Government of Nepal Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) Kathmandu Valley Water Security Improvement Project (KV WaSIP) - Sisneri Water Supply Project REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) (CONSULTING SERVICES - INDIVIDUAL) First Date of Publication: 27th August 2026 Geotechnical Engineer - Ref No. KVWaSIP-IC-03-083/84 1.0 Background The Government of Nepal (GoN) has received financing from the World Bank toward the preparation and implementation of the Kathmandu Valley Water Security Improvement Project (KV WaSIP) - Sisneri Water Supply Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services include providing technical, procurement, financial management, environmental and social, contract management, and other professional support required for effective implementation of the Project through the Project Management Unit (PMU) The Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above consulting services. Interested Consultants shall provide a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) demonstrating that they possess the required educational qualifications, professional experience, and technical competence to perform the services. The shortlisting criteria for each assignment are specified in the respective Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained from the address or website indicated below The Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring Geotechnical Engineer and requests applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position. 2. The Objectives of the Assignment As a team member of the Project Management Unit (PMU), the overall objective of this assignment is to provide specialist geotechnical expertise, independent technical review, and quality assurance support to the PMU for the planning, feasibility confirmation, detailed engineering design, and implementation readiness of the KV WaSIP. The Geotechnical Engineer will help ensure that site investigations, geological and geotechnical interpretations, foundation assessments, construction material evaluations, slope stability analyses, and related design inputs for the proposed dam and associated bulk water supply infrastructure are technically robust, risk-informed, constructible, and consistent with applicable national requirements, World Bank requirements, and international good industry practice. 3. Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the Specialist is mentioned in the Terms of Reference in detail. 4. Qualifications and Experience All applications will be evaluated against the assignment's required qualifications below. Candidates who comply with the qualifications will be scored according to predefined criteria. A minimum of three candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed. The candidate with the highest score will be invited to negotiate a contract. Referees of the selected candidate may be contacted to verify prior experience, performance, and interpersonal skills. The Geotechnical Engineer shall possess strong academic qualifications and demonstrated professional experience relevant to geotechnical engineering, dam foundations, slope stability, seepage control, construction materials, and multidisciplinary technical review of major water infrastructure projects. The expert should have proven capability to assess the adequacy of site investigations and geotechnical analyses, review engineering assumptions and design inputs, and advise on constructability, dam safety, geotechnical risk, and long-term performance of dam and associated bulk water supply infrastructure Qualifications and Relevant Experience Education: The expert shall hold at least a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, geological engineering, engineering geology, water r…
Government of Nepal Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) Kathmandu Valley Water Security Improvement Project (KV WaSIP) - Sisneri Water Supply Project REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) (CONSULTING SERVICES - INDIVIDUAL) First Date of Publication: 27th August 2026 Environmental Specialist - Ref No. KVWaSIP-IC-04-083/84 1.0 Background The Government of Nepal (GoN) has received financing from the World Bank toward the preparation and implementation of the Kathmandu Valley Water Security Improvement Project (KV WaSIP) - Sisneri Water Supply Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services include providing technical, procurement, financial management, environmental and social, contract management, and other professional support required for effective implementation of the Project through the Project Management Unit (PMU) The Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above consulting services. Interested Consultants shall provide a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) demonstrating that they possess the required educational qualifications, professional experience, and technical competence to perform the services. The shortlisting criteria for each assignment are specified in the respective Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained from the address or website indicated below The Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring Environmental Specialist and requests applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position. 2. The Objectives of the Assignment The overall objective of this assignment is to support the PMU in preparation of the environmental safeguard measures under KV WaSIP. Specific objectives of the assignment are to: Support the PMU in the preparation of environmental and social assessments and instruments commensurate with the project's environmental and social risks and impacts, to ensure project readiness for appraisal and implementation. Ensure compliance with the World Bank Environmental and Social Standards and the environmental requirements set out in the project's Environmental and Social Management Framework. Guide and support the preparation of Environmental and Social Impact Assessments, Environmental Management Plans, and other relevant instruments for future subprojects in accordance with the ESF, World Bank requirements, and applicable Government of Nepal legislation. Support the PMU in ensuring that environmental mitigation measures, monitoring requirements, and reporting obligations are integrated into project design, procurement documents, contracts, and implementation arrangements. Assist in the timely review, endorsement, and signing of key environmental and social documents required for project preparation and implementation. Facilitate and follow up on all required environmental clearances, approvals, permits, and no-objection processes from relevant authorities. Ensure that project activities comply with the Government of Nepal's applicable laws, regulations, and policies related to environmental management, tree clearance, forest land acquisition, Occupational health and safety (OHS), and downstream water use rights. Lead and coordinate stakeholder mapping, consultations, and stakeholder engagement activities relevant to project preparation and implementation, ensuring that environmental and social risks and concerns are adequately identified and addressed. Build the institutional capacity of the PMU, PIUs, and other relevant counterparts on environmental and social risk management, including the implementation of mitigation measures, monitoring, documentation, and reporting. 3. Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the Specialist is mentioned in the Terms of Reference in det…
