Project:P181538-Mali Water Security Project
Loan/Credit/TF Info:-
Bid/Contract Reference No:ML-PASEMA-460927-GO-RFB
Procurement Method:RFB-Appel d'offres
Scope of Contract:Acquisition de matriels informatiques et bureautiques
Notice Version No:0
Project:P181538-Mali Water Security Project
Loan/Credit/TF Info:-
Bid/Contract Reference No:ML-PASEMA-460927-GO-RFB
Procurement Method:RFB-Appel d'offres
Scope of Contract:Acquisition de mobiliers de bureau
Notice Version No:0
Project:P167794-One WASHConsolidated Water Supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene Account Project (One WASHCWA)
Loan/Credit/TF Info:IDA-64450
Bid/Contract Reference No:ET-SOMALI RWRDB-529831-CW-RFQ
Procurement Method:RFQ-Request for Quotations
Scope of Contract:Procurement of Civil work and Construction OfOne new MHM room, incinarator, and separate latterine female and male in Ayun Secondary school implemented by Regional education bureau.
Notice Version No:0
YOUNG+ | P505158 | World Bank Loan No. IBRD-97940
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (MoI)
CONSULTING SERVICES — COMPANY SELECTION
Contracting consulting services for conducting a training needs assessment based on labor market demands, and developing and updating curricula for identified priority areas.
Ref.: 2.1.11./C-2.1.11/COMP.2/CS/INEFOP-2026
The Government of Angola, through the Ministry of Public Administration, Labor and Social Security (MAPTSS), via the National Institute of Employment and Vocational Training (INEFOP) and with the support of the World Bank, received funding of US$250 million for the implementation of the Angola Youth Employment and Opportunities Project (AYEOP/JOVEM+, P505158), approved by the World Bank Board of Directors on March 20, 2025, and intends to use part of this funding to hire a consulting firm to conduct a national needs assessment based on labor market demands and to develop and update curricula for identified priority areas.
The JOVEM+ Project seeks to expand employment opportunities for young people in Angola by addressing the barriers that limit their access to salaried employment and entrepreneurship, through support for entrepreneurs, preparation of young people for salaried employment, and strengthening the capacity of national institutions to provide effective and sustainable employment programs and services.
The objective of the consultancy is to produce a structured and technically robust national diagnosis of vocational training needs in Angola, including mapping the current and projected demand for skills by training area, economic sector, and province; analyzing the needs of companies and employers; assessing the capacities and gaps of existing training centers; analyzing training density by region; and projecting medium-term employment, with the formulation of recommendations for policies, investments, and indicative training targets. Based on the results of the diagnosis, the consultancy should also develop and update curricula for up to six priority training areas, integrating technical and behavioral skills, with validation from the productive sector and alignment with national and international benchmarks.
The services will be executed within a maximum period of 60 (sixty) consecutive days, counted from the issuance of the Service Order, with phased delivery of 7 (seven) products subject to formal validation by INEFOP. The contract will be concluded in the form of a time-based contract. The consultancy will have a national scope and will be executed in a hybrid format, combining remote work with on-site activities for data collection, validation and institutional coordination, with the company being responsible for providing its own travel and logistical resources compatible with the national scope of the study.
The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for this expressions of interest solicitation phase can be obtained at the email address indicated below.
INEFOP, within the scope of the JOVEM+ Project, invites qualified consulting firms (“Consultants”) to express their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they possess the necessary qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The pre-selection criteria are:
• Possess at least 5 (five) years of general experience in labor market analysis, training needs assessment, curriculum development, and human resource development;
• To demonstrate the completion of at least 2 (two) projects in the last 5 (five) years involving studies on the labor market and employer needs, development or revision of vocational training curricula and alignment of curricula to competency-based standards or equivalent national qualification frameworks;
• Demonstrate knowledge of the vocational training system and the labor market in Angola, as well as the ability to conduct fieldwork on a national scale, using own means of data collection and processing;
• Possess the capacity to mobilize a multidisciplinary team with the profiles defined in the Terms of Reference (coordination, labor market, professional training, statistics/econometrics, curriculum development and field coordination), with key experts required to be proficient in the Portuguese language;
• Prior experience in projects financed by the World Bank, ILO, AfDB, European Union or other international development agencies is an advantage;
• Not to incur any conflict of interest, and the participation of active public servants of the public administration or employees of state-owned or controlled companies is not permitted, whenever this constitutes a conflict with the applicable rules of integrity, eligibility and independence.
Interested Consultants are advised to refer to Section III, paragraphs 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank's "IPF Borrower Procurement Regulations" (Revised Edition), which sets out the World Bank's policy on conflicts of interest. The document can be consulted at the following address:
http://documents.worldbank.org/curated/en/099011109112533972
Consultants may associate with other companies to enhance their qualifications, and must indicate whether the association takes the form of a Joint Venture or a sub-consulting arrangement. In the case of a Joint Venture, all partners will be jointly and severally liable for the execution of the entire contract, if selected.
Under the Financing Agreement between the Government of Angola and the World Bank, the Consultant will be selected according to the Quality and Cost-Based Selection (QCBS) method, as established in the World Bank's Procurement Regulations.
Expressions of interest must be submitted in writing, electronically, by 3:30 p.m. (Angola local time) on July 30, 2026. Additional information can be obtained at the address below, during office hours, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
"},{"id":"OP00456906","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"16-Jul-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-07-31T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"14:30","project_ctry_name":"Mozambique","project_id":"P178658","project_name":"Access to Finance & Economic Opportunities Project – Mais Oportunidades","bid_reference_no":"MZ-MEF-DNT-556716-CS-QCBS","bid_description":"Consulting Services for the Preparation of Detailed Designs and Environmental and Social Studies for the Vilankulos Coastal Protection Project","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"Av. do Zimbabwe no. 1374, Maputo","contact_ctry_name":"Mozambique","contact_email":"Ppaulino67@gmail.com","contact_name":"Pedro Paulino","contact_organization":"Ministry of Economy and Finance - DNT","contact_phone_no":"+258 21081643","submission_date":"2026-07-16T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"REPUBLIC OF MOZAMBIQUE
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
National Directorate of Treasury and Economic and Financial Cooperation
ACCESS TO FINANCE & ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES PROJECT: MAIS OPORTUNIDADES
Project Implementation Unit
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)
CONSULTING SERVICES FOR MARITIME DIAGNOSIS AND MODELLING, STUDY AND ALTERNATIVES, EXECUTIVE PROJECT AND ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL STUDIES, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE COASTAL PROTECTION INFRASTRUCTURE, REHABILITATION AND REQUALIFICATION OF THE MARGINAL OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF THE CITY OF VILANKULO, INHAMBANE PROVINCE
Country: Mozambique
Grant No: Credit IDA-72780, Project No. P178658
Assignment Title: Consulting Services for Maritime Diagnosis and Modelling, Study and Alternatives, Executive Project and Environmental and Social Studies, for the Construction of the Coastal Protection Infrastructure, Rehabilitation and Requalification of the Marginal of the Municipality of the City of Vilankulo, Inhambane Province
Reference No: MZ-MEF-DNT-556716-CS-QCBS
1. The Government of Mozambique (GoM), through the Ministry of Finance (MF) has received funding from the World Bank toward the cost of the Mozambique: Access to Finance & Economic Opportunities Project (Mais Oportunidades) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
2. The Consulting Services (“the Services”) include development of technically sound, climateresilient coastal protection and waterfront rehabilitation solutions for the Vilankulo waterfront area through an evidencedriven approach. The specific objectives are as follows:
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be provided on request to the following e-mail: procurement.pled@gmail.com.
3. The Ministry of Finance (MF) now invites eligible Consultants 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 (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, etc.). The firm or Consortium selected must be legally registered institutions with the qualifications and experience below.
4. Shortlisting will be based on the Consultant's general and specific experience in coastal engineering, coastal protection design, waterfront rehabilitation projects, environmental and social safeguards, technical backstopping capacity, and regional experience. Detailed qualification and evaluation criteria are provided in the Terms of Reference.
The shortlisting criteria are:
Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.
5. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
Given the multidisciplinary nature of the assignment, 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.
6. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection method set out in the World Bank Procurement Regulations.
7. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 8:30 to 15:30 hours.
8. Expressions of Interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, by e-mail, or, preferably, through the following online submission link: https://form.jotform.com/ConectaNegocios/MaisOp_VilankulosEoI) by 14:30 hours on 31st July 2026.
Ministério das Finanças
Direcção Nacional do Tesouro e Cooperação Económica e Financeira
Projecto de Acesso ao Financiamento e Oportunidades Económicas: Mais Oportunidades
Unidade de Coordenação do Projecto
Av. Do Zimbabwe, No. 1374
Maputo – Moçambique
Tel: +258 21081643
Email: procurement.pled@gmail.com
"},{"id":"OP00453482","notice_type":"Request for Expression of Interest","noticedate":"16-Jul-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","submission_deadline_date":"2026-08-05T00:00:00Z","submission_deadline_time":"15:00","project_ctry_name":"Bhutan","project_id":"P181278","project_name":"Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia Phase 2 - Bhutan Project","bid_reference_no":"DGPC/ACCESS/IGA/2025/12","bid_description":"Selection of Consulting Service for Integrated Geohazard Assessment (IGA) for Kuri, Gongri and Chamkharchhu Basins in Bhutan","procurement_group":"CS","procurement_method_code":"QCBS","procurement_method_name":"Quality And Cost-Based Selection","contact_address":"1168 Serbi Lam Southeast Thimphu 11001 Bhutan","contact_ctry_name":"Bhutan","contact_email":"sonam.choden@drukgreen.bt","contact_name":"Sonam Choden","contact_organization":"DGPC","contact_phone_no":"+975 2 339875","contact_web_url":"https://www.drukgreen.bt","submission_date":"2026-07-16T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"Extension of deadline for submission of EoI:
Please refer to the below SPN, the EOI submission deadline has been extended to 05 August 2026. Now the Expression of Interest needs to be submitted in a written form (either through e-mail or in person or by mail) to the following address by 15:00 hours (Bhutan Time) (GMT + 6 hours) on or before 05 August, 2026.
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)
Country: Kingdom of Bhutan
Name of Project: Accelerating Transport and Trade Connectivity in Eastern South Asia (Access) – Bhutan Project
Loan No/Credit No/ Grant No: IDA 77560 (Credit)/IDAE4310 (grant)
Assignment Title: Selection of Consultant for Conducting the Integrated Geohazard Assessment (IGA) for Mangdechhu and Drangmechhu River Basins
Reference No: DGPC/ACCESS/IGA/2025/12
2. Scope of Services
The scope of work comprises an Integrated Geohazard Assessment (IGA) of the Mangdechhu River Basin (Mangdechhu and Chamkharchhu rivers) and the Drangmechhu River Basin (Kurichhu and Gongrichhu rivers) in central and eastern Bhutan, to support the planning and preparation of hydropower projects in these basins, including the Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Plant. The assignment will evaluate geological, hydro-meteorological, and cryosphere-related hazards under current and future climate scenarios to identify risk-informed measures that strengthen dam safety and the long-term resilience of hydropower infrastructure. Key activities include an inception workshop and comprehensive desk study of existing geohazard, seismic, hydrological, and climate-risk information; a gap analysis to identify outstanding data and field investigation needs; and a comprehensive IGA covering event mapping, process identification, neo-tectonic and regional geological analysis, and a glacial hazard assessment — including an inventory of glaciers and glacial lakes, hazard ranking, detailed feasibility and numerical breach/flood modelling for at least two high-hazard glacial lakes, and recommendations for future monitoring. The 18-month assignment will be delivered through an Interim IGA Report for the Kurichhu/Dorjilung sub-basin, a Draft IGA Report covering both river basins, and a Final IGA Report, supported by at least three visits to Bhutan, including an Inception Workshop and an IGA Workshop.
