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Hiring of an Individual Consultant as Technical Assistant to Site Supervision of Weak Bridges and Post-Disaster Recovery Activities in Gampaha District Under ICDP

Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project

Published: May 21, 2026

Updated: Jun 6, 2026

Source: world_bank

About This Opportunity

Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: LK-RDA-553188-CS-INDV

This is a consulting contract in the infrastructure, education and training and transport and logistics sectors. Located in Sri Lanka, Asia, this opportunity is open to individual consultants. Proposals must be submitted before June 8, 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: Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project

Ministry of Transport, Highways,and Urban Development

Road Development Authority

Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project (ICDP)

REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (REOI)

SELECTION OF AN INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT

Sri Lanka

Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project ((ICDP)

Loan No.: 9290-LK

Assignment Title: Selection of an Individual Consultant as Technical Assistant (National) to Site Supervision of Weak Bridges And Post-Disaster Recovery Activities For The Inclusive Connectivity And Development Project (ICDP)- Eight (8) Positions

Reference No. : LK-RDA-534515-CS-INDV LK-RDA-553188-CS-INDV LK-RDA-534516-CS-INDV LK-RDA-553171-CS-INDV LK-RDA-534517-CS-INDV LK-RDA-534518-CS-INDV LK-RDA-553183-CS-INDV LK-RDA-553187-CS-INDV

The Government of Sri Lanka has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of USD 500 Million for the Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project (ICDP) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services. The project, Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project (ICDP) is to be implemented in collaboration with the World Bank (WB) and is intended to enhance road connectivity and economic opportunities for the rural population with a focus on developing road networks and agriculture logistics as part of a broader Government program

The consulting services (“the Services”) include:

The ICDP Project Management Unit (PMU) has commenced the rehabilitation and improvement of approximately 1,200 kilometres of rural roads across twenty-one (21) districts and 47 bridges in 13 districts, and further loan intends to proceed to payments for a consultant towards Consultancy Services for Construction Supervision and Contract Administration for Rehabilitation and Improvements of bridges in 13 districts. In order to ensure the timely implementation, effective supervision, and successful achievement of the project objectives, including weak bridge rehabilitation and post-disaster recovery activities, the ICDP has identified an urgent requirement to strengthen its technical resource capacity.

Therefore, the project now seeks to engage an individual consultant as Technical Assistant to provide technical support to the Engineer’s Representative for the contracts, for site supervision, and assist with construction material quality control and quality assurance activities, including laboratory -related functions for ongoing and upcoming road projects.

Scope of the Assignment-Technical Assistant (Cum Lab-Assistant)

Assist the Engineer in supervising, monitoring, and enforcing quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) requirements for bridge construction works executed by the Contractor.
Assist the Engineer with utility shifting by coordinating with relevant authorities and officials, taking necessary measurements and details, and maintaining proper records.
Witness and verify field sampling, inspection, and testing of construction materials
Witness and verify laboratory testing in accordance with RDA, ICTAD, ASTM, BS, or AASHTO standards, including concrete cube and cylinder strength tests, aggregate grading and quality tests, and cement and steel compliance tests.
Assist the Engineer in supervising substructure and superstructure works
Check compliance of works with approved drawings, method statements, mix designs, and specifications before and during execution.
Record and maintain quality control data, including test results, site inspection records, concrete pour cards, and material approval registers.
Identify, document, and promptly report non-conforming materials or workmanship to the Engineer and support the implementation of corrective measures.
Assist in enforcing the Engineer’s authority in acceptance or rejection of materials and workmanship in accordance with the Contract.
Monitor and verify testing frequency and quality compliance as required under the Contract and relevant standards.
Coordinate with the Contractor’s technical and laboratory staff for sampling, testing, and joint inspections, under the direction of the Engineer.
Coordinate with the RDA structural division regarding the clarification of the relevant to the structural design issues, under the direction of the Engineer.
Support the Engineer during, taking site measurements, reviewing IPC, quality audits, technical inspections, and statutory or donor-funded project reviews.
Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and safe operation of laboratory and field-testing equipment.
Ensure the site safety, laboratory safety, and environmental protection requirements, particularly during concreting and testing operations.
Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly quality supervision reports to the Engineer.
Carry out any other duties related to quality supervision, materials testing, and any other duties assigned by the Engineer.

Site Locations and Available Positions of Technical Assistants (Cum Lab-Assistant)

S.N	Contract No.	District	No of Positions
1	LK-RDA-534515-CS-INDV	Gampaha	2
1	LK-RDA-553188-CS-INDV	Gampaha	2
2	LK-RDA-534516-CS-INDV	Polonnaruwa	2
2	LK-RDA-553171-CS-INDV	Polonnaruwa	2
3	LK-RDA-534517-CS-INDV	Kurunegala	1
4	LK-RDA-534518-CS-INDV	Kalutara	1
5	LK-RDA-553183-CS-INDV	Badulla	1
6	LK-RDA-553187-CS-INDV	Galle	1

The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be downloaded from accessing the following links, or can be obtained by emailing the request to: wbicdpbid@gmail.com.

Links to the TOR: https://rda.gov.lk/index.php?option=com_inquiries&view=biddetail&Itemid=130&lang=en

The Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project 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 (as per the attached Curriculum Vitae (CV) with description of experience in similar assignments, similar conditions, etc.). Firms’ staff may express interest through the employing firm for the assignment, and under such a situation, only the experience and qualifications of individuals shall be considered in the selection process. The criterion for selecting the Consultant is National Competitive Bidding.

The attention of interested Consultants (including firms) is drawn to paragraph 3.14, 3.16 and 3.17 of the World Bank’s Procurement Regulations for IPF Borrowers. i.e. Selection and Employment of Consultants Under IBRD Loans and IDA Credits & Grants by World Bank Borrowers January 2011 (Revised July 2014), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest, and Clause 4.4 of the National Procurement Guidelines for the Selection and Employment of Consultants (2007) (“the Regulations”).geo

Further information can be obtained at the address below during office hours between 09:00 to 15:00 hrs on any working day at Inclusive Connectivity & Development Project (ICDP), Road Development Authority, 3rd Floor, 1st Stage, Sethsiripaya, Battaramulla.

Expressions of Interest and the proposal must be delivered in a written form (soft copy) to wbicdpbid@gmail.com via email on or before 08.06.2026, 10:00 am.

Hard copies of the Expression of Interest with proposal can also be submitted at the address mentioned below, on or before 08.06.2026, 10:00 am.

Address: Project Director
Inclusive Connectivity & Development Project (ICDP),

3rd Floor, 1st Stage, Road Development Authority,

Sethsiripaya,Battaramulla.

Chairman,

Ministry Consultancy Procurement Committee

Ministry of Transport, Highways, & Urban Development

7th Floor, Maganeguma Mahamedura Denzil Kobbekaduwa Mawawatha
Koswatta, Battaramulla

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on May 21, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00446347. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project

Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project has issued 19 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 8 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: May 21, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

How can I submit a bid?

Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00446347 when communicating with the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is June 8, 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 Inclusive Connectivity and Development Project 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.

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.