Government of Nepal Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) Kathmandu Valley Water Security Improvement Project (KV WaSIP) - Sisneri Water Supply Project REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) (CONSULTING SERVICES - INDIVIDUAL) First Date of Publication: 27th August 2026 Senior Hydrologist - Ref No. KVWaSIP-IC-02-083/84 1.0 Background The Government of Nepal (GoN) has received financing from the World Bank toward the preparation and implementation of the Kathmandu Valley Water Security Improvement Project (KV WaSIP) - Sisneri Water Supply Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services include providing technical, procurement, financial management, environmental and social, contract management, and other professional support required for effective implementation of the Project through the Project Management Unit (PMU) The Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above consulting services. Interested Consultants shall provide a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) demonstrating that they possess the required educational qualifications, professional experience, and technical competence to perform the services. The shortlisting criteria for each assignment are specified in the respective Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained from the address or website indicated below The Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring Senior Hydrologist and requests applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position. 2. The Objectives of the Assignment As a team member of the Project Management Unit (PMU), the overall objective of the assignment is to provide specialist hydrological, hydraulic, sedimentation, and climate resilience support to the PMU for the feasibility confirmation, detailed design, and implementation readiness of the Sisneri Dam and associated bulk water supply system. The Senior Hydrologist will help ensure that the Project's hydrological basis, reservoir yield assumptions, flood safety provisions, sediment management approach, and climate risk considerations are technically sound, robust, and consistent with international good industry practice and applicable World Bank requirements. 3. Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the Specialist is mentioned in the Terms of Reference in detail. 4. Qualifications and Experience All applications will be evaluated against the assignment's required qualifications below. Candidates who comply with the qualifications will be scored according to predefined criteria. A minimum of three candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed. The candidate with the highest score will be invited to negotiate a contract. Referees of the selected candidate may be contacted to verify prior experience, performance, and interpersonal skills. The Senior Hydrologist shall possess strong academic qualifications and demonstrated professional experience relevant to dam hydrology, sediment management, hydraulic analysis, and reservoir operations for large water infrastructure projects. The expert should have proven capability to review and guide hydrological investigations, assess design assumptions and modelling outputs, and provide technical advice on dam safety, flood management, sedimentation, and climate-related risks in the context of feasibility updating and detailed engineering design Qualifications and Relevant Experience Education: The expert shall hold at least a bachelor's degree in water resources engineering, hydrology, civil engineering, or a related discipline. A master's degree in hydrology, water resources, hydraulic engineering, or a closely related field is required, and a PhD will be considered an added advantage. Work Experience: At least 15 years of relevant profes…
Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board
Nepal
18 Sept 2026(6d)
World Bank Procurement NoticesRequest for Expression of Interest
Government of Nepal Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) Kathmandu Valley Water Security Improvement Project (KV WaSIP) - Sisneri Water Supply Project REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI) (CONSULTING SERVICES - INDIVIDUAL) First Date of Publication: 27th August 2026 Social Development Specialist - Ref No. KVWaSIP-IC-05-083/84 1.0 Background The Government of Nepal (GoN) has received financing from the World Bank toward the preparation and implementation of the Kathmandu Valley Water Security Improvement Project (KV WaSIP) - Sisneri Water Supply Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services include providing technical, procurement, financial management, environmental and social, contract management, and other professional support required for effective implementation of the Project through the Project Management Unit (PMU) The Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) now invites eligible Individual Consultants to indicate their interest in providing the above consulting services. Interested Consultants shall provide a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) demonstrating that they possess the required educational qualifications, professional experience, and technical competence to perform the services. The shortlisting criteria for each assignment are specified in the respective Terms of Reference (TOR), which may be obtained from the address or website indicated below The Kathmandu Valley Water Supply Management Board (KVWSMB) intends to apply part of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under the contract for hiring Social Development Specialist and requests applications from suitably qualified and interested candidates to fill the position. 2. The Objectives of the Assignment The objectives of this assignment are to: Support the PMU in the preparation of relevant Environmental and Social Assessments commensurable with the Environmental and Social risk category in order to ensure project readiness for Appraisal. Ensure full compliance with the World Bank's Environmental and Social Standards (ESSs). Ensure compliance with Government of Nepal's laws, regulations, and policies related to social development, land acquisition, resettlement and Indigenous people. Build the institutional capacity of the PMU and other relevant counterparts on social risk management. Lead and coordinate stakeholder mapping and stakeholder engagement as relevant for project preparation. 3. Duties and Responsibilities The duties of the Specialist is mentioned in the Terms of Reference in detail. 4. Qualifications and Experience All applications will be evaluated against the assignment's required qualifications below. Candidates who comply with the minimum qualifications will be scored according to predefined criteria. A minimum of three candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed. The candidate with the highest score will be invited to negotiate a contract. Referees of the selected candidate may be contacted to verify prior experience, performance, and interpersonal skills. Qualifications and Relevant Experience Education: A Master's degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Social Development, Social Work, Development Studies, or a closely related field is required. A post-graduate degree or additional specialization in resettlement, gender or indigenous peoples' studies will be an advantage. Work Experience: At least 10 years of professional post-qualification experience in social development, of which at least 3 years should be in social risk management under IFI-financed project. Demonstrated experience of preparing at least 5 ESIAs, 3 RAPs and 2 IPPs. Demonstrated strong knowledge of the World Bank's Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), safeguards or Environmental and Social Principles of other IFIs. Experience working with indigenous communities and other vulnerable groups in Nepal is highly desirable. Familiarity with the Government of Nepal's lega…