3. Detail Terms of Reference (TOR) will be available in https://www.drukgreen.bt/tender/ from June 29, 2026.
4. The DoST, MoIT represented by Druk Green Power Corporation Ltd (DGPC) now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) 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:
Consultants are requested to submit, but not limited to, the following supporting documents in support of the above-mentioned criteria:
Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.
5. The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.13, 3.15, and 3.16 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” September 2023 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment as per paragraph 3.17 of the Procurement Regulations: Consultants shall not be hired for any assignment that would be in conflict with their prior or current obligations to other clients, or that may place them in a position of being unable to carry out the assignment in the best interests of the Borrower.
6. Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualifications but shall indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture (i.e. all members of the joint venture shall be jointly and severally liable) and/or a sub-consultancy (i.e. the Consultant will be responsible, including for the services of the sub-consultant). In case of an association, the Consultant must explain in the EoI submission (a) the rationale/ justification for the proposed inclusion of the JV members and/or sub-consultants; and (b) the anticipated role and relevant qualifications of each member of the Joint Venture and/or of each sub-consultant for carrying out the assignment. Failure to provide the above explanation in the EoI may risk the association not being shortlisted for the assignment. However, the qualifications/ experience of sub-consultants will not be considered in the evaluation of Expressions of Interest for Shortlisting. The total number of firms in the association will be limited to a maximum of Three (03).
7. A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations.
8. Expected date for commencement of the services is February 2027 and the duration of the assignment is eighteen (18) months.
9. The Expression of Interest needs to be submitted in a written form (either through e-mail or in person or by mail) to the following address by 15:00 hours (Bhutan Time) (GMT + 6 hours) on or before July 22, 2026. Please clearly mention “Expression of Interest (EoI) for “Selection of Consultant for Conducting the Integrated Geohazard Assessment (IGA) for Mangdechhu and Drangmechhu River Basins” in the e-mail’s subject line or on the top of the envelope.
10. Further information can be obtained at the address mentioned below during office hours between 0900 to 1700 hours Bhutan Standard Time. DGPC reserves the right to accept or reject any or all EOIs without assigning any reason, whatsoever.
Druk Green Power Corporation Limited
Kind Attention: Sonam Choden
Contracts Section, Projects and Contract Department,
1168 Serbi Lam Southeast,
Thimphu 11001; Bhutan
Email: sonam.choden@drukgreen.bt
Website: www.drukgreen.bt
"},{"id":"OP00457112","notice_type":"Contract Award","noticedate":"16-Jul-2026","notice_lang_name":"English","notice_status":"Published","project_ctry_name":"Eastern and Southern Africa","project_id":"P178566","project_name":"Food Systems Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa","bid_reference_no":"ET-ORO-EJERSA LAFO-FSRP-518236-CW-RFB/25","bid_description":"Construction of 5 Micro House Hold Irrigation project at Ejersa Lafo, West Shewa Zone.","procurement_group":"CW","procurement_method_code":"RFB","procurement_method_name":"Request for Bids","submission_date":"2026-07-16T00:00:00Z","notice_text":"Project:P178566-Food Systems Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa
Loan/Credit/TF Info:IDA-71560
Bid/Contract Reference No:ET-ORO-EJERSA LAFO-FSRP-518236-CW-RFB/25
Procurement Method:RFB-Request for Bids
Scope of Contract:Construction Works of 2 Micro House Hold Irrigation project (Bufa 1 and Bufata 2), at Ejersa Lafo, West Shewa Zone.
Notice Version No:0
INVITATION TO QUOTE
(WORKS-NATIONAL)
Country: The Independent State of Samoa
Name of Project: Samoa Climate Resilient Transport Project (SCRTP)
Contract Title: Minor works for Allocated Sections of the West Coast Road, to enhance Climate Resilience Infrastructure in Samoa LOT 1A and LOT 1B.
Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: IDA-D3670 and Project ID No. P165782
Reference No.: WS-LTA-504911-CW-RFQ
LOT 1A
Lot 1B
Both LOT 1 and 2 will comprise minor civil works as noted above, including the necessary Environment and Social compliance aspects relating to the scope of the minor works
The Chief Executive Officer
Land Transport Authority
Private Bag
Vaitele, Apia
SAMOA
Attention: Ms. Lenata’i Taupisi Fa'amatuainu
Ag.Manager - Project Management Division
Telephone: (685) 26740 ext 139,
Email: taupisioletoga.faamatuainu@lta.gov.ws
The Secretary
Tenders Board
Level 4, Central Bank Building
APIA
Bids must be delivered at or before 11am (Samoa Time) 15th December 2025.
Bids will be opened immediately thereafter in the presence of any bidders’ representatives who choose to attend.
Fa’afetai,
_____________________________
Sagauga Leilani Galuvao
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
LAND TRANSPORT AUTHORITY
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(CONSULTING SERVICES -FIRMS SELECTION)
REPUBLIC OF LEBANON
Lebanon Renewable Energy and System Reinforcement Project (P180501)
Loan No.: IBRD-97310
Assignment Title: Project External Audit
Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): LB-EDL-553964-CS-LCS
The Government of Lebanon has received financing from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) toward the cost of the Lebanon Renewable Energy and System Reinforcement Project (P180501) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
The consulting services (“the Services”) includes the carrying out of Financial Audit of LRESRP over the period starting October 2025 till December 31, 2028.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found attached to this procurement notice below.
Electricite du Liban now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) 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: (a) core business and years in business, (b) relevant experience, (c) technical and managerial capability of the firm. Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are attached to this request for expressions of interest and can be found below.
The EDL now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) 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 attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs 3.13, 3.15 and 3.16 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (February 2025), which set forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Least Cost Selection method (LCS) set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, dated February 2025.
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 10:00 to 14:00 (Beirut local time).
Interested firms should submit an Expression of Interest including:
Key experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.
Expressions of Interest must be delivered in written form to the address below (in person) or e-mail to LRESRP-PROC@edl.gov.lb by Monday, August 10, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon) Beirut Time.
Electricité Du Liban
Prefabricated Cell No. 38
Newly Installed on the West Side of the EDL Central Building
Within its Headquarters in Beirut
Attn: Mrs. Rachel Chebl – Secretary of Purchase Committee
RUE DU FLEUVE
P.O. BOX 131, BEIRUT
LEBANON
Tel: +961-1-442720 / 442729
Fax: +961-1-583084
E-mail: lresrp-proc@edl.gov.lb
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Project External Audit
Consolidated EDL and LRA Project Components (IBRD Loan)
EDL Project Components (Grant)
1. Project Background
The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) has agreed to provide a loan in the amount of two hundred and fifty million United States Dollars (US$250,000,000) to the Lebanese Republic to assist in financing the Lebanon Renewable Energy and System Reinforcement Project (LRESRP), Project No. P180501. In addition, an Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) Grant in the amount of one million five hundred thousand United States Dollars (US$1,500,000), Grant No. IFOC8460, has been made available to support EDL-related activities under the Project. The objective of the Project is to enable cleaner, more reliable and efficient grid electricity services in Lebanon.
The Project is the first operation of a proposed Series of Projects supporting electricity sector recovery and development. It contributes to restoring basic functionality of the electricity network through transmission network rehabilitation and reinforcement, operational and commercial system modernization at EDL, rehabilitation of hydropower assets implemented by LRA, and an increased share of utility-scale solar photovoltaic generation. The Project also integrates environmental, social, disaster risk, and climate resilience measures in its design and implementation.
This Terms of Reference (TOR) applies to the external audit of the Project financial statements and financial management arrangements for the parts of the LRESRP implemented by Electricité du Liban (EDL), including the EDL components financed under IBRD Loan No. 9731-LB and the EDL activities financed under ESMAP Grant No. IFOC8460. The TOR is prepared in line with the Loan Agreement, the ESMAP Grant Agreement, the Project Operations Manual (POM), the EDL Subsidiary Agreement under the Loan, the Subsidiary Agreement under the Grant, the applicable World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, the applicable World Bank disbursement and financial management requirements, and International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
For the purposes of this TOR, the term “Financing Agreements” means, as applicable, the Loan Agreement for IBRD Loan No. 9731-LB and the ESMAP Grant Agreement, Grant No. IFOC8460, including any related subsidiary agreements, supplemental letters, disbursement arrangements, and applicable World Bank requirements.
2. EDL Project Scope Under the Financing Agreements
Under Article III of the Loan Agreement, the Borrower shall cause Parts 1, 2.1, 2.3 and 3.1 of the Project to be carried out by EDL. In addition, under the ESMAP Grant Agreement, the Recipient, through MoEW, shall cause EDL to carry out the Grant-financed Project activities. Accordingly, this TOR covers the audit of EDL Project components, Grant-financed activities, funds, expenditures, contracts, assets, and related financial management and procurement records. Parts 2.2 and 3.2 of the Loan-financed Project are implemented by LRA and are outside the direct audit scope of this TOR, except where coordination or consolidation is required under the Financing Agreements, the POM, or the World Bank requirements.
For clarity, the Loan-financed EDL part of the LRESRP consists of the following:
EDL Part | Description of Activities to be Considered by the Auditor |
Component 1: Strengthening of EDL Operational and Commercial Systems | EDL operational systems and commercial systems, including the National Control Center (NCC), SCADA, energy management system, telecommunications, AMI center, billing system, consumer portal, ERP platform, related IT infrastructure, training, deployment, and operation and maintenance arrangements. |
Component 2.1: Development of a Grid-connected Solar PV Plant | Supply and installation of a utility-scale solar PV power plant at the Selected Site in the Hermel, Ras Baalbek and Qaa area, with an installed capacity estimated at around 150 MWp, including design, PV modules, inverters, balance of plant, control and monitoring systems, auxiliary systems, civil works, grid connection interface, and an operation and maintenance contract with on-the-job training. |
Component 2.2: Rehabilitation of LRA HPPs and Strengthening of Dam Safety | Implemented by LRA and are outside the direct audit scope of this TOR. |
Component 2.3: Strengthening of EDL Transmission Network | Rehabilitation of Ashrafieh 220 kV substation; rehabilitation of the 220 kV Deir Nbouh - Baalbek overhead transmission line; upgrade of Baalbek substation; construction of a new 220 kV point-of-connection substation; connection of the solar PV plant to the grid; and connection of the point of connection to the EDL grid through the existing Deir Nbouh - Baalbek double-circuit 220 kV line. |
Component 3.1: Project Implementation Support and Technical Studies for EDL | EDL Owner's Engineer, consultancy services for EDL business process review and ERP leverage, consultancy support to EDL-PMT and Project Steering Committee, project management and coordination, monitoring and evaluation, environmental and social compliance, gender sensitization, fiduciary administration, internal controls, audits, third-party monitoring, communication and outreach, grievance mechanism and citizen engagement mechanism, and capacity building for EDL. |
Sub-component 3.2: Project Implementation Support, Technical Studies for LRA, and Dam Safety Panel of Experts | Implemented by LRA and are outside the direct audit scope of this TOR. |
2.1 Detailed EDL Activities
Component 1.1: Strengthening of EDL Operational Systems
Component 1.2: Strengthening of EDL Commercial Systems
Component 2.1: Development of a Grid-connected Solar PV Plant
Component 2.3: Strengthening of EDL Transmission Network
Component 3.1: Project Implementation Support and Technical Studies for EDL
2.2 Grant-Financed EDL Activities
In addition to the EDL activities financed under the IBRD Loan, this TOR also covers the activities financed under the ESMAP Grant, Grant No. IFOC8460, to the extent implemented by EDL and recorded under the Project financial management arrangements.
The Grant-financed Project consists of the following activities:
Part 1: Feasibility studies for solar PV generation
Supporting preliminary studies and feasibility assessments for a solar photovoltaic generation facility with battery energy storage system, including detailed geospatial analysis of the site based on earlier studies and criteria agreed with EDL; analysis and selection of system technologies, including specifications for PV panels and inverters; high-resolution modeling to estimate energy outputs based on PV module, inverter and equipment characteristics; and review of site preparation, equipment costs, control systems, meteorological hardware, electrical networks and decommissioning requirements.
