Preparation of an Indicative Least Cost Geospatial Electrification Plan to Achieve Universal Access - Strategic Options Analysis for Grid and Off-Grid Rollout

• Country: Zimbabwe
• Summary: Preparation of an Indicative Least Cost Geospatial Electrification Plan to Achieve Universal Access - Strategic Options Analysis for Grid and Off-Grid Rollout
• ZWT Ref No: 40293116
• Deadline: 13 Feb 2020
• Financier: World Bank (WB)
• Purchaser Ownership: Government
• Tender Value: Refer Document
• Notice Type: Tender
• Document Ref. No.: 1266740
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• Expression of Interest are invited for Preparation of an Indicative Least Cost Geospatial Electrification Plan to Achieve Universal Access - Strategic Options Analysis for Grid and Off-Grid Rollout. Preparation of an Indicative Least Cost Geospatial Electrification Plan to Achieve Universal Access - Strategic Options Analysis for Grid and Off-Grid Rollout Publication Date 03-Feb-2020 Expression of Interest Deadline 13-Feb-2020 at 11:59:59 PM (Eastern Time – Washington D.C.) Language of Notice English Selection Notice Assignment Country · ZW - Zimbabwe Funding Sources The World Bank Group intends to finance the assignment/services under: · BB - BANK BUDGET · TF0B0712 - Planning Support and Capacity Building for Power Sector Recovery in Zimbabwe Individual/Firm The consultant will be a firm. Assignment Description SELECTION FOR CONSULTANTS BY THE WORLD BANK GROUP REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Electronic Submissions through World Bank Group eConsultant2 https://wbgeconsult2.worldbank.org/wbgec/index.html ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW Assignment Title: 1266740 - Preparation of an Indicative Least Cost Geospatial Electrification Plan to Achieve Universal Access - Strategic Options Analysis for Grid and Off-Grid Rollout Assignment Countries: - Zimbabwe ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION Preparation of a GIS based least cost electrification plan including electrification options for use by the World Bank to advise the Government of Zimbabwe as it prepares its National Electrification Program. The detailed geospatial analysis will consider, based on good practice and international experience, possible least-cost options for electrification, provide a sound strategic basis to implement systematically staged grid extensions and the deployment of off-grid technologies (mini-grids and standalone systems) powered by cost-effective renewable energy supply where appropriate, and indicative investment requirements for on-grid and off-grid access delivery modalities. The project will to the largest extent possible build on earlier efforts carried in the country (including but not limited to the Rural Electrification Master Plan (REMP) finalized in 2017), expanding to national coverage and update of data. A strong emphasize is on capacity building and strengthening of local cap FUNDING SOURCE The World Bank Group intends to finance the assignment / services described below under the following: - BANK BUDGET - Planning Support and Capacity Building for Power Sector Recovery in Zimbabwe ELIGIBILITY Eligibility restrictions apply: [Please type list of restrictions] INDIVIDUAL / FIRM PROFILE The consultant will be a firm. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS The World Bank Group now invites eligible firms to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested firms must provide information indicating that they are qualified to perform the services (brochures, description of similar assignments, experience in similar conditions, availability of appropriate skills among staff, etc. for firms; CV and cover letter for individuals). Please note that the total size of all attachments should be less than 5MB. Consultants may associate to enhance their qualifications. Interested firms are hereby invited to submit expressions of interest. Expressions of Interest should be submitted, in English, electronically through World Bank Group eConsultant2 (https://wbgeconsult2.worldbank.org/wbgec/index.html) NOTES Following this invitation for Expression of Interest, a shortlist of qualified firms will be formally invited to submit proposals. Shortlisting and selection will be subject to the availability of funding. Only those firms which have been shortlisted will receive notification. No debrief will be provided to firms which have not been shortlisted. Qualification Criteria · 1. Provide information showing that they are qualified in the field of the assignment. · 2. Provide information on the technical and managerial capabilities of the firm. · 3. Provide information on their core business and years in business. · 4. Provide information on the qualifications of key staff.
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