project specialists and officers, including safeguards, occupational health &amp; safety, procurement, and advise the PIT on all construction Engineering technical related matters;</li><li>Collect projects&rsquo; progress reports from the LAs, liaise with the monitoring &amp; evaluation officer in the PIT in producing reports for project activities, consolidate them and submit them to PIT/PC, Executive Director and World Bank Task Team;</li><li>Preparation and timely submission of monthly, quarterly and annual engineering project progress reports and other reports to the Project Coordinator, Executive Director and the World Bank Task Team.</li><li>Facilitating the review of Annual Investment Plans (AIPs) for Local authorities and provide guidance on cost and time estimates.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Deliverables</strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Deliverables for the assignment correspond to the duties and responsibilities above. Specifically, they will comprise:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Timely review of AIPs submitted by local authorities, including review of cost and time estimates;</li><li>Reviewed and approved engineering designs and drawings.</li><li>Technical specifications and BoQs.</li><li>Engineering project progress reports and other reports timely compiled</li><li>Site inspection reports.</li><li>Quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) reports.</li><li>Defects and corrective action reports.</li><li>Monthly and quarterly progress reports, aligned with PMIS information.</li><li>Physical progress monitoring reports.</li><li>Work completion certificates.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Performance Criteria</strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The following performance criteria will be used to assess the performance of the Project Engineer annually and based upon these assessments the contract with the project (GESD 2.0) may be continued or terminated:</p><ul><li>100% of required technical reports submitted on time.</li><li>At least 95% compliance with approved engineering specifications and quality standards.</li><li>Site inspections conducted according to approved supervision schedules.</li><li>100% of contractor payment certificates reviewed and processed within agreed timelines.</li><li>All identified defects and non-compliance issues addressed within specified corrective action periods.</li><li>Minimal cost and schedule overruns attributable to technical deficiencies.</li><li>No major engineering failures or quality-related incidents.</li><li>Timely completion and handover of project infrastructure.</li><li>PMIS utilization by local authorities.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Qualifications, Skills and Expertise </strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The candidate should meet the following minimum qualifications:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Civil Engineering/Architecture/Quantity Surveying</li><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in Construction/Engineering related field and ;</li><li>Registration with an approved professional body, such as Malawi Engineering Institution/Board of Architects and Quantity Surveyors</li><li>A minimum of 8 years of relevant working experience;</li><li>Excellent communications, writing/reporting skills;</li><li>Proficiency in computer aided design packages (AutoCAD, ArchCAD, GIS etc)</li><li>Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project etc.);</li><li>Strong organizational, self-starting and communications skills;</li><li>Experience working with government institutions and organizations; working experience with local authorities in Malawi is considered an advantage;</li><li>Highly motivated and enthusiastic person with excellent planning, analytical, communications and interpersonal skills as well as a high level of diplomacy; and</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, as well as team participation and management skills</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Reporting Arrangements</strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Project Engineer (Specialist) will primarily report to the Project Coordinator with a technical reporting line to the Director of Social and Economic Services at NLGFC for all technical matters, and will support local authorities&rsquo; in implementation of GESD 2.0 project.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Location of Assignment</strong></li></ol><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>The Project Engineer (Specialist) will be based at the NLGFC offices in Lilongwe. The Project Engineer (Consultant) will occasionally be required to travel to local government authorities in Malawi where the Project is implementing its activities to engage with district officials to guide and improve project implementation.</p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><ol><li><strong>Duration of Assignment </strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The assignment is expected to span a total period of up to three (3) years, with annual performance reviews and contract extensions subject to satisfactory performance.</p><p>.</p><p><strong>8</strong><strong>.MODE OF APPLICATION</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14. 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations of IPF Borrowers&rdquo; dated September, 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest and A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant (INDV) selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further information including the detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 7:30 hours to 12:00 hours and from 13:00 hours to 16:30 hours except on Weekends and Public Holidays</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>9. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS</strong></p><p>Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit application letters together with concise Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID, and copies of relevant certificates to the address below <strong>not later than 17.30 hours on Friday, 11th September 2026.</strong></p><p><em>The National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) is committed to diversifying Gender equality in its operations and strongly encourages women to apply for the above vacant position.</em></p><p><strong>The Executive Director</strong></p><p><strong>National Local Government Finance Committee</strong></p><p><strong>Area 14, Red Cross Building</strong></p><p><strong>Presidential Way</strong></p><p><strong>P.O. Box 31162</strong></p><p><strong>Lilongwe 3</strong></p><p><strong>Or through the following email address:</strong></p><p><strong>recruitment@nlgfc.gov.mw/ ed@nlgfc.gov.mw</strong></p><p>Only shortlisted applicants will be considered for further assessments.</p>"},{"id":"OP00464174","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-11T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:30","project_ctry_name":"Malawi","project_id":"P508024","project_name":"Governance to Enable Service Delivery Project - GESD 2.0","bid_reference_no":"MW-NLGFC-563903-CS-INDV","bid_description":"Recruitment of Occupational Health  and Safety Specialist","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"Red Cross House Area 14 Private Bag 352 Lilongwe 3, Malawi","contact_ctry_name":"Malawi","contact_email":"amonchirambo@gmail.com","contact_name":"Amon Chirambo","contact_organization":"National Local Government Finance Committee","contact_phone_no":"265888232000","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project &ndash; GESD 2.0</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Agreement No: &nbsp;IDA-E6540</strong></p><p><strong>Individual Consultant</strong><strong>-</strong><strong> Occupational Health and Safety Specialist</strong></p><p><strong>No: MW-NLGFC-563903-CS-INDIV</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Date of Issue: 20th August ,2026</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Background </strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Government of Malawi (GoM) through the National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) has received financing towards the cost of <strong>Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project</strong>. The NLGFC intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring <strong>Occupational Health and Safety Specialist </strong>on a three - year contract renewable annually based on performance and availability of financial resources or mutually agreed by both parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>NLGFC therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position of <strong>Occupational Health and Safety Specialist tenable</strong> at the NLGFC Offices. The terms of Reference (TORs) for <strong>Occupational Health and Safety Specialist </strong>are as follows:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Objectives of the Assignment</strong></p><p>The main aim of this assignment is to ensure that all OHS risks and impacts are managed in accordance with national Occupational Health and Safety Policies and framework, World Bank&rsquo;s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), and Good International Industry Practice (GIIP). Working with other team members, the Occupational Health and Safety Specialist will ensure the implementation of the project&rsquo;s occupational health and safety safeguards instruments, monitor compliance by project implementers and report progress in all the 28 district and 4 municipal local authorities.