Part 2: Site-specific environmental and social studies as per the Environmental and Social Framework
Supporting EDL in preparing site-specific environmental and social instruments to identify potential environmental, social, health and safety risks related to the construction and operation of the solar PV plant, including preparation of a site-specific Environmental and Social Impact Assessment; consultations with stakeholders and integration of their feedback into the designs and the ESIA; and preparation of terms of reference for the engineering, procurement and construction contractor to prepare a construction environmental and social management plan and an occupational health and safety risk assessment.
3. Financing of the Project Components and Grant Activities (EDL & LRA)
The auditor will reconcile EDL expenditures directly and consolidate the final statements after receiving the separate independently audited report from the LRA.
The Loan Agreement allocates the following financing categories to EDL. The Auditor shall reconcile audited Loan expenditures, withdrawals, replenishments, direct payments, special commitments, statements of expenditure, contract commitments, and unpaid balances to these EDL categories and to the approved Annual Work Plans and Budgets, as applicable.
Category | Description | Amount Allocated (USD) | Percentage of Expenditures to be Financed |
1 | Goods, works, non-consulting services, consulting services, Operating Costs and Training for Parts 1, 2.3 and 3.1 of the Project implemented by EDL. | 128,678,000 | 100% |
2 | Goods, works, non-consulting services, consulting services, Operating Costs and Training for Part 2.1 of the Project implemented by EDL. | 90,772,000 | 100% |
3 | Goods, works, non-consulting services, consulting services, Operating Costs and Training for Part 2.2 of the Project implemented by LRA. | 24,937,000 | 100% |
4 | Goods, works, non-consulting services, consulting services, Operating Costs and Training for Part 3.2 of the Project implemented by LRA. | 4,988,000 | 100% |
5 | Emergency Expenditures under Part 4.1 of the Project. | 0 | 100% |
6 | Emergency Expenditures under Part 4.2 of the Project. | 0 | 100% |
7 | Front-end Fee for Parts 1, 2.1, 2.3 and 3.1 of the Project implemented by EDL. | 550,000 | Amount payable pursuant to Section 2.03 of the Loan Agreement, in accordance with Section 2.07(b) of the General Conditions |
8 | Front-end Fee for Parts 2.2 and 3.2 of the Project implemented by LRA. | 75,000 | Amount payable pursuant to Section 2.03 of the Loan Agreement, in accordance with Section 2.07(b) of the General Conditions |
9 | Interest Rate Cap or Interest Rate Collar premium for EDL. | Amount due | Amount payable pursuant to Section 4.05(c) of the General Conditions |
10 | Interest Rate Cap or Interest Rate Collar premium for LRA. |
| Amount payable pursuant to Section 4.05(c) of the General Conditions |
| TOTAL AMOUNT | 250,000,000 |
|
Source: Project Appraisal Document (PAD), Table 5, pages 41–42.
The aggregate amount allocated to EDL Categories 1 and 2 is US$219,450,000, excluding the EDL front-end fee and any Interest Rate Cap or Interest Rate Collar premium. Including the EDL front-end fee, the identified EDL allocation is US$220,000,000, subject to the terms of the Loan Agreement.
The Closing Date of the Loan is December 31, 2030, unless otherwise amended in accordance with the Loan Agreement. The Closing Date of the Grant is June 30, 2027, unless otherwise amended in accordance with the Grant Agreement.
The ESMAP Grant Agreement allocates the following financing category to EDL-related Grant activities. The Auditor shall reconcile audited Grant expenditures, withdrawals, direct payments, statements of expenditure, contract commitments, unpaid balances and supporting documents to this Grant category, the approved Annual Work Plans and Budgets, the Grant Agreement, the Subsidiary Agreement under the Grant, the POM and applicable World Bank requirements.
Category | Description | Amount Allocated (USD) | Percentage of Expenditures to be Financed |
1 | Goods, works, non-consulting services, consulting services, Training and Operating Costs under the Project | 1,500,000 | 100% inclusive of taxes |
Total |
| 1,500,000 |
|
The total Grant amount is US$1,500,000. No withdrawal shall be made for payments made prior to the date of the Grant Agreement.
4. Project Implementation Arrangements for EDL
The Ministry of Energy and Water (MoEW) has overall responsibility for the implementation of the Project. A Project Steering Committee, chaired by the Minister of Energy and Water, is to provide overall strategic guidance and Project oversight, approve the Annual Work Plan and Budget, and review implementation and evaluation reports, as applicable.
EDL shall maintain the EDL Project Management Team (EDL-PMT) throughout Project implementation, with composition, mandate and resources satisfactory to the Bank and as further detailed in the POM. The EDL-PMT shall include, inter alia, a Project manager, procurement specialist, financial management specialist, and environmental and social specialist, all with terms of reference, qualifications and experience acceptable to the Bank.
The EDL-PMT is responsible for the day-to-day coordination of EDL Project activities, including financial management, procurement, monitoring and evaluation, preparation of Project progress and monitoring reports, compliance with the Environmental and Social Commitment Plan (ESCP) and Environmental and Social Standards, and coordination with stakeholders on implementation.
Before the commencement of any works under Parts 1, 2.1 and 2.3, EDL shall select and hire the EDL Owner's Engineer with terms of reference and under terms and conditions acceptable to the Bank. The EDL Owner's Engineer is responsible for assisting MoEW and EDL in the supervision of the activities under Parts 1, 2.1 and 2.3 of the Project.
The EDL Subsidiary Agreement shall govern the transfer and use of the relevant Loan proceeds for EDL Parts 1, 2.1, 2.3 and 3.1. The Subsidiary Agreement under the Grant shall govern the transfer and use of the relevant Grant proceeds for the Grant-financed EDL activities. EDL is required to carry out the Loan-financed Project parts and the Grant-financed activities with due diligence and efficiency and in conformity with appropriate administrative, economic, engineering, managerial, financial, environmental, social and technical standards and practices, including the Anti-Corruption Guidelines, Procurement Regulations, Environmental and Social Standards, and applicable provisions of the Financing Agreements and POM.
5. Financial Management and Audit Requirements
EDL shall maintain a financial management system and prepare financial statements in accordance with consistently applied accounting standards acceptable to the Bank, in a manner adequate to reflect the operations, resources and expenditures related to Parts 1, 2.1, 2.3 and 3.1 of the Loan-financed Project and the activities financed under the Grant.
EDL is expected to maintain a ring-fenced accounting and reporting arrangement for the Project until the relevant integrated system or ERP platform is acquired, installed, customized and operational. The system should allow the recording of daily transactions, tracking of commitments and payments, separate identification of Loan and Grant financing sources, preparation of quarterly interim unaudited financial reports (IFRs), annual Project financial statements, and a fixed assets registry for assets financed under the EDL Project components and Grant-financed activities.
Each audit of the Project Financial Statements shall cover one fiscal year of the Borrower, commencing with the fiscal year in which the first withdrawal under the Loan or Grant was made, unless otherwise agreed with the Bank. The audited financial statements, audit report, and management letter shall be furnished to the Bank not later than six months after the end of each audit period. The Project Financial Statements shall separately identify Loan and Grant funds, expenditures, categories, contracts and balances, as applicable.
The EDL-PMT shall ensure that all necessary records are available to the Auditor, all accounting entries and adjustments have been made, and all actions required for the Auditor to issue the final audit report within the deadline have been completed.
The Project Financial Statements for EDL should include, at minimum:
Context
6. Objective of the Audit
The primary objective of the audit engagement is to enable the Auditor to express a professional opinion as to whether:
For this purpose, the Auditor shall carry out the examinations, tests and procedures necessary to obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence, including review of the underlying records, contracts, supporting documents, internal control systems, withdrawal applications, statements of expenditure, designated account(s), and physical existence of assets where applicable.
The auditor is expected to consolidate the audit of the loan after receiving the audit from LRA.
7. Scope of the Audit
The audit subject to this Terms of Reference is considered as a special purpose audit engagement for which, in addition to compliance with international standards as explained below, the Auditor needs to take into consideration the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting, and compliance with World Bank Reporting requirements, Disbursement guidelines, and Procurement Guidelines in order to provide assurance on the financial management and procurement arrangements of the project in accordance with ISA 800. Accordingly, the Auditor should review and assess the conclusions drawn from the audit evidence during the special purpose audit engagement as the basis for the expression of a clear written audit opinion. Moreover, the Auditor should obtain from management a Representation Letter as evidence of management’s assertions in the project financial statements in accordance with ISA 580.
The audit will be carried out in accordance with International Standards on Auditing, having regard to relevant
Loan/Grant agreements and World Bank particular requirements. The audit shall provide assurance on the effectiveness of the internal controls surrounding statements of expenditure. The scope of the audit procedures must be aligned with the World Bank scope requirements to ensure compliance with the engagement. Planning and conducting the audit will be in accordance with a risk-based framework and a detailed and documented audit work program. The audit coverage will consider the risk of material misstatement as a result of error or fraud. A description of the nature, timing, and extent of the planned risk assessment procedures sufficient to assess the risk of material misstatement should be properly documented.
In complying with International Standards on Auditing, the Auditor shall pay particular attention to the following standards and related requirements, including special considerations for public sector entities
8. Specific Audit Procedures and Areas of Attention
The Auditor shall perform, for the loan and the grant, at minimum, the following procedures and any additional procedures considered necessary in the circumstances:
The Auditor will be expected to review all correspondences with the World Bank in relation to the Project including copies of the Aide Memoires, Mission Reports, and assess progress on all financial issues. The Auditor will pay special attention to any specific risk area as mentioned in the project documents (such as PAD, etc.)
[1] Depending on the complexity of procurement activities, the auditor may consider involving technical experts during the audit engagement, in compliance with provisions of International Standard on Auditing 620. Consideration of using of the work of experts should be brought to the early attention of the borrower and the World Bank for mutual agreement and appropriate guidance.
9. Audit Deliverables
The auditor should verify that the financial statements have been prepared in accordance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards, Cash Basis of Accounting. The financial statements should include:
For the project, the following is requested as deliverables covering each period of the engagement:
I. Consolidated Audit Report for the loan (EDL and LRA Components) and Audit Report (Grant-Financed Activities) covering each period which shall include an explicit professional opinion whether (i) the General Purpose Project Financial Statements (PFS) show true and fair view of the Project’s financial position as of the end of the period and sources and uses of funds incurred during the year then ending in accordance with International Public Sector Accounting Standards, under the cash basis of accounting; (ii) all funds provided to the Project, including replenishments, direct payments, payments through special commitments, and reimbursements, including expenditures reimbursed on the basis of Statements of Expenditures, are eligible, have been used, accounted for, and classified in accordance with the relevant Loan and Grant Agreements, as applicable, as of December 31 for each year; (iii) internal control over financial reporting involved in the preparation of replenishments, direct payments, payments through special commitments, and reimbursements can be relied upon to support the related withdrawals as of December 31 for each year; (iv) replenishments and disbursements made during the year ended December 31 for each year under the Designated Account(s) have been used exclusively for payment of eligible expenditures and have been accounted for and classified in accordance with the relevant Loan and Grant Agreements, as applicable, as of the end of each period; and (v) the Project was in all material respects in compliance with the relevant financial covenants of the Financing Agreements, World Bank disbursement guidelines and applicable World Bank Procurement Regulations. The Auditor should take into account relevant statutory and other mandatory disclosures and accounting requirements stipulated in the Financing Agreements and express in the report any relevant exception and the impact of the exception on the PFS.
II. A Consolidated Management Letter for the loan (EDL and LRA Components) and Management Letter (Grant-Financed Activities) covering each period which should report any significant accounting and control issues arising from the audit of the project, as identified during the internal control mechanisms review together with the related risk. The letter, with management responses, and recommendations to address the situation and insufficiencies, should be made available to the Governing Body in time. As annex of the Management Letter, the Auditor will mention whether or not recommendations issued in the previous Management Letter have been considered by the PMT.
