COMPETITIVENESS And Financial Inclusion project R EQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST "RE-ADVERTISEMENT'' (CONSULTING SERVICES- FIRM SELECTION) Country : Lesotho Project Name : Competitiveness and Financial Inclusion (CAFI) Project Credit No. : 7169-LS Assignment Title: Consulting Services for Development of a Masterplan for the Roll-out and Commercialization of Deciduous Fruit Production in Lesotho RFP Number : CAFI-WB-0092 Reference No . : LS-MTI-564278-CS-CQS CONSULTING SERVICES FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A MASTERPLAN FOR THE ROLL-OUT AND COMMERCIALIZATION OF DECIDUOUS FRUIT PRODUCTION IN LESOTHO The Government of Lesotho has received a credit from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank to implement the Lesotho Competitiveness and Financial Inclusion (CAFI) Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The consulting services ("the Services") include the services for Development of a Masterplan for the Roll-out and Commercialization of Deciduous Fruit Production in Lesotho, and the assignment is to be implemented over a period of six (6) months. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Business Development through the CAFI Project Management Unit 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: (i) core business and years in business, (ii) relevant experience, (iii) technical and managerial capability of the firm, (iv) regional and/or local experience. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be obtained at the address given below and at the following website: www.cafi.org.ls . The attention of interested consultancy firms is drawn to Section III, paragraphs, 3.14, 3.16, and 3.17 of the World Bank's "Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers" February 2025 ("Procurement Regulations"), setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. 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. The consultant will be selected in accordance with the Consultant's Qualification-Based Selection (CQS) method set out in the Procurement Regulations. Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours [0 8h00 to 16h30 hours local time]. Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form, in sealed envelopes labelled " CONSULTING SERVICES FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A MASTERPLAN FOR THE ROLL-OUT AND COMMERCIALIZATION OF DECIDUOUS FRUIT PRODUCTION IN LESOTHO (RPF NO: CAFI-WB-0092 ) " with the name of the firm on the reverse side of the envelope, to the address below in person or by mail on or before November 20, 2026, at 16h00 . E-mail submissions should be sent to [email protected] with a copy to [email protected] and [email protected]. The Managing Director Lesotho Competitiveness and Financial Inclusion Project 1st Floor 'Matanki House P.O. Box 747, Maseru 100 Lesotho Tel.: (+266) 22 315 100
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES - INDIVIDUAL SELECTION) Lebanese Republic Government of Lebanon Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) GREEN, AGRI-FOOD TRANSFORMATION FOR ECONOMIC RECOVERY - GATE Ref: GATE-IC-Proc-11a Assignment Title: COMMUNICATIONS AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH SPECIALIST The Republic of Lebanon represented (The Borrower) represented by the Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) as a representative to the Borrower will implement the Green, Agri-food Transformation for Economic Recovery (the "GATE" or "Project"), funded by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD or the World Bank or the Bank). The total project cost is Two Hundred Million United States Dollars (US$ 200,000,000). The Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR), an implementing agency of the Client, intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this loan to eligible payments under the contract for consulting services to be procured under this project. The consulting services include providing support to the CDR as a Communications and Community Outreach Specialist under the project. The full TOR version can be found on CDR website at the following: www.cdr.gov.lb/procurement or at Public Procurement Authority Platform: www.ppa.gov.lb The Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) is in the process of establishing a project coordination unit to assist the CDR in the implementation of the Green, Agri-food Transformation for Economic Recovery (GATE), now invites eligible local experts ("Individual Consultants"), to indicate their interest in providing the required Task. Interested individuals should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Tasks by submitting their Expression of Interest ("EOI") and Curriculum Vitae("CV"). The shortlisting criteria are: Qualifications Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, Marketing, Development Studies, International Relations, Social Sciences, or another relevant field, with at least 7 years of relevant professional experience in communications, public outreach, stakeholder engagement, media relations, or public awareness activities. Previous experience with community outreach, participatory engagement, or stakeholder consultation in development projects, preferably in agriculture, infrastructure, or rural development. Experience working with media outlets and/or international organizations is desirable. Strong knowledge of Lebanon's institutional, socioeconomic, and political economy context, including an understanding of key stakeholders, sensitivities, and dynamics relevant to the agri-food and rural development sectors. Good working knowledge of social media platforms including YouTube, X (Twitter), and Facebook. Experience in serving clients in a multi-cultural and political environment. Strong client service skills and the ability to work under pressure with accuracy and professionalism. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant Adobe applications. General knowledge of the communications requirements of the World Bank Group is desirable. Proven ability to work alone and in a team environment. Excellent written and spoken knowledge of English, French and Arabic. It is preferable to limit the EoI to a maximum of 10 pages including the CV as per attached CV format. Pages beyond 10 will not be reviewed. 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 for Goods, Works, Non-Consulting services" dated February 2025 ("Procurement Regulations"), setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Shortlisted Consultants will be invited for interview, upon which a Consultant will be selected for negotiation in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection described in the "World Bank …
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19 Nov 2026(13d)
World Bank Procurement NoticesRequest for Expression of Interest
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (CONSULTING SERVICES - INDIVIDUAL SELECTION) Lebanese Republic Government of Lebanon Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) GREEN, AGRI-FOOD TRANSFORMATION FOR ECONOMIC RECOVERY - GATE Ref: GATE-IC-Proc-10a Assignment Title: SOCIAL AND GENDER SPECIALIST The Republic of Lebanon represented (The Borrower) represented by the Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) as a representative to the Borrower will implement the Green, Agri-food Transformation for Economic Recovery (the "GATE" or "Project"), funded by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD or the World Bank or the Bank). The total project cost is Two Hundred Million United States Dollars (US$ 200,000,000). The Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR), an implementing agency of the Client, intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this loan to eligible payments under the contract for consulting services to be procured under this project. The consulting services include providing support to the CDR as a Social and Gender Specialist under the project. The full TOR version can be found on CDR website at the following: www.cdr.gov.lb/procurement or at Public Procurement Authority Platform: www.ppa.gov.lb The Council for Development and Reconstruction (CDR) is in the process of establishing a project coordination unit to assist the CDR in the implementation of the Green, Agri-food Transformation for Economic Recovery (GATE), now invites eligible local experts ("Individual Consultants"), to indicate their interest in providing the required Task. Interested individuals should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Tasks by submitting their Expression of Interest ("EOI") and Curriculum Vitae ("CV"). The shortlisting criteria are: Qualifications Requirements: An undergraduate university degree (BA or BSc or higher degree) in a related field (such as sociology, anthropology, law, psychology, gender studies, international affairs or other relevant studies) with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Knowledge of and/or experience in application World Bank's or other internationally accepted social impact assessment standards and Lebanese laws and procedures related to social impact assessment procedures. Previous experience with ESIA and ESMP related to infrastructure/buildings or other projects. Knowledge of and/or experience in application of World Bank's ESF or other internationally accepted social safeguard standards. Must possess strong oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic and knowledge of country context. Willingness to travel to remote areas of Lebanon. It is mandatory to limit the EoI to a maximum of 10 pages including the CV as per attached CV format. Pages beyond 10 will not be reviewed. 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 for Goods, Works, Non-Consulting services" dated February 2025 ("Procurement Regulations"), setting forth the World Bank's policy on conflict of interest. Shortlisted Consultants will be invited for interview, upon which a Consultant will be selected for negotiation in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection described in the "World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers. The Deadline for receiving EOIs is to be on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 12 o'clock, noon, Beirut Local Time Expressions of Interest (EOI) must be delivered to the address below by hand or carrier including one original, one copy and one electronic CD ROM. Electronic Submissions are not accepted. Address: Council of Development and Reconstruction (CDR) Tenders Department City: Beirut Beirut - Lebanon Telephone: (+961-01-980096) Facsimile number: (+961-01-981255) CURRICULUM VITAE (CV) FORMAT Position Title {e.g., } Name of Expert: {Insert full name} Date o…