</p><p><strong>3. Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The duties will include but will not be limited to:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Considering World Bank Environmental Health Safety Guidelines (EHSG), Good International Industry Practice (GIIP), compile OHS procedures update where applicable the OHS strategy, system and the operational plans for the district led subcomponent which falls under the National Local Government Finance Committee PIU;</li><li>Together with OHS officers of contractors, develop, update, coordinate and facilitate the development and/or revision of and OHS risk assessments and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for the various activities under the applicable activities of the Project;</li><li>Liaise with other specialists (including Environmental, Social, Project Engineer, etc.) in the team on OHS matters to review severe OHS incidents, recurring minor incidents, and near misses that have occurred on project with the aim to further mitigate these from repeating;</li><li>Facilitate the development of Health and Safety Manual and a health and Safety Management plan for the local authorities implemented project activities and incorporate the relevant OHS measures (including emergency preparedness and response measures) into the Labour Management Procedures (LMP) and community Safety;</li><li>Conducting Occupational Health Safety site inspections on a regular basis with adequate frequency;</li><li>Identify potential hazards to project workers and community members;</li><li>Ensure preventive and protective measures, including modification, substitution, or elimination of hazardous conditions or substances;</li><li>Ensure applicable protective equipment to protect against residual risks is provided;</li><li>Providing internal audits on Occupational Health and Safety issues all project sites implemented by local authorities;</li><li>Facilitating wellness health awareness and screening Programs in all the local authorities;</li><li>Ensure training requirements for project workers, and where necessary community members, are included, and training records are maintained;</li><li>Support project teams and clients in investigating the root cause/s of the incidents and developing appropriate remedial and mitigation measures;</li><li>Prepare and deliver reports to the project on OHS incidents, patterns of incidents, and proposed recommendations;</li><li>Develop and implement a comprehensive intervention to improve worker OHS, and Community Health and Safety for communities directly impacted by the project;</li><li>Develop and implement a training program on Occupational Health and Safety for local authorities and contractors; and maintain training records;</li><li>Document and report occupational accidents, diseases and incidents;</li><li>Recommend measures to help protect workers, and community members, from potentially hazardous work methods, working at heights, scaffolding measures, working adjacent to flowing water, hazardous substances and waste management and disposal, and other relevant processes, or materials;</li><li>Advise communities and/or institutions/local authorities regarding health or safety issues;</li><li>Inspect or evaluate workplace environments, equipment, or practices to ensure compliance with safety standards and government regulations;</li><li>Develop or maintain hygiene programs, such as noise surveys, continuous atmosphere monitoring, ventilation surveys, or asbestos management plans;</li><li>Document and report on job hazard assessments, identified mitigation measures, permits to work, standard operating procedures developed to carry out work safely based on Job Hazard Assessment (JHA) and Permission To Work (PTW), all incidents or near misses, use of first aid kits, tool box talks, training programme for workers, labour procedures, signed codes of conduct by all persons working on or visiting the site, contracts of all workers, activity ESMP, Contractors ESMP, any permits for the work or resources used for the work, etc.;</li><li>Describe emergency prevention and preparedness and response arrangements to emergency situations, and report significant incidents to the LG PIU and World Bank within 48 hours;</li><li>Review and inputs into community emergency procedure plans for subcomponent activities;</li><li>Propose remedies for adverse impacts such as occupational injuries, deaths, disability and disease;</li><li>Inspect work environments to ensure safety for the workers and community in all project sites;</li><li>Conduct safety training or education programs, job hazard assessments, and demonstrate the use of safety equipment, and maintain training records;</li><li>Investigate health-related complaints and inspect facilities to ensure that they comply with public health legislation and regulations, and World Bank&rsquo;s ESF and ESHS requirements, and project ESMF;</li><li>Develop or maintain medical monitoring programs for employees and contractors;</li><li>Set up monitoring systems for the sites, including file management on site for Toolbox talks and topics, ongoing skills and training development, SOPs, permits to work, incident reports, monitoring First Aid kits, etc. Ensuring first aid kits are appropriately stocked to type of activities anticipated on sites, etc;</li><li>Develop and review and monitoring emergency procedures for sites including ensuring correct fire prevent controls and training in place, etc;</li><li>Coordinate &ldquo;right-to-know&rdquo; programs regarding hazardous chemicals or other substances, and safety procedure;</li><li>Maintain or update Emergency Response Plans or procedures, as well as waste management plan, traffic safety management plan, hazardous substances management plan, etc., with necessary SOPs or safety procedures developed in the OHS strategy and plan; and</li><li>Apply ESS4 to anticipate and avoid adverse impacts on the health and safety of project-affected communities during the project life cycle from both routine and non-routine circumstances, including to avoid or minimize community expose to project-related traffic and road safety risks, diseases and hazardous materials, effective measures to address emergency events, and ensure safeguarding of personnel and property is carried out in a manner that avoids or minimizes risks to the project affected communities.</li></ol><p><strong>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The candidate should meet the following qualifications:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>Master&rsquo;s Degree in disciplines such as Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Environmental, Quality and Safety), Environmental Health and Safety.</li><li>A qualification and or international certificate in OHS such as NEBOSH, or similar.</li><li>A minimum of 8 years of relevant working experience in developing, implementing and/or supervising OHS in construction, with experience in transport infrastructure, energy, hydropower, DRM and or extractives sectors.</li><li>Knowledge of OHS management systems, including experience auditing/ assessing health and safety programs and systems.</li><li>Membership of professional bodies and experience in implementing World Bank funded projects and/or other multilateral banks&rsquo; OHS policies will be an added advantage.