The Consolidated Audit Report and Management Letter for the loan to be submitted no later than 6 months (June 30) after the end of each period. The audit report and management letter for the grant will be submitted within 6 months after the grant closing date.
The external auditor will work to consolidate the financial statements and audit reports from both EDL and LRA for the loan part and prepare a consolidated project financial statement and audit report. This consolidated report must be submitted no later than six months after the end of each fiscal year.
9.1 Review of Statements of Expenditure and Interim Unaudited Financial Statements
The auditor is required to audit all SOE/IFS submitted to the World Bank in support of requests for periodic replenishment of the project designated account(s), including Loan and Grant accounts, where applicable. Expenditures should be examined for eligibility based on criteria defined in the terms of the relevant Financing Agreements and detailed in the Project documents. The auditor should report any ineligible expenditures identified as having been included in withdrawal applications and reimbursed.
9.2 Review of designated accounts
During the audit of the project financial statements, the auditor is required to review the activities of the project’s designated account(s), including any separate Loan or Grant account(s), where applicable. Activities to be examined will include deposits received, payments made, interest earned, and reconciliation of period-end balances.
9.3 Audit opinion
9.4 Other audit reports
In addition to the audit opinion, the auditor will also, either in the audit report or in the report to management:
The auditor’s opinion on the financial statements and management letter should be received by the Bank no later than six months after the end of each fiscal year.
10. Audit Periods and Submission Deadline
Each audit shall cover one fiscal year of the Borrower, commencing with the fiscal year in which the first withdrawal under the Loan or Grant was made. The first audit period shall cover the period from the first withdrawal date, or another date agreed with the Bank, through December 31 of the relevant fiscal year. The following indicative schedule should be prepared based on the actual Effective Date, first withdrawal date, Grant Closing Date, Loan Closing Date and World Bank guidance:
For the Grant-financed activities, the Grant Closing Date is June 30, 2027. Grant expenditures shall be audited for each fiscal year or closing period during which withdrawals or eligible expenditures occur, through the applicable closing and documentation period, as agreed with the Bank.
Audit Period /Loan | Period Covered | Submission Deadline |
Period 1 | From October 01, 2025 to December 31, 2026 | June 30, 2027 |
Period 2 | January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2027 | June 30, 2028 |
Period 3 | January 1, 2028 to December 31, 2028 | June 30, 2029 |
Audit Period/ Grant | Period Covered | Submission Deadline |
Period 1 | Grant effectiveness (June 9, 2026) until June 30, 2027 and the four-month grace period ending October 31, 2027 | Dec. 31, 2027 |
11. Key Experts for the Audit Assignment
11.1 Team Leader
Role: Overall responsibility for leading the audit team, coordinating activities, ensuring compliance with this TOR, and serving as the main liaison with EDL, MoEW and the World Bank, as required.
Qualifications and Experience:
11.2 Audit Supervisor
Role: Review financial flows, financial reporting, disbursement records, procurement-related financial records and compliance for the EDL Project components and Grant-financed activities, detect irregularities, and ensure that financial transactions are accurately recorded.
Qualifications and Experience:
11.3 Audit Team Members
Role: Assist the Team Leader and Audit Supervisor in conducting the financial audit, testing supporting documents, performing reconciliations, reviewing contract files, examining assets and preparing audit working papers for the EDL Project components and Grant-financed activities.
Qualifications and Experience:
12. Firm Qualifications
The Auditor should be registered as certified public accountant with the appropriate professional body in the country (Lebanese Association of Certified Public Accountants – LACPA) and registered at the Ministry of Finance and have at least 10 years of relevant experience including auditing major projects financed by donors, organizations and government entities as needed. The auditor should have a system of quality assurance as per international standards, ensure proper staffing with substantial experience and qualified international certification (CPA, CA or ACCA) for at least one or more senior staff. In case of government auditing, the audit team should be adequately staffed with qualified Auditors having relevant background and experience in auditing of public sectors and projects. Training and continued education should emphasize international auditing standards in addition to relevant international accounting and financial reporting standards (IPSAS, IFRS, ISA), work paper techniques and audit documentation to ensure engagements comply with international professional standards. The same audit principles should be applied if the audit is conducted by private or government Auditors. The Auditor should ensure that its audit firm’s system of quality control provides reasonable assurance that the work performed on an audit engagement meets the applicable professional standards and regulatory requirements.
13. Irregularities Including Fraud
EDL, through its responsible governing and management bodies, is responsible for ensuring the establishment and maintenance of an adequate system of internal control, compliance with statutory and other regulations, and prevention and detection of irregularities, including fraud.
The Auditor is not required to search specifically for fraud unless the audit evidence indicates that such an investigation is necessary. However, the Auditor shall plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance that the financial statements are free from material misstatement, whether caused by fraud or error, and shall report in writing and without delay any serious weaknesses, fraud, irregularities, suspected corruption, or accounting breakdowns identified during the audit to the designated office holder, EDL, MoEW and the World Bank, as appropriate.
14. Access to Information
The Auditor shall have rights of access to the books, accounts, vouchers, Financing Agreements, related Supplemental Letters, Project Appraisal Document, Grant Agreement documents, correspondence, and all other documents in relation to the Project and to such information and explanations as Auditors consider necessary to perform their duties and fulfill their responsibilities.
In addition, the Auditors will be provided with copies of the World Bank relevant publications and documents that the Governing Body has to recognize, including: (i) World Bank policy and procedures for Investment Project Financing (IPF): Guidelines for Borrowers; (ii) the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers dated September 2023 for the Loan and February 2025 for the Grant, as applicable; (iii) the World Bank Disbursement Guidelines, including Disbursement Guidelines for Investment Project Financing (February 2017), the Loan Handbook for World Bank Borrowers (February 2017), and any applicable grant disbursement instructions; and (iv) the Financing Agreements, POM, Subsidiary Agreements and related supplemental letters.
In turn, on occasions the World Bank representatives may wish to meet with Projects' Auditors, in connection with a visit to the Auditor’s office, review of the audit working papers files and discussion of the work performed and conclusion reached by the Auditors. The Auditor should not limit access in any way and must reply to all inquiries raised by the World Bank representative. Failure to comply with this provision may disqualify the Auditors from dealing with all projects funded or administered by the World Bank. Formal discussion should normally be arranged through the Project's designated office holder or representative. The World Bank will have this exclusive right during performance of the audit and within two years after the completion of the audit engagement.
15. Meetings and Miscellaneous Requirements
Annual Meetings
The Auditor may be requested to attend meetings at which the Project annual reports and financial statements are presented. The Auditor shall receive relevant notices and communications relating to such meetings.
Exit Conference
The Auditor shall hold a closing or exit conference with senior officials of EDL and the EDL-PMT before concluding the audit. Upon completion of fieldwork, the Auditor shall present audit results, discuss key findings and recommendations, and document the exit conference for inclusion in the audit working papers.
Termination of Appointment
If there are serious shortcomings on the part of the Auditor, EDL, after consultation with the World Bank and in accordance with the applicable contract provisions, may take the necessary steps to terminate the appointment before expiry of the assignment.
Restriction of Auditor Liability
There shall be no limitation of the Auditor's liability in respect of audit opinions issued under this assignment, unless otherwise agreed in writing by EDL and the World Bank in accordance with applicable rules.
16. Payments
Payments will be based on the satisfactory delivery and acceptance of the annual Audit Report, Management Letter and related deliverables for the EDL Project components and Grant-financed activities. Payment milestones and amounts shall be specified in the contract with the selected audit firm and shall be consistent with the applicable procurement and contract provisions.
Deliverable Package | Description | Payment |
Audit period deliverables | Audit Report, Management Letter, SOE/withdrawal application review, Designated Account(s) review where applicable, fixed assets schedule, and follow-up table on prior recommendations, covering Loan-financed and Grant-financed activities as applicable. | As per contract |
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GOVERNMENT OF ASSAM
PROJECT: ASSAM STATE SECONDARY HEALTHCARE INITIATIVE FOR SERVICE DELIVERY TRANSFORMATION (ASSIST) PROJECT
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INVITATION FOR BIDS (RFB)
(Two-Envelope Bidding Process with e-Procurement)
Name of the work: Repair and renovation work in Sivasagar Civil Hospital, Joysagar, Assam under ASSIST Project
Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: 95700-IN
RFB Reference No.: IN-AHIDMS-559843-CW-RFB
Date: 16.07.2026
1. The Government of India has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Assam State Secondary Healthcare Initiative for Service Delivery Transformation (ASSIST) Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds toward eligible payments under the contract for repair and renovation of works as detailed below.
2.Bidding will be conducted through national Open Competitive Bidding procurement using a Request for Bids (RFB) as specified in the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, July 2016, _Revised August 2018”, Revised November 2020 and Revised February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), and is open to all Bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations.
3. Bidders from India should, however, be registered as Class I Civil Contractor with the Government of Assam or other State Governments/Government of India, or State/Central Government Undertakings. Bidders from India, who are not registered as above, on the date of bidding, can also participate provided they get themselves registered by the time of contract signing if they become successful bidders.
4. The Project Director, ASSIST now invites online Bids from eligible Bidders for the following works:
SN | Name of The Work | Estimated Amount | Bid Security |
1. | Repair and renovation work in Sivasagar Civil Hospital, Joysagar, Assam under ASSIST Project | INR. 11.83 Crore (excluding Contingency and GST) | INR 23,66,000/- |
The bidders may submit bids for all or any of the works indicated therein. Interested bidders may obtain further information and inspect the bidding document at the address given below during office hours. Bidders are advised to note the clauses on eligibility (Section I Clause 4) and minimum qualification criteria (Section III – Evaluation and Qualification Criteria), to qualify for the award of the contract. In addition, please refer to paragraphs 3.14 and 3.15 of the “Procurement Regulations” setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
5. The bidding document is available online on https://assamtenders.gov.in (website) from 16.07.2026 to 17.08.2026 for a non-refundable fee as indicated in the above, pay through online in the e-procurement portal (Payment documents are to be submitted as per the procedure described in paragraph 9 below). Bidders will be required to register on the website. The bidders would be responsible for ensuring that any addenda available on the website is also downloaded and incorporated.
6. For submission of the bid, the bidder is required to have Digital Signature Certificate (Class-3 digital signature) from one of the Certifying Authorities authorized by Government of India for issuing DSC. Aspiring bidders who have not obtained the user ID and password for participating in e-procurement in this Project, may obtain the same from the website: www.assamtenders.gov.in
7. Bids comprise two Parts, namely the Technical Part and the Financial Part, and both parts must be submitted simultaneously (in two separate envelopes) online on https://assamtenders.gov.in (website) on or before 1400 hours on 17.08.2026 and the ‘Technical Part’ of the bids will be publicly opened online on the same day at 1500 hours, in the presence of the bidders designated representatives who wish to attend. The “Financial Part” shall remain unopened in the e-procurement system until the second public Bid opening for the financial part. Any bid or modifications to bid (including discount) received outside e-procurement system will not be considered. If the office happens to be closed on the date of opening of the bids as specified, the bids will be opened on the next working day at the same time and venue. The electronic bidding system would not allow any late submission of bids.
8. Procedure for submission of bid security is described below:
Bid Security: The bidders are required to submit 23,66,000/- (Twenty Three Lacs Sixty Six Thousand Only). Bid security will have to be in any one of the forms as specified in the bidding document and shall have to be valid for 45 days beyond the validity of the bid. Procedure for submission of bid security is described in Para 9.
Cost of Bid Document: 20000/- ( Twenty Thousand Only) (To be deposited through net banking or RTGS/NEFT as per office memorandum no.FEB.269/2017/27 Dtd.21/08/2019)
9. Bid Security may either be remitted through net banking or RTGS/NEFT as per office memorandum no.FEB.269/2017/27 Dtd.21/08/2019 OR submitted through any of following mode:
Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Time Deposit certificate issued by a Nationalized or Scheduled Bank located in India for equivalent or higher values are acceptable provided it is pledged in favour of Assam Health Infrastructure Development and Management Society (AHIDMS) (Implementing agency) and such pledging has been noted and suitably endorsed by the bank issuing the certificate.
