Hiring of a Public–Private Partnership International Consultant

Sri Lanka Ports and Logistics Development Program

Published: Aug 20, 2026

Updated: Aug 28, 2026

Source: world_bank

About This Opportunity

Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Sri Lanka Ports and Logistics Development Program | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: LK-SLPA-GFPP-555535-CS-INDV

This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, education and training and transport and logistics sectors, with a focus on Curriculum, Scholarships, Freight and Logistics. Located in Sri Lanka, Asia, this opportunity is open to individual consultants. Proposals must be submitted before September 3, 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

**Project:** Sri Lanka Ports and Logistics Development Program

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)
SELECTION OF AN INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT
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SRI LANKA
SRI LANKA PORTS AND LOGISTICS DEVELOPMENT PROJECT (PORTAL)

Grant No.: TF0D0285
Assignment Title: Hiring of an International Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Specialist on Container Terminal Development and Logistics (Individual)

Reference No.: LK-SLPA-GFPP-555535-CS-INDV

The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Ports and Logistics Development Project (PORTAL) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The consulting services (“the Services”) include the provision of independent strategic public-private partnership advisory support to the Sri Lanka Ports Authority and the Government of Sri Lanka in relation to potential private sector participation in container terminals and related port infrastructure. The assignment is expected to require approximately nine calendar months from commencement until 30 April 2027. The Specialist is expected to be physically present in Colombo for approximately 21 days during the assignment period, requiring at least three visits to Colombo. The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following website/link: www.slpa.lk/port-colombo-list/other

The Sri Lanka Ports Authority now invites eligible individuals (“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, including a curriculum vitae describing experience in similar assignments and similar conditions.

The criteria for selecting the Consultant are:
1.1.   At least 15 years of international experience in PPP advisory, including projects in the port and infrastructure sectors.
1.2.   Demonstrated experience advising governments or port authorities on PPP structuring, concession design, and private sector participation in port infrastructure.
1.3.   Experience reviewing and managing PPP feasibility studies and transaction advisory processes.
1.4.   Strong understanding of financial modelling, project bankability and PPP risk allocation frameworks.
1.5.   Experience evaluating unsolicited PPP proposals and investor-led project concepts is desirable.
1.6.   Experience working with multilateral development banks and government institutions in PPP project preparation and implementation.

The attention of interested Consultants is drawn to Section III, paragraph 3.15, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s “Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers”, dated September 2025, setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest.
Further information can be obtained from Chief Engineer (Contracts & Design Division) +94112380517 and/or romesh@slpa.lk during office hours from 0930 to 1600 hours UTC/GMT +5.30.

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (in person, or by mail, or by fax, or by e-mail) by 03/09/2026 at 1400 hours UTC/GMT +5.30.

Attn: Chairman - CPCD,
Sri Lanka Ports Authority,
Reference No. LK-SLPA-GFPP-555535-CS-INDV
Director (Technical)’s Office,
No.45, Layden Bastian Road,
Colombo 01,
Sri Lanka.

Tel: +94112325559
Fax: +94112451916
E-mail: portal1@slpa.lk

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on August 20, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00463867. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Sri Lanka Ports and Logistics Development Program

Sri Lanka Ports and Logistics Development Program has issued 6 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Education & Training, Transport & Logistics, and Infrastructure. All notices are published for Sri Lanka. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: August 20, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Sri Lanka. 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 OP00463867 when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is September 3, 2026. You have 6 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Sri Lanka Ports and Logistics Development Program in Sri Lanka. 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.