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to assess technical issues of occupational health and safety and to effect a cultural change to create a culture of safety across a workplace or organization</li><li>Have excellent oral and written communication skills in English, as well as team participation and management skills</li><li>Proficiency in using computer applications e.g. MS Word, Excel and Power Point.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>5. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The assignment is expected to span a total period of up to three (3) years, with annual performance reviews and contract extensions subject to satisfactory performance.</p><p><strong>6. LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The OHS Specialist will be based at the National Local Government Finance Committee Head Office in Lilongwe. The OHS Specialist will be required to travel to district authorities and to project sites in Malawi to engage with district officials to guide and improve project implementation.</p><p><strong>7.REPORTING</strong></p><p>The Occupational Health and Safety Specialist will primarily report to the Project Coordinator with a technical reporting line to the Director of Social Economic Services at the NLGFC for technical matters and will work in collaboration with local authorities and other specialists under the project; Environmental Safeguards Specialist, Social Safeguards Specialist, and Project Engineers.</p><p>.</p><p><strong>8.MODE OF APPLICATION</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14. 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations of IPF Borrowers&rdquo; dated September, 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest and A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant (INDV) selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further information including the detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 7:30 hours to 12:00 hours and from 13:00 hours to 16:30 hours except on Weekends and Public Holidays</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>9.SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS</strong></p><p>Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit application letters together with concise Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID, and copies of relevant certificates to the address below <strong>not later than 17.30 hours on Friday, 11th September 2026.</strong></p><p><em>The National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) is committed to diversifying Gender equality in its operations and strongly encourages women to apply for the above vacant position.</em></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Executive Director</strong></p><p><strong>National Local Government Finance Committee</strong></p><p><strong>Area 14, Red Cross Building</strong></p><p><strong>Presidential Way</strong></p><p><strong>P.O Box 31162</strong></p><p><strong>Lilongwe 3</strong></p><p><strong>Or through the following email address:</strong></p><p><strong>recruitment@nlgfc.gov.mw/ ed@nlgfc.gov.mw</strong></p><p>Only shortlisted applicants will be considered for further assessments.</p>"},{"id":"OP00464178","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"24-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-11T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"17:30","project_ctry_name":"Malawi","project_id":"P508024","project_name":"Governance to Enable Service Delivery Project - GESD 2.0","bid_reference_no":"MW-NLGFC-563879-CS-INDV","bid_description":"Recruitment of Project Coordinator","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"Red Cross House Area 14 Private Bag 352 Lilongwe 3, Malawi","contact_ctry_name":"Malawi","contact_email":"amonchirambo@gmail.com","contact_name":"Amon Chirambo","contact_organization":"National Local Government Finance Committee","contact_phone_no":"265888232000","submission_date":"2026-08-24T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><br /><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong><strong>NATIONAL LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE COMMITTEE</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project &ndash; GESD 2.0</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Agreement No: &nbsp;IDA-E6540</strong></p><p><strong>Individual Consultant</strong><strong>-</strong><strong> </strong><strong>Project Coordinator</strong></p><p><strong>No: </strong><strong>MW-NLGFC-563879-CS-INDIV</strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Date of Issue: 20th August ,2026</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Introduction Background</strong><strong> </strong></li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The Government of Malawi (GoM) through the National Local Government Finance Committee (NLGFC) has received financing towards the cost of <strong>Governance to Enable Service Delivery (GESD) Project</strong>. The NLGFC intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring <strong>Project Coordinator</strong> on a three - year contract renewable annually based on performance and availability of financial resources or mutually agreed by both parties.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>NLGFC therefore invites applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position of <strong>Project Coordinator</strong> at the NLGFC Offices. The terms of Reference (TORs) for <strong>Project Coordinator</strong> are as follows:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>2. The Objectives of the Assignment</strong></p><p>The objective of the Project Coordinator position is to provide strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the project to ensure the timely and effective delivery of project activities and achievement of project objectives. The Project Coordinator will coordinate planning, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, financial management, environmental and social safeguards, human resource management, governance arrangements, stakeholder engagement, and implementation support missions, while ensuring compliance with Government and donor requirements.</p><p><strong>3. Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The duties will include but will not be limited to:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Coordination:</strong> Ensure cross-component and cross-institutional coordination and linkages through information sharing, joint implementation of project activities and provide strategic guidance and coordination to the PIT members on all project related activities in order to keep workflow on track;</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Planning:</strong> Spearhead and coordinate the preparation and implementation of Project&rsquo;s Annual Procurement Plan in line with agreed timelines and budgets; spearhead the planning and implementation of project activities to each activity specific goals and project goals overall in coordination with the PIT technical specialists and relevant key stakeholders; ensure that detailed activity plans are prepared and monitored; be proactive and provide solutions to bring forward delayed/off-track activities; ensure alignment of all activities with the annual work plan and budget; &nbsp;</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Budgeting:</strong> Lead the timely development of consolidated project budgets for planned activities, cash flow forecasts, executing and monitoring of budgets, and ensure that the activity budgets are aligned with the annual work plan and consistent; coordinate with the PIT Financial Management Specialist and liaise with key ministries and departments and local authorities for budget planning and execution;</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Procurement:</strong> In coordination with the PIT Procurement Specialist ensure the timely preparation, execution and updated of procurement plans at the central level and at the district level; liaise with all relevant stakeholders; ensure that all procurements for consultants, goods and works under each procurement plan are carried out in accordance with the agreed procedures, including the Financing Agreement; the World Bank Procurement Guidelines/regulations and the Government of Malawi Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Act 2025 and World Bank policies.