International Materials Engineer
About This Opportunity
Request for Expression of Interest | Project: Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project | Method: Individual Consultant Selection | Ref: KCIP/CS/ICS-08R
This is a consulting contract in the architecture and engineering, transport and logistics and construction and civil works sectors, with a focus on Roads and Rehabilitation. Located in Georgia, Central Asia, this opportunity is open to individual consultants.
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 architecture and engineering 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
Georgia
KAKHETI CONNECTIVITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Project ID: P173782
Loan No: 9361-GE
Assignment Title: International Materials Engineer
Reference No. KCIP/CS/ICS-08R
The Government of Georgia has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
The Roads Department of the Ministry of Regional Development and Infrastructure of Georgia (RDMRDI) now invites eligible Individual Consultants (“Consultants”) to express their interest in providing the following services: International Materials Engineer. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the Services. The CVs of the candidates should cover the requested information.
The International Materials Engineer will be responsible for approving material sources, mix designs, and testing procedures; supervising all material testing to ensure compliance with specifications and international standards; advising on local material suitability; guiding quality control; and certifying compliance through documentation. The role also includes field monitoring and coordination with the RD, World Bank, consultants, and contractors, providing guidance on best practices.
The detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for the assignment can be found at the following link:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/m0r73ggdcycsy8gqu3w2p/TOR-Materials-Engineer-08R.pdf?rlkey=f4jaxsk7l89hg0tc3jumkekzr&dl=0
The Qualification Requirements for selection of the Consultant are as follows:
- Master’s degree or equivalent in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a closely related field with 8 years of experience on a similar position;
- Preferably 5 years of relevant International professional experience in materials engineering, particularly related to road construction/reconstruction/rehabilitation projects including significant experience in working on MDB-funded projects in sensitive environments;
- Proficient in laboratory and field testing of construction materials, familiar with international standards (ASTM, AASHTO, DIN), and capable of preparing detailed technical reports;
- Experience of working in institutional and physical environments similar to those prevailing;
- Ability to utilize and share knowledge and best international practices to benefit works contractors and supervisions consultants;
- Ability to work both independently and within teams;
- Possess superior verbal and writing communication skills in English language.
The period of the consultancy services shall be 24 months (with possibility of downstream extension, subject to satisfactory performance) and the remuneration will be time-based.
Note: The Road Department reserves it’s right to verify submitted references and use obtained information for evaluation purposes.
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”, Seventh Edition, September 2025 (“Procurement Regulations”), setting forth the World Bank’s policy on conflict of interest. In addition, please refer to the following specific information on conflict of interest related to this assignment: The consultant shall not receive any payment in connection with the assignment except as provided in the contract. The consultant and its affiliates shall not engage in consulting or other activities that conflict with the interest of the Client under the contract.
A Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Open Competitive Selection of Individual Consultants set out in the Procurement Regulations.
Further information can be obtained at the address: info@georoad.ge.
Expressions of Interest accompanied by CVs and other relevant information electronically or in printed materials must be delivered to the address below not later than October 30, 2026, 18:00 hours.
The Roads Department of the Ministry of Regional Development and Infrastructure of Georgia (RDMRDI).
Attn: Ms. Salome Tsurtsumia, Deputy Chairperson
12 Al. Kazbegi Avenue, Tbilisi, 0160, Georgia
Tel: (995 32) 2 37-05-08
Email: info@georoad.ge
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from WB - World Bank and was originally published on September 22, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: OP00470408. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project
Kakheti Connectivity Improvement Project has issued 7 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 5 currently open and 1 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Transport & Logistics, Architecture & Engineering Services, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Georgia. Notices are distributed via WB - World Bank. Most recent publication: September 22, 2026.
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The contract is for delivery in Georgia. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
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Visit WB - World Bank to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference OP00470408 when communicating with the contracting authority.
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This is a Consulting contract in the Architecture & Engineering Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
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