In case bidder(s) opt to submit bid security in the form of Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Time Deposit certificate, please comply the following instructions:
a) Bidder has to submit the ORIGINAL Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Term Deposit certificate before the bid submission end date & time, failing to which bid of the bidder shall be rejected outrightly and bid shall not be opened. ORIGINAL Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Time Deposit certificate shall be submitted in the address mentioned in ITB/BDS 21.3.
b) Only to accommodate the submission of Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Term Deposit certificate, Option of “BID SECURTY/EMD EXEMPTION” provision is enabled in the e-procurement portal. Bidder has to select/click the 100% exemption option to proceed further for submission of bid. The scanned copy of Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Time Deposit certificate needs to be submitted under Technical Folder along with other qualification documents.
c) Bidder to note that there is otherwise no BID SECURTY/EMD EXEMPTION for any bidder whosoever. This option is only enabled to submit Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Term Deposit certificate as bid security. Bidder who does not submit the ORIGINAL Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Time Deposit certificate before the bid submission end date & time, bid of the bidder shall be rejected outrightly even if scanned copy of Bank Guarantee/ Fixed Deposit/Term Deposit certificate submitted under Technical Folder along with other qualification documents.
d) In case bidder(s) opt to submit bid security in the form of Bank Guarantee, the following bank details of AHIDM Society may be used while obtaining Bank Guarantee:
Account Name -Assam Health Infra Development & Mgt Society World Bank ASSIST Project Account
Number- 245601002420 IFSC - ICIC0002456
Bank Name- ICICI Bank Ltd.
Branch Name- Downtown, Guwahati
(Bidder should note that this Bank Account should not be used for remitting cost for bid document or for Bid Security may be remitted through net banking or RTGS/NEFT as per office memorandum no.FEB.269/2017/27 Dtd.21/08/2019. The above-mentioned account details only be used while obtaining Bank Guarantee).
10. A pre-bid meeting will be held on 27/07/2026 at 1500 hours at the office of Project Director, Assam Health Infrastructure Development & Management Society, Dept. of Medical Education & Research, GOA, 4th floor, Nayantara Supermarket Complex, Six Mile, Khanapara, Guwahati, Assam to clarify the issues and to answer questions on any matter that may be raised at that stage as stated in ITB Clause 7.4 of ‘Instructions to Bidders’ of the bidding document. Bidders are advised to download the bidding document prior to the pre-bid meeting for bidders to have a good understanding of the scope of work under this contract for discussion and clarification at the pre-bid meeting
11. Other details can be seen in the bidding document. The Employer shall not be held liable for any delays due to system failure beyond its control. Even though the system will attempt to notify the bidders of any bid updates, the Employer shall not be liable for any information not received by the bidder. It is the bidders’ responsibility to verify the website for the latest information related to this bid.
Project Director, AHIDMS
4th Floor, Nayantara Building,
Khanapara, Guwahati-22
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Procurement Method:RFQ-Request for Quotations
Scope of Contract:Procurement of Civil Work and Construction New MHM room And Rehabilitation of laterine with hand wash in barkadle Kebele Primry School implemented by sagag woreda finance office collaboration with wor
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Project:P178566-Food Systems Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa
Loan/Credit/TF Info:IDA-71560
Bid/Contract Reference No:ET-OROMIA-AMAYA-FSRP-517044-CW-RFQ/25
Procurement Method:RFQ-Request for Quotations
Scope of Contract:Construction of work of Wagota Microhousehold Irrigation (Community Pond) projects at Amaya Woreda, South West Shewa Zone.
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Project:P178566-Food Systems Resilience Program for Eastern and Southern Africa
Loan/Credit/TF Info:IDA-71560
Bid/Contract Reference No:ET-OROMIA-AMAYA-FSRP-517044-CW-RFQ/25
Procurement Method:RFQ-Request for Quotations
Scope of Contract:Construction works of Kirodeyas Micro HouseHold Irrigation (Shallow Wall) Project at Amaya Woreda, South West Shewa Zone.
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People's Republic of China
World Bank Loan
Guangdong Agricultural Product Quality Safety Improvement (Demonstration) Project
Loan No.: 9213-CN
Procurement for the 2026 Guangdong Province Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Publicity Week and Green Food Publicity Month
(Non-Consulting Services)
(Contract No.: GDNC-003)
Request for Quotation (RFQ) Document
Bidding Number0733-26083257
July 2026
Chapter 1: Letter of Request for Quotation
Date: July 14, 2026
Bidding Number0733-26083257
1. The Government of the People's Republic of China has received a loan from the World Bank to finance the Guangdong Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Improvement (Demonstration) Project, and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this loan to eligible payments under this Request for Quotation contract.
2. China CITIC International Tendering Co., Ltd., entrusted by the Guangdong Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Center (Guangdong Green Food Development Center), hereby issues this Letter of Request for Quotation for the Procurement for the 2026 Guangdong Province Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Publicity Week and Green Food Publicity Month (Contract No.: GDNC-003) to potential suppliers. All suppliers are requested to submit their quotations in accordance with the requirements of this Request for Quotation document (please refer to Chapter 5 for the format templates of the Letter of Quotation).
3. This procurement shall be conducted through the Request for Quotation method in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Guidelines, the Loan Agreement, and the Project Agreement. This Request for Quotation document is drafted with reference to the World Bank Standard Bidding Documents for Goods Procurement.
4. Supplier Qualification Requirements
Suppliers must meet the following stipulations and provide relevant supporting documents as specified. Failure to provide the required supporting documents may result in the rejection of the quotation document.
4.1 Entity Qualification: The supplier must possess the capacity to independently assume civil liability and hold a valid and qualified business license, tax registration certificate, and organization code certificate (a unified business license shall be provided if the "Three-in-One" certificate system applies). The supplier shall provide: Photocopies of the business license, tax registration certificate, and organization code certificate (or a photocopy of the unified business license if the "Three-in-One" system applies), affixed with the supplier's official seal.
4.2 Taxation and Social Security: The supplier must have a good record of paying taxes and social security funds in accordance with the law. The supplier shall provide: Photocopies of the supporting documents proving the payment of taxes and social insurance for any one month within the 6 months prior to the deadline for submission of the quotation document for this project, affixed with the supplier's official seal.
4.3 Credit Record: The supplier must not be listed on the "Credit China" website (http://www.creditchina.gov.cn) as a dishonest person subject to enforcement or as a major tax violation dishonest entity. The supplier shall provide: Screenshots of the query results for the aforementioned records from the website, affixed with the supplier's official seal.
4.4 Financial Status: The supplier must possess good commercial credit and a sound financial accounting system. The supplier shall provide: A photocopy of the audited financial report for the year 2025 (which must include at least the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement), or a bank-issued credit certificate.
4.5 Lawful Operation: Within the three years prior to participating in this Request for Quotation (calculated backward from the deadline for submission of the quotation document), the supplier must have no record of major legal violations in its business operations, such as criminal penalties, orders to suspend operations for rectification, revocation of licenses or permits, or imposition of substantial fines due to illegal business practices. The criteria for determining "substantial fines" shall be governed by the regulations of the provincial government in the supplier's administrative region, or by the standards set by the relevant competent administrative department of the State Council that imposes the penalty. The supplier shall provide: A "Qualification Commitment Letter" to make this commitment, in a self-drafted format.
4.6 Performance Requirements: From January 1, 2021, up to the deadline for submission of the quotation document (subject to the acceptance date), the supplier must have successfully implemented at least two similar service contracts.
The supplier shall provide: Key pages of the contract (including at least the cover page, service content/list, contract amount, signatures/seals, and date of signing) and the acceptance certificate. All the aforementioned materials must be affixed with the supplier's official seal. Original documents shall be kept available for verification.
4.7 Project Team Composition and Personnel Requirements
Staff / Working Group | Personnel Requirements |
Project Manager | 1.Possess an associate degree or above; Be a regular full-time employee of the supplier and have signed a labor contract with the supplier; 2.Possess at least 3 years of relevant working experience in organizing and planning publicity activities. The supplier shall provide: Photocopies of the degree certificates; Photocopies of the labor contracts; A work resume/CV affixed with the supplier's official seal. |
Publicity Campaign Management | 1.Possess an associate degree or above; 2.Possess at least 3 years of working experience in publicity activities. The supplier shall provide: Photocopies of the degree certificates; A work resume/CV affixed with the supplier's official seal. |
Graphic Designer | 1.Possess an associate degree or above in a design-related major, or hold a Graphic Designer or Exhibition Designer certificate; 2.Possess at least 3 years of graphic design experience for publicity activities. The supplier shall provide: A photocopy of the degree certificate, or a photocopy of the Graphic Designer or Exhibition Designer certificate; A work resume/CV affixed with the supplier's official seal. |
Photographer and Videographer | Possess at least 3 years of experience in photography, videography, editing, and video production. The supplier shall provide: A work resume/CV affixed with the supplier's official seal. |
5. Quotation Requirements
5.1 Quotation Currency: All prices shall be quoted in Renminbi (RMB/Yuan). The quoted price shall be the final price inclusive of all taxes, transportation, insurance, installation and debugging, and all other expenses required for the completion of the contract implementation.
5.2 Validity of Quotation: The quotation shall remain valid for a period of 90 calendar days from the deadline for submission of the quotation document.
5.3 Submission of Quotation Documents
5.3.1 Deadline for Submission: 9:30 AM on August 4, 2026.
5.3.2 Submission Address: Room 2, Bid Opening Room, 6th Floor, Guangren Building, No. 1 Guangren Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province.
Please note: The supplier must ensure that the complete set of sealed quotation documents (hard copies) is delivered to the designated location before the deadline for submission. Late submissions will not be accepted.
5.4 Signing and Composition of Quotation Documents
The quotation documents must include the "Quotation List" and "Quotation Letter," both of which must be signed by the legal representative or their authorized representative and affixed with the supplier's official seal, as well as all other documents required to be submitted as specified in "Chapter 1: Request for Quotation Letter."
The "Quotation List" must strictly follow the format specified in "Chapter 2: Quotation List." Any discrepancies in the serial numbers, service content, quantity, unit, or remarks may result in the rejection of the quotation document.
The "Quotation Letter" must strictly follow the format of "1. Quotation Letter" in "Chapter 5: Format Examples." Any discrepancies may result in the rejection of the quotation document.
5.5 Number of Copies of Quotation Documents
Number of copies: One (1) original and four (4) copies, clearly marked as "Original" or "Copy". In the event of any discrepancy between the original and the copies, the original shall prevail. Meanwhile, a clear, complete, and sealed scanned copy of the original quotation document (in both PDF and Word formats) must be saved on a separate USB flash drive and submitted sealed together with the hard copies.
All documents shall be uniformly packed in a single outer package, and the seal of the outer package must be affixed with the supplier's official seal.
6. 6. Bid Opening Date, Time, and Venue
6.1 Bid Opening Date and Time: 9:30 a.m., August 4, 2026
6.2 Bid Opening Venue: Bid Opening Room XX, 6th Floor, Guangren Building, No. 1 Guangren Road, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province
7. Consortium Bidding: Consortium bidding is not allowed for this project.
8. Estimated Project Value: RMB 180,000 (in words: One Hundred and Eighty Thousand Yuan only).
9. World Bank Sanctions: Companies sanctioned by the World Bank are not eligible to submit quotations or be awarded any contract financed by the World Bank. The list of sanctioned companies and individuals can be found on the website: http://www.worldbank.org/debarr.
10. Evaluation Method:
10.1 The same procedures and criteria shall be applied to the evaluation of all quotation documents.
10.2 The evaluation process shall be conducted strictly in accordance with the requirements and conditions of the Request for Quotation (RFQ) document. The contract shall be awarded to the supplier whose quotation is substantially responsive to this RFQ document and has the lowest evaluated price.