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Contract Management:</strong> Lead the management of contracts for consultants and other service providers, and work with all PIT members to evaluate potential problems and technical hitches and timely develop solutions;</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Financial Management:</strong> Manage financial resources of the project in coordination with the PIT Financial Management Specialist; ensure that all project activities are executed in accordance with the Financing Agreements, and the policies and standards of all relevant implementing agencies; ensure strict adherence to project budgets by monitoring expenses and implementing cost-saving measures; and ensure the timely preparation of financial statements and audits according to the Financing Agreement; ensure that the project is timely audited by the National Audit Office and submit an annual audit report to Government of Malawi and World Bank&nbsp; not later than 30th September.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Environmental and Social Safeguards:</strong> Ensure that all environment and social safeguards are adhered in all activities financed by the GESD 2.0 project and are managed in accordance with World Bank&rsquo;s Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), and Good International Industry Practice (GIIP); coordinate with relevant PIT specialists, district officials and relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies to ensure eligible local authorities develop and implements environmental safeguards issues in all the sub project sites;</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Project Office Management and Staff Management:</strong> Manage the PIT on a day-to-day basis; coordinate and supervise administrative activities necessary for the successful implementation of GESD 2.0; supervise and be responsible for the specialists&rsquo; time commitment and performance on the project; ensure timely preparation and submission of all consultants reports from the Project Engineers; Financial Management Specialist; Procurement Specialist; Monitoring and Evaluation Officer; Safeguards Specialist; Occupation and Health Specialist; Environmental Safeguard Specialist and all implementing agencies; undertake staff performance appraisals with support from&nbsp; NLGFC; and</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>Oversight Meetings, Monitoring and Evaluation, and Supervision:</strong> Facilitate key project meetings (quarterly project progress meetings, meetings of the Project Steering Committee, meetings of the Project Technical Committee) and liaison with stakeholders regularly and submit minutes of respective meetings within 48 hours; serve as Secretary to the PTC and supervise and ensure execution of any decisions approved by the PTC; ensure that all activities at central and at district level are carried out according to the provisions of the Malawi Government legislation and as stipulated in the Project Operations Manual and Financing Agreement; prepare and submit monthly, quarterly and annual project progress reports to the Executive Director and the World Bank task team; prepare and submit bi-annual updates on project progress against the project results framework; organize World Bank implementation support missions, including follow up on mission recommendations.</li></ol><p><strong>4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Qualifications and Experience</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The candidate should meet the following qualifications:</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li>A Master&#39;s Degree in Project Management, Economics, Development Studies, Finance/Accounting, Business Administration, or Engineering from a recognized institution;</li><li>At least 8 years relevant working experience in senior positions or project management positions in public sector projects with a focus on planning, budget management and execution;</li><li>At least 5 years of relevant working experience with Malawi&rsquo;s Public Financial Management Structures; experience in fiscal decentralization is considered an asset;</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency with project and budget management software / tracking tools, project fiduciary procedures;</li><li>Demonstrated problem-solving skills and managerial skills, including proactivity;</li><li>Demonstrated experience to work effectively with and in multi-sectoral teams;</li><li>Good computer skills and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint, etc.);</li><li>Highly motivated with excellent planning, analytical, communications and interpersonal skills as well as a high level of diplomacy;</li><li>Experience in working with the World Bank, multi-lateral development partners or bilateral partners is considered an asset;</li><li>Willingness to work under pressure, tight timelines, and with minimum supervision;</li><li>Excellent communication and report writing skills and be fluent in English; and</li><li>Upholding of anticorruption and antibribery ethics.</li></ol><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>5. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The assignment is expected to span a total period of up to three (3) years, with annual performance reviews and contract extensions subject to satisfactory performance.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>6. LOCATION OF EMPLOYMENT</strong></p><p>The Project Coordinator will be based at the NLGFC offices in Lilongwe. The Project Coordinator will occasionally be required to travel to district authorities in Malawi to engage with district officials to guide and improve project implementation.</p><p><strong>7.REPORTING</strong></p><p>The Project Coordinator will report to the Executive Director of National Local Government Finance Committee for all the project progress and implementation issues.</p><p>.</p><p><strong>8.MODE OF APPLICATION</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.14. 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations of IPF Borrowers&rdquo; dated September, 2025 (&ldquo;Procurement regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest and A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant (INDV) selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further information including the detailed Terms of Reference (TORs) can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 7:30 hours to 12:00 hours and from 13:00 hours to 16:30 hours except on Weekends and Public Holidays</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>9. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS</strong></p><p>Interested applicants who meet the above requirements should submit application letters together with concise Curriculum Vitae (CV), National ID, and copies of relevant certificates to the address below <strong>not later than 17.30 hours on Friday, 11th September, 2026.</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Executive Director</strong></p><p><strong>National Local Government Finance Committee</strong></p><p><strong>Area 14, Red Cross Building </strong></p><p><strong>Presidential Way</strong></p><p><strong>P.O Box 31162</strong></p><p><strong>Lilongwe 3</strong></p><p><strong>Or through the following email address:</strong></p><p><strong>recruitment@nlgfc.gov.mw/ed@nlgfc.gov.mw</strong></p><p>Only shortlisted applicants will be considered for further assessments.</p>"},{"id":"OP00463983","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"23-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-24T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"12:00","project_ctry_name":"Western and Central Africa","project_id":"P178923","project_name":"WAPP Ghana-Cote d'Ivoire Interconnection Project - Phase 1 WA-REMP MPA","bid_reference_no":"BJ-WAPP-568960-CS-INDV","bid_description":"New-Power system Data management/Data Analytics Engineer","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"INDV","procurement_method_name":"Individual Consultant Selection","contact_address":"Abomey-Calavi\nBenin","contact_ctry_name":"Benin","contact_email":"spos@ecowapp.org","contact_name":"Alois Ndorere","contact_organization":"WEST AFRICAN POWER POOL","contact_phone_no":"0161032929","contact_web_url":"https://www.ecowapp.org","submission_date":"2026-08-23T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>WEST AFRICAN POWER POOL</strong></p><p><strong>Project: </strong><strong>&nbsp;WAPP GHANA-C&Ocirc;TE D&rsquo;IVOIRE INTERCONNECTION REINFORCEMENT PROJECT</strong></p><p><strong>NOTICE OF INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT</strong></p><p><strong>Revised 23.8.2026</strong></p><p><strong>Consultant Services</strong></p><p><strong>Selection of individual consultant</strong></p><p><strong>Power System Data Management &amp; Data Analytics Engineer</strong></p><p><strong>Financing: World Bank IDA</strong></p><p><strong>Don IDA No: E4040</strong></p><p><strong>Reference: BJ-WAPP-568960-CS-INDV</strong></p><p>Open to: All eligible individuals</p><p>Duty Station: Abomey-Calavi, Benin</p><p>Application Deadline: 24 September 2024</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ol><li><strong>CONTEXT</strong></li></ol><p>The West African Power Pool (WAPP) was created by the highest decision-making authority of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) at the Conference of Heads of State and Government of the Member States held in Lom&eacute;, in December 1999. The Headquarters of the WAPP Secretariat is in Abomey-Calavi, Republic of Benin.