Design Supervision of Mandalgobi-Arvaikheer 220 kV Transmission Line and Construction and Expansion of Associated Substations
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Fourth Energy Sector Project | Method: Quality And Cost-Based Selection | Ref: MN-MOE-ESP4-3-CS-QCBS
This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, health and medical services and education and training sectors. Located in Mongolia, Asia, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before October 2, 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 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
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(CONSULTING SERVICES – FIRMS SELECTION)
Country: Mongolia
Name of Project: Fourth Energy Sector Project (P509161)
IBRD Loan No.: 9873-MN
Assignment Title: Employer’s Technical Supervision
Reference No: MN-MOE-ESP4-3-CS-QCBS
The Government of Mongolia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Fourth Energy Sector Project (P509161) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for the following consulting services.
The consulting services (“the Services”) will provide Employer’s Technical Supervision services for the design, construction, installation, testing, commissioning, handover, and Defects Notification Period of the Mandalgobi – Arvaikheer 220 kV transmission line and associated substation works, to be implemented under multiple contract lots, in ensuring compliance with contractual requirements, applicable laws and legislation of Mongolia, and the World Bank Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF), including relevant Quality standards and environmental, social, health and safety (ESHS) standards. The Services shall cover all phases of the Project lifecycle.
The assignment duration shall be thirty-six (36) months, comprising approximately: (i) twenty-four (24) months for design review, construction supervision, testing and commissioning, and support to the Employer up to the issuance of the Taking-Over Certificate (TOC); and (ii) twelve (12) months of Defects Notification Period support on an oncall basis.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for assignment can be found at:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dGjcHPrmfl4bQQEB4LlzhboAafIhPHlO/view?usp=sharing
The Ministry of Energy now invites eligible consulting firms (“Consultants”) to express their interest in providing the Services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they are qualified to perform the Services, including:
- Relevant experience in assignments of similar nature, scope, and complexity, particularly technical supervision for high-voltage transmission lines and substations and under comparable conditions (e.g., similar countries, sectors, climate conditions, or project environments);
- Firm’s core business, years in operation, and technical and managerial capabilities relevant to the assignment;
- Organizational capacity, availability of qualified personnel, quality monitoring approaches, and resources;
- Supporting documentation, as appropriate.
Shortlisting criteria are as follows:
The Consultant shall have proven experience in supervising of high-voltage transmission lines and substations (220 kV and above), FIDIC-based contract administration, and preferably World Bank-financed projects.
- At least seven (7) years of experience in assignments of similar nature and complexity in the energy sector, particularly in transmission network expansion;
- Proven experience in successfully completing at least one (1) technical supervision assignment for high-voltage transmission lines and substations (220 kV and above) preferably in countries with similar climatic conditions;
- Experience working with government agencies and international financial institutions (IFIs) is an advantage;
- Demonstrated organizational capacity, including strong technical and managerial capability, and effective management, coordination, and quality assurance arrangements.
Key Experts will not be evaluated at the shortlisting stage.
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” February 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
Consultants may associate with other firms to enhance their qualification, but should indicate clearly whether the association is in the form of a joint venture and/or 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.
A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Quality and Cost Based Selection (QCBS) method set out in the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers. Only selected firm through this expression of interest process will be invited to submit a technical and financial proposal.
Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below by e-mail at dulguun@energy.gov.mn no later than 10:00 a.m. (local time) on 2 October 2026.
Attention: Dulguun. E, Procurement Specialist
Integrated Project Implementation Unit, Ministry of Energy, Mongolia
Address: Room No.1201, Khan-Uul Tower, Sharav Street, Khoroo 20, Khan-Uul District, Ulaanbaatar 17060, Mongolia
Tel number: +976-77759898
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on September 4, 2026. Last refreshed 4 days ago. Reference: OP00466706. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Mongolia. 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 OP00466706 when communicating with the contracting authority.
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is October 2, 2026. You have 21 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Fourth Energy Sector Project in Mongolia. 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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