11. Eligibility and Conflict of Interest
Potential suppliers shall note the provisions on eligibility and conflict of interest stipulated in the "World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers" (November 2020 Edition). All suppliers with a conflict of interest shall be deemed ineligible, and their quotation documents will be rejected. Suppliers must proactively disclose whether they have any affiliation with the following entities. If such affiliation exists, a statement of affiliation must be provided (format is self-drafted, and the content shall include, but not be limited to, the shareholder structure and shareholding ratio); if no such affiliation exists, a letter of commitment must be provided (format is self-drafted):
12. Obtaining the Request for Quotation (RFQ) Documents
Suppliers intending to participate in this project may obtain the documents by contacting the procurement agency via email from July 14, 2026, to August 3, 2026 (Beijing Time, the same below), during the hours of 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM daily (excluding statutory holidays). Suppliers must specify the company name, contact person, contact phone number, and the name of this project in the email.
13. Publication of the Notice
The Request for Quotation Notice for this project will be published simultaneously on the following designated media: the World Bank Section of the China Bidding Public Service Platform, and the China Bidding & Procurement Network.
Buyer: Guangdong Provincial Center for Quality and Safety of Agricultural Products (Guangdong Provincial Green Food Development Center)
Address: No. 135 Xianlie East Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province
Tel: 020-87590235
Contact Person: Ms. Wu
Procurement Agent: CITIC International Tendering Co., Ltd.
Address: Room 1811, 18th Floor, Building 59, Middle 3rd Ring Road East, Chaoyang District, Beijing
Tel: 010-87945198-503/504
Contact Persons: Ms. Guo, Ms. Zhang
Email: guoying@ck.citic.com; zhangjyzb@ck.citic.com
Chapter 2: Quotation List
Please note that the services provided by the supplier shall meet the requirements specified in Chapter 3 Technical Requirements.
Serial No. | Service Content | Quantity | Unit | Quotation (RMB) | Note |
Service Support for the 2026 Guangdong Province Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Publicity Week and Green Food Publicity Month; Venue: Jiangmen | |||||
1 | Event Design, Venue Setup, and Materials Provision | ||||
1.1 | Venue Rental (Including Large Screen) | 2 | Day | 5,000 / day × 2 days = 10,000 | 1.All designs shall be implemented only upon the Buyer's approval; 2.Venue setup shall commence as requested by the Buyer, and all related work, including venue arrangement, must be completed prior to the event; 3.At least 2 personnel must be stationed on-site for emergency response during the event; 4.Relevant photography and publicity/promotional work shall be completed within one working day after the event. |
1.2 | Stage Setup (Including: a. 2 speakers + 1 audio mixer + 6 handheld microphones (speech mics) + 1 audio engineer; b. Decoration for the front backdrop and side wing panels of the stage; c. Decoration for the podium and lectern flowers) | 1 | Lot |
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1.3 | Event Design and Production (Including: On-site booth layout design, exhibition booth design, float design, stage design, promotional posters, wayfinding signage design (e.g., floor decals), full-process event PPT, and dynamic video production for the launch sequence, etc.) | 1 | Set |
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1.4 | Exhibition Booths and Floats: 28 booths (wooden frame structure, including booth fascia/signboard production, etc.) and 2 floats | 1 | Lot |
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1.5 | Wayfinding Signage: Production of wayfinding signage, including floor decals, directional signs, etc. | 1 | Group |
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2 | Science Popularization Promotional Materials and Supplies | ||||
2.1 | Printing of science popularization brochures | 1,000 | copies |
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2.2 | Quiz Materials for the Science Popularization Zone (Including: 1 quiz wheel, 400 prizes, and 1,000 promotional tote bags featuring the Green High-Quality Agricultural Products logo and an information inquiry QR code) | 1 | Lot |
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3 | Event Logistics Support | ||||
3.1 | Exhibition Area Supporting Facilities: | 2 | Day |
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3.2 | Audience Seating (At least 31 chairs must be provided on-site, including no less than 10 folding chairs with backrests) | 2 | Day |
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3.3 | Makeup and Styling for the Event MC | 1 | Day |
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3.4 | On-site Event Support | 2 | Day |
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4 | Event Publicity and Media Coverage | ||||
4.1 | Graphic and Text Feature Publicity: On-site photography at the event, with no less than 50 high-definition photos to be provided after the event; 1 high-quality original graphic and text publicity article to be planned and published on the day of the event. | 1 | Lot |
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4.2 | Short Video Production and Promotion (Before and after the event, respectively plan, shoot, and produce no less than 1 creative short video)
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Total Quotation Price |
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Chapter III Technical Requirements
I. Scope of Services and Term
1. Scope of Services: The supplier shall be responsible for executing the "2026 Guangdong Province Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Publicity Week and Green Food Publicity Month" event (in the second half of 2026), organized and planned by the Buyer. Through professional designs of the stage, exhibition booths, etc., the supplier shall carry out science popularization and publicity for agricultural product quality and safety, as well as promotional campaigns for green food, to raise public awareness of agricultural product quality and safety.
2.Term of Services: The service period for this project is approximately 3 months, calculated from the effective date of the procurement contract until all event services are fully completed, and the final acceptance and settlement are concluded. The supplier must ensure that the corresponding work is completed before all key milestones.
II. Service Content and Requirements
The supplier shall provide a full-process integrated service for this project, covering professional event design, venue setup and materials provision, science popularization promotional materials and supplies, event logistics support, as well as event publicity and media coverage. The specific service contents include but are not limited to:
(I) Service Support for the 2026 Guangdong Province Agricultural Product Quality and Safety Publicity Week and Green Food Publicity Month
1. Event Design, Venue Setup, and Materials Provision
1.1 Venue Rental:
The event venue shall be designated by the Buyer, located in the space near the atrium of Jiangmen Darong City. The exact area shall be subject to the official demarcated scope by the final venue provider. The venue must be able to accommodate 28 standard exhibition booths, 2 float booths, the main stage, and the audience seating area. The rental period is 2 days, and the fee includes the use of a large screen and basic power supply.
The unit price for the venue rental is fixed at RMB 5,000 per day, with a total cost of RMB 10,000 for two days (in words: Ten Thousand Yuan only). This fee already includes the rental cost during the setup period.
The event is tentatively scheduled for 2 consecutive days in the second half of 2026 (initially planned to include one day on Friday and one day on Saturday; the exact dates shall be subject to the Buyer's final confirmation).
1.2 Stage Setup:
It shall include at least the following facilities:
a. One set of sound system: 2 speakers + 1 audio mixer + 6 handheld microphones (speech mics) + 1 audio engineer (the audio engineer is only required for the morning session on the first day of the event);
b. Stage perimeter: Decoration for the front backdrop and side wing panels of the stage;
c. Podium: Provision of a podium, complete with tabletop decoration (floral arrangements, tablecloths, etc.).
All setup materials must comply with national energy-saving, environmental protection, and low-carbon standards. Recyclable materials shall be prioritized to ensure the smooth execution of the event.
1.3 Event Design and Production:
Layout Planning:
The event site shall consist of a stage area, audience seating area, and exhibition area. The specific dimensions are as follows:
Stage: 7m (L) × 5m (W), equipped with a 5m (L) × 3.8m (H) LED display screen;
Audience Seating Area: 30 seats arranged in 3 rows × 10 columns. After the morning session on the first day, the chairs will be removed to make space for 2 floats;
Exhibition Area: 28 standard exhibition booths, each measuring 1.2m (L) × 0.6m (W), arranged around the atrium, on both sides of the stage, and directly in front of the stage;
Floats: 2.5m (L) × 0.7m (W).
The design proposal must treat all event areas, including the stage, as a cohesive whole for integrated design. This is to ensure an organic connection between visual aesthetics and traffic flow, reflecting unity and professionalism. During the design phase, full consideration must be given to pedestrian aisles, clear lines of sight, and product display requirements. During the setup phase, adjustments and optimizations shall be made based on actual on-site conditions to maximize space utilization and exhibition impact.
Design Theme:
The design style must deeply integrate the characteristics of green food and Lingnan culture, as well as modern agriculture. It should align with the theme of agricultural product quality and safety publicity to create a distinct and positive event image.
Craftsmanship and Materials:
All production materials must comply with relevant national standards and regulations for energy conservation, environmental protection, and low-carbon practices. Recyclable or reusable materials shall be prioritized.
Design Deliverables:
The supplier shall submit a complete design proposal, including but not limited to the following: overall and partial renderings (must reflect different angles and details), stage design renderings, exhibition booth renderings (with detailed dimensions and material specifications), float graphic design drafts, wayfinding signage design drafts (e.g., floor decals), full-process event PPT (including dynamic video for the launch sequence), and no less than 2 versions of the main visual poster suitable for different online and offline scenarios (e.g., print, screen display, social media). All design proposals must be implemented only upon the Buyer's written approval.
Attached: Site Layout Diagram (For Reference Only):
1.4 Exhibition Area Materials Provision:
Production Requirements for Exhibition Booths and Floats:
28 Exhibition Booths: The booths will primarily feature a wooden frame structure, including the production of booth fascias/signboards, etc.
2 Floats: The main function of the floats is publicity and attracting visitors, providing photo opportunities for the audience and tourists. The decorations must be securely fixed using lightweight, eco-friendly materials to ensure the safety of all personnel on-site.
Production Requirements for Wayfinding Signage:
Wayfinding signage that aligns with the event's on-site theme must be produced, including floor decals, directional signs, etc. These are to effectively guide the flow of visitors to the booths for viewing and tasting, thereby ensuring the overall success of the event.
2. Science Popularization Promotional Materials and Supplies
2.1 Printing of Science Popularization Brochures:
Print 1,000 copies of clear, full-color folded brochures. The content will be provided by the Buyer. The layout, as well as the material and style of the final print, must be implemented only upon the Buyer's approval.
2.2 Quiz Materials for the Science Popularization Zone:
Technical Requirements: Prepare relevant materials to ensure the smooth execution of 4 science popularization interactive quiz sessions over the 2-day event. All materials (including prizes and promotional tote bags) must be of qualified quality and safe to use. The promotional tote bags must feature the Green High-Quality Agricultural Products logo and an information inquiry QR code.
Specific Requirements: Includes 1 spinning wheel with a stand (for the public to draw question numbers on-site), 400 prizes (aligned with the promotional theme, must be green food products, with an average unit price not exceeding RMB 10), and 1,000 promotional tote bags.
3. Event Logistics Support
3.1 Exhibition Area Supporting Facilities:
The exhibition booth design must fully consider the display characteristics of the agricultural product industry. It should rationally plan functional areas such as the product tasting zone, freezer/refrigerator storage area, and centralized storage space. Normal water and power supply must be guaranteed for all areas.
a. Storage and Mailing of Goods for Participating Green High-Quality Agricultural Product Enterprises: The supplier shall be responsible for the mailing, receiving, and storage of agricultural products from participating enterprises before, during, and after the event. The supplier must also assist participating enterprises in transporting the agricultural products to the designated exhibition area. The supplier is responsible for the safe custody of the agricultural products during the event and shall bear the corresponding insurance liability. After the event, the supplier shall safely transport the agricultural products back to the designated location of the original providing units.
b. Rental of 1 Freezer: During the event, 1 freezer shall be rented for on-site preservation of chilled/fresh agricultural products.
c. Event Drinking Water: The brand must meet the Buyer's requirements (C'estbon, Nongfu Spring, Dinghu Mountain Spring, or brands of equivalent grade). The provision includes 1 water dispenser, 12 barrels of bottled water (18.9L/barrel), and 4 cases of bottled water (210ml/24 bottles per case × 2 cases; 380ml/24 bottles per case × 2 cases).
3.2 Audience Seating:
To meet the audience seating needs at the event site, 30 seats shall be set up. At least 31 chairs must be provided on-site (including no less than 10 folding chairs with backrests).
3.3 Makeup and Styling for the Event MC:
The Event MC will be provided by the Buyer, but the supplier shall be responsible for ensuring the makeup and styling of the MC on the day of the event.
