Consulting Service for preparation of RAP Compliance Report
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: KCIP/CS/ICS-13
This is a consulting contract in the architecture and engineering, transport and logistics and construction and civil works sectors, with a focus on Roads and Rehabilitation. Located in Georgia, Central Asia, this opportunity is open to individual consultants. Proposals must be submitted before August 20, 2026.
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 architecture and engineering 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
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Georgia
KAKHETI CONNECTIVITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Project ID: P173782
Loan No: 9361-GE
Assignment Title: Individual Consultant for Preparation of Resettlement Action Plan Compliance Report
Reference No. KCIP/CS/ICS-13
The Government of Georgia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
The Roads Department of the Ministry of Infrastructure of Georgia (RDMRDI) now invites eligible Individual Consultants (“Consultants”) to express their interest in providing the following services: Individual Consultant for Preparation of Resettlement Action Plan Compliance Report. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The CVs of the candidates should cover the requested information.
The objectives of the assignment are to:
- Conduct an independent assessment of RAP implementation and verify compliance with ESS5, the approved RAP, applicable national legislation, and project-specific agreements.
- Verify that compensation and assistance entitlements have been delivered in full and at replacement cost (as applicable) and prior to the commencement of works on affected assets/land.
- Assess whether livelihood restoration and support measures (including for severely affected and vulnerable households) have been implemented and are effective.
- Assess the functionality and performance of the Grievance Redress Mechanism (GRM), including accessibility, timeliness, transparency, and satisfaction with resolutions.
- Confirm that consultation, disclosure and engagement commitments have been met and that affected persons have been adequately informed (including regarding the GRM and undersigned agreements).
- Prepare a RAP Compliance Report that concludes whether the RAP has been implemented satisfactorily and, if not, specifies gaps and a time-bound Corrective Action Plan (CAP) with responsibilities
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following link:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/zs6rm5kpt88d3ru1qop6r/AM1zHwI_bSt-8_Gl8adhzlM?rlkey=uuu4z9mdvuef7kjk9kqsowv3v&st=4k2ta0mn&dl=0
The Qualification Requirements for selection of the Consultant are as follows:
- Demonstrated at least 7 years of experience in World Bank ESF/ESS5 (or equivalent) resettlement planning, implementation monitoring and compliance verification.
- Proven track record of conducting independent compliance audits/assessments for land acquisition and resettlement.
- Experience with survey design, statistical sampling, and socio-economic outcome assessment.
- Demonstrated capacity to undertake fieldwork in Georgia and produce reports in English and Georgian.
The period of the consultancy services shall be 8 weeks and the remuneration will be Lump sum.
Note: The Road Department reserves it’s right to verify submitted references and use obtained information for evaluation purposes.
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”, Seventh Edition, September 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment: The consultant shall not receive any payment in connection with the assignment except as provided in the contract. The consultant and its affiliates shall not engage in consulting or other activities that conflict with the interest of the Client under the contract.
A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Open Competitive Selection of Individual Consultants set out in the Procurement Regulations.
Further information can be obtained at the address: info@georoad.ge.
Expressions of Interest accompanied by CVs and other relevant information electronically or in printed materials must be delivered to the address below not later than August 20, 2026, 18:00 hours.
The Roads Department of the Ministry of Infrastructure of Georgia (RDMOI).
Attn: Ms. Salome Tsurtsumia, Deputy Chairperson
12 Al. Kazbegi Avenue, Tbilisi, 0160, Georgia
Tel: (995 32) 2 37-05-08
Email: info@georoad.ge
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This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on August 4, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00460489. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project
Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project has issued 2 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 1 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Transport & Logistics, Construction & Civil Works, and Environment & Climate. All notices are published for Georgia. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: August 4, 2026.
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This is a Consulting contract in the Architecture & Engineering Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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The submission deadline is August 20, 2026. You have 14 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
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