Feasibility study and tender documents for channel marking, dredging of high points and removal of invasive plants
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Chad Connectivity and Integration Project | Method: Quality And Cost-Based Selection | Ref: TD-MTCAMN-546263-CS-QCBS
This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, education and training and water and sanitation sectors. Located in Chad, Africa, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
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
Auto-translated from FrenchCHAD CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION PROJECT
Financing: IDA Credit E4110-TD Trust Fund: PCIT
SOLICITATION FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST NO. 08/SG/PCIT/SPM/2026
For the Recruitment of a firm responsible for carrying out technical studies
Detailed, economic, environmental and social studies, and preparation of the tender dossier
for works related to marking navigable channels,
dredging of high points and elimination of aquatic plants
invasive in the project area (Bol, Bagasola and Mani),
I. Project Context
The Government of the Republic of Chad has obtained financing from the International Development Association (IDA) for the implementation of the Chad Connectivity and Integration Project (PCIT). The objective of the project is to improve multimodal connectivity and logistics to support the development of value chains with high economic potential in the Lake Chad Basin.
As part of the component related to multimodal transport, the Government plans to strengthen the role of river and lake transport as a means of opening up areas, mobility of people and goods, and regional economic integration.
To this end, it is planned to recruit a firm responsible for carrying out detailed technical, economic, environmental and social studies, and preparing the tender dossier for works related to marking navigable channels, dredging of high points and elimination of invasive aquatic plants in the project area (Bol, Bagasola and Mani).
II. Objective of the mission
II.1. Overall objective
The overall objective of the mission is to conduct detailed technical, economic, environmental and social studies, and prepare the tender dossier for works related to marking navigable channels, dredging of high points and elimination of invasive aquatic plants in the project area (Bol, Bagasola and Mani) in order to sustainably improve the navigability of Lake Chad and its river routes. It also aims to present and analyze the most realistic and viable technical options from a financial, economic, social and environmental perspective.
II.2. Specific objectives
The Consulting Firm shall, in particular:
1. Develop an investment program with an implementation and maintenance plan for the infrastructure,
2. Conduct a comprehensive diagnosis of the current navigation conditions;
3. Identify priority channels for marking;
4. Carry out bathymetric surveys and conduct a past and future hydro-climatic analysis of the study area to develop resilience actions for the population;
5. Analyze the causes and rates of silting and sedimentation in Lake Chad and the Chari and Logone rivers regarding sedimentation sources and levels
6. Identify high points requiring dredging operations;
7. Map areas infested with invasive aquatic plants;
8. Propose technical options to address the issue of navigability and marking;
9. Determine the appropriate elimination techniques;
10. Define the technical specifications for marking;
11. Evaluate the economic and financial profitability of the proposed technical options;
12. Present the long-term economic and financial benefits of carrying out this work for the population and the riparian states of Lake Chad;
13. Analyze and evaluate the environmental and social impacts of the works during the execution phase and after completion on ecosystems and populations, including populations and ecosystems living in Lake Chad
14. Prepare the international tender documents for the execution of the works;
15. Propose a channel management and maintenance system.
III. Expected results
The mission should produce the following results:
- A complete map of the channels;
- An inventory of high points;
- An inventory of invasive plants;
- A dredging program;
- A detailed marking plan;
- Detailed execution plans implemented;
- Complete tender documents available;
- A channel maintenance manual.
IV. Duration and conduct of the mission
The mission will be carried out using a phased approach to produce all the technical, environmental, social and economic studies necessary for...
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on October 12, 2026. Last refreshed 3 days ago. Reference: OP00474602. Original language: French. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Chad Connectivity and Integration Project
Chad Connectivity and Integration Project has issued 23 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 1 currently open and 12 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Finance & Banking, Water & Sanitation, and Education & Training. All notices are published for Chad. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: October 12, 2026.
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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.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Chad. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Chad Connectivity and Integration Project in Chad. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
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