3.4 On-site Event Support:
The supplier shall purchase insurance for this event to guarantee the safety of personnel and property during the event period.
During the event, the supplier must arrange no less than 2 staff members to be stationed on-site for emergency response. Their responsibilities include conducting safety inspections for electricity usage, performing emergency equipment repairs, handling emergencies, assisting enterprises with the loading and unloading of goods, and addressing various on-site inquiries and unexpected issues.
4.Event Publicity and Media Coverage
The supplier shall utilize diversified media formats and high-quality visual content to comprehensively enhance the breadth and depth of the event's communication.
4.1 Graphic and Text Feature Publicity
During the contract period, the supplier shall plan and publish no less than 1 high-quality original publicity article. The content of the article must be approved by the Buyer before publication. Furthermore, within one working day after the conclusion of the first day of the event, the article must be published on at least 3 provincial-level or above mainstream news media platforms and 2 local mainstream news media platforms in Jiangmen (such as authoritative news websites, mobile clients, newspapers, etc.).
4.2 Short Video Production and Promotion
Content Production:
Before and after the event, the supplier shall respectively plan, shoot, and produce no less than 1 creative short video each (2 videos in total). The video content should focus on the themes of agricultural product quality and safety, as well as the Green Food Publicity Week. The pre-event promotional video should be around 60 seconds in length, and the post-event summary video should be around 150 seconds, both conforming to mobile-friendly communication patterns.
Publication and Promotion:
The short videos must be published on at least 2 provincial-level or above mainstream media platforms (or their official new media accounts) and 2 local mainstream media platforms in Jiangmen (or their official new media accounts) (e.g., Douyin, WeChat Channels, Weibo, etc.). The total follower base of the media agency undertaking the publication or its publishing account on the corresponding platform must be no less than 50,000 to ensure basic coverage. The video content must be approved by the Buyer before publication.
(II) Collection and Organization of Publicity Outcomes, Summary Report, and Assistance with Project Acceptance
The supplier shall be responsible for organizing materials and establishing a complete archive of publicity outputs, summary reports, and relevant supporting documents. This includes the collection of publicity outcomes from various platforms and the statistical analysis of data such as readership/view counts.
The supplier shall draft an event summary and publicity outcomes report to evaluate the effectiveness of the publicity campaign in raising public awareness of agricultural product quality and safety in the host city, etc.
(III) Other Requirements
1.The supplier shall be responsible for the venue rental and stage setup for this event (the venue shall be designated by the Buyer).
2.During the service period, the supplier must ensure the quality and safety of all materials used for the event during their utilization, and maintain cleanliness at the event site throughout the event period.
3.During both the preparation and execution phases of the event, the supplier must dynamically adjust the on-site layout according to the Buyer's requirements.
4.After the event, the supplier shall be responsible for restoring the venue to its original condition and properly disposing of solid waste generated during the event.
5.All the above-mentioned services shall be submitted to the Buyer for review and may only be executed upon the Buyer's approval.
III. Response Time
During the event service period, the supplier shall provide satisfactory on-site services and resolve any arising issues at any time. In the event of an emergency, the response time shall not exceed 10 minutes, and the issue must be resolved within 1 hour.
IV. Deliverables
The service provider shall submit the publicity campaign outputs and summary report to the Provincial Project Office, including but not limited to the event summary report and relevant supporting documents.
All data, reports, converged media products, and research outcomes generated in the performance of this consulting task, along with their related intellectual property rights, shall be owned by the Buyer.
V. Support Provided by the Buyer
1.The Buyer will work closely with the service provider, designate a dedicated liaison, and provide relevant materials and other support to the service provider.
2.The service provider shall work closely with other relevant participating parties of this sub-project.
VI. Assessment and Evaluation Methods
1.Fully complete all the above-mentioned service contents;
2.Submit the deliverables on time and in full;
3.Take no less than 50 high-definition photos; publish no less than 2 short videos;
4.The total number of views for the graphic/text publicity and short videos across all online platforms shall be no less than 100,000;
5.The satisfaction rate of participants for each event shall be no less than 90%.
VII. Payment Terms
1.After the contract is signed, the Buyer shall pay an advance payment of 10% of the total contract price to the successful bidder within 20 working days upon receipt of the event implementation plan and a valid invoice of an equivalent amount provided by the supplier;
2.After the supplier has prepared the event acceptance report and the necessary materials for reimbursement, and upon the Buyer's acceptance and verification without any errors, the Buyer shall pay a progress payment of 90% of the total contract price to the successful bidder within 20 working days upon receipt of a valid invoice of an equivalent amount provided by the supplier.
Note: Before each payment is made under the contract, a valid invoice matching the payment amount must be provided to the Buyer. Furthermore, the payee, the invoice issuer, and Party B of the contract must strictly match the name of the successful supplier.
VIII. Key Regulations to be Complied With
(1) Advertising Law of the People's Republic of China
(2) Administrative Measures on Internet Information Services
(3) Provisions on the Administration of Internet News Information Services
(4) Code of Conduct for Fair Competition in the Advertising Industry
(5) Interim Measures for the Promotion and Administration of Public Service Advertising
Chapter 4 Contract Terms
Table of Contents
Contract Terms
1. Definitions
The following terms used in this Contract shall be interpreted as follows:
2.2 The term "Country of Origin" referred to in this Article means the place where the Goods are mined, grown, or produced, or the place from which the Services are supplied. Goods may be manufactured or processed, or subjected to substantial assembly of major components, into a product. A new product is commercially recognized if it differs substantially in basic characteristics, purpose, or function from its constituent components.
The Goods delivered under this Contract shall conform to the standards specified in the Technical Specifications. If no applicable standards are mentioned, the Goods shall conform to the applicable official standards. Such standards must be the latest versions issued by the relevant authorities.
4.3 Except for the Contract itself, any of the documents listed in Article 4.1 shall remain the property of the Buyer. Upon request by the Buyer, the Supplier shall return these documents (including all copies) to the Buyer upon completion of the Contract.
4.4 If requested by the World Bank, the Supplier shall permit the World Bank to inspect the Supplier's accounts and records relating to the performance of this Contract and to have such accounts and records audited by auditors appointed by the World Bank.
5Patents
The Supplier shall indemnify the Buyer against all claims of infringement of any patent, trademark, or industrial design rights arising from the use of the Goods or any part thereof by the Buyer.
6Performance Security
Not required.
7Inspection and Tests
7.1 The Buyer or its representative shall have the right to inspect and/or test the Goods to confirm their conformity to the Contract Specifications at no additional cost.
7.2 Inspections and tests may be conducted at the Supplier's premises, at the point of delivery, and/or at the Goods' final destination. If conducted at the Supplier's premises, the Supplier shall furnish all reasonable facilities and assistance to the inspectors at no cost to the Buyer.
7.3 Should any inspected or tested Goods fail to conform to the Specifications, the Buyer may reject the Goods, and the Supplier shall either replace the rejected Goods or make alterations necessary to meet the Specification requirements free of cost to the Buyer.
8Packing
The Supplier shall provide such packing for the Goods as is required to prevent damage or deterioration during transit to the final destination specified in the Contract. Such packing shall be adequate to withstand, without limitation, rough handling during transit, exposure to extreme temperatures, high salinity, rainfall, and open storage. The size and weight of the cases shall take into consideration the remoteness of the Goods' final destination and the lack of heavy lifting equipment at all transit points.
9Insurance
The risk of loss of or damage to the Goods during the course of manufacture, transportation, storage, and delivery shall be the responsibility of the Supplier, who shall fully insure the Goods against such risks.
10Shipment
The Supplier shall be responsible for arranging and bearing all costs for delivering the Goods to the Project Site. Such costs shall be included in the Contract Price.
11Warranty
11.1 The Supplier warrants that the Goods supplied under this Contract are new, unused, of the latest or current models, and incorporate all recent improvements in design and materials, unless otherwise provided in the Contract.
11.2 The Supplier warrants that the Goods shall meet the performance specifications stipulated in the Contract. If, due to the Supplier's fault, the specified performance specifications are not met in whole or in part, the Supplier shall, at its own cost, replace or repair the Goods to meet the required performance specifications.
11.3 The Buyer shall notify the Supplier in writing of any claims arising under this warranty within a reasonable time after the discovery of the defect.
11.4 Upon receipt of such notice, the Supplier shall repair or replace the defective Goods or components with reasonable speed and free of cost within two weeks. The Buyer shall bear the inland freight costs from the place of manufacture to the final destination for the repaired or replaced Goods or components.
11.5 If the Supplier fails to remedy the defect with reasonable speed within two weeks after receipt of the notice, the Buyer may take such remedial action as may be necessary, at the Supplier's risk and expense, without prejudice to any other rights which the Buyer may have against the Supplier under the Contract.
12Payment
12.1 After the contract is signed, the Buyer shall pay an advance payment of 10% of the total contract price to the successful bidder within 20 working days upon receipt of the event implementation plan and a valid invoice of an equivalent amount provided by the supplier;
12.2 After the supplier has prepared the event acceptance report and the necessary materials for reimbursement, and upon the Buyer's acceptance and verification without any errors, the Buyer shall pay a progress payment of 90% of the total contract price to the successful bidder within 20 working days upon receipt of a valid invoice of an equivalent amount provided by the supplier.
Note: Before each payment is made under the contract, a valid invoice matching the payment amount must be provided to the Buyer. Furthermore, the payee, the invoice issuer, and Party B of the contract must strictly match the name of the successful supplier.
13Prices
The prices charged by the Supplier for the delivery of Goods and the performance of Services under this Contract shall be the prices quoted by the Supplier in the Price Schedule. Such prices shall be fixed.
14Change Orders
14.1 The Buyer may, at any time, issue written instructions to the Supplier to make changes, within the general scope of this Contract, in one or more of the following:
(1) The drawings, designs, or specifications, where the Goods to be supplied under this Contract are specifically manufactured for the Buyer;
(2) The method of shipment or packing;
(3) The place of delivery; or
(4) The services to be performed by the Supplier.
14.2 If any such change causes an increase or decrease in the cost of, or the time required for, the performance of any part of the work under this Contract, the Contract Price, the delivery schedule, or both, shall be equitably adjusted, and the Contract shall be modified accordingly. Any claim by the Supplier for adjustment under this Article shall be submitted within thirty (30) days after receipt of the Change Order from the Buyer.
15Supplier Delay in Performance
15.1 The Supplier shall deliver the Goods and perform the Services in accordance with the schedule specified by the Buyer in the "Schedule of Requirements for Goods".
15.2 If, during the performance of the Contract, the Supplier encounters circumstances that may delay the timely delivery of the Goods or the performance of the Services, the Supplier shall promptly notify the Buyer in writing of the fact of the delay, the likely duration thereof, and the causes thereof. Upon receipt of such notice, the Buyer shall evaluate the situation as soon as possible and determine whether to extend the time for delivery at its discretion and whether to assess liquidated damages for delay. Any extension shall be mutually agreed upon through a modification of the Contract.
15.3 Except as provided in Article 18, unless an extension has been granted without the assessment of liquidated damages pursuant to Article 15.2, the Supplier's delay in delivery shall be subject to liquidated damages for delay as provided in Article 16.
16Liquidated Damages for Delay
If the Supplier fails to deliver the Goods or perform the Services within the time periods stipulated in the Contract, the Buyer shall, without prejudice to any other remedies available under the Contract, deduct liquidated damages for delay from the Contract Price. The liquidated damages shall be assessed at the rate of one percent (1%) of the price of the delayed Goods or the fees for the unperformed Services per week of delay, until the actual delivery or performance is completed. The maximum amount of liquidated damages for delay shall be ten percent (10%) of the total Contract Price. Once the maximum amount of liquidated damages is reached, the Buyer may consider terminating the Contract.
