Charging Infrastructure Assessment in Pakistan for Accelerated EVs Uptake
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ASSIGNMENT OVERVIEW
Assignment Title: Charging Infrastructure Assessment in Pakistan for Accelerated EVs Uptake
Assignment Countries:
Pakistan
ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION
The global transition to electric mobility is accelerating, driven by environmental concerns, energy security, and technological advancements. In Pakistan, the EV transition started taking off with the promulgation of New Energy Vehicle Policy (NEVP), 2025-30 and as of March 2026 more than 70 registered manufacturers have started assembling electric two-three wheelers (e-2/3Ws) and 02 manufacturers are in electric four wheelers (e-4Ws) category.
For the accelerated uptake of EVs, it is imperative to complement the uptake with the robust EV eco-system that supports the mass EV adoption at all tiers in personal and commercial domains. With the rapid expansion of PHEVs and EVs in Pakistan the need for nationwide charging infrastructure is essential. The NEVP 2025-30 envisions establishing forty level-3 charging stations within 6 months of the policy period and three thousand charging stations including fast chargers, level-2 chargers, battery swapping stations (BSS) for 2&3-wheelers, and level 1 charging in parking lots for 2&3-wheelers, in a phased manner during the policy period. The number of these charging stations will gradually increase with the goal of establishing one charging station every fifty kilometer along major highways/motorways by 2030.
Pakistan is among the top ten countries which are adversely hit by the climate change and associated vulnerabilities. The country faces a range of physical climate risks that pose challenges for the design and operation of fixed EV charging infrastructure. Variable rainfall patterns, abrupt downpour, sudden glacial melt, and seasonal monsoon extremes can lead to flash flooding, threatening electricity supply and damaging electrical components and access roads to charging stations. Increasing temperatures, particularly during summer heatwaves, can reduce equipment efficiency, accelerate wear on electronics, and necessitate robust cooling solutions. On the other hand, prolonged drought conditions and high dust levels in arid regions can impact air quality and ventilation, while water scarcity may limit options for certain cooling technologies. In mountainous or northern areas, snow melts and shifting precipitation patterns may also affect soil stability around installations. To ensure reliability, EV charging infrastructure in Pakistan must be designed with resilient enclosures, elevated platforms, temperature-control systems, and adaptable maintenance regimes capable of withstanding these environmental stresses over time.
These Terms of Reference (ToRs) outline the scope, objectives, and deliverables for guiding the development of Electric Vehicles Charging Infrastructure and Battery Swapping Stations (EVCI & BSS) in four major cities of Pakistan i.e. Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Peshawar that complements the EVs uptake in line with the objectives set out in NEVP 2025-30.
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The MoIP is the focal point within the Government of Pakistan for all initiatives which are taken for EV adoption and to guide the development of EVCI & BSS including applicable standards and regulatory regime in Pakistan. In this context, it is, inter alia, responsible for:
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initiate studies, analyses, data collection and other actions to determine the present scenario of EVCI & BSS their readiness and ascertain the potential of setting up new EVCI & BSS across federal and provincial jurisdictions in Pakistan, in consultation with the concerned agencies including but not limited to National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (NEECA), Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOs), Land Authorities, Engineering Development Board (EDB), Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA), and Provincial Authorities.
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OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY
The overall objectives of the consultancy assignment are to:
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Identify, select and map suitable locations for developing EVCI & BSS in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Peshawar, with climate resilience and adaptation considerations with estimates of investment potential and job creation.
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Assess the existing grid capacity in the selected/suitable locations in these cities and evaluate the impact the shift to electric transportation on the electricity supply network.
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Propose international best practices for specifying, building and operating EVCI & BSS infrastructure which incorporates climate resilience and adaptation in case of extreme climate conditions characterized by flash floods, intense downpour, and intense heat.
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Guide the national effort for setting up EVCI & BSS by developing a comprehensive framework for site selection, design and impact analysis in wake of mounting climate challenges, the reliance may a
About This Opportunity
This is a consulting contract in the governance and public administration sector. Located in Pakistan, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before April 30, 2026.
Published through WB eGP - World Bank e-Government Procurement, 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 governance and public administration 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.