</p><p>The ECOWAS strategic objective being implemented by the West African Power Pool (WAPP) is based on a dynamic vision of integrating national power grids into a unified regional electricity market, so that such a mechanism would, over the medium and long term, ensure to the ECOWAS citizens access to adequate power quality at an affordable price, and enhance the economic development of the Member States including industrialization growth, Health and Education improvement, Poverty Reduction, various Employment Opportunities Creation, etc&hellip;</p><p>To achieve its vision of operationalizing a unified ECOWAS regional electricity market, the WAPP Information and Coordination Centre (WAPP ICC), a Department within the WAPP Secretariat has been designated to perform the functions of a System Market Operator (SMO) responsible for coordinating the reliability of the WAPP Interconnected Transmission System (WAPPITS) made up of the power systems of fourteen (14) ECOWAS Member Countries and administration of the regional electricity market.</p><p>To this end, the WAPP Secretariat with the support of the World Bank within the Project &ldquo;WAPP C&ocirc;te d&rsquo;Ivoire Interconnection and operationalization of the ECOWAS Regional Electricity Market&rdquo; intends to reinforce staffing of the ICC Department by filling a key vacant position, that of a <em>Power System Data Management &amp; Data Analytics Engineer</em></p><p>The Engineer will be selected competitively, and the successful candidates will be joining the current team in the Information and Coordination Centre (ICC) as it prepares to operationalize the ECOWAS Regional Electricity Market.</p><p><strong>2. ROLE OVERVIEW</strong></p><p>Under the supervision of the Head of the System Operations Coordination Division, the Power System Data Management &amp; Data Analytics Engineer is responsible for the management of the ICC&#39;s Power System Database. He/She extracts data from various sources (APIs, HIVE tables, and other structured and unstructured data sources) to process and store large volumes of data, ensuring their accuracy, consistency and security. He/She develops reporting dashboards and analytical tools to support the analysis of power system operations, and supports the design, testing and implementation of models and databases for all systems requiring the WAPP Network Model.</p><p>The detailed Job description for the assignment may be consulted and/or downloaded from the WAPP website at: <strong>www.ecowapp.org/en/tenders</strong></p><p>The WAPP General Secretariat invites eligible Individual Consultants to express their interest in providing the required Services described in the Job decription. Interested Consultants must provide information demonstrating that they possess the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services by submitting: (a) a cover letter/motivation letter, and (b) an up-to-date detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).</p><p>WAPP is an equal opportunity employer that offers equal chances to men and women. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply. &nbsp;</p><p><strong>3. LANGUAGE </strong></p><p>Good oral and written communication skills in English and French &nbsp;</p><p><strong>4. DURATION OF MISSION</strong></p><p>The successful candidate shall be offered an initial Consultancy Contract of approximatively 17 months from the beginning of the assignment ( i.e.until April 30, 2028). Upon completion of the World Bank funding, the position shall be absorbed by WAPP.</p><p>The beginning of the assignment is planned for November 2026</p><p><strong>5. SELECTION METHOD</strong></p><p>The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the method of &quot;Selection of Individual Consultants&quot; described in the World Bank &quot;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers&rdquo; (edition September 2025).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><strong>6. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS</strong></p><p>Applications must be submitted exclusively by email and should bear the subject line: &ldquo;Application for ICC Engineer- Reference: BJ-WAPP-568960-CS-INDV&rdquo;.</p><p>Paper applications will not be accepted.</p><p>Applications may be submitted in either French or English and should be sent to: <strong>procurement@ecowapp.org</strong></p><p>&nbsp;Particular emphasis should be placed on references for relevant similar assignments previously carried out, which should be clearly highlighted and described.</p><p>Deadline for submission of applications: &nbsp;<strong>September 24, 2026,</strong> at noon, 12:00 pm, Benin local time (GMT+1).</p><p>Further information may be obtained by sending an email to:</p><p><strong>spos@ecowapp.org</strong></p><p><u>With copies to</u>:</p><p><strong>cpm@ecowapp.org</strong></p><p>&nbsp;<strong>hdhra@ecowapp.org </strong></p><p>Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for the next stage of the recruitment process.</p><p><strong>***</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00464184","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"22-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"French","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-07T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"14:00","project_ctry_name":"Congo, Democratic Republic of","project_id":"P506815","project_name":"DRC Transport and Connectivity Development Project","bid_reference_no":"ZR-CI-544027-CS-QCBS","bid_description":"Recrutement d'un Consultant (firme) Chargé de  la redéfinition de la classification routière de la RDC","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"70A, Avenue Roi Baudouin\nCommune de la Gombe / Ville de Kinshasa\nRépublique Démocratique du Congo.","contact_ctry_name":"Congo, Democratic Republic of","contact_email":"info@celluleinfra.org","contact_name":"Tshibambe Billy","contact_organization":"Cellule Infrastructures","contact_phone_no":"00243 986 411 225","contact_web_url":"www.celluleinfra.org","submission_date":"2026-08-22T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>R&eacute;publique D&eacute;mocratique du Congo</strong></p><p><strong>MINISTERE DES INFRASTRUCTURES ET TRAVAUX PUBLICS </strong></p><p><strong>Cellule Infrastructures</strong></p><p><strong>Projet de D&eacute;veloppement des Transports et de la Connectivit&eacute; en RDC (PDTC).</strong></p><p><strong><u>AVIS DE SOLLICITATION DE MANIFESTATIONS D&rsquo;INTERET</u></strong></p><p><strong>Recrutement d&rsquo;un consultant (firme) pour la red&eacute;finition de la classification routi&egrave;re de la R&eacute;publique D&eacute;mocratique du Congo.</strong></p><p><strong>N&deg; Avis&nbsp;: AMI n&deg; 050/MITP/CI/PDTC/2026</strong></p><p><strong>Num&eacute;ro du Cr&eacute;dit A : IDA </strong>7818-ZR<strong>&nbsp; </strong></p><p><strong>Num&eacute;ro du Cr&eacute;dit B : IDA </strong>7817-ZR</p><p><strong>Num&eacute;ro du DON&nbsp;: IDA-</strong> E4670-ZR</p><p>N&deg; de r&eacute;f&eacute;rence du march&eacute; PPM&nbsp;: ZR-CI-544027-CS-QCBS</p><p>Le Gouvernement de la R&eacute;publique D&eacute;mocratique du Congo a re&ccedil;u un financement de la Banque mondiale pour couvrir le co&ucirc;t du Projet de D&eacute;veloppement des Transports et de la Connectivit&eacute; en RDC (PDTC) et a l&rsquo;intention d&rsquo;affecter une partie du produit &agrave; des services de Consultant firme pour la red&eacute;finition de la classification routi&egrave;re de la R&eacute;publique D&eacute;mocratique du Congo.