17Termination for Default
17.1 Without prejudice to any other remedies available to the Buyer for the Supplier's default, the Buyer may issue a written notice of default to the Supplier, proposing to terminate the Contract in whole or in part:
(1) If the Supplier fails to deliver any or all of the Goods within the period specified in the Contract or within any extension thereof granted by the Buyer pursuant to Article 15; or
(2) If the Supplier fails to perform any other obligation stipulated in the Contract.
17.2 If the Buyer terminates the Contract in whole or in part pursuant to Article 17.1, the Buyer may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as it deems appropriate, goods similar to those undelivered, and the Supplier shall be liable to the Buyer for any excess costs for such similar goods. However, the Supplier shall continue the performance of the Contract to the extent not terminated.
18Force Majeure
18.1 If the Supplier's performance of or delivery under the Contract is delayed or prevented by Force Majeure, the Supplier shall not be subject to forfeiture of its Performance Security, nor shall it be liable for liquidated damages for delay or termination of the Contract.
18.2 "Force Majeure" as referred to in this Article means those events that are beyond the control of the Supplier and are not foreseeable, but do not include the Supplier's default or negligence. Force Majeure events include, but are not limited to: actions by the Buyer within its sovereign jurisdiction, war or revolution, fire, flood, epidemic, quarantine restrictions, embargoes, and cancellation of the event as notified by the event organizer.
18.3 In the event of Force Majeure, the Supplier shall notify the Buyer in writing as soon as possible of the occurrence of the Force Majeure and the causes thereof. Unless otherwise requested in writing by the Buyer, the Supplier shall continue to perform its obligations under the Contract as far as is reasonably practicable, and shall seek all reasonable means to perform the other matters not affected by the Force Majeure.
19Termination for Insolvency
If the Supplier becomes bankrupt or otherwise insolvent, the Buyer may, at any time, terminate the Contract by giving written notice to the Supplier without compensation to the Supplier. Such termination shall not prejudice or affect any rights or remedies which the Buyer has already exercised or may exercise in the future.
20Termination for Buyer's Convenience
20.1 The Buyer may, at any time for its own convenience, terminate the Contract in whole or in part by giving written notice to the Supplier. The notice of termination shall specify that the termination is for the Buyer's convenience, the extent to which the Contract is terminated, and the effective date of such termination.
20.2 For the Goods that have been completed and ready for shipment within thirty (30) days after the Supplier's receipt of the termination notice, the Buyer shall accept such Goods at the original Contract price and terms. For the remaining Goods, the Buyer may:
(1) Have any portion thereof completed and delivered at the original Contract price and terms; and/or
(2) Cancel the remaining Goods and pay the Supplier an agreed amount for the partially completed Goods and Services, as well as for the materials and components previously procured by the Supplier.
21Settlement of Disputes
21.1 The Buyer and the Supplier shall settle all disputes arising from the execution of this Contract or relating thereto through direct, informal consultations in an amicable manner.
21.2 If the Buyer and the Supplier are unable to settle the Contract disputes amicably within thirty (30) days after the commencement of such informal consultations, either party may request that the dispute be submitted to: Guangzhou Arbitration Commission.
22Notices
Notices given by one party to the other under this Contract shall be in writing and sent via facsimile. The contact details are as follows:
Buyer: Guangdong Agricultural Products Quality and Safety Center (Guangdong Green Food Development Center)
Address: No. 135, Xianlie East Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province
Postal Code: 510599
Telephone: 020-87590235
Facsimile: /
Contact Person: Ms. Wu
Supplier:
Address:
Postal Code:
Telephone:
Facsimile:
Contact Person:
23Taxes
The Supplier shall be solely and fully responsible for all taxes and duties levied on the Goods prior to their delivery to the Buyer.
All taxes and duties levied on the Buyer in connection with this Contract pursuant to the prevailing tax laws of the Chinese Government shall be borne by the Buyer.
This Contract shall come into effect upon being signed and stamped by both parties (the Supplier must sign and stamp by its Legal Representative).
Chapter Five Format Examples
1. Letter of Bid
Date: [Month] [Day], 2026
Enquiry Reference No.: ________________
To: ___________________
Having examined the Enquiry Documents including Amendment(s) No. ______ (insert number) which has/have been duly received, we, the undersigned, offer to supply the Services in accordance with the said Enquiry Documents for the Total Price of ________________ (expressed in words and figures).
If we are determined to be the successful Supplier, we shall deliver the Services within the delivery period specified in the Schedule of Services.
We agree that this Bid shall be valid for a period of 90 calendar days from the date fixed for the submission deadline of the Price Schedule, and it shall remain binding upon us and may be accepted at any time before the expiration of that period.
Until a formal Contract is executed, this Bid, your Enquiry Documents, and the Letter of Acceptance shall constitute a binding Contract between us.
Bidder: (Official Seal)
Signature of Authorized Representative:
2. Contract Form
This Contract is made on this ______ day of ________, 20XX, by and between ________________________ (Name of Buyer) (hereinafter referred to as the "Buyer") on the one part, and ________________________ (Name of Supplier) (hereinafter referred to as the "Supplier") on the other part, subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
Whereas the Buyer has invited bids for the acquisition of the Services (Name of Goods and Services) and has accepted the Bid submitted by the Supplier to provide the said Goods and Services for the Total Amount of ________________________ (Contract Price expressed in words and figures) (hereinafter referred to as the "Contract Price").
It is hereby agreed as follows:
1.The meanings of words and terms used in this Agreement are the same as those defined in the Conditions of Contract.
2.The following documents shall be deemed to form and be read and construed as part of this Agreement:
(1) The Letter of Bid and Price Schedule submitted by the Supplier;
(2) The Schedule of Services;
(3) Technical Requirements;
(4) Conditions of Contract;
(5) The Letter of Acceptance issued by the Buyer.
3.In consideration of the payments to be made by the Buyer to the Supplier as prescribed herein, the Supplier hereby covenants with the Buyer to provide the Goods and Services and to remedy defects therein in accordance with the Contract.
4.In consideration of the Goods and Services to be provided by the Supplier and the remedy of defects therein, the Buyer hereby covenants with the Supplier to pay the Contract Price or such other sums as are payable under the Contract to the Supplier at the times and in the manner prescribed by the Contract.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed on the date first above written in accordance with their respective laws.
Buyer: (Official Seal)
Signature of Authorized Representative:
Supplier: (Official Seal)
Signature of Authorized Representative:
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL SELECTION)
LIBERIA
Governance Reform and Accountability Transformation (GREAT) Project
Project ID: P177478
Credit No..: 7511-LR
Assignment Title: Engagement of a Resident National Consultant for the Revenue and Tax Policy Division
Assignment Level : Position for National Consultant
Reference No.: LR-MFDP-561277-CS-INDV
The Government of Liberia (GoL) has received financing from the International Development Association (IDA) toward the cost of the Governance Reform and Accountability Transformation (GREAT) Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds to eligible payments under the contract for which this Terms of Reference (ToR) is issued. This procurement process will be conducted in accordance with the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (July 2016, revised September 2023 and February 2025) and is open to all eligible bidders as defined in the Procurement Regulations and the procedures outlined herein. Payments by the World Bank will be made only at the request of the GREAT Project and upon approval by the Bank, subject to the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement.
To this end, the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP), through its Department of Fiscal Affairs, seeks to hire a Resident Consultant for Tax Policy Division to provide technical assistance and strategic support to the Tax Policy Division. The consultant will support tax policy formulation, revenue analysis, and strategic advice aimed at improving domestic resource mobilization.
Liberia’s tax system is undergoing reforms to improve revenue mobilization, enhance fiscal sustainability, and strengthen public service delivery. As part of this effort, the Resident Consultant for Tax Policy Division will work closely with key stakeholders, including the Liberia Revenue Authority (LRA) and development partners, to provide strategic advisory and technical support for effective policy formulation and implementation. This ToR is issued for the selection of a highly qualified Resident Consultant for Tax Policy Division for Tax Policy.
1. Objectives of the Assignment
The primary objective of this assignment is to support the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning in achieving sustainable revenue growth by ensuring the formulation and implementation of effective, data-driven tax policies. The Resident Consultant for Tax Policy Division will provide strategic advisory services and technical expertise to improve the government’s revenue mobilization, fiscal sustainability, and the overall effectiveness of tax policies.
2. Scope of Work
The Resident Consultant for Tax Policy Division will undertake the following key tasks:
f) Coordination and Collaboration
g) Reporting and Documentation
The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) for the assignment can be obtained at the address given below
Required Consultant’s Qualifications and Expertise
MFDP now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) 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. Candidates will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Minimum Qualifications:
The assignment will be carried out over a period of one year from the date of contract signature, and may be extended based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Method of Selection
The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” dated September 2023, revised February 2025 and September 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Approved Selection Methods for Individual Consultant Based Selection set out in the Procurement Regulations.
Submission date
Expressions of interest must be delivered in written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by 1700 hours on 6th August, 2026.
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours from 0900 to 1700 hours.
Attn: Jim-ngormoh A. Kamara, Project Team Lead
Governance Reform and Accountability Transformation (GREAT) Project
Office of the Deputy Minister for Economic Management
Department of Economic Management
Ministry of Finance and Development Planning (MFDP)
Broad & Mechlin Streets
Monrovia, Liberia
Tel: +231-777-638-969
E-mail: jkamara@mfdp.gov.lr
Cc: mmassaquoi@mfdp.gov.lr
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(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT)
Country: Ethiopia
Name of Project: The Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Project
Grant No: P180117
Assignment Title: Individual Consultant – Financial Management Specialist
Reference No. ET-AUC-558825-CS-INDV
The African Union Commission has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of The Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda (BIASHARA) 2063 Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
The consulting services (“the Services”) include providing day-to-day financial management, ensure compliance with AU Financial Rules, Manuals, Guideline sand World Bank fiduciary requirements, and produce timely and accurate financial reporting. Specific tasks include:
Specifically, the job holder shall, among other things:
Effective financial management of the project to build strong confidence with the World Bank.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment are attached to this Request for Expression of Interest.
The African Union Commission now invites eligible individuals (“Consultants”) 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:
Academic qualifications and membership
Work experience
Technical proficiency
The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers” July 2016, revised November 2020 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant selection method set out in the Procurement Regulations.
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours i.e. 0900 to 1700 hours.
Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) by 29 July 2026
African Union Commission,
Attn: Head of Supply Chain Management Division
Building C, 3rd Floor,
P.O Box 3243, Roosevelt Street
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Tel: +251 (0) 11 551 7700 – Ext 4305
Fax: +251 (0) 11 551 0442; +251 11-551-0430
E-mails: tender@africanunion.org
TERMS OF REFERENCE
INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT – FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
REF NO: ET-AUC-558825-CS-INDV
The African Union Commission has received financing from the World Bank towards the implementation of the Building Institutions and Systems to Harness and Realize Agenda 2063 (BIASHARA) project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the selection of an Individual consultant as Financial Management Specialist for the Project Implementation Unit (PIU)
The primary purpose of the position is to provide day-to-day financial management, ensure compliance with AU Financial Rules, Manuals, Guideline sand World Bank fiduciary requirements, and produce timely and accurate financial reporting. The Financial Management Specialist will provide technical financial management services to the PIU and Business Units implementing the project, ensuring that all project funds are properly managed, accounted for, and reported on, in accordance with the AU rules and World Bank guidelines, and the Financing Agreement.
Specifically, the job holder shall, among other things:
e) Audit and Compliance
f) Capacity Building & Support
Effective financial management of the project to build strong confidence with the World Bank.
a) Academic qualifications and membership
b) Work experience
c) Technical proficiency
The selected candidates shall be based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia at the African Union Headquarters.
The initial contract duration shall be for one year with the possibility of extension subject to resource availability, satisfactory performance, and approval of the appointing authority.
Remuneration shall be monthly. The African Union Commission shall pay the Consultant for services rendered at the rate(s) per man/month spent, subject to a maximum of eight hours per day in accordance with the rates agreed during contract negotiations.
The consultant will report to the Head of External Resources Management Division (ERMD) within the Directorate of Finance at the African Union Commission.
The AUC shall provide the following services.
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