1.3.01.01 TA, Review Social Behaviour Change and Communication (SBCC) Strategy and Action Plan with proposals for refinements and an implementation plan for specified activities derived from the National Strategy and Action Plan
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga Project | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: TO-MOH-533823-CS-INDV
This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, health and medical services and education and training sectors. Located in Tonga, Pacific & Oceania, this opportunity is open to individual consultants.
Published through WB - World Bank, a multilateral development bank that follows standardized international procurement guidelines. Projects funded by multilateral institutions are generally open to international bidders from eligible member countries for consulting in the infrastructure sector. Consulting assignments are typically evaluated with a strong emphasis on the technical proposal, including the methodology and qualifications of key experts. Shortlisted firms may be invited to submit financial proposals in a second stage. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.
Description
GOVERNMENT OF TONGA
MINISTRY OF HEALTH
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(INDIVIDUAL CONSULTING SERVICES)
Country: | Tonga |
Implementing Agency: | Ministry of Health |
Project Title: | Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga (HEART) Project |
Source of Funding: | P180965 / E377-TO |
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Expected Start Date: | November 2026 |
The Kingdom of Tonga has received financing from the World Bank for an exciting project, the Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga (HEART) Project to support the health sector development in Tonga. The advertised position is now available and applications are sought from suitably qualified candidates based on the selection criteria expressed in the Terms of Reference (TOR) below.
- 1.3.04.01 To Map Resources available for NCD Strategy, identify implementation gaps and duplications. [TO-MOH-533821-CS-INDV]
- TOR: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1wFheBMrtusUob7E3hJgqKw2h9s3-G_Xe?usp=sharing
- 1.3.01.01 TA, Review Social Behaviour Change and Communication (SBCC) Strategy and Action Plan with proposals for refinements and an implementation plan for specified activities derived from the National Strategy and Action Plan [TO-MOH-533823-CS-INDV]
- TOR: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HcpTw5WCmWd7A6Iz-QvpSnklzcU8oXvz?usp=sharing
The Implementation Agency 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 (attach curriculum vitae with description of qualifications, experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, etc.).
The criteria for selecting the Consultant are:
EXPERTISE REQUIREMENTS (as per TOR):
The individual consultant should demonstrate:
Criteria | Maximum score |
| 10 |
| 40 |
| 50 |
The consultant will be selected through the “Individual Consultant Selection method” in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers (Procurement Regulations) of February 2025, Sixth Edition.
When qualified individual Consultants are unavailable or cannot sign a contract directly with a Borrower because of a prior agreement with a firm, the Borrower may invite firms to provide qualified individual Consultants for the assignment. The evaluation shall be based on the relevant qualifications and experience of the individual Consultant.
Please be advised, applicants who are Public Servants wishing to apply must comply with Government of Tonga public service policies and applicable eligibility and conflict-of-interest requirements. Any required resignation, release, or approval should be completed and documented in accordance with those requirements before appointment. Advance Contracting of the Procurement Regulations (Clause 5.1) will be applicable to this contract.
INSTRUCTION FOR SUBMISSION:
Interested consultants shall submit:
- their Curriculum Vitae with copies of their academic qualifications and, where relevant, professional registration;
- a statement of relevant experience (maximum three pages) addressing the qualification and experience requirements;
- Description of similar assignments undertaken and relevance to these TORs
- contact details of three referees, including the most recent immediate supervisor;
- an outline work plan, including timeframes for the achievement of deliverables; and
- proposed time and travel requirements for consultations and work in Tonga.
Applications are to be submitted electronically (pdf format), and short-listed candidates may be invited to submit additional information. Candidates may be called to interview and reference checks will be undertaken prior to engagement.
Expressions of interest must be submitted by e-mail no later than 16:00pm (Tongan Time) on Friday, 13 November 2026.
Subject: Expression of Interest – <insert Assignment Title>
Attn: Dr. Reynold ‘Ofanoa
Chief Executive Officer
Ministry of Health
Vuna Road, Sopu, Nukuálofa,
Tonga
Tel: (676) 7401201
All electronic applications to Mr. Jonathan Kwok (JKwok@mohpmu.to) and CC: SFukofuka@mohpmu.to with the subject heading “Expression of Interest – <insert Assignment Title>”.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on October 26, 2026. Last refreshed 4 days ago. Reference: OP00477315. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga Project
Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga Project has issued 23 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 10 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, Finance & Banking, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Tonga. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: October 26, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Tonga. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00477315 when communicating with the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Health Enhancement and Resiliency in Tonga Project in Tonga. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Consulting contract in the Infrastructure sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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