</p><p>Les prestations du Consultant consistent &agrave; r&eacute;aliser les t&acirc;ches suivantes :</p><ul><li>Une analyse du cadre macro&eacute;conomique s&rsquo;appuyant sur un diagnostic de l&rsquo;&eacute;conomie nationale en g&eacute;n&eacute;ral et la situation des secteurs productifs, la croissance d&eacute;mographique et l&rsquo;offre actuelle des services sociaux et le degr&eacute; de pauvret&eacute; dans les zones d&eacute;munies (p&eacute;riph&eacute;ries des grands centres urbains ou zones rurales isol&eacute;es) en particulier. Il s&rsquo;agit de d&eacute;crire la situation actuelle et son &eacute;volution au cours des deux d&eacute;cennies &agrave; venir&nbsp;;</li><li>Une analyse du cadre macro-&eacute;conomique en &eacute;mettant en exergue la place du secteur des transports dans l&rsquo;&eacute;conomie nationale&nbsp;;</li><li>Une analyse de l&rsquo;organisation du secteur des transports en mettant en relief sa coordination avec le mode de transport routier&nbsp;;</li><li>Une analyse critique de l&#39;organisation et du fonctionnement du sous-secteur routier pour en d&eacute;gager les probl&eacute;matiques et les sources de contre-performances&nbsp;;</li><li>Une proposition d&rsquo;axes strat&eacute;giques qui devrait permettre au sous-secteur routier, en g&eacute;n&eacute;ral, de soutenir efficacement la r&eacute;alisation des objectifs fix&eacute;s au niveau de la strat&eacute;gie nationale de lutte contre la pauvret&eacute;&nbsp;;</li><li>L&rsquo;identification de programme des investissements sur la base d&#39;un cadre logique qui fixe et hi&eacute;rarchise les priorit&eacute;s. A cet effet, une m&eacute;thode rationnelle devrait &ecirc;tre d&eacute;velopp&eacute;e &agrave; partir de param&egrave;tres quantifiables offrant aux services de l&rsquo;Administration la possibilit&eacute; de r&eacute;actualisation r&eacute;guli&egrave;re du programme&nbsp;;</li><li>La hi&eacute;rarchisation du r&eacute;seau routier devra &ecirc;tre &eacute;tablie par le biais d&rsquo;un facteur socio-&eacute;conomique calcul&eacute; pour chaque tron&ccedil;on de route sur la base d&rsquo;une analyse multicrit&egrave;re&nbsp;qui donnera &agrave; la route une place proportionnelle &agrave; son importance par rapport au r&eacute;seau routier dans son ensemble&nbsp;;</li><li>Le consultant devra proposer ces crit&egrave;res d&egrave;s la premi&egrave;re phase de l&rsquo;&eacute;tude pour requ&eacute;rir l&rsquo;adh&eacute;sion des parties prenantes et de l&rsquo;administration&nbsp;;</li><li>Le consultant proc&eacute;dera &agrave; la collecte et &agrave; l&rsquo;analyse des donn&eacute;es de trafic routier existant sur le r&eacute;seau routier, les compl&eacute;tera, par des comptages de trafic routier pendant au moins 7 jours, et des enqu&ecirc;tes socio-&eacute;conomiques (origine - destination). (i) A partir des donn&eacute;es recueillies, le consultant d&eacute;terminera&nbsp;: la demande globale actuelle de transport routier, la nature et le volume du trafic de base que draine la route, y compris les modes de transports interm&eacute;diaires observ&eacute;s sur chaque route. (ii) A partir de l&rsquo;analyse des indicateurs socio-&eacute;conomiques, le consultant d&eacute;terminera les pr&eacute;visions du trafic.</li></ul><p>Le d&eacute;marrage des prestations est pr&eacute;vu &agrave; partir du mois de <strong>janvier 2027 </strong>pour une dur&eacute;e estim&eacute;e &agrave; six (<strong>6) mois</strong> calendriers &eacute;tal&eacute;s sur une p&eacute;riode neuf (<strong>9) mois</strong>.</p><p>Les termes de r&eacute;f&eacute;rence complets sont disponibles sur le site de la Cellule Infrastructures&nbsp;<strong>: </strong><strong>www.celluleinfra.org</strong>, sous l&rsquo;onglet &laquo;&nbsp;Appel d&rsquo;offres&nbsp;&raquo;</p><p>La Cellule Infrastructures, Agence d&rsquo;ex&eacute;cution du Projet, invite les firmes de consultants (&laquo;&nbsp;Consultants&nbsp;&raquo;) admissibles &agrave; manifester leur int&eacute;r&ecirc;t &agrave; fournir les services d&eacute;crits ci-dessus. Les Consultants int&eacute;ress&eacute;s doivent fournir les informations d&eacute;montrant qu&rsquo;ils poss&egrave;dent les qualifications requises et une exp&eacute;rience pertinente pour l&rsquo;ex&eacute;cution des services.&nbsp;</p><p>Les crit&egrave;res pour l&rsquo;&eacute;tablissement de la liste restreinte sont&nbsp;:</p><ol><li>&Ecirc;tre un bureau d&rsquo;&eacute;tude ou un groupement de bureaux&nbsp;;</li><li>Avoir une exp&eacute;rience g&eacute;n&eacute;rale d&rsquo;au moins de 10 ans dans le domaine de transport&nbsp;;</li><li>Avoir r&eacute;alis&eacute; au moins trois (3) missions d&rsquo;&eacute;tudes de faisabilit&eacute; techniques et &eacute;conomique des routes et d&rsquo;am&eacute;nagement spatial du territoire au cours des dix (10) derni&egrave;res ann&eacute;es.</li></ol><p>Il est port&eacute; &agrave; l&rsquo;attention des Consultants que les dispositions des paragraphes 3.14, 3.16 et 3.17 du &laquo;&nbsp;R&egrave;glement de passation des march&eacute;s pour les Emprunteurs sollicitant le financement de projets d&rsquo;investissement par la Banque mondiale, &eacute;dition de septembre 2025 (R&egrave;glement de passation des march&eacute;s) relatives aux r&egrave;gles de la Banque mondiale en mati&egrave;re de conflits d&rsquo;int&eacute;r&ecirc;ts sont applicables.</p><p>Un Consultant sera s&eacute;lectionn&eacute; selon la m&eacute;thode de S&eacute;lection fond&eacute;e sur la qualit&eacute; et le co&ucirc;t telle que d&eacute;crite dans le R&egrave;glement de passation des march&eacute;s susmentionn&eacute;.</p><p>Les Consultants int&eacute;ress&eacute;s peuvent obtenir des informations suppl&eacute;mentaires &agrave; l&rsquo;adresse ci-dessous ou &agrave; l&rsquo;adresse &eacute;lectronique recrutement.cf@celluleinfra.org chaque jour ouvrable de 9 heures &agrave; 16 heures locales.</p><p>Les Manifestations d&rsquo;Int&eacute;r&ecirc;t, &eacute;crites en langue fran&ccedil;aise, doivent &ecirc;tre d&eacute;pos&eacute;es &agrave; l&rsquo;adresse ci-dessous en personne, par courrier accompagn&eacute;es de la version &eacute;lectronique en format Word ou Pdf copiable sur une cl&eacute; USB ou par courrier &eacute;lectronique en format Pdf copiable &agrave; l&rsquo;adresse mail&nbsp;: recrutement.cf@celluleinfra.org au<strong> plus tard le 07 septembre&nbsp; 2026 &agrave; 14 h 00 locales</strong> et porter clairement la mention&nbsp;: <strong><em>&laquo;AMI N&deg;050/MITP/CI/PDTC/2026&ndash;</em></strong><strong><em> </em></strong><strong>Recrutement d&rsquo;un consultant (firme) pour la red&eacute;finition de la classification routi&egrave;re de la R&eacute;publique D&eacute;mocratique du Congo&nbsp;&raquo;</strong><strong><em>.</em></strong></p><p>Cellule Infrastructures</p><p>70A, avenue Roi Baudouin</p><p>Commune de la Gombe/Kinshasa.</p><p>T&eacute;l:<em>+243(0)98 64 11&nbsp;225</em></p><p><strong>Pour le Coordonnateur en cong&eacute;,</strong></p><p><strong>Victor RUTALIRA CIZUNGU</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Coordonnateur Adjoint</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00464108","notice_type":"Invitation for Bids","noticedate":"22-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-10T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"02:00","project_ctry_name":"Tanzania","project_id":"P164920","project_name":"Tanzania Roads to Inclusion and Socioeconomic Opportunities (RISE) Project","bid_reference_no":"TZ-TANROADS-564111-CW-RFB","bid_description":"Construction of Sakalilo Bridge (80m) and Approach Roads","procurement_group":"CW","procurement_method_code":"RFB","procurement_method_name":"Request for Bids","contact_address":"P.O. Box 11364, 1st - 3rd Floor,\nBuilding adjacent to JNICC,\nDar es Salaam","contact_ctry_name":"Tanzania","contact_email":"francismwasota2@gmail.com","contact_name":"Francis Mwasota","contact_organization":"Tanzania National Roads Agency","contact_phone_no":"+255787325655","contact_web_url":"http://www.tanroads.org","submission_date":"2026-08-22T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; MINISTRY OF WORKS<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; TANZANIA NATIONAL ROADS AGENCY</p><p><br />Name of Project: Roads to Inclusion and Socioeconomic Opportunities (RISE)(RISE)<br />Contract Title: Construction of Sakalilo Bridge (80m) and Approach Roads (1.0 km).<br />Loan No./Credit No./Grant No.: IDA-77160<br />Project Reference No.: P164920<br />STEP Reference No.: 564111<br />RFB Reference No.: TR36/RISE/P164920/2026/2027/W/13<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 20/08/2026<br />1. This Invitation for Bids follows the General Procurement Notice (GPN) for this Project which appeared in United Nations Development Business (UNDB) Issue No. WB-P890351-12/21 dated 14th December, 2021 and the National e-Procurement System of Tanzania (NeST) dated 30/06/2026.<br /><br />2. The TANZANIA NATIONAL ROADS AGENCY has received CREDIT from the International Development Association (IDA) towards the cost of the Roads to Inclusion and Socioeconomic Opportunities (RISE), and it intends to apply part of the proceeds toward payments under the contracts for Construction of Sakalilo Bridge (80m) and Approach Roads (1.0 km).