RFP-National (Local) Environmental Consultancy Firm

Introduction

This is an RFP for the recruitment of national environmental Consultancy firm. The overall objective of this assignment is to Conduct Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and develop Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP). The specific Objectives are:

• Assess the baseline biophysical and social-economic situations in the project areas,

• Identify mitigation measures to address any adverse impacts and enhance positive impacts.

• Assess relevant national environmental and social regulations, as well as international safeguard standards (e.g., UNDP Social and Environmental Standards Policy) and identify triggered standards for the project.

• Develop an Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP) to guide the implementation and monitoring of mitigation measures.

• Conduct stakeholder consultations and provide capacity building training on the ESMP and its implementation.

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Services/Work Description: Recruitment of a National Consultant Firm to Conduct Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) and develop Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP)

Duty Station: Home based with travel to the locations stated under the TOR

Type of the Contract: National Consultancy Firm

Duration: 40 days spread over 2 months

Expected Start Date: Upon the signing of the agreement

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