Framework Agreement for Individual Consultants under Technical Assistance Coordination & Resource Alignment (TACRA)
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Nigeria: Primary Healthcare Provision Strengthening Program | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: NG-HOPE-PHC-559057-CS-INDV
This is a consulting contract in the governance and public administration, health and medical services, finance and banking, humanitarian aid and social protection sectors. Located in Nigeria, Africa, this opportunity is open to individual consultants. Proposals must be submitted before August 14, 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 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.
Description
REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
(CONSULTING SERVICES – INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANTS)
Country: Nigeria.
Date Issued: 31st July 2026
Name of Project: Nigeria healthcare Sector-wide Approach (SWAp Coordination office).
Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.
Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No: P504693
Assignment Title: Establishment of a Prequalified Individual Technical Assistance Consultant Pool under the Technical Assistance Coordination and Resource Alignment (TACRA) Framework
Reference No: NG-HOPE-PHC- 559057-CS-INDV.
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (FMOH&SW) is implementing an ambitious health sector transformation agenda through the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative (NHSRII) and the adoption of a Sector-Wide Approach (SWAp) to improve coordination, efficiency, accountability, and health outcomes across the country.
The NHSRII serves as the Government of Nigeria’s flagship reform platform for strengthening primary healthcare, improving maternal, newborn, child, adolescent and elderly health outcomes, expanding financial protection, strengthening governance and accountability systems, and accelerating progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The reform agenda is supported by multiple government institutions, development partners, donors, and implementing entities operating across federal, state, and local government levels. The Government has received financing from the World Bank and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
The consulting services (“the Services”) include:
- Establish a pool of qualified individual consultants with demonstrated expertise in priority health sector reform areas.
- Provide a flexible mechanism for rapid mobilization of technical assistance.
- Strengthen implementation of NHSRII priorities and Annual Operational Plans (AOPs).
- Support delivery of health sector reform milestones and HOPE PHC Disbursement Linked Indicators (DLIs).
- Enhance institutional capacity across federal, state, and local government institutions.
- Improve alignment, coordination, quality, and accountability of technical assistance delivered under the SWAp framework.
- Strengthening sustainability of reforms through knowledge transfer and institutional strengthening.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website:https://www.swap.gov.ng/jobsandpostings
The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare- Nigeria healthcare Sector-wide Approach (SWAp Coordination office now invites eligible individual consultants (“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. The shortlisting criteria are:
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
The individual consultant should possess the following qualifications and expertise:
- Minimum of a master’s degree in a relevant discipline (PhD or equivalent professional qualifications will be an added advantage).
- Minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience in at least one priority thematic area.
- Experience working with government institutions.
- Experience supporting donor-funded programs or health sector reforms.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience working at federal and subnational levels.
1.2 Selection and Evaluation Criteria
- Educational Qualifications
- Relevant Professional Experience
- Technical Expertise in Priority Areas
- Experience Supporting Government Reforms.
- References and Past Performance.
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.
The Consultants will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant Selection method (IC) set out in the Procurement Regulations.
Applicable Procurement Regulations
The establishment and management of the Technical Assistance Provider Pool shall be conducted in accordance with the World Bank Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers, the Financing Agreement for HOPE PHC, and applicable Government of Nigeria procurement requirements.
Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours 0900 to 1700 hours.
Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by e-mail) and soft copy by 14th August 2026.
Only consultants meeting the minimum qualifying threshold shall be admitted into the pool.
Nigeria Healthcare Sector-wide Approach (SWAp Coordination office).
Attn: - Oraibi Imabibo – Procurement Assistant
No. 7 Usuma Street, Maitama, Abuja, FCT.
Tel : 08000000774
E-mail : jobsandpostings@swap.gov.ng
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on August 10, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00460045. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Nigeria: Primary Healthcare Provision Strengthening Program
Nigeria: Primary Healthcare Provision Strengthening Program has issued 3 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 1 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Health & Medical, Governance & Public Administration, and Finance & Banking. All notices are published for Nigeria. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: August 10, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
When does this tender close?
The submission deadline is August 14, 2026. You have 2 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by Nigeria: Primary Healthcare Provision Strengthening Program in Nigeria. 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 Governance & Public Administration 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 Nigeria. 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 OP00460045 when communicating with the contracting authority.
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