<br /><br />3. The TANZANIA NATIONAL ROADS AGENCY now invites sealed Bids from eligible Bidders for Construction of Sakalilo Bridge (80m) and Approach Roads (1.0 km).&nbsp;Qualifications Information is shown in the section of Qualifications and Evaluation Criteria.</p><p>4. Bidding will be conducted through the National Competitive Tendering as specified in the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers&rdquo; fourth edition, November 2020 as well as the Public Procurement Act, CAP 410, and is open to all Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations.<br /><br />5. Interested eligible Bidders may obtain further information from TANZANIA NATIONAL ROADS AGENCY, Issa Ally Kiangio, Njedengwa Investment Area, Block F, Plot No. 8, 5 Uchaguzi Road, P.O. Box 2433, Dodoma. and inspect the bidding document through NeST.<br /><br />6. A complete set of bidding document(s) in English may be accessed through NeST freely.<br /><br />7. Bidders are required to register through NeST and pay the bid participation fees indicated in the NeST (https://nest.go.tz/nest-tenderer/wallet/tender-charges) to be able to participate in this Bidding process. NeST payment user guide is made available in the NeST dashboard.<br /><br />8. Bids must be submitted electronically through NeST on or before 2:00 PM hours local time on 10/09/2026. Bid(s) will be opened promptly thereafter through NeST. Bid opening details will be available to the through NeST.<br /><br />9. All bids must be accompanied by a Bid Securing Declaration in the format provided in the Bidding Documents.<br /><br />10. Bids not received or opened through NeST shall not be accepted for evaluation irrespective of the circumstances.<br /><br /><br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Chief Executive<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;P.o. Box 2433, 41107 DODOMA</p>"},{"id":"OP00464207","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"22-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-02T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"11:00","project_ctry_name":"Uganda","project_id":"P176747","project_name":"Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises Project","bid_reference_no":"UG-MOGLSD-547665-CS-CQS","bid_description":"Consulting Services for Business Advisory Services to Beneficiaries (Grantees) of Gender Inclusive Workplace Infrastructure in Northern Region","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"CQS","procurement_method_name":"Consultant Qualification  Selection","contact_address":"PO Box 7316\nKampala","contact_ctry_name":"Uganda","contact_email":"johnssengendo02@gmail.com","contact_name":"John Ssengendo","contact_organization":"Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development","contact_phone_no":"256782757727","contact_web_url":"www.mglsd","submission_date":"2026-08-22T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>MINISTRY OF GENDER, LABOUR AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT</strong></p><p><strong>GENERATING GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES AND PRODUCTIVITY FOR WOMEN ENTERPRISES (GROW) PROJECT</strong></p><p><strong>Project ID: P176747</strong></p><p><strong>Grant No. 0920-UG</strong></p><p><strong>Request for Expressions of Interest</strong></p><p><strong>(Consulting Services &ndash; Firms Selection)</strong></p><p><strong>CONSULTANCY SERVICES TO BUSINESS ADVISORY SERVICES TO BENEFICIARIES (GRANTEES) OF GENDER INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE INFRASTRUCTURE</strong></p><p>Reference No<strong>.:&nbsp;MGLSD-GROW/CONS/25-26/00071-UG-MOGLSD-547665-CS-CQS</strong> Issued on:<strong>&nbsp;August 13, 2026</strong></p><p>The Government of the Republic of Uganda has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of implementing the Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for Consulting Services.</p><p>The Project Development Objective is to increase access to entrepreneurial services that enable women entrepreneurs to grow their enterprises in targeted locations, including host and refugee communities. The Project is being implemented by the Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development (MGLSD) jointly with Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) as an implementing Entity.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Under subcomponent three (3A &amp; 3B) the project intends to Establish and Equip Common User Production Facilities (CUPFs) and Enable Access to Gender-Inclusive Workplace Infrastructure respectively. It will provide grants to support innovation and business expansion for women-owned businesses through the establishment of common user production facilities. The aim is to provide demand-driven infrastructure and facilities to improve productivity of women as a step towards enterprise growth and transition. The target beneficiaries include women entrepreneurs who are managing micro and small businesses. Approximately 25,000 female entrepreneurs, including from refugee-hosting districts, are expected to benefit from this intervention for target beneficiary reach projection.</p><p>The implementation of this subcomponent will be done by the MGLSD with technical support from the Business Advisory Services firm</p><p>The Consulting Services (&quot;the Service&quot;) include <strong>Consultancy services to provider Business advisory services to beneficiaries of </strong><strong>Gender Inclusive Workplace Infrastructure and Common User Production Facilities (CUPFs)</strong><strong> beneficiary enterprises for Lot 1 &ndash; Central Region, Lot 2- Northern Region, Lot 3- Western Region, Lot 4- Easter Region</strong>. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at https://mglsd.go.ug/procurement/</p><p>The Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development now invites eligible consulting firms (&quot;Consultants&quot;) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria is as follows:</p><ol><li>At least five (5) years&rsquo; proven experience in providing business advisory, enterprise development, business incubation, MSME support programmes or related consultancy services.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in business planning, business model development, sustainability planning, financial management and operational strengthening for MSMEs, cooperatives, shared production facilities or similar enterprises.</li><li>Proven experience in market systems development, value chain strengthening, market feasibility assessments and enterprise growth strategies in sectors such as agro-processing, dairy, leather, crafts or related productive sectors.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering capacity-building, mentoring and technical assistance programmes for entrepreneurs, business associations, incubators or enterprise support institutions.</li><li>Experience in grants management, financial oversight, operational efficiency improvement and support to enterprises funded by Government, Development Partners or Donor-funded programmes.</li><li>At least five (5) years&rsquo; experience in implementing and monitoring Environmental and Social (E&amp;S) safeguards, including stakeholder engagement, grievance redress mechanisms (GRM), occupational health and safety, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) risk mitigation.</li><li>Demonstrated experience working with Government Ministries, Development Partners, private sector organizations and multi-stakeholder programmes supporting women&rsquo;s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship and MSME growth.</li><li>Experience in monitoring, supervision and reporting for donor-funded projects, including establishment of performance monitoring systems and preparation of analytical and implementation reports.<br />&nbsp;</li></ol><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers July 2016&rdquo; Seventh Edition, September 2025 &ldquo;Procurement Regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest.</p><p>Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.</p><p>A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Consultants Qualification selection (CQS) method set out in the World Bank&rsquo;s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers July 2016 revised September 2025.</p><p>Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours (0800 to 1700 hrs).</p><p>Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below in a written form not later than<strong>&nbsp;September 2, 2026 at 1100hrs.&nbsp;</strong>Consultants may make arrangements to have their Expressions of interest delivered by courier services however, no liability will be accepted for loss or late delivery.</p><p><strong>Expressions of Interest should be Addressed to:</strong></p><p><strong>The Permanent Secretary,</strong></p><p><strong>Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development,</strong></p><p><strong>P.O. Box 7136,</strong></p><p><strong>KAMPALA</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Expressions of Interest should be delivered/sent to:</strong></p><p><strong>7th Floor, Gender and Labour House, </strong></p><p><strong>Plot 2, George Street.</strong></p><p><strong>Tel: +256 414 347 854</strong></p><p><strong>Email: procurement.grow@mglsd.go.ug</strong><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>"},{"id":"OP00464205","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"22-Aug-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-09-02T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"11:00","project_ctry_name":"Uganda","project_id":"P176747","project_name":"Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises Project","bid_reference_no":"UG-MOGLSD-547666-CS-CQS","bid_description":"Consulting Services for Business Advisory Services to Beneficiaries (Grantees) of Gender Inclusive Workplace Infrastructure in Central Region","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"CQS","procurement_method_name":"Consultant Qualification  Selection","contact_address":"PO Box 7316\nKampala","contact_ctry_name":"Uganda","contact_email":"johnssengendo02@gmail.com","contact_name":"John Ssengendo","contact_organization":"Ministry of Gender Labour and Social Development","contact_phone_no":"256782757727","contact_web_url":"www.mglsd","submission_date":"2026-08-22T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"<p><strong>&nbsp;MINISTRY OF GENDER, LABOUR AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT</strong></p><p><strong>GENERATING GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES AND PRODUCTIVITY FOR WOMEN ENTERPRISES (GROW) PROJECT</strong></p><p><strong>Project ID: P176747</strong></p><p><strong>Grant No. 0920-UG</strong></p><p><strong>Request for Expressions of Interest</strong></p><p><strong>(Consulting Services &ndash; Firms Selection)</strong></p><p><strong>CONSULTANCY SERVICES TO BUSINESS ADVISORY SERVICES TO BENEFICIARIES (GRANTEES) OF GENDER INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE INFRASTRUCTURE</strong></p><p>Reference No<strong>.:&nbsp;MGLSD-GROW/CONS/25-26/00071-UG-MOGLSD-547665-CS-CQS</strong> Issued on:<strong>&nbsp;August 13, 2026</strong></p><p>The Government of the Republic of Uganda has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of implementing the Generating Growth Opportunities and Productivity for Women Enterprises (GROW) Project, and intends to apply part of the proceeds for Consulting Services.</p><p>The Project Development Objective is to increase access to entrepreneurial services that enable women entrepreneurs to grow their enterprises in targeted locations, including host and refugee communities. The Project is being implemented by the Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development (MGLSD) jointly with Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) as an implementing Entity.</p><p>Under subcomponent three (3A &amp; 3B) the project intends to Establish and Equip Common User Production Facilities (CUPFs) and Enable Access to Gender-Inclusive Workplace Infrastructure respectively. It will provide grants to support innovation and business expansion for women-owned businesses through the establishment of common user production facilities. The aim is to provide demand-driven infrastructure and facilities to improve productivity of women as a step towards enterprise growth and transition. The target beneficiaries include women entrepreneurs who are managing micro and small businesses. Approximately 25,000 female entrepreneurs, including from refugee-hosting districts, are expected to benefit from this intervention for target beneficiary reach projection.</p><p>The implementation of this subcomponent will be done by the MGLSD with technical support from the Business Advisory Services firm</p><p>The Consulting Services (&quot;the Service&quot;) include <strong>Consultancy services to provider Business advisory services to beneficiaries of </strong><strong>Gender Inclusive Workplace Infrastructure and Common User Production Facilities (CUPFs)</strong><strong> beneficiary enterprises for Lot 1 &ndash; Central Region, Lot 2- Northern Region, Lot 3- Western Region, Lot 4- Easter Region</strong>. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at https://mglsd.go.ug/procurement/</p><p>The Ministry of Gender, Labor and Social Development now invites eligible consulting firms (&quot;Consultants&quot;) to indicate their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The shortlisting criteria is as follows:</p><ol><li>At least five (5) years&rsquo; proven experience in providing business advisory, enterprise development, business incubation, MSME support programmes or related consultancy services.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in business planning, business model development, sustainability planning, financial management and operational strengthening for MSMEs, cooperatives, shared production facilities or similar enterprises.</li><li>Proven experience in market systems development, value chain strengthening, market feasibility assessments and enterprise growth strategies in sectors such as agro-processing, dairy, leather, crafts or related productive sectors.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering capacity-building, mentoring and technical assistance programmes for entrepreneurs, business associations, incubators or enterprise support institutions.</li><li>Experience in grants management, financial oversight, operational efficiency improvement and support to enterprises funded by Government, Development Partners or Donor-funded programmes.</li><li>At least five (5) years&rsquo; experience in implementing and monitoring Environmental and Social (E&amp;S) safeguards, including stakeholder engagement, grievance redress mechanisms (GRM), occupational health and safety, and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) risk mitigation.</li><li>Demonstrated experience working with Government Ministries, Development Partners, private sector organizations and multi-stakeholder programmes supporting women&rsquo;s economic empowerment, entrepreneurship and MSME growth.</li><li>Experience in monitoring, supervision and reporting for donor-funded projects, including establishment of performance monitoring systems and preparation of analytical and implementation reports.<br />&nbsp;</li></ol><p>The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank&rsquo;s &ldquo;Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers July 2016&rdquo; Seventh Edition, September 2025 &ldquo;Procurement Regulations&rdquo;), setting forth the World Bank&rsquo;s policy on conflict of interest.</p><p>Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or a sub-consultancy. In case of a joint venture, all the partners in the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable for the entire contract, if selected.</p><p>A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Consultants Qualification selection (CQS) method set out in the World Bank&rsquo;s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers July 2016 revised September 2025.</p><p>Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours (0800 to 1700 hrs).</p><p>Expressions of interest must be delivered to the address below in a written form not later than<strong>&nbsp;September 2, 2026 at 1100hrs.&nbsp;</strong>Consultants may make arrangements to have their Expressions of interest delivered by courier services however, no liability will be accepted for loss or late delivery.</p><p><strong>Expressions of Interest should be Addressed to:</strong></p><p><strong>The Permanent Secretary,</strong></p><p><strong>Ministry of Gender, Labour, and Social Development,</strong></p><p><strong>P.O. Box 7136,</strong></p><p><strong>KAMPALA</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Expressions of Interest should be delivered/sent to:</strong></p><p><strong>7th Floor, Gender and Labour House, </strong></p><p><strong>Plot 2, George Street.</strong></p><p><strong>Tel: +256 414 347 854</strong></p><p><strong>Email: procurement.grow@mglsd.go.ug</strong><strong>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><p>